Robert Clofine

Robert Clofine

4.7
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 43 years

Elder law Lawyer at York, PA
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts

340 Pine Grove Commons, York, PA

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Elder Law 34%

44 years

34%
Probate 25%

44 years

25%
Trusts 8%

44 years

8%

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 43 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1982

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Location

Law Offices of Robert Clofine

340 Pine Grove Commons, York, PA, 17403

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Robert Clofine's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Probate

Posted by Jeff | January 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate

First Class Law Firm -- High Level of Integrity

Attorney Clofine helped me to settle the estate of my mother. He and his staff were responsive, professional, and kind throughout the process. They provided clear explanations and provided good guidance and advice throughout. The cost was very reasonable and exactly what they told me it would be u...pfront. I highly recommend Mr Clofine!

Posted by Monica | June 27, 2017 | Probate

May be a great lawyer but his personality sucks

This lawyer may be great and knowledgeable. But when I called him for help about my mother's estate he was a bit of a jerk. Yes, we did contact him months after our mother's death. But he didn't have to make me feel bad for not contacting a lawyer sooner and point out to me that it sounds like we ...made a mess of her estate and he was too busy, enquired how would pay and then stated had no desire to take us on. Which is fair enough but he could have shown a little empathy and at least expressed a wee bit of sympathy albeit feigned that my mother had died. I would not recommend this lawyer no matter how great he is.

Robert Clofine

Replied last June 27, 2017

I did take the time to return this prospective client's call and explained that the situation was somewhat of a mess and I wasn't in the position to assist to her. I referred her to two other local attorneys. She was obviously upset about the situation she was in and I am sorry I wasn't able to assist her.

Posted by Patricia | January 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate

TOP NOTCH!

Robert Clofine and his firm provided me with much need assistance in planning for and settling my late mother's estate. The entire staff was gracious, understanding, thorough and most of all, competent. I could depend upon Mr. Clofine to ensure all work was approached in a most professional manner;... our communications were regular with immediate responses to queries. I also engaged his firm's services to arrange my own estate plans with equally satisfying results. I highly recommend Mr. Clofine's estate planning for yourself, family members and/or friends. His services will bring peace of mind and comfort to you and yours.

Posted by Jeffery | October 30, 2009 | Probate

Robert Clofine evaluation-Jeff King 10/28/09

Research yielded a very good evaluation of Attorney Clofine, before we retained his services for my parents. The four plus years of dealing with Rob have verified this evaluation. Rob has been very knowledgeable, professional and has provided excellence service to my parents and then to me as the exe...cutor/administrator of my parents estates. We have recommended Rob to friends who are in need this type of service. We plan on having Rob prepare the wills and necessary paperwork for my wife and myself. In summary, Rob's credentials are excellent and his service meets those credentials.

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Robert Clofine's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Henry Goodall

Elder law lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rob Clofine is generally regarded in Pennsylvania as one of the most knowledgeable attorneys in the areas of elder law and estate planning. He is the featured speaker at state-wide educational programs and has authoritative answers to other lawyers' questions."

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Linda Anderson

Elder law lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rob Clofine is one of the best, nationally recognized elder law attorneys in the U.S. Clients can be assured that they will receive some of the best, most current advice available regarding their important elder law and estate planning issues. I endorse Rob with the highest rating possible. Linda M. Anderson, Certified Elder Law Attorney"

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Jeffrey Marshall

Elder law lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. For years Robert Clofine has been one of the most well respected elder law and estate lawyers in Pennsylvania. He has been a leader of the Pennsylvania Bar serving as Chair of its elder law section. He has generously given his time to educating other lawyers to that they might be able to better serve their older clients. I can recommend Robert Clofine to anyone who seeks the highest quality legal services in the areas of estate planning, elder law, and estate administration. Jeffrey A. Marshall, Esquire Williamsport, PA 17701"

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2008

Best Lawyer in America in Elder Law 2008-Present, Best Lawyers in America

2005

Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in Elder Law 2005-Present, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Owner, Elder Law Office of Robert Clofine

Associations

2009 - Present

American College of Trust and Estate Counsel

Fellow

2008 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Elder Law Attorneys

Founding Member

2000 - Present

Elder Law Section of the Pennsylvania Bar Association

Former Chair

1991 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

1984 - Present

York County Bar Association

Former Chair of Estate Planning & Probate Section

Education

1982

University of Pittsburgh School of Law

Juris Doctor cum laude

1978

Villanova University

BA - Bachelor of Arts cum laude

Speaking Engagements

2017

Estate & Elder Law Symposium

Annual Update

2017

Elder Law Institute

Opening session speaker at statewide seminar every year since 2000

2016

Elder Law Update

Case Law Review

Publications

2008

Pennsylvania Bar Section newsletter Re-Thinking the Simple Will

2003

Pennsylvania Bar Quarterly Evaluating Long-Term Care Insurance Options
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