David Joseph DeToffol, Esq. is a highly skilled and versatile mediator and litigator based in New York. As the founder of DeToffol & Gittleman, he specializes in resolving a broad range of complex disputes, including personal injury, intellectual property, and employment discrimination. DeToffol is licensed as both an attorney and a professional engineer, with admissions to multiple federal courts and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. His legal career includes experience at top-tier law firms and the Department of Defense, giving him a unique strategic perspective. Known for his client-centered approach, he has secured millions in settlements and is highly praised for his ability to combine tough legal negotiation with compassion to achieve effective resolutions.
St. John’s University Law School, J.D., 1994
Virginia Tech, B.S.M.E., 1987
New York State Bar
United States District Court, Southern District of New York
United States District Court, Eastern District of New York
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Association of the Bar of the City of New York
American Trial Lawyers Association (now American Association for Justice)
New York State Trial Lawyers Association
New York County Lawyers Association
David DeToffol mediates cases nationwide.