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Robert Anthony Burke
also known as Robert A. Burke, Bob Burke
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About Robert
Biography
Mr. Burke is an active trial attorney who has tried cases to verdict in six different jurisdictions. His practice is focused on complex commercial litigation and estate and trust litigation. This includes trial and appellate work in federal, state and international courts. He regularly presents matters before alternative dispute resolution panels and frequently lectures on trial tactics, practice and procedure. He has appeared before the United States Court of Appeals in both the Third and Sixth Circuits.
Mr. Burke advises clients in the areas of:
• Commercial and corporate litigation
• Trust, Estate and Orphans’ Court litigation
• Resolution of partnership and shareholder disputes
• Intellectual property disputes
Notable Representations
- Successful resolution of Orphans’ Court dispute over control of charitable organization.
- Obtained verdict successfully overturning last will and testament arising out of undue influence.
- Obtained injunctive relief to protect client from theft of valuable trade secrets.
- Obtained $13.5 million verdict for estate of child killed in fire caused by defective product.
- Representation of foreign government regarding protection of assets in United States and over 30 foreign jurisdictions.
- Successful resolution of international dispute relating to distribution of life insurance proceeds in excess of $10 million.
- Represented major technology firm in the resolution of contentious shareholder litigation.
Experienced Litigator With A Proven Record
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Litigation
60%
36 years | 2,500 cases
Estate Planning
25%
36 years | 100 cases
Employment and Labor
15%
36 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 34 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 35 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
MacElree Harvey, Ltd West Chester
17 West Miner Street, West Chester, PA, 19382
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Online Presence
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Posted by Judy | June 26, 2012
Excellent Legal Advisor!
I have known Mr. Burke for several years and have sought counsel from him many times. He is an excellent legal advisor and has provided us with great service on multiple occasions on both a personal and professional level. I would highly recommend Mr. Burke and his associated law firm to any one pe...
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2017
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2016
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2014
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
1994
Member, John J. Gibbons American Inn of Court
1992
Excellence in Trial Advocacy, Fredrick B. Lacey Moot Court Competition
1989
Law Review Editor, Seton Hall University School of Law
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Partner, MacElree Harvey, Ltd.
1996 - 2010
Partner, Blank Rome, LLP Counselrs At Law
1991 - 1996
Attorney, Shanley & Fisher
1990 - 1991
Federal District Court Clerk, United States District Court (D.N.J.)
Associations
2019 - Present
Chester County Bar FoundationBoard of Directors
2014 - Present
Stively American Inn of CourtPresident
2012 - Present
Stively American Inn of CourtMaster
2010 - Present
Chester County Bar Association, Civil Litigation SectionMember
2010 - Present
West Chester Running ClubMember
2003 - Present
Bow Tree Civic AssociationBoard of Directors
1996 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Philadelphia Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Bow Tree Civic AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Chester County Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2018
Chester County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
1991 - 1997
John J. Gibbons American Inn of CourtMaster - Intellectual Property Disputes
Sample of Legal Cases
Minor Killed In Fire
Foreign Government: Protection of Assets
Life Insurance
International Clothing Line
Contentious Shareholder Litigation
Trademark, Copyright and Trade Disparagement
Land Development
Education
1990
Seton Hall University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
Villanova University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Seminar
What to Do and Not to Do as you Enter a Business Dispute
2018
Seminar
Technology in the Courtroom
2017
Seminar
Use of Jury Consultants in Trials Involving Complex Commercial Disputes
2015
Seminar
How to Give Compelling Opening Statements
2014
Seminar
Estate Litigation Practice and Procedures
2014
Seminar
Effective Litigation Techniques
2013
Seminar
Non-Competition Agreements
2013
Seminar
Litigating Commercial Contracts
2011
Issues for Business Owners
Electronic Discovery in Litigation
2011
Issues for Business Owners
Steps to Take When Things Start to Go Bad
2011
Employment Law Seminar
Wage and Hour Issues for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses
2010
Seminar On Insurance Coverage Issues
Medicare Secondary Reporting and DPW Liens
2010
Emerging Issues For In-House Counsel
Preparing Written Discovery Responses and Objections
2009
Emerging Issues For In-House Counsel
Benefits and Pitfalls of Arbitration
2008
Emerging Issues For In-House Counsel
Conducting Discovery in Foreign Countries
2007
Emerging Issues For In-House Counsel
Good Deals Gone Bad – A Litigator’s Hindsight is Always 20/20
Publications
2017
MacElree Harvey Newsletter
Will Contests in Pennsylvania
2016
2016
MacElree Harvey Blog
Guardianships Under Pennsylvania Law
2016
2011
MacElree Harvey
Electronic Discovery in Litigation
2011
MacElree Harvey
Steps to Take When Things Start to Go Bad
2011
Macelree Harvey
Wage and Hour Issues for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses
2010
The Rockingham Group
Medicare Secondary Reporting and DPW Liens
2010
Blank Rome
Preparing Written Discovery Responses and Objections
2009
Blank Rome
Benefits and Pitfalls of Arbitration
2008
Blank Rome
Conducting Discovery in Foreign Countries
2007
Blank Rome
Good Deals Gone Bad – A Litigator’s Hindsight is Always 20/20
1990
20 Seton Hall Law Review
Constitutional Law-Equal Protection-Public School Students Denied Free Ride
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can an attorney ask a deponent about other ongoing/separate litigation?
19 Jun 2012
Q&A
Can i EVER go back to walmart since I got caught shoplifting there?
16 Jun 2012
Q&A
Motion for Summary Judgment and Settlement Conference being postponed?
14 Jun 2012