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Daniel L. McKenty, Insurance Attorney in Wilmington, Delaware

Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 4.5/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews

MemberatHeckler & Frabizzio

Wilmington, DE

Practicing insurance in Wilmington since 1988.

38+
Years practicing
4.5 ★
4 client reviews
3
Bar admissions

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Daniel L. McKenty is a member based in Wilmington, DE. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Daniel has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Heckler & Frabizzio. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.

Based in
Wilmington, DE
Experience
over 38 years
Known for
Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
  • Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Wilmington, DE.
  • Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Daniel L. McKenty: Daniel L. McKenty is a member based in Wilmington, DE. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Daniel has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Heckler & Frabizzio. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Daniel takes on

Daniel concentrates on insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Wilmington, Delaware

Daniel takes insurance matters in Wilmington, Delaware. 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 Wilmington, Delaware

Daniel takes litigation matters in Wilmington, Delaware. 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.

Personal Injury cases in Wilmington, Delaware

Daniel takes personal injury matters in Wilmington, Delaware. 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 L. McKenty — insurance lawyer in Wilmington

Daniel L. McKenty is a member based in Wilmington, DE. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Daniel has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Heckler & Frabizzio. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.

Daniel L. McKenty is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, litigation, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from College of Wooster in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years. Daniel practices at Heckler & Frabizzio in Wilmington, DE.

Daniel's approach to insurance cases

Daniel L. McKenty is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, litigation, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from College of Wooster in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years. Daniel practices at Heckler & Frabizzio in Wilmington, DE.

The kind of cases Daniel takes

Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Wilmington and the surrounding Delaware area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Widener University School of Law

    J.D. · 1987

  • College of Wooster

    B.A. · 1982

Jurisdictions

Daniel's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania

    1989 · ACTIVE

  • Delaware

    1988 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1988 · ACTIVE

Daniel studied at J.D. in Widener University School of Law and B.A. in College of Wooster.

Law school and academic background

Daniel completed J.D. in Widener University School of Law and B.A. in College of Wooster. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Delaware 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 L. McKenty's office in Wilmington

Daniel's primary office is at The Corporate Plaza, 800 Delaware Avenue, Suite 200, Wilmington, DE, 19899-0128. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Heckler & Frabizzio

The Corporate Plaza, 800 Delaware Avenue, Suite 200

Wilmington, DE 19899-0128

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Daniel L. McKenty — 4.5/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews

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 insurance attorneys in Wilmington.

4.5

4 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire Daniel L. McKenty — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new insurance 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 insurance attorney in Wilmington, Delaware

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 insurance practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance 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 insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Daniel L. McKenty

  • How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a insurance 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 insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.

  • How long do insurance cases in Delaware typically take?

    Simple insurance 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 Wilmington?

    Daniel is licensed in Delaware. Matters governed by Delaware 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 insurance 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

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