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Michael Joseph Hawley

3.4
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 31 years

Commercial real estate Lawyer at Chadds Ford, PA
Practice Areas: Commercial, Litigation, Business ... +7 more

6 Ponds Edge Drive, Suite 1, Chadds Ford, PA

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 31 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 31 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Lyons Dougherty, LLC

6 Ponds Edge Drive, Suite 1, Chadds Ford, PA, 19317

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Michael Joseph Hawley's Reviews

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3.4 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Richard | March 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best decision for a lawyer hands down

Mike wasted zero time with my case and was very thorough and considerate with every email sent my way discussing the procedure and what to expect with every step. The entire process was seamless and painless for me, he explained everything I needed to know in easy to follow language that took all of ...the stress off the table for me, and did so with much enthusiasm going forward as everything progressed. I’ve already recommended Mike to several people who were in need of good representation, and I will continue to do so as he has exceeded my expectations multiple times throughout my case. Mike did so well for me and even some family members who he represented in the past, he is absolutely worth considering!

Posted by Joe | October 22, 2019 | Wills & Living Wills

CREATES AN ATMOSPHERE OF ILL WILL

Michael Hawley creates an atmosphere of ill will where opposing family members never heal from his abrasive techniques. In our consultation Michael Hawley described the wall of protection he provides his clients. He wants everything to go through him and the opposing attorney, which racks up fees f...or both parties. The reason we did not hire him were his references. His aggressive style stops communication and stops the progress of cases. He recommends to ask and push for everything, and then you have a better chance of getting more. My mother's will gave my sister a specific ring and Michael Hawley said don't give it to her. Make her fight for it. We had other disputes, but that was not one of them. He did not respect the wishes of the deceased. It was my sister who I was having a disagreement with, but some areas of mother's will were very clear. My goal was to settle the disputed areas, not have a division so wide so that my sister & I never speak again. His references said, he created such hard feelings that the family never spoke again.

Michael Hawley

Replied last October 22, 2019

An interesting post, but one that is wholly fabricated. In almost 25 years of practice I have never consulted with anyone under the scenario you relate. You hide behind a keyboard and refuse to identify yourself and you make false statements. You are not "Joe"; you are in fact the opposing party in a civil matter in which you were yesterday taken to task by your own attorney for your reprehensible and dishonest behaviors., all of which has resulted in you being legally prevented from taking things that don't belong to you. Your timing and your writing style give you away completely. It is unfortunate that someone like you is provided a platform to spew this kind of nonsense. No thinking or rational person, no one that I would want as a client, will pay any attention to your fairy tale.

Posted by Laura | January 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Great Representation

Michael Hawley represented me in a complicated family estate matter which had family members against family members. His counsel was straightforward and sincere and he helped me separate the facts from the emotion. In the end, he helped me overcome the hurdles and get what was rightfully mine. The... second time I hired Michael was for an employment case. Again, he successfully represented me and was able to negotiate a much larger severance package than that which I had been offered. Highly recommended!

Posted by Lynda | January 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best of the Best!

I hired Michael Hawley on two separate occasions for cases completely unrelated. The first, was a complicated case that had been botched by the first attorney I hired. I had a lot on the line and Hawley came through with flying colors. Not only did he win the case for me, but I was able to live my... life without disruption while he handled everything. Again, Michael Hawley successfully handled every aspect of my second case while I continued on with my life. When it gets down to having to hire an attorney to settle a dispute, the process can be turbulent. Michael Hawley served as a wall between the turmoil and me while delivering wins on both occasions. If you are looking for an attorney who is competent and who will have your back, Michael Hawley should be your number one choice!

Posted by Michael | August 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Horrible Lawyer

Don't even consider using this guy. He is technically a thief because he will charge you for everything, even if it is something that doesn't even relate to you. Power hungry, and abuses his power and position. Honestly, seemed relatively unintelligent for an attorney, and doesn't follow the contract...s at all. I would avoid this guy at all costs, and everyone in his office. DONT USE THEM!!!!

Michael Hawley

Replied last August 14, 2017

I would very much like to speak with you as to this review and attempt to address any and all concerns you may have in a professional fashion. I would welcome the opportunity to hear whatever you may have to say and try to understand the reasons for your position. Kindly contact me at your convenience as I have no idea who you may be and have no means by which to find that out because you have not identified yourself.

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Honors

2016

Outstanding Alumni, Neumann University

2014

Adjunct Faculty Member of the Year, 2013 and 2014, Widener University School of Law

Associations

2017 - Present

Neumann University

Adjunct Faculty

2005 - Present

Widener Law School

Adjunct Professor

Education

1994

Widener Univ School of Law

JD

Languages

English

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