David K. Cole
David K. Cole
Partner
(admitted only in Illinois)

David K. Cole
Partner
(admitted only in Illinois)
About David
David provides strategic counsel on complex commercial litigation and regulatory matters. He advises clients on compliance, risk management, and litigation prevention, drawing on his experience as in-house counsel, outside counsel, and a government attorney.
As Assistant Attorney General in the Special Litigation Bureau of the Illinois Attorney General’s Office, David handled civil and criminal cases, including health care fraud, consumer protection violations, charitable trust mismanagement, and False Claims Act matters.
Areas of Focus
Credentials
Education
- Loyola University Chicago School of Law, JD
- Clark Atlanta University, BA
Bar Admissions
Illinois*
*Only Admitted in Illinois
Thought Leadership
Publications
- Co-Author, "Five Best Practices for Conducting Effective Investigations," Compliance Week, August 25, 2025
- Co-Author, "Five Best Practices for Running an Effective Internal Investigations Program," Compliance Week, August 21, 2025
Hinshaw Alert
In The News
Press Release
Thought Leadership
Publications
- Co-Author, "Five Best Practices for Conducting Effective Investigations," Compliance Week, August 25, 2025
- Co-Author, "Five Best Practices for Running an Effective Internal Investigations Program," Compliance Week, August 21, 2025
Hinshaw Alert
In The News
Press Release
David's Insights

Press Release
Jan 29, 2025
Hinshaw Adds Seasoned Litigation and Compliance Partner David Cole in Chicago