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David Heim

A partner of Bochetto & Lentz, David is known by peers and clients for his extensive knowledge of the law and his excellent verbal and writing skills, particularly in his areas of expertise, where he has authored published content and regularly lectures other lawyers on the intricacies of the law.

David’s practice is focused on complex civil litigation, specializing in defamation, commercial disparagement, wrongful use of civil proceedings (Dragonetti), partnership and shareholder disputes, employment disputes, and catastrophic injury cases.

Taking pride in his love for the law, David’s focused client approach places his clients’ cases and their needs and objectives above all else. When David is engaged, his clients come to understand that he never stops thinking about how to advance their position in the case — whether with a new legal theory, uncovering hard to find evidence that will make the difference, or looking for ways to quickly obtain client objectives sooner rather than later.

David has been a frequent lecturer and author of publications for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute and has co-authored a treatise concerning wrongful use of civil procedure. He has written and argued winning appeals to the Supreme Court and Federal Appeals Court on cutting edge legal issues on numerous occasions. David has been certified as a member of the Million Dollar Advocate’s Forum, whose membership is limited to attorneys with million and multi-million dollar verdicts, awards and settlements. David has also been recognized as a Top Young Attorney in Pennsylvania by Philadelphia Magazine in 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014, before being selected as a Super Lawyer by Philadelphia Magazine for 2015-2016 and 2019.

Recently, David worked with the legal team defending Former President Donald Trump in the U.S. Senate Impeachment proceedings as a First Amendment consultant, where he assisted in drafting the legal brief and preparing the presentation to the U.S. Senate. Here is an interview David gave on his experience:

News

Bochetto & Lentz is pleased to announce the firm’s attorneys who have been selected to the 2024 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars® lists.

Attorneys Gavin Lentz and David Heim were named to the 2024 Super Lawyers List. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of…

Bryan Lentz, David Heim and Peter Bryant involved in Pa. Supreme Court Set to Weigh Updating Venue Guidance in Internet Defamation Case

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court is slated to consider how venue rules it established 53 years ago apply to today’s technology in a hearing over where an internet defamation suit can be tried. On Sept. 22,…

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Testimonials

5.0 Stars!

I was fortunate to know and trust David before he answered my call for help. I was hit by someone running a stop sign and badly injured. Not ever being in this situation, my mind went immediately to the Hospital bills. When I woke from surgery number one I called David right away. I knew I was in excellent hands. He and his efficient secretary Janine never let me down at any point in the during the horrendous 15 months that followed. When I got down they talked me through all. David knows his stuff! I followed his advise and honestly, the case ended exactly as he said from day one. I highly recommend him to anyone needing legal assistance!

Results Matter

David has superior listening skills, is very interested in, and understanding of your issue, and takes swift and strong measures to ensure a result. And a result we did receive! Excellent experience.

Charter School Client Thanks B&L And David Heim, Esq. For Successfully Righting Wrongs

While voting on a five-year renewed charter granted by the Philadelphia School Reform Commission after years of litigation, B&L client Community Academy included the following in their Board of Trustee Minutes:

Mr. Proietta stated that the negotiations took four months and several back and forths over details of almost every paragraph and specifics of language. He wished to thank the law firm of Bochetto and Lentz PC and particularly David Heim, Esq., who represented CAP before Court of Common Pleas, Commonwealth Court, and the Charter Appeal Board to successfully right the wrong that was done to CAP by the former members of the SRC.

I Would Highly Recommend David Heim

Nearly two years ago I was introduced to David Heim Attorney at law by a mutual friend. My case was one that involved a family dispute in the estate of our Mother and brother’s estate. After meeting with Dave, he was able to guide me through first step in a settlement which was one of many. His goal was to get the job done with thinking of me as the priority. He helped me make decisions that would lead to a favorable outcome. There were times I wished things would have moved quicker but I now know there was a reason for the thorough examination of my case. I am very satisfied with the outcome of the settlement and would highly recommend David Heim and or his firm.

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