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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Posted by anonymous | March 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

A firm that provides excellent counsel and peace-of-mind...

We are eternally grateful to The Elder Law Firm of Robert Clofine for the estate planning done for my mother and father. There are so many ways to describe Attorney Clofine and his team but professional, knowledgeable, affable, conscientious, and effective are the first adjectives that come to mind. ...It is no wonder their firm's reputation precedes them. Thanks to their expertise, we have peace-of-mind knowing my mother and father have the best care available for their needs. We highly recommend The Elder Law Firm of Robert Clofine for anyone seeking estate planning for themselves or their aging family members. TS, PhD

Posted by Gene | February 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Highly Professional and Easy to Work With

We engaged Mr. Clofine to help us understand and deal with a Trust we had developed years ago. He explained why the trust was much more than we needed in our circumstances and recommended a more straight forward approach. We like the more simplified way of dealing with our estate.

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 Pam | June 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Exceptional Attorney

Attorney Clofine recently prepared my Will and Trust and I could not have been more pleased with the experience! He is personable, knowledgeable, professional, transparent with communications and thorough with his work. HIGHLY recommend. Thank you, Attorney Clofine!

Posted by Patricia | January 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

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.

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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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