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Biography
Foreclosure defense, NOT Bankruptcy, in PA Courts. We help put time on your side.
Foreclosure defense, NOT Bankruptcy, in PA Courts. We help put time on your side.
Representing buyers, sellers and investors of residential and commercial real estate since 1988.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Foreclosure
45%
Real Estate
45%
General Practice
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-350 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
2016 2015 2014
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Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 37 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Robert J Carey
117 West Gay Street, Suite 309, West Chester, PA, 19380
Online Presence
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Robert John Carey's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | March 6, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Honest & Knowledgable
Bob was straightforward and told us exactly what we would expect from pursuing a pending real estate legal matter. Whether your party is in the right or the wrong, Bob is going to tell you how it is and is exactly what you would want from a trustworthy lawyer.
Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Honest opinion
This lawyer returned my call and give me his honest advice for free. I think lawyer is more in the help side than the money.
Posted by Anita Wood | September 22, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Foreclosure Problem
He was so helpful and offered to review documents for me. I think he is awesome.
Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2015 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Straightforward and great advice!
Mr. Carey was kind enough to contact me on a Sunday afternoon regarding questions I had about a claim that was filed against me. He was patient in listening, and understanding of my situation, and offered some strategies to me in my quest for self defense. I have not met Mr. Carey personally, but ...
Posted by Tanya H. | September 24, 2014
Exceptionally knowledgable
I had a consultation with Attorney Carey regarding an issue with a short sale transaction. He was very thorough, concise and used layman's terms that I could understand. He was extremely patient and allowed me sufficient time to ask any questions I had. He does tons of foreclosure work and is also...
Robert John Carey's Lawyer Endorsements
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
James O'Brien
General practice lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Solo General Practice - Real Estate and Foreclosure Defense, Robert J. Carey, Attorney and Counselor at Law
1996 - 1999
Associate in Real Estate Department, Saul Ewing Remick & Saul. LLP
1991 - 1996
Solo General Practice, Carey Legal Services
1988 - 1991
Associate in Real Estate and Environmental Departments, Saul Ewing Remick & Saul
Associations
2007 - Present
Suburban West Realtors AssociationAttorney Affiliate Member
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Wells Fargo v. Fisher
Settlement with First and Second lenders who agreed to stay any sales and execution on the default judgments in order to allow our clients to work out loan modifications with the lenders.
Shergalis v. DeAngelo
Trial Verdict and Judgment in favor of our client and against the complainant on all counts.
US Bank N.A. v. Harmon
Split decision of Superior Court Panel against my clients but which opened the door to later appeals concerning lender standing.
Hurd v. Thompson
Trial Verdict and Judgment in favor of our clients on all counts and against the claimants on all of their counter claims.
Wells Fargo v. Lazrovitch
Default Judgment was opened. Once this happened, the lender entered into a loan modification with our clients and the case was dismissed.
Education
1988
Villanova University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
Park University
Speaking Engagements
2013
Philadelphia Suburban Master Plumber Association Business and Training Session
Mechanics' Lien Law in Pennsylvania
2009
Foreclosure Workshop
Foreclosure Options in Pennsylvania
1991
Fresh Start Annual Conference
Wills, Powers of Attorney and Other Estate Planning Documents for Divorcing Couples
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Robert earned significant contribution points in 2016.
Legal Answers
Q&A
How can a real estate attorney help us with the sale of our home to a real estate investor or developer?
18 Feb 2022
Q&A
Is there any potential liability for unpermitted work that HAS been disclosed in a "as-is" sale in PA?
10 Feb 2022
Q&A
I received a notice of default rule 236 because I did not respond to a answer can I be forced out?
24 Jan 2022