John Versace Rafferty

John Versace Rafferty

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 12 years

Personal injury Lawyer at West Chester, PA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Contracts & Agreements

17 E Gay Street, Suite 100, West Chester, PA

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Contracts and Agreements 50%

Has someone failed to do what they contracted to do? Has someone claimed a contract governs where one doesn't exist? Every day I litigate cases where contracts, or a lack of a contract, define the relationship between the parties.

10 years | 30 cases

50%
Personal Injury 50%

If you've been traumatized by another during a time in your life when you were vulnerable or in a vulnerable position, I can help hold your attacker accountable, often-times with no up-front costs to you.

10 years | 20 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-395 per hour

Contingency

28%-34%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 12 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Gawthrop Greenwood, PC

17 E Gay Street, Suite 100, West Chester, PA, 19380-3144

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John Versace Rafferty's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 34 reviews

Posted by Richard | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very Successful Support

We engaged John to assist us in addressing some legal issues for a family member. He was very efficient and effective in his interactions with the court and achieved the goals that we had identified. John was also very good in his communications and kept us updated throughout the process - thanks!

Posted by Ryan | July 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Auto accident. I was injured by an under insured motorists.

It was a pleasure to work with John Rafferty on my auto accident issues. John always was willing to explain anything I didn’t understand or needed clarification with. He worked on my case over a year and a half with two different insurance companies. John ensured communication between us was always a... priority and I fully understood the next steps. He was diligently working to ensure he had as much information as possible and continued to check on my wellbeing after being injured in the accident. I certainly would hire him again and would suggest anyone needing an attorney to call John first.

Posted by Rob | May 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security

A truly special person

My wife and I hired John to represent our son during our SSA case. Throughout the process, John was honest, transparent, and took the time to get to know us and our son. The time he spent with us exceeded our expectations. While the result did not return in our favor, we left inspired that there are ...people like John and his firm who support individuals like our son and families like ours.

Posted by David | December 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Thank you John

Mr. Rafferty made the process simple and time effective. He has previously helped my family and his assistance is always much appreciated.

Posted by Walter | December 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Traffic Citation - Excellent Work

John represented me on a traffic citation. He responded quickly to emails and was very informative about process. Each step was explained in layperson terms and he double checked to make sure I understood. John laid out a perfect resolution, a probable outcome and a worst case scenario to prepare ...me. Going into the trail we had a game plan and I felt he full understood my point of view. At the hearing he handled the discussion with the trooper and the judge achieving the probable, and desired, outcome he articulated. John was easy to speak with, I felt comfortable he fully understood my needs and always felt he was looking out for my best interest both legally and financially with his services.

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John Versace Rafferty's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Milks

Litigation lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Charles Maloney

Litigation lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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John Winicov

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Michael Skinner

Litigation lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

2018

Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

2012

Pro-Bono Award, SuperLawyers

2012

Fulbright Fellowship, United States Department of State

2009

Public Interest Scholarship (Full tuition), Villanova Law School

Work Experience

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

Associations

2014 - Present

Chester County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Hispanic Bar Association of Pennsylvania

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Insurer Denied Claim

Two months after receiving my letter, the insurance company reversed their decision and covered her surgery.

Employment Discrimination

Client was offered a promotion by the federal agency.

Tax Assessment

Client recovered all of the back taxes he was owed under the law.

Unemployment Compensation

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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Education

2012

Villanova University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Boston College

B.A. in Philosophy

Speaking Engagements

2018

2017

Lockhaven University Law Enforcement Forensic Investigation Training

How to Create More Effective Crime Scene Photography

Publications

2011

Encyclopedia for Transnational Crime & Justice (SAGE) “NGO” Encyclopedia entry (2011)

2009

Human Trafficking at the Crossroads (Bahrain) The Manama Declaration on Human Trafficking at the Crossroads. (co-author)

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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