Atty. Stephen Sampson Dunham

Atty. Stephen Sampson Dunham

Stephen Sampson Dunham is a lawyer practicing higher education, commercial litigation, employment law and 3 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years.

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About Stephen Sampson Dunham at a glance

Stephen Sampson Dunham is a PA State Univ. based in State College, Pennsylvania. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, education, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1970), Minnesota (1979), Colorado (Inactive) (1988), and Maryland (2006). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 1969) and Princeton University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in State College, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Stephen Sampson Dunham is a lawyer practicing higher education, commercial litigation, employment law and 3 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Stephen practices in State College, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Sampson Dunham's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Sampson Dunham handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Stephen Sampson Dunham is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Stephen Sampson Dunham is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Stephen Sampson Dunham is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Stephen Sampson Dunham is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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 State College 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen Sampson Dunham

Where is Stephen Sampson Dunham's law office located?
Stephen Sampson Dunham's law practice is located in State College, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Sampson Dunham handle?
Stephen Sampson Dunham focuses on employment, business, litigation, education, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Stephen Sampson Dunham practiced law?
Stephen Sampson Dunham has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Stephen Sampson Dunham go to law school?
Stephen Sampson Dunham earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact Stephen Sampson Dunham for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Sampson Dunham directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen Sampson Dunham received?
Stephen Sampson Dunham's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale Law School
- 1969
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1970
Minnesota
Admitted: 1979
Colorado (Inactive)
Admitted: 1988
Maryland
Admitted: 2006
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2012

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