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First Amendment Retaliation Victory

by | Mar 16, 2025 | Firm News |

David Nacht won an appeal in the federal Sixth CIrcuit Court of Appeals challenging his victory at trial in October 2023 in a First Amendment retaliation case against Wayne County Employees Retirement System.  He received substantial assistance from Amanda Ghannam, formerly of Nachtlaw, PC.

United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, Case No. 24-1098, Dwayne Seals v. Wayne County, MI, et al, filed February 25, 2025,

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David Nacht is a Harvard‑ and University of Michigan‑educated trial lawyer and the founder and principal of his firm, known for representing individuals at every stage of their careers—from students and employees to executives—when their reputation, rights, and livelihood are on the line. Licensed in Michigan, Ohio, and Massachusetts, he is among the rare attorneys who regularly practices both civil and criminal law in federal and state courts, using insights from each arena to gain strategic advantages for his clients. Nacht has achieved landmark victories in employment law, university and Title IX proceedings, civil rights litigation, criminal defense, and high‑stakes business disputes, including precedent‑setting appellate wins and multimillion‑dollar settlements and negotiations. Widely recognized as a leader in defending the accused and advocating for due process, he combines meticulous preparation, forward‑thinking strategy, and a client‑first philosophy focused on dignity, clarity, and results.