David Paul Weber

David Paul Weber

also known as Dr. David P. Weber

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Probate Lawyer at Chincoteague Island, VA
Practice Areas: Probate, Employment & Labor, Lawsuits & Disputes

4073 Main Street, Second Floor, Chincoteague Island, VA

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Probate 34%

David handles probate, real estate, drafting wills, trust and estate litigation in all of Maryland, Northern and Eastern Shore Virginia, and DC. He has handled matters on behalf of creditors, loved ones, and on behalf of court-appointed guardians.

34%
Employment and Labor 33%

David defends and represents employees who have been treated unfairly by their employers in both state and federal court. He also represents employees who are under investigation or in responding to allegations of misconduct by employers.

33%
Lawsuits and Disputes 33%

David handles all matter of civil disputes in the DMV and on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Virginia. David has been involved in some of the most important lawsuits of our time, such as for a DC police officer who died as a result of January 6th.

33%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 8 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 12 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 25 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2000

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 27 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1999

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Goodwin Weber PLLC

4073 Main Street, Second Floor, Chincoteague Island, VA, 23336

Goodwin Weber PLLC

12417 Ocean Gateway #B11-113, Ocean City, MD, 21842

Goodwin Weber PLLC

9841 Washingtonian Blvd., Suite 200, Gaithersburg, MD, 20878

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David Paul Weber's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

38 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Contracts & Agreements

Posted by Joanne | February 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Expertise and communication make a winning combination

Our company worked with David Weber for the first time over the last 2 months to create a purchase contract and related non-compete agreements. David's knowledge of business contracts was immediately evident, and although our project became complicated, he was able to resolve all issues and produced ...the final results in a timely manner. Even more importantly, he stayed in touch throughout the process, and communicated regularly by email or phone. His outstanding credentials supported the expertise he provided for our company, and left us feeling confident in the quality of the final document.

Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Severance Matter

Upon termination notice given to me due to a downsizing of the business, my employer initially declined to honor the severance package that specified in the employment agreement I had with the company. David carefully reviewed the agreement and reason for termination, and wrote a letter that clearly ...and concisely interpreted the situation. The company immediately acceded to David's interpretation and rationale and honored the severance conditions as specified in the employment agreement. This was accomplished in a clear, non-confrontational way that preserved good relations between the company and me.

Posted by Mikel | October 20, 2015 | Contracts & Agreements

Consultation on a compensation

I found Mr Weber for an initial consultation on an incentive compensation/stock matter. To my delight, his response was detailed, prompt, and complete! I would absolutely recommend his services.

Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2015 | Contracts & Agreements

Executive Severance Matter

I found David on AVVO and as my matter potentially involved New York, DC and MD law, and seeing here on AVVO that he has offices in both New York and Maryland, is highly rated and happens to be a convenient distance identified him as a leading candidate to help. He clinched the deal by replying to m...y call within 3 business days. He has proven invaluable in helping me to navigate numerous concerns relating to separation from employment including severance compensation, applicable law, employment agreement, options and restricted share agreements, taxes and he negotiated several matters favorably with opposing counsel on my severance agreement. This gentleman is a pro and I never had a doubt that he was providing the best possible advice that he could!

Posted by anonymous | May 08, 2013 | Contracts & Agreements

Invaluable to Our Company

As our attorney, David is invaluable to our company. He helps ensure that we are compliant with relevant regulations and laws. He has revised our contracts to make sure our interests are better safeguarded and assists with fraud risk control. Yet ,he is more than just our legal counsel. He is also... a strategic advisor for many aspects of our business. helping us work out issues with difficult persons. He is responsive and shows that he is truly engaged with our issues. Our company is much closer to achieving our goals this year because of David’s diligent efforts.

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David Paul Weber's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jan Berlage

General practice lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David Weber and I serve on the Maryland Defense Force together. In that capacity, I have gotten to know David and to see that he is both an excellent attorney as well as a person. I fully endorse him."

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Julie Weber

Probate lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"David and I have worked on a number of matters together. He is a highly intelligent lawyer, who is able to quickly and accurately synthesize information and come up with an out-of-the-box solution to even difficult and unusual problems. David handles all of my probate litigation; I trust him with my most important client litigation matters."

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Justin Browne

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David issue spotted all the big and small ticket items, was great with the prospective client, and analyzed the strategic decisions to be appreciating the interrelated legal, procedural, and extrajudicial factors to consider."

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Jarrod Sharp

Government lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"With great enthusiasm, I offer my absolute and unreservedly highest recommendation for David Paul Weber. Although nothing I say in a space this brief will do him appropriate justice, please allow me to attempt to explain why I am recommending David. Simply stated, as an attorney, professor, and military officer, David excels at every challenge that he encounters. Importantly, David possesses an innate intelligence and drive that is unrivaled. David anticipates and fulfills the needs of his clients, provides brilliant analysis, and, importantly, is a great guy with whom it is a pleasure to work. I have observed David closely with his students, colleagues, and clients and he is professional and ethical beyond reproach. I have no doubt that David is a superb attorney ideally suited to provide counsel in a vast array of practice areas. I wholeheartedly endorse David without reservation."

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Dominic DePersis

Litigation lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David Paul Weber and I were law school classmates, studied for the Bar Examination together, and we have grown closer over the years. We worked together on a part of a US government grant. David’s skill set is a perfect fit to investigate and if necessary, to advocate in a federal claim. David has extensive experience successfully navigating the political nature of and nuances of federal law and agency regulations. David communicates effectively and is available to a distressed client. He has a good sense of humor and thinks outside of the box. David’s background is impressive with honors degrees at the undergraduate and graduate levels, the privilege to practice law in multiple jurisdictions, and a federal clerkship. Mr. Weber is intense and tough. David Weber has personally led some of the most high profile investigations and prosecutions in recent times and of our nation’s financial crisis. I endorse this lawyer."

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David Felsen

Consumer protection lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Weber for many years and I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Mahany

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Maryland Superlawyer - 2024, SuperLawyers

2024

The Timothy Pearson Best Disseration Paper Award, American Accounting Association

2023

Maryland Superlawyer - 2023, SuperLawyers

2022

Maryland Superlawyer - 2022, SuperLawyers

2021

Maryland Superlawyer - 2021, SuperLawyers

2020

Maryland Superlawyer - 2020, SuperLawyers

2016

Distinguished Teaching Award - Undergraduate Courses, University of Maryland, College Park

2016

Distinguished Teaching Award - Universitywide, University of Maryland University College

2015

Syracuse Law Honor Medal for Professional Integrity, Syracuse University College of Law

2015

Client Choice Award - 2015, Avvo

2007

Certified Fraud Examiner, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners

2006

Mission Achievement Award, Federal Financial Institution Examination Council

2003

Commendation Letter, United States Attorney for the Middle District of Florida

2001

Quest for Excellence - Excellence in Bank Supervision Award, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

1998

Certificate, Justinian Honor Society

1998

Water Buffalo Award in Evidence, Professor H.D. Lewin

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Professor of the Practice, Perdue School of Business at Salisbury University

2012 - Present

Principal, Goodwin Weber PLLC

2015 - 2019

Academic Director - Fraud Management Programs, University of Maryland, College Park

2014 - 2019

Lecturer, University of Maryland, College Park

2013 - 2016

Lieutenant Colonel, Judge Advocate Corps, Maryland State Guard (Maryland Defense Force)

2012 - 2013

Assistant Inspector General for Investigations, U. S. Securities & Exchange Commission

2010 - 2011

Supervisory Counsel and Chief of Enforcement Unit I, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

2010 - 2019

Commissioner, Landlord - Tenant Affairs, City of Gaithersburg

2009 - 2020

Adjunct Professor, University of Maryland Global Campus

2000 - 2010

Special Counsel for Enforcement, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

1998 - 2000

Judicial Law Clerk, United States District Court For The Northern District Of New York

Associations

2018 - Present

Eastern Shore Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Active Member

2013 - Present

Fraudbusters

Member

2013 - Present

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Alumni Association

Member

2013 - Present

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Alumni Association

Member

2013 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Active Member

2013 - Present

MSBA Special Committee on Veterans' Affairs and Military Law

Member

2008 - Present

U.S. Supreme Court Bar

Member

2007 - Present

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners

Member

2000 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1999 - Present

U.S. District Court Northern District of New York Bar

Member

1998 - Present

Order of the Coif

Member

1998 - Present

Justinian Honorary Law Society

Member

1995 - Present

Association of National Park Rangers

Active Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Matter of Jeffrey Smith et al

Pending

Commonwealth of Virginia v. Client

Not Guilty on All Charges

State of Maryland v. Client

All Felony Charges Dismissed

United States (District of Columbia) v. Client

All Charges Dismissed

Beneficiary v. Personal Representative of Maryland Estate

Orphan's Court for the City of Baltimore ordered the Estate to reimburse client for tens of thousands of dollars in taxes.

Domestic Violence Matter

Domestic Violence Order issued by the District Court of Maryland

John Doe v. a Federal Agency

Money damages, attorney fees, resignation of offending administration official

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Education

1998

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Syracuse University

BS - Bachelor of Science

N/A

Warrington College of Business, University of Florida

DBA - Doctor of Business Administration - 2023 Cohort

Speaking Engagements

2021

Perdue School of Business at Salisbury University Panama and Paradise Papers - a primer on money laundering

2021

Middle Tennessee ACFE Annual Fraud Conference The Bank Secrecy Act and Money Laundering in 2021

2017

28th Global Fraud Conference

A Primer on the Panama Papers

2016

Peoples Republic of China Executive Education Program

Overview of the U.S. Corporate Tax System

2015

Undergraduate Courses

Ethics and Professionalism in Accounting

2014

Undergraduate Courses

Ethics and Professionalism in Accounting

2013

Undergraduate Course

Fraud and Forensic Accounting

2012

Undergraduate Course

Fraud and Forensic Accounting

2012

Undergraduate 300-level class

Fraud Detection and Deterrence

2011

Undegraduate Course

Fraud and Forensic Accounting

2010

Graduate 600-level course

Criminal Justice

2010

Annual International Fraud Conference

Dodd-Frank, Financial Reform, and the Banking Crisis

2009

Graduate 600-level course

Criminal Justice

2009

Graduate 600-level class

Fraud Examination and Analysis

2008

Undergraduate Class

Financial Institution Law

2008

Graduate 600-level course

Internet Research, Investigations and Writing

2008

Foriegn Bank Supervision School

Foreign Bank Supervisory Training / Foreign Technical

2007

FFIEC Fraud School

Fundamentals of Fraud for State and Federal Bank Examiners and Investigators

2007

Enforcement & Compliance Division Training

Claims of Privilege in Federal Bank Enforcement

2007

Enforcement & Compliance Division Training

The Right to Financial Privacy Act

2005

Russian Federation Technical Assistance

Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Training / Foreign Technical Assistance

Publications

2016

Smith Brain Trust (University of Maryland, College Park) A Prime Ministers' Guide to Money Laundering

2013

Wall Street Journal Accord Reached Over SEC Firing

Languages

English

Activity

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