1. C U R R I C U L U M V I T A E
DAVID R. PECK, ESQ.
154 Stafford Road
Burlington, Connecticut 06013
860.985.3283 • drpesq@me.com
Attorney
Fifteen years as partner of a general practice law firm, with extensive experienced as a litigator. Built a successfulpractice
on the solid foundations oflegalability and a strong,effective representation ofthe client’s interest. Passionate commitment
to the client’s best interests – utilizing every legal and ethical means to achieve the best possible outcome.
Core Competencies
 Case Strategy
 Client Advocacy
 Courtroom Presentation
 Client Development/Retention
 Case Analysis
 Pre-trial Preparation
 Appeals Process
 Practice Management
 Legal Research
 Negotiation
 Best Practices
 Problem Solving
Key Strengths
Excellent analytical, organizational, negotiation, advocacy and presentation skills. Calm, confident and highly professional
courtroom presence,with a unique ability to build trust and credibility with clients, attorneys,judges and juries.
Impeccable work ethic; committed to continuously improving levels of quality and productivity. Able to think strategically,
collaborate effectively and negotiate in good faith to reasonable outcomes.
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EXPERIENCE
PECK & PECK (http://pecklawgroup.com) – Hartford, Connecticut 1999-Present
General Practice Law Firm
Partner
Represent individuals and commercial enterprises on a wide range of criminal and civil matters, with a focus on personal
injury litigation, criminal defense and family law. Experience includes pre-litigation discussions; out-of-court settlements
and restructurings; general commercial litigation; employment; securities/financial services and criminal defense. Work
with clients through all phases. Conduct in-depth analysis of the facts of each case. Develop and execute strategies to
maximize client outcomes. Share in all aspects ofclient development, case management and practice administration.
Represent the firm in the community, including public speaking engagements and connection with non-profit organizations.
 Initially assigned to pre-litigation cases,including housing and personal injury. Demonstrated a rapid learning curve,
mentored by SeniorPartner.
 Quickly became a litigator – assigned to handle court cases (divorce,criminal). Given increasingly complex cases,
proceeding on a “fast track”as a developing attorney.
 Played important role in all facets of the management of the practice.
 Maintained a completely clean record, with no grievances, during fifteen years of practice.
Selected Case Highlights
Lyons vs. Merrill Lynch
Represented a securities broker in a wrongful termination case brought against his former employer under the
whistleblower exception to the employment at-will doctrine. After substantialdiscovery,litigation proceeded through to
summary judgment which was argued before the Honorable Judge Dominic J. Squatrito in Hartford Federal District Court.
State of Massachusetts vs. Joe Mangiafico
With sponsorship,appearance Pro Hac Vice was granted by the District Court in Springfield, Massachusetts in a case
involving charges of attempted murder and felony assault. All charges were ultimately dismissed following discovery and
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State of Connecticut vs. John Doe
Represented a 22 year-old aspiring model who travelled from his home in Boston, Massachusetts to New York City for an
open audition that ended in a drug induced psychosis that lasted approximately three months. In his altered state he was
arrested in Connecticut and charged with Attempted Carjacking, Attempted Kidnapping and Disorderly Conduct. The
Defendant remained incarcerated during the pendency of the case and was ultimately deemed competent to stand trial
following a 54-56d exam. A trial was averted once an independent examination by a mental health expert established the
likelihood that the Defendant’s mental impairment, although lasting months, was transient in nature which ultimately
allowed for a disposition of the case by way of a diversionary program. Additionally, negotiated a dismissal of related
trespassing charges in New York City that arose while the Defendant was in the same drug induced psychosis.
In Re: Belle Casa, Inc
Drafted a specialized stocktransfer agreement, corporate resolutions and other closing documents to allow my client to
ultimately sell all of its corporate assets,including a parcel of real estate currently used to operate an automobile dealership,
in a manner that did not require a full regulatory review of the sale or an onsite inspection of the property.
In Re Estate of Roberto Barilla
Opened an estate in New York Surrogate’s Court, King’s County, to pursue a wrongful death action regarding a pedestrian
who was struck and killed by an intoxicated motorist in Brooklyn, New York. In order to have an Administrator appointed
and secure Letters Testamentary, had the court petition officially translated into Italian, sent to Italy and acknowledged by a
notary (which is not the perfunctory process it is in the United States). The court approved the compromise of claim and
the proceeds were duly disbursed to the beneficiaries.
In Re: Net Plato, Inc.
Represented a Connecticut based software company which developed and sold rules engine and algorithm based products
for use in the health care industry. Drafted the operating agreement for the company, the non-disclosure agreement for
prospective customers and investors as well as the original end userlicensing agreement for the initial software suite.
PROFESSOR JOSEPH ACCETA (www.law.pace.edu) – White Plains, New York 1998-1999
Pace University School of Law Professor
Teaching Assistant
Researched and drafted a Bench Brief regarding the impact: of Cricchio vs. Pennisi, 90 NY2d296 (1997) (whether the
proceeds of a personal injury settlement may be used to fund a supplemental needs trust).Maintained office hours to help
advanced appellate advocacy students with their briefs and oral arguments.
GERSOWITZ, LIBO & KOREK (www.lawyertime.com) – New York, New York 1998-1999
Personal Injury Firm
Law Clerk
Drafted various pleadings and motions, including motions for, and in opposition to,summary judgment. Instrumental in trial
preparation for several cases. Interviewed clients and assisted in the taking of depositions.
NIRENSTEIN, HOROWITZ & ASSOCIATES (www.preserveyourestate.net) – Hartford, Connecticut Summer 1998
Estate Planning Law Firm
Law Clerk
Carried all irrevocable life insurance trust files through to signing, including calculating the funding sequence in accordance
with the Internal Revenue Code, probated decedents'estates and attended court proceedings in the Greater Hartford area.
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THE CHAMBERS OF MICHAEL LYNDON STANFORD – London, England 1998
Queen’s Counsel
Intern (April 1998-May 1998) http://bit.ly/16zapdV
Worked alongside counselwithin a litigation based office, focusing on Corporate Bankruptcy, Real Estate, and Commercial
Law. Prepared memoranda regarding the feasibility of proceeding to trial, and attended court proceedings daily.
PECK, SCHLUGER, COOMBES & O’NEIL – Hartford, Connecticut 1997
Summer Associate (June 1997-August 1997)
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EDUCATION
PACE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW (www.law.pace.edu) – White Plains, New York
Juris Doctor, 1999
Certification in International Law, 1999
Academic Achievements
Ranking Scholar
Dean's List
Study Abroad
Pace Law London Program (Spring Semester 1998)
Internship in International Law with Queen’s Counsel (Details above)
Activities
American Trial Law Association Northeast Regional Finalist (1999)
Moot Court, Pace Trial Advocacy Team
Alumni Committee Chairperson, International Law Society
ITHACA COLLEGE (www.ithaca.edu) – Ithaca, New York
Bachelor of Arts, History; Minor in Politics and Psychology, 1996
Academic Achievement
Dean’s List
KINGSWOOD-OXFORD SCHOOL (www.kingswood-oxford.org) – West Hartford, New York
Graduate,1992
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ACTIVITIES/INTERESTS
Lifelong Interest in Automobiles and Motorcycles
Active Participant – BMW Car Club, Connecticut Advanced Motorcycle Rider Courses
Porsche Club of America Member (Second of Four levels – High Performance Drivers Education)
Cyclist – Participant in various gran fondo fundraising activities.