Atty. David A. Barra

Atty. David A. Barra

David A. Barra is a lawyer practicing insurance, municipal, litigation and 1 other area of law.

Essex Junction Essex Junction 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About David A. Barra at a glance

David A. Barra is a Partner based in Essex Junction, Vermont, practicing at Unsworth LaPlante, PLLC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on litigation, insurance, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Vermont (1982), U.S. District Court, District of Vermont (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1986), and New Hampshire (2004). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1982) and Williams College (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chittenden County, Vermont (Chair, Young Lawyers Section, 1986) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Essex Junction, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David A. Barra is a lawyer practicing insurance, municipal, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • David practices at Unsworth LaPlante, PLLC in Essex Junction, VT

Practice Areas Explained

David A. Barra's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

David A. Barra is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in Vermont →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Vermont

Practicing law in Vermont. Legal matters in Vermont are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Essex Junction are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Vermont state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Vermont brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Vermont courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David A. Barra

Where is David A. Barra's law office located?
David A. Barra's law practice is located in Essex Junction, Vermont. The firm is Unsworth LaPlante, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David A. Barra handle?
David A. Barra focuses on litigation, insurance, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Vermont.
How long has David A. Barra practiced law?
David A. Barra has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did David A. Barra go to law school?
David A. Barra earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact David A. Barra for a consultation?
You can contact David A. Barra directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David A. Barra received?
David A. Barra's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1982
B.A.
Williams College
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Vermont
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Vermont
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1986
New Hampshire
Admitted: 2004

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