Ronald Harvey Surkin, Business Attorney in Media, Pennsylvania
Over 54 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Family Law · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatSchoenfeld, Surkin, Chupein & DeMis, P.C.
Media, PA
Practicing business in Media since 1972.
- 54+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Ronald Harvey Surkin is a member based in Media, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Family Law. Ronald has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schoenfeld, Surkin, Chupein & DeMis, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Media, PA
- Experience
- over 54 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Family Law
- Handles Business, Employment, and Family Law matters from Media, PA.
- Over 54 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Ronald Harvey Surkin: Ronald Harvey Surkin is a member based in Media, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Family Law. Ronald has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schoenfeld, Surkin, Chupein & DeMis, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ronald takes on
Ronald concentrates on business, employment, family law, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ronald handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Media, Pennsylvania
Ronald takes business matters in Media, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ronald agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Media, Pennsylvania
Ronald takes employment matters in Media, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ronald agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Media, Pennsylvania
Ronald takes family law matters in Media, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ronald agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Media, Pennsylvania
Ronald takes insurance matters in Media, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ronald agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Media, Pennsylvania
Ronald takes litigation matters in Media, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ronald agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ronald Harvey Surkin — business lawyer in Media
Ronald Harvey Surkin is a member based in Media, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Family Law. Ronald has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schoenfeld, Surkin, Chupein & DeMis, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ronald Harvey Surkin is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, commercial litigation, general corporate law and 4 other areas of law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years. Ronald practices at Schoenfeld, Surkin, Chupein & DeMis, P.C. in Media, PA.
Working with Ronald on a business matter
Ronald Harvey Surkin is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, commercial litigation, general corporate law and 4 other areas of law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years. Ronald practices at Schoenfeld, Surkin, Chupein & DeMis, P.C. in Media, PA.
Who Ronald represents
Ronald reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and family law matters in Media and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Harvard Law School
J.D. · 1972
Case Western Reserve University
B.A. · 1969
Jurisdictions
Ronald's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
1985 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1972 · ACTIVE
Ronald studied at J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.A. in Case Western Reserve University.
Law school and academic background
Ronald completed J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.A. in Case Western Reserve University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ronald runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Ronald has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Ronald's professional memberships and bar associations
Delaware County Bar Association Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association
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Locations
Ronald Harvey Surkin's office in Media
Ronald's primary office is at 25 West Second Street, Media, PA, 19063-0900. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Schoenfeld, Surkin, Chupein & DeMis, P.C.
25 West Second Street
Media, PA 19063-0900
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How to hire Ronald Harvey Surkin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ronald usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ronald charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ronald's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Ronald will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Media, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Ronald
Ronald discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Ronald confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ronald's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ronald Harvey Surkin
How much does it cost to hire Ronald for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ronald walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ronald offer a free consultation?
Ronald charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ronald's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Ronald's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Ronald gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ronald take my case if I'm outside Media?
Ronald is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ronald will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Ronald?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Ronald will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ronald accepting new business clients right now?
Ronald's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Media, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
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