Atty. David Pastor

Atty. David Pastor

David Pastor is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, criminal defense and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Haverford College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About David Pastor at a glance

David Pastor is a Member based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Gilman and Pastor, LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, class action, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1979), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1991). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1979) and Haverford College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Massachusetts Bar Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Pastor is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, criminal defense and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Haverford College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • David practices at Gilman and Pastor, LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

David Pastor's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

David Pastor is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Massachusetts →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

David Pastor is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Massachusetts →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

David Pastor is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Class Action

David Pastor is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Massachusetts →

Juvenile Law

David Pastor is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Massachusetts →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Pastor

Where is David Pastor's law office located?
David Pastor's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Gilman and Pastor, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Pastor handle?
David Pastor focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, class action, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has David Pastor practiced law?
David Pastor has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did David Pastor go to law school?
David Pastor earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact David Pastor for a consultation?
You can contact David Pastor 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 Pastor received?
David Pastor's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1979
B.A.
Haverford College
- 1976

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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