Atty. Daniel D. Stofko
Daniel D. Stofko is a partner in the firm’s Scranton office.
Automobile & Trucking & More Attorney · Serving Scranton, PA
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About Daniel D. Stofko at a Glance
Daniel D. Stofko is a Partner based in Scranton, Pennsylvania, practicing at Margolis Edelstein. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, construction, product liability, elder law, and health care. Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law J.D. (—) and University of Scranton B.S. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Affiliations: •Lackawanna Bar Association •The Pennsylvania Defense Institute, Vice President-Middle District North. Serves clients in Scranton, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel D. Stofko
- Daniel D. Stofko is a partner in the firm’s Scranton office
- He concentrates his practice in general insurance defense, civil litigation, fire loss litigation and municipal, automobile and premises liability
- Mr. Stofko is a member of the Pennsylvania and Lackawanna Bar Associations
- He also serves as a volunteer for the Lackawanna Bar Association’s Pro Bono Program
- He currently serves as a Member of the Board of Directors for the Pennsylvania Defense Institute, and is Vice President for the Middle District North
- He is admitted to practice in all Pennsylvania courts, the United States District Courts for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Pennsylvania, and the Supreme Court of the United States
- Daniel serves as the Vice President (Middle District North) of the Pennsylvania Defense Institute
- He is also a committee member of Project LITIGATE, an initiative led by Pennsylvania law firms and judges to enhance courtroom experience for young attorneys
- Supported by a formal pledge and endorsed by judges, the program seeks to ensure the next generation of attorneys receives proper trial training
- Daniel earned his B.S. in Environmental Science from the University of Scranton and his J.D. from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, as well as a Certificate of Advanced Study in Environmental Law, Science and Policy
- Mr. Stofko resides in Northeastern Pennsylvania with his wife and their three children
Honors
•AV Preeminent Martindale Hubbell Peer Rated News and Verdicts: •Liquor Liability Win For Scranton Partner, Daniel Stofko
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel D. Stofko's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel D. Stofko handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Scranton.
Bankruptcy & Debt in Scranton
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Construction Law in Scranton
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Product Liability in Scranton
Daniel D. Stofko is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Elder Law in Scranton
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Health Care Law in Scranton
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Scranton
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Scranton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Scranton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Scranton-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Scranton Choose Daniel D. Stofko
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel D. Stofko's practice in the field of bankruptcy, construction, product liability, elder law, and health care.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering bankruptcy, construction, and product liability, Daniel D. Stofko can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Scranton
A Scranton-based practice means Daniel D. Stofko attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel D. Stofko Handles in Scranton
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