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Before opening my private practice in 1987, I was a former Deputy Attorney General in Pennsylvania and Prosecutor in Atlantic County, New Jersey. My passion for justice and my commitment to clients have made me a well-respected criminal defense advocate, well known for upholding the best interests of the people I represent.
No matter the charges, I fight to protect your freedom
I understand that finding yourself in legal trouble is frightening, and you put an enormous amount of faith in the attorney you hire to represent you. In return, you deserve to be treated as more than just another case. It’s important to me to treat each client with respect, dignity and compassion – from the high-profile cases featured on the front page of the newspaper to everyday cases of DUI, domestic violence or other charges. I work closely with you, keeping the channels of communication open so that you correctly understand your circumstances, the legal process and what to expect. I pride myself on my knowledge of statutes and precedents and work hard to achieve the best possible outcome for every client I represent.
Depend on a reliable criminal defense attorney in Philadelphia
If you have been accused of a crime, your very first call should be to the Law Office of David J. Glassman. No matter how serious the crime with which you are charged, we possess the skill and experience necessary to aggressively defend you and protect your future. Because of our experience and reputation for excellence we have been called upon to represent individuals facing criminal charges in a number of jurisdictions including: New York, Maryland, Delaware, Washington DC, Virginia, Florida, Massachusetts, and Hawaii.
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Acquired: 1980
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Acquired: 1980
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Posted by Eric | December 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
What An Awesome Experience
I didn't know where to turn because it was my first time being in trouble like this. I found Attorney Glassman through a Google search and I must say that my selection was a great one. From the very start when I contacted his offices; he called me back himself and made it more personable. He assured ...
Posted by Dan | July 21, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Need a first-rate, dedicated, and tenacious lawyer? Hire David Glassman!
If it was not for David Glassman, I would not be where I am today. David not only represented my case with committed drive and success, but made me recognize my ability to take on endeavors I never thought possible. By giving me a second chance, and fighting for my innocence, I was able to accomplish...
Posted by Joe | July 08, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
The BEST Lawyer
I am a past client of Attorney Glassman's and would highly recommend him to anyone who is need of an attorney. Not only is Attorney Glassman a very smart and hard working lawyer but he is also very caring and concerned about his clients. He is always available to talk and constantly kept me updated w...
Posted by Jerry | July 08, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Service and legal strategies that exceed all others...
I knew David Glassman and his wife through a business that I had in which they were customers. I knew David was a criminal lawyer and not having such needs, never consulted him for legal advise. One Saturday, he and his wife came into my establishment and while speaking, said I “seemed troubled” by...
Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Unethical and self-serving
I retained this attorney to review my case. He talked about how great he is as he continued feed his own ego with self-praise. I provided a list of questions to be answered. When I asked for a response, not only did he not answer them, he was combative, rude and hostile. Instead of being honest and f...
This client's review presents an opportunity to address what you should expect when contacting me. I often get calls from individuals who are already being represented and question the advise from their present lawyer, or who have received a bad result and want to see whether something can be done to correct it. Most of these individuals are seeking a truthful response; however, there are a few who, despite their representations to the contrary, only want to hear what they want you to say. When this happens a lawyer has two options: (1) Take the easy way out, tell your client what they want to hear and make he or she feel good; or, (2) Give the client an honest assessment of their options and advise them of their best course of action to achieve their goals. Sometimes, this means telling your client what they don't want to hear and risking the fact that they will get angry, make unfounded accusations, and write a negative review about your services. The choice for me is not difficult. I have seen the results of other criminal lawyers who take the path of least resistance and tell the respective clients whatever is necessary to either generate a fee or avoid having to explain what the truth of their situation really is. In one case, a defense lawyer's refusal to confront his client with the reality of her situation cost her an additional 15 years in prison. During my review of that matter, when asked why their daughter took action that was entirely without any merit, the response was always the same: "We trusted what the lawyer told us to do." Finally, the author of this review is angry because rather than seek to undermine her present lawyer's advice, I concurred with his assessment of the case. In short, with few exceptions, when clients profess their innocence but refuse the opportunity to take their case to trial, they become disgruntled when their lawyer cannot provide them with a 3rd Option, when the fact is, there is none. That is why this client has agreed (along with her present lawyer) to follow the advice she was given by me. Making sure a client does what's in their best interests, while not always popular, is more important to me as a Criminal Defense Lawyer, than guaranteeing a good review. Thank you for your consideration of my response. David Jay Glassman, Esquire
"I’ve had the pleasure of working with David over the past few years on a variety of criminal defense and immigration cases. David is extremely smart, and his dedication toward his clients is second to none. I have personally seen David’s ingenuity and hard work result in outcomes that other attorneys simply could not achieve. I recommend David to anyone looking to hire a top-notch criminal defense lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer.I have worked with David as Assistant Prosecutors and Defense Attorneys and always marveled at his courtroom talents. Very aggressive, yet subtle in his masterminding the case"
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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2016
Top 25 Trial Lawyers, Criminal Trial Lawyers Association
2016
Top 10, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 25 Trial Lawyers, Criminal Trial Lawyers Association
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 25 Trial Lawyers, Criminal Trial Lawyers Association
1987 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of David Jay Glassman
1982 - 1985
Prosecuting Attorney, Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office
1980 - 1982
Assistant Attorney General, Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania, Office Of Attorney General
2014 - Present
The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial LawyersMember
Member
Bergen County Grand Jury declined to indict; charges DISMISSED!
Pending
1980
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
English
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