Atty. David L. Elkind

Atty. David L. Elkind

David L. Elkind is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, commercial litigation.

Washington Washington 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About David L. Elkind at a glance

David L. Elkind is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Dickstein Shapiro Llp. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (1984) and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1983) and George Washington University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar New York State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David L. Elkind is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, commercial litigation
  • David received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • David practices at Dickstein Shapiro LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

David L. Elkind's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David L. Elkind

Where is David L. Elkind's law office located?
David L. Elkind's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Dickstein Shapiro Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David L. Elkind handle?
David L. Elkind focuses on business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David L. Elkind practiced law?
David L. Elkind has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did David L. Elkind go to law school?
David L. Elkind earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact David L. Elkind for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David L. Elkind received?
David L. Elkind's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1983
B.A.
George Washington University
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989

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