Atty. David Mitchell Sternfield
David Mitchell Sternfield is a lawyer practicing business, family law, personal injury defense and 23 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 32+ Years Experience
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About David Mitchell Sternfield at a Glance
David Mitchell Sternfield is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at The Law Offices of David Sternfield. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, residential, wills, and car accidents. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1994) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2002). Educated at Drake University Law School (J.D., 1994) and Michigan State University B.A. (—). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Mitchell Sternfield
- David Mitchell Sternfield is a lawyer practicing business, family law, personal injury defense and 23 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University, and has been licensed for 32 years
- David practices at The Law Offices of David Sternfield in Chicago, IL
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David Mitchell Sternfield's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Mitchell Sternfield handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
DUI / DWI Defense in Chicago
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Divorce in Chicago
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Residential Real Estate in Chicago
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Wills in Chicago
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Car Accidents in Chicago
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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 Chicago Choose David Mitchell Sternfield
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 David Mitchell Sternfield's practice in the field of dui/dwi, divorce, residential, wills, and car accidents.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Mitchell Sternfield brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, David Mitchell Sternfield can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, divorce, and residential, David Mitchell Sternfield can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means David Mitchell Sternfield attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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