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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 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 became a lawyer so I could utilize my creativity and advocacy skills to help others in need. No one likes bullies, especially me. As a lawyer at Pond Lehocky Giordano, I have an opportunity each and every day to battle insurance companies that constantly try to take advantage of injured workers who may not fully understand their legal rights. I fight for my clients under any circumstances, provide them honest and frank counsel, and am always accessible to them if they have questions about their cases.

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 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 personal injury attorney who focuses his practice on representing clients badly injured in accidents. I am passionate about my clients cases I do everything in my power to maximize results for my clients.. I have achieved many good settlements and awards in cases that were difficult to win.

I am a member of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania as well as the Third Circuit Court of Appeals.

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.

Hon. Charles M. Honeyman (Retired) joined Palladino, Isbell & Casazza, LLC as of counsel in October 2020, after serving in a similar capacity for the firm’s predecessor and following more than 24 years of service as an Immigration Judge. Judge Honeyman provides strategic litigation counsel and invaluable guidance in support of the firm’s clients, especially those applying for asylum and/or facing removal proceedings.. Judge Honeyman was appointed as an Immigration Judge by the U.S. Department of Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, in September 1995. During his tenure, Judge Honeyman served in a number of capacities and was frequently called upon for special assignments by both the government and the private bar, including: pro bono liaison judge; EOIR-AILA liaison; EOIR Training Conference speaker; Allenwood Federal Correctional Institution docket; Pittsburgh televideo docket; details: New York, Los Angeles, Boston, Baltimore, Pearsall, TX, Port Isabel, TX, Jena, LA, Oakdale, LA, and Otero, NM; special case assignments-Nazi War Criminal cases (2); frequent CLE speaker; law school guest lecturer; National Association of Immigration Judges (NAIJ)-member, local representative, precedent committee. Additionally, a number of Judge Honeyman’s cases resulted in widely cited decisions in the Third, First, and Second Circuit Courts of Appeal, helping to shape the landscape of immigration law both regionally and nationally. Included among the many notable cases are: Alimbaev v. Attorney General; Kaplun v. Attorney General; Luciana v. Attorney General; Fadiga v. Attorney General; Szehinskyj v. Attorney General; Paiz-Cabrera v. Attorney General; and Sukwanputra v. Attorney General.. Highly respected and learned, Judge Honeyman’s retirement from the bench and return to private practice (as political interference with judicial independence increased) was covered by major news outlets, including NPR Morning Edition, The Los Angeles Times, The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Independent, BuzzFeed, and Voice of America Latin America Division.. Judge Honeyman received a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1971 from Roanoke College, a Master of Arts degree (Political Science) in 1975 from Penn State University, a Master of Public Policy degree in 1977 from the University of Michigan, and a Juris Doctor degree in 1981 from the University of Baltimore. From 1981 until 1995, Judge Honeyman practiced immigration law at firms in Baltimore and thereafter in Philadelphia. He also served as an Adjunct Professor at Villanova University Law School in the fall of 1988 and 1989 and guest lectured frequently at Philadelphia area law schools. Additionally, while in private practice, Judge Honeyman held prominent positions, both locally and nationally, in the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), including service for two years as national co-chair of AILA’s liaison committee with EOIR. He also spoke frequently at local, regional, and national conferences.. Following his retirement as an Immigration Judge, in addition to his of counsel work, Judge Honeyman has been called upon regularly to teach and speak in a variety of settings. He has guest lectured at area law schools and presented at AILA’s pro bono training, annual Immigration Court conferences, and CLE training conferences. Notably, Judge Honeyman was a leading speaker at AILA’s Public Action in support of independent Immigration Courts (along with U.S. Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon, House Judiciary Vice-Chair) held at the National Constitution Center on September 17, 2020. Moreover, he has also advised academic scholars conducting research on immigration-related topics. Additionally, Judge Honeyman presented a webinar for a leading software company that has produced a case management system for immigration law firms.. Judge Honeyman is a retired member of the National Association of Immigration Judges (NAIJ), a member of the prestigious Roundtable of Former Immigration Judges, and is an active member of AILA’s Philadelphia Chapter, offering its EOIR liaison committee advice and support along with presenting at CLE authorized chapter events.. Judge Honeyman is a member of the Maryland (active) and Pennsylvania bars, and was formerly a member of the New Jersey bar.

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.

For over the last 47 years, Mr. Fromm has been dedicated to assisting his business clients in taking care of their tax, financial, business and legal affairs. He has been involved with individual clients concerning their financial, retirement, estate and family concerns. He has assisted families deal with the legal and practical complexities of a family member's death, the related estate administration, income and estate tax implications.. For more details concerning his scope of services, professional experience and educational background, please see his website () or blog ().  His website also provides periodic tax alerts, tax articles of interest.. His blog speaks to various current tax or estate issues or planning strategies.. Estate planning, wills, durable powers of attorney, living wills/advance medical directives; marital deduction, unified credit, special needs, irrevocable life insurance, charitable trusts; probate and estate administration.. Corporate and business tax planning, including structuring, forming and choice of business entities; buying and selling businesses; family limited partnerships;. Retirement plan administration, planning and drafting of retirement plans.. Foreign taxation matters including streamlined submissions. Qualified like-kind exchanges, etc.. Please visit his website () and blog () for more details and for tax, estate and foreign taxattion articles.

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 many years I served as a federal prosecutor, an attorney supervisor and a project manager, working for the U.S. Departments of Justice (INS) and Homeland Security (ICE).  Now I am pleased to serve the needs of the immigrant communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and beyond.  I offer a broad range of immigration services, including family-based immigration, naturalization, deportation and removal defense, political asylum, waivers of inadmissibility, non-immigrant visas and deferred action.. I believe that the United States has achieved its greatness, first and foremost, because we are a nation of immigrants.  Our country is at its best when each person makes his or her own unique contribution, and together we celebrate the diversity of our great nation.  I am proud to be able to use my background and training to help enable people to access and achieve the American dream.

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 .

Experienced legal representation poised to efficiently handle complex domestic and international disputes and transactions including maritime, commercial, bankruptcy and insurance matters. Efficient workouts and liquidation of assets for creditors.

Dominique Ramer earned her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Penn State and her law degree from Whittier Law School. She is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania and California.. Ms. Ramer began her law career as an intern for the Lehigh County District Attorney’s Office in Pennsylvania. She then held a legal externship with a boutique California personal injury law firm and was a law clerk for the Honorable Frederick Aguirre.. Ms. Ramer has an extensive background handling Social Security disability matters. Ms. Ramer was a law clerk and an associate attorney for a Pennsylvania-based firm where she litigated hundreds of Social Security disability, workers’ compensation, and personal injury cases. Prior to joining Pond Lehocky Disability, she practiced workers’ compensation at a large California defense firm.

Dennis Pomo has practiced in Pennsylvania and New Jersey State and Federal Courts, representing injured plaintiffs for the past thirty years. In his career as a trial lawyer, Mr. POMO has achieved millions of dollars in settlements for his clients. His cases include Jury and Bench Trials, Arbitrations, and hearings involving workers compensation and social security.. Mr. POMO graduated from LaSalle University in 1982 with B.S. degrees in Finance and Management. After graduating from Seton Hall University Law School, he was admitted to the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bars in 1986. Thereafter he has devoted his career to the representation of injured claimants.. Mr. Pomo’s typical clients are injured in accidents involving automobiles, buses, motorcycles, slip and falls, stores, parking lots, sidewalks and ice and snow. They are workers as well as the disabled seeking benefits from insurance policies and from social security. They are also victims of professional negligence in hospitals and nursing homes.. Most recently he has achieved lucrative settlements for a seriously injured boy with brain injuries and skull fractures, who was struck by a car while riding his bicycle; and a secretary standing at a bus stop, who sustained a complex knee fracture, when a pedestrian tripped in the roadway and struck her legs. These are but a few of the many and varied cases of which he devotes his practice. However, no matter how small or large, Dennis handles each case with attention to detail and respect for the needs of his clients.. Personal: Dennis resides with his wife Susan, and their two children in Northeast Philadelphia. They are life-long residents of the City.

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 N. Webb, a graduate of Rowan University and Howard University School of Law, joined Pond Lehocky after working as an associate attorney in national Social Security disability practice. A member of the Pennsylvania State Bar Association, she is also active in the Barristers’ Association, aiding the development of African American lawyers, and the New Jersey Garden City Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She contributes her legal expertise to community projects in both organizations.

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.

Daniel E. Kleiner has earned a reputation over the last thirty-five years for representing clients with compassion and empathy. He is a hands-on attorney who involves himself in every aspect of his clients’ cases. Mr. Kleiner’s preparation and attention to detail has resulted in significant verdicts and settlements for his clients.. Mr. Kleiner concentrates his practice in the areas of motor vehicle collisions, work site accidents, premises liability, product liability, professional liability and institutional assault. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from Muhlenberg College in 1982 and his law degree from Loyola University in 1985. He is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania. In addition, Mr. Kleiner tries select cases in New Jersey.. Mr. Kleiner is a member of the Philadelphia and Pennsylvania Bar Associations as well as the Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association.. He has extensive trial experience in Philadelphia and its surrounding counties, including Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lehigh, Montgomery, Monroe and Northampton. He serves as an arbitrator for the Philadelphia County Arbitration Program.. Mr. Kleiner is also a graduate of both the National Institute for Trial Advocacy and the Gerald Litvin Advocacy Program.

Dan Thistle grew up in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania and is a graduate of St. Joseph’s Preparatory School and the University of Pennsylvania.  After graduating from Penn, Dan followed in his father’s footsteps and attended the Villanova University School of Law.   In October, 2006, he was privileged to join him as a member of The Thistle Law Firm.. In joining the firm, Dan’s hope was to provide the best services possible for his clients. This desire led to his decision to obtain his Master’s Degree in Trial Advocacy from Temple University’s Beasley School of Law in 2010. In addition to his excellent legal training and advanced degrees, Dan learned valuable lessons practicing alongside his father, Daniel L. Thistle, one of Philadelphia’s premier trial attorneys. Dan, Sr. advised his son to always put his clients’ interests first, to work hard in order to get the best possible results for them, and to complete these tasks with honesty and integrity.. Dan keeps these principles in mind as a partner of The Thistle Law Firm where he continues his father’s practice of representing those who have suffered serious personal and economic injuries due to medical malpractice, products liability, auto and trucking accidents, wrongful death situations, defamation, construction accidents, and miscellaneous mishaps.. The eldest of three children, Dan is a resident of Center City Philadelphia. An avid Philadelphia Phillies fan, he attends games whenever possible. He also hopes to return one day to rowing on the Schuylkill River where he spent eight years on the crew teams for St. Joseph’s Prep and the University of Pennsylvania.