Atty. David H. Sempert
David H. Sempert is a lawyer practicing litigation, trial practice, product liability and 2 other areas of law.
Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 49+ Years Experience
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About David H. Sempert at a Glance
David H. Sempert is an Of Counsel based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Cornell & Gollub. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1982), and Vermont (2004). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1977) and University of Chicago (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Massachusetts (Member, Section on Civil Litigation) and American (Member, Section on Tort and Insurance) Bar Associations Defense Research Institute Massachusetts Defense Lawyers Association American Board of Trial Advocates. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David H. Sempert
- David H. Sempert is a lawyer practicing litigation, trial practice, product liability and 2 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years
- David practices at Cornell & Gollub in Boston, MA
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David H. Sempert's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David H. Sempert 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.
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Product Liability in Boston
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Civil Litigation in Boston
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate Practice in Boston
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 H. Sempert
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 H. Sempert's practice in the field of business, product liability, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David H. Sempert brings 49+ 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, U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts, and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit, David H. Sempert can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, product liability, and litigation, David H. Sempert 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 H. Sempert 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 H. Sempert Handles in Boston
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