Atty. Barbara K. Gotthelf

Atty. Barbara K. Gotthelf

Barbara K. Gotthelf is a lawyer practicing insurance, commercial, appeals and 3 other areas of law.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara K. Gotthelf at a glance

Barbara K. Gotthelf is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at McCarter & English, LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, consumer, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1988) and Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylva (1988). Educated at Rutgers University School of Law - Camden (J.D., 1988) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barbara K. Gotthelf is a lawyer practicing insurance, commercial, appeals and 3 other areas of law
  • Barbara received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Barbara practices at McCarter & English, LLP in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara K. Gotthelf's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara K. Gotthelf handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Product Liability

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Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara K. Gotthelf

Where is Barbara K. Gotthelf's law office located?
Barbara K. Gotthelf's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is McCarter & English, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara K. Gotthelf handle?
Barbara K. Gotthelf focuses on business, product liability, consumer, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Barbara K. Gotthelf practiced law?
Barbara K. Gotthelf has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Barbara K. Gotthelf go to law school?
Barbara K. Gotthelf earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Barbara K. Gotthelf for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Barbara K. Gotthelf received?
Barbara K. Gotthelf's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Rutgers University School of Law - Camden
- 1988
B.A.
Rutgers University
- 1982

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1988
Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylva
Admitted: 1988

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