Alexander J. Palutis

Alexander J. Palutis

also known as A.J. Palutis

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Harrisburg, PA
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation

4431 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA

About Alexander

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 38 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1987

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Location

Smigel, Anderson & Sacks, LLP

4431 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17110

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Alexander J. Palutis's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brad | June 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Very Best Pa Workers' Compensation Lawye

A.J. Palutis is the very best Pa Workers’ Compenastion Attorney. He took my case and immediately my benefits were started. Most importantly, he put my health first. He found me a wonderful doctor to treat my knee after my first surgery went bad. Without A.J. , I would not be where I am today. My he...alth and the condition of my knee have improved. The icing on the cake was his ability to obtain a very high settlement of my case. A.J. is honest, trustworthy and very intelligent. His experience and his knowledge of the Pa Workers’ Compensation system and laws are what got me through the hardest period of my life. He truly cares about his clients. If you have a work injury, don’t look any further. Get A.J. Palutis as your lawyer!!

Posted by Daniel | August 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Excellent Attorney to Represent you for Pa. Workers' Comp

A.J. Palutis Esq.was the most helpful and straightforward attorney. He is a Pa Workers' Comp Law certified specialist. He really knows his craft. I was injured on the job and to make matters worse , I was left go from my job after the injury. A.J. took my case and strongly presented our evidence. I e...nded up going to s settlement conference where A.J. negotiated an Excellent settlement for me and my family. I was desperate and I don't know what I would have done without his knowledge and representation. If your hurt at work in Pa. do not hesitate to call A.J. You will be happy you got him as your Workers' Comp attorney.

Posted by MICHAEL | September 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

A.J. is a Total Life Saver- Best Workers' Comp Attorney

AJ was a great help to me in my Pa.Workers' Compensation case.He was there for me in the difficult time after my work injury.His representation was excellent. He answered all my questions and managed to obtain an excellent lump sum settlement for me and my family. I highly recommend that anyone conta...ct AJ Palutis to represent them for Pa. Worker's Compensation matters. He's really the best!!

Posted by Bill Davis | May 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

The best workers compensation attourney!!!

Aj palutis is an outstanding attourney. He demonstrates perfect professionalism, extremely personable, extremely educated and the best representation in workers compensation law! He held my hand through the entire process from beginning to end, not only fought and won my case with a very favorable se...ttlement but I was cared for and given the best medical treatment all because because of Aj palutis. All in all he is more than just the best workers compensation attourney in the state of Pennsylvania but I am also proud to call Aj palutis a friend of mine! Thank you Aj for helping me through this tough time and getting my life back together!

Posted by John | April 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Excellent and Highly Skilled Workers' Compensation Attorney

It is scarry to go through the whole Pa. Workers' Compensation process. I severely injured my knee at work and was amazed at the lengths the insurance company will go to take away your benefits. I was so fortunate to find Attorney A.J. Palutis to be my lawyer. His experience of having been on both si...des of the process was the advantage that helped me the most. He knew exactly what the other side was going to do before they even acted. I would have been lost without A.J. and I never would gotten the excellent settlement that I did without his knowledge and aggressive representstion. I would recommend A.J. to anyone that needs a Workers' Compensation lawyer in Pa. He is also a great guy!

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Louis Michelsen

Workers compensation lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Leonard

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"AJ is one of the finest lawyers practicing workers compensation in Pennsylvania. He is a worthy adversary and a gentleman. I highly recommend him. Mick Leonard, JD."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Thomas Wilken

Workers compensation lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with and have had cases against Mr. Palutis for 20 years. He is a fair but Bull Dog tough litigator. I highly recommend Mr. Palutis."

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Robert Mannor

Workers compensation lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"AJ Palutis is a well qualified Workers Comp Attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Gray

Workers compensation lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with AJ for several years. His attention to detail and knowledge of the law make him an excellent trial attorney."

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Ronald Calhoon

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer because for 22 years he has been the opposing counsel on many cases and has always shown all involved the attention and respect deserved and is able to get things done others struggle with over prolonged periods of time."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Pa. Workers' Compensation Law Certified Specialist, Pennsylvania Bar Association Workers' Comp Section and the Pennsylvania Supreme Court

2012

Pa.Super Lawyer (Workers' Compensation), Super Lawyers

2012

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Pa. Super Lawyer (Wokers' Compensation), Super Lawyers

2011

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Pa. Super Lawyer (Workers' Compensation), Super Lawyers

2010

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Partner, Smigel, Anderson & Sacks, LLP

Associations

2012 - Present

Kid's Chance of Pennsylvania

President

1987 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

1987 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Law Section

1987 - Present

American Bar Association

1987 - Present

Dauphin County Bar Association

1987 - Present

Dauphin County Bar Association Workers' Compensation Section

2011 - 2012

Kids Chance of Pennsylvania

President-Elect

Sample of Legal Cases

Harrisburg Pa. Police Officer Wins Workers' Compensation Case

My injured worker client won his case.

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Education

1987

University of Pittsburgh School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Georgetown University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2007

Handling the Workers' Compensation Case

Cross-Examination of the Medical Expert

2006

Pa. Bureau of Workers' Compensation Annual Conference

The Independant Medical Exam vs. The Second Opinion

Publications

Activity

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