Atty. David A. Gilbert
David A. Gilbert is a lawyer practicing entertainment, real estate, project development & permitting and 9 other areas of law.
Entertainment & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 57+ Years Experience
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About David A. Gilbert at a Glance
David A. Gilbert is a Member Emeritus based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C.. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, foreclosure, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1969) and Colorado (1982). Educated at Boston College J.D. (—) and Brown University B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David A. Gilbert
- David A. Gilbert is a lawyer practicing entertainment, real estate, project development & permitting and 9 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Brown University, and has been licensed for 57 years
- David practices at Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C. in Boston, MA
Practice Areas Explained
David A. Gilbert's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David A. Gilbert handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Business & Corporate Law in Boston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David A. Gilbert is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →
Real Estate Law in Boston
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David A. Gilbert is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Massachusetts →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Boston
David A. Gilbert is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Massachusetts →
Foreclosure Defense in Boston
David A. Gilbert is one of 14,094 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in Massachusetts →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Boston
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
David A. Gilbert is one of 45,619 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Massachusetts →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boston
Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Boston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boston-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 Boston Choose David A. Gilbert
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. Gilbert's practice in the field of business, real estate, m&a, foreclosure, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David A. Gilbert brings 57+ 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 Massachusetts and Colorado, David A. Gilbert can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and m&a, David A. Gilbert can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boston
A Boston-based practice means David A. Gilbert 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. Gilbert Handles in Boston
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