Atty. David Hal Bernstein

Atty. David Hal Bernstein

David Hal Bernstein is a lawyer practicing civil rights, litigation, intellectual property & media litigation and 4 other areas of law. David received a M.S. degree from London School of Economics and Political Science in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

New York New York 37 Years Experience 37 year
Call (917) 672-1523

Profile Summary

About David Hal Bernstein at a glance

David Hal Bernstein is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on personal injury, ip, litigation, civil rights, and health care. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1989), New York (1990), and California (2021). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 1989) and London School of Economics and Political Science (M.S. Princeton, 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Hal Bernstein is a lawyer practicing civil rights, litigation, intellectual property & media litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a M.S. degree from London School of Economics and Political Science in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • David practices at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David Hal Bernstein's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

David Hal Bernstein is one of 63,079 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in New York →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Hal Bernstein

Where is David Hal Bernstein's law office located?
David Hal Bernstein's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Hal Bernstein handle?
David Hal Bernstein focuses on personal injury, ip, litigation, civil rights, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David Hal Bernstein practiced law?
David Hal Bernstein has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did David Hal Bernstein go to law school?
David Hal Bernstein earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (M.S. Princeton, 1986).
How can I contact David Hal Bernstein for a consultation?
You can contact David Hal 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 Hal Bernstein received?
David Hal Bernstein's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale Law School
- 1989
M.S. Princeton
London School of Economics and Political Science
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1989
New York
Admitted: 1990
California
Admitted: 2021

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