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Attorney Jason Beardsley was born and raised in the Northeastern Corner of Pennsylvania. Prior to returning to practice law in his hometown of Montrose and the surrounding area, Jason was a McKelvey Scholar at Slippery Rock University located in Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania, and he attended Cleveland-Marshall College of Law in Cleveland, Ohio.
While Jason has many characteristics that he values in himself, the characteristic he values most is his dedication to zealously—and relentlessly— fighting to make the law work for his clients.
During law school, Jason was a Student Clinician in his school’s Employment Law Clinic. While there, Jason gained hands on experience in litigation by, among other things, representing clients in employment discrimination and unemployment matters. Jason’s cases involved unemployment hearings, administrative appeals, and discrimination charges and mediation before the Equal Opportunity Employment Commission (“EEOC”). Based on his outstanding work and dedication to his clients, Jason was named the “2011-2012 Outstanding Clinical Student of the Year,” an award presented by The Clinical Legal Education Association.
Following taking the Pennsylvania Bar Exam in July of 2012, Attorney Beardsley worked for Former Pennsylvania Attorney General Attorney Ernest D. Preate, Jr. During his time with Attorney Preate, Attorney Beardsley was exposed to a broad array of legal issues and problems, greatly augmenting his experience with Criminal Law, Family Law, and General Civil Litigation.
Attorney Beardsley’s practice based in Susquehanna County, Wyoming County, Bradford County, Lackawanna County, and the surrounding counties in Northeastern Pennsylvania now focuses on various areas of Employment Law, Family Law, Criminal Law, and General Civil Litigation at both the State and Federal Levels.
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Chat withState: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2013
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025
37 Public Ave., Montrose, PA, 18801
14 Client Reviews
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Posted by Eric | August 01, 2018
Intelligent, Honest, Bulldog
No nonsense, brutally honest and unrelenting in his pursuit of justice. His intelligence is unmatched, his tenacity is unlike any I've seen. He can take your information if honest with him, figure out a plan the same day and you can count on it being so, and will not waiver. Met him outside of the ...
Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2015 | Child Custody
AVOID AT ALL COSTS
This man does not represent his client's best interest. He only responds if backed into a corner and forced to. Get everything in writing since his story about what he can do changes from day to day or even hour to hour. He worked with the opposition instead of being "aggressive" as he advertises....
I delivered this client the result that I told her that I would deliver from day one. I am not sure why she was dissatisfied. Despite what this client said, I am always truthful with my clients even if it results in having to tell them things they do not want to hear.
Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2014 | Criminal Defense
No Nonsense! You get what you pay for-THE BEST!
We hired Jason for our son's criminal case. We went to several other attorneys and did not feel comfortable. Jason made us feel at ease and listened. We hired him. It was no nonsense. He didn't jerk us around and told us the truth. You might not hear what you want but at least you get the truth...
Posted by Chris | February 28, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Very trustworthy, keeps client up to date, highly recommend.
Jason is well worth the phone call. He is very proficient in his legal knowledge, as well as keeping clients up to date on their respective cases. He works for the best interest of his clients, and I would highly recommend him to anyone facing criminal/civil situations.
"If you’re looking for the best private practitioner in Northeast Pennsylvania, look no further. Gritty, tenacious, dedicated, and prepared. Attorney Beardsley hails from a small town and this makes him client oriented. He is an advocate for the “little guy.” He gives personal attention to every case and will fight for you no matter what. If you’re looking for a private attorney to suit any legal need he is your man. State, federal, trial or appellate cases, no matter the case at hand he has you covered."
"I've worked on several cases against Attorney Beardsley in the last few years and I have to be honest, he is an excellent advocate. I would also define him as being honest and honorable, fair minded and guided not only by his client's needs but also by an ingrained sense of decency and a desire to achieve the right, fair result. I respect his ability and admire him as both a friend and a well-prepared, very bright adversary."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.
Stayed Suspension/Probation issued in PA, 2025
updated on 12/16/2025Stayed suspension/probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. This type of suspension means the attorney has been suspended, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements. In this case the State also monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
2012
Outstanding Clinical Student Award, Clinical Legal Education Association
2013 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Jason Beardsley
2013 - 2013
Associate, Law Office of Ernest D. Preate, Jr.
2012 - 2013
Law Clerk, Law Office of Ernest D. Preate, Jr.
2011 - 2012
Clinical Student, Cleveland Marshall College Of Law
2013 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Susquehanna County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
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