David H. Pentkowski — Attorney in Clifton Park, New York
Over 47 years of legal practice · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatPentkowski, Pastore & Freestone
Clifton Park, NY
Practicing law in Clifton Park since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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David H. Pentkowski is a member based in Clifton Park, NY. David has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pentkowski, Pastore & Freestone. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
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About David H. Pentkowski: David H. Pentkowski is a member based in Clifton Park, NY. David has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pentkowski, Pastore & Freestone. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Biography
David H. Pentkowski, legal attorney serving Clifton Park
David H. Pentkowski is a member based in Clifton Park, NY. David has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pentkowski, Pastore & Freestone. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. David works from Clifton Park, New York and takes on legal matters across the region.
David H. Pentkowski is a lawyer. David received a A.B. degree from Middlebury College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years. David practices at Pentkowski, Pastore & Freestone in Clifton Park, NY.
Who David represents
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in Clifton Park and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Credentials — where David studied and practices
Albany Law School of Union University
J.D. · 1978
Middlebury College
A.B. · 1975
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1979 · ACTIVE
New York
1979 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Albany Law School of Union University and A.B. in Middlebury College.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Albany Law School of Union University and A.B. in Middlebury College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
David's legal honors and published work
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Saratoga County and New York State (Member, Trial Lawyers Committee on Continuing Legal Education, 1981—) Bar Associations
membership
Locations
David H. Pentkowski's office in Clifton Park
David's primary office is at 646 Plank Rd., Clifton Park, NY, 12065. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of David H. Pentkowski — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing legal attorneys in Clifton Park.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire David H. Pentkowski — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in Clifton Park, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David H. Pentkowski
How much does it cost to hire David for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in New York typically take?
Simple legal 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Clifton Park?
David is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new legal clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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