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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23 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | September 19, 2011 | Child Custody
Father Awarded Custody
This was my first real experience with the legal system but I heard John was the best. I was not sure how everything worked and I was confused on what was relevant. I entrusted John completely with the custody battle for my son. He is both professional and very direct to the point utilizing only some...
Posted by Jeff | January 06, 2010 | Family
Excellence In Family Law
John Pyfer is really the only choice for family law issues if you are fortunate enough to become a client of his. A divorced father, I was continuing to have difficult times with custody issues and I just felt like the legal system was not working in my favor. Then, I lost what I thought was a cut ...
Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2009 | Family
Best of the Best
Mr. Pyfer is a very knowledgeable and competent attorney. He not only demonstrates professionalism at all times but his enitre firm echos his sense of justice, fairness, responsiveness and honesty. Mr. Pyfer was always honest and upfront so that as a client I knew what to expect and what the options ...
Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2009
Lancasters Elite Lawyer and Firm
John and his staff are extremely professional. He is known as the "Shark" because he gets the job done. I would recommend him to anyone but be prepared and remember you get what you pay for and with Pyfer Partners, Expertise and Knowledge is worth every cent. Because a Win is a Win.
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