David Gottardo

David Gottardo is an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Law, where he teaches courses in Intellectual Property and Alternative Dispute Resolution. His academic and professional background bridges law and engineering, with a focus on technology-related legal issues.

Education:

• Juris Doctor, University of Illinois at Chicago Law School
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

His research and professional interests center on intellectual property, technology law, and internet governance. He explores legal frameworks governing digital spaces, particularly focusing on antitrust implications in the commercialization of internet self-governance. His interdisciplinary background enables a unique perspective on law and engineering intersections.

His scholarly work includes one notable publication on antitrust and internet governance, reflecting a focused engagement with technology policy. The article analyzes systemic shifts in internet regulation and the erosion of community-based governance due to commercial interests.

Professional Memberships:

• Illinois Bar
• Northern District of Illinois (Trial Bar)
• Wisconsin Bar
• Eastern District of Wisconsin
• U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
• U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

David Gottardo has served as a Judicial Extern to Hon. Ronald A. Guzman in the Northern District of Illinois and is affiliated with the Illinois State Bar Association and Milwaukee Bar Association. There is no public information about student advising or research grants. He is not associated with any research labs or collaborative teams based on available data.