Chris Duerr

Chris Duerr

also known as Wm. Christopher Duerr, William Christopher Duerr

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 31 years

Real estate Lawyer at Fort Washington, PA
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Land Use & Zoning, Business

P.O. Box 384, Fort Washington, PA

About Chris

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Real Estate 90%

28 years eminent domain, land use, zoning real estate litigation before administrative boards, commissions, Courts of Common Pleas and appellate courts. 10 years as a Township Planning Commissioner.

29 years | 600 cases

90%
Business 5%

50 cases

5%
Land Use and Zoning 5%

Eminent Domain

600 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 31 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Duerr Law PC

P.O. Box 384, Fort Washington, PA, 19034

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Chris Duerr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 19 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Don | May 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Land Use & Zoning

An experienced Pro to have on your side!

I'm very pleased with the job Chris Duerr did for me. I hired Chris back in 2019 to handle an eminent domain situation with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. He had proactively reached out to me with a letter of introduction due to his awareness of land seizures occurring in my area and ...that is how I became aware of him and his services, as I didn't know him before this. He was professional, yet "down to Earth'' and made the procedures and options plain to me throughout the whole process. He was very responsive to any communications from me and even answered some of my concerns after normal business hours, while at the same time not being pushy or aggressive. PennDOT made me a monetary offer for the land they were going to take, and once Chris got involved, he was able to get me $8000 MORE than their offer. Chris was also instrumental in getting my mortgage company to stop dragging their feet and finally send me the partial release of lien needed for PennDOT to take ownership of the land and start their work. My mortgage company had dragged their feet for a solid year and as I was feeling the pressure from PennDOT to get this resolved, Chris offered some very needed assistance to finally get that done. His billing was fair and well documented, and he didn’t “nickel and dime” me for every little thing. My experience with Chris Duerr was a very positive one and it was great to have such a professional like him on my side throughout the whole ordeal with PennDOT and I highly recommend him for any legal work involving his field of specialty.

Chris Duerr

Replied last May 19, 2022

This was a partial residential taking by PennDOT related to the Rt 309 by pass project in Montgomery County. Not every case needs to be litigated. In this case PennDOT made an offer which after informal discussions with an appraiser was found to be very reasonable for the impacts. We negotiated an additional sum and were able to avoid additional litigation costs. Please feel free to call us to discuss your case at 215-628-2868

Posted by Teresa | March 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Chris Duerr Real Estate

Chris handled all the legal paperwork for the sale of a dear friends home. He explained things in simple detailed language both verbally and through e-mails which made the whole process an informative and positive experience. Chris is great, to the point, responds quickly and he seems to enjoy all ...those paperwork details! Chris Duerr, a great choice.

Chris Duerr

Replied last March 09, 2021

Residential real estate sale

Posted by Steve | March 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Land Use & Zoning

Penndot Condemnation

Chris was very helpful in navigating me thru the penndot condemnation process on rte 322 . Chris was always responsive and professional

Chris Duerr

Replied last March 15, 2023

This was a very complicated substantial partial taking of busy commercial property along Rt 322 in Delaware County. PennDOT was taking a large part of the parking for this facility outright and for a temporary construction easement lasting 3 years. We were able to obtain a substantial increase in the amount offered and avoid increased litigation costs. Please feel free to contact us to discuss your matter at 215-628-2868.”

Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Fine Job

Chris was diligent, he kept me informed every step of the process. He was very knowledgeable with regard to condemnation and how my property would be affected. Overall, he did a fine job of protecting my property interests and I would highly recommend him.

Chris Duerr

Replied last November 17, 2020

This was a partial taking condemnation case on the PennDOT State Route 322 corridor project.

Posted by Pamela | June 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Top Notch Resource!

My husband and I were interested in purchasing a property for cash without a real estate agent. As it became more of a reality we began to realize how much we did not know and sought the help of Chris in the interest of mitigating risk within the context of risky business. It was easy to establish a... comfortable repoir with Chris as he made himself personally available and maintained continuous communication via email, text and voice. Chris gathered property specific information and guided us thru an informed decision making process. His partnership facilitated the confidence we needed to move forward and close the deal. Thank you Chris!

Chris Duerr

Replied last June 16, 2020

Assisted and advised real estate investor in purchasing property

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Chris Duerr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alexander Silow

State, local, and municipal law lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Stanton

Land use and zoning lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Chris is very experienced, knowledgeable and professional. He is easy to work with and has always been straight forward. I recommend him without reservation."

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Michelle Fioravanti

Unknown lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with and have been opposing counsel with Chris. He is a professional and fair opponent while tenaciously representing his clients. He is a high caliber attorney and is highly recommended."

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Jon Fox

Litigation lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer who is always prepared for court, knows the law and passionately advocates for his clients. I have known Chris for many years and have always found him to be highly ethical, honest and fair."

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Richard Meanix

Land use and zoning lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris and I were on opposite sides many, many times. He has always been prepared, professional and reasonable to deal with."

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Crispino Pastore

Land use and zoning lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked together with Chris as we were both counsel within the PA Office of General Counsel. I had the opportunity to get to know him over the course of 10 years and know him to be a highly competent and ethical attorney who is a sharp, knowledgeable and creative advocate for his client. Although he specialized in land use and property issues, his experience in this role has prepared him for all levels and types of practice. I highly endorse him as a top attorney for any civil litigation matter."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney Owner, Duerr Law, P.C.

1997 - 2016

Assistant Counsel, Governor's Office Of General Counsel, Pennsylvania Department Of Trasnportation

1996 - 1997

Associate, Margolis Edelstein

1994 - 1996

Associate, Wolf Block Schorr & Solis Cohen

Associations

2016 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

2015 - Present

Honduras Water Mission

Sample of Legal Cases

Harrington v. Comwlth. of Pa., Dept. of Transportation

Commonwealth Ct of PA, Sustained the lower Courts ruling

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Education

2004

Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania

Business

1994

Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Temple University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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