Eric Lechtzin
Newtown, PA
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Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Employment & Labor
Language
English
About
ERIC LECHTZIN is a founding Partner of the national class action law firm EDELSON LECHTZIN LLP (https://www.edelson-law.com/), in suburban Philadelphia. Mr. Lechtzin's practice includes ERISA retirement plan class actions, unpaid wages & overtime class and collective actions, consumer protection class actions, and securities fraud litigation.Mr. Lechtzin is the Pennsylvania State Chair for the National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA). He has been named a “Super Lawyer” in Pennsylvania for Class and Mass Tort Litigation and is "AV Preeminent Rated" by Martindale Hubble. Mr. Lechtzin received his J.D. from the Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law in 1991.In the area of ERISA class actions, Mr. Lechtzin co-authored an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court in Retirement Plans Committee of IBM v. Jander, 140 S. Ct. 592 (2020) (argued successfully that the Court should not alter the standard to plead claims against fiduciaries of an employee stock ownership plans (ESOP), alleging that fiduciaries should have made earlier public disclosures of adverse insider information). Mr. Lechtzin’s successful ERISA cases include Daugherty v. Univ. of Chicago, 2018 WL 1805646 (N.D. Ill. 2018) ($6.5 million settlement of ERISA claims alleging breach of fiduciary duties by incurring excessive expenses and retaining underperforming funds). Mr. Lechtzin's recent successes in ERISA litigation include defeating a motion to dismiss in Crawford v. CDI Corporation, No. 2:20-cv-03317-CFK (E.D. Pa. Nov. 5, 2020) (alleging that fiduciaries of the CDI 401(k) plan selected and retained imprudent investment options); and securing class certification on behalf of nearly 250,000 participants in Alas v. AT&T Inc., No. 2:17-cv-08106 (C.D. Cal. Aug. 6, 2020) (alleging excessive administrative fees).Mr. Lechtzin’s successful representations of unpaid wages and overtime cases include Arrington v. Optimum Healthcare IT, 2018 WL 5631625 (E.D. Pa. 2018) (member of team that obtained $4.9 million settlement of class action alleging failure to pay overtime to IT consultants)In the area of securities fraud, Mr. Lechtzin was a member of the litigation team in In re: Oppenheimer Rochester Funds Group Securities Litig., No. 09-md- 02063-JLK (D. Col.), which settled for $89.5 million. Among his successful representations in the area of consumer fraud is Silver v. Fitness Intern., LLC, 2013 WL 5429293 (E.D. Pa.), a class action against a national health club chain that resulted in substantial changes of its cancellation polices.State Bar Admissions:CaliforniaNew JerseyPennsylvania
Practices Areas
Consumer Protection
Employment and labor
Language
English
Contact
Edelson Lechtzin LLP411 S. State StreetSuit N-300Newtown, PA, 18940411 S. State StreetSuit N-300Suit N-300Newtown, PA, 18940
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Mr. Eric not only answered my question with an educated and well thought out response, but he also did his due diligence on the exact matter, down to the Terms of Service in question. He put more effort into his answer than I have seen paid and local lawyers put into a case. Thank you sir for your hard work and your time. Very much appreciated!
It seems that the legal system is a probabilistic animal, and some of the rules for it, as Eric said, labyrinthine. We spent quite some time discussing my question and I appreciate Eric's honesty and advice in the matter.
My experience with Eric Lechtzin extends over an eight-year period, involving filing a claim for a class action lawsuit and the eventual resolution of my involvement in the matter. I feel confident that Mr. Lechtzin did everything in his power for the utmost positive outcome, from a situation that was clearly quite complex and lengthy. I believe that the final outcome for myself, personally, was undoubtedly better than it otherwise would have been if I had not sent off an email to an unknown attorney in the middle of the night, during what was likely the most stressful time of my life. In addition, and at least equally as importantly, I can say that every step of the way Mr. Lechtzin exhibited the utmost integrity and professionalism. Beyond it being his job to do so, I believe that he truly cares about the personal situation of his clients and bettering the system that we all live in. I also believe there were instances where he went above the call of duty and obligation, without cutting corners and doing things right, because they were right. Even during quiet periods of wait, when he undoubtedly was very busy with other cases, he always responded promptly to any request or question I had, and took time to explain things clearly and thoroughly. He works hard to provide realistic expectations for his clients, explains details at whatever level a client is able to comprehend (whether basic or advanced), and is consistently respectful, courteous, and kind. I wish only the best to him in his future pursuits, and to those who may benefit from his expert legal service.
Eric represented my wife and I in a case of Breach of Contract against our mortgage company. Eric was not only professional and always in touch with us letting us know every little thing that was going on but he was able to secure a settlement for us that was above our expectations. Eric worked relentlessly on our behalf to also secure a new mortgage loan that saved us from loosing our home. Eric is truly a lawyer who is always looking out for the best outcome for his clients.
Mr. Lechtzin is the living example of hard work, dedication and a limitless care for his clients. Mr. Lechtzin keeps his clients interest at heart and has an indomitable spirit in fighting for his clients without cutting corners or taking the easy way out. I would highly recommend Mr.Lechtzin to anyone who wants to have a dedicated, intelligent, fearless champion to fight for them.
Eric Lechtzin represented me in a huge case that came out in my favor and from the very first conversation that I had with him he explained everything that had happened and would happen in the case in a superb way that made me feel comfortable in my decision making and helped me to see the intricate details of the steps that he and his law firm were taking to make the best choices for me as a client. There was never a decision that was made without thoughtful process in the time that he worked with me. Having never been in a situation that I was a client in a case like this I was constantly reassured of the process and the outcomes along the way. Eric told me what things looked like according to a timeline and it came out exactly as he said it would. I can highly recommend Eric as a fine legal mind who is in the profession for the right reason, to help the clients that he works with. I can not say enough good things about Eric.He did a terrific job !
I highly recommend Attorney Eric Lechtzin . He was kind, knowledgeable, professional and most of all patient when answering my questions. Mr. Lechtzin always made me feel comfortable when I didn't understand something and always took the time to answer all of my questions. He answered all of my calls personally, I never had to wait for him to return my call. Thank you Eric I really appreciate all you have done.
I just picked up the phone and called Him about OCWEN. Spoke with me for a little wile . Treated me with nothing but respect
Mr. Lechtzin was so very kind to answer my questions over the phone and he was extremely knowledgeable and polite. His 10.0 superb rating is indeed well deserved. May God bless you Mr. Lechtzin for your kind generosity and direction. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you from Colleen and my cousin Sharon in Birmingham, AL.
Eric defended me against a property boundary claim. The law may or may not have been on my side, but the facts as stated by the plaintiff were totally incorrect, bordering on outright lies. Eric helped me, oddly enough, get a small settlement as compensation from the plaintiff for eliminating the situation which caused the suit.
Mr. Eric not only answered my question with an educated and well thought out response, but he also did his due diligence on the exact matter, down to the Terms of Service in question. He put more effort into his answer than I have seen paid and local lawyers put into a case. Thank you sir for your hard work and your time. Very much appreciated!
It seems that the legal system is a probabilistic animal, and some of the rules for it, as Eric said, labyrinthine. We spent quite some time discussing my question and I appreciate Eric's honesty and advice in the matter.
My experience with Eric Lechtzin extends over an eight-year period, involving filing a claim for a class action lawsuit and the eventual resolution of my involvement in the matter. I feel confident that Mr. Lechtzin did everything in his power for the utmost positive outcome, from a situation that was clearly quite complex and lengthy. I believe that the final outcome for myself, personally, was undoubtedly better than it otherwise would have been if I had not sent off an email to an unknown attorney in the middle of the night, during what was likely the most stressful time of my life. In addition, and at least equally as importantly, I can say that every step of the way Mr. Lechtzin exhibited the utmost integrity and professionalism. Beyond it being his job to do so, I believe that he truly cares about the personal situation of his clients and bettering the system that we all live in. I also believe there were instances where he went above the call of duty and obligation, without cutting corners and doing things right, because they were right. Even during quiet periods of wait, when he undoubtedly was very busy with other cases, he always responded promptly to any request or question I had, and took time to explain things clearly and thoroughly. He works hard to provide realistic expectations for his clients, explains details at whatever level a client is able to comprehend (whether basic or advanced), and is consistently respectful, courteous, and kind. I wish only the best to him in his future pursuits, and to those who may benefit from his expert legal service.
Eric represented my wife and I in a case of Breach of Contract against our mortgage company. Eric was not only professional and always in touch with us letting us know every little thing that was going on but he was able to secure a settlement for us that was above our expectations. Eric worked relentlessly on our behalf to also secure a new mortgage loan that saved us from loosing our home. Eric is truly a lawyer who is always looking out for the best outcome for his clients.
Mr. Lechtzin is the living example of hard work, dedication and a limitless care for his clients. Mr. Lechtzin keeps his clients interest at heart and has an indomitable spirit in fighting for his clients without cutting corners or taking the easy way out. I would highly recommend Mr.Lechtzin to anyone who wants to have a dedicated, intelligent, fearless champion to fight for them.
Eric Lechtzin represented me in a huge case that came out in my favor and from the very first conversation that I had with him he explained everything that had happened and would happen in the case in a superb way that made me feel comfortable in my decision making and helped me to see the intricate details of the steps that he and his law firm were taking to make the best choices for me as a client. There was never a decision that was made without thoughtful process in the time that he worked with me. Having never been in a situation that I was a client in a case like this I was constantly reassured of the process and the outcomes along the way. Eric told me what things looked like according to a timeline and it came out exactly as he said it would. I can highly recommend Eric as a fine legal mind who is in the profession for the right reason, to help the clients that he works with. I can not say enough good things about Eric.He did a terrific job !
I highly recommend Attorney Eric Lechtzin . He was kind, knowledgeable, professional and most of all patient when answering my questions. Mr. Lechtzin always made me feel comfortable when I didn't understand something and always took the time to answer all of my questions. He answered all of my calls personally, I never had to wait for him to return my call. Thank you Eric I really appreciate all you have done.
I just picked up the phone and called Him about OCWEN. Spoke with me for a little wile . Treated me with nothing but respect
Mr. Lechtzin was so very kind to answer my questions over the phone and he was extremely knowledgeable and polite. His 10.0 superb rating is indeed well deserved. May God bless you Mr. Lechtzin for your kind generosity and direction. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you from Colleen and my cousin Sharon in Birmingham, AL.
Eric defended me against a property boundary claim. The law may or may not have been on my side, but the facts as stated by the plaintiff were totally incorrect, bordering on outright lies. Eric helped me, oddly enough, get a small settlement as compensation from the plaintiff for eliminating the situation which caused the suit.
Mr. Eric not only answered my question with an educated and well thought out response, but he also did his due diligence on the exact matter, down to the Terms of Service in question. He put more effort into his answer than I have seen paid and local lawyers put into a case. Thank you sir for your hard work and your time. Very much appreciated!
It seems that the legal system is a probabilistic animal, and some of the rules for it, as Eric said, labyrinthine. We spent quite some time discussing my question and I appreciate Eric's honesty and advice in the matter.
My experience with Eric Lechtzin extends over an eight-year period, involving filing a claim for a class action lawsuit and the eventual resolution of my involvement in the matter. I feel confident that Mr. Lechtzin did everything in his power for the utmost positive outcome, from a situation that was clearly quite complex and lengthy. I believe that the final outcome for myself, personally, was undoubtedly better than it otherwise would have been if I had not sent off an email to an unknown attorney in the middle of the night, during what was likely the most stressful time of my life. In addition, and at least equally as importantly, I can say that every step of the way Mr. Lechtzin exhibited the utmost integrity and professionalism. Beyond it being his job to do so, I believe that he truly cares about the personal situation of his clients and bettering the system that we all live in. I also believe there were instances where he went above the call of duty and obligation, without cutting corners and doing things right, because they were right. Even during quiet periods of wait, when he undoubtedly was very busy with other cases, he always responded promptly to any request or question I had, and took time to explain things clearly and thoroughly. He works hard to provide realistic expectations for his clients, explains details at whatever level a client is able to comprehend (whether basic or advanced), and is consistently respectful, courteous, and kind. I wish only the best to him in his future pursuits, and to those who may benefit from his expert legal service.
Eric represented my wife and I in a case of Breach of Contract against our mortgage company. Eric was not only professional and always in touch with us letting us know every little thing that was going on but he was able to secure a settlement for us that was above our expectations. Eric worked relentlessly on our behalf to also secure a new mortgage loan that saved us from loosing our home. Eric is truly a lawyer who is always looking out for the best outcome for his clients.
Mr. Lechtzin is the living example of hard work, dedication and a limitless care for his clients. Mr. Lechtzin keeps his clients interest at heart and has an indomitable spirit in fighting for his clients without cutting corners or taking the easy way out. I would highly recommend Mr.Lechtzin to anyone who wants to have a dedicated, intelligent, fearless champion to fight for them.
Eric Lechtzin represented me in a huge case that came out in my favor and from the very first conversation that I had with him he explained everything that had happened and would happen in the case in a superb way that made me feel comfortable in my decision making and helped me to see the intricate details of the steps that he and his law firm were taking to make the best choices for me as a client. There was never a decision that was made without thoughtful process in the time that he worked with me. Having never been in a situation that I was a client in a case like this I was constantly reassured of the process and the outcomes along the way. Eric told me what things looked like according to a timeline and it came out exactly as he said it would. I can highly recommend Eric as a fine legal mind who is in the profession for the right reason, to help the clients that he works with. I can not say enough good things about Eric.He did a terrific job !
I highly recommend Attorney Eric Lechtzin . He was kind, knowledgeable, professional and most of all patient when answering my questions. Mr. Lechtzin always made me feel comfortable when I didn't understand something and always took the time to answer all of my questions. He answered all of my calls personally, I never had to wait for him to return my call. Thank you Eric I really appreciate all you have done.
I just picked up the phone and called Him about OCWEN. Spoke with me for a little wile . Treated me with nothing but respect
Mr. Lechtzin was so very kind to answer my questions over the phone and he was extremely knowledgeable and polite. His 10.0 superb rating is indeed well deserved. May God bless you Mr. Lechtzin for your kind generosity and direction. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you from Colleen and my cousin Sharon in Birmingham, AL.
Eric defended me against a property boundary claim. The law may or may not have been on my side, but the facts as stated by the plaintiff were totally incorrect, bordering on outright lies. Eric helped me, oddly enough, get a small settlement as compensation from the plaintiff for eliminating the situation which caused the suit.