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John Francis Kennedy
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
50%
35 years
Workers Compensation
50%
35 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 36 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Elias Mickle Kennedy, LLC
Suite 607, 321 Spruce Street, Scranton, PA, 18503
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John Francis Kennedy's Reviews
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Posted by Douwe | July 20, 2013
Best lawyer.... period!!
John responded on every call/letter and was on top of everything!!! Awesome
Posted by Joel | May 27, 2013
Took care of everything. Easy to work with.
John was not only an extremely knowledgeable lawyer, he took the time to get to know me, and treated me as a human-being, not just another client. He handled my case with professionalism, compassion, and understanding. He was aggressive when I needed him to be, and truly listened to me throughout my ...
Posted by James | May 18, 2011
Excellent experienced lawyer
Atty Kennedy assisted me with my workers comp case which was complicated and ridiculously drawn out by the employer. He got me my settlement and more than I expected.
John Francis Kennedy's Lawyer Endorsements
"Extremely knowledgable and prepared."
"Outstanding Litagator. Facing Attorney Kennedy in a courtroom many times over the past fifteen or more years, I have always known to expect complete professionalism and a well prepared and worthy opponent. He asks the tough questions and advocates fiercely for his client while treating every witness, opposing lawyer and court personnel in a respectful manner. I recommend Attorney Kennedy without reservation."
"One of the best..."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent personal injury and workers' compensation lawyer with both Claimant's side and Employer side experience. He represents his clients vigorously and faithfully."
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Experience
Honors
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Host for a Day Chairperson, Saint Francis Soup Kitchen
2009
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2015 - 2017
Partner, O'Hagan LLC
2013 - 2014
Owner, Law Offices of John F. Kennedy
2007 - 2008
Solicitor, Dunmore Civil Service Commission
1995 - 2012
Partner, O'Malley, Harris, Durkin & Perry, P.C.
1988 - 1993
Associate, Manta and Welge
1987 - 1988
Law Clerk, Raynes, McCarty, Binder, Ross & Mundy
Associations
2007 - Present
Lackawanna Pro Bono, Inc.Volunteer Attorney
2001 - Present
Saint Francis Soup KitchenBoard Member
1996 - Present
Lackawanna Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2014
Pennsylvania Association For JusticeMember
2010 - 2012
Saint Francis of Assisi Soup KitchenPresident of the Board of Directors
2008 - 2014
Scranton Planning CommissionMember
Education
1989
Villanova University School of Law
Law Degree (Juris Doctor)
1986
University of Scranton
B.S.
Speaking Engagements
2016
Workers' Compensation Law and Practice Seminar
Advanced Impairment Rating Analysis
2016
Lackawanna Bar Association Meeting
The ABCs of IREs. Beyond Protz.
2015
Advanced Workers' Compensation
Employer Protections and Defense Strategies
2003
The People's Law School
Workplace Discrimination and Disability
1991
Manta and Welge Annual Seminar
Understanding the American's with Disability Act
Publications
1991
Seminar
Understanding the American's With Disabilities Act
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
If my employer is unlawfully preventing me from receiving unemployment, does that allow me to receive additional compensation?
21 Mar 2017
Q&A
I'm trying to.get Fmla at my work do they have to approve it and if they don't can I sue them or take them to court
27 Feb 2017
Q&A
What should I do about my employer not allowing me to return to work light duty because it was not work related injury?
28 Feb 2017
Legal Guides
Video Legal Guide
How To Respond to a Notice of Ability to Return to Work
30 Dec 2011
Legal Guide
Why Do Workers Comp Cases Take So Long In Pennsylvania?
27 Dec 2011
Legal Guide
Subrogation...What is it Good For? Absolutely Nothing!
20 May 2011