David Gildea

David Gildea is the Founder and Managing Partner of Smith, Gildea & Schmidt, LLC, a regional law firm based in Towson, Maryland.12 He has held this position since founding the firm in February 2001.1

Professional Experience

Prior to establishing Smith, Gildea & Schmidt, LLC, David Gildea worked as an attorney at Whiteford, Taylor & Preston for nearly 6 years, from May 1995 to February 2001.1 He began his legal career as a Law Clerk for The Honorable James T. Smith, Jr. from September 1993 to August 1994.1

Areas of Practice

Gildea specializes in real estate development, land use, zoning, and real estate transactions.2 His expertise in these areas has contributed to the firm's reputation in complex civil litigation, land use, estates and trusts, and business law.3

Education

David Gildea received his education from:

1. Washington and Lee University (1986-1990)1
2. An unspecified institution (1990-1993), likely for his law degree1

Additional Roles

Outside of his primary legal practice, Gildea has also been involved in community service. He served as the President of the Board for the Flag House & Star Spangled Banner Museum from 2008 to June 2014.1

Firm Overview

Smith, Gildea & Schmidt, LLC, under Gildea's leadership, has grown to include 12 lawyers specializing in various practice areas.3 The firm's annual revenue is estimated to be between $5 million and $25 million.4