Atty. David J. Gittines

Atty. David J. Gittines

David J. Gittines’ focus is in the areas of labor and employment law on behalf of management, employment practices liability and professional liability defense, including the representation of attorneys, insurance brokers, real estate agents, and mortgage and title professionals in state and federal court.

Hackensack Hackensack 20 yrs experience 20 year
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About David J. Gittines at a glance

David J. Gittines is an Attorney based in Hackensack, New Jersey, practicing at Kaufman Dolowich LLP. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, real estate, and product liability. Admitted to practice in New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (2006). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 2005) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1993). Active member of Professional Memberships •Bergen County Bar Association. Serands clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David J. Gittines’ focus is in the areas of labor and employment law on behalf of management, employment practices liability and professional liability defense, including the representation of attorneys, insurance brokers, real estate agents, and mortgage and title professionals in state and federal court
  • Before joining the firm, Mr. Gittines specialized in the defense of public entities in a wide range of areas, including mass torts, while an associate at a prominent New Jersey firm
  • Prior to practicing law, Mr. Gittines was an executive with the Boy Scouts of America and worked in the market research industry
  • Publications •Limitations on a Realtor’s Duty to Warn in New Jersey •Implications Of Trenk Dipasquale v
  • Industrial Urban, Law360, by Iram Valentin and David Gittines

Practice Areas Explained

David J. Gittines's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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

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Product Liability

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David J. Gittines

Where is David J. Gittines's law office located?
David J. Gittines's law practice is located in Hackensack, New Jersey. The firm is Kaufman Dolowich LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David J. Gittines handle?
David J. Gittines focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, real estate, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has David J. Gittines practiced law?
David J. Gittines has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did David J. Gittines go to law school?
David J. Gittines earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact David J. Gittines for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 2005
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1993

Bar Admissions

New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 2006

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