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Kurt A. Blake

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Avvo Rating9.7
  • York, PA
  • Licensed for 27 years
  • Free consultation
Kurt A. Blake
Kurt A. Blake
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About Kurt

An experienced litigator, ready and willing to listen and assist our clients.

With 23 years of litigation and case experience I am very comfortable in the Courtroom.  However, what I strive to do is prepare my clients for their courtroom experience with trying to educate the client about their case, the process and the potential resolution of their case. 

Practice areas

OtherGeneral practiceLandlord or tenantReal estateLitigation
  1. Litigation: 30%

    regularly involved with civil litigation cases from debt collection, to property disputes, zoning, estate, etc.

    28 years

  2. Real estate: 25%

    extensive litigation history with quiet title, settlements, financing, tax sales, foreclosures

    28 years

  3. Landlord or tenant: 25%

    Over 10,000 eviction cases brought, with handling of appeals at Common Pleas of all nature of Landlord matters. Fair Housing disputes. Instructor on this area of law and Solicitor to Apartment Owner Association. Also been a landlord for many years myself.

    28 years

  4. General practice: 10%

    As a firm we provide a diverse and varied ability to represent clients needs.

    28 years

  1. Criminal defense: 5%

    Have litigated well over 100 jury trials, with representation in all areas of criminal defense.

    28 years

  2. Probate: 5%

    Vast experience in preparation of wills, POAs, living wills, as well as the estate and probate process

    28 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Www.palitigators.com
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Blake & Schanbacher Law, LLC

Www.palitigators.com
29 E Philadelphia Street
York, PA, 17401

Website
http://palitigators.com/

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
PAActive199301/02/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers60
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Client RatingMartindale-Hubbell2018
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2017
Select LawyerSusquehanna Style2016
Top LitigatorTop 100 litigator2016
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2016
Top One PercentNational Association of Distinguished Counsel2016
10 Best for Client SatisfactionAmerican Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys2016
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2015
Who's Who in American LawWho's Who In American Law2015
Select Lawyer - LitigationSusquehanna Style2015
Nation's Top One PercentNational Association of Distinguished Counsel2015
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2014
Distinction of Select Lawyer - LitigationSelect Lawyers2014
Lifesaving AwardYork County Sheriffs Office2011
Presidential Heroism AwardYork County Bar Association2011
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerBlake Law Firm2015 - Present
Managing PartnerBLAKE & GROSS, LLC2001 - Present
Loan CommitteeYork County Planning Commission2012 - 2013
Neighborhood Stabilization ProgramCounty of York2011 - 2013
InstructorPA Supreme Court Minor Judiciary Education Board2010 - 2013
PresidentAnchor Abstracting Company, Inc.1998 - 2013
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Olivias HouseBoard of Directors2016 - Present
York County BarN/A1993 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Tax Law SectionN/A1993 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
REIOYA Practical Guide to Landlording2000
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Widener University School of Law, Harrisburg PAJD - Juris Doctor1993
University of Rhode IslandBA - Bachelor of Arts1990
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Judge UpdatesMDJ Civil and Landlord Updates2017
Supreme Court Minor JudiciaryMDJ Update on Civil and Real Estate2016
Magisterial District JudgesCivil, Real Estate, Landlord and Tenant2014
A comprehensive update on the current topics for LandlordLandlord Update2013
AOPCMDJ 2013-2014 Civil and Landlord Update2013
2013-2014 MDJ UPDATECivil, Landlord and Real Estate updateN/A
PA MDJCivil and Landlord Update 2012-2013N/A

Reviews

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Review Kurt Blake

Great attorney

Posted by

Have used Attorney Blake for both personal and business matters over the last 9 years. Has always been very prompt, professional , and diligent. Some instances he has told me what I may not wanted to hear but what was the best legal avenue to pursue. Will continue using him for all my matters.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

One of the Best

Posted by

Mr Blake is one of the finest. Not just a stuffed suit but a genuine man who cares about his clients. My husband and I have trusted him with two very different legal battles and he has never let us down. His vast knowledge of law, mixed with his down to earth personality and persistence has been a blessing to our family. We personally recommend and trust him.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Eager to help!

Posted by

Kurt thanks for the willingness to help and answer my questions and concerns in a timely manner.
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Consulted attorney

He is the best of the best

Posted by

Oh yes, Kurt is a great lawyer. He's saved me and my girlfriend more than once. His rates are reasonable and I can assure anyone you'll get better results using him than most any other lawyer. He kept me from sitting 2-3 years mandatory upstate on a bogus charge. He got it dropped to make a false statement to police and I got off with a years probation. Pretty good when considering I was planning on at least a 2 year vacation. Doubt my word? Consult with him on your case and see if he doesn't get better results than you're getting now from your attorney.
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Consulted attorney

The Best Real Estate Attorney in York!!

Posted by

I have used Attorney Kurt Blake for five years now. He handles all my real estate transactions. He makes it very easy from buying to selling and even the landlord tenant legal matters. He files all the necessary paperwork for all my evictions. I worked with many attorneys in the past for my real estate needs and Kurt is by far the most knowledgeable and efficient. I recommend him to everyone.

One of the Best!

Posted by

I have used Attorney Kurt Blake since 2005. When I opened my business York Property Managenent Group Inc, in 2008, Kurt was at the top of my list. Since then, Kurt has overseen my entire business and personal real estate portfolio and has helped my company grew each and every year! Kurt is absolutely outstanding in his knowledge of real estate law and property management law.

Free Consultation? No sir.

Posted by

Even though they advertise as having a free consultation, let me assure you that they do not offer free consultations as advertised.
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Attorney endorsements

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Jesse Markley

I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Blake brings a wealth of experience to each client's case he represents.

Richard Sands, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 26, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Kurt is a zealous advocate with a wealth of experience. He fights aggressively for his client's rights. I am pleased to endorse Kurt to anyone looking for high quality legal representation from someone who cares.

Joel Kofsky, Real estate Attorney on Jun 6, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I initially met Attorney Blake due to adverse interests in a tax sale. I "won"...but needed his help to complete the purchase. His knowledge of the nuances of tax sales and title insurance is excellent. His character is beyond question as his dedication to clients. Accordingly, I endorse Kurt without reservation and encourage you to contact him.

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