Atty. A. Roy DeCaro
Roy DeCaro has tried more than 200 jury trials to verdict during his legal career, first as a prosecutor and now as a civil attorney. He has achieved on behalf of his clients over a dozen verdicts in excess of $1,000,000.00, and two verdicts in excess of $10,000,000.00.
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA
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About A. Roy DeCaro at a Glance
A. Roy DeCaro is a personal injury and product liability attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Raynes & Lawn. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar. Educated at Villanova University (J.D., 1974) and Villanova University (BS, 1971). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About A. Roy DeCaro
- Roy DeCaro has tried more than 200 jury trials to verdict during his legal career, first as a prosecutor and now as a civil attorney
- He has achieved on behalf of his clients over a dozen verdicts in excess of $1,000,000.00, and two verdicts in excess of $10,000,000.00
- So, it is little surprise that Best Lawyers® recognized Mr. DeCaro in 2018 as the “Best Personal Injury Lawyer of the Year” for Philadelphia
- Roy has been selected to the Super Lawyers Top 100 list for over 20 years and has been selected to the Top 10 Super Lawyers in Pennsylvania list on two occasions
- He was named by “Lawdragon” Magazine as one of the 500 best lawyers in the United States
- Roy has regularly been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© – twice named as best Philadelphia civil plaintiff lawyer
- As a prosecutor, he persuaded juries to convict murderers, drug dealers, motorcycle gang members, organized crime figures, corrupt police officers and corrupt public officials
- As a civil trial lawyer, Roy has represented those who have been seriously injured or killed by others’ negligence, including those injured due to medical error, unsafe products, and negligent drivers
- These cases have contributed to improving safety measures in America
- He often asked to mediate and arbitrate cases by plaintiff and defense lawyers
- During the Covid-19 pandemic, he has been conducting these mediations and arbitrations using Zoom
- He has been called upon to serve on blue-ribbon panels including panels to recommend institutional changes in the Philadelphia Police Department and the Philadelphia Criminal Court System
- He has been an Adjunct Law Professor at Villanova Law School teaching evidence four times
- He was the 2018 and 2019 President of the Philadelphia Trial Lawyers’ Club—an organization that aids lawyers in distress and promotes civility
- He does extensive pro bono work
- Roy is a member of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, the American College of Trial Lawyers and the American Board of Trial Advocates
- In his free time, he loves to hunt, fish, garden and spend time with his family—especially his two grandsons
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A. Roy DeCaro's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases A. Roy DeCaro handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Personal Injury in Philadelphia
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Product Liability in Philadelphia
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose A. Roy DeCaro
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish A. Roy DeCaro's practice in the field of personal injury and product liability.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, A. Roy DeCaro can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and product liability, A. Roy DeCaro can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means A. Roy DeCaro attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues A. Roy DeCaro Handles in Philadelphia
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