Atty. David A. Barnes
David A. Barnes is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate, commercial litigation and 24 other areas of law.
Appellate & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 38+ Years Experience
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About David A. Barnes at a Glance
David A. Barnes is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1988) and New Jersey The Supreme Court for the United States United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circ (1988). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Middlebury College (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Civic Activities •American Bankruptcy Institute •Pennsylvania Bar Association •New Jersey Bar Association •American Bar Association. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David A. Barnes
- David A. Barnes is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate, commercial litigation and 24 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Middlebury College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
- David practices at Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
David A. Barnes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David A. Barnes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Employment Law in Philadelphia
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David A. Barnes is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Business & Corporate Law in Philadelphia
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David A. Barnes is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Real Estate Law in Philadelphia
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David A. Barnes is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Philadelphia
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
David A. Barnes is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Philadelphia
David A. Barnes is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose David A. Barnes
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David A. Barnes's practice in the field of employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David A. Barnes brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey The Supreme Court for the United States United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circ, David A. Barnes can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and real estate, David A. Barnes can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means David A. Barnes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David A. Barnes Handles in Philadelphia
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David A. Barnes has experience with under Pennsylvania law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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