Specialty:
“David A. Whitten is a nationally recognized employment lawyer with over 20 years of experience advising both employees and employers, including C-suite executives, founders, and senior leaders facing complex, career-defining challenges. As co-founding partner of Whitten & Lublin, David is known for his principled advocacy, strategic insight, and exceptional skill in constructive dismissal and termination for cause cases. Whether negotiating high-stakes severance or litigating against unfair practices, he brings a results-driven, fair-minded approach. He is equally trusted by employees in transition and employers managing sensitive workplace issues. This balance allows him to anticipate the opposing side’s strategy and deliver forward-thinking solutions. He is particularly adept at advising executives in disputes with boards or peers, while also guiding companies through compliance, discipline, and risk management. David’s strength lies in combining strategic precision with emotional intelligence. He has deep expertise in executive contracts, incentive structures, and restrictive covenants, and clients value his ability to read both the legal and human dynamics at play. Compassionate yet decisive, he understands that every workplace dispute carries personal stakes. Recognized by Lexpert and Best Lawyers in Canada, and with his firm ranked among the country’s top three, David continues to shape the field of employment law. His leadership ensures that clients, whether individuals or organizations, navigate today’s evolving workplace with clarity, fairness, and control. Clients turn to David Whitten not only for protection, but also for power, precision, and proven results. He has been a Lexpert Leading Practitioner for both Employers and Employees since 2015.”
