Atty. David J. Freeman
Mr. Freeman has over 35 years of experience representing buyers, sellers, and developers of contaminated properties, as well as both plaintiffs and defendants in Superfund and other litigation regarding the cleanup of hazardous waste sites.
Environmental Law Attorney · Serving New York, NY
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About David J. Freeman at a Glance
David J. Freeman is a environmental attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at FBT Gibbons LLP. Admitted to practice in New York, State of New York, Massachusetts, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and District of Columbia, District of Columbia. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1975) and Harvard University (BA). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David J. Freeman
Mr. Freeman is listed in Chambers USA Guide to America’s Leading Lawyers for Business and New York Super Lawyers. Chambers has quoted clients as saying, “Has many strengths, including excellent analysis of issues, understanding of government agencies, client service and the ability to achieve the best outcome”…“He is a good negotiator who never loses his cool and always stays focused on what’s important.”
Prior to entering private practice, Mr. Freeman served as a legislative assistant to U.S. Senator Frank E. Moss (D-Utah) and a trial attorney at the Federal Trade Commission. He received both his undergraduate and law degrees cum laude from Harvard University. He is a member of the New York, Massachusetts, and District of Columbia bars.
Mr. Freeman's practice focuses on:
- representation of buyers, sellers, and developers of brownfields and other contaminated properties and of parties engaged in hazardous waste cleanups;
- litigation related to remediation, cost recovery, property damage, and exposure to toxic substances;
- conducting and/or supervising environmental due diligence; and
- counseling with respect to environmental insurance issues
Practice Areas Explained
David J. Freeman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David J. Freeman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Environmental Law in New York
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
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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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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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Why Clients in New York Choose David J. Freeman
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 J. Freeman's practice in the field of environmental.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, State of New York, Massachusetts, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and District of Columbia, District of Columbia, David J. Freeman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Environmental Practice
Concentrating on environmental means David J. Freeman's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means David J. Freeman 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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