Atty. David Paul Franklin

Atty. David Paul Franklin

David Paul Franklin is a lawyer practicing business counseling, sports and entertainment, mergers and acquisitions. David Paul received a degree from University of Richmond in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About David Paul Franklin at a glance

David Paul Franklin is an Of Counsel based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania (1992). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of Richmond (B.A, 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Paul Franklin is a lawyer practicing business counseling, sports and entertainment, mergers and acquisitions
  • David Paul received a degree from University of Richmond in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • David Paul practices in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

David Paul Franklin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Paul Franklin 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

David Paul Franklin is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Pittsburgh 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 andnue, 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 Paul Franklin

Where is David Paul Franklin's law office located?
David Paul Franklin's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Paul Franklin handle?
David Paul Franklin focuses on business, m&a, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has David Paul Franklin practiced law?
David Paul Franklin has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did David Paul Franklin go to law school?
David Paul Franklin earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A, 1989).
How can I contact David Paul Franklin for a consultation?
You can contact David Paul Franklin 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 Paul Franklin received?
David Paul Franklin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 1992
B.A
University of Richmond
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1992

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