Atty. David S. Gordon

Atty. David S. Gordon

David S. Gordon is a shareholder on the Real Estate and Land Use/Environmental teams at Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A.

Woodbridge Woodbridge 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About David S. Gordon at a glance

David S. Gordon is a real estate and estate litigation attorney based in Woodbridge, New Jersey, practicing at Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer PA. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1971). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1971) and Bucknell University (B.A.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Woodbridge, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David S. Gordon is a shareholder on the Real Estate and Land Use/Environmental teams at Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A
  • He represents developers, owners, users and other clients in all aspects of complex real estate transactions, with an emphasis on land acquisition and disposition, leasing, development approvals, redevelopment, construction contracts and the structuring of business entities
  • With regard to his financing practice, Mr. Gordon focuses on construction, interim and permanent mortgage financing, and equity participation
  • He also represents landlords and tenants in leasing transactions, including industrial, office and retail transactions

Practice Areas Explained

David S. Gordon's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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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 Woodbridge 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 S. Gordon

Where is David S. Gordon's law office located?
David S. Gordon's law practice is located in Woodbridge, New Jersey. The firm is Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David S. Gordon handle?
David S. Gordon focuses on real estate, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has David S. Gordon practiced law?
David S. Gordon has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did David S. Gordon go to law school?
David S. Gordon earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A.).
How can I contact David S. Gordon for a consultation?
You can contact David S. Gordon 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 S. Gordon received?
David S. Gordon's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Landlord Tenant.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1971
B.A.
Bucknell University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Landlord Tenant
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Development
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Industrial
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Land Use
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Office Buildings
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Shopping Center Transactions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Certiorari
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transactions
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Woodbridge)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Woodbridge)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Woodbridge)
- 2015
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Woodbridge)
- 2012

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1971

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