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I provide my clients cost-effective and aggressive litigation strategies. I am available and reachable and open to questions, because I understand how complex and frustrating the legal system can be at times.
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17 E Gay Street, Suite 100, West Chester, PA, 19380-3144
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Posted by Susan M. Cirilli, Esq. | September 28, 2020 | Litigation
Professional Advocate
John and I were opposing counsel for a contentious litigation. He was a strong advocate for his client, but was always courteous towards me. We definitely went at it in the litigation arena, but he was always the first to say, "have a nice weekend," or "don't work too hard." He is a true professio...
Posted by Ola | January 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Excellent lawyer
Johns! Is very professional at his job! He does his work with heart, he makes sure not to fail his clients & does all that’s within his power. He truly fights with his clients as if he knew them, I appreciate every he did for me & for doing more than he has to. If I had to suggest a lawyer to anybody...
Posted by Patrick Jones | September 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney
John Rafferty
My Wife and I would like to thank John for his professionalism this past month. John listened closely to our situation and represented our family with great detail. This was not an easy situation and we needed a person to be firm, but open to all sides. We would recommend John to anyone who needed a ...
Posted by Kevin | August 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A great lawyer
John V. Rafferty handled a case for me that lasted for almost two years. In that time he demonstrated a very strong work ethic combined with compassion and understanding. If at any time I had a question or concern he would immediately get back to me. I have dealt with other lawyers in the past, but t...
Posted by Ammar | July 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Extremely wise and knowledgeable .
I was facing a very tough situation about legal matters and mr Rafferty got my case dismissed .
"John is a passionate and determined attorney who refused to rest until he knows he’s explored every possible option for his clients. His outside of the box, innovative thinking affords his clients the best results."
"John is a passionate, intelligent, and creative litigator. John and I were prosecutors together for many years. I witnessed, firsthand, the fire that John not only brings to the courtroom, but also the compassion he has for those he is fighting for. If you have litigation needs, I give John my highest recommendation."
"John and I collaborated on a legal matter. From the start I was impressed by the time and attention John devoted to analyzing the facts of the case and researching the relevant law. After the lawsuit was filed John zealously represented his clients and would not settle the case until they were fairly and justly compensated for their loss I recommend John Rafferty without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know John to be an honest, respected member of the bar, and zealous advocate for his clients."
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2020
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2012
Pro-Bono Award, SuperLawyers
2012
Fulbright Fellowship, United States Department of State
2009
Public Interest Scholarship (Full tuition), Villanova Law School
2017 - Present
Professor of Criminal Justice Policy, Cabrini University
2017 - Present
Associate, Gawthrop Greenwood, PC
2014 - 2017
Assistant District Attorney, Chester County District Attorney's Office
2013 - 2014
Independence Fellow, Friends of Farmworkers (NGO)
2012 - 2013
Fulbright Fellow to Ecuador, United States Department Of State
2011 - 2011
Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable Elizabeth T Hey, United States District Court, EDPA
2011 - 2011
Anti-Human Trafficking Team in Quito, Ecuador, United Nations
2011 - 2011
Litigation Attorney, Department Of Homeland Security Ice
2005 - 2009
Lieutenant, (Legal Officer & Anti-Submarine Warfare Officer), United States Navy
2014 - Present
Chester County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Hispanic Bar Association of PennsylvaniaMember
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Client recovered all of the back taxes he was owed under the law.
The hearing officer agreed with my legal analysis and concluded that my client did not engage in willful misconduct; thereby making him eligible for unemployment compensation.
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