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Biography
Prior to opening his own firm in July, 2004, Mr. Kusturiss was a partner in another Law Firm where his practice was limited to litigation. Mr. Kusturiss started his career as an Assistant District Attorney in Montgomery and Chester Counties. He has been practicing in the areas of personal injury and criminal defense since January, 1980. Mr. Kusturiss has tried to verdict, arbitration level cases up to and including million dollar cases. He has the distinction of obtaining the largest verdict in Susquehanna County, in the amount of $4,500,. Mr. Kusturiss has tried cases in most of the Pennsylvania counties east of the Susquehanna River as well as many counties to the west.
In addition to trying cases in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, he also is a member of the DC Bar. Mr. Kusturiss is a member of the Delaware County Bar Association, Pennsylvania Bar Association, New Jersey Bar Association, Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association, and the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Mr. Kusturiss is a graduate of Villanova University where he received a Bachelors of Science degree in 1975 and he was awarded his Juris Doctorate from the Delaware Law School of Widener College in 1978.
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Licensed in New Jersey for 34 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 25 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 47 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
Location
John E Kusturiss Jr PLLC
323 East Front Street, Media, PA, 19063
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Posted by Lisa | December 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
John E. Kusturiss Jr.
I was badly injured in a car accident in 2011 when I was hit while sitting at a red light. I was referred to Mr. Kusturiss and thank God that I was. He was do very kind, understanding, caring, reassuring and patient with me He worked very diligently on my case and was very thorough. At the hearing I...
Posted by Mark | April 21, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
The Right Choice
My family suffered a tragic and horrific loss back in 2011. I chose Mr. John Kusturiss to represent us, and it was one of the best decisions I ever made. Mr. Kusturriss treated my family with respet and compassion in a very difficult time, he made it more than just an attorney to client relationship...
Posted by Jeannie | July 08, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly Recommend
I was being sued in civil court by an ex- family member, who falsely accused me of horrible things. I was extremely scared and confused! John was professional, confident, and made me feel at ease. John was able to get my case dropped very quickly, AND he sent my refund just as fast!!! Thank You J...
Posted by Shelly | March 03, 2014 | Family
Quality Legal Services
I was very pleased with the legal services of Mr. John Kusturiss Jr and his family practice. He promptly responded to all of my communications and was available for appointments. Throughout the process I received personal attention and kindness. I never felt like just a file on his desk. His offic...
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Kind, Efficient, and Effective
I have recently utilized Mr. Kusturiss for a criminal defense case. I was reassured after my first conversation with him that he was confident, professional, and had my case under control. His secretary was always friendly and whenever I needed to talk to Mr. Kusturiss he was always a phone call away...
John E. Kusturiss Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"John and I worked on 2 cases outside of Chester County and he proved to be an experienced litigator and excellent strategist. Very knowledgeable, personable and persuasive. Has complete understanding of all the issues, and an accurate evaluator of the value of a case and likelihood of success. Thoroughly enjoyable collaborative effort on both matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working on a case with John. I continue to refer him cases in areas of law where I am unfamiliar as I know with his expertise the clients are guaranteed the best results. He meets the highest professional and ethical standards."
"I endorse John. He has an exemplary reputation in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Very thorough in his approach and strategy to defend his clients' rights."
"John is well-experience in criminal law, diligent.and reliable."
"I have worked with John for over 10 years on some very complex criminal and civil cases. He is extremely intelligent and is fearless. I would try a case with him anytime. I count on him for advice more than any other lawyer I know."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is always prepared and is a pleasure to watch in action. He consistently controls the courtroom with his poise, knowledge of the case and his mastery of procedure."
"I endorse John wholeheartedly. He is one of the few attorneys I look to when I want another lawyer's viewpoint of a case."
"John is very knowledgeable in both personal injury and criminal law. I regularly refer clients to him. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a excellent representation in these practice areas"
"John is one of the most naturally gifted pure courtroom lawyers I've ever seen in my 22 years of practice. We tried a medmal Plaintiff's case together in super hostile turf. Normally, a jury there is in and out in five minutes. John kept them out five hours. He is so at home in a courtroom you would think he was born there. He glides about the courtroom, so at ease and certain in all of his moves. He has that rare instinct to know what will resonate with a jury-- and what won't. This sense is innate, not learned-- you either have it or you don't. If you have a PI case, this is the guy. Same for criminal defense."
"I endorse this lawyer. He meets the highest professional and ethical standards."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Voted in as President for a 2 year term., Delaware County Criminal Defense Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Owner, John E Kusturiss Jr PLLC
2007 - 2014
Owner, Law Office of John E Kusturiss Jr
1999 - 2004
Trial Attorney/Owner, Ostroff, Villari, and Kusturiss
Associations
Pennsylvania Association For Justice
Member
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Member
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
New Jersey Bar Association
Member
Delaware County Bar Association
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
Member
Delaware County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Yanak et. al. v Point Pleasant Pediatric Special Care, et. al.
$8,500,000.00 verdict. Delay damages of $1,700,000.00 were added following the verdict.
Payne v Cheney State University
Case settled prior to having to file suit.
Freeman v City of Chester et. al.
Judgement was entered in favor of the Freemans'
Commonwealth v Ingle
He plead guilty to Voluntary Manslaughter and was sentenced to 3 to 6 years in State Prison as apposed to life that 1st Degree called for, or the 10 years for 3rd Degree which was first offered.
Education
1978
Widener University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
Villanova University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Delaware County Inn of Court
Opening Statements
2013
Delaware County Bar Association
Murder, Mayhem and the Media
2010
Delaware County Inn of Court
Trial Tactics
2009
Delaware County Bar Association
Five County Criminal Practice
Publications
2012
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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Languages
English
Activity
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