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David Michael Cost

David Michael Cost

5.0
3 reviews

80 State Street, Albany, NY 12207-2830

Appeals, Defective and Dangerous Products, Personal Injury and 5 more

About David Michael Cost

David Michael Cost is a lawyer practicing appeals, defective and dangerous products, personal injury and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years. David practices at Barclay Damon, LLP in Albany, NY.

David Michael Cost (Albany, New York)

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David Michael Cost got this award in 2021

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Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
August 17, 2011
Hired Attorney

David Cost is a very professional, personable and knowledgeable attorney. He works in a thorough yet timely fashion and was helpful in any questions I had.

Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
August 16, 2011
Hired Attorney

I was involved in an automobile accident that involved one vehicle and a pedestrian. I was concerned about the actions that could be taken against me in that situation. Mr. Cost went over the incident with me, and advised me of the steps I should take to keep compliance with my own insurance company. He was very knowledgeable of the process and what could potentially take place if the other party involved sought legal action. He was very confident and followed up with me months later.

 
Litigation
Posted by anonymous
August 16, 2011
Hired Attorney

David Cost handled my case with the utmost professionalism. He went above and beyond what was expected, and took the time to keep me informed every step of the way. David is an excellent attorney whom I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone in need of legal counsel.

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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury
  • Civil Rights
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Other 5
    • Appeals
    • Defective and Dangerous Products
    • Healthcare Controversies
    • Mass & Toxic Torts
    • Torts & Products

Practice Details

  • Firm Information
    Position
    Partner
    Firm Name
    Barclay Damon, LLP

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2007, New York
    2006, U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
    Memberships
    Albany County, New York State and American Bar Associations.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University at Buffalo Law School, State University of New York at Buffalo
    Class of 2006
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Hamilton College
    Class of 2003
    B.A.
    Philosophy

    Hamilton College
    Class of 2003
    B.A.
    with honors
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1981
    1981

David Michael Cost

Partner at Barclay Damon, LLP
5.0
3 reviews

80 State StreetAlbany, NY 12207-2830U.S.A.

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