Joseph M. Kecskemethy

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Joseph M. Kecskemethy

4.8
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 36 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Butler, PA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family ... +2 more

101 E Diamond Street, Suite 204, Butler, PA

About Joseph

Biography

Experienced representation for real people with real problems.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

36 years

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

36 years

25%
Family 25%

36 years

25%
Criminal Defense 15%

36 years

15%
Probate 10%

Litigation and Estate Administration

36 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-250 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 36 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Jaffe & Kecskemethy, P.C.

101 E Diamond Street, Suite 204, Butler, PA, 16001-5944

JKLawyers.com

Online Presence

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Joseph M. Kecskemethy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dawn | April 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

What seemed impossible

I am grateful that I was able to hire Attorney Kecskemethy for my child custody case. From the start, He was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to my needs. He took the time to thoroughly explain my options, answer my questions, and provide clear guidance throughout the entire proc...ess. What stood out the most was his exceptional communication skills. I was never left in the dark, and I always felt that my concerns were heard, addressed promptly, and he had my child's and my best interest at heart. He showed great expertise in family law, and I felt confident in his ability to handle my case. The outcome was favorable, and I know it was due to his dedication and hard work. I highly recommend Joseph Kecskemethy to anyone in need of legal representation. He truly cares about his clients, and I am grateful for the level of service provided. Thank you, Joe, for your outstanding work and friendship through this process !!

Posted by Niki | March 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Compassionate, Honest, and Highly Skilled

I cannot say enough great things about Attorney Joe Kecskemethy! From the very beginning, he provided not only top-notch legal expertise but also genuine care and compassion during a difficult child custody case. His knowledge of family law is impressive, and he fought tirelessly to ensure the best o...utcome for my child. What truly sets Joe apart is his honesty and integrity. He was upfront about the process, explained everything in a way that was easy to understand, and always had my child’s best interests at heart. He was incredibly responsive, answering my questions promptly and providing reassurance when things felt overwhelming. Thanks to Attorney Kecskemethy , I now have peace of mind and a custody arrangement that puts my child’s well-being first. If you need a dedicated, personable, and trustworthy attorney, look no further. I highly recommend him!

Posted by Robert | March 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Amazing attorney

Joe Kecskemethy is an absolutely amazing attorney in all aspects of law. He helped me through one of the hardest times of my life and I would 100% recommend him to anyone. He is very professional and is a straight shooter. He will tell you the truth straight and to the point. He will not fill your he...ad with false hopes or just tell you what he thinks you want to hear. If your in need of a great attorney choose him and you will not be disappointed.

Posted by Chris | December 02, 2024 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Didn’t retain him, but that’s part of why he got 5 stars.

Last week I met with Attorney Kecskemethy for a consultation and he was extremely helpful. Unlike the other lawyers I talked to, he actually listened to what I had to say and didn’t ramble on for long periods about items that weren’t really relevant to my situation. He spoke to me with candor and he ...didn’t talk down to me, he actually made me feel like a peer and not like I was buying a used car. I also got the sense that he is very well-informed/educated on the areas of law that we discussed. Ultimately, he gave me a fresh perspective on the case, that while I’m still adjusting to, is probably going to be a better way of looking at it. Ultimately, I didn’t retain him, but it wasn’t because I had any doubts about his knowledge, skill, or ability; it was only because he explained how I can likely accomplish what I need to at a better value using another attorney. He explained that he can and would take the case, but it’s likely that I could accomplish the same goal(s) for less money by using one of the attorneys in my backyard; he even gave me a couple recommendations for attorneys who aren’t affiliated with him or his practice, and wasn’t even like, “Make sure you tell them I sent you” or anything like that. So this is why I’m giving him 5 stars, a well-deserved 5 stars.

Posted by Donna | November 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

If you have a problem, this firm will HELP

Was going through a complicated separation & divorce. This firm helped me every step of the way, and resolved what I thought was never ending. Mr Keckskemethy., and Ms Harley are very professional, GREAT in COURT, and I'm happy to say, I'm FINALLY DIVORCED... THANK YOU both so much !!

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, Jaffe & Kecskemethy, P.C.

1989 - 2005

Attorney, Joseph M. Kecskemethy, Esq.

Associations

2010 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1990 - Present

Butler County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

Butler County Bar Association

President

2010 - 2011

Butler County Bar Association

Vice President

Education

1989

University of Pittsburgh

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

University of Pittsburgh

MPIA

1985

University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Family Law Practice in Western Pennsylania

Family Law Practice in Western Pennsylvania

2010

Family Law Practice in Western Pennsylvania

Family Law Practice in Western Pennsylvania

Languages

English

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