about David C. Moser
Public service and people define the foundation of David Moser’s practice. David is passionate about helping public officials and government entities navigate daily legal issues that spring up while serving and protecting citizens. He strives to offer friendly, focused, and creative results for public clients throughout Ohio.
As an Associate at Isaac Wiles, David has represented villages, cities, townships, counties, and state agencies on matters ranging from daily advice to federal litigation. Early into his IW tenure, he second-chaired a three-day jury trial in federal court involving hostile work environment claims brought against a county client, resulting in a unanimous jury verdict in favor of the client and dismissing all claims. David’s labor and employment work for government clients has also taken place outside of the courtroom while successfully defending against charges brought before the Ohio Civil Rights Commission and U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Further, David regularly issues advice and offers training to local officials on open meetings requirements, public records, public contracts, zoning and land use regulations, personnel policies and social media strategies.
A former prosecutor at both city and county levels, David has extensive courtroom experience. He enthusiastically provides advice to police agencies and has represented law enforcement officers in Section 1983 litigation. At IW, he currently serves as Assistant Law Director for several municipalities and prosecutes misdemeanors in mayor’s courts across Central Ohio. He also represents judges in professional liability matters assigned by the Department of Administrative Services.
Outside of the firm, David enjoys spending time with his family and dog, Nolan. An avid reader, cook, and aspiring workout enthusiast, David is presently preparing for his first sprint-distance triathlon.
services
Industries
education & admissions
Education
- Capital University Law School, J.D., summa cum laude, Order of the Curia, 2013;
- Treasurer, Student Bar Association
- Dean’s Award for Outstanding Leadership
- Baldwin Wallace University, B.A., summa cum laude, 2010;
- Student Body President
Bar & Court Admissions
Ohio, 2013
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio, 2017
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, 2019
articles & presentations
Articles
- Quoted in the article “Will ID Cards and First Responder Training Protect People with Autism?”, published in Avvo Stories on April 20, 2019
- Letter to the Editor, “Register communication disability with the state”, published in The Columbus Dispatch on April 18, 2019
- “The Waze Craze: Legal Insight into LE Concerns Surrounding Popular Google App”, published in Police One magazine on April 12, 2019
- “Found in Translation,” published in Sheriff and Deputy Magazine, March/April 2019
- Can “Wedding Barns” and Local Zoning Co-Exist? Ohio Supreme Court Takes a Closer Look
- Trending Now – The Importance of Social Media Policies for Local Governments
- “Navigating the Waze Craze” Sheriff & Deputy magazine
- “The Role of Home Devices in Police Investigations”
- Ohio body-worn camera law strikes balance between privacy and transparency
- “Witness for the Prosecution: A Smart Speaker?”
- “Ohio police body cam provides a well balanced approach”
- Police “Body Cam” Law Balances Privacy & Transparency
- “Letter: Register communication disability with the state,” The Columbus Dispatch
- “Will ID Cards and First Responder Training Protect People with Autism?,” Avvo Stories
Presentations
“Elected Officials, Social Media, and the 1st Amendment,” Ohio Township Association, November 2019
“Township Employees – The ‘Big 4’ Policies to Limit Township Liability,” Delaware County Township Officials Training, November 2019
“Marketing Your Township,” Guest Panelist, Ohio Township Association Annual Conference, February 2020
professional & community activities
Professional
Ohio State Bar Association
Columbus Bar Association
Community
Delaware County Board of Developmental Disabilities, Board Member
The Law & Leadership Institute, Volunteer & Former Instructor
Baldwin-Wallace Young Alumni Association, Member