David W. Starfield, Business Attorney in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania
focused on Business and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Senior CounselatStarfield & Smith, P.C.
Plymouth Meeting, PA
Trusted business attorney serving Plymouth Meeting.
- 5.0 ★
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David W. Starfield is a senior counsel based in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The practice focuses on Business and General. Currently practicing at Starfield & Smith, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Handles Business and General matters from Plymouth Meeting, PA.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About David W. Starfield: David W. Starfield is a senior counsel based in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The practice focuses on Business and General. Currently practicing at Starfield & Smith, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David W. Starfield
David concentrates on business and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania
David takes business matters in Plymouth Meeting, 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.
General cases in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania
David takes general matters in Plymouth Meeting, 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
About David W. Starfield — Attorney of Pennsylvania business experience
David W. Starfield is a senior counsel based in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The practice focuses on Business and General. Currently practicing at Starfield & Smith, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
David is the co-founder and Managing Partner of Starfield & Smith, P.C. David has been actively involved in all facets of SBA lending for over 30 years. David represents and assists hundreds of lenders that participate in SBA’s lending programs, and serves as general counsel to the National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders (“NAGGL”). David’s skill as an attorney is of the highest caliber. He has been honored as a Life Fellow of the ABA’s American Bar Foundation for his contributions to the legal profession, and his peers have repeatedly voted him a “Super Lawyer” in Philadelphia Magazine.
David devotes countless hours to NAGGL as a developer and instructor for several of NAGGL’s most popular courses; as an advisor to NAGGL’s Technical Issues Committee; as a regular contributor of articles and insights to NAGGL’s monthly newsletter; as a member of the Region III Liaison Committee; and as a frequent lecturer and moderator of breakout sessions at NAGGL conferences on the latest SBA lending and regulatory issues. Additionally, David serves as a member of NAGGL’s Board of Directors, and has been honored for his contributions to the industry by receiving NAGGL’s Distinguished Service Award, NAGGL’s Instructor of the Year award, and SBA’s Financial Services Champion of the Year award for Eastern Pennsylvania.
David has worked directly with the SBA on seminars, rules and articles. He also frequently travels to Washington, DC in his capacity as NAGGL counsel and as a Board Member to assist the Agency and Congress in developing policies and proposals to advance the interests of SBA lenders and improve the delivery of financial assistance to small businesses.
HONORS/AWARDS:
2017, 2016, 2015, 2014 Super Lawyers - Pennsylvania (Banking)
2016 “Life Fellow” of the ABA’s American Bar Foundation
2012 “Distinguished Service Award” – National Association of GovernmentGuaranteed Lenders
2009 “Financial Services Champion of the Year” – SBA Eastern Pennsylvania
2004 “Instructor of the Year” – National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders
AV® Preeminent™ Rated by Martindale- Hubbell
MEMBERSHIPS:
National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders
Board of Directors
Technical Issues Committee (advisor)
Region III Liaison Committee
American Bar Association
Pennsylvania Bar Association
EDUCATION:
University of Southern California School of Law – J.D.
Alfred University – B.A.
David's approach to business cases
David is the co-founder and Managing Partner of Starfield & Smith, P.C. David has been actively involved in all facets of SBA lending for over 30 years. David represents and assists hundreds of lenders that participate in SBA’s lending programs, and serves as general counsel to the National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders (“NAGGL”). David’s skill as an attorney is of the highest…
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and general matters in Plymouth Meeting and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
David W. Starfield's legal education and bar admissions
University of Southern California
J.D. · 1978
Alfred University
B.A. · 1975
David studied at J.D. in University of Southern California and B.A. in Alfred University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in University of Southern California and B.A. in Alfred University. 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
Awards, publications, and recognition of David W. Starfield
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
MEMBERSHIPS: • National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders • Board of Directors (Executive Committee) • Technical Issues Committee • Region III Liaison Committee • American Bar Association • Pennsylvania Bar Association
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Locations
David W. Starfield's office in Plymouth Meeting
David's primary office is at 401 Plymouth Road, Suite 120, Plymouth Meeting, PA, 19462. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Starfield & Smith, P.C.
401 Plymouth Road, Suite 120
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
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Client reviews of David W. Starfield — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire David W. Starfield — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business 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 business attorney in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David W. Starfield
How much does it cost to hire David for a business 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 business attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple business 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 Plymouth Meeting?
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 business 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
Business attorneys serving Plymouth Meeting, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
David handles business matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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