John F. Pyfer Jr.
About John
Biography
Profiled in Super Lawyers Magazine, Article available at . Named Best Attornery in Lancaster by Lancaster Magazine for 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and again in 2012. Named Pennsylvanis Lawyer of the Month, Article availalbe at . Named Susquehanna Select Attorney. Ralph Taylor Fellow: Lions International. Distinquished Eagle Scout, BSA. Silver Buffalo Receipant, BSA; Board Chairman: LANCASTER Conseravanncy; Board of Director: Masonic Villages. 33 Degree Mason.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 53 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1972
No misconduct found
Location
Pyfer Partners
128 North Lime Street, Lancaster, PA, 17602-2951
Pyfer Partners
2801 Willow Street Pike, Willow Street, PA, 17584
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John F. Pyfer Jr.'s Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | November 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Mergers & Acquisitions
Excellent Service
Mr. Pyfer had provided legal services to my or Volunteer Fire Company for many years. I've had the opportunity to work with Mr. Pyfer over the last 12 years. John provided services with by-law and policy reviews, rental agreements, disputes and most recently our merger with the municipality. John al...
Posted by anonymous | August 01, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Happy Retirement!
John handled divorce, custody, wills, business and civil cases for my family and me. The finest attorney Lancaster has ever seen, and a finer gentleman. I will miss his expertise.
Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Client
Mr. Pyfer and his associates were always prompt in getting back to me, professional, caring, kind, and honest throughout the entire divorce, support, and custody process. They guided me through a difficult process making sure I knew what needed to be done without wasting my time or money. It would ...
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
You will not be disappointed.
For more than a decade, I have called upon Attorney Pyfer for legal advice in several different cases. His advice was always spot on and he did not try to fool me or give me the impression I would receive any more than I was entitled to in my divorce action. My phone calls were always returned with...
Posted by ERIC | December 19, 2012 | Probate
Estate Settlements
I am an Auctioneer and I have worked with John to settle several Estates! He is very knowledgeable in handling the settlement of Estates! He is attentive, straight forward, and very informative to clients on their choices of outcome. He is eager to keep the time line for each estate settlement on the...
John F. Pyfer Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Pyfer and his impressive career have been the subject of numerous newspaper and magazine articles. He is consistently rated as one of the top attorneys in Lancaster County. His knowledge, experience, and skill level are beyond reproach. I highly endorse this attorney!"
"I endorse this lawyer. John works tirelessly for his clients and is well respected in the legal community. John has excelled in a variety of legal forums and I have learned much from him. John also contributes a great deal to the community outside the courtroom."
"A truly enjoyable colleague to deal with. Always professional and courteous to both clients and colleagues, John practices with utmost integrity."
"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endose John Pyfer as one of the foremost attorneys in Central Pennsylvania. He has a long standing reputation as an tenacious and outstanding advocate for his clients in the field of family law."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. I worked for John for almost seven years, and could not have asked for a better mentor and teacher. He is aggressive when necessary, but not to the detriment of a client if a case should be settled. His eyes are always on the big picture, and he does not get mired down in the everyday things that make family law difficult. John sets the bar high in everything he does, and works hard to not only reach, but exceed his own lofty expectations of himself."
"I fully endorse Mr. Pfyer. In addition to his great knowledge and experience, he is a leader in terms of integrity and professionalism."
Divorce and separation lawyer | May 14
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"John is one of Lancaster PA's legends in Domestic Relations practice. I heartily endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is an excellent attorney who understands the nuances of Family Law and represents his clients zealously and assertively. He is courteous and always conducts himself professionally I have known John for over 32 years and have found, when working with him when we have cases against each other, that he always has command of the facts and the law."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is professional and respectful when dealing with oppossing counsel, the court, and the parties and is an excellent advocate for his clients."
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"John Pyfer mediated a complicated real estate litigation involving multiple defendants and theories of law and, to the surprise of all parties, the mediation resulted in a full and final resolution of all claims - due in large part to the adroit sophistication and talents of our mediator, John Pyfer. After giving each attorney the chance to lay out our case, Mr. Pyfer cut to the chase with a spot-on analysis of the case, the strengths and weaknesses in plaintiffs arguments and the varying degrees of exposure faced by each defendant. He then finessed the negotiations such that each party left the table - not thrilled with the result, but glad that said result was obtained. The respect that Mr. Pyfer showed for Robert Going Sr., the Going and Plank law firm and for my work, combined with his thorough cost and time analysis of the litigation process helped to make our client confident that accepting the offered settlements was the right course of action."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known John for over 30 years. He is a skillful, well prepared advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. John is always professional. I can trust that he will accurately represent the facts to the Court and will not try to blindside opposing counsel. I have much respect for his ethics and professionalism."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Silver Buffalo, Boy Scouts of America
2012
Best Lawyer in Lancaster County, Lancaster County Magazine
2011
Best Attorney in Lancaster County, Lancaster County Magazine
2010
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2010
Best Attorney In Lancaster County, Lancaster County Magazine
2009
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2009
Best Attorney In Lancaster County, Lancaster Magazine
2009
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2008
Who's Who in America, Marquis
2008
Ethics in Business Nominee, Samaritan Counseling Center
2008
Best Attorney In Lancaster County, Lancaster County Magazine
2007
Best Attorney in Lancaster County, Lancaster County Magazine
2002
Distinquished Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
1998
Silver Antelope, Boy Scouts of America
1988
Silver Beaver, Boy Scouts of America
N/A
Who's Who in the World, Marquis
N/A
Who's Who in Emerging Leaders of America, Marquis
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Of Counsel, Pyfer Partners
1976 - Present
President, Pyfer Partners
Associations
2015 - Present
Lancaster County ConservancyBoard Member
2012 - Present
Free and Accepted Masons: Lodge 43Treasurer
2010 - Present
Hororable Order of Kentucky ColonelsMember
2005 - Present
Slumberling Groundhog Lodge of QuarryvilleHonorary Member
1974 - Present
Willow Street Lions ClubTwice Past President
1946 - Present
Willow Street United Church of ChristTwice Past President
Member
Member
2000 - 2012
Heritage Center of Lancaster CountyPast Chairman
1990 - 1996
American Board of Criminal LawyersFellow
1990 - 1996
W. Hensel Brown American Inn of CourtFounder and past president
1986 - 2000
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1986 - 2000
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1986 - 2000
Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1976 - 1996
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
All felonies withdrawn.
Education
1972
JD - Juris Doctor
1969
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1965
cum laude diploma
Speaking Engagements
2012
2012
The Significancance of the Eagle Scout Award
2012
My Memorable Cases
2011
"The Boy Scouts of America--A Secret?"
2010
The Significance of the Eagle Scout Rank
2010
Significance of Being an Eagle Scout
2009
Computer and Family Law
Publications
1973
Languages
Spanish