Atty. Brian D. Hartshorn

Atty. Brian D. Hartshorn

Brian is passionate about helping victims and their families recover after an accident, approaching each case, regardless of size, with the utmost attention it deserves. He has the unique and proven ability to successfully handle all facets of the litigation process.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian D. Hartshorn at a glance

Brian D. Hartshorn is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at van der Veen, Hartshorn & Levin. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on discrimination, medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2004), New Jersey (2005), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S. District Court, District of New Jerse (2005). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Villanova University (B.A., 2001). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian is passionate about helping victims and their families recover after an accident, approaching each case, regardless of size, with the utmost attention it deserves
  • He has the unique and proven ability to successfully handle all facets of the litigation process
  • Brian joined the firm in 2004
  • An accomplished civil litigator with demonstrated courtroom skills, Brian has handled countless cases, both by trial and arbitration, with noteworthy results
  • Through his zealous advocacy and diligent work ethic, he has obtained significant awards and settlements for his clients, including those in excess of one million dollars
  • A native of Connecticut, Brian is a 2001 cum laude graduate of Villanova University
  • He earned his law degree from Villanova in 2004
  • He is admitted to practice law in the United States District Court for the Eastern Division of Pennsylvania and District of New Jersey as well as the Pennsylvania and New Jersey state courts
  • Brian is an active mentor in the Villanova Law School mentoring program and is a member of The American Association for Justice, the Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Bar Association, and the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association, in addition to his pro bono activity

Practice Areas Explained

Brian D. Hartshorn's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian D. Hartshorn handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

Brian D. Hartshorn is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

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.

Brian D. Hartshorn is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Product Liability

Brian D. Hartshorn is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 Brian D. Hartshorn

Where is Brian D. Hartshorn's law office located?
Brian D. Hartshorn's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is van der Veen, Hartshorn & Levin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian D. Hartshorn handle?
Brian D. Hartshorn focuses on discrimination, medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Brian D. Hartshorn practiced law?
Brian D. Hartshorn has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Brian D. Hartshorn go to law school?
Brian D. Hartshorn earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Brian D. Hartshorn for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Villanova University School of Law
- 2004
B.A.
Villanova University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2004
New Jersey
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S. District Court, District of New Jerse
Admitted: 2005

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