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Atty. David R. Eshelman

Atty. David R. Eshelman

Assistant Public Defender of Berks County, 1975-1978.

Reading Reading 52 yrs experience 52 year
Call (484) 339-5571 Book Appointment

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About David R. Eshelman at a glance

David R. Eshelman is a Member based in Reading, Pennsylvania, practicing at David R. Eshelman, P.C.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern Di (1974). Educated at Dickinson School of Law (J.D., 1974) and Dickinson College (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chairman, Criminal Law Committee, 1979, 1982, 1984, 1990, 1991), Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Board of Directors, 1990-2017, President, 20, Berks County. Serands clients in Reading, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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Assistant Public Defender of Berks County, 1975-1978

Practice Areas Explained

David R. Eshelman's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Reading 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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Common questions about David R. Eshelman

Where is David R. Eshelman's law office located?
David R. Eshelman's law practice is located in Reading, Pennsylvania. The firm is David R. Eshelman, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David R. Eshelman handle?
David R. Eshelman focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has David R. Eshelman practiced law?
David R. Eshelman has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did David R. Eshelman go to law school?
David R. Eshelman earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
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What awards or recognition has David R. Eshelman received?
David R. Eshelman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Dickinson School of Law
- 1974
B.A.
Dickinson College
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern Di
Admitted: 1974

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