John Whalen
Ardmore, PA
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Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Estate Planning
Language
English
About
John B. Whalen, Jr., JD., LL.M., Attorney and Counselor at Law. Mr. Whalen is AV Peer Review Rated Preeminent 5.0 and Avvo Rated 10.0 Superb (obtaining over 95 client reviews and peer endorsements). He is the recipient of the Legum Magister Post-Doctorate Degree (LL.M.) in Taxation (from the Villanova University School of Law), a recipient of the American Jurisprudence Award in Wills, Trusts, and Estates, from the Widener University School of Law), and a recipient of the ABA-BNA Law Award for Academic Excellence (from the Widener University School of Law). He has also been named as an Awesome Attorney in the field of Estate Planning Law (by the Suburban Life Magazine of the Philadelphia suburbs) for the years 2010 through 2018, and was Editor-in-Chief of the Delaware Law Forum at Widener School of Law.Mr. Whalen is a frequent speaker and writer on the areas of Probate, Wills, Trusts, Estates, and has spoken for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute, spoken at the Widener University Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, and spoken at the Delaware County Estate Planning Council. He has also had his legal articles published by the Pennsylvania Bar Institute, the Pennsylvania Law Weekly, the Philadelphia Business Journal, and the Martindale.Com website. He has had his law blogs published on the Lawyers.Com website.He is a member of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court and the United States Federal Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. He is past president of the Delaware County Estate Planning Council, a past Internship Instructor of Conestoga High School, and Villanova University School of Law. He is a past member of the Chester County Estate Planning Council, a past President of the Chesterbrook Picket Post Condominium Association.Mr. Whalen concentrates his legal practice solely in the areas of: Estate Law, Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Executor Representation, Probate, Ancillary Probate, Last Wills, Decedents Estates, Powers of Attorney, Advance Directives, Trust Law, Living Wills, Fiduciary Law, Inheritance, Inheritance Tax, Trusts and Estates, Trust Administration, Cemetery Law, Tax Law, Estates, Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples.Mr. Whalen provides legal services seven (7) days per week, including all evenings, weekends, and holidays. Please Visit and Subscribe to our Blog and visit my website at WhalenPaProbateLawyers.Mr. Whalen serves, and has served, both individuals and attorneys in the Southeastern Pennsylvania Metropolitan Area (and throughout the country), including Chester County Pa, Delaware County Pa, Lancaster County Pa, Montgomery County Pa, and Philadelphia County Pa. He has served clients in Ambler Pa, in Ardmore Pa, in Aston Pa, in Berwyn Pa, in Blue Bell Pa, in Bridgeport Pa, in Broomall Pa, in Bryn Mawr Pa, in Chadds Ford Pa, in Chesterbrook Pa, in Chester Heights Pa, in Chester Springs Pa, in Coatesville Pa, in Collegeville Pa, in Conshohocken Pa, in Devon Pa, in Downingtown Pa, in Drexel Hill Pa, in Eagleville Pa, in Easttown Pa, in Elkins Park Pa, in Exton Pa, in Frazer Pa, in Great Valley Pa, in Haverford Pa, in Havertown Pa, in Jeffersonville Pa, in Kennett Square Pa, in King of Prussia Pa, in Lansdale Pa, in Limerick Pa, in Linfield Pa, in Linwood Pa, in Lower Merion Pa, in Malvern Pa, in Media Pa, in Narberth Pa, in Newtown Square Pa, in Norristown Pa, in Oaks Pa, in Overbrook Pa, in Paoli Pa, in Parkesburg Pa, in Phoenixville Pa, in Plymouth Meeting Pa, in Pottstown Pa, in Radnor Pa, in Ridley Park Pa, in Rosemont Pa, in St. Davids Pa, in Springfield Pa, in Strafford Pa, in Swarthmore Pa, in Thorndale Pa, in Tredyffrin Pa, in Trooper Pa, in Upper Merion Pa, in Valley Forge Pa, in Villanova Pa, in Wayne Pa, in West Chester Pa, in Westtown Pa, in Whitemarsh Pa, in Willistown Pa, in Wynnewood Pa, and in Yeadon Pa.
Practices Areas
Estate Planning
Real Estate
Probate
Language
English
Contact
John B. Whalen, Jr.696 Pont Reading RoadArdmore, PA, 19003696 Pont Reading RoadArdmore, PA, 19003
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Website: N/AReviews
John took care of my elderly father's Will, and that was extremely happy with the choice we made. John came to my father's house to take care of all the paperwork, which made it so much easier for us. He is trustworthy, knowledgeable and professional. I would highly recommend him.
My mother passed away in 2019 and I needed a lawyer to handle probate. I didn’t have any referrals so I went to AVVO and chose John B Whalen Jr. Thankfully AVVO didn’t let me down! John was professional, personable, efficient and knowledgeable. He responded to all of my questions quickly and articulately. I never felt like he was annoyed with all of my questions or that he was too busy for me (I have had two other experiences with lawyers and that’s exactly how I felt with them). Good guy – but even more importantly good lawyer!
John Whalen Jr handled our estate needs with integrity and expertise. We are highly satisfied and would definitely recommend his services.
John was a great help to me as he helped me and my Uncle through all the details of his will. I felt he listened and understood the issues that we were concerned about and explained things to us in a very straightforward and easy to understand manner.
Mr. Whalen is professional, intellectually superior, and reassuring. He is seasoned at estate law and provides piece of mind. I highly recommend his services!
I have known John for many years, since High School. The way he approaches his job is grounded in the highest ethical and moral standards and his experience and demeanor create an instantly comfortable situation. He has handled situations for me and most of my older family in an honest and competent way. In my life his advice has guided me when it was needed most. Some brag, John lets the music do the talking. Everyone I have ever introduced to John have been grateful. Evaluating lawyers is like going to Clown College. John can restore your faith in humanity!
I asked several questions without Atty Whalen pushing for a consultation which I would have to pay for / his answers were quite helpful / I believe his answers were truthful / I did not hire Atty Whalen but it was because of other issues involved in my legal issue / If I were to hire anyone it would be Atty Whalen
I contacted John Whalen when I had some legal questions over my grandfather's estate. I learned of him through Avvo, and was impressed by his many great reviews. He promptly contacted me. Over numerous phone calls over multiple days, John was able to answer all of the legal questions I had. He was thorough in his answers, and I never once felt rushed when I spoke with him. We discussed all of my options, and he did a great job of explaining the pros and cons of each potential outcome. He was an effective communicator, and helped me understand what we were dealing with. I would recommend John Whalen to anyone in the area.
John Whalen was awesome, as I have a home business he helped me get things in order and correctly choose a beneficiary for my home, business and pets.
John B. Whalen was very helpful to me and my Mother. He explained everything to her and made her feel at ease with the details of our situation.
John took care of my elderly father's Will, and that was extremely happy with the choice we made. John came to my father's house to take care of all the paperwork, which made it so much easier for us. He is trustworthy, knowledgeable and professional. I would highly recommend him.
My mother passed away in 2019 and I needed a lawyer to handle probate. I didn’t have any referrals so I went to AVVO and chose John B Whalen Jr. Thankfully AVVO didn’t let me down! John was professional, personable, efficient and knowledgeable. He responded to all of my questions quickly and articulately. I never felt like he was annoyed with all of my questions or that he was too busy for me (I have had two other experiences with lawyers and that’s exactly how I felt with them). Good guy – but even more importantly good lawyer!
John Whalen Jr handled our estate needs with integrity and expertise. We are highly satisfied and would definitely recommend his services.
John was a great help to me as he helped me and my Uncle through all the details of his will. I felt he listened and understood the issues that we were concerned about and explained things to us in a very straightforward and easy to understand manner.
Mr. Whalen is professional, intellectually superior, and reassuring. He is seasoned at estate law and provides piece of mind. I highly recommend his services!
I have known John for many years, since High School. The way he approaches his job is grounded in the highest ethical and moral standards and his experience and demeanor create an instantly comfortable situation. He has handled situations for me and most of my older family in an honest and competent way. In my life his advice has guided me when it was needed most. Some brag, John lets the music do the talking. Everyone I have ever introduced to John have been grateful. Evaluating lawyers is like going to Clown College. John can restore your faith in humanity!
I asked several questions without Atty Whalen pushing for a consultation which I would have to pay for / his answers were quite helpful / I believe his answers were truthful / I did not hire Atty Whalen but it was because of other issues involved in my legal issue / If I were to hire anyone it would be Atty Whalen
I contacted John Whalen when I had some legal questions over my grandfather's estate. I learned of him through Avvo, and was impressed by his many great reviews. He promptly contacted me. Over numerous phone calls over multiple days, John was able to answer all of the legal questions I had. He was thorough in his answers, and I never once felt rushed when I spoke with him. We discussed all of my options, and he did a great job of explaining the pros and cons of each potential outcome. He was an effective communicator, and helped me understand what we were dealing with. I would recommend John Whalen to anyone in the area.
John Whalen was awesome, as I have a home business he helped me get things in order and correctly choose a beneficiary for my home, business and pets.
John B. Whalen was very helpful to me and my Mother. He explained everything to her and made her feel at ease with the details of our situation.
John took care of my elderly father's Will, and that was extremely happy with the choice we made. John came to my father's house to take care of all the paperwork, which made it so much easier for us. He is trustworthy, knowledgeable and professional. I would highly recommend him.
My mother passed away in 2019 and I needed a lawyer to handle probate. I didn’t have any referrals so I went to AVVO and chose John B Whalen Jr. Thankfully AVVO didn’t let me down! John was professional, personable, efficient and knowledgeable. He responded to all of my questions quickly and articulately. I never felt like he was annoyed with all of my questions or that he was too busy for me (I have had two other experiences with lawyers and that’s exactly how I felt with them). Good guy – but even more importantly good lawyer!
John Whalen Jr handled our estate needs with integrity and expertise. We are highly satisfied and would definitely recommend his services.
John was a great help to me as he helped me and my Uncle through all the details of his will. I felt he listened and understood the issues that we were concerned about and explained things to us in a very straightforward and easy to understand manner.
Mr. Whalen is professional, intellectually superior, and reassuring. He is seasoned at estate law and provides piece of mind. I highly recommend his services!
I have known John for many years, since High School. The way he approaches his job is grounded in the highest ethical and moral standards and his experience and demeanor create an instantly comfortable situation. He has handled situations for me and most of my older family in an honest and competent way. In my life his advice has guided me when it was needed most. Some brag, John lets the music do the talking. Everyone I have ever introduced to John have been grateful. Evaluating lawyers is like going to Clown College. John can restore your faith in humanity!
I asked several questions without Atty Whalen pushing for a consultation which I would have to pay for / his answers were quite helpful / I believe his answers were truthful / I did not hire Atty Whalen but it was because of other issues involved in my legal issue / If I were to hire anyone it would be Atty Whalen
I contacted John Whalen when I had some legal questions over my grandfather's estate. I learned of him through Avvo, and was impressed by his many great reviews. He promptly contacted me. Over numerous phone calls over multiple days, John was able to answer all of the legal questions I had. He was thorough in his answers, and I never once felt rushed when I spoke with him. We discussed all of my options, and he did a great job of explaining the pros and cons of each potential outcome. He was an effective communicator, and helped me understand what we were dealing with. I would recommend John Whalen to anyone in the area.
John Whalen was awesome, as I have a home business he helped me get things in order and correctly choose a beneficiary for my home, business and pets.
John B. Whalen was very helpful to me and my Mother. He explained everything to her and made her feel at ease with the details of our situation.