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David N. Pessin, Entertainment Attorney in Towson, Maryland

focused on Entertainment and Trusts

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David N. Pessin is an attorney based in Towson, MARYLAND. The practice focuses on Entertainment and Trusts. Currently practicing at Pessin Katz Law PA.

Based in
Towson, MARYLAND
Experience
attorney
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Entertainment · Trusts
  • Handles Entertainment and Trusts matters from Towson, MARYLAND.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Sports Law (Baltimore) (2015).

About David N. Pessin: David N. Pessin is an attorney based in Towson, MARYLAND. The practice focuses on Entertainment and Trusts. Currently practicing at Pessin Katz Law PA.

Areas of practice

Legal matters David takes on

David concentrates on entertainment and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Entertainment cases in Towson, Maryland

David takes entertainment matters in Towson, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Towson, Maryland

David takes trusts matters in Towson, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet David N. Pessin — entertainment lawyer in Towson

David N. Pessin is an attorney based in Towson, MARYLAND. The practice focuses on Entertainment and Trusts. Currently practicing at Pessin Katz Law PA.

David N. Pessin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Sports Law and Trusts and Estates.

David N., who practices law in Towson, Maryland, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David N. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

How David handles entertainment matters

David N. Pessin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Sports Law and Trusts and Estates. David N., who practices law in Towson, Maryland, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David N. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Who David represents

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment and trusts matters in Towson and the surrounding Maryland area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Baltimore

    J.D. · 1982

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

  • Maryland, Maryland S

    ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in University of Baltimore.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in University of Baltimore. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

David has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Sports Law (Baltimore)

    2015

  • Lawyer of the Year — Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television (Baltimore)

    2012

  • Best Lawyers in America — Sports Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Music

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Sports Law (Baltimore) (2015). Lawyer of the Year — Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television (Baltimore) (2012). Best Lawyers in America — Sports Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law (2026).

Locations

David N. Pessin's office in Towson

David's primary office is at 901 Dulaney Valley Road, Suite 500, Towson, Maryland, 21204. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Pessin Katz Law PA

901 Dulaney Valley Road, Suite 500

Towson, Maryland 21204

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Hiring guide

How to hire David N. Pessin — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Towson, Maryland

A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every entertainment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David N. Pessin

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a entertainment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

    David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

  • How long do entertainment cases in Maryland typically take?

    Simple entertainment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can David take my case if I'm outside Towson?

    David is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with David?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is David accepting new entertainment clients right now?

    David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Entertainment attorneys serving Towson, Baltimore and Annapolis in Maryland

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