Stephen I Baer

Stephen I Baer

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 47 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Phoenixville, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Mediation

1288 Valley Forge Road, Phoenixville, PA

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 47 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1978

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Location

Former Asst Da Of Chester Co

1288 Valley Forge Road, Phoenixville, PA, 19460

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Stephen I Baer's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Money Hungry

He seemed good at beginning (a divorce case) but into it..he just took my money and didn't fight for me nor advised me correctly. He got very annoyed when I. question him and bottom line is he is only interested in money....he cost me my future and never would recommend this guy.

Posted by anonymous | August 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Thank you

I reached out to Mr. Baer with a tricky family case. He handled it with understanding and legal expertise. His ability to address the case in it multiple levels allowed me to get a resolve without having to go through a hearing with another family member. He gave me the peace of mind when I needed i...t most. I am grateful for his services and clear ability to negotiate extremely Complicated matters.

Posted by Elyse | June 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The BEST Lawyer in PA

While I had wish we met during different circumstances, I reached out to Mr. Baer when I was going through a civil battle. It was instantly apparent that from our first moments of communication that Mr. Baer was both well versed and qualified to represent me. Aside from his extensive experience with ...the legal system and various cases, Mr. Baer also has a very endearing way about him. Going through any legal ordeal is very taxing on an individual, but he walked with me through every step. If there is any future issue that arises, I would not hesitate to reach out to Mr. Baer as he is and forever will be my lawyer of choice.

Posted by Alice | February 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Exceeding My Expectations By Far!

Hiring appropriate counsel for family matters can be an extremely intimidating & daunting task. Last year, my husband & I were saddled with said task due to an inevitable court battle. This would be my first experience going to court and to say I was fearful would be an understatement. The unavoidabl...e reality was that this court ruling could & would change the trajectory of my daughter’s and subsequently, my life. My husband suggested we meet with the associates at Baer Romain & Ginty. So I set up an interview to see whether this firm was right for us. My initial conversation was with Jennifer Hulnick. She was a straight shooter, which I really appreciated. She told me the reality of the situation and not want I wanted to hear. She was also punctual, understanding, very informative and knowledgeable about the law. We had plans to move forward with her as our counsel but due to scheduling conflicts, Stephen Baer ultimately represented my husband & I in our upcoming court case. I met Stephen the morning of our first court hearing. Although we didn’t have time to meet in person prior to this, he made sure I was ready for the proceedings via phone & email. That first meeting marked the beginning of our client-attorney relationship that lasted several months. During this period, I found Stephen to be beyond thorough, courteous and attentive. He made sure I was fully prepared for all court matters, executed our paperwork thoroughly & without error, he was timely every time and helped me to understand every aspect of our case. Stephen was always available to me and rarely missed my calls but if he did, he would call me back that same day. Stephen’s attitude and his years as an experienced attorney helped give me confidence as I walked with my husband and daughter through unfamiliar territory. I knew my family was in good hands with Stephen as our attorney. Our court case was settled quickly and we were granted everything we wanted and more. My satisfaction with this experience is beyond anything I could have imagined. I recall crying uncontrollably the day I had to make the call to Baer Romain & Ginty because I didn’t know what the future would hold. On the day of our ruling, I remember smiling so hard my cheeks hurt and taking a picture in Stephen’s office that is displayed proudly in our home. I would choose this law office every time my family & I need counsel. They truly care and have the best interest of their clients at heart.

Posted by Maureen | January 03, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Grateful Client

I cannot adequately express my appreciation for Mr. Baer and his professional expertise. He recently helped me navigate a legal situation with his honesty, fairness and confidence. His calm demeanor during our initial meeting put me at ease as I placed my case in his hands. During the process le...ading up to a District Court hearing, he promptly returned my phone calls and guided me as we navigated the system together. My case ended successfully in a not guilty verdict. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Baer to anyone in need of legal representation. He truly cares about his clients and worked diligently for me to secure the result mentioned above.

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William Brogley

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Since leaving the Chester County District Attorney's Office, Mr. Baer has zealously represented his clients in criminal and civil matters. His years of experience result in an attorney who provides his clients practical direction and a commands respect from opposing counsel."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Pro Bono Award, Chester County Bar Association

2007

Pro Bono Award, Chester County Bar Association

Work Experience

1981 - 1997

Public Defender, Chester County Public Defender's Office

1978 - 1981

Assistant District Attorney, Chester County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

Chester County Bar Association, Criminal Defense Section

Chairman

2000 - Present

Association for Conflict Resolution

Advanced Practitioner

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1986 - 1988

Chester County Bar Foundation

Board of Directors

1986 - 1988

Chester County Bar Association, Judicial Evaluation Committee

Chairman

Education

1978

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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