Atty. David A. Trager
David A. Trager is a lawyer practicing construction contracts, litigation, adr and 2 other areas of law.
ADR & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 66+ Years Experience
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About David A. Trager at a Glance
David A. Trager is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Greenberg, Trager & Herbst, LLP. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on residential, real estate, construction, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1960), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1964), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1964), and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1967). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1957) and Colgate University (A.B., 1954). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations New York County Lawyers' Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David A. Trager
- David A. Trager is a lawyer practicing construction contracts, litigation, adr and 2 other areas of law
- David received a A.B. degree from Colgate University in 1954, and has been licensed for 66 years
- David practices at Greenberg, Trager & Herbst, LLP in New York, NY and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
David A. Trager's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David A. Trager handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Residential Real Estate in New York
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Real Estate Law in New York
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David A. Trager is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
Construction Law in New York
David A. Trager is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David A. Trager is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →
Mediation & Arbitration in New York
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
David A. Trager is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose David A. Trager
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. Trager's practice in the field of residential, real estate, construction, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David A. Trager brings 66+ 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 New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, David A. Trager can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering residential, real estate, and construction, David A. Trager can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means David A. Trager attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David A. Trager Handles in New York
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