Atty. David Spencer Meffert

Atty. David Spencer Meffert

Mr. David Spencer Meffert is a lawyer practicing elder law, juvenile, criminal and 2 other areas of law.

Goshen Goshen 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (845) 972-3058 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David Spencer Meffert at a glance

David Spencer Meffert is an Orange Co. Dist. Atty. Off. based in Goshen, New York. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, elder law, and government. Admitted to practice in Texas (1995), District of Columbia (2001), and New York (2002). Educated at St. Mary's University School of Law at San Antonio (J.D., 1995) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Goshen, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. David Spencer Meffert is a lawyer practicing elder law, juvenile, criminal and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • David practices in Goshen, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David Spencer Meffert's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Spencer Meffert handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Juvenile Law

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Elder Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Goshen are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Spencer Meffert

Where is David Spencer Meffert's law office located?
David Spencer Meffert's law practice is located in Goshen, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Spencer Meffert handle?
David Spencer Meffert focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, elder law, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David Spencer Meffert practiced law?
David Spencer Meffert has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did David Spencer Meffert go to law school?
David Spencer Meffert earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact David Spencer Meffert for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. Mary's University School of Law at San Antonio
- 1995
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1995
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2001
New York
Admitted: 2002

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