Fred T. Howe

Fred T. Howe

also known as Law Office of Fred T. Howe

4.8
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 34 years

Personal injury Lawyer at KINGSTON, PA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation, Workers Compensation, Adoption

400 3RD AVENUE, SUITE 215, KINGSTON, PA

About Fred

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 245-245 per hour

Contingency

35%-35%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 34 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

LAW OFFICE OF FRED T. HOWE

400 3RD AVENUE, SUITE 215, KINGSTON, PA, 18704

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Fred T. Howe's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

56 Client Reviews

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Posted by Diane | January 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional Lawyer

I hired Fred 10 years ago as my divorce attorney. He is very knowledgeable of the law. He explains things in "my terms" so that I understand my rights and entitlements. He is very knowledgeable of the court system and knows how it works. He successfully followed my case through the divorce process by... pushing a lagging system all the way. In recent years, I have continue to retain Fred for counsel on repeated issues with my ex-husband related to support and custody of my children. I have been satisfied with my representation and received the results I had hope for. Fred is the type of lawyer that is available when you need him and will lead you in the right direction.

Posted by Kristin | January 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Helped establish a custody order for my daughter when numerous tries to figure it out between ourselves failed

Attorney Howe is very up front and explains how every aspect of custody works &what types there are. My ex and I repeatedly tried to figure out schedules ourselves and it left frustration, constant inconsistencies for my daughter, and no secure guidelines. Attorney Howe was solely focused on what was... best for my daughter and helped everyone amicably come to a great resolution. Hands down, the best decision I have made, in regards to her custody, was going to him so we could have a consistent schedule!

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2020 | Divorce & Separation

Arrogant and Rude

I called for a consult on obtaining a new lawyer in a divorce complaint. He started hammering questions at me and would not let me finish a thought before asking another question. Divorces are emotional and difficult. When I got teared up due to the lack of empathy and professionalism I was experienc...ing, this man told me my drama was over the top and hung up on me.

Fred Howe

Replied last November 11, 2020

I received a call from this woman, inquiring about a divorce. She began the conversation by stating she was presently represented, was unhappy with her current attorney and wanted to find another lawyer who would "take her husband for everything he is worth". When I explained that is not the way divorce actions "work" and that she will be entitled to what the law provides, she became angry, then emotional. I explained that a divorce results in the division of finances/debts and will only be as dramatic as a party may cause it to be, she became even more frustrated and began yelling. At that point I had no alternative but to suggest she contact another attorney and ended the conversation.

Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Family Lawyer

Fred is an excellent attorney. He is very knowledgeable and was able to answer all of my questions, even the most far fetched. He always called me back immediately and made sure I understood everything before ending a conversation. I was able to talk to him like a friend but I trusted him as my lawye...r. He went above and beyond and I would definitely recommend him for divorce and custody.

Posted by Matthew | January 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding

Mr. Howe did the best job anyone could ask for. Made time to answer any and all questions. Made sure I understood everything that was going on every step of the way. Kept great communication through the entire divorce. The experience was comforatable, I didn’t feel pressured to do anything I didn’t w...ant to do and he listened to what I wanted. I’d call him for any and all legal advice in the future.

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Fred T. Howe's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lori Bowen

Unknown lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fred is an excellent lawyer. He is always prepared and is very diligent in representing his clients. He is very pleasant to work with and I recommend him highly without any reservations."

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John Fisher

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lori Bowen

Child custody lawyer

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Carlo LaMonica

Family lawyer

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Barbara O'Hara

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2017

10 Best Attorneys in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

1991

The Order of Barristers, Ohio Northern University

1991

Book Award - Trail Advocasy, Ohio Northern University

1991

Book Award - Legal Research and Writing, Ohio Northern University

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Fred T. Howe

2009 - 2012

Adjunct Professor, Penn State University Hazleton Campus

2001 - 2003

Attorney, Saba Endler & Associates

1991 - 2002

Shareholder, Hourigan Kluger & Quinn

Associations

2018 - Present

Luzerne County Law and Library Association

Executive Committee Member

1991 - Present

Luzerne County Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Wilkes-Barre Law and Library Association

Member

1991 - Present

Middle District for Pennsylvania

Member

1991 - Present

Pennsylvania Association For Justice

Member

1990 - 1991

Moot Court Honor Society

Associate Justice

Sample of Legal Cases

Horan vs. King

settlement of $400,000.00

Lumia vs. Davis

settlement of $70,000.00

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Education

1991

Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Wilkes University

B.S.,

Speaking Engagements

2017

Grandparents raising grandchildren

Grandparents custodial rights

Languages

English

Activity

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