$ 375-375 per hour
Thomas Devlin Begley III
also known as Thomas D. Begley, III, Tom Begley, III
About Thomas
Biography
I concentrate my practice in the areas of estate, disabilities, tax and business planning. In addition, I oversee the firm handling of estate administration, probate litigation and guardianship matters. It is my belief that competent representation transcends the mere production of forms into a mode of planning which reflects the personal and financial background of each client. Each client is represented as an individual with respect given not only to their legal needs but to their person as well, recognizing that many of them come to us in times of crisis or challenge.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New Jersey for 35 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 35 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Capehart & Scatchard, P.A.
8000 Midlantic Drive, 300 S, Mount Laurel, NJ, 08054
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Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2014 | Probate
Tom's knowledge and expertise saved my grandfather's estate a huge amount of money!
I am an attorney and know many others. However, when it came to hiring someone to handle my grandfather's estate we went to Tom. He was responsive, knowledgeable and patient. It is not always easy to deal with multiple beneficiaries. He recognized an error which could be corrected and petitioned the ...
Posted by Jim | July 17, 2011 | Estate Planning
Tom Begley III and the Begley Law Group "is" the Firm to go to first, for Eldercare Law, Estate Planning & Administration
As someone whom has been around attorneys on a regular basis due to business over the course of the last thirty years, Tom Begley's Law Firm is amongst the finest legal firms I've had the experience to be around. So much so, that when I needed strong legal advice and assistance in Estate Adminis...
Thomas Devlin Begley III's Lawyer Endorsements
"I worked at the same firm as Thomas for several years. After seeing his commitment to his clients and his high ethical standards, I chose him to draft my family's estate documents. There is, perhaps, no greater professional compliment than for one attorney to seek out another attorney's services. I was not disappointed. Thomas was professional, caring, and responsive. I would recommend him without reservation."
"Thomas Begley is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients as well as his level of experience. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Mr. Begley is an outstanding and excellent attorney. I would recommend anyone and everyone to him for his services. I have been practicing for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, private attorney, and prosecutor, and I learn from his answers on Avvo every day. Simply an exemplary attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. The best elder lawyer in Southern New Jersey!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is a leading trusts and estates lawyer in South Jersey."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer.Tom is very knowledgeable. He works hard for his clients. He is well liked by his fellow attorneys who repsect him for his ability to stay on top of changes in the law."
"Tom is an icon in the elder law attorney. You won't find a better attorney if you need assistance with Medicaid planning, estate planning or a special needs trust for a disabled loved one"
"Mr Begley shows his experience, expertise and knowledge in each answer he provides here at Avvo. He is a very competent lawyer who can be called on for any estate matter in New Jersey. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom Begley is truly one of the brightest attorneys I have ever met. Yet, he is approachable, kind and empathetic. His clients are extremely fortunate to have someone of his caliber representing them."
"I have worked with Tom Begley and have referred several matters to him and I have the utmost confidence in his experience. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Top Attorneys in New Jerse - Estate and TrustLitigation, Super Lawyers
2012
Top Attorneys in New Jersey - Estate and Trust Litigation, Super Lawyers
2012
Top Attorneys in Pennsylania - Estate Trust Litigation, Super Lawyers
2011
Top Attorneys In New Jersey - Estate and Trust Litigation, Super Lawyers
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Awesome Attorney - Business, South Jersey Magazine
2010
Top Attorneys in New Jersey - Estate and Trust Litigation, Super Lawyers
2009
Top Attorney - Probate Litigation, SJ Magazine
2000
Certified Elder Law Attorney, National Elder Law Foundation
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Chair, Trusts & Estates Group, Capehart & Scatchard
2008 - 2011
Managing Partner, Begley Law Group, P.C.
2002 - 2008
President, Thomas D. Begley, III, LLC
1990 - 2002
Partner, Begley & Begley, P.C.
Associations
2001 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysAuthor and Lecturer
2000 - Present
National Elder Law FoundationCertified Elder Law Attorney
1995 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
1994 - Present
New Jersey State Association, Elder Law SectionMember and Former Director
1993 - Present
Burlington County Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate CommitteeMember and Former Chair
2009 - 2011
Special Needs AllianceAffiliate Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Church Healthcare v. Benson and Galambos (BUR-L-000170-05)
Judgment in favor of client
Education
1990
Georgetown University Law Center
Juris Doctor
1984
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Trusts 101
Trusts 101
2012
Fatal Flaws: Will Writing Mistakes To Die For
The ABCs of Will Drafting
2011
The Nuts and Bolts of Elder Law and Estate Administration
The ABCs of Estate Administration
2011
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Annual Conference
Tax Planning For 2011 and Beyond
2011
Medicaid Update 2011
Medicaid Update 2011
2011
Elder Law Summer School
Contested Probate Procedures
Publications
2011
New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Guardianships - The Basics and Beyond (Elder Law Summer School)
2011
New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Contested Probate Procedures - Elder Law Summer School
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
IS there any law regarding fees for attorneys acting as executors and also attorney for the estate? Does profession impact fees?
22 Feb 2015
Q&A
Within 5 days of my mother's death, my sister filed a "Complaint for probate of will" in NJ. What papers should I have gotten?
01 Sep 2013
Q&A
My brother won't show me the will what can I legally do?
12 Aug 2013
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Social Security Appeals
09 Feb 2012
Legal Guide
Effective Utilization of Insurance and Retirement Accounts In Special Needs Planning
07 Feb 2012
Legal Guide
Special Needs and Circumstances in Estate Planning
18 Jan 2012