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Rocco Virgil Valvano Jr.

Real estate Attorney at Scranton, PA

5.0   8 reviews
  • Licensed for 25 years
    State PA
    Acquired 1997
    Status
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ROCCO V. VALVANO JR. FOCUSES HIS PRACTICE IN REAL ESTATE, PERSONAL INJURY AND WRONGFUL DEATH.

Attorney Rocco V. Valvano Jr. is a 1997 graduate of Widener University School of Law, Harrisburg, where he received his Juris Doctorate Degree. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Scranton and is a graduate from Scranton Preparatory High School. Following Law School, Attorney Valvano served as a law clerk to the late Honorable Richard P. Conaboy, Senior Judge for the Middle District of Pennsylvania before joining the Firm.

Attorney Valvano’s practice is focused on Real Estate, Wills and Trust, Criminal Law and Personal Injury. Attorney Valvano has also represented municipalities and municipal authorities during his career. He has served as a Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas Law Clerk to the Honorable Robert A. Mazzoni and is currently the Solicitor for the Lackawanna County Performing Arts Center Authority.

Attorney Valvano is a Licensed Pennsylvania Title Insurance Agent for Chicago Title Insurance Company. As a Title Agent, Attorney Valvano issues Owner Title Insurance Policies and Loan Title Insurance Policies for Residential and Commercial clients through the firm’s title insurance company, Keystone Abstract Services, Inc, which he manages.

Attorney Valvano has served as the co-chair of the Lackawanna County Real Estate Committee, Past President of the Scranton Prep Alumni Board of Governors and is also a member of The Society for the Preservation of the Tripp Family Homestead. He is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.

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AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Contact Rocco

Mazzoni Karam Petorak & Valvano Law Offices
321 Spruce Street
Suite 201- Bank Towers
Scranton, PA, 18503

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Posted by Elizabeth | October 18, 2012
A Dependable and Professional Lawyer
Attorney Valvano Jr. went above and beyond as my lawyer. He always made the time to talk to me when I needed advice and was very prompt in returning calls and following through with information. I have a great level of respect and trust in him and would feel very comfortable seeking his counsel in the future.
Posted by Rose | April 23, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
House closing attorney
Rocco was an excellent attorney got us to closing right on time..always emailed me back and when I had questions about our progress he didn't hesatate to answer me very patient and would definitely recommend usuing attorney Valvano Closing 3/29/18 Thank you attorney Valvano
Posted by Andrew | January 31, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney- hired for representation in real estate sale
This is actually the second time that I have hired Rocco and I could not be more pleased. I hired Rocco to represent me in the sale of my duplex rental property. Rocco is extremely easy to work with and was always very prompt in addressing any of my concerns or answering any of my questions. Due to the fact that the property had leases and tenants, I wanted to ensure that I was covered from a legal side and Rocco did just that.
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Posted by Mark | August 24, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Real Estate
Attorney Valvano did a great job assisting and handling the sale/purchase of our real estate. He was very efficient and detailed through both transactions, even when we had an issue with the first buyer. He handled the situation quickly that allowed us to close on our new home on time. We appreciate his service and we would highly recommend Attorney Valvano to handle your transactions. Thank you!
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Posted by Patti | January 4, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
Real Estate
Attorney Valvano did an excellent job helping me with my real estate sale/purchase. The process was not an easy one, due to a number of unforeseen reasons, and also took a lot longer than expected to close due to those problems. I truly appreciated his time and patience with the process. I also had a lot of questions on the previous deed/parcels and he was patient explaining everything thoroughly so I would understand it. I would highly recommend him, as he was highly recommended to me.
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Posted by anonymous | November 4, 2016
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| Consulted Attorney
Informative and thorough
I was interested in speaking with a lawyer about my pending home purchase, and I decided to reach out to Rocco. Prior to the closing, we had a detailed phone conversation regarding aspects of the purchase that were causing me to feel uneasy, and he took the time to thoroughly answer all of my questions and address each concern. Rocco also offered to review my closing disclosure, which gave me added peace of mind. Upon receiving the CD, Rocco gave me a call and walked me through the entire document. He also picked up on two possible discrepancies, and worked quickly to resolve them on my behalf. I truly appreciate the excellent service Rocco provided me.
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Posted by Ben | October 20, 2012
Honest, Reliable, and Professional Legal Services
Atty Valvano has been my legal representative for the past 15 years. He had assisted me with all of my legal needs as well as closings on multiple properties. Rocco is always available to provide legal advise and make recommendations to guide me. I can honestly say, he has become someone who I trust and enjoy gaining advise from.
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Posted by Ed | October 19, 2012
If your looking for an attorney that is honest, professional & charges a fair rate, look no further.
I own an Insurance Agency and have sent several clients to Rocco for closings on new home purchases. Everytime I sent a client to Rocco they returned with nothing but good things to say. He is very honest, professional and charges a very fair rate.
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AVVO RATING 9.9 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Solicitor
  • Lackawanna County Performing Arts Authority
  • 2010 - 2012
  • Law Clerk
  • Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas to the Honorable Robert A. Mazzoni
  • 2001 - 2012
  • President/Title Agent
  • Keystone Abstract Services, Inc.
  • 2001 - 2012
  • Law Clerk to the Honorable Richard P. Conaboy
  • United States Federal Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania
  • 1997 - 1999
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Education

  • Widener University School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1997
  • University of Scranton
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 1993
  • Scranton Prep
  • 1990

Associations

  • Lackawanna County Bar Association
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Pennsylvania Association of Trial Lawyers
  • Member
  • N/A
  • American Bar Association
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Scranton Prep Alumni Board of Governors
  • Past President
  • N/A
  • Lackawanna County Real Estate Committee
  • Co-chair
  • N/A
  • South Scranton Little League
  • Secretary
  • N/A
  • The Society for the Preservation of the Tripp Family Homestead
  • Board of Directors
  • N/A
  • Lackawanna County Bar Association ,Young Lawyers Division
  • Director
  • 2000 - 2004
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Honors and Awards

  • BV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell®
  • 2019
  • High Ethical Standing
  • Martindale-Hubbell®
  • 2019
  • 2019 Distinguished Attorney
  • The American Registry
  • 2019
  • BV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2018
  • Distinguished
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2018
  • BV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2017
  • BV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2016
  • BV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2015
  • Pennsylvania's Outstanding Young Lawyer- Real Estate
  • Top Attorneys
  • 2012
  • Scranton Times Readers' Choice Award - Attorney
  • Scranton Times
  • 2012
  • Rising Star
  • Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
  • 2012
  • Presidential Service Award
  • UNICO National, Scranton Chapter
  • 2003
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Speaking Engagements

  • Overview of the Mortgage Process
  • Title Insurance
  • N/A
  • Lawyers in the Classroom
  • The Court System
  • N/A

Attorney endorsements

Received (6)
Given (2)
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Real estate Attorney | Jan 15
Relationship: Other
"As a fellow attorney, I know Rocco as well as his outstanding reputation. I also know him personally. For this reason I selected Rocco to do my re-financing with Fidelity Bank. I was more than pleased with his professionalism and efficiancy. I highly recommend Rocco both as an attorney and fellow client."
Unknown Attorney | Oct 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Real estate Attorney | Oct 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Valvano is a highly-experienced Real Estate attorney who also provides a full compliment of related title insurance services. As an attorney who specializes in other matters, I refer all of my real estate and title work to Attorney Valvano. Most importanly, clients are always fully satisfied with his courteous, professional and competent representation."
Real estate Attorney | Oct 18
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"A detail oriented real estate attorney that can ably guide clients buying or selling either residential or commercial real estate."
Real estate Attorney | Oct 18
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse this lawyer. Rocco's expertise in Real Estate Law and Title Insurance is second to none. More importantly, he is attentive, courteous and prompt in giving good counsel to his clients."
Real estate Attorney | Oct 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Valvano is bright, eneretic, and profesdional. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
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Scranton Real estate Lawyer Rocco Virgil Valvano Jr.
Rocco Virgil Valvano Jr.
Real estate Attorney
Scranton, PA
Licensed for 25 years