Atty. Brian S. Chacker
Brian S. Chacker, a Firm Partner, is a seasoned, elite trial attorney.
Auto Accidents & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 27+ Years Experience
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About Brian S. Chacker at a Glance
Brian S. Chacker is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Gay Chacker & Ginsburg. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1999), Pennsylvania (1999), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (2000), and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (2000). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D., 1999) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A. Communications, 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Pennsylvania Bar Association Philadelphia Bar Association Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian S. Chacker
- Brian S. Chacker, a Firm Partner, is a seasoned, elite trial attorney
- As a partner at Gay & Chacker, Brian almost inevitably will be involved in almost every aspect of your case
- And you are in excellent hands
- Brian has earned an extraordinary representation as a passionate fighter for his clients
- With verdicts reaching $14 Million+ and other top-100 annual verdicts/settlements in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Brian has a well-known and well-earned reputation for results
- Brian was recognized as outstanding among his peers
- For example, in its December issue, Philadelphia Magazine announced Brian as a legal “Rising Star,” labeling him as a leader among the next generation of top attorneys in Philadelphia and surrounding regions
- Brian was awarded designation as a “Super-Lawyer” by Philadelphia Magazine
- During that same time period, Brian was elected head of the community of young lawyers, elected President of the Young Lawyers Division of the Philadelphia Bar Association
- As President, Brian rallied and led the community of over a thousand young lawyers throughout the region
- For example, as one of his key leadership initiatives, Brian organized and hosted groundbreaking events to raise funds for at least fifteen top law firms who serve those in need
- These organizations provide essential free legal services to children, the homeless, and, ultimately, 400,000 Philadelphians trapped below the poverty line
- As his milestone initiative, for multiple years, Brian brought international celebrities from film and comedy to Philadelphia to headline an annual auction & fundraiser at the Academy of Natural Sciences in Center City, Philadelphia
- Brian organized extraordinary sponsorships from top companies/brands in Philadelphia to provide exciting auction items, such as NFC Champion Eagles tickets
- In all, under his leadership, the Young Lawyers Division of the Philadelphia Bar Association achieved ambitious fundraising goals that, as of today, have ensured life-changing legal representation for thousands of citizens
- Now, after a decade at Gay & Chacker, Brian clearly is a super-lawyer
- As he has achieved multi-million dollar results for clients, Brian’s verdicts and settlements for clients, along with quotes from Brian, have headlined legal newspapers, including the Legal Intelligencier: the top newspaper for the region’s 15,000+ lawyer community
- In addition, Brian has been featured on TV news programs as a legal expert, interviewed, primarily, on trial law and personal injury cases
- Based on his success as a top Attorney and a community leader, Firm Managing Partner Ed Chacker, Brian’s father and chief mentor, elevated Brian from associate to Firm Partner
- When you are a client of Gay & Chacker, Brian and Firm Managing Partner Ed Chacker will organize your experienced, elite team of attorneys, paralegals and client experience personnel
- Under Brian and Ed’s leadership, the Firm will manage each step of your case
- You will be protected, and you will feel protected
- Along with your team, Brian will spend his time researching and crafting a winning case for you, using his negotiation talents to press for settlement and, always, fighting as a top, experienced trial attorney on every court filing and argument
- Brian has lectured on negotiation and settlement practices for the Philadelphia Bar Association Continuing Legal Education program and fights tirelessly
- He knows that he only wins if you win
- Brian is well-educated
- Brian is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Communications and an alumni member of the Penn (Club) Boxing Team
- After Penn, Brian received his Juris Doctor law degree from the Villanova University School of Law
- Before attending UPenn and Villanova, Brian studied at and received his high school diploma from Germantown Academy
- Before joining Gay & Chacker, Brian received intensive training and development as Intern at the United States Attorney’s Office and, for almost half a decade, as Attorney at two top powerhouse law firms: Fox Rothschild and Blank Rome, both international firms, where Brian focused on a range of lawsuits and issues
- Brian is a member of the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bars and has protected clients and achieved results in numerous states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware
- Brian concentrates his practice on areas such as personal injury, premises liability and medical malpractice litigation, as well as on aspects of civil rights and police brutality
- Classes/Seminars • “Evaluation of Cases and Settlement Negotiation” For the City of Philadelphia Legal Department Continuing Legal Education Program, July 29, 2014 Honors and Awards • Named to Pennsylvania Super Lawyers “Rising Stars” list of top lawyers in Pennsylvania, Philadelphia magazine, 2005 Past Employment Positions • Blank Rome LLP, Associate, 2004 – 2005 • Fox Rothschild LLP, Associate, 1999 – 2004 Professional Associations and Memberships • Pennsylvania Bar Association • Philadelphia Bar Association – President of Young Lawyers Division, Community Outreach Committee • Philadelphia Bar Association – President of Young Lawyers Division, Champions of Caring • Philadelphia Bar Association – President of Young Lawyers Division, Status/Diversity Committee • Philadelphia Bar Association – President of Young Lawyers Division, Executive Committee • Philadelphia Bar Association – President of Young Lawyers Division, Civil Litigation Section • Philadelphia Bar Association – President of Young Lawyers Division, Attorney Mentoring Committee, Co-chair • Philadelphia Bar Association – President of Young Lawyers Division, Andrew Hamilton Circle • Temple American Inn of Court • Brandeis Law Society • Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association • Member, Executive Committee of Young Lawyers Division of the Philadelphia Bar Association • Member, Temple American Inn of Court • Member, Philadelphia and Pennsylvania Bar Associations • Member, Brandeis Law Society • Member, Bar Foundation, Young Lawyers Andrew Hamilton Circle
Practice Areas Explained
Brian S. Chacker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian S. Chacker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Car Accidents in Philadelphia
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Truck Accidents in Philadelphia
Brian S. Chacker is one of 4,910 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Medical Malpractice in Philadelphia
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Brian S. Chacker is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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.
Brian S. Chacker is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Philadelphia
Brian S. Chacker is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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 Brian S. Chacker
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 Brian S. Chacker's practice in the field of car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, and slip & fall.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian S. Chacker brings 27+ 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, Pennsylvania, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Brian S. Chacker can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, truck accidents, and medical malpractice, Brian S. Chacker 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 Brian S. Chacker 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 Brian S. Chacker Handles in Philadelphia
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brian S. Chacker 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Brian S. Chacker directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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