Atty. John E. Kaskey, Esq.
John Kaskey is a founder of the firm and its senior transactional lawyer. John’s unique skill set of corporate and business law, tax law and bankruptcy law renders him an expert at resolving intricate business issues.
Bankruptcy Chapter 11 & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 43+ Years Experience
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About John E. Kaskey, Esq. at a Glance
John E. Kaskey, Esq. is a Managing Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Braverman Kaskey P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, tax, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in California (1983), Pennsylvania (1983), New Jersey (1983), and U.S. Tax Court (1984). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1981) and Bucknell University (B.S.B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and American (Member, Section of Taxation) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John E. Kaskey, Esq.
- John Kaskey is a founder of the firm and its senior transactional lawyer
- John’s unique skill set of corporate and business law, tax law and bankruptcy law renders him an expert at resolving intricate business issues
- His skillful approach to structuring/resolving his clients’ financial issues produces virtually unassailable results for them
- John served as a law clerk to Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Anthony M. Kennedy (later Supreme Court Justice Kennedy)
- He is listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers™ (exclusive to those who have achieved the Highest Possible Peer Review Rating in both the Legal Ability and Ethical Standards) and is a perennially named Super Lawyer®, among other honors
- He has handled some of the most significant equity and asset sales, business bankruptcy reorganizations, loan workouts and a wide array of tax matters
- John earned a B.S.from Bucknell University in 1978
- He graduated from the UOP School of Law, magna cum laude, in 1981, where he was a Member, Order of the Coif and the Traynor Society
- He received his LL.M. in Taxation from NYU School of Law in 1982
- He has been an Adjunct Professor of Law at Temple University where he taught tax law
- John has been admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, California and New York
Practice Areas Explained
John E. Kaskey, Esq.'s Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John E. Kaskey, Esq. handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Business & Corporate Law in Philadelphia
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Philadelphia
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Tax Law in Philadelphia
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
John E. Kaskey, Esq. is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Philadelphia
John E. Kaskey, Esq. is one of 5,795 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 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 John E. Kaskey, Esq.
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 John E. Kaskey, Esq.'s practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, tax, and chapter 11.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John E. Kaskey, Esq. brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, John E. Kaskey, Esq. can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and tax, John E. Kaskey, Esq. 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 John E. Kaskey, Esq. attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John E. Kaskey, Esq. Handles in Philadelphia
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