David Cosgrove
Saint Louis, MO
Licensed for 31 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Litigation
Language
English
About
Mr. Cosgrove has extensive experience in a variety of practice areas including complex litigation, professional license defense, U5 defamation, arbitration, white collar defense and more.Prior to his return to private practice in 2006, Mr. Cosgrove served as Missouri’s Commissioner of Securities where he supervised attorneys, investigators and auditors investigating and prosecuting violations of the State’s securities laws. He was responsible for identifying practices or industry sectors appropriate for enforcement measures and also supervised the Securities Division’s registration and audit sections. Additionally, he interfaced with the SEC, NASD (now FINRA), NASAA (North American Securities Administrators Association) and various other state and federal enforcement agencies.Previously, Mr. Cosgrove served as Chief Counsel for the Missouri Attorney General’s Office’s Consumer Protection Division where he supervised attorneys and investigators prosecuting civil and criminal litigation related to unlawful merchandising, fraud and anti-trust, including national multi-state litigation. After that, he served as Chief Legal Counsel to Governor Bob Holden.Between 1999 and 2002, Mr. Cosgrove held the position of Chief Consumer Protection Prosecutor in the Criminal Division of the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office in Boston, Massachusetts. He was responsible for criminal commercial fraud cases, including securities, mortgage, telemarketing, internet, unlicensed practitioners, and contract fraud. Mr. Cosgrove also worked as an Assistant District Attorney and a Special Assistant United States Attorney for the U.S. District of Massachusetts responsible for grand jury investigations and the litigation of a wide range of white-collar cases.Between 1993 and 1999, Mr. Cosgrove served as an Assistant Attorney General for the Missouri Attorney General’s Office where he litigated both criminal and civil cases. This experience included dozens of jury trials and hundreds of depositions and evidentiary hearings. Mr. Cosgrove began his career in 1990 in private practice in the Commercial Litigation Department of Stinson, Morrison and Hecker in Kansas City, Missouri.Mr. Cosgrove served on the City of Webster Groves Board of Adjustment from 2009 – 2015. He was appointed by Governor Jay Nixon to serve as a Commissioner for the Missouri Housing Development Commission from 2011 – 2014. During his time as a Commissioner, Mr. Cosgrove served as the Commission’s Secretary and Treasurer.Mr. Cosgrove received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics, cum laude, and his law degree from the University of Notre Dame. Mr. Cosgrove received the distinguished Lon O. Hocker Award for trial advocacy from the Missouri Bar Foundation.
Practices Areas
Litigation
White Collar Crime
Language
English
Contact
Cosgrove Law Group, LLC7722 Big Bend Blvd.Saint Louis, MO, 631197722 Big Bend Blvd.Saint Louis, MO, 63119
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Website: N/AReviews
We used Mr. Cosgrove in the past for a complex litigation matter who needed a seasoned attorney. Mr. Cosgrove was to the point and did not sugar coat the process. His results were nothing short of a miracle.
David and his team have been an amazing help during a challenging experience with their quick responses to questions, attention to detail and disciplined work ethic. It is not a surprise to get emails with questions on Saturday. David's whole team goes above and beyond to give you immediate answers and formulate responses when you need them. Since David has been in the industry so long, he is very good at analyzing the situation from all different perspectives so hopefully nothing is a surprise. David and his team works hard for clients and get results. I was referred to David and I am so grateful. Call David and his team and see the difference for yourself.
Mr. Cosgrove has provided expert advice and service to aid me during a securities related examination. His professionalism and support were beyond compare. I highly recommend him to persons seeking outstanding service, advice and support.
David and the entire Cosgrove Law team were an invaluable asset in our battle with our former broker-dealer. The reason we chose David and his team was because of their experience in this field, their successful track record and their reputation for being the best. I directly attribute our success in our case to his knowledge and expertise, and to the effort put forward by the Cosgrove team. While I could go into further detail about our case, my suggestion would be for you to reach out to David, explain your situation, and have him go over your options with you. That's what we did, and we're glad we selected Cosgrove Law.
We used Mr. Cosgrove in the past for a complex litigation matter who needed a seasoned attorney. Mr. Cosgrove was to the point and did not sugar coat the process. His results were nothing short of a miracle.
David and his team have been an amazing help during a challenging experience with their quick responses to questions, attention to detail and disciplined work ethic. It is not a surprise to get emails with questions on Saturday. David's whole team goes above and beyond to give you immediate answers and formulate responses when you need them. Since David has been in the industry so long, he is very good at analyzing the situation from all different perspectives so hopefully nothing is a surprise. David and his team works hard for clients and get results. I was referred to David and I am so grateful. Call David and his team and see the difference for yourself.
Mr. Cosgrove has provided expert advice and service to aid me during a securities related examination. His professionalism and support were beyond compare. I highly recommend him to persons seeking outstanding service, advice and support.
David and the entire Cosgrove Law team were an invaluable asset in our battle with our former broker-dealer. The reason we chose David and his team was because of their experience in this field, their successful track record and their reputation for being the best. I directly attribute our success in our case to his knowledge and expertise, and to the effort put forward by the Cosgrove team. While I could go into further detail about our case, my suggestion would be for you to reach out to David, explain your situation, and have him go over your options with you. That's what we did, and we're glad we selected Cosgrove Law.
We used Mr. Cosgrove in the past for a complex litigation matter who needed a seasoned attorney. Mr. Cosgrove was to the point and did not sugar coat the process. His results were nothing short of a miracle.
David and his team have been an amazing help during a challenging experience with their quick responses to questions, attention to detail and disciplined work ethic. It is not a surprise to get emails with questions on Saturday. David's whole team goes above and beyond to give you immediate answers and formulate responses when you need them. Since David has been in the industry so long, he is very good at analyzing the situation from all different perspectives so hopefully nothing is a surprise. David and his team works hard for clients and get results. I was referred to David and I am so grateful. Call David and his team and see the difference for yourself.
Mr. Cosgrove has provided expert advice and service to aid me during a securities related examination. His professionalism and support were beyond compare. I highly recommend him to persons seeking outstanding service, advice and support.
David and the entire Cosgrove Law team were an invaluable asset in our battle with our former broker-dealer. The reason we chose David and his team was because of their experience in this field, their successful track record and their reputation for being the best. I directly attribute our success in our case to his knowledge and expertise, and to the effort put forward by the Cosgrove team. While I could go into further detail about our case, my suggestion would be for you to reach out to David, explain your situation, and have him go over your options with you. That's what we did, and we're glad we selected Cosgrove Law.