F. David Harlow

David Harlow represents employers at Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC in labor and employment matters, with a focus on practical advice and strong dispute work. He counsels businesses on workplace laws, employee relations, labor issues, management training, trade secrets, and employment litigation. His work includes helping clients respond to claims involving discrimination, retaliation, disability accommodation, wrongful termination, privacy concerns, and benefits disputes. Through careful guidance and steady advocacy, he helps employers reduce risk, resolve conflicts, and protect daily operations across several industries and settings alike.

David earned a J.D., cum laude, from the University of Arizona and a B.A. from the University of Virginia. His legal education prepared him to analyze complex workplace issues and present clear arguments in court, arbitration, and administrative matters. He was admitted in Arizona, the Ninth Circuit, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona in 2010, and later in Vermont in 2014. These credentials support his broad labor and employment practice for employers and organizations effectively.

David has built a career handling both counseling and litigation for employers. He has represented clients in construction, finance, aerospace, retail, health care, food and beverage, and other fields. His case work includes victories in the Vermont Supreme Court involving disability discrimination and accommodation claims. He has also helped secure summary judgment, dismissals, and favorable results in matters involving Title VII, retaliation, ERISA fiduciary issues, invasion of privacy, ADA claims, age discrimination, and bankruptcy-related disclosure defenses in court matters.

David Harlow helps people by giving employers clear direction when workplace problems may affect employees, managers, and business stability. His work supports fair policies, careful decision-making, and lawful responses to disputes. He also serves clients through pro bono representation, including immigration matters before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and juvenile cases for Vermonters. Through presentations to business, human resources, and construction groups, he regularly educates employers about new labor and employment issues, legal duties, and sound workplace practices.

Law Office Affiliations

• Director, Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC
• Member, Vermont Bar Association
• Member, State Bar of Arizona

Licensed State

• Vermont
• Arizona

Education

• University of Arizona
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Virginia
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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