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Michael Cherewka
also known as Cherewka Law
About Michael
Biography
With my background in accounting as well as being a licensed Real Estate Broker in Pennsylvania, I can share my unique background and experience when working with individuals, families, and small and mid-tier businesses in the areas of estate planning, taxation, corporations and business planning, business acquisitions and sales, succession planning, business exit strategies, and real estate
Specialties:Business planning for small and mid-tier businesses, including choice of entity, acquisitions and sales, and business exit strategies and succession planning: Estate Planning, Trusts and Estates Administration
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 395-395 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 44 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1981
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Location
Cherewka Law
624 N Front Street, Wormleysburg, PA, 17043
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Michael Cherewka's Reviews
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Posted by Mioara | April 1, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
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Very explanatory and knowledgeable. I would call him anytime and recommend him to anyone for a legal advice.
Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
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I thank the Attorney he answered my post, he gave me an advice to his best knowledge and intent. I followed the advice and it got me nowhere. Johnstown is VERY depressed place . So I thank You again, sincerely
Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2009
Client Review
I engaged Mr. Cherewka some years ago for help with business matters, and ended up needing his help with some very serious and threatening personal issues. He went above and beyond the call during one of the most difficult times of my life. I can't say enough good things about Michael Cherewka.
Michael Cherewka's Lawyer Endorsements
"The answers of Mr. Cherewka are consistently accurate, full of analysis, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mike for more than 30 years. He is an outstanding attorney. He is very knowledgeable in the intricate details of the law. Mike is also very personable and able to explain those details in a way that is easy to understand."
"Excellent Attorney with years of experience in Estate Planning and Business Law."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement, Marquis Who'sWho
2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
1997
Distinguished Service Award, American Heart Association, Pennsylvania Affiliate
1987
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who'sWho
1983
Outstanding Young Man of America, U.S. Jaycees
1981
Woolsack Society, Penn State University, The Dickinson School of Law
1976
Omicron Delta Kappa International Honor Society, Bucknell University
1976
Delta Mu Delta International Honor Society for Business, Bucknell University
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Michael Cherewka
1983 - 1989
Associate, Ball Skelly Murren & Connell
1981 - 1983
Tax Attorney, Ernst & Whinney, LLP
Associations
2019 - Present
Alliance of Merger & Acquisition AdvisorsMember
2007 - Present
NAIFAMember
1996 - Present
WealthCounselAttorney Member
1983 - Present
Estate Planning Council of Central PennsylvaniaAttorney Member
1982 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
1982 - Present
Dauphin CountyBar AssociationsMember
1999 - 2007
National Network of Estate Planning AttorneysMember
1998 - 2018
Pennsylvania Association of Nonprofit OrganizationsBoard of Directors
1991 - 1992
Estate Planning Council of Central PennsylvaniaPresident
1980 - 1992
AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATIONMember, Section of Taxation
Sample of Legal Cases
Commercial Real Estate Transaction $3.5 Million
Successful Closing
Represented Seller of Business $8.4 Million
Successful sale of business
Education
1981
Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude
1978
Bucknell University
B.S.B.A., Cum Laude
Speaking Engagements
2019
Pennsylvania Bar Institute Seminar
How to Close an Estate: Court Accountings and Family Agreements 2019
2019
Pennsylvania Bar Institute Seminar
How to Handle Small & Insolvent Estates 2019
2019
2018
NBI - CLE
Business Law: Top Challenges
2018
National Business Institute (NBI) Seminar
Estate Planning for Farmers and Ranchers
2016
Estate Planning for Owners of Oil and Gas Rights
Estate Planning, Oil & Gas Rights
2013
Bucknell University SBDC Workshop Series
Exit Strategies
Publications
2016
Cherewka Law
4 Simple Ways to Avoid Probate Costs
2016
2016
2016
Cherewka Law
Check Your Beneficiaries
2016
Cherewka Law
How to Make Your Inheritance Last
2015
Cherewka Law
Using a Pennsylvania Power of Attorney for Gifting
2015
Cherewka Law
10 Tips for First Time Home Buyers
2015
Cherewka Law
Joint Executors for Pennsylvania Estates
2015
Cherewka Law
Incapacity is Part of Estate Planning
2002
Quantum Press publication
Strictly Business : Planning Strategies for Privately Owned Businesses
1991
Real Property, Probate & Trust Newsletter, Pennsylvania Bar Association, Issue No. 35
Reenactment of Pennsylvania Inheritance & Estate Taxes by Act 22 0f 1991
1986
Pennsylvania Tax Service Matthew Bender & Co., Inc.
Pennsylvania Tax Service
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a person with a minor child renting my home in Pennsylvania create a quit claim deed and take my house without my knowledge?
23 Feb 2022
Q&A
What is the best way to purchase a home from my mother at below market value?
16 Feb 2022
Q&A
We inc a Delaware Corp in 2019? We are essentially virtual in different stars.
09 Feb 2022