team-member

Brian Foley

Philadelphia, PA

Licensed for 28 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Employment & Labor

Language

French English

About

“People don’t set out to buy lawsuits. They retain lawyers to solve their problems quickly and efficiently. Creativity and problem-solving skills are essential — especially when combined with a threat of a lawsuit by an aggressive, well-trained attorney.” – FoleyBrian J. Foley looks at problems and disputes from more than just the traditional angles, saving his clients time and money.Foley was trained by the best: Dartmouth College, where he graduated with honors, and top 10-ranked University of California Berkeley School of Law, where he won the Prosser Prize in Torts and was selected as an editor of the California Law Review, the school’s prestigious, flagship journal.After graduating, Foley clerked for a highly respected federal judge in Philadelphia, the late Hon. Edmund V. Ludwig. He started practicing at Dechert LLP, one of the top law firms in the world. He heeded the call to teach and became a law professor. He helped change the way law is taught —  in several traditional subjects, in co-founding the Applied Legal Storytelling movement, and in creating courses in legal writing, public speaking, and creative problem-solving. He was soon training practicing lawyers, in Continuing Legal Education programs and as a private consultant.After a 17-year career, which included serving as a visiting professor for two years at highly-ranked Boston University School of Law, winning the award for best professor from Drexel Law’s first graduating class a year after his visiting professor appointment there ended, and as a tenured, full professor at Florida Coastal School of Law, Foley decided to put his ideas into practice. He returned to Philadelphia and volunteered, pro bono, for the Defender, where he helped win appeals in criminal cases. Last Fall, he opened his own practice, with the goal of providing top-flight, cost-efficient legal representation that the middle class can afford.“Access to justice is important to me. Middle class people don’t qualify for free legal aid but can’t afford top-flight private lawyers. I already had a successful career as a professor, so I am in a good position to provide reasonable rates.” – FoleyOne focus is Foley’s practice representing professors, students, and others against colleges and universities.“The ‘corporatization’ of higher ed has destroyed the honor system that prevailed between faculty, students, and administration and has turned these relationships into legalistic, adversarial ones. The new, Corporate U. is protected by overstaffed administrations, legal departments, and high-priced outside counsel. On the other hand, professors and students stand unprotected. They need a lawyer who knows that environment to fight for them.” – FoleyUnfortunately, most of our culture is becoming more and more adversarial. Foley can help you solve your problems — and perhaps turn them into opportunities.“People I help are great people. Very smart, with interesting and challenging careers – professors, lawyers, creatives, business owners, and working people. They deserve a dedicated advocate.” – Foley

Practices Areas

Sexual Harassment

Employment and labor

Wrongful termination

Language

French English

Contact

Brian J. Foley, Attorney at Law6701 Germantown Ave.Ste 200Philadelphia, PA, 19119-1905 Office (267) 930-4425 Fax (267) 930-4427 6701 Germantown Ave.Ste 200Ste 200Philadelphia, PA, 19119-1905 Office (267) 930-4425(267) 930-4425 Fax (267) 930-4427(267) 930-4427

Office: (267) 930-5417

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Reviews

M.J.M., PhD
February 24, 2018

As a professor at a local college, I contacted Attorney Foley when I felt that my job was in jeopardy due to abrupt restructuring in my workplace coupled with a lack of transparency in administrative decisions. Brian’s background in higher education enabled him to quickly grasp the dynamics of my situation which immediately put me at ease. Moreover, his attentiveness to my concerns helped me see the big picture and decide what was in my best interest regarding the terms of my new faculty contract. Simply put, Attorney Foley’s legal advice was invaluable and I am truly grateful that he was in my corner.

anonymous
February 18, 2018

Brian helped me regarding a tenure and promotion issue and was 100 percent successful! He helped me fight back aggressively to defeat a malicious, unfounded defamatory objection that would have hampered the progress of my career. He is amazing. He listened well. Unlike very few people I've ever met, he understood the psychology of the situation and used it to my advantage. A genius.

MB
February 22, 2022

Brian was on my side 100% of the way; I had called a few lawyers and they suggested that my beliefs weren't "strong" enough and seemed disinterested in helping me. With Brian it was the polar opposite. He was readily available and answered all of my questions, also helping me with my exemption. I would have been fired without him. I thank God for lawyers like Brian and I really can't recommend him enough.

anonymous
January 21, 2022

Brian helped me with a vaccine mandate at the University where I work. Although it was only a consultation, he helped me resolve the situation to my satisfaction within a day. Brian clearly cares about helping faculty members, and is well versed in academia. If you are looking for an attorney with higher ed experience who will take your side, don't hesitate!

CJ
December 17, 2021

I must say, Brian Foley was the best possible lawyer I could have gotten on this issue. He was patient, kind, and listened to me. His advice was spot-on. Because he understood my situation fully, he told me about the options and shared with me the consequences of each option. Then we made the best decision for ME (not him, or the administration). The outcome was everything that I could have hoped for!

Jeff
February 27, 2021

I first found Brian because of his stellar reviews and I'm happy to say that he lived up to his high rating and much more. His fees are reasonable for his services, his communication is lightning fast, and he's top rate in a wide range of situations and cases. I hired him to defend me against defamation and we won. He'll fight for you.

anonymous
January 15, 2021

Brian helped me navigate through a toxic work environment that resulted into a meaningful outcome. I was bullied and retaliated at work and under tremendous amount of stress. His initial responsiveness to my case protected me and helped me make more sound decisions at work and ultimately resulted into rewards that will help me move on to my next career path.

anonymous
July 27, 2020

I contacted Brian with some concerns about a grievance process at my workplace. We spoke a few times over the phone and we exchanged several emails. In all our exchanges he was courteous, responsive, and professional. He helped me reason through the consequences of certain decisions and how they might affect my position. His clear-headed and supportive counsel, beyond being practically valuable, was a source of confidence for me. I highly recommend him.

Melanie
July 7, 2020

Brian helped me negotiate a very costly bill with a contractor who did not finish the job and damaged my property. It was a very stressful situation and Brian helped me delineate and strategize how to approach the situation. He promptly responded to all my questions and handled it all with a high level of professionalism. I was able to reduce my bill significantly. Most importantly to me was that Brian was very supportive and compassionate during the whole process.

anonymous
April 19, 2020

I requested a consultation with Brian to discuss a termination agreement. After he reviewed, we discussed via phone, each of the paragraphs' meaning and implication (4 pages). Brian was thorough and insightful. He ensured I understood the wording and cited various examples for clarification. Brian answered questions to my satisfaction. He returned my calls and texts messages promptly. Even after our consultation, he followed up with additional suggestions, which I found helpful.

M.J.M., PhD
February 24, 2018

As a professor at a local college, I contacted Attorney Foley when I felt that my job was in jeopardy due to abrupt restructuring in my workplace coupled with a lack of transparency in administrative decisions. Brian’s background in higher education enabled him to quickly grasp the dynamics of my situation which immediately put me at ease. Moreover, his attentiveness to my concerns helped me see the big picture and decide what was in my best interest regarding the terms of my new faculty contract. Simply put, Attorney Foley’s legal advice was invaluable and I am truly grateful that he was in my corner.

anonymous
February 18, 2018

Brian helped me regarding a tenure and promotion issue and was 100 percent successful! He helped me fight back aggressively to defeat a malicious, unfounded defamatory objection that would have hampered the progress of my career. He is amazing. He listened well. Unlike very few people I've ever met, he understood the psychology of the situation and used it to my advantage. A genius.

MB
February 22, 2022

Brian was on my side 100% of the way; I had called a few lawyers and they suggested that my beliefs weren't "strong" enough and seemed disinterested in helping me. With Brian it was the polar opposite. He was readily available and answered all of my questions, also helping me with my exemption. I would have been fired without him. I thank God for lawyers like Brian and I really can't recommend him enough.

anonymous
January 21, 2022

Brian helped me with a vaccine mandate at the University where I work. Although it was only a consultation, he helped me resolve the situation to my satisfaction within a day. Brian clearly cares about helping faculty members, and is well versed in academia. If you are looking for an attorney with higher ed experience who will take your side, don't hesitate!

CJ
December 17, 2021

I must say, Brian Foley was the best possible lawyer I could have gotten on this issue. He was patient, kind, and listened to me. His advice was spot-on. Because he understood my situation fully, he told me about the options and shared with me the consequences of each option. Then we made the best decision for ME (not him, or the administration). The outcome was everything that I could have hoped for!

Jeff
February 27, 2021

I first found Brian because of his stellar reviews and I'm happy to say that he lived up to his high rating and much more. His fees are reasonable for his services, his communication is lightning fast, and he's top rate in a wide range of situations and cases. I hired him to defend me against defamation and we won. He'll fight for you.

anonymous
January 15, 2021

Brian helped me navigate through a toxic work environment that resulted into a meaningful outcome. I was bullied and retaliated at work and under tremendous amount of stress. His initial responsiveness to my case protected me and helped me make more sound decisions at work and ultimately resulted into rewards that will help me move on to my next career path.

anonymous
July 27, 2020

I contacted Brian with some concerns about a grievance process at my workplace. We spoke a few times over the phone and we exchanged several emails. In all our exchanges he was courteous, responsive, and professional. He helped me reason through the consequences of certain decisions and how they might affect my position. His clear-headed and supportive counsel, beyond being practically valuable, was a source of confidence for me. I highly recommend him.

Melanie
July 7, 2020

Brian helped me negotiate a very costly bill with a contractor who did not finish the job and damaged my property. It was a very stressful situation and Brian helped me delineate and strategize how to approach the situation. He promptly responded to all my questions and handled it all with a high level of professionalism. I was able to reduce my bill significantly. Most importantly to me was that Brian was very supportive and compassionate during the whole process.

anonymous
April 19, 2020

I requested a consultation with Brian to discuss a termination agreement. After he reviewed, we discussed via phone, each of the paragraphs' meaning and implication (4 pages). Brian was thorough and insightful. He ensured I understood the wording and cited various examples for clarification. Brian answered questions to my satisfaction. He returned my calls and texts messages promptly. Even after our consultation, he followed up with additional suggestions, which I found helpful.

M.J.M., PhD
February 24, 2018

As a professor at a local college, I contacted Attorney Foley when I felt that my job was in jeopardy due to abrupt restructuring in my workplace coupled with a lack of transparency in administrative decisions. Brian’s background in higher education enabled him to quickly grasp the dynamics of my situation which immediately put me at ease. Moreover, his attentiveness to my concerns helped me see the big picture and decide what was in my best interest regarding the terms of my new faculty contract. Simply put, Attorney Foley’s legal advice was invaluable and I am truly grateful that he was in my corner.

anonymous
February 18, 2018

Brian helped me regarding a tenure and promotion issue and was 100 percent successful! He helped me fight back aggressively to defeat a malicious, unfounded defamatory objection that would have hampered the progress of my career. He is amazing. He listened well. Unlike very few people I've ever met, he understood the psychology of the situation and used it to my advantage. A genius.

MB
February 22, 2022

Brian was on my side 100% of the way; I had called a few lawyers and they suggested that my beliefs weren't "strong" enough and seemed disinterested in helping me. With Brian it was the polar opposite. He was readily available and answered all of my questions, also helping me with my exemption. I would have been fired without him. I thank God for lawyers like Brian and I really can't recommend him enough.

anonymous
January 21, 2022

Brian helped me with a vaccine mandate at the University where I work. Although it was only a consultation, he helped me resolve the situation to my satisfaction within a day. Brian clearly cares about helping faculty members, and is well versed in academia. If you are looking for an attorney with higher ed experience who will take your side, don't hesitate!

CJ
December 17, 2021

I must say, Brian Foley was the best possible lawyer I could have gotten on this issue. He was patient, kind, and listened to me. His advice was spot-on. Because he understood my situation fully, he told me about the options and shared with me the consequences of each option. Then we made the best decision for ME (not him, or the administration). The outcome was everything that I could have hoped for!

Jeff
February 27, 2021

I first found Brian because of his stellar reviews and I'm happy to say that he lived up to his high rating and much more. His fees are reasonable for his services, his communication is lightning fast, and he's top rate in a wide range of situations and cases. I hired him to defend me against defamation and we won. He'll fight for you.

anonymous
January 15, 2021

Brian helped me navigate through a toxic work environment that resulted into a meaningful outcome. I was bullied and retaliated at work and under tremendous amount of stress. His initial responsiveness to my case protected me and helped me make more sound decisions at work and ultimately resulted into rewards that will help me move on to my next career path.

anonymous
July 27, 2020

I contacted Brian with some concerns about a grievance process at my workplace. We spoke a few times over the phone and we exchanged several emails. In all our exchanges he was courteous, responsive, and professional. He helped me reason through the consequences of certain decisions and how they might affect my position. His clear-headed and supportive counsel, beyond being practically valuable, was a source of confidence for me. I highly recommend him.

Melanie
July 7, 2020

Brian helped me negotiate a very costly bill with a contractor who did not finish the job and damaged my property. It was a very stressful situation and Brian helped me delineate and strategize how to approach the situation. He promptly responded to all my questions and handled it all with a high level of professionalism. I was able to reduce my bill significantly. Most importantly to me was that Brian was very supportive and compassionate during the whole process.

anonymous
April 19, 2020

I requested a consultation with Brian to discuss a termination agreement. After he reviewed, we discussed via phone, each of the paragraphs' meaning and implication (4 pages). Brian was thorough and insightful. He ensured I understood the wording and cited various examples for clarification. Brian answered questions to my satisfaction. He returned my calls and texts messages promptly. Even after our consultation, he followed up with additional suggestions, which I found helpful.