David Diab

David Diab joined Beasley Allen in 2019 and currently represents drinking water utilities impacted by PFAS-contaminated water sources and advocates for families whose properties have been contaminated by PFAS. He investigates a variety of toxic exposure, property contamination, and personal injury cases.

David is passionate about fighting for the underdog, particularly when it involves securing justice for those harmed by pollution or chemical exposure. Among his notable achievements is resolving a case for the Water Works and Sewer Board of the City of Gadsden, which enabled the construction of a state-of-the-art water filtration system to remove all PFAS from the city’s drinking water. Additionally, David played a crucial role in a case for the State of Alabama against opioid manufacturers and distributors, bringing justice to what he considers to be a legal drug cartel, allowing the state to allocate more resources towards addiction treatment. 

He is an active member of several esteemed organizations, including the American Association for Justice, the Alabama Association for Justice, and the Alabama State Bar, where he serves on the Alabama Lawyers Assistance Program Committee and the Environmental Section Executive Committee. He is also a dedicated member of the Tuscaloosa County Bar and the Montgomery Garden District Preservation Association.

David grew up in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and is a proud supporter of the University of Alabama. A passionate music lover, he enjoys playing the guitar in his free time. David also stays active through regular exercise, exploring the outdoors, traveling, and trying new foods. Most importantly, he cherishes spending quality time with his family. Additionally, he has volunteered as an assistant coach for the University of Alabama Trial Team, helping them prepare for the All-Star Bracket Challenge. 

Education

David earned his Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design in 2004 and a Master of Landscape Architecture in 2006, both from Auburn University. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctor and Advanced Certificate in Environmental Law from the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University.

During his time at Pace, David was highly active and gained a wealth of experience. He served as a student board member at the Pace Environmental Litigation Clinic and volunteered at the Pace Land Use Law Center. He also interned at the United Nations through the Environmental Diplomacy Practicum. David held leadership roles as the Executive Productions Editor of the Pace Law Review and President of the Honor Board. He enjoyed competing in trial teams and moot court competitions, placing second in the 2018 National Energy and Sustainability Moot Court Competition. Additionally, he interned for Judge Patty Shwartz and Judge Laura Taylor Swain, as well as with the Southern Environmental Law Center and the Alabama Disability Advocacy Program.

Licenses

• Alabama (2019)