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Timothy D. Belt
About Timothy
Biography
Attorney Timothy D. Belt is the son of Reverend James Belt and Patricia Belt, and he has primarily resided in the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre area since 1985. Tim graduated from Lackawanna Trail High School and is a 1996 summa cum laude graduate of the University of the Ozarks . Tim graduated from the Villanova University School of Law in 1999 and shortly thereafter began practicing in the Wilkes-Barre Area.
Tim's practice is limited to the representation of injured workers, and Social Security Disability claimants.
Tim is one of only 149 lawyers certified as a specialist in the practice of workers' compensation law by the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Section on Workers' Compensation Law as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.
Tim is a member of the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association, the Workers' Compensation Sections of the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association, and the Wilkes-Barre Law and Library Association. Tim is licensed to practice law before all Courts in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania , as well as the United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.
Tim has been a frequent speaker at seminars on Workers' Compensation.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 25 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
The Belt Law Firm, PC
312 Route 315 Hwy., Pittston, PA, 18640
The Belt Law Firm
100 West Broad Street, Suite 303, Hazleton, PA, 18202
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Timothy D. Belt's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Rojona | June 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
First and best lawyer i ever hired
So many lawyers turned down the job because i heard no one ever had won against this employer i had to appeal the decision they tried to play me till the end but my lawyer mr Belt just gave them questions that they answered and basically “fried them with their own boiling oil” at the end coudnt ask f...
Timothy Belt
Replied last June 25, 2021Thank you very much. It was a pleasure to assist you in this matter.
Posted by Carl | June 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best lawyer I’ve ever worked with
Tim is the best lawyer that I’ve worked with. I’ve had three divorce attorneys, two division of property attorneys, an auto accident lawyer and am presently suing my former employer for ageism and slander - in addition to workers comp initiation and termination. Out of 8-9 different lawyers Tim Bel...
Timothy Belt
Replied last June 30, 2018Thank you very much.
Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Underdog's Attorney
When no one else would help me and I was hurt, he did. He got me a 75k settlement for my CTS and trigger fingers. He fought for me against a huge billion dollar defense contractor. I was denied a third party WC admin who paid big bucks for doctors and ergo specialist to say my injury wasn't work rela...
Timothy Belt
Replied last December 16, 2017Thank you very much. It was my honor to help.
Posted by Claudine | November 18, 2014
Works Hard for his Clients
Mr. Belt is an excellent attorney..I based this not just on winning or losing a case...He is very thorough and I could have not asked for a better attorney...There was nothing he could have done better while he represented me on a unemployment case...My first appeal hearing we lost...I proceeded to t...
Posted by Mike | January 12, 2011
Finally a Professional!!!
Even though my case isn't over, I can provide some insight as to Mr. Belt so far. He's been very,very, thorough. Keeps me informed of my rights and as case is progressing. Answers calls and emails very quickly. Can't say enough. Would HIGHLY recommend!!!
Timothy D. Belt's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Timothy D. Belt because he is highly knowledgeable in Workers Compensation law."
"I trust and respect Tim so much that I referred my father-in-law to him for representation -- and he did a fantastic job. If you have a stubborn old coot who needs an attorney, Tim will help them understand the process and get them a result they will be happy with."
"Mr. Belt is an exceptionally knowledgeable and experienced attorney. His answers to questions on Avvo's Q&A forum demonstrate his vast legal knowledge."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Belt understands how the workers' comp law truly works and is able to communicate effectively and in an understandable fashion. He listens and responds accordingly."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Michael Parker
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Nov 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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"Tim is a well known lawyer in his field, both because of the quality of his work and the way he delivers his services. He is a talented attorney and a good man - a good combination. He also has published several pieces that we other attorney's routinely rely on - it's always nice to hire the guy that wrote the book."
"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim is an excellent lawyer, who has a lot of experience and can hone in on the exact issues to be addressed to give his clients the best representation. Down to earth and a pleasure to deal with."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Excellent attorney. Well respected."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have become familiar with Tim since I became active on AVVO and i find his answers to questions to be excellent and it is obvious he is a concerned lawyer with a brilliant legal mind."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He devotes a significant amount of time answering questions on Avvo and it is clear from his thoughtful, in depth responses that he is knowledgeable in his areas of practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim and I have shared clients, where I represent them in the personal injury context, and Tim on the workers compensation side. Consistently, his clients are comfortable with him. I also see Tim attaining great results for his clients. He know his workers compensation law and applies that knowledge to the benefit of his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim is extremely knowledgable about workers' compensation law and fights tirelessly for the rights of injured workers."
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Experience
Honors
1997
Editor's Choice Award, National Library of Poetry
1996
Outstanding Division of Science/Math Tutor, University of the Ozarks
1996
Tutor of the Year, University of the Ozarks
1996
Oliver Wendel Holmes, Jr. Award, University of the Ozarks
1996
Outstanding Member Certificaiton of Appreciation, Alpha Chi
1995
Membership, Alpha Chi
1995
Oliver Wendel Holmes, Jr. Award, University of the Ozarks
1995
JLC Outstanding Division of Science and Math Tutor, University of the Ozarks
1994
George Sherlock Student Scholarship, University of the Ozarks
1993
Oliver Wendel Holmes, Jr. Award, University of the Ozarks
1988
Membership, The Society of Distinguished American High School Students
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner, The Belt Law Firm
2006 - 2011
Attorney, Fendler & Associates, P.C.
2005 - 2006
Attorney, Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin
2001 - 2005
Attorney, Laputka, Bayless, Ecker & Cohn
Associations
2006 - Present
Wyoming County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Wyoming County CaresMember
2002 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Luzerne County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
PAAJMember
2012 - 2013
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Children's Rights CommitteeExecutive Committee Member
2012 - 2013
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Lawyers Assistance CommitteeExecutive Committee Member
2010 - 2014
Luzerne-Wyoming County Drug and Alcohol Executive CommissionBoard Member
Education
1999
Villanova University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
University of the Ozarks
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
How to Cross-Examine Vocational Experts
How to Cross-Examine Vocational Experts
2010
Workers' Compensation Tips and Tactics from Both Sides of the Table
Workers' Compensation
2010
Workers' Compensation Law Update
Workers' Compensation
2009
Workers' Compensation Tips and Tactics from Both Sides of the Table
Workers' Compensation
Publications
2014
PBI
How to Cross-Examine Vocational Experts
2010
National Business Institute Seminar
Workers' Compensation Tips and Tactics from Both Sides of the Table
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Am I not entitled to wage-loss benefits after being let go from a job post-injury?
19 Sep 2025
Q&A
Can my employer give me safety point write up for reporting an injury 2 hrs after the incident if I wasn't aware I had the injur
16 Aug 2025
Q&A
I settled my WC case May 1st and waived my rights to appeal, the Judge approved it on May 2nd. I am in PA when should check come
15 May 2025