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April Lynn Charleston
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Biography
April is the founding member of The Charleston Firm. She is the first of the third generation to pursue a career in law and join the Charleston family practice. April's focus is on estate and trust administration and estate planning. In addition to her estate practice, April represents many small, mid sized and family owned businesses, handling and resolving divergent matters ranging from business formation, acquisition of financing and working capital, employment agreements, contractual disputes, EEOC claims and defenses, loan modification and work-outs for distressed companies and a variety of litigation representing both plaintiffs and defendants.
April counsels many families and individuals in a wide array of personal and business concerns including corporate dissolution, winding up and shareholder disputes, the prosecution and defense of employment contracts, insurance claims, stolen identity and intellectual property claims. She also handles all aspects of both commercial and residential real estate transactions on behalf of sellers, purchasers and investors.
April already has tried cases in courts of multiple jurisdictions in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey. She has also represented clients before the Philadelphia Register of Wills, the Pennsylvania Orphan’s Court and the U.S. Bankruptcy Court. April is the author of the website
April also practices in an area of personal passion, by representing both visual and performing artists by assisting and consulting with them on contract negotiation, subcontractor rights, sale of works and services and copyright ownership.
April currently serves as the Vice President of Healing Art Works, Inc., a Pennsylvania non-profit which places original, donated artwork in patient spaces at medical centers and outpatient facilities.
April is a member of both the Montgomery County Estate Planning Council and the Chester County Estate Planning Council.
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 17 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 17 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
The Charleston Firm
60 W Boot Rd Ste 201, West Chester, PA, 19380-1107
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Posted by Jeff | December 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Reliable, Competent, Consultative, Fair
April and The Charleston Firm has been providing legal services for my business and family for more than a decade. No situation is ever too big or two small. Some examples of the work provided are: Estates & Trusts, General Business, Trademarks, Real Estate and Litigation. It's reassuring having a...
Posted by Diane | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Estate and Medical Disability
I met April when my mom passed away 3 years ago. She handled my mom's estate. I couldn't have made it through everything without her help and guidance. I was Executrix and had no clue what to do. Didn't matter, April did and all was handled perfectly. I am now using her for an appeal in my medical d...
Posted by Lisa | June 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Knowledgeable and efficient!
We contacted April to get a will together for us. We were taking a trip, and time was of the essence. April asked us the necessary questions, and quickly sent us a draft. We were able to have the documents we needed by the time we went away. We have used her again to change power of attorney info fo...
Posted by Craig | June 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Settling an estate
April helped my family settle our parent's estate when our mother passed away. Although the estate was small and fairly simple to settle, we did not know the process and having just lost a loved one, we were not up to the task on our own. April was extremely helpful and compassionate throughout the e...
Posted by Lindsay | June 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business
She made the process easier than I could imagine
April was an integral part in helping start my business. I had absolutely no idea what I was doing! The business opportunity fell in my lap and I was thrown into the world of legal forms, contracts, insurances, registration...The list goes on. Luckily, April and her team set me straight and got m...
April Lynn Charleston's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've had the pleasure of working with April on numerous occasions over the years and she has always been helpful, knowledgeable and responsive. I would certainly recommend her to anyone who needs assistance with estate planning, probate and real estate."
"I endorse this lawyer. Having worked for April for two years I have watched as she has handled matters in a vast number of practice areas, each with a great attention to the client's specific needs. April sets herself apart from other attorneys by treating each and every client (and potential client) as she would any of her friends or family. She is caring and passionate. It is her mission to provide help to those in need and to do so at a fair price. April has also been a great mentor to me as a young attorney. She instills confidence in those she works with and leads by example. April is the owner of The Charleston Firm, a general practice law firm in West Chester, PA. She specializes in Trust and Estate, Business and Real Estate law but her knowledge extends far beyond these areas. When legal issues arise, your first call should be to April Charleston."
"If you are looking for a lawyer who you can trust and depend on, I highly recommend April Charleston. April has a diverse set of skills that allow her to be successful in every endeavor she encounters. She makes all of her clients feel comfortable and well taken care of. Believe me, when the process is over, you will WANT to be friends with April because her personality extends well beyond her knowledge of the law. She cares a great deal not only about the clients that she serves, but also the communities in which she serves. This is why so many generations of families have continued to do business with the Charleston Firm over the years. Everything that you are looking for in a lawyer, you will absolutely find with April."
"April is one of the best lawyers I have seen in practice. She is diligent, patient and brilliant. She is an asset to the bar."
"April Charleston is an experienced attorney who understands the important relationship between business sucession and estate planning. With her background in both corporate law and estate planning/administration, April assists clients with a variety of family, tax, and business planning matters. Whether she is reviewing transactional documents such as buy-sell agreements or representing a fiduciary or beneficiary before the Orphans' Court, April is a dedicated advocate for her clients. April effectively communicates with her clients and can decipher complex agreements and legal procedures to help clients understand and acheive their goals. It was a pleasuring working for April, and I look forward to working with her in the future."
"I endorse this lawyer. April is a pleasure to work with and she has great knowledge and understanding with regard to the law and emotional aspects associated with estate planning."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is diligent, thorough and reliable in the handling of real estate transactions especially commercial transactions. She is also experienced, thorough and reliable in Estate Planning and Administration."
"I endorse this lawyer. April is very knowledgeable and effective lawyer. She cares about her clients interests and is very responsive."
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Experience
Work Experience
2008 - 2014
Associate, The Law Offices of Robert D. Charleston
Associations
2016 - Present
Chester County Estate Planning CouncilMember
2013 - Present
Montgomery County Estate Planning CounselMember
2012 - Present
Healing Art Works, Inc.Vice President
Education
2008
Brooklyn Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
University of Delaware
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
The Wonder Woman's Guide to Financial Planning Through the Decades
Financial Planning for Women
2016
Language Services Associates
The Basics of Estate Planning
2015
Performing Arts Management Course
Overview of Estate Planning
2014
Performing Arts Management Course
Overview of Estate Planning
2013
Performing Arts Management Course
Overview of Estate Planning
2013
Kennett Area Senior Center
The Basics of Estate Planning
2012
WFYL 1180AM
Speculating on the Future of the Federal Estate Tax
Publications
2016
PAinheritancetax.com
LEGAL PITFALLS OF A HOME-BASED BUSINESS
2013
PAinheritancetax.com
WHAT DOES THE “CLOUD” MEAN FOR ESTATE PLANNING?
2013
PAinheritancetax.com
SAME SEX COUPLES AND THE IMPORTANCE OF ESTATE PLANNING
2013
PAinheritancetax.com
ELDERLY PARENTS AND ESTATE PLANNING
2012
PAinheritancetax.com
BREAKFAST VS. ESTATE PLANNING
2012
PAinheritancetax.com
BEYOND ESTATE PLANNING: BUSINESS FORMATION
2012
PAinheritancetax.com
FAQ’S RE: ESTATE PLANS
2012
PAinheritancetax.com
A THOUGHT FOR THE NEW YEAR
2011
PAinheritancetax.com
EXECUTOR: THE BEGINNING
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