John T. O'Malley

John T. O'Malley

also known as O'Malley Law Office, LLC

3.5
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 29 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Clarks Summit, PA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Wills & Living Wills ... +2 more

109 East Grove Street, Clarks Summit, PA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025
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Free Consultation

$0 first 5 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 29 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1996

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025

Location

O'Malley Law Office, LLC

109 East Grove Street, Clarks Summit, PA, 18411

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John T. O'Malley's Reviews

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3.6 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Debra | August 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Custody

I would like to thank Mr. O'Malley for all his ongoing professionalism in bringing my out of state case to a conclusion. It was with the best outcome I could have ever hoped for. I most highly recommend Mr O'Malley to anyone that is in need of an excellent attorney.

Posted by Peter | January 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Attorney

My attorney successfully won my case without any penalties or fines. Responded immediately to my calls and emails when I needed immediate advice. I would recommend this firm to anyone

Posted by Daniel and Susan | November 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

John T O'Malley

I have had several different attorney's working on one case. I fired the other attorney's for not putting forth the effort to help. With Mr. O'Malley I have found that he listens to what we say to him, he is understanding, he works for me and not against me. He is not in it just for the money he act...ually cares about his clients. He makes sure that you are getting a fare trial.

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Jason Beardsley

Unknown lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've worked with Todd on numerous Custody/Divorce cases in the past year. We have a very good rapport together. I have always fond him very knowledgeable and fair when it comes to any case he is involved with. He is a very hard worker and has his clients best interests."

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Timothy Corbett

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have witnessed Attorney O'Malley both in the courtroom and in his dealings with his clients. He is an exemplary attorney, whom I would recommend to most anyone."

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William Thompson

Family lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this attorney. I have had an opportunity to witness his dedication to clients for over ten years. Attorney O'Malley is knowledgeable and compassionate. In my opinion, he provides a great service to his clients."

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Paul Walker

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Beardsley

Child custody lawyer

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Timothy Corbett

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Thompson

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.

Disbarment issued in PA, 2025

updated on 09/02/2025

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Pennsylvania State Bar to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Honors

2021

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Best Lawyer, Abington Journal

1994

Uniform Commercial Code High Grade, Widener University School of Law

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, O'Malley Law Offices

2004 - 2015

Juvenile Public Defender, Lackawanna County Office Of Public Defender

1999 - 2003

Public Defender, Lackawanna County Office Of Public Defender

1994 - 1995

Law Clerk, Lackawanna County Court Of Common Pleas

Education

1994

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

University of South Florida

BS - Bachelor of Science

1979

Scranton Preparatory School

High School

Languages

English

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