Atty. David H Bernstein

Atty. David H Bernstein

David H Bernstein is a lawyer practicing taxation law, business and tax planning law, mergers and acquisitions and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Covington Covington 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About David H Bernstein at a glance

David H Bernstein is a probate, estate planning, tax, and m&a attorney based in Covington, Louisiana. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1983) and U.S. Tax Court (1984). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1984) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Covington, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David H Bernstein is a lawyer practicing taxation law, business and tax planning law, mergers and acquisitions and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • David practices in Covington, LA

Practice Areas Explained

David H Bernstein's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

David H Bernstein is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Louisiana →

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.

David H Bernstein is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Louisiana →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

David H Bernstein is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Louisiana →

Mergers & Acquisitions

David H Bernstein is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David H Bernstein

Where is David H Bernstein's law office located?
David H Bernstein's law practice is located in Covington, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David H Bernstein handle?
David H Bernstein focuses on probate, estate planning, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has David H Bernstein practiced law?
David H Bernstein has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did David H Bernstein go to law school?
David H Bernstein earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1984); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact David H Bernstein for a consultation?
You can contact David H Bernstein 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 H Bernstein received?
David H Bernstein's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University
- 1984
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1984

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