David S. Sobotka

David S. Sobotka

4.2
Rating: 6.6

Licensed for 43 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Reading, PA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning, Family, Probate

519 Walnut St, Reading, PA

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 43 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1982

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Law Offices of David S. Sobotka

519 Walnut St, Reading, PA, 19601-3477

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David S. Sobotka's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Jennifer S | January 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Experience

Dave was extremely helpful and diligent during my custody and divorce proceedings. He was timely with responses, supportive, and cared about my overall situation during the filings. I had a great experience, and would definitely use him again if any legal advice is needed.

Posted by Mark S | August 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Worth every penny!

Dave was my 2nd lawyer in my long, extremely drawn out custody/divorce case. My 1st lawyer, as well as many other people, told me there's no way I'll get 50/50 custody of my girls. After about a year of my 1st lawyer doing next to nothing, I fired him and went with Dave on a recommendation. Now to... be fair, my 1st lawyer was older and didn't realize how much of a constant fight, ON EVERYTHING, my situation was going to be, and I just don't think he had it in him. After Mr Sobotka reviewed the details of the case, told me there is no reason I shouldn't get 50/50, and in less than 6 months, that's exactly what I had. Dave is a very confident, no nonsense attorney who gets the job done, and I can't thank him enough for getting me my girls!!! When I started with him, he had a legal intern by the name of Timothy Bitler working alongside him. Tim is now an Associate of Dave's, and has been a great help in my divorce case, as well as with matters/issues that seem to never end. I would absolutely, positively, definitely recommend Dave Sobotka, and Timothy Bitler, for any custody or divorce cases, no matter how "messy" it is. Mr Sobotka definitely can handle any challenge! Thanks again guys!!!

Posted by Eric | March 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great!

I retained Mr. Sobotka to handle my divorce. I had an attorney prior that was unwilling to give my case the attention required. During the consult with Dave, he was advising of the next steps and his plan to keep things moving. I appreciated his attentiveness and confidence with my case. I highly... recommend Dave and his staff.

Posted by Rob | July 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic Attorney

Mr. Sobotka represented me in a very lengthy divorce proceeding, involving custody and other marital issues. He was recommended to me as a very good attorney, and he and his team did not disappoint! Through his diligence and guidance, i was able to retain custody of my children, which was the most im...portant issue to me. He has now brought Timothy Bitler into his office, and Tim has also been a great help and finished the final details of the divorce for me. My ex-wife has had 5 different attorneys represent her through the proceedings, and when in court, were clearly not of the same caliber as Mr. Sobotka and Mr. Bitler. These gentlemen come highly recommended, not just by me, but by my family who were present and involved in the various hearings, and I am pleased to count them as friends also.

Posted by anonymous | May 12, 2017 | Divorce & Separation

NEVER USE THIS ATTORNEY!

Never work with attorney, I agree whole heartedly with the rest of the reviewers here. He is one of the worst divorce attorney's around. I will not go into all the details, they would fill a book, but I will just say this he takes your money and does nothing to help you and I agree that he works wi...th the other sides attorney to have your case drag on and on so he can bill you enourmous amounts of money!!! Don't ever hire this guy, unless you like to be cheated. I had a Real Estate Lawyer in Berks, tell me that all Divorce Lawyers are terrible, but he said this guy makes the rest look like angels!

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Joel Ready

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dave Sobotka is a living legend in Berks County. His reputation for excellence in his work is matched by his reputation for collegiality. As a younger attorney in the community, I have benefited from the wisdom of Dave Sobotka, and any client should feel comfortable working with him. I am pleased to recommend Dave Sobotka for your legal needs."

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Experience

Rating:  6.6 (Good)

Associations

1982 - Present

Berks County Bar Association

Member

1982 - Present

Berks County Bar Association, Family Law Section

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University of Puget Sound

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Pennsylvania State University

B.A.

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