In 2002, David was recognized by fellow members of the Illinois Bar as one of the preeminent attorneys in Illinois by being awarded an AV rating by Martindale-Hubbell. This rating, determined by confidential peer review, identifies attorneys with very high to preeminent legal ability and is based upon expertise, experience, integrity and overall professional experience.
He is a member of the Chicago Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, the Workers' Compensation Lawyers Association, the Justinian Society of Lawyers and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America.