Dara Burns, Child Custody Attorney in Feasterville, Pennsylvania
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Child Custody, Divorce, and General
Feasterville, PA
Practicing child custody in Feasterville since 2000.
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Dara Burns is an attorney based in Feasterville, PA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Divorce, and General. Dara has over 26 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Feasterville, PA
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Child Custody · Divorce · General
- Handles Child Custody, Divorce, and General matters from Feasterville, PA.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Dara Burns: Dara Burns is an attorney based in Feasterville, PA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Divorce, and General. Dara has over 26 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Dara Burns
Dara concentrates on child custody, divorce, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Child Custody
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Child Custody cases in Feasterville, Pennsylvania
Dara takes child custody matters in Feasterville, 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 Dara agrees to represent you.
Divorce cases in Feasterville, Pennsylvania
Dara takes divorce matters in Feasterville, 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 Dara agrees to represent you.
General cases in Feasterville, Pennsylvania
Dara takes general matters in Feasterville, 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 Dara agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Feasterville, Pennsylvania
Dara takes litigation matters in Feasterville, 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 Dara agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Dara Burns — Over 26 years of Pennsylvania child custody experience
Dara Burns is an attorney based in Feasterville, PA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Divorce, and General. Dara has over 26 years of legal experience.
Dara Burns is a lawyer practicing child custody, divorce & separation, antitrust and 1 other area of law. Dara received a B.A. degree from Bloomsburg University in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years. Dara practices in Feasterville, PA.
How Dara handles child custody matters
Dara Burns is a lawyer practicing child custody, divorce & separation, antitrust and 1 other area of law. Dara received a B.A. degree from Bloomsburg University in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years. Dara practices in Feasterville, PA.
The kind of cases Dara takes
Dara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for child custody, divorce, and general matters in Feasterville and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Dara Burns's legal education and bar admissions
North Carolina Central University
J.D. · 2000
Bloomsburg University
B.A. · 1995
Jurisdictions
Dara's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
2008 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
2001 · ACTIVE
North Carolina
2000 · ACTIVE
Dara studied at J.D. in North Carolina Central University and B.A. in Bloomsburg University.
Law school and academic background
Dara completed J.D. in North Carolina Central University and B.A. in Bloomsburg University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dara runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Dara Burns's office in Feasterville
Dara's primary office is at 922 Bustleton Pike, Feasterville, PA, 19053. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Dara Burns — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new child custody attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dara usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dara charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dara'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; Dara will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a child custody attorney in Feasterville, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many child custody 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 Dara
Dara discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in child custody practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every child custody 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. Dara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dara's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many child custody practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dara Burns
How much does it cost to hire Dara for a child custody case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dara walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dara offer a free consultation?
Dara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dara's office. Some child custody attorneys offer free consults — check Dara's current terms during booking.
How long do child custody cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple child custody 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. Dara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dara take my case if I'm outside Feasterville?
Dara 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 — Dara 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 Dara?
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. Dara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dara accepting new child custody clients right now?
Dara'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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