Robert A. Rapkin

Robert A. Rapkin

also known as Bob Rapkin

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 34 years

Lemon law Lawyer at Ambler, PA
Practice Areas: Lemon Law, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

The Lemon Law Firm, 30 E Butler Pike, Ambler, PA

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Lemon Law 90%

Successfully resolved thousands of Pennsylvania Lemon Law and automotive breach of warranty claims, recovering more than $15 million for my clients. Featured on numerous consumer TV news stories.

26 years | 12,000 cases

90%
Criminal Defense 5%

35 years | 200 cases

5%
Personal Injury 5%

35 years | 750 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 34 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Kimmel & Silverman, P.C.

The Lemon Law Firm, 30 E Butler Pike, Ambler, PA, 19002

Kimmel & Silverman, PC, Lemon Law Attorneys

1930 E. Marlton Pike, Executive Mews, Suite Q29, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003

Kimmel & Silverman, PC, Lemon Law Attorneys

100 Ross Street, Suite 330, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219

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Robert A. Rapkin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

5 star (19) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Sharon | December 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Full refund on Ford Focus

Mr. Rapkin obtained a full refund for us on our 2014 Ford Focus that had transmission problems. He was very professional and honest and exceeded our expectations. Fully recommend him to anyone driving a lemon.

Posted by Jason | October 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Responsive

Mr. Rapkin managed our lemon law case. During our 8 month waiting period, Mr. Rapkin and his staff kept in contact with us and told us what to expect each step of the way. We were very happy with the outcome of our case and we would definitely recommend Mr. Robert Rapkin.

Posted by Breanne | March 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review

My lawyer was there and tried for the maximum result. He returned phone calls when left a message

Posted by Bob | March 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

2015 ford edge

I was keep up to date on what was happening. He did all the work! If we ever have another car issue we will use this firm.

Posted by Chuck | March 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Good Team

Robert and his team did a great job in open communication during the entire process. I did not know what to expect or what was expected of me but he and his team kept the process moving forward, much appreciated! The end result was in our favor which was the best end to this very unpleasant experienc...e with the vehicle we purchased. All is well now! Thanks!

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Robert A. Rapkin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jacqueline Herritt

Lemon law lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"Bob is hard-working and truly cares about his work and his clients. Through the years, I have watched him build an exceptional practice and mentor many younger attorneys in consumer law. He is an awesome litigator and has earned the respect of many. Any consumer would be lucky to have Bob in their corner."

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Amy Stern

Lemon law lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Bob in the past. He is an aggressive, experienced attorney whose primary concern is the best interests of his clients. Bob is a pleasure to work with as well as being one of the most knowledgeable lemon law attorneys in the area."

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Craig Kimmel

Car accident lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I've had many attorneys work with me at the firm over the last 20 plus years, but in all sincerity I can say that Bob Rapkin is among the few who have the intellect, skill, experience, desire and ability to go into court every day for our clients, and win cases as if everything depended on each one. He is a tireless litigator who cuts to the chase and makes the winning argument. I can think of no higher praise than to say that Bob is a litigator's lawyer, a guy who knows how to win and when to settle. Our clients agree, he's a very fine attorney."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Robert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Alfred Tumolo

Lemon law lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Intelligent, insightful, personable and caring.....these are the traits that make an exceptional lawyer. Bob Rapkin is an exceptional attorney and a great mentor to many Lemon Law Lawyers throughout the state."

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Scott Mussin

Lemon law lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Moss

Unknown lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have co-counseled cases with Mr. Rapkin and his law firm for some time and Mr. Rapkin is an excellent lawyer and has done tremendously well for his clients."

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Stephen Breuer

Lemon law lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I worked directly with Robert on dozens if not hundreds of cases before graduating law school. Robert is an intelligent, diligent attorney and is highly qualified in several areas of consumer protection, including Lemon Law. I can personally attest to Robert's excellent results for his clients."

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Zachary Kappel

Lemon law lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Bob Rapkin is as good as it gets when it comes to Lemon Law and breach of warranty claims. I work with Bob at Kimmel & Silverman and it is very clear that he knows every aspect of the law in these areas, a true expert in the field. He has dealt with every type of Lemon Law case imaginable and knows how to get the best results possible. Look no further – Bob is the best."

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Ryan Trifelitti

Lemon law lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bob is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced consumer law lawyers I've met. While working with him on several lemon law and breach of warranty cases, I witnessed Bob work relentlessly to obtain the best results for each and every client. He's a great guy and an even better attorney."

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Christina Roseman

Lemon law lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Bob Rapkin and I worked together at Kimmel & Silverman. He has more experience and knowledge in this field than many Lemon Law attorneys. Bob uses that experience and knowledge, along with a "take no prisoners" approach to ligitation when fighting for his clients, to get excellent results in his cases."

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Amy Ginsburg

Lemon law lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I've worked with Bob for many years and find him to be one of the best lemon law lawyers around. He knows the law and he has earned the respect of many within the legal community. It's a pleasure to endorse him."

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Robert Silverman

Lemon law lawyer

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Craig Kimmel

Lemon law lawyer

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Gregory Moss

Lemon law lawyer

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Jacqueline Herritt

Lemon law lawyer

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Amy Stern

Family lawyer

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Ryan Trifelitti

Lemon law lawyer

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Christina Roseman

Lemon law lawyer

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Amy Ginsburg

Lemon law lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Reader's Choice Award--Best Law Firm, Philly.com

2014

Client Choice Award -- Lemon Law, Avvo.com

2002

Louis M. Brown Award for Legal Access, American Bar Association

1989

American Jurisprudence Award For Legal Ethics, University of Bridgeport School of Law

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Managing Partner, Kimmel & Silverman, PC, Lemon Law Attorneys

1991 - 2001

Attorney, Penna, Grabois & Associates

1990 - 1991

Clerk, Waterbury Superior Court

Associations

1994 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

2012 Jeep Patriot Repurchase

Lemon Law Repurchase, plus attorney fees

2013 Nissan Sentra Repurchase

Lemon Law Repurchase, plus attorney fees

2013 Ford Escape Repurchase

Lemon Law Repurchase, plus attorney fees

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Repurchase

Lemon Law Repurchase, plus attorney fees

2012 Dodge Challenger Repurchase

Lemon Law Repurchase, plus attorney fees

2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Repurchase

Lemon Law Repurchase, plus attorney fees

2012 Kia Sorrento Repurchase

Lemon Law Repurchase, plus attorney fees

2011 Jeep Wrangler Repurchase

Lemon Law Repurchase, plus attorney fees

2013 Jeep Cherokee Repurchase

Lemon Law Repurchase, plus attorney fees

2012 Ford Taurus with Paint Problems

$4,500 Mag Moss award, plus attorney fees and continued ownership of the car.

2011 Dodge Ram with Hard Shifting Transmission

$7,000 plus attorney fees and continued ownership of the car

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Education

1989

University of Bridgeport School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Western Connecticut State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

The Mike Pintek Show KDKA AM

The VW Diesel Engine Situation: What Can Consumers Do?

2014

Eyewitness News Wilkes Barre, PA

LEMON LAW PHONE BANK

2013

Eyewitness News Wilkes Barre, PA

LEMON LAW PHONE BANK

2012

PA Live

PA LEMON LAW RIGHTS

2012

Eyewitness News, Wilkes Barre, PA

LEMON LAW PHONE BANK

2011

Eyewitness News Wilkes Barre, PA

LEMON LAW PHONE BANK

2010

Survive & Thrive with Tracy Davidson

LEMON LAW RIGHTS

2010

Eyewitness News Wilkes Barre, PA

LEMON LAW PHONE BANK

2009

Eyewitness News Wilkes Barre, PA

LEMON LAW PHONE BANK

2009

CBS 3 Eyewitness News

LEMON LAW PHONE BANK

2007

CBS 3 Eyewitness News

LEMON LAW PHONE BANK

2005

Legal Perspectives with Paul Perillo

PA LEMON LAW CALL-IN

2004

Real Life with Mary Amoroso

PA LEMON LAW RIGHTS CALL-IN

2004

NBC 10 Consumer Alert

PA LEMON LAW RIGHTS

2004

Legal Perspectives with Paul Perillo

PA LEMON LAW CALL-IN

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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