Atty. David Gerald Cotton

Atty. David Gerald Cotton

David Gerald Cotton is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, general practice. David received a degree from Brooklyn Law School, and has been licensed for 58 years.

College Point College Point 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About David Gerald Cotton at a glance

David Gerald Cotton is a Member based in College Point, New York, practicing at David G. Cotton. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on estate planning and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1968). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in College Point, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Gerald Cotton is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, general practice
  • David received a degree from Brooklyn Law School, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • David practices at David G. Cotton in College Point, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David Gerald Cotton's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 College Point 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 andnue, 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.

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Common questions about David Gerald Cotton

Where is David Gerald Cotton's law office located?
David Gerald Cotton's law practice is located in College Point, New York. The firm is David G. Cotton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Gerald Cotton handle?
David Gerald Cotton focuses on estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David Gerald Cotton practiced law?
David Gerald Cotton has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did David Gerald Cotton go to law school?
David Gerald Cotton earned their education at (—).
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What awards or recognition has David Gerald Cotton received?
David Gerald Cotton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Brooklyn Law School
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1968

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