Atty. David J. Freeman

Atty. David J. Freeman

Mr. Freeman has over 35 years of experience representing buyers, sellers, and developers of contaminated properties, as well as both plaintiffs and defendants in Superfund and other litigation regarding the cleanup of hazardous waste sites.

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David J. Freeman is a environmental attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at FBT Gibbons LLP. Admitted to practice in New York, State of New York, Massachusetts, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and District of Columbia, District of Columbia. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1975) and Harvard University (BA). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Mr. Freeman has over 35 years of experience representing buyers, sellers, and developers of contaminated properties, as well as both plaintiffs and defendants in Superfund and other litigation regarding the cleanup of hazardous waste sites. He is a frequent author and speaker on environmental law topics and is the recipient of a 2012 Burton Award as “an outstanding law firm author.” His extensive bar association and pro bono activities include service as President of the New York City Brownfield Partnership, Vice Chair of the New York State League of Conservation Voters Education Fund, Co-Chair of the New York State Bar Association Environmental Law Section Committee of Hazardous Waste/Site Cleanup, and Special Legal Counsel to the United Nations Environment Programme for North American Environmental Affairs.

Mr. Freeman is listed in Chambers USA Guide to America’s Leading Lawyers for Business and New York Super Lawyers. Chambers has quoted clients as saying, “Has many strengths, including excellent analysis of issues, understanding of government agencies, client service and the ability to achieve the best outcome”“He is a good negotiator who never loses his cool and always stays focused on what’s important.”

Prior to entering private practice, Mr. Freeman served as a legislative assistant to U.S. Senator Frank E. Moss (D-Utah) and a trial attorney at the Federal Trade Commission. He received both his undergraduate and law degrees cum laude from Harvard University. He is a member of the New York, Massachusetts, and District of Columbia bars.

Mr. Freeman's practice focuses on:

  • representation of buyers, sellers, and developers of brownfields and other contaminated properties and of parties engaged in hazardous waste cleanups;
  • litigation related to remediation, cost recovery, property damage, and exposure to toxic substances;
  • conducting and/or supervising environmental due diligence; and
  • counseling with respect to environmental insurance issues

    Practice Areas Explained

    David J. Freeman's Areas of Practice

    Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David J. Freeman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

    Environmental Law

    Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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    Where is David J. Freeman's law office located?
    David J. Freeman's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is FBT Gibbons LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
    What practice areas does David J. Freeman handle?
    David J. Freeman focuses on environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
    Where did David J. Freeman go to law school?
    David J. Freeman earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (BA).
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    What awards or recognition has David J. Freeman received?
    David J. Freeman's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

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    Education

    J.D.
    Harvard University
    - 1975
    BA
    Harvard University
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    Awards

    Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Chambers USA Guide to America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Environment (New York)
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the New York Super Lawyers list, Environmental, Environmental Litigation
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Recipient, 2012 Burton Award for Legal Achievement as “an outstanding law firm author”
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Recipient, Distinguished Service Award, New York State Bar Association, Environmental Law Section, 2001
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — AV Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
    - 2026

    Bar Admissions

    New York, State of New York
    Massachusetts, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
    District of Columbia, District of Columbia

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