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After practicing law at a 10 attorney firm for nearly 20 years, I decided that if I wanted a true ownership interest in my practice I would need to go out on my own. I started my solo practice in 2013 and I have never looked back. My practice primarily involves workers compensation and I am certified as a specialist in that area by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. I also handle personal injury matters. While I am more than willing and able to litigate any issue, what sets me apart from other attorneys is my ability to successfully mediate an issue to a conclusion. I have a knack for convincing the other side that a particular resolution is in their best interests. In that way, the matter is settled in a cost efficient manner for my client and achieves the goals they have set forth.
Although I am a solo attorney I have a remarkable assistant that works with me on every case. We have worked together for over a quarter century. I am unique among many of my peers in that when you hire me, that is what you get. I do the initial intake and handle all aspects of your case. When you go to court I will be at your side. You will have my cell phone available to you 24/7.
My primary office location is in Montgomery County and I am able to provide services statewide. The majority of my clients are located in Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Berks Lehigh and Philadelphia counties. However, in order to serve a growing need in the northeast part of the state, I opened up a satelite location in Monroe County. The Pocono office will address the needs of clients in Monroe, Carbon, Northampton, Luzerne, Lakawanna, Wayne, Pike, Wyoming and Susquehanna counties. I am available for office consultations as well as home and virtual visits regardless of where in Pennsylvania you are located.
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25 West Airy Street, Norristown, PA, 19401
P.O. Box 684, Pocono Lake, PA, 18347-0661
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Posted by William | January 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney
He was great to work with, very professional, very responsive, very knowledgeable and kept on top of the insurance company to settle the case.
Posted by Rich | November 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Jim was responsible for me receiving a fair and very reasonable settlement. He was on top of the legal issues and stayed one step ahead of the stingy insurance company. If someone needs a thoughtful knowledgeable top notch attorney Jim s your man
Thanks for the nice review Rich. It was my pleasure to represent you.
Posted by Trisha | January 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney
James was extremely knowledgeable and professional he got me the money I deserved from a workers compensation claim . I'm extremely thankful for his help and work
Posted by Ralph Lynch | September 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney
From The start Mr. Monaghan got my workman's comp case weekly pay benefits Increaseed made sure all Medical Bills were paid. Also walked me Through and made sure I Understood everything. Work very hard on this case I highly Recommend Mr. James V. Monaghan.
Thank you for the kind words. I enjoyed representing you and I appreciated your trust in my advice.
Posted by Erica | September 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I highly recommend him.he is professional,honest.he is always there for the client,answering all my questions .james;.thanks for all hard work.God bless you!.
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jim is very intelligent, insightful, and knowledgeable in his areas of practice. He is also very down to earth, open, friendly, and very approachable. Despite this, he is very tough with adversaries and gives up no ground in advocating for his clients. Although he is a competitor, I endorse him in the knowledge that no client retaining his services will ever regret that choice."
"I have known Jim Monaghan for many years and have always found him to be knowledgeable and effective for his clients. I have referred clients to him in the past and will continue to do so without reservation, knowing that their matters will be handled well."
"Attorney Monaghan's advice is spot on; as shown by the answers he has posted to questions on workers compensation law, he takes the time to answer questions in a common sense manner and plainly addresses legal issues."
"I've known Jim for years. He's well-versed in workers compensation and he's one of those attorneys that I would call to help discuss difficult legal issues. I can sincerely recommend him to anyone."
"I strongly recommend Jim for any workers compensation matter. His knowledge and experience coupled with his dedication and commitment to his clients makes him one of the top attorneys in this area. Clients who have used his services have nothing but great things to say."
"Jim is an encyclopedia of legal knowledge. He really cares for his clients and gets great results."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have occasion to discuss many legal issues with Jim over the years and have found him to insightful and knowledgable. He is very well liked both by fellow lawyers in the community and by judges, and consistently offers his clients outstanding representation."
"Jim is a great workers' compensation lawyer. He battles hard for his clients and I know I will have a tough fight on my hands when Jim gets involved in one of my cases. But I enjoy the fight because Jim is a true professional and a real gentleman. If you are an injured worker and have questions about your workers' compensation claim, do yourself a favor and go see Jim."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Monaghan is an extremely talented and knowledgeable worker's compensation practitioner. He works extremely had for his clients, and he gets them tremendous results. Quite simply put, he is the attorney that other attorneys call when we have questions regarding worker's compensation."
"I had the pleasure to work for Jim when I was a law clerk. I learned a great deal from Jim about many areas of the law, specifically bankruptcy, and I have since, without hesitation, referred several clients to Jim. I endorse this lawyer."
"Everyone I have referred to Jim for Workers Comp cases has called me and thanked me. He gets excellent results and gets them quickly...somehow. I regard him as the best in his field in the Philly area."
"I have known Jim for several years and he is an excellent attorney. Not only does he do a fantastic job for his clients, he is always professional and treats opposing counsel with respect. Jim is also extremely generous with his legal knowledge and never hesitates to help a colleague."
"Mr. Monaghan has been an excellent mentor to me through the years. I frequently turn to Mr. Monaghan when I need advice or have questions regarding the practice of law. I have also referred a few cases to Mr. Monaghan because I know he is a top notch attorney. Most importantly, Mr. Monaghan's personality sets him apart from many other attorney's. Mr. Monaghan is refreshingly honest, dependable, friendly, approachable, kind, and caring. You can't go wrong with Mr. Monaghan on your side."
"I know James Monaghan personally, and can say that he is hardworking, thorough and has the highest integrity. I would have no hesitancy referring worker’s compensation cases to him and I know he gets great results. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Jim professionally for many years. Jim is a true professional -- always a gentleman, but always a zealous advocate for his clients."
"I have known Jim since he took over my case load at Solomon, Berschler. My former clients were left in good hands. Jim is well liked by his clients and gets them superb results."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jim is an effective and responsive attorney achieving results for his clients and maintaining a high level of professionalism at all times."
"Jim is passionate, organized, and effective. I have seen his work in court on numerous occasions, and he knows how to get the job done for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jim is a tough lawyer who fights hard for his clients, and is very knowledgable and is well respected by Judges before whom he appears."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2022
AV Preeminent since 2010, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2022
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2022
Certified Workers'Compensation Specialist, Pennsylvania Bar Association
2017
Top Lawyer, Suburban Life Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Lead Counsel Rating, Lead Counsel
2015
Best of Montco-Top Lawyer, Montco Happenings
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Best of Montco-Top Lawyer, Montco Happenings
2014
Top Lawyers, Philadelphia Life
2013
Awesome Attorney-Bankruptcy, Suburban Life Magazine
2013
Certified Workers' Compensation Specialist, Pennsylvania Bar Association
2011
Awesome Attorney-Bankruptcy, Suburban Life Magazine
2011
Awesome Attorney-Workers Compensation, Suburban Life Magazine
2010
Awesome Attorney-Workers' Compensation, Suburban Life Magazine
2010
Best of Montgomery County-Family Attorney, The Times Herald
1998
Montgomery County Distinguished Service Award, Montgomery Bar Association
1991
Award For Excellence in Civil Litigation, The Center For Forensic Economic Studies
2013 - Present
Owner, Law Office of James V. Monaghan
1994 - 2013
Partner, Solomon Berschler Schatz & Monaghan
1991 - 1994
Associate, Law Offices of Philip A. Valentino
2013 - Present
Montgomery County Bar Association, Bankruptcy/Creditors and Debtors Rights CommitteeMember
2006 - Present
LeTip of Blue BellPresident
1994 - Present
Montgomery Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Montgomery County Bar Association, Workers Compensation SectionMember
1994 - Present
Montgomery Bar Association Lawyer Referral ProgramReferral Attorney
2011 - 2011
Wills For HeroesVolunteer Attorney
2007 - 2014
Upper Dublin Junior Athletic AssociationCoach
Personal un/underinsured benefits not subrogable
Fatal Claim Petition granted
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Domestic Relations
2014
Bankruptcy
2014
Workers Compensation
2011
Mock Vocational Deposition
2007
Family Law
2001
Workers Compensation Ethics Overview
2010
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