Atty. David S Pallai

Atty. David S Pallai

David S Pallai is a lawyer practicing animal bites, assault & battery, aviation and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from St.

Smithtown Smithtown 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About David S Pallai at a glance

David S Pallai is a Partner based in Smithtown, New York, practicing at Devitt Spellman Barrett, L.L.P., L.L.P.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on dog bites, insurance, and aviation. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1985), New York (1985), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1986), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1986). Educated at St. Johns University (J.D., 1984) and St. Johns University (B.S., 1980). Active member of Nassau County and New York State (Torts, Insurance, Negligence and Compensation Sections) and American Bar Associations Nassau-Suffolk Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Smithtown, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David S Pallai is a lawyer practicing animal bites, assault & battery, aviation and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from St. Johns University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • David practices at Devitt Spellman Barrett, L.L.P., L.L.P. in Smithtown, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David S Pallai's Areas of Practice

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

Dog Bites & Animal Attacks

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David S Pallai

Where is David S Pallai's law office located?
David S Pallai's law practice is located in Smithtown, New York. The firm is Devitt Spellman Barrett, L.L.P., L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David S Pallai handle?
David S Pallai focuses on dog bites, insurance, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David S Pallai practiced law?
David S Pallai has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did David S Pallai go to law school?
David S Pallai earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact David S Pallai for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. Johns University
- 1984
B.S.
St. Johns University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

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

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