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David N. Hofstein, Family Law Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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David N. Hofstein is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Hofstein Meyer Rocco Finger & Weiner PC.

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Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA
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attorney
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Family Law
  • Handles Family Law matters from Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Philadelphia) (2013).

About David N. Hofstein: David N. Hofstein is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Hofstein Meyer Rocco Finger & Weiner PC.

Areas of practice

David's practice areas in Philadelphia

David concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Family Law cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

David takes family law matters in Philadelphia, 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 David agrees to represent you.

Biography

David N. Hofstein, family law attorney serving Philadelphia

David N. Hofstein is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Hofstein Meyer Rocco Finger & Weiner PC. David works from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and takes on family law matters across the region.

David N. Hofstein is the Founding Shareholder and President of Hofstein Weiner & Meyer, P.C. David is a pioneer in modern family law, having begun his practice in domestic relations contemporaneously with the adoption of the Pennsylvania Divorce Code in 1980. His practice today focuses on complex divorce and custody matters, representing, in a discrete manner, many high net worth individuals and prominent members of the community, including professionals, corporate executives and entrepreneurs and their significant others.

David was President of the national Foundation of the 1600 member American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers from 2017 through 2019. For more than thirty-five years, in addition to representing clients, David has been a frequent lecturer and prolific author on family law and ethics. He was an adjunct lecturer in law at the Temple University James E. Beasley School of Law for more than fifteen years, teaching courses on custody, equitable distribution and professional responsibility.

David served as co-editor of the textbook Custody Law and Practice in Pennsylvania published by the Pennsylvania Bar Institute and was a co-author of West’s Pennsylvania Forms volume on Domestic Relations, both preeminent family law text books utilized by practitioners throughout the Commonwealth. David has held leadership positions in national, state and local family law related organizations and has authored numerous family law articles in such publications as the Philadelphia Legal Intelligencer, The Journal of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, the ABA Family Law Section’s Advocate, Fair Share Magazine, Pennsylvania Law Weekly and the Pennsylvania Family Lawyer.

David is active as a member of the Executive Committee of Parents Project Muscular Dystrophy, which focuses on advocacy and treatment of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

Working with David on a family law matter

David N. Hofstein is the Founding Shareholder and President of Hofstein Weiner & Meyer, P.C. David is a pioneer in modern family law, having begun his practice in domestic relations contemporaneously with the adoption of the Pennsylvania Divorce Code in 1980. His practice today focuses on complex divorce and custody matters, representing, in a discrete manner, many high net worth individuals and…

Who David represents

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Credentials — where David studied and practices

  • New York University

    J.D. · 1976

  • Haverford College

    BA · 1973

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania, 19103

    ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in New York University and BA in Haverford College.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in New York University and BA in Haverford College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

David's legal honors and published work

David has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Philadelphia)

    2013

  • Best Lawyers in America — Family Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — National Fellow of the Year, 2013, American Acadmey of Matirmonial Lawyers

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Philadelphia) (2013). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — National Fellow of the Year, 2013, American Acadmey of Matirmonial Lawyers (2026).

Locations

David N. Hofstein's office in Philadelphia

David's primary office is at 1760 Market Street, Suite 1100, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Hofstein Meyer Rocco Finger & Weiner PC

1760 Market Street, Suite 1100

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103

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Hiring guide

How to hire David N. Hofstein — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new family law 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 family law attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every family law 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 family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David N. Hofstein

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

  • How long do family law cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

    Simple family law 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 Philadelphia?

    David 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 — 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 family law clients right now?

    David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Family Law attorneys serving Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania

David handles family law matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified family law attorneys in that community.

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