Atty. Barry Lee Small
Barry Lee Small is a lawyer practicing wealth planning, estates and asset planning, estate planning. Barry has been licensed for 30 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 30+ Years Experience
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About Barry Lee Small at a Glance
Barry Lee Small is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Duane Morris LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on estate planning. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1996) and Pennsylvania U.S. Tax Court (1996). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1996). Active member of Philadelphia Bar Association. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Barry Lee Small
- Barry Lee Small is a lawyer practicing wealth planning, estates and asset planning, estate planning
- Barry has been licensed for 30 years
- Barry practices at Duane Morris LLP in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Barry Lee Small's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barry Lee Small handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Estate Planning & Probate in Philadelphia
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose Barry Lee Small
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 Barry Lee Small's practice in the field of estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Barry Lee Small brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania U.S. Tax Court, Barry Lee Small can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Estate Planning Practice
Concentrating on estate planning means Barry Lee Small's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Barry Lee Small attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Barry Lee Small Handles in Philadelphia
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Barry Lee Small has experience with under Pennsylvania law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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