Scott M. Pollins

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Scott M. Pollins

4.7
12 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Swarthmore, PA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Personal Injury

800 Westdale Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 90%

retaliation, harassment, discrimination, whistleblower, non-compete, employment agreements, severance, wage and hour, overtime, employee benefits, civil rights

27 years

90%
Personal Injury 10%

car/truck crash, premises liability, slip/trip and fall, sexual assault

27 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 29 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 30 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 30 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Pollins Law Firm

800 Westdale Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, 19081-2311

pollinslaw.com/

Scott M. Pollins's Reviews

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Posted by Marni Jo Snyder | July 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing consultant for a fellow lawyer

I hired Mr. Pollins to consult on a criminal case where the conviction in a criminal matter could affect his employment at a large company. Mr. Pollins walked the client through the process of notifying his employer, gave clear and to the point advice, and was available for follow-up. I will call h...im for all of my employment questions in the future.

Posted by Reem | October 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Truly Superb: Professional and Caring

Scott Pollins has skills within the arena of employee's rights that are ideal for anyone searching for strong representation. He is knowledgeable not only from a factual, legal perspective but also with regard to character, personality, and the subtleties these cases often present. He was able to han...dle our case with legal acumen and was both highly efficient and very thorough. Besides navigating the case with legal skill, Scott operates with sincerity and sympathy for the dilemma. Always responsive to calls, he will extend himself during stressful periods by going the extra mile. For example, he reaches out regularly—even during weekends and holidays-- to keep an open line of communication. I would very highly recommend Scott to any employee who wants a lawyer with superlative legal and communication skills, tenacity, ready responsiveness as well as an often difficult-to-find sincere empathy for the client's often stressful dilemma.

Posted by Amy | February 13, 2015 | Employee Benefits

One of A Kind

I have had the great pleasure of working with Scott over the last year regarding an ERISA case and going up against a huge insurance company. Scott is a master of his craft and an expert with ERISA law. From the day we first met, Scott has been nothing short of creative, smart, professional, communi...cative, and honest. He makes complex laws incredible tangible for a person like me who is far from acclimated to the world of Law. He is willing to fight for the "little guy" and I could have not felt more proud to have Scott represent me in the court of law. Our journey was successful and I would recommend Scott to anyone with high regard and zero reservation. A true gentleman, Scott is a 100% class act. Scott is a team player who went above and beyond the call of duty for me and my case ... for that I am eternally grateful. Anyone would/will be lucky to have Scott Pollins represent them in any legal matter. One of kind!

Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2013 | Employment & Labor

Timely and excellent results - An attorney that really cares

In December of 2012, I contacted Scott Pollins for legal advice concerning a severance negotiation strategy. Although this was a difficult time for me, Scott was thoughtful, responsive and professionally prepared to take on my widely recognized former employer. Scott is articulate, well organized, e...xperienced and an ideal liaison between my former employer and me. In addition to taking on a partner in one of the largest law firms in the country, Scott was confident, patient and in contact with me frequently, keeping me apprised of any new discoveries and to partner and strategize our next move. Within a few months, Scott was able to successfully negotiate a substantial severance agreement that both parties could agree on, shake hands and walk away. I would recommend Scott to friends and if I had an occasion, would hire his professional services again.

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Scott M. Pollins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Hancock

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Pollins is a fierce advocate on behalf of working people with a deep knowledge of employment law. I fully endorse Mr. Pollins."

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Jeremy Rosenbaum

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Scott Pollins. I have known him for years and worked with him. He is an excellent attorney."

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Jared Jacobson

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Scott Pollins on several occasions. Scott is a true gentleman and "peoples' lawyer", always fighting hard for his clients and finding creative solutions for all parties involved. I strongly recommend Scott."

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Gina Rubel

Employment and labor lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Scott Pollins of Willig, Williams & Davidson on a number of Employment Matters. He is one of my go-to lawyers when it comes to dealing with employment matters and explaining them to the media. He is an absolute pleasure to work with and extremely knowledgeable."

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Christopher Ezold

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent attorney with thorough understanding of employment issues and ability to take cases through trial. Highly recommended."

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Michael Raffaele

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Ryan Hancock

Employment and labor lawyer

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Jeremy Rosenbaum

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Jared Jacobson

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Andrew Abramson

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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2007

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2005

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Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Pollins Law Firm

2011 - 2014

Of counsel, Willig, Williams & Davidson

1999 - 2011

Owner, Pollins Law Firm

1995 - 1998

Associate, White and Williams, LLP

Associations

2010 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association (Eastern Pennsylvania chapter)

President

2010 - Present

USDC-EDPa Plaintiff's Employment Panel

Co-chair

2010 - Present

American Bar Association, Employment Rights and Responsibilities Committee

Member

2007 - Present

Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - Present

Maryland Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2006 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2006 - Present

Pennsylvania Association For Justice

Member

2005 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Nolan v. Arkema

Case settled immediately before trial

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Education

1995

Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Bucknell University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

National Employment Lawyers Association

Medical Leaves of Absence

2013

Pennsylvania Bar Institute

Drafting Employee Handbooks

2013

American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Ethical Fee Agreements

2013

American Bar Association, Employment Rights and Responsibilities Committee

Unpaid Internships

2011

American Bar Association, Employment Rights and Responsibilities Committee

The Impact of the 2008-2011 Recession on Labor and Employment Lawyers and Their Clients

2009

Pennsylvania Bar Institute

Effectively Guiding a Complainant through the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission

2009

Pennsylvania Bar Institute

Taxation of Awards and Settlements in Employment Case

2009

Montgomery Bar Association

Pleading Employment Discrimination Cases

Publications

2012

Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) Representing Employees in Discrimination Cases

2010

National Employment Lawyers Association - Eastern Pa. Public Policy Wrongful Discharge Cases

Languages

English

Activity

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