Atty. Josele Cleary

Atty. Josele Cleary

Josele Cleary is a lawyer practicing municipal law, land use, land use & zoning. Josele received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Lancaster Lancaster 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Josele Cleary at a glance

Josele Cleary is a Shareholder based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, practicing at Morgan, Hallgren, Crosswell & Kane, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on zoning and government. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circ (1984). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1984) and Pennsylvania State University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lancaster County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations. Serands clients in Lancaster, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Josele Cleary is a lawyer practicing municipal law, land use, land use & zoning
  • Josele received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Josele practices at Morgan, Hallgren, Crosswell & Kane, P.C. in Lancaster, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Josele Cleary's Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

Josele Cleary is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Josele Cleary

Where is Josele Cleary's law office located?
Josele Cleary's law practice is located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The firm is Morgan, Hallgren, Crosswell & Kane, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Josele Cleary handle?
Josele Cleary focuses on zoning, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Josele Cleary practiced law?
Josele Cleary has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Josele Cleary go to law school?
Josele Cleary earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Josele Cleary for a consultation?
You can contact Josele Cleary 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 Josele Cleary received?
Josele Cleary's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1984
B.A.
Pennsylvania State University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circ
Admitted: 1984

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