David Berardinelli is a seasoned attorney at DeForest Koscelnik & Berardinelli, with a dynamic practice spanning offices in Pittsburgh, New York, and Short Hills. He concentrates on white collar criminal defense, commercial and business litigation, shareholders’ rights, employment disputes, Section 1983 civil rights claims, and product liability cases. Mr. Berardinelli also advises individuals and corporations facing government and regulatory investigations.
With a deep bench of trial experience, Mr. Berardinelli represents clients in state and federal courts as well as in private arbitration. He previously served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted high-profile cases involving fraud, narcotics, and money laundering. This government service sharpened his ability to handle complex legal matters with precision and strategic foresight.
A graduate of Bucknell University and Harvard Law School, Mr. Berardinelli is recognized for his integrity, strong advocacy, and results-driven approach. He has secured numerous favorable outcomes, including seven-figure settlements and key dismissals in high-stakes litigation. His distinguished record has earned him membership in the Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County and accolades such as Pittsburgh “Lawyer of the Year” for Criminal Defense: White Collar by Best Lawyers in 2019 and 2021.
