Atty. John C. Fenningham

Atty. John C. Fenningham

Phi Alpha Theta. Law Clerk to Honorable Joseph L.

Trevose Trevose 50 yrs experience 50 year
Call (267) 814-6265 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John C. Fenningham at a glance

John C. Fenningham is a Member based in Trevose, Pennsylvania, practicing at Fenningham, Dempster & Coval LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, zoning, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1976), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1976), U.S. Supreme Court (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1981). Educated at Rutgers University (J.D., 1975) and LaSalle College (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bucks County (Treasurer, 1979-1980 Secretary, 1991-1993 Director, 1980-1982 1994-1996), Pennsylvania and American (Member, Corporation, Banking and Business Law Sections) Bar Associations Bucks County Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Trevose, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phi Alpha Theta
  • Law Clerk to Honorable Joseph L. McGlynn, Jr., U.S
  • District for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA., 1975-1977
  • Law Officer, United States Power Squadron, Pennsway, 1980-1999
  • Chairman and Member, Zoning Hearing Board, Northampton Township, Bucks County, 1993—
  • Solicitor, Building Code Board of Appeals (2000—), and Chairman, Community Center Advisory Committee, Northampton Township, Bucks County, 2001-2002
  • Special Litigation Counsel, County of Bucks, 2003—
  • Special Counsel, Lancaster County Convention Center Authority, 2005—

Practice Areas Explained

John C. Fenningham's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John C. Fenningham is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Land Use & Zoning

John C. Fenningham is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Product Liability

John C. Fenningham is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Trevose 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 John C. Fenningham

Where is John C. Fenningham's law office located?
John C. Fenningham's law practice is located in Trevose, Pennsylvania. The firm is Fenningham, Dempster & Coval LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C. Fenningham handle?
John C. Fenningham focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, zoning, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has John C. Fenningham practiced law?
John C. Fenningham has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John C. Fenningham go to law school?
John C. Fenningham earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact John C. Fenningham for a consultation?
You can contact John C. Fenningham 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.
What awards or recognition has John C. Fenningham received?
John C. Fenningham's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Rutgers University
- 1975
B.A.
LaSalle College
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Claims Court
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1986
New Jersey
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1990

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