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David Mitchell Sternfield

4.1
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 31 years

Real estate Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Family, Business

17 North State Street, Suite 1700, Chicago, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 31 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1994

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of David M. Sternfield, LLC

17 North State Street, Suite 1700, Chicago, IL, 60602-3965

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David Mitchell Sternfield's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Family

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family

Be Aware

I had the misfortune of encountering David Sternfield as my child's appointed guardian ad litem. He was biased and unprofessional. Sternfield did not have my child's best interest in mind. David Sternfield showed no interest in doing what was best for the child. Although he was making important decis...ions about the child's life, Sternfield didn't try to get to know the child who was involved in the case. Sternfield showed favoritism to the opposing attorney and her client. He charged an enormous amount of money and did not do any work toward the case. Sternfield made a major decision about the child's education, and the judge relied totally on his recommendation. Sternfield's decision negatively impacted the child's educational experience then and it continues to impact the child's education and the quality of it. I highly suggest that you do not use David Sternfield as a guardian ad litem, stay far away from him.

Posted by Ty | July 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Won Custody Battle

David Sternfield was a fair and honest Lawyer. He focused primarily on the goal and did his best to accommodate my needs. In the end I got the custody I wanted along with a very fair agreement on transportation. David was capable of handling most of the work while I was in Nevada. Any and all issues ...were addressed and he was willing to work me through any questions I had. Very easy going and if I needed anything he was a simple text away. I went from having no custody to having every school break and can now spend Christmas with my son that I’ve missed for 6 years.

Posted by Melody | March 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Happy with the outcome

I hired David Sternfield to help me with my custody agreement. He was very upfront and knowledgeable. I am happy with the outcome of my case.

Posted by Spencer | January 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Great lawyer

I hired David Sternfield for my fathers rights. I live in Georgia and my daughter lives in Chicago. A very complex arrangement I had with my ex. David took care of everything for me and was very compassionate about my situation.

Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

David Sternfield

I hired Mr. Sternfield for his family services. For most of the case he had someone else come in for him , but he was very helpful with my questions so were the people who showed up for him very supportive team through the whole experience.

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Jessica Pahl

Family lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I worked for David for many years. David is a dedicated attorney and does not hesitate to go the extra mile in his work. He puts 120% into everything he does and always works to get the absolute best results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Associations

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Northwest Suburban Bar Association

Member

Education

1994

Drake University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

United Nations World Autism Awareness Day

Autism

Languages

English

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