Atty. David Lerman
Mr. David Lerman is a lawyer practicing real estate law, banking law.
Banking Law & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 51+ Years Experience
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About David Lerman at a Glance
David Lerman is a business and real estate attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1975), Texas (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1979), and New Jersey (1989). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1975) and Harvard University (A.B., 1972). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Lerman
- Mr. David Lerman is a lawyer practicing real estate law, banking law
- David received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
- David practices in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
David Lerman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Lerman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Business & Corporate Law in Philadelphia
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David Lerman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Real Estate Law in Philadelphia
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David Lerman is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
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.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose David Lerman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Lerman's practice in the field of business and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Lerman brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in District of Columbia, Texas, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, David Lerman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and real estate, David Lerman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means David Lerman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Lerman Handles in Philadelphia
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