Atty. David Gerald Sommer

Atty. David Gerald Sommer

David Gerald Sommer is a lawyer practicing business law, construction law, consumer bankruptcy and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Salisbury State Univ. in 1994, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Baltimore Baltimore 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About David Gerald Sommer at a glance

David Gerald Sommer is an Attorney based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Gallagher LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, bankruptcy, and construction. Admitted to practice in Maryland U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Maryland U.S. Distri (2002). Educated at Univ. of Maryland (J.D., 2002) and Salisbury State Univ. (B.A. Univ., 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Gerald Sommer is a lawyer practicing business law, construction law, consumer bankruptcy and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Salisbury State Univ. in 1994, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • David practices at Gallagher LLP in Baltimore, MD

Practice Areas Explained

David Gerald Sommer's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

David Gerald Sommer is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maryland →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

David Gerald Sommer is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maryland →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

David Gerald Sommer is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Maryland →

Construction Law

David Gerald Sommer is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Baltimore are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland 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 Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Gerald Sommer

Where is David Gerald Sommer's law office located?
David Gerald Sommer's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is Gallagher LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Gerald Sommer handle?
David Gerald Sommer focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, bankruptcy, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has David Gerald Sommer practiced law?
David Gerald Sommer has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did David Gerald Sommer go to law school?
David Gerald Sommer earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A. Univ., 1994).
How can I contact David Gerald Sommer for a consultation?
You can contact David Gerald Sommer 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 Gerald Sommer received?
David Gerald Sommer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Univ. of Maryland
- 2002
B.A. Univ.
Salisbury State Univ.
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Maryland U.S. Distri
Admitted: 2002

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