Hope C. Lefeber

Hope C. Lefeber

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 46 years

Federal crime Lawyer at Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas: Federal Crime, White Collar Crime, Criminal Defense

1500 JFK Boulevard: Suite 1205, Two Penn Center, Philadelphia, PA

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 5 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2020

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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 46 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1979

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Hope C. Lefeber

1500 JFK Boulevard: Suite 1205, Two Penn Center, Philadelphia, PA, 19102

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Hope C. Lefeber's Reviews

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25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Angie | September 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Federal Crime

The Best Attorney, Person, Individual, to Hire for your Defense

Ms. Hope Lefeber is an extremely caring, compassionate, understanding, and very well versed attorney. She puts her clients first and makes you feel at easy even through trying times. She not only works with the client, but with the family as well in keeping you abreast of what is happening and expe...ctations. She is always available to talk and does not just push you aside. Her calming voice, detailed answers, and just her overall spirit tells you right away she is on your side and willing to fight for you, especially if the government is trying to accuse you of something you know that you are completely innocent. When our family first met Ms. Lefeber she immediately listened and was able to fully understand what was happening as our son is facing federal charges. Ms. Lefeber explores the facts and gives you her honest feedback even though it is hard to comprehend at first. She breaks down everything in detail and is able to put your mind at easy just knowing she is on your side. I know what impressed our family the most was the way she stepped up after we had a horrible attorney who was not there for our sons benefit. She immediately started taking action with no hesitation and making contact with the proper individuals. If you want an Attorney who’s going to fight for you and not make you feel like you are guilty before being proven innocent you need to Hire Ms. Hope Lefeber she is an extraordinary attorney, individual, and overall person. “She’s not just in it for the money, but to win, for you the client”.

Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2019 | Criminal Defense

Very calming presence

After recently being confronted by federal agents, I was intimidated and confused. Hope cleared up all the confusion. She was looking out for me 100% and didn’t let me feel bullied or pressured any longer. She was empathetic and very responsive. She erased all my worries. I would recommend her withou...t hesitation to friends, family, or anyone who needs someone who knows what they’re doing.

Posted by Ronnie Johnson | July 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

She IS her NAME!!.... HOPE

When you are in a desperate situation you need to speak with an attorney RIGHT THEN & NOW. I had called SEVERAL lawyers and all I got was a paralegal asking me a bunch of stupid questions, saying " I will pass your message on and somebody will contact you." NO, NO, NO...that doesn't work for me as I ...need to speak with an attorney NOW, not someone who will call me back at THEIR convenience. I then prayed and said, " Lord please direct me to an attorney who will HELP me." Afterwards, I saw the name...HOPE and I KNEW it was DIVINE intervention. I dialed her number so quickly and an assistant answered, "hello." I said, " Please, I NEED to speak with Hope about my son's case NOW." WITHOUT NO dumb questions, WITHOUT NO taking a message, WITHOUT saying someone will get back to me...the assistant said," Sure, please hold." Then when I heard HOPE say, " Hello, how may I help you?" I said to myself, " Thank you Jesus, I got the RIGHT ONE NOW!" I explained to Hope the situation and I wanted to discuss the money aspect of things, Hope WASN'T EVEN CONCERNED about $$$ UNLIKE MOST attorneys. Don't get me wrong, attorneys have bills to pay also, but Hope was concerned about my son and his case, NOT MONEY!! It was like talking to FAMILY. Hope is ONLY CONCERNED ABOUT YOU. Hope was "ALL OVER IT" & got results for us.. GOOD RESULTS!! She UNDERSTANDS & understands how law enforcement treats "US". She gets it. Hope is CONCERNED, COMPASSIONATE and KNOWS THE LAW!! This lady ain't no joke when it comes to the law. I'm just sooo thankful & grateful that God lead me to her. I even have her PERSONAL CELL phone number. I can call Hope ANYTIME. Hope is my attorney for Life. So when unforeseen circumstances come your way...... RELAX, KEEP CALM, & CALL HOPE. With HOPE on ya side.....you CAN'T GO WRONG! She IS IN FACT HER NAME.....HOPE!!!!!!

Posted by Kathleen | July 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

When you need hope...call Hope !

Our story is very long but I'll sum it up, weI desperately needed an attorney and we needed one the night before Thanksgiving. I believe it was close to 9pm and I had already resigned myself to the fact that this was a longshot that someone would answer a call hours before the holiday . I found Hop...e Lefeber online and tried the number! Much to my delight she answered personally ! I told her I liked her name and Hope was what we needed ! We needed her in court first thing Friday morning, the day after Thanksgiving and she said "I'll be there " and she was and has been through a very trying time in our lives. She is incredibly knowledgeable and thorough and is still helping us through the twists and turns . We highly recommend her !! Thank you Hope !!

Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Hope Lefeber is a Winner's Winner!!!

When I was asked to write a review of the services Hope provided, for me (and hopefully [No pun intended] for you when you ultimately hire her), it was a no brainer. But like me, early on in this process, you maybe wondering what separates her from the pack. I remember thinking, how am I going to cha...nge the odds of the situation I have undoubtedly found myself in too be as favorable as humanly possible in the end without having someone "wack'd" or moving to Costa Rica. Its her attitude towards the situation to start. When she takes you on as a client she owns it from the highs to the lows and everything in between. She always answers(99.99%), and when she doesn't(.01%), which is rare[hence the .01%] , she gives you a call back with the utmost respect for your time. Furthermore, her attention to detail really stood out throughout the daunting process. Not just dotting every "I" but really checking for every possible recourse to getting me something that metaphorically speaking resembled, in theory, a get out of jail free card. I don't know if it would matter to you as a perspective client but when it came to me, she was a straight shooter, she didn't always tell me good things but she did give me her honest observation of what the road would lead to on this journey she was willing to embark on with me, which I respected greatly. Also, when it comes to walking into a room and carrying the demeanor of an attorney that is looking to get the best for her client, well I'll just say, "You better hire Hope!" Because when its all said and done the cost of your freedom has no number, the feeling you have when she's done doing what she does best... that also has no number, just call her thats what I did after reading about her. Experience the first class service I experienced as a client that is second to none. Then like me when it's all over and you get the call as I did to write a review; you just make sure you sit at your computer and write about it in all its entirety like myself, nicely and free.

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

1976

Graduated magna cum laude, University of Pennsylvania

Work Experience

1983 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Hope C. Lefeber, LLC

Associations

2013 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member - invitation only

Federal Criminal Lawyers Association

Member

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Philadelphia Bar Association

Member

Montgomery County Bar Association

Member

Education

1979

Rutgers Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

University of Pennsylvania

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

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