Atty. David Leo Hackett

Atty. David Leo Hackett

David Leo Hackett is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, sexual harassment, wrongful termination and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 29 Years Experience 29 year
Call (201) 305-0915

Profile Summary

About David Leo Hackett at a glance

David Leo Hackett is a Shareholder based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, sexual harassment, employment, trade secrets, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1997) and New Jersey U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the (1998). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Duke University (B.A. Political, 1991). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Leo Hackett is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, sexual harassment, wrongful termination and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • David practices at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC in Philadelphia, PA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

David Leo Hackett's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

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Sexual Harassment

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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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Trade Secrets

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Employment Contracts

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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 venue, 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 Leo Hackett

Where is David Leo Hackett's law office located?
David Leo Hackett's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Leo Hackett handle?
David Leo Hackett focuses on wrongful termination, sexual harassment, employment, trade secrets, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has David Leo Hackett practiced law?
David Leo Hackett has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did David Leo Hackett go to law school?
David Leo Hackett earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Political, 1991).
How can I contact David Leo Hackett for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Villanova University School of Law
- 1997
B.A. Political
Duke University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1997
New Jersey U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the
Admitted: 1998

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