Practice Areas
Bankruptcy
The Elderkin Law Firm has assisted in bankruptcy matters, including the following: Debtors in Chapter 7 cases; Debtors in Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 Reorganizations; Secured lenders in Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 matters; and General unsecured creditors in all manner of bankruptcy proceedings. More...
Business Law and Planning
When you are starting a business or evaluating the growth of your business in the last few years, it is critical to choose the correct entity within which to operate that business. In Pennsylvania, you have many different options, including, corporations, limited partnerships, general partnerships, limited liability companies, non-profits. More...
Commercial Litigation
The Elderkin Law Firm recognizes that our local companies now work in a global economy. Thus, the issues that face everyone from sole proprietorships through multinational corporations have changed dramatically in the past decade. More...
Criminal Defense
While we hope that our clients never have to be represented in a criminal matter, the fact is that sometimes there is a need for these services. When that happens, our attorneys are prepared to protect your rights or the rights of your business and guide you through this complex and intimidating system. More...
Estate Planning
With the growing complexity of tax laws, Estate Planning has become much more than the drafting of an appropriate Will. Critical components of a competent and complete Estate Plan include stating your wishes, tax guidance, business succession, Medicaid planning, and estate administration. More...
Intellectual Property & Technology
The Elderkin Law Firm’s Intellectual Property and Technology practice group has expertise in a wide range of matters, including trademark, copyright and trade secret law. More...
Labor and Employment Law
Employers today are faced with more regulation than ever before from a variety of federal, state and local laws leading to difficult and sometimes contradictory obligations. Businesses need access to informed, experienced and prompt counseling to find their way through these complex issues. More...
Matrimonial Law and Litigation
The Matrimonial Law and Litigation Department provides representation for a wide variety of domestic problems, including divorce, custody, support, protection from abuse, partnership and cohabitation agreements, prenuptial agreements, separation agreements, guardianships and adoptions. More...
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice is a form of negligence involving a medical treatment provider. If someone is injured as a result of a treatment provider's departure from the standard of care, that provider may be liable for the injury that has occurred. More...
Municipal and Zoning Law
The Elderkin Law Firm represents both public and private clients on almost all matters involving state and local governments. The attorneys working in our Municipal and Zoning practice area have extensive experience representing municipalities, individuals, and governmental authorities in a wide variety of areas. More...
Pension and Benefits
The Pension and Employee Benefits practice group provides practical legal solutions for pension and employee benefit plans, individual retirement accounts, including drafting, administration and compliance. More...
Personal Injury
Every year millions of people are injured in motor vehicle accidents. Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of injury in the United States for young people. More...
Product Liability
The Elderkin Law Firm’s Personal Injury attorneys are well-versed in the field of product liability. If you are injured by a defective product (which includes machinery), you may have recourse against its manufacturer or seller (if engaged in the business of supplying such products) under an area of the law commonly referred to as “product liability.” More...
Real Estate
The Elderkin Law Firm's Real Estate practice involves representation in all facets of the purchase and maintenance of property. Not only do we represent buyers, sellers, and financial institutions through the real estate sales process, but we also deal regularly in the negotiation, resolution and litigation of easements, restrictive covenants, and boundary disputes. More...
Social Security
If you or a family member suffer from an injury or disease that prevents you from working or is expected to prevent you from working for one year or longer, you may be entitled to Social Security Disability benefits. More...
Workers' Compensation
Workers’ Compensation is a benefit available to nearly every employee in Pennsylvania who suffers an injury in their employment. When you are hurt while performing your duties as an employee there are laws that govern how much you can recover, and from whom. This differs from other types of injuries. We assist our clients in working through this complicated area of law in order to receive the proper benefits from all sources. More...