Atty. John Joseph Barr

Atty. John Joseph Barr

John Joseph Barr is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, mediator/arbitrator, general practice and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from LaSalle University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Willow Grove Willow Grove 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About John Joseph Barr at a glance

John Joseph Barr is a Founding Partner based in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, practicing at Palmer & Barr, P.C.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, tax, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1981) and United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1981). Educated at Widener University (J.D., 1981) and LaSalle University (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Pennsylvania Bar Association - 1981-Present Philadelphia Bar Association - 1981-1995 Montgomery County Bar Association - 2005-Present. Serands clients in Willow Grove, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Joseph Barr is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, mediator/arbitrator, general practice and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from LaSalle University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • John practices at Palmer & Barr, P.C. in Willow Grove, PA

Practice Areas Explained

John Joseph Barr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Joseph Barr 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.

John Joseph Barr is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John Joseph Barr is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

John Joseph Barr is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

John Joseph Barr is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

John Joseph Barr is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Willow Grove 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 Joseph Barr

Where is John Joseph Barr's law office located?
John Joseph Barr's law practice is located in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania. The firm is Palmer & Barr, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Joseph Barr handle?
John Joseph Barr focuses on estate planning, business, tax, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has John Joseph Barr practiced law?
John Joseph Barr has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did John Joseph Barr go to law school?
John Joseph Barr earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact John Joseph Barr for a consultation?
You can contact John Joseph Barr 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 Joseph Barr received?
John Joseph Barr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Widener University
- 1981
B.S.
LaSalle University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1981
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1981

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