David Duncan

I am of counsel to Zalkind Duncan & Bernstein LLP, where previously I was a partner for over 30 years. My practice concentrates on Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, and College and University Disciplinary matters. I have decades of experience defending clients in both federal and state courts. Providing a clear presentation and in-depth knowledge of legal issues has resulted in positive outcomes for dozens of my clients. My practice includes nationwide representation for students and faculty facing all types of charges. I am committed to zealous advocacy to protect my clients' rights and interests in every case.

I received my B.A. from Columbia University. In 1982, I earned my J.D., magna cum laude, from University of Pennsylvania Law School and then was a law clerk in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. I am a member of the Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, National Association of Criminal Defense lawyers, and Boston Bar Association. I have been recognized by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers, and honored with an AV Preeminent Rating, the highest possible, from Martindale-Hubbell.

Criminal Law

Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

White Collar Crime

Education Law

DUI & DWI

Massachusetts

Massachusetts Board of Bar Overseers

Since 1986

1st Circuit

Since 1998

9th Circuit

Since 2013

U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts

Since 1986

U.S. Supreme Court

Since 1995

Partner

Zalkind Duncan & Bernstein LLP

1985 - Current

Associate Attorney

Hangley Connolly Epstein Chicco Foxman & Ewing

1983 - 1985

Judicial Law Clerk

United States Court of Appeals

1982 - 1983

University of Pennsylvania Law School

J.D. (1982)

Honors: magna cum laude

Columbia University

B.A. (1973)

Criminal Defense Super Lawyer

Boston Magazine

Best Lawyers in America

Best Lawyers in America

AV Preeminent Rating

Martindale Hubbell

MASSACHUSETTS ASSOCIATION OF CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYERS

Current

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Current

Boston Bar Association

Current

Massachusetts Criminal Practice, Contributing Author

Bar Advocacy Training Program, Committee for Public Counsel Services