Atty. Jay L. Edelstein, Esq.
Jay L. Edelstein, of Edelstein Law, was born in 1955 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Jay L. Edelstein, Esq. is an Attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Edelstein Law, LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1979) and New Jersey (1991). Educated at Delaware Law School of Widener University (J.D., 1979) and Washington & Jefferson College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Jay L. Edelstein, of Edelstein Law, was born in 1955 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- He attended Washington & Jefferson College where he received his B.A. in 1976
- He went onto Widener University School of Law (formerly Delaware Law School), receiving his J.D. in 1979
- Mr. Edelstein is the firm’s founder and is a successful and a well-respected third generation attorney who focuses his practice of law on the following areas: Personal injury litigation, auto injury, sexual abuse cases, slip and fall, medical malpractice, dog bites, brain injury, birth injury, nursing home neglect, construction law and litigation involving common carriers
- He was admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar in 1979 and the New Jersey Bar in 1991
- With more than 40 years of experience, Mr. Edelstein has successfully represented his clients and has obtained over 150 million dollars for injured victims by way of Verdict or Mediation
- He has been awarded Super Lawyer of Pennsylvania for 2013, 2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023
- Only 5% of Attorneys in Pennsylvania receive this distinction
- Super Lawyer is reserved for those attorneys who exhibit excellence in practice
- In addition, Jay is AV rated with Martindale-Hubbell which is the highest peer review rating in LEGAL ABILITY and ETHICAL STANDARDS
- This AV rating is only given to 5% of attorneys WORLDWIDE
- Jay L. Edelstein, Esquire of Edelstein Law, LLP has been selected by NADC (The National Association of Distinguished Counsel) Jay is a member of the selective group and is of the Nation's Top 1% Attorneys
- This Organization is dedicated to promoting the highest standards of legal excellence
- Its mission is to objectively recognize the attorneys who elevate the standards of the Bar and provide a benchmark for other attorneys to emulate
- Members are thoroughly vetted by a research team, selected by a blue-ribbon panel of attorneys with podium status from independently neutral organizations and approved by a judicial review board as exhibiting virtue as a practice of law
- Due to the selectivity of the appointment process, only the TOP ONE PERCENT OF THE ATTORNEYS in the UNITED STATES are awarded membership in NADC
- This elite class of advocates consists of the finest leaders of the legal profession from across the nation
- Jay is a member of The Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations
- He is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and is also admitted to practice in The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
- The United States District Court of New Jersey and The United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, NATIONAL CRIME VICTIM BAR ASSOCIATION and American Association for Justice
- Mr. Edelstein serves as a member of The Philadelphia Board of Directors at Ashley Treatment Center
- Jay also serves as Philadelphia counsel for Steps to Recovery, LLC. He is very active in the drug and alcohol community and is always there to lend a helping hand to someone in need
- Jay has been happily married for 35 years with three beautiful children and two lovely grandsons
- He enjoys relaxing in the sun and taking long walks with his dog, Sammi
- He is a lifelong avid Flyers fan and loves all Philadelphia sports teams
- His ultimate wish would be to see the Flyers win the Stanley Cup
- He would challenge anyone, any day to any sports trivia
Licenses
- Pennsylvania (1979) New Jersey (1991) U.S
- District Court for the District of New Jersey U.S
- District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania United States District Court of Appeals Third Circuit Education: B.A. in Political Science and Education (1976) J.D., Widener University, Delaware Law School (1979) Practice Areas: Sexual Abuse & Assault School Bullying Personal Injury Auto Accident Slip and Fall Birth Injury Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Neglect Wrongful Death Trucking Accidents Product Liability Civil Trial Practice Insurance Defense Self-Insured Defense Premises Liability Security Defense Insurance Coverage Workers’ Compensation Bar Associations and Memberships: National Crime Victim Bar Association American Association For Justice Philadelphia Bar Association Pennsylvania Bar Association American Bar Association New Jersey Bar Association US District Court for the Eastern District of New Jersey US District Court of Appeals Third Circuit US District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania Serves as Judge Pro Tem when called upon for Dispute Resolution Center of Philadelphia Serves on the Board of Directors for Ashley Treatment Center Defense Research Institute
Practice Areas Explained
Jay L. Edelstein, Esq.'s Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay L. Edelstein, Esq. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Jay L. Edelstein, Esq. is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Jay L. Edelstein, Esq. is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jay L. Edelstein, Esq. is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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.
Jay L. Edelstein, Esq. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Jay L. Edelstein, Esq. is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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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