Atty. David J. Shipley

Atty. David J. Shipley

David J. Shipley is a lawyer practicing corporate / incorporation, tax & benefits, life sciences and 2 other areas of law.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About David J. Shipley at a glance

David J. Shipley is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at McCarter & English, LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on formation, tax, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1993), Pennsylvania (1993), and New York U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (2003). Educated at Wake Forest University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and University of Richmond (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David J. Shipley is a lawyer practicing corporate / incorporation, tax & benefits, life sciences and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Richmond in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • David practices at McCarter & English, LLP in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

David J. Shipley's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Tax Law

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Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David J. Shipley

Where is David J. Shipley's law office located?
David J. Shipley's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is McCarter & English, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David J. Shipley handle?
David J. Shipley focuses on formation, tax, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has David J. Shipley practiced law?
David J. Shipley has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did David J. Shipley go to law school?
David J. Shipley earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact David J. Shipley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University School of Law
- 1993
B.A.
University of Richmond
- 1990

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1993
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1993
New York U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2003

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