John B. Whalen, Jr., JD., LL.M., Attorney and Counselor at Law. Mr. Whalen is AV Peer Review Rated Preeminent 5.0 and Avvo Rated 10.0 Superb (obtaining over 95 client reviews and peer endorsements). He is the recipient of the Legum Magister Post-Doctorate Degree (LL.M.) in Taxation (from the Villanova University School of Law), a recipient of the American Jurisprudence Award in Wills, Trusts, and Estates, from the Widener University School of Law), and a recipient of the ABA-BNA Law Award for Academic Excellence (from the Widener University School of Law). He has also been named as an Awesome Attorney in the field of Estate Planning Law (by the Suburban Life Magazine of the Philadelphia suburbs) for the years 2010 through 2018, and was Editor-in-Chief of the Delaware Law Forum at Widener School of Law.
Mr. Whalen is a frequent speaker and writer on the areas of Probate, Wills, Trusts, Estates, and has spoken for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute, spoken at the Widener University Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, and spoken at the Delaware County Estate Planning Council. He has also had his legal articles published by the Pennsylvania Bar Institute, the Pennsylvania Law Weekly, the Philadelphia Business Journal, and the Martindale.Com website. He has had his law blogs published on the Lawyers.Com website.
He is a member of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court and the United States Federal Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. He is past president of the Delaware County Estate Planning Council, a past Internship Instructor of Conestoga High School, and Villanova University School of Law. He is a past member of the Chester County Estate Planning Council, a past President of the Chesterbrook Picket Post Condominium Association.
Mr. Whalen concentrates his legal practice solely in the areas of: Estate Law, Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Executor Representation, Probate, Ancillary Probate, Last Wills, Decedents Estates, Powers of Attorney, Advance Directives, Trust Law, Living Wills, Fiduciary Law, Inheritance, Inheritance Tax, Trusts and Estates, Trust Administration, Cemetery Law, Tax Law, Estates, Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples.
Mr. Whalen provides legal services seven (7) days per week, including all evenings, weekends, and holidays. Please Visit and Subscribe to our Blog and visit my website at WhalenPaProbateLawyers.
Mr. Whalen serves, and has served, both individuals and attorneys in the Southeastern Pennsylvania Metropolitan Area (and throughout the country), including Chester County Pa, Delaware County Pa, Lancaster County Pa, Montgomery County Pa, and Philadelphia County Pa. He has served clients in Ambler Pa, in Ardmore Pa, in Aston Pa, in Berwyn Pa, in Blue Bell Pa, in Bridgeport Pa, in Broomall Pa, in Bryn Mawr Pa, in Chadds Ford Pa, in Chesterbrook Pa, in Chester Heights Pa, in Chester Springs Pa, in Coatesville Pa, in Collegeville Pa, in Conshohocken Pa, in Devon Pa, in Downingtown Pa, in Drexel Hill Pa, in Eagleville Pa, in Easttown Pa, in Elkins Park Pa, in Exton Pa, in Frazer Pa, in Great Valley Pa, in Haverford Pa, in Havertown Pa, in Jeffersonville Pa, in Kennett Square Pa, in King of Prussia Pa, in Lansdale Pa, in Limerick Pa, in Linfield Pa, in Linwood Pa, in Lower Merion Pa, in Malvern Pa, in Media Pa, in Narberth Pa, in Newtown Square Pa, in Norristown Pa, in Oaks Pa, in Overbrook Pa, in Paoli Pa, in Parkesburg Pa, in Phoenixville Pa, in Plymouth Meeting Pa, in Pottstown Pa, in Radnor Pa, in Ridley Park Pa, in Rosemont Pa, in St. Davids Pa, in Springfield Pa, in Strafford Pa, in Swarthmore Pa, in Thorndale Pa, in Tredyffrin Pa, in Trooper Pa, in Upper Merion Pa, in Valley Forge Pa, in Villanova Pa, in Wayne Pa, in West Chester Pa, in Westtown Pa, in Whitemarsh Pa, in Willistown Pa, in Wynnewood Pa, and in Yeadon Pa.
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John B. Whalen, Jr.
118 Westdale Road
Upper Darby, PA, 19082
John B Whalen Jr
118 Westdale Road
Upper Darby, PA, 19082
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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PA | Active | 1990 | 07/01/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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2019 Lawyers AV Preeminent | 2019 Lawyers AV Preeminent | 2019 |
2019 Martindale AV Preeminent | 2019 Martindale AV Preeminent | 2019 |
2019 Best Lawyer Daily Times | 2019 Best Lawyer Daily Times | 2019 |
2018 Avvo Superb | 2018 Avvo Superb | 2018 |
2018 Best Lawyer Daily Times | 2018 Best Lawyer Daily Times | 2018 |
2018 Client Champion | 2018 Client Champion | 2018 |
2018 Martindale AV Judicial | 2018 Martindale AV Judicial | 2018 |
2018 Martindale AV Preeminent | 2018 Martindale AV Preeminent | 2018 |
2018 Top One Percent | 2018 Top One Percent | 2018 |
2017 Top 1% Most Honored Professionals | American Registry | 2017 |
2017 AV Preeminent Judicial | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
2017 AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
2017 Client's Choice | Avvo | 2017 |
2016 AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
2016 AV Preeminent Rated 10 Years | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
2016 Awesome Attorneys | Suburban Life Magazine | 2016 |
2016 Lawyers of Distinction | Lawyers of Distinction | 2016 |
2016 AV Preeminent Judicial | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
2016 Client Distinction | Avvo | 2016 |
2015 Avvo Superb | Avvo | 2015 |
2015 Client Distinction | Avvo | 2015 |
2015 AV Preeminent Judicial | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
2015 AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
2015 25 Years | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
2015 Awesome Attorney | Suburban Life Magazine | 2015 |
2014 Avvo Superb | Avvo | 2014 |
2014 Client Distinction | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
2014 AV Preeminent Judicial | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
2014 AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
2014 Top 1% Most Honored Professionals | American Registry | 2014 |
2014 Awesome Attorney | Suburban Life Magazine | 2014 |
2013 Client Distinction | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
2013 Avvo Superb | Avvo | 2013 |
2013 AV Preeminent Judicial | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
2013 AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
2012 AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
2012 AV Preeminent Judicial | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
2012 Top Lawyers | Main Line Today Magazine | 2012 |
2012 Awesome Attorney | Pa Suburban Life Magazine | 2012 |
2012 Avvo Superb | Avvo | 2012 |
2011 AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
2011 Awesome Attorney | Pa Suburan Life Magazine | 2011 |
2011 Top 1% Most Honored Professionals | American Registry | 2011 |
2010 Awesome Attorney List | Pa Suburban Life Magazine | 2010 |
2010 AV Peer Review Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
2010 Bar Register Preeminent Law Firms | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
2010 Bar Register Preeminent Law Firms | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
2009 Bar Register Preeminent Lawyers | Martindale-Hubbell | 2009 |
2009 AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2009 |
2009 Bar Register Preeminent Lawyers | Martindale-Hubbell | 2009 |
2008 AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2008 |
2007 AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2007 |
2006 AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2006 |
1990 Outstanding Contributions - Editor-In-Chief | Delaware Law Forum | 1990 |
1989-1990 Editor-In-Chief | Delaware Law Forum | 1990 |
1990 Academice Excellence | ABA-BNA | 1990 |
1989 American Jurisprudence Award | Lawyer’s Coorperative | 1989 |
1989 Outstanding Contributions | Delaware Law Forum | 1989 |
1988 Outstanding Contributions | Delaware Law Forum | 1988 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Probate Wills Estates Attorney | John B. Whalen, Jr. J.D., LL.M. | 2006 - Present |
Probate Wills Estates Attorney | Lamb McErlane PC | 2004 - 2006 |
Probate Wills Estates Attorney | Lastowka Messick PC | 1998 - 2004 |
Probate Wills Estates Attorney | Forceno Hannon & Arangio PC | 1992 - 1998 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Pennsylvania Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys | Member | 2004 - Present |
Chester County Estate Planning Council | Board of Directors | 2006 - 2007 |
Delaware County Estate Planning Council | Past President | 2006 - 2007 |
Delaware County Estate Planning Council | President | 2005 - 2006 |
Delaware County Estate Planning Council | 1st Vice President | 2004 - 2005 |
Chester County Bar Association | Member | 2004 - 2007 |
Delaware County Estate Planning Council | 2nd Vice President | 2003 - 2004 |
Delaware County Bar Association | Member | 1999 - 2007 |
American Bar Association | Member | 1990 - 2008 |
Pennsylvania Bar Association | Member | 1990 - 2008 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Martindale-Hubbell publication | When Does A Living Will Go Into Effect? | 2009 |
Lawyers.Com | Pa Living Wills and Surrogates | 2009 |
Lawyers.Com | Pa Powers of Attorney and Agents | 2009 |
Lawyers.Com | Pa Last Wills and Executors | 2009 |
Lawyers.Com | Pa Estates and Income Tax Returns | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Villanova University School of Law | LL.M - Master of Laws | 1994 |
Widener University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1990 |
Temple University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1986 |
Montgomery County College | A.A.S. | 1983 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Widener University, Exton Campus | The House That Jack Built | 2007 |
2nd Annual Women Business Owner Seminar | Estate Planning for Women Business Owners | 2006 |
6th Annual Estate and Elder Law Symposium | Settlement of Small Estates | 2005 |
11th Annual Estate Law Institute | Settlement of Small Estates | 2004 |
Delaware County Estate Planning Council | Payments to Family and Funeral Directors | 2004 |
Delaware County Bar Association | The Declaration of Independence from Letters | 2004 |
Delaware County Estate Planning Council | The USA PATRIOT Act Privacy Rules | 2004 |
Delaware County Estate Planning Council | Smith Charitable Trusts (# 1 & #2) | 2003 |
Delaware County Estate Planning Council | PA Abolishes Common Law Marriage | 2003 |
Case name | Outcome |
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In re Estate of (Name Omitted For Confidentiality), Dec’d | Won … Domicile Established In County B |
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James Frederick, Probate Attorney on Oct 29, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Whalen and I practice in the same areas of law, so I have had the privilege of reading numerous of his responses to Avvo questions. His answers are always correct on the law, thorough, practical and helpful. I have learned a great deal about Pennsylvania probate law from his answers, and I am happy to endorse Attorney Whalen and his services. The Avvo community is very fortunate that he is willing to volunteer his time and experience. James Frederick
Joseph Masiuk, Estate planning Attorney on Apr 14, 2012
Relationship: Other
I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. Even though we practice in different locations in the Delaware Valley, I have followed his advice on Avvo for some time now. His advice has been incisive, practical, and to the point in this difficult field of estate practice.
Sean Cleary, Power of attorney Attorney on Dec 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Hovanes Margarian, Unknown Attorney on Nov 5, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Lenore Myers, Estate planning Attorney on Jun 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
John is expert in his field. He is highly regarded by the bench and bar alike. I would recommend him to any of my client's seeking legal guidance in the area of Wills and Estate Planning
Benjamin Peppard, Estate planning Attorney on Dec 10, 2013
Relationship: Friend
I endorse Mr. Whalen as one of the best around; and a great guy!
Michael Gerace, Wills and living wills Attorney on Sep 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Awesome attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Josef Hirschmann, Estate planning Attorney on Aug 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Whalen spends a significant amount of time answering questions in the Avvo forum. His answers show a clear understanding and knowledge of the law. I would recommend him.
M. Miller, Estate planning Attorney on Jun 13, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Steven Fromm, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 6, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have read many of John's answers here at Avvo. He is very careful in his analysis, making sure he understands the facts and his opinions are well considered. These are the characteristics of a fine lawyer. I strongly endorse this lawyer.
Joshua Mathews, Unknown Attorney on Dec 28, 2012
Relationship: Other
Having reviewed this attorney's written materials and experience, I would certainly recommend him.
Yvette Taylor-Hachoose, Estate planning Attorney on Nov 3, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endores this lawyer. As a fellow attorney practicing in the legal areas that John services, I can appreciate his level of expertise and dedication to his clients. He is very knowledgeable in estate planning, probate, trusts and wills. His clients benefit from an experienced professional who is committed to consistently providing the highest level legal guidance.
Joseph Pippen, Estate planning Attorney on Nov 3, 2012
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Whalen practices in the same area that I do-Estate planning. His answers on AVVO are detailed and very helpful to persons in need of legal direction. I would recommend anyone needing estate planning in to consult with him.
Brian Sipe, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 29, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have come across many of Mr. Whalen's answers to questions here on Avvo and I have them to be accurate readings of the law every time. He is an asset to the Avvo community.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Sep 21, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.
Philip Burnham, Estate planning Attorney on Aug 26, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. John is very knowledgeable and an outstanding lawyer.
Michael Greenberg, Estate planning Attorney on Aug 25, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Whalen continues to provide excellent responses to questions posed by members of the Avvo legal community. I had the pleasure of attending law school with Mr. Whalen. He is bright, articulate and possesses a keen knowledge of the law.
Steven Zelinger, Probate Attorney on Jul 18, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Scott Towers, Estate planning Attorney on Apr 18, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known John to be a very intelligent, diligent, honest and articulate lawyer who has a wealth of knowledge and experience in his practice area. He has a great deal of common sense and the ability to discuss complex issues in simple terms. I endorse him with enthusiasm.
Arik Ben-Ari, Estate planning Attorney on Apr 17, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.
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