Atty. Geoffrey Forney

Atty. Geoffrey Forney

Mr. Geoffrey Forney is a lawyer practicing immigration law.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 20 yrs experience 20 year
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About Geoffrey Forney at a glance

Geoffrey Forney is a immigration attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2006), New Jersey (2006), and Maine (2021). Educated at Temple University Law School (J.D., 2006) and Sarah Lawrence College (B.A. Temple, 1994). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Geoffrey Forney is a lawyer practicing immigration law
  • Geoffrey received a B.A. degree from Sarah Lawrence College in 1994, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Geoffrey practices in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Geoffrey Forney's Areas of Practice

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

Immigration Law

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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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Where is Geoffrey Forney's law office located?
Geoffrey Forney's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Geoffrey Forney handle?
Geoffrey Forney focuses on immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Geoffrey Forney practiced law?
Geoffrey Forney has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Geoffrey Forney go to law school?
Geoffrey Forney earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A. Temple, 1994).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Temple University Law School
- 2006
B.A. Temple
Sarah Lawrence College
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2006
New Jersey
Admitted: 2006
Maine
Admitted: 2021

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