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I have practiced in PA & NJ for over 32. years with a concentration in Family, Criminal and Personal Injury Law. I look forward to helping you resolve your legal issues with positive results competently and aggressively.

I have focused my entire legal career to resolving life insurance disputes on behalf of my clients. I began by clerking at a life insurance law firm in Center City, Philadelphia. After graduating from Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law in 2017, I passed the Pennsylvania State bar exam, and the New Jersey state bar exam. I am now admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and multiple federal courts.. In 2020, I founded Life Legal Services, a life insurance law firm dedicated to handling life insurance disputes of any kind on behalf of our clients from start to finish. Over the course of the past several years, we have prided ourselves on recovering hundreds of thousands of dollars on behalf of our clients through litigation, and/or creative settlement solutions.. At Life Legal Services, we offer free consultations and charge our clients on a contingency fee basis. Therefore, our clients never pay out of pocket for any of our work.

I have extensive experience in all matters related to estate planning, probate, and elder law, and related issues such as real estate litigation and guardianships. I have worked at a senior citizen's law center, was awarded a Presidential internship, and have worked in large law firms and as a solo legal practitioner. I use this experience and education to assist clients prepare for their future and the future of their families. At the Law Office of Adam S. Bernick, we provide personal attention and high quality legal representation.

I have been a trial lawyer for over 30 years. I give my clients hope when the situation seems hopeless.. I live in Philadelphia and have 4 children. My hobbies are bow hunting, surfing and fishing

I have been a civil trial lawyer for 17 years. During the first 10 years of my career, I successfully defended hospitals, physicians and nurses in hundreds of medical malpractice practice cases throughout the Philadelphia area and surrounding counties, cases involving practically every branch and sub-specialty of medicine. For the last 7 years, I have dedicated myself solely to representing those killed or seriously injured as a result of hospital, medical, nursing and nursing home malpractice, construction site incidents, defective products, motor vehicle accidents and premises liability.Trying cases is not only a major part of my job, it is truly my passion. I am obsessed with trial advocacy, constantly working to hone and refine my trial skills so that I can represent my clients to the best of my ability.

I handle every case personally.. I have a record of success defending against charges from murder to simple drug possession in state and federal court.. Let me fight for you.. Lauren A. Wimmer, Philadelphia criminal defense attorney, is a former Judicial Clerk in. the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas, Criminal Trial Division - Homicide. Years of. experience working in the legal system have allowed her to understand the tactics. police and prosecutors use and how to take their cases apart. Ms. Wimmer is a. relentless advocate for every client of Wimmer Criminal Defense and has a record of. success defending against all levels of criminal charges.. Ms. Wimmer is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. She is an. active member of the Philadelphia Bar Association, Pennsylvania Association of Criminal. Defense Lawyers, and the Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey.. Ms. Wimmer is a graduate of Rutgers University School of Law - Camden. She was the. Managing Articles Editor of the Rutgers Journal of Law & Public Policy, as well as the. 2014 recipient of the National Association of Women Lawyers Award, presented to the. student who, through academic achievement, motivation, tenacity, and drive, shows. promise to contribute to the advancement of women in the legal community and in. society.

I believe in fighting for my clients for what they deserve. I am very capable of evaluating your matter and telling you honestly what I believe the outcome would be and then help you accomplish that outcome.

I began my legal journey at DePaul University College of Law, where I served as the President of OUTlaws (LGBT Rights Organization), Articles Editor for the DePaul Rule of Law Journal, a staff member of the Journal for Social Justice, an intern for the DePaul International Human Rights Law Institute, and a law clerk at the Council on American Islamic Relations-Chicago.  My motivation for becoming a lawyer was to help people in need, but I quickly discovered an equal passion for contract law.  In my final summer of study, I was fortunate to secure a summer associate position and later full-time position with a small practice in Philadelphia, where I primarily handled life insurance contracts.  I am now grateful to own a life & property insurance law firm that is recognized for its work in collecting delayed and denied life insurance claims, homeowners and renters insurance claims, and other property claims, allowing me to combine my strengths and desire to assist individuals and families on consumer protection matters.

I am a trial lawyer dedicated to the representation of catastrophically injured individuals and their families in personal injury and wrongful death litigation throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. I specialize in complex civil litigation involving:. ·         Construction Accidents. ·         Industrial Accidents. ·         Workplace Accidents. ·         Tractor-Trailer Accidents. ·         Brain Injuries. ·         Electrocution. ·         Burn Injuries. ·         Medical Malpractice. ·         Products Liability. ·         Premises Liability. ·         Motor Vehicle Accidents. ·         Longshoremen Accidents. My expertise also extends to the representation of small businesses and construction companies in complex commercial litigation.. Known for my hard-hitting style and uncompromising work ethic, I have recovered over $50 million dollars in verdicts and settlements for my clients.  I have been recognized annually as a Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers-Pennsylvania and as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers-New Jersey. Only a handful of attorneys have achieved these honors from Super Lawyers in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania simultaneously.  I have also been recognized annually as a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association.. Prior to founding the Quinn Law Group, I was an attorney at prominent Philadelphia-based plaintiff personal injury and defense firms. Prior to entering private practice, I was a Law Clerk for the Honorable Rosemarie Ruggiero Williams of The Superior Court of New Jersey. Clerking at the trial court level provided me with unique and invaluable insight into the judicial system.. I graduated from Franklin & Marshall College with Bachelor of Arts degrees in Government and History in 1997. At F&M, I was a Dean's List student and a member of the varsity football team - a team that won three conference championships. I went on to graduate from the Penn State-Dickinson School of Law with a J.D. in 2000. While in law school, I gained litigation experience as a legal intern for a civil trial judge in New Jersey, as a law clerk for a prominent Central Pennsylvania law firm, and as a legal intern in the Environmental Crimes Division of the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office. I also served as the captain of the Penn State-Dickinson Law National Trial Moot Court Team. In 2003, I continued my education by graduating with honors from the Temple University School of Law with an L.L.M. in Trial Advocacy.. I am admitted to practice in the state and federal courts of Pennsylvania and New Jersey, as well as the Third Circuit Court of Appeals.. I am a member of the American Association for Justice (AAJ), Pennsylvania Association for Justice (PaAJ), New Jersey Association for Justice (NJAJ), Philadelphia Bar Association, and Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association (PTLA) where he is a member of the President's Select and Future Leaders Committee.

I am a Shareholder and Chair of the Family Law Group at Cozen O'Connor which ranks among the top 100 law firms in the Country.  My practice includes all aspects of family law including divorce, custody, support, alimony, and adoption matters in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey.  In addition to family law litigation, I also negotiate prenuptial, post-nuptial and cohabitation agreements.  Further, I mediate and arbitrate family law cases.. I have represented a wide variety of clients in hundreds of family law cases throughout my career.  In Pennsylvania, I represent clients in all local counties including Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester, Delaware, Bucks and Berks as well as others.  In New Jersey, I assist parties throughout the State including Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, Mercer, Atlantic and Cape May counties as well as others.. I am a regular legal commentator on national and local television networks including Court TV, CNN, Fox News Network, MSNBC, Fox 29, 6 ABC, NBC 10 and CBS 3. I am a weekly guest on CourtTV, and I have appeared on the Today Show, World News Tonight and the O'Reilly Factor among other shows.. I am currently the Chair-Elect of the American Bar Association Family Law Section which has about 9000 members and whose mission includes to be the pre-eminent voice on family law issues. I also contribute articles to various publications and websites including USA Today, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Main Line Magazine, Blogher, and The Huffington Post.  I write my own blog, Family Law Focus, where I comment and offer insight on topical issues in family law.  I also post monthly on the Martindale-Avvo blog (www.martindale-avvo.com/blog).. I am frequently asked to speak on family law issues.  I have presented for the ABA Family Law Section, the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section, Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants and other national, regional and local professional organizations.

I am a seasoned criminal defense and commercial litigation attorney with vast experience in defending both individuals and companies facing criminal investigations and indictments. I have been involved in more than 100 criminal investigations in Pennsylvania and 20 trials in courts in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York.For white collar clients, I handle bail, change of plea hearings, motions and sentencing hearings in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. When federal or state government investigates a business or individual client, I defend those clients against any possible litigation that results from investigations.. In the last 20 years, I represented corporate and individual clients in numerous governmental investigations that largely resulted in no-prosecution decisions by the DOJ. During this time, I have tried more than 20 lengthy and complex federal jury trials where more often than not, the jury trials resulted in total or partial not-guilty verdicts in the criminal cases and have always resulted in defense verdicts following the antitrust civil trials.

I am a Philadelphia area personal injury lawyer, licensed in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Specifically I help people who were hurt in car accidents, bike accidents, truck accidents, bus accidents, Uber and Lyft accidents, slip and fall accidents, workplace accidents, negligent security, medical malpractice, and will assist throughout the legal process every step of the way. If you want an injury and accident lawyer who will provide exceptional client service and work to achieve outstanding results for you, call our team today.

I am a member of Flaster Greenberg’s Trusts & Estates, Taxation, and Business & Corporate Departments. I focus my practice on estate planning, estate administration, business succession, and general corporate matters. Prior to joining the firm, I worked as a senior associate at a boutique estate planning firm.. I represent individuals and business owners in their estate plans and corporate planning. My focus is on determining each client’s particular situation and providing them a custom-tailored plan to assist them, their families and, if applicable, their businesses. I am particularly adept at handling larger estates as well as estate matters that have potential litigation.. As a graduate from Washington and Lee University with a double major in math and politics, I am able to leverage my math acumen and Masters in Taxation to provide unique insights and strategies to client’s estate plans. I also have extensive experience with Court Accountings and Orphans’ Court litigation, which enables me to understand the problems that can develop with estate administration matters and to help prevent similar problems.. I received my J.D. and LL.M. with a focus on estate planning from Villanova University Charles Widger Law School. I'm licesned to practice law in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, along with the United States District Courts for the District of New Jersey and the Eastern & Middle District of PA.. I enjoy having the opporunity to help clients take care of their families through the preparation of Wills and Trusts as well as leading them through the copmlexities of Estate Administration. My goal is to allow my clients to grieve a family member's death without additional stress. I find it incredibly rewarding working with individuals and families helping them to properly plan for their future.

I am a founding partner of the personal injury law firm of KaplunMarx. We are 100% focused on helping clients when they are injured in accidents throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey.  I have been a catastrophic injury trial lawyer ever since passing the bar exam in 1986, and have the knowledge and experiance to get top dollar results for our clients.. At KaplunMarx we strive to treat our clients like we would want someone to treat our family, we encourage you to check out our reviews on Google, Yelp, Facebook, & Avvo and see for yourself.

Having practiced law for nearly 35 years, I left "high volume" law practice in 2013 as a "name" partner at a South Jersey/Philadelphia law firm and started my own practice. As a solo practitioner, my focus remains on disability cases (Social Security and Workers' Compensation). I take pride in providing the attention to detail required in these practice areas and being "hands-on" with every case and client. When you call my office you will speak to me personally (not to a paralegal or other staff person). I am available to answer your questions about the several Social Security programs including disability insurance benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for adults and children. I have handled hundreds of appeals to the "Appeals Council" and the federal courts.

Harry J. Giacometti is Chair of Flaster Greenberg’s Bankruptcy, Financial Restructuring and Risk Management Department. His practice is focused on bankruptcy matters and commercial transactions and litigation. Through his representation of corporate, individual and institutional clients, Mr. Giacometti’s wide range of experience includes:. During his more than 30 years in the legal services industry, Mr. Giacometti was a name partner of Smith Giacometti, a boutique business law firm that he co-founded in 1997. Before forming Smith Giacometti, he worked in the Reorganization and Finance Department of Duane Morris. Prior to joining private practice, he served as a trial attorney with the Tax Division of the United States Department of Justice.. Mr. Giacometti has been a contributing author in numerous legal publications, including the New Jersey Law Journal, published by the National Business Institute, the American Bankruptcy Trustee Journal, Multifamily Executive Magazine and others. He has also lectured on various topics relating to commercial transactions, bankruptcy law and commercial litigation.

Gregory J. Pagano was born and raised in Philadelphia.  He graduated from law school in 1993 with a joint degree – a Juris Doctorate and a Masters Degree in Business and Finance.. He worked for two years as a law clerk to the late Honorable Anthony J. DeFino, Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia, Criminal Division, Major Trials Division.  As a law clerk he observed some of the best attorneys in the country litigate criminal cases, extensively researched a multitude of criminal issues and drafted opinions for the Judge.. In 1995 he started his own practice focusing on criminal defense and personal injury work.  Over the years Mr. Pagano has litigated thousands of cases.  Most of his practice over the years has focused on criminal defense work.  However, he has also been involved in the litigation of a multitude of serious and complex civil cases.  He has recovered millions of dollars in civil settlements for his clients injured or killed in accidents and in civil rights violations.  He has represented people from all walks of life including judges, doctors, surgeons, attorneys, police officers, priests, accountants, realtors and mortgage brokers, athletes, musicians, business owners, union leaders, children, students and the homeless.. Mr. Pagano has built his practice on time honored principles – hard work and dedication – fighting tirelessly for his clients and providing them with the best possible results, service and advice before, during and after litigation. Mr. Pagano has represented clients all over Pennsylvania and throughout the United States; New York, Ohio, Maryland, Iowa, West Virginia, New Jersey, Delaware and Florida.  Mr. Pagano has been lead trial counsel in cases of all type.  He has been involved in some of the most notorious and complex federal trials in Philadelphia’s history; capital homicides, RICO, organized crime and racketeering cases, white collar cases, drug distribution, drug smuggling and drug transportation cases, rape, robbery and assault cases, fraud, theft, political corruption and embezzlement cases and bus, truck and car accident cases.

Gloria Lam grew up in New York City. After earning a bachelor’s degree in English from Temple University, she worked as a marketing assistant and then as a paralegal for a Personal Injury law firm in Philadelphia. Gloria continued her education at New York Law School in New York City, obtaining her Juris Doctorate.. During Law School, Gloria was a Financial Services Extern at Cadwalader, Wickersham, & Taft, and served as a Judicial Extern for the Honorable Judge David Kirschner and the Honorable Richard Lee Price at the Bronx County Criminal Court. She was also a member of the Wilhelm C. Vis International Moot Court and the NYLS Trial Team, where she was nominated as the 2nd highest scoring advocate at the Intramural Trial competition.. Upon graduating law school, Gloria joined a real estate firm, where she had the opportunity to represent clients and hold sellers, banks, debtors, and companies accountable when they tried to collect debt and create unfair sales and mortgage contracts. Gloria then joined Fields Law Firm, where she currently practices in Long Term Disability and Consumer Rights.. Gloria is passionate and committed to working for her clients to obtain the best outcome. She knows that as an attorney, she has the opportunity and privilege to provide a voice for her clients in their time of need. She works hard to help clients understand and navigate through various complex legal problems and strives to make it a positive legal experience.. Ms. Lam is admitted to practice in both New York and New Jersey State Courts and the Southern District of New York. She is a member of the New York City Bar association.. When not working, Gloria enjoys running, biking, reading, baking, cooking, traveling, and exploring new eateries and places.

Garrett Cole Spangler is an experienced attorney spending 10+ years in private practice and 5+ years in wealth management. He has a J.D. and LL.M. in Taxation from Temple University - Beasley School of Law. His primary practice areas are trust and estate planning as well as tax law.. In particular he provides advice on generational wealth planning; complex trust strategies; estate administration; domestic and international tax planning for individuals; formation, administration and dissolution of for-profit, non-profit, and charitable organizations; business succession plans; intellectual property disputes; corporate agreements; and tax controversy matters.. In addition to his law practice, Garrett is an adjunct professor at Delaware Valley University where he teaches a variety of tax, finance, and business courses.. Garrett is a member of the bars of Pennsylvania and New Jersey and is licensed to practice before the U.S. Tax Court.

For over a decade, Maria Bermudez has stood at the forefront of disability law, dedicating her career to securing Social Security and long-term disability benefits for those unable to work due to their conditions. As the founder of the Disability Advocacy Group, she has skillfully navigated administrative proceedings and federal courts, representing thousands and making significant strides in the realm of disability law.. Before embarking on her journey to establish her own practice, Maria garnered invaluable experience as an attorney advisor for the federal government and honed her expertise within the disability departments of two leading law firms. Her deep-rooted connection to Philadelphia, coupled with her innovative embrace of a technology-driven, remote practice, has allowed her to extend her reach and impact, even after relocating to San Juan, Puerto Rico, during the COVID-19 pandemic.. A respected member of both the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives and the Philadelphia Bar Association, Maria actively shares her knowledge and insights, presenting on key issues in disability law practice operations to colleagues far and wide. Her commitment to her field, innovative approach to practice management, and unwavering dedication to those she serves exemplify her role as a pioneer in disability advocacy.

For 30 years, Ms. Squires has represented thousands of individuals up through the hearing level before an Administrative Law Judge. Dedicated, compassionate and knowledgeable in Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income(SSI) claims, she handles every case personally. Her goal is to take the fear out of the process and assist you in presenting the best case possible. No fee unless we win!. Michele M. Squires graduated from Muhlenberg College in 1986. She earned her law degree from Widener University School of Law in 1989 and is admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania.. After law school, Ms. Squires clerked for the Honorable Charles P. Mirarchi, Jr. in the Common Pleas Court of Philadelphia County. She then joined her father, Herbert E. Squires, in his private law practice. While there, she handled a variety of cases including, but not limited to, personal injury, wills and estates, family law, landlord-tenant disputes, and Social Security Disability.. Since the early ’90s, Ms. Squires’ practice focuses primarily on representing Social Security Disability claimants at any point from the initial application through the hearing level before an Administrative Law Judge. She is passionate about her clients and will fight to get them the benefits they deserve! She is a long-standing member of the Philadelphia Bar Association and NOSSCR (National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives).. Ms. Squires is married with three children—two boys who played college and high school basketball, and a daughter who is an avid tennis player.. Ms. Squires can be reached at  or directly at .

Elissa K. Kerr is a member of the firm’s Litigation Department. She focuses her practice on all aspects of complex commercial litigation.. Prior to joining the firm, she worked at a mega-firm with an office based in Philadelphia where her litigation practice focused on the defense of corporate clients in a broad range of complex commercial matters in the areas of business disputes, healthcare, labor and employment, whistleblower/false claims act, environmental harm, director’s and officer’s liability, and consumer protection.. Elissa’s experience includes defending hundreds of pre-suit claims and lawsuits, including large nationwide class actions, from inception to resolution in state and federal courts. Elissa also has experience counseling clients regarding compliance with data privacy and security laws and employment issues.

David S. Bahuriak has practiced criminal law since his graduation from law school in 1996. He has used his experience in hundreds of trials ranging from murder to white collar crime. Because of his intricate understanding of the criminal justice process, he is often able to obtain far more favorable outcomes than his peers. Among the legal community of Pennsylvania and New Jersey, David is known as a skilled negotiator and tireless advocate for his clients. He was voted as a New Jersey Super Lawyer Rising Star for three straight years.. David's firm, The Bahuriak Law Group, with offices in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, has a well-established record of successfully defending high-level criminal cases and government investigations. David and his firm focus exclusively on two things: (1) obtaining dismissals of criminal charges and claims in the early stages of a criminal case or investigation and (2) winning cases at trial.

Danielle Friedman is an attorney in the firm's Estates & Trusts Practice Group. Danielle provides comprehensive and sophisticated estate and tax planning services for an array of clients. She regularly assists clients with wealth preservation, asset protection planning, charitable giving and more common estate planning needs.. Danielle also guides fiduciaries through estate and trust administrations, including probate matters, preparing inheritance and estate tax returns and handling creditors' claims and beneficiary distributions.. Additionally, Danielle works within the firm's Business Law and Transactions Practice Group, where she regularly handles corporate governance matters, business succession planning and the preparation of various commercial agreements.. The foundation of Danielle's practice is built on developing, maintaining and fostering client relationships by providing attentive, responsive and individually tailored solutions to each client.. Danielle received her J.D. from Temple University and has been recognized by Super Lawyers Pennsylvania as a "Rising Star" since 2017.

Daniella Gordon defends clients who are facing criminal charges.  She also represents businesses and individuals in civil commercial disputes and employment related matters, with a focus on the construction industry. Ms. Gordon serves on the Board of Directors for the Association of the Federal Bar of New Jersey. She is a past Board member for the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and is a Past Chair of the Construction Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association.. In her criminal defense practice, Ms. Gordon represents clients at all stages of litigation, from negotiating pleas, downgrades, and dismissals prior to indictment, through to trial.  She has defended clients charged with all range of criminal matters - from street crime to white collar fraud.  Ms. Gordon's criminal defense background sets her apart from most commercial litigators in dealing with allegations of business and procurement fraud in civil disputes.  She has represented numerous businesses and individuals in connection with government investigations for false claims.. Ms. Gordon's civil practice focuses on complex commerical construction litigation. She regularly represents businesses before courts throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and in the United States Court of Federal Claims. Ms. Gordon has represented owners, developers, sureties and all tiers of contractors in a range of disputes, including construction defect claims, damages for delay, differing site conditions, professional negligence, bid protests and injunctions.  Ms. Gordon regularly speaks on construction issues throughout New Jersey.