David Wesley Cornish
Top rated Civil Rights attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cornerstone Legal Group, L.L.C.
Practice areas: Civil Rights, Class Action & Mass Torts, Criminal Defense; view more
Licensed in Pennsylvania since: 2011
Education: Temple University Beasley School of Law
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332-238-2543
Cornerstone Legal Group, L.L.C.
230 South Broad St17th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102 Visit website
At Cornerstone Legal Group, L.L.C., in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, attorney David Wesley Cornish stands as a formidable advocate in the realm of law. Focusing on criminal defense, he is particularly focused on cases involving juvenile placement, sexual abuse of children and police misconduct.
Mr. Cornish's competence also extends to real estate and civil rights law. Over the years, he has successfully defended a wide array of criminal cases, from DUI and minor drug possession to more severe charges like possession of large quantities of methamphetamine and first-degree murder, both at trial and on appeal.
Academically, Mr. Cornish's journey into law began with his undergraduate studies at the University of Delaware, followed by his legal education at Temple University Beasley School of Law, where he graduated in 2011. That same year, he passed the bar exam and began his legal practice in Pennsylvania, also serving as a policy analyst for the police department. He expanded his legal credentials by becoming licensed in the District of Columbia in 2011 and in New Jersey in 2014.
A respected figure in the legal community, Mr. Cornish is deeply involved in the legal community, actively participating in numerous committees within the American Bar Association, including Law Practice Management, Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Diversity & Inclusion, and more. He is also a member of several bar associations, including the Delaware County Bar Association, the Pennsylvania Bar Association, the Montgomery County Bar Association, the Bucks County Bar Association and the Philadelphia Bar Association.
Mr. Cornish's dedication and skill have earned him a "Superb" rating on Avvo and recognition as one of the 10 Best by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys in both 2019 and 2020. He was also named among the Top 40 Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers, highlighting his exceptional contributions to the field of law, among many others.
Practice areas
Civil Rights, Class Action/Mass Torts: Plaintiff, Criminal DefenseFocus areas
Class Actions, Discrimination, Drug & Alcohol Violations, False Accusations, Felony, Juvenile Delinquency, Misdemeanor, Police Misconduct, Probation, Theft
- 70% Civil Rights
- 20% Class Action/Mass Torts: Plaintiff
- 10% Criminal Defense
First Admitted: 2011, Pennsylvania
Bar / Professional Activity
- State Bar Medical Marijuana & Marijuana Policy Committee, 2020
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- $10,000 settlement (Watson v. Philadelphia) - related to claims of wrongful arrest and prosecution, 2021
- $58,000 Gloucester County (Teel v. Eliasen) for police excessive force claim, 2020
Representative Clients
- Devereux Placement School Mass Tort, 2021
- The Glen Mills Mas Torts Litigation, 2021
Pro bono / Community Service
- 500 Hours of Community service dedicated to indigent persons needing legal services, 2020
Educational Background
- University of Delaware, 2004
Industry Groups
- Child Abuse
Office location for David Wesley Cornish
230 South Broad St
17th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone: 332-238-2543
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2025 - 2026
- Rising Stars: 2021