$ 300-490 per hour
About David
Biography
David C. Van Leeuwen joins the Peyrot & Associates Team as Partner with strong expertise in all areas of litigation, business, commercial and real estate law. David is highly knowledgeable in all the nuances of the law and is experienced in counseling clients in a wide variety of matters. David's professional compassion coupled with his astute familiarity of the Supreme Court of New York, Federal District Court as well as the State and Federal Appellate Courts make him an ideal advocate for our clients.
Prior to joining Peyrot & Associates, David worked for high profile law firms where he appeared on complex civil matters before New York City Area State and Federal Courts and drafted pleadings and dispositive memoranda for use in state and federal civil litigation. David is also well-versed in representing parties in intricate business and real estate transactions, commercial agreement disputes, drafting internal and corporate and limited liability documents as well as related contracts.
David received his law degree from Union University, Albany Law School and was admitted to the New York State Bar in 2007. He completed his undergraduate degree at Geneseo State University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in International Relations and Global Political Economy.
Completing coursework in political philosophy and metaphysics at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom and International Law at Universität Salzburg in Austria, gave David a worldly perspective of policy and business. David is an active volunteer with multiple philanthropic organizations which give back to the community.
David is a member of the New York State Bar Association, The Netherlands America Foundation, New York County Lawyers Association, the American-Scandinavian Foundation and the Swedish American Chamber of Commerce, New York. He travels several times each year to Stockholm on various business matters. When he is not in the office or the courtroom, David enjoys playing soccer and basketball regularly and can often be found diving into a great book or visiting one of Manhattan's diverse cultural institutions.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 12 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 19 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Peyrot & Associates, PC
62 William Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY, 11102
Peyrot & Associates, PC
Stockholm Local Office: Ferkens Gränd 3, 111 30 Stockholm, Main Office New York: 62 William Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY, 11102
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David Charlton Van Leeuwen's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | June 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Excellent Attorney
I was involved in a complicated dispute and he helped me work through the difficult issues to resolve the situation. He is an excellent attorney.
Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Knowledgeable and Professional
Very knowledgeable attorney who guided me through a business legal matter. I would recommend this attorney without hesitation.
David Charlton Van Leeuwen's Lawyer Endorsements
"I recommend David to all my friends and colleagues who are looking for a good and trustworthy litigation attorney. He is not only very knowledgeable and experienced attorney but also (which is very important) a very honest one. I have personally encountered his sophisticated approach to resolving different legal problems and was amazed by his clear thinking, structured plan, and honesty towards his clients."
"A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend David Charlton Van Leeuwen to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"David Charlton Van Leeuwen is a fantastic attorney whose client-focused approach ensures excellent outcomes in his cases. I endorse this lawyer."
"David is a highly intelligent, experienced and dedicated attorney. He is respected in the legal community and has a depth of knowledge in the areas of corporate law and commercial litigation. I recommend this attorney without hesitation."
"Pragmatic and result-driven Attorney with an impressive track record!"
"I met David through our mutual friend who used to work with him. The friend told me about David's professionalism and strong lawyering skills, but it was not before I started working with him that I realized how knowledgable and honest person he is. It is an absolute pleasure to be working with David. He is strategic and highly sophisticated thinker and has the ability to see the legal process through to completion. He treats his clients with respect and professionalism. I trust him and would recommend him with no reservation."
"A truly seasoned litigator in all aspects of commercial and real estate law. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2020
2020 Metro New York Super Lawyer - Business Litigation, Super Lawyers
2019
2019 Metro New York Super Lawyer - Business Litigation, Super Lawyers
2017
Business Lawyer of the Year in New York 2017, International Advisory Experts
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, Peyrot & Associates, PC
2008 - 2013
Attorney, Nadel & Ciarlo, PC
2006 - 2008
Attorney, Galgano & Sullivan
2004 - 2006
Law Clerk, NYS Attorney General's Office
Associations
2018 - Present
Swedish American Chamber of Commerce - New YorkMember
2018 - Present
American-Scandinavian FoundationMember
2016 - Present
International Advisory ExpertsMember - Business Law
2013 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
New York County Lawyers' AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Netherlands America FoundationMember
2008 - Present
Netherlands Club of New YorkMember
2008 - Present
New York Legal Assistance GroupMember
2007 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Filipino Professionals CommunityMember
Sample of Legal Cases
544 Bloomrest v. Opes Group et al.
Arbitration Award of $336K plus $288K in sanctions
Rich Intl. Group Corp. v Soleil Capitale Corp. 2017 NY Slip Op 01150 (1st Dept. 2017)
Settled
Skycom SRL v FA & Partners, Inc. - 2016 NY Slip Op 31621 (U)( NY Sup. Ct. 2016)
resolved
Triadou SPV S.A. v CF 135 Flat LLC. 2016 NY Slip Op 30192(U).(NY Sup.Ct. 2016)
pending
Skycom SRL v. F.A. & Partners, Inc., 2015 NY Slip Op. 30007(U) (NY. Sup. Ct. 2015)
resolved
Roza 14W LLC v. ATB Holding Co., LLC, 2014 Slip Op 32162 (NY. Sup. Ct. 2014)
Disposed
Fiverr International Ltd. v. Gigz, Inc. 2014 WL 2195237 (United States District Court, D.Del) (2014)
Settled
Bank of America v. Douglas 110 A.D.3d 452 (1st Dept. 2013)
Settled
Rosenblum v. Glogoff, 96 A.D.3d 514 (1st Dept. 2012)
Disposed - Judgment Granted and Affirmed on Appeal
New York Law Journal, Cobblestone Advisory Group LLC. v. The Lembi Group Partners LLC 2011 WL 5881187 (S.D.N.Y)
Disposed
New York Law Journal, November 19, 2010 • Double J. Partners, LLC v. Forte, 2010 Slip Op 33265 (NY. Sup. Ct. 2010)
Disposed - Judgment Granted
Triadou SPV S.A. v. CF 135 Flat LLC et al. 2016 NY Slip Op 30192 (U) (NY. Sup. Ct. 2016).
Pending - Post Judgment
Rich Intl. Group Corp. v Soleil Capitale Corp. 2017 NY Slip Op 01150 (1st Dept. 2017)
Settled
Education
2006
Albany Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Geneseo State University
BA
N/A
Universität Salzburg
N/A
Oxford University
Speaking Engagements
2016
Building Stronger Communities Through Affordable Housing - Moderator
Affordable Housing
Publications
2015
The National Urban League Wire
The Continued Drive Towards a Deeper Recovery
Languages
English
Spanish
Swedish