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Atty. Elliot Bruce Edley

Atty. Elliot Bruce Edley

Elliot Bruce Edley is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family law, business law and 7 other areas of law. Elliot received a B.A. degree from Queens College of the City of New York in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Wilkes-Barre Wilkes-Barre 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Elliot Bruce Edley at a glance

Elliot Bruce Edley is a Member based in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, practicing at Edley & Reishtein. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, family law, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in New York (1968) and Pennsylvania (1977). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1967) and Queens College of the City of New York (B.A., 1964). Serands clients in Wilkes-Barre, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Elliot Bruce Edley is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family law, business law and 7 other areas of law
  • Elliot received a B.A. degree from Queens College of the City of New York in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Elliot practices at Edley & Reishtein in Wilkes-Barre, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Elliot Bruce Edley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Elliot Bruce Edley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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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.

Elliot Bruce Edley is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Elliot Bruce Edley is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Elliot Bruce Edley is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Elliot Bruce Edley is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Wilkes-Barre 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 Elliot Bruce Edley

Where is Elliot Bruce Edley's law office located?
Elliot Bruce Edley's law practice is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The firm is Edley & Reishtein. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Elliot Bruce Edley handle?
Elliot Bruce Edley focuses on divorce, personal injury, family law, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Elliot Bruce Edley practiced law?
Elliot Bruce Edley has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Elliot Bruce Edley go to law school?
Elliot Bruce Edley earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Elliot Bruce Edley for a consultation?
You can contact Elliot Bruce Edley directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1967
B.A.
Queens College of the City of New York
- 1964

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1968
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1977

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