Atty. David Simon
David Simon’s practice is primarily focused on commercial civil litigation, but his clients rely on his ability to find practical, cost-effective solutions in a wide range of matters. He represents a variety of businesses and individuals in matters related to contract disputes, employment issues, real estate, and corporate governance.
Corporate & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY
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About David Simon at a Glance
David Simon is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP. Their practice focuses on employment, business, zoning, and litigation. Educated at New York Law School J.D. (—) and St. Lawrence University B.A. (—). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Simon
- David Simon’s practice is primarily focused on commercial civil litigation, but his clients rely on his ability to find practical, cost-effective solutions in a wide range of matters
- He represents a variety of businesses and individuals in matters related to contract disputes, employment issues, real estate, and corporate governance
- He has extensive experience handling cases from pleadings through trial, and appears before the state and federal courts in New York, agencies, commissions, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) forums
- In the employment arena, Mr. Simon represents individuals and businesses with all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, and beyond
- He negotiates and drafts employment agreements for executive hires, and severance/separation agreements when an employment relationship is terminated
- He also represents clients in cases of workplace discrimination including sexual harassment, wrongful termination, retaliation, and wage and hour claims
- Mr. Simon routinely litigates cases involving post-employment restrictions including covenants not-to-compete, confidentiality, and non-solicitation agreements
- His clients include emerging technology companies, insurance agencies, stockbrokers, securities firms, small business owners, and employers in all fields
- In addition to providing employment advice, Mr. Simon assists business entities with corporate formation and recordkeeping, including the drafting of resolutions, shareholder, and operating agreements
- He represents shareholders and companies in buy-out agreements, derivative actions, and cases for judicial dissolution
- He also drafts business contracts and license agreements for companies across a broad array of industries
- Mr. Simon’s real estate litigation practice covers disputes arising out of purchase and sale contracts, challenges to planning and zoning determinations, actions for trespass and nuisance, partition, actions to quiet title, adverse possession, easements, and landlord/tenant matters
- In addition, he defends businesses and property owners sued under the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state and local counterparts, and counsels them with respect to handicapped accessibility requirements
- Providing litigation support to the firm’s Trusts and Estates attorneys, Mr. Simon also handles contested guardianship proceedings and estate administration proceedings
- As a former analyst at Lehman Brothers, Mr. Simon brings first-hand securities knowledge to his practice, and he has acted as general counsel for a number of emerging internet, software development, and technology consulting firms
- He serves clients throughout Westchester and Putnam Counties, and in New York City and abroad
Practice Areas Explained
David Simon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Simon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Employment Law in New York
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Land Use & Zoning in New York
David Simon is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 New York 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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose David Simon
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Simon's practice in the field of employment, business, zoning, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and zoning, David Simon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means David Simon attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Simon Handles in New York
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