David G. Penn

David G. Penn

David has over 30 years of experience in civil litigation and personal injury law. He initially practiced in Chicago in a civil litigation firm. With SRNM, David has handled a wide variety of commercial and personal injury litigation matters in State and federal courts.


Now, as head of the Employment and Education Law practice groups at SRNM, David represents clients in a range of employment issues, focusing on management and employer perspectives. His work includes guiding clients through litigation in employment discrimination matters in administrative proceedings and State and federal lawsuits. In the education sector, David serves as legal counsel for local K-12 school districts and two colleges, managing matters that span personnel issues, student discipline, constitutional rights, civil rights, and open governance. His work in education law is built on a commitment to protecting rights and ensuring clarity in complex regulatory environments.


Recently, David completed the Civil Mediation Training Course at the National Judicial College, bringing a comprehensive skillset to his clients.


  • EDUCATION

    Boston College, J.D. (cum laude)

    Boston College, B.A. (magna cum laude)

  • ADMISSIONS, MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS

    State 

    Illinois

    Missouri


    Bar 

    Illinois State Bar Association

    Adams County Bar Association


    Courts 

    U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri

    U.S. District Court, Central and Northern Districts of Illinois


    Professional 

    Member/Treasurer, Illinois Supreme Court MCLE Committee

    Member, IASB PRESS Advisory Council

    Former President, Adams County Bar Association (2016-2017)

    Former Assistant State’s Attorney, Sangamon County, IL


    Civic 

    Board of Directors, YMCA


  • PUBLICATIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS

    Presentations 

    SRNM Superintendents Education Law Conference, Lead Presenter (2017-2024)

    SRNM Employment Law Seminar, Lead Presenter (2017-2024)

    Presenter, ICCTA Board of Trustees Training (June 2017)


    Recognitions 

    Designated Leading Lawyer (2017-2018)