BALTIMORE, MD (March 28, 2025) – Archbishop William E. Lori, Archbishop of Baltimore and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Catholic Charities of Baltimore, announced today the appointment of Gallagher partner David W. Kinkopf as the next Executive Director of Catholic Charities in Baltimore. Catholic Charities of Baltimore is Maryland’s largest private provider of human services, with more than 80 programs in 200 locations.
Dave joined Gallagher Evelius & Jones LLP in 1995. He earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Notre Dame and his law degree at Harvard Law School. Before joining the firm, Dave clerked for Chief U.S. District Court Judge J. Frederick Motz in Baltimore.
As a litigator and counselor, Dave has consistently provided thoughtful advice and effective advocacy to Gallagher clients, including, among many others, the Archdiocese of Baltimore, Loyola University Maryland, and Catholic Charities. “For 30 years, Dave has diligently served Gallagher clients with excellence, helping them solve big problems and achieve important goals. Also, Dave is an outstanding leader in our firm and in our community,” said Tom Dame, Managing Partner at Gallagher. “Dave will be a wonderful leader for Catholic Charities, and his acceptance of the appointment reflects his continued commitment to faith, service, and a life of purpose.”
Dave has guided and served a number of charitable and governmental institutions as a board member and volunteer, including the University System of Maryland, the Sheppard Pratt Health System and Foundation, St. Mary’s Seminary and University, Loyola University Maryland, the Baltimore City Board of Municipal and Zoning Appeals, the Crane Family Foundation, the O’Neill Health Care Fund, and the St. Ignatius Loyola Academy. During his time as a Gallagher lawyer, Dave has represented many pro bono clients, including protecting the legal rights of migrants and incarcerated people. He has also served the judiciary as a member of the Fourth Circuit Advisory Committee on Rules and Procedures and the Magistrate Judge Merit Selection Panel for the United States District Court for the District of Maryland.
Reflecting on this transition, Dave said: “I have been privileged to be a part of the Gallagher law firm for three decades. My colleagues have taught me and inspired me with their professional excellence, dedication to our clients, and commitment to the community. I look forward to continuing to work with Gallagher in my new role at Catholic Charities–both are great Baltimore institutions which do tremendous good in our community. Gallagher values strategic thinking and building deep relationships, which are skills I hope to bring to the vitally important work of Catholic Charities.”
Dave will succeed William J. McCarthy, who has led Catholic Charities with distinction, compassion, and vision since 2009.
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