Overall Rating
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4.3 /5.0
11 Client Reviews
$ 300-300 per hour
About Kurt
Biography
With 29 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.
An experienced litigator, ready and willing to listen and assist our clients.
A landlord, a landlord attorney, a landlord instructor!
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Litigation
30%
33 years | 500 cases
Landlord or Tenant
25%
33 years | 10,000 cases
Real Estate
25%
33 years | 500 cases
General Practice
10%
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Blake & Schanbacher Law, LLC
Www.palitigators.com, 29 E Philadelphia Street, York, PA, 17401
palitigators.com/Gallery
Online Presence
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Kurt A. Blake's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | March 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Business
Great attorney
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.
Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2024
Rude and unprofessional
They were very unreliable and rude during calls! I would not waste my time with this law firm. They were very unprofessional and hostile towards me. This was just the initial phone call. They canceled my appointment to review my case one day before my appointment and I lost time on my case. They ...
Kurt A. Blake's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Blake brings a wealth of experience to each client's case he represents."
"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."
"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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Experience
Honors
2018
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Select Lawyer, Susquehanna Style
2016
Top Litigator, Top 100 litigator
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2016
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2015
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law
2015
Select Lawyer - Litigation, Susquehanna Style
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Distinction of Select Lawyer - Litigation, Select Lawyers
2011
Presidential Heroism Award, York County Bar Association
2011
Lifesaving Award, York County Sheriffs Office
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Managing Partner, Blake and Schanbacher Law LLC
2010 - Present
Instructor, PA Supreme Court Minor Judiciary Education Board
1998 - Present
President, Anchor Abstracting Company, Inc.
2015 - 2017
Partner, Blake Law Firm
2012 - 2013
Loan Committee, York County Planning Commission
2011 - 2013
Neighborhood Stabilization Program, County of York
2001 - 2017
Managing Partner, BLAKE & GROSS, LLC
Associations
2016 - Present
Olivias HouseBoard of Directors
1993 - Present
York County Bar
1993 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Tax Law Section
Education
1993
Widener University School of Law, Harrisburg PA
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Rhode Island
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Judge Updates
MDJ Civil and Landlord Updates
2016
Supreme Court Minor Judiciary
MDJ Update on Civil and Real Estate
2014
Magisterial District Judges
Civil, Real Estate, Landlord and Tenant
2013
AOPC
MDJ 2013-2014 Civil and Landlord Update
2013
A comprehensive update on the current topics for Landlord
Landlord Update
N/A
PA MDJ
Civil and Landlord Update 2012-2013
N/A
2013-2014 MDJ UPDATE
Civil, Landlord and Real Estate update
Publications
2000
REIOY
A Practical Guide to Landlording
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is there any reason a triple net RESIDENTIAL lease would be unenforceable in Pennsylvania?
05 Jan 2014
Q&A
Sue Tenants for Beg Bug Damages in Pennsylvania
22 Dec 2013
Q&A
Can Comcast access and cross property without permission and put up a new line? Permission was not given.
05 Nov 2013