Profiled in Super Lawyers Magazine, Article available at www.pyferpartners.com. 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 www.pyferpartners.com. 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
Divorce, Custody, Suport, Pre-Martial Agreements
48 years
Plaintiff practice
48 years
48 years
48 years
Languages spoken
Spanish
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| PA | Active | 1972 | 05/08/2021 |
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Buffalo | Boy Scouts of America | 2013 |
| Best Lawyer in Lancaster County | Lancaster County Magazine | 2012 |
| Best Attorney in Lancaster County | Lancaster County Magazine | 2011 |
| Pennsylvania Super Lawyer | Philadelphia Magazine | 2010 |
| Best Attorney In Lancaster County | Lancaster County Magazine | 2010 |
| Who's Who in American Law | Marquis | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Best Attorney In Lancaster County | Lancaster Magazine | 2009 |
| Pennsylvania Super Lawyer | Philadelphia Magazine | 2009 |
| Who's Who in America | Marquis | 2008 |
| Ethics in Business Nominee | Samaritan Counseling Center | 2008 |
| Best Attorney In Lancaster County | Lancaster County Magazine | 2008 |
| Best Attorney in Lancaster County | Lancaster County Magazine | 2007 |
| Distinquished Eagle Scout | Boy Scouts of America | 2002 |
| Silver Antelope | Boy Scouts of America | 1998 |
| Silver Beaver | Boy Scouts of America | 1988 |
| Who's Who in the World | Marquis | N/A |
| Who's Who in Emerging Leaders of America | Marquis | N/A |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Of Counsel | Pyfer Partners | 2013 - Present |
| President | Pyfer Partners | 1976 - Present |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lancaster County Conservancy | Board Member | 2015 - Present |
| Free and Accepted Masons: Lodge 43 | Treasurer | 2012 - Present |
| Hororable Order of Kentucky Colonels | Member | 2010 - Present |
| Slumberling Groundhog Lodge of Quarryville | Honorary Member | 2005 - Present |
| Willow Street Lions Club | Twice Past President | 1974 - Present |
| Willow Street United Church of Christ | Twice Past President | 1946 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| American Arbitration Association | Member | N/A |
| Christian Legal Society | Member | N/A |
| Heritage Center of Lancaster County | Past Chairman | 2000 - 2012 |
| American Board of Criminal Lawyers | Fellow | 1990 - 1996 |
| W. Hensel Brown American Inn of Court | Founder and past president | 1990 - 1996 |
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 1986 - 2000 |
| Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 1986 - 2000 |
| Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 1986 - 2000 |
| Association of Trial Lawyers of America | Member | 1976 - 1996 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| ABA Family Law Journal | The Juvenile"s Right to Receive Treatment | 1973 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1972 |
| Haverford College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1969 |
| The Peddie School | cum laude diploma | 1965 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| National Meeting | Estate Planning | 2012 |
| Masonic Lodges in Pennsylvania | The Significancance of the Eagle Scout Award | 2012 |
| High 12 Luncheon | My Memorable Cases | 2012 |
| Annual Banquet | "The Boy Scouts of America--A Secret?" | 2011 |
| Washington Lodge l64 | The Significance of the Eagle Scout Rank | 2010 |
| Gathering of Eagles | Significance of Being an Eagle Scout | 2010 |
|---|---|---|
| Continuing Legal Education | Computer and Family Law | 2009 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Commonwealth of Pennsylvania v. Paul Crafton aka "The Mystery Professor" | All felonies withdrawn. |
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Heather Adams, Family Attorney on Aug 28, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
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!
Robert Going, Family Attorney on Sep 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Jansen Honberger, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
A truly enjoyable colleague to deal with. Always professional and courteous to both clients and colleagues, John practices with utmost integrity.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 6, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Michael McDonald, Family Attorney on Mar 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in 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.
David Lewis, Family Attorney on Feb 24, 2014
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
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.
Shane Broderick, General practice Attorney on Jul 18, 2013
Relationship: Other
I fully endorse Mr. Pfyer. In addition to his great knowledge and experience, he is a leader in terms of integrity and professionalism.
Christopher Patterson, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 14, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
John is one of Lancaster PA's legends in Domestic Relations practice. I heartily endorse him.
Richard Katz, Family Attorney on Dec 27, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Justin Gearty, Family Attorney on Dec 26, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
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.
Julie Miller, Family Attorney on Sep 26, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
I endorse this lawyer.
Angela Ward, General practice Attorney on Aug 13, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Craig Russell, Family Attorney on Dec 12, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I've known John for over 30 years. He is a skillful, well prepared advocate for his clients.
Jozefa Jackson, Family Attorney on Feb 3, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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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