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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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

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 Annette | October 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Criminal Defense

Stephen Represented me back in 2015 for alot of Family issues. I was glad to have him on my side. It was hard to be accused if things by loved ones.

Posted by Douglas | April 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Mother's estate

I would like to take a minute and say that Stephen Baer was just wonderful. He assisted my sister and myself in taking care of my mother's estate. Stephen guided us through all of the legal requirements in settling the estate. His knowledge and advise was very valuable for us. His attention to detail... made sure that all of the requirements were take care of. He also had concern and feeling for my sister and I during this difficult period. Also, all of his associates and staff that I came in contact with were also helpful and kind. His skills and demeaner made this difficult time less difficult. I would highly recommend him for any type of services.

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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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William Brogley

Litigation lawyer

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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