Atty. Gerald Michael Hatfield
Gerald Michael Hatfield is a lawyer practicing trusts, tax law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Gerald received a B.A. degree from Albright College in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 45+ Years Experience
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About Gerald Michael Hatfield at a Glance
Gerald Michael Hatfield is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Fox Rothschild LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1981). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D., 1981) and Albright College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gerald Michael Hatfield
- Gerald Michael Hatfield is a lawyer practicing trusts, tax law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
- Gerald received a B.A. degree from Albright College in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Gerald practices at Fox Rothschild LLP in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Gerald Michael Hatfield's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald Michael Hatfield handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Trusts in Philadelphia
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Probate in Philadelphia
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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.
Gerald Michael Hatfield is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Tax Law in Philadelphia
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Gerald Michael Hatfield is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Gerald Michael Hatfield
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 Gerald Michael Hatfield's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gerald Michael Hatfield brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Gerald Michael Hatfield 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 Gerald Michael Hatfield attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Gerald Michael Hatfield Handles in Philadelphia
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