Atty. David J. Rosenberg

Atty. David J. Rosenberg

David J. Rosenberg joined Rosenberg & Estis, P.C. in 2023 and is Counsel with the firm’s Transactions Department.

New York New York 8 yrs experience 8 year
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David J. Rosenberg is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Rosenberg & Estis, P.C.. They have 8+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2018. Their practice focuses on zoning. Admitted to practice in New York (2018). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D. Louis, 2017) and Brooklyn College (B.A. Biology, 2014). Active member of Committee on Land Use, Planning and Zoning 2019-Present, New York City Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David J. Rosenberg joined Rosenberg & Estis, P.C. in 2023 and is Counsel with the firm’s Transactions Department
  • He has become one of the City’s go-to problem solvers for complex and unusual land use problems for the City’s leading developers, brokers, nonprofits, and religious organizations—advising them on everything from rezonings, to securing complex building approvals, to navigating the rapidly changing regulatory and political landscape
  • His work includes advising on site selection, addressing compliance and permitting issues, negotiating transfers of development rights, overseeing environmental review, and leading applications for variances, special permits, and rezonings before the City’s land use agencies, including the City Planning Commission and Board of Standards and Appeals
  • In the six months since David Rosenberg joined R&E, he has brought valuable experience to complement and bolster the firm’s reputation for providing comprehensive and zealous advocacy in all areas of New York City real estate
  • In addition to his advisory and transactional work, Rosenberg works with the firm’s noted litigation and administrative law practices on complex diligence and enforcement matters
  • Through his work, Rosenberg has earned the respect of colleagues and key decision makers for his ability to leverage his knowledge of NYC government and politics to find creative and collaborative solutions for his clients— while also being able to fight for them when necessary
  • Notable Work Identifying the site and required land use actions for a high-profile gaming facility proposal in the downstate region
  • Securing a rezoning for one of the City’s most prominent religious organizations to facilitate the development of a new house of worship, senior center, and permanently affordable, family-sized housing
  • Representing a national non-profit in the conceptual planning and development of a flagship supportive housing and clubhouse development
  • Representing a major educational and healthcare institution in the creation of a 10-year master plan for future development
  • Obtained timely approvals for critical upgrades to one of Manhattan’s most prominent synagogues
  • Obtained a first-of-its-kind approval for the development of a day habilitation facility for adults with developmental disabilities
  • Successfully managed a complex multi-year construction dispute with New York State agencies on behalf of a Bronx property owner to facilitate critical repairs to an 1,800-unit affordable housing complex

Practice Areas Explained

David J. Rosenberg's Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

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Where is David J. Rosenberg's law office located?
David J. Rosenberg's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Rosenberg & Estis, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David J. Rosenberg handle?
David J. Rosenberg focuses on zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David J. Rosenberg practiced law?
David J. Rosenberg has 8+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2018.
Where did David J. Rosenberg go to law school?
David J. Rosenberg earned their education at (J.D. Louis, 2017); (B.A. Biology, 2014).
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Education

J.D. Louis
Fordham University School of Law
- 2017
B.A. Biology
Brooklyn College
- 2014

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2018

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