Atty. David V. Fontana

Atty. David V. Fontana

David V. Fontana is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, civil litigation, creditors rights and 2 other areas of law.

Baltimore Baltimore 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About David V. Fontana at a glance

David V. Fontana is a Partner based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Gebhardt & Smith LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1994), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1995), New Jersey (1998), and Delaware (2006). Educated at Hofstra University (J.D., 1994) and United States Merchant Marine Academy (B.S., 1991). Serands clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David V. Fontana is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, civil litigation, creditors rights and 2 other areas of law
  • David V. received a B.S. degree from United States Merchant Marine Academy in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • David V. practices at Gebhardt & Smith LLP in Baltimore, MD and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

David V. Fontana's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David V. Fontana 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David V. Fontana

Where is David V. Fontana's law office located?
David V. Fontana's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is Gebhardt & Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David V. Fontana handle?
David V. Fontana focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has David V. Fontana practiced law?
David V. Fontana has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did David V. Fontana go to law school?
David V. Fontana earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1991).
How can I contact David V. Fontana for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hofstra University
- 1994
B.S.
United States Merchant Marine Academy
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1995
New Jersey
Admitted: 1998
Delaware
Admitted: 2006
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2006

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