Atty. John Walter Espenshade

Atty. John Walter Espenshade

John Walter Espenshade is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, banking, bankruptcy & debt and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Elizabethtown College in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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About John Walter Espenshade at a glance

John Walter Espenshade is a Partner based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, practicing at Stevens & Lee P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, tax, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1976). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1976) and Elizabethtown College (B.A. The, 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations Pennsylvania Bond Lawyer Association. Serands clients in Lancaster, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Walter Espenshade is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, banking, bankruptcy & debt and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Elizabethtown College in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices at Stevens & Lee P.C. in Lancaster, PA

Practice Areas Explained

John Walter Espenshade's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Tax Law

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Insurance Law

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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 Lancaster 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 Walter Espenshade

Where is John Walter Espenshade's law office located?
John Walter Espenshade's law practice is located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The firm is Stevens & Lee P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Walter Espenshade handle?
John Walter Espenshade focuses on business, bankruptcy, tax, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has John Walter Espenshade practiced law?
John Walter Espenshade has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John Walter Espenshade go to law school?
John Walter Espenshade earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A. The, 1971).
How can I contact John Walter Espenshade for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Walter Espenshade received?
John Walter Espenshade's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame Law School
- 1976
B.A. The
Elizabethtown College
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1976

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