Timothy M. Kolman

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Timothy M. Kolman

4.8
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 37 years

Libel and slander Lawyer at Penndel, PA
Practice Areas: Libel & Slander, Litigation, Civil Rights ... +5 more

414 Hulmeville Avenue, Penndel, PA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Timothy

Biography

Timothy Kolman is an accomplished and experienced employment lawyer only representing employees.

We only represent employees in actions against their employer for harassment and discrimination.

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Libel and Slander 30%

Timothy M Kolman secured a $1.4 million jury verdict in a defamation case and has tremendous experience and expertise in this area. Recently he lectured the Bar Association on the intersection of defamation and the First Amendment. These cases are no

30%
Litigation 20%

We have had tremendous success in areas of litigation, quite apart from employment law. We are clever, diligent and we know the law. Above all we know the stress points in the defense and we push them. We have got some record recoveries for our clients, recoveries that few law firms could ever get, sometimes against overwhelming odds. The firm is fearless and well armed. We will see you, with a free consultation. Hire us. We can help.

20%
Civil Rights 10%

Civil rights is among the hardest area of legal practice. We handle it. One of our largest public settlements was in civil rights. If you have a civil rights case, you might have been rejected by other law firms. Do not lose heart. We have a heart that they do not and an expertise they may not possess. We have a strong sense of justice and we know how important civil rights are to the functioning of a fair and decent democracy but above all, we see the client, sometimes-often-up against

10%
Employment and Labor 10%

Tim Kolman is in the top 10% of all lawyers handling employment and labor matters. He is endorsed by Avvo. He is a super lawyer. He is a member of the million and multi-million-dollar club, meaning he has secured multimillion dollar settlements. His firm is endorsed by the Better Business Bureau. He is a member of the United States Supreme Court and other federal courts. He is a top lawyer and his name is included in global Who's Who. Hire us. No recovery no fee. We will fight for you.

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

The firm has secured jury verdicts and settlements for wrongful death clients.

10%
Wrongful Termination 10%

Tim Kolman is in the top 10% of all lawyers handling employment and labor matters. He is endorsed by Avvo. He is a super lawyer. He is a member of the million and multi-million-dollar club, meaning he has secured multimillion dollar settlements.

10%
Discrimination 5%

Civil Rights is among the hardest area of legal practice. We handle it. One of our largest public settlements was in civil rights. If you have a civil rights case, you might have been rejected by other law firms. Do not lose heart. Call us now!

5%
Medical Malpractice 5%

The firm has successfully litigated and settled serious medical malpractice cases.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 650-850 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2017 2016
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2016
Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 37 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1988

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

Kolman Law PC

414 Hulmeville Avenue, Penndel, PA, 19047

kolmanlaw.com/

Timothy M. Kolman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

80 Client Reviews

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Posted by Vindicatedatlast | May 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

The best Lawyer you can ask for

Knowledge: There is not a single lawyer out there that is as intelligent, knowledgeable, polished, professional and well spoken as Timothy Kolman. He will take the time to communicate with you. I value Timothy and his team and trust him. He is a good person and a fabulous lawyer. Timothy has repr...esented me twice and both times we won. I just love working with him and the other lawyers in his office. All are helpful and do not like when someone is treated unfairly. They will fight your fight and will not tolerate any nonsense from employers or people that discriminate against innocent victims. I can't thank Timothy Kolman enough for his candid personality, his talent and expertise in what he does. He is a true artist when defending you and your case. If I could give him 10 stars I would.

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

We couldn't be happier!!!

After literally being abandoned by my long-term attorney when the going got tough, Tim Kolman and his team stepped in with energy, intelligence, and passion to pick up the pieces, to build a winning attack plan, and to ultimately resolve an employment dispute that had been outstanding for over seven ...years. Tim's deep experience -- and his calming counsel -- both won the day and helped me and my family through a very, very difficult time. I can't thank Tim and his team enough. Without his outstanding perspective, his endless energy, his deep intelligence, and his proven experience, I am certain we would have come-up empty in this litigation. If you have been treated unfairly, and you need a "modern gladiator" to be a champion your family, you need Tim Kolman. You can't do better. My wife and I trust him implicitly, and we are very happy to give him our highest recommendation!

Timothy Kolman

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Kolman Ely PC is privileged to represent all of its clients and to provide the highest quality of legal representation.

Posted by anonymous | December 01, 2016

honesty

said the specifics would be great to give an accurate decision about the case.

Posted by Wendy | November 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thankful that I was referred to Kolmen Ely

I would highly recommend this law firm. Mr. Kolmen accepted my case after another attorney took money and then decided I wasn't worth fighting for. Tim picked up the pieces. The attorney fro his law firm that represented me was Charles Sippio. He fought for me even tho is was a tough fight. He did...n't try to talk me into just settling. He let me make the decision and said if I didn't he would fight as hard as he could for me. I never felt alone. He is very intelligent and very honest. I'm so glad I was referred to this law firm. From the beginning Mr. Kolmen gave me hope when I really upset at what the other attorney had. The other attorney wanted it to be a quick and easy settlement. When he found out it wouldn't be he sent me a letter to tell me that he was discharging my case. Not even a phone call. I was devastated. Again, I highly recommend this law firm. My attorney was there for me if I had any questions and never left me feeling alone. This is truly a professional law firm. Thank you to the Kolmen Ely team for taking my case.

Posted by Barbara | October 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Timothy Kolman Review

I am thankful that Timothy Kolman took my case and was able to get me a settlement against a large corporation. It was a very lengthy process but Mr. Kolman fought for me so I would be compensated for what I had endured. Thank you, Mr. Kolman.

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Timothy M. Kolman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eric Lechtzin

Wrongful termination lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tim Kolman is an extremely insightful and knowledgeable lawyer. I conferred with him about a potential wrongful termination case and I was extremely impressed by his legal analysis, practicality, and good judgment. I'd jump at the chance to co-counsel a case with him."

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William Sipio

Litigation lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tatiana Kadetskaya

Unknown lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent lawyer. Well respected."

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Public Reprimand issued in PA, 2023

updated on 03/13/2024

Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Honors

2025

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Distinguished Service Award, National Employment Lawyers Association

2013

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2012

Certificate of Appreciation, United States District Court

2011

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2005

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2003

Certificate of Appreciation, American Association of Retired Persons

1990

Certificate of Appreciation, Pennsylvania Bar Institute

1985

Law Revew Editor, University of Pennsylvania Law School

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Managing partner, Kolman Ely PC

1985 - 1986

Intern, The Honorable Judge Harry A. Takiff

Associations

1987 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Education

1987

University of Pennsylvania Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

Glasgow University

LL.B - Bachelor of Laws

Publications

2012

The Legal Intelligencer 10 More Discovery Abuses to Look Out for During Litigation

2011

The Legal Intelligencer Law Firms Dirty Little Secrets

2010

The Legal Intelligencer 10 Discovery Abuses to Look Out for During Litigation

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Timothy earned significant contribution points in 2016.

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