
Daniel Clearfield, Energy Attorney in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Energy, General, and Litigation · 4.3/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Member, Co-Chair of the Utilities and Telecommunications Group, Energy Practice Group Executive CommatEckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC
Harrisburg, PA
Practicing energy in Harrisburg since 1977.
- 49+
- Years practicing
- 4.3 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Daniel Clearfield is a member, co-chair of the utilities and telecommunications group, energy practice group executive comm based in Harrisburg, PA. The practice focuses on Energy, General, and Litigation. Daniel has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Harrisburg, PA
- Experience
- over 49 years
- Known for
- Energy · General · Litigation
- Handles Energy, General, and Litigation matters from Harrisburg, PA.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Daniel Clearfield: Daniel Clearfield is a member, co-chair of the utilities and telecommunications group, energy practice group executive comm based in Harrisburg, PA. The practice focuses on Energy, General, and Litigation. Daniel has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Daniel takes on
Daniel concentrates on energy, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Energy
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Energy cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Daniel takes energy matters in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
General cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Daniel takes general matters in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Daniel takes litigation matters in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Daniel Clearfield — energy lawyer in Harrisburg
Daniel Clearfield is a member, co-chair of the utilities and telecommunications group, energy practice group executive comm based in Harrisburg, PA. The practice focuses on Energy, General, and Litigation. Daniel has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Daniel Clearfield is a lawyer practicing gaming, litigation, energy and 4 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Temple University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years. Daniel practices at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC in Harrisburg, PA.
Working with Daniel on a energy matter
Mr. Daniel Clearfield is a lawyer practicing gaming, litigation, energy and 4 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Temple University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years. Daniel practices at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC in Harrisburg, PA.
Who Daniel represents
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for energy, general, and litigation matters in Harrisburg and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Temple University School of Law
J.D. · 1977
Temple University
B.A. · 1974
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
1977 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in Temple University School of Law and B.A. in Temple University.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in Temple University School of Law and B.A. in Temple University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Daniel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Daniel Clearfield's office in Harrisburg
Daniel's primary office is at 213 Market Street, Eighth Floor, Harrisburg, PA, 17101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC
213 Market Street, Eighth Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17101
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Client reviews of Daniel Clearfield — 4.3/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Daniel. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing energy attorneys in Harrisburg.
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How to hire Daniel Clearfield — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new energy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a energy attorney in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many energy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Daniel
Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in energy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every energy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many energy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel Clearfield
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a energy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some energy attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do energy cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple energy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Harrisburg?
Daniel is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new energy clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Energy attorneys serving Harrisburg, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
Daniel handles energy matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified energy attorneys in that community.
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