Atty. David M. Clar

Atty. David M. Clar

"You have to be an attentive listener, and appreciate that every situation presents its own unique challenges as well as opportunities. To that end, it is important for me to design and implement solutions that best fit the client’s needs and business.” Dave focuses on corporate and commercial law, including mergers and acquisitions, business planning, licensing and distribution, private financing transactions, software contracts and general corporate matters.

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Profile Summary

About David M. Clar at a glance

David M. Clar is a business and m&a attorney based in Pittsford, New York, practforg at Harris Beach Murtha. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar. Educated at University of Buffalo Law School (J.D., 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Serands clients in Pittsford, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • "You have to be an attentive listener, and appreciate that every situation presents its own unique challenges as well as opportunities
  • To that end, it is important for me to design and implement solutions that best fit the client’s needs and business.” Dave focuses on corporate and commercial law, including mergers and acquisitions, business planning, licensing and distribution, private financing transactions, software contracts and general corporate matters
  • He represents individual entrepreneurs and start-up companies, as well as established, growing and mature businesses, with an emphasis on providing advice and guidance to closely-held corporations in all aspects of corporate and business planning matters, including organizational and ongoing operations, change of control transactions, capital planning and financing, ownership issues, distribution, licensing, franchising and general contractual matters
  • Dave provides corporate representation and business advice for the clinical laboratory subsidiary of a not-for-profit health organization and the manufacturer and distributor of a medical device in the U. S. and foreign jurisdictions
  • He also serves as primary counsel for the insurance agency subsidiary of a publicly-held bank holding company, and regularly serves as transactional counsel for buyers and sellers of closely-held corporations

Practice Areas Explained

David M. Clar's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David M. Clar 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is David M. Clar's law office located?
David M. Clar's law practice is located in Pittsford, New York. The firm is Harris Beach Murtha. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David M. Clar handle?
David M. Clar focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did David M. Clar go to law school?
David M. Clar earned their education at (J.D., 1998).
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What awards or recognition has David M. Clar received?
David M. Clar's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships); Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law.

Education

J.D.
University of Buffalo Law School
- 1998

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

New York, New York State Bar

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