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David John Berardinelli
also known as David J. Berardinelli
About David
Biography
David has tried numerous cases in both state and federal courts and has argued in the U.S. Courts of Appeals on multiple occasions. From 2000 to July 2005, David left private practice to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Office of the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York. There he handled a variety of criminal prosecutions and investigations and worked closely with representatives of financial institutions, including internal auditors, compliance officers and counsel, as well as corporate representatives. For several years, David specialized in investigating complex international money laundering and narcotics importation cases.
Currently, David's White Collar and Investigations practice helps companies and individuals confronted with the weight and specter of government investigations and prosecutions. David provides sound advice and guidance based on a wealth of experience and knowledge, assisting clients through the trials and tribulations of the criminal process. David represents clients in all aspects of white collar crime and regulation, including: criminal tax violations, FCPA violations, money laundering, DBE fraud, Health Care fraud, Stark Act and Anti-Kickback violations, government contracting fraud, False Claims Act allegations, export violations, FDA violations, securities fraud, public corruption, environmental crimes and banking offenses.
Besides his white collar criminal defense and investigations work, David has litigated -- and tried -- a broad variety of civil matters, including trade secrets, restrictive covenants, business fraud, breach of contract, defense of employment discrimination matters, and personal injury defense.
A native of Altoona, Pennsylvania, David has served as a faculty member for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute to instruct other lawyers on topics related to white collar crime.
We defend companies and executives in labor and employment matters.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Contracts and Agreements
14%
Corporate and Incorporation
14%
Defective and Dangerous Products
14%
Employment and Labor
14%
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 17 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 18 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in West Virginia for 18 years
State: West Virginia
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 29 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of David John Berardinelli
436 7th Ave Ste 3000, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219-1831
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David John Berardinelli's Lawyer Endorsements
"David Berardinelli is an exceptional attorney. A former Assistant US Attorney and experienced litigator, David has been successful before Judges and Juries alike. He is a graduate of Harvard Law School and is both intelligent and tough in court. He has tried many cases successfully."
"David is a dedicated, hard working, intelligent attorney. He is a zealous advocate that very much cares about his client's best interest."
Marie DeForest
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Walter Deforest
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers - White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers - Commercial Litigation, Best Lawyers
2016
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Best Lawyers - White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers
2015
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Best Lawyers - Commercial Litigation, Best Lawyers
2014
Best Lawyers - White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers
2014
Best Lawyers - Commercial Litigation, Best Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Best Lawyers - White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyers - Commercial Litigation, Best Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2012
Best Lawyers - White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers
2011
Best Lawyers - White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers
2005
John Marshall Award, Attorney General of the United States
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Associate, then Partner, DeForest Koscelnik Yokitis & Berardinelli
1900 - Present
Partner, DeForest Koscelnik & Berardinelli
2000 - 2005
Assistant United States Attorney, Office of the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York
Associations
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Member
Allegheny County Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Case 1
Defense verdict
Case 2
No criminal charges brought
Case 3
All charges dismissed
Education
1996
Harvard University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Bucknell University
BA
Speaking Engagements
2004
Annual Money Laundering Conference
Money Laundering
Languages
English