Atty. David Lawrence Zive

Atty. David Lawrence Zive

David Lawrence Zive is a lawyer practicing foreclosure, public finance & tax exempt finance, financial services and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About David Lawrence Zive at a glance

David Lawrence Zive is an Attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Ballard Spahr LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax, and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1989). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and Brandeis University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Lawrence Zive is a lawyer practicing foreclosure, public finance & tax exempt finance, financial services and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • David practices at Ballard Spahr LLP in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

David Lawrence Zive's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Lawrence Zive 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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Real Estate Law

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

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Foreclosure Defense

David Lawrence Zive is one of 14,193 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 Lawrence Zive

Where is David Lawrence Zive's law office located?
David Lawrence Zive's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Ballard Spahr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lawrence Zive handle?
David Lawrence Zive focuses on business, real estate, tax, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has David Lawrence Zive practiced law?
David Lawrence Zive has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did David Lawrence Zive go to law school?
David Lawrence Zive earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact David Lawrence Zive for a consultation?
You can contact David Lawrence Zive directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Lawrence Zive received?
David Lawrence Zive's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Emory University School of Law
- 1989
B.A.
Brandeis University
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1989

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