Atty. David O. Marcus

Atty. David O. Marcus

About David O. Marcus View website Awards Distinguished Peer Rated This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4.

Hackensack Hackensack 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About David O. Marcus at a glance

David O. Marcus is an Associate based in Hackensack, New Jersey, practicing at Shapiro Croland Reiser Apfel & Di Iorio, LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1984), District of Columbia (1985), New Jersey (1986), and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey and Southern and Eastern Districts of New York (1986). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1983) and Emory University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of 2006—2009, Bergen County, New Jersey and New York State Bar Associations American Bar Association District Ethics Committee. Serands clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Awards

Distinguished Peer Rated This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4. About Awards

Client Champion Awards

Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Peer Awards

A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:

AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.

Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

David O. Marcus got this award in 2021

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

Avvo Awards

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Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.

Practice Areas Explained

David O. Marcus's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David O. Marcus 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David O. Marcus

Where is David O. Marcus's law office located?
David O. Marcus's law practice is located in Hackensack, New Jersey. The firm is Shapiro Croland Reiser Apfel & Di Iorio, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David O. Marcus handle?
David O. Marcus focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has David O. Marcus practiced law?
David O. Marcus has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did David O. Marcus go to law school?
David O. Marcus earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact David O. Marcus for a consultation?
You can contact David O. Marcus 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 O. Marcus received?
David O. Marcus's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1983
B.A.
Emory University
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1985
New Jersey
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey and Southern and Eastern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1986

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