Philip Vance McCalister

Philip Vance McCalister

4.5
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 35 years

Family Lawyer at Lower Burrell, PA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Bankruptcy & Debt ... +3 more

3850 Leechburg Road, Suites 10 & 11, Lower Burrell, PA

About Philip

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

Support, Separation, Child Support

38 years

30%
Family 30%

Child Custody, Support, Separation, Divorce.

38 years

30%
Bankruptcy and Debt 15%

Chapter 7 and Chapter 13

38 years

15%
Business 10%

I represent small businesses in all matters from formation to litigation to dissolution.

38 years

10%
Criminal Defense 5%

Traffic, Misdemeanors, Felonies

38 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 35 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1990

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Location

McCalister Law Office

3850 Leechburg Road, Suites 10 & 11, Lower Burrell, PA, 15068

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Philip Vance McCalister's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Virginia | August 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Hired for divorce attorney

Hired him as my divorce attorney 17 years ago, I did not know my rights my divorce was handled horribly. My ex husband passed away 2 years ago went to collect what I was entitled to & found out Phillip McAlister never filed the papers that I paid $500 for, so I lost everything!!!! Called to talk to P...hillip McAlister and his reply was quote ( Oops I dropped the ball ) then I set up a meeting with him and he told me that he was financially disabled to help me out at the moment because his secretary embezzled his money, I cannot afford another attorney to sue him he has made my future very unaffordable, he has never show any restitution for what he has done, very highly not recommended

Philip McCalister

Replied last August 19, 2019

While my recollection of these events is different than your own, I am deeply saddened that you feel I let you down. It is always the practice of this office to follow through with all matters our clients pay us to do.

Posted by Jeannie | September 06, 2017 | Child Custody

Custody Consultation

I met Mr. McCalister, while searching for a custody attorney. I'm going through a divorce and have a very complicated custody case. Philip McCalister cares a great deal about helping other people, it's not just about a paycheck to him. As far as attorneys go, Mr. McCalister is one of the most sin...cere that I've met. He took his time listening to me. I didn't feel like I was being rushed out the door. He was very respectful, and I felt like I was looked upon as an absolute equal during my appointment with him. In my opinion, Philip McCalister is well suited for family law. My basis for that opinion , is how Philip McCalister acted when I spoke about my 4 children. I would absolutely recommended Philip McCalister , to anyone in need of a custody attorney.

Posted by Alex | June 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Smooth quick divorce

I started my divorce using a mail in service to generate documents. There was a bump in the road so I decided to look for a local lawyer. I found and hired Phil to help me close it out. After hiring Phil the process went extremely smooth and quick. It was also very affordable. Phil and Jackie bot...h responded quickly every time and were great to work with! They kept great communication the whole time as well and explained every piece of the process as needed. If I need a lawyer in the future, I will be going back to Phil for sure and I'd recommend you do as well!

Posted by Ken | April 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Mr. Kens Divorce

Hired Philip to handle my divorce settlement, from the first contact and throughout the entire process Mr. McCalister was intimate with my concerns and need of understanding. His professional guide and knowledge of the law was instrumental in my stability. Philip was like family and a friend th...at was always available for me without restriction. His legal advice was sound, to the point, l always knew my options, and he fought for them. I recommend McCalister to anyone who needs a dedicated and sympathetic, yet stern and driven, lawyer to set a consultation meeting up, it will be the best decision you will make to find closure.

Posted by Chris | February 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Phil is a good guy...His secretary is phenomenal.

My husband and I filed Chapter 7 with Phil and had him settle an estate. Although we decided to convert the chapter 7 to a chapter 13 when the trustee became aggressive, I do not regret working with Phil. He took a lot of time to educate my husband and I about the process, and was passionate about he...lping our family. As far as the estate goes, documents had lightening quick turn around time, and required processes were done ASAP. This office is run like a well oiled machine.

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Philip Vance McCalister's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Schachte

Family lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Philip for a number of years by working within the same legal office. He is an invaluable attorney for this office and the community."

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Karen Ferri

Family lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

Best Attorney Silver Award, Trib Total Media

2010

Best of 2010 Best Collaborative Divorce Law, Pittsburgh City Paper

Associations

2013 - Present

WCCC Educational Foundation

Board of Directors-President

1993 - Present

Westmoreland County Bar Association

Committee Chairman

1990 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Education

1989

University of Idaho College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

Fuller Theological Seminary

M-Div Master of Divinity

1976

California State University, Fullerton

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1974

College of the Sequoias

AA

Languages

English

Activity

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