Joseph Edward Bresnan

Joseph Edward Bresnan

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 40 years

Government Lawyer at Lansdale, PA
Practice Areas: Government, Personal Injury, Family ... +2 more

1800 Pennbrook Parkway, Suite 200, Lansdale, PA

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Government 30%

I represent the Boroughs of Ambler and Rockledge and served for 17 years as the solicitor to the Montgomery County Election Board.

42 years

30%
Family 20%

I handle all aspects of family law including divorce, custody, support, and related issues.

42 years

20%
Litigation 20%

I have tried cases in all five counties that make up the suburban Philadelphia area, as well as federal court.

42 years

20%
Personal Injury 20%

I have represented victims of all types of negligence including car accidents, injuries on the premises of another, and malpractice.

42 years

20%
General Practice 10%

My practice includes criminal defense, general contract matters, preparing wills and powers of attorney, and eminent domain matters.

42 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 40 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Dischell Bartle Dooley

1800 Pennbrook Parkway, Suite 200, Lansdale, PA, 19446

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Joseph Edward Bresnan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mary Aversa | December 22, 2014

Municpal Law

Joseph has been my employers Solicitor for the past 12 years. He is very knowledgeable on local government and is a pleasure to work with. His dedication to his clients and work ethic is commendable . I would refer him to a friend or family member with complete confidence.

Posted by Grace | December 16, 2014

Rockledge Borough

I am the Borough Manager in Rockledge and have worked with Joe for over 10 years. He is always responsive to my concerns/questions. He is extremely knowledgeable with regard to municipal law and we greatly depend on this expertise.

Posted by Tom | December 13, 2014

Great Legal Help

If you are in the need of a very knowledgeable attorney, Then Joe Bresnan is the man you want. Joe knows the law and can help you find a way to settle your claim or keep others from unwanted claims against you. I have used Joe for 20+ years and he is quick to respond to any issues that you may have .... Highly recommended . Tom P........ Momtgomery County

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Robert Adshead

Litigation lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Bresnan is an excellent attorney who is very highly regarded by judges, lawyers and others in the legal community. He's experienced and works hard for his clients. I've referred many people to Mr. Bresnan over the years and everyone tells me what a wonderful job he does representing them. He's knowledgeable, experienced and responsive and provides extraordinary service to his clients."

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Scott Rothman

Government lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Joe is a conscientious and devoted advocate on behalf of his private and of public clients. I would trust him with a wide array of legal matters, including counseling, transactional work, and litigation."

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Catherine Harper

Government lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.he is an experienced practical pragmatic lawyer who works hard to get done what his clients want done"

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Robert Adshead

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Member, Eastburn & Gray, PC

1995 - 2014

Partner, Bresnan & Herder

1992 - 1995

Partner, Breidenbach, Breidenbach, Troncellit & Bresnan

1989 - 1992

Associate, Binder,Kalis, Proctor & Breidenbach

1985 - 1989

Assistant District Attorney, Montgomery County DA's Office

Associations

1985 - Present

Montgomery Bar Association

1985 - Present

American Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Negligent employee review

Settled

Medical malpractice

Verdict for Plaintiff

Criminal prosecution

Guilty verdict

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Education

1985

Widener University School of Law (Pa)

J.D.

1982

Penn State University

B.A.,

Speaking Engagements

1989

Paralegal business course

Business Law

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