Atty. David Hugh Ostwald

Atty. David Hugh Ostwald

David Hugh Ostwald is a lawyer practicing litigation, cooperative and condominium law, landlord-tenant and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years.

New York New York 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About David Hugh Ostwald at a glance

David Hugh Ostwald is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Schechter & Brucker, P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on real estate, ip, hoa, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in New York (1983), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1985), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1985). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1982) and University of Chicago (B.A., 1977). Active member of ASCAP, New York State Bar Association National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Hugh Ostwald is a lawyer practicing litigation, cooperative and condominium law, landlord-tenant and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • David practices at Schechter & Brucker, P.C. in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David Hugh Ostwald's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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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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HOA & Condominium Law

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Hugh Ostwald

Where is David Hugh Ostwald's law office located?
David Hugh Ostwald's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Schechter & Brucker, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Hugh Ostwald handle?
David Hugh Ostwald focuses on real estate, ip, hoa, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David Hugh Ostwald practiced law?
David Hugh Ostwald has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did David Hugh Ostwald go to law school?
David Hugh Ostwald earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact David Hugh Ostwald for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1982
B.A.
University of Chicago
- 1977

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1985

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