Atty. Katherine Bender Commons

Atty. Katherine Bender Commons

Katherine Bender Commons is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, trusts and estates taxation, estate administration and 3 other areas of law. Katherine received a B.A. degree from Middlebury College in 2001, and has been licensed for 12 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 12 yrs experience 12 year
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Profile Summary

About Katherine Bender Commons at a glance

Katherine Bender Commons is an Attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2014) and New Jersey (2014). Educated at Temple University, Beasley School of Law (J.D., 2014) and Middlebury College (B.A., 2001). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Katherine Bender Commons is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, trusts and estates taxation, estate administration and 3 other areas of law
  • Katherine received a B.A. degree from Middlebury College in 2001, and has been licensed for 12 years
  • Katherine practices in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Katherine Bender Commons's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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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Tax Law

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

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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 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 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 Katherine Bender Commons

Where is Katherine Bender Commons's law office located?
Katherine Bender Commons's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Katherine Bender Commons handle?
Katherine Bender Commons focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Katherine Bender Commons practiced law?
Katherine Bender Commons has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Katherine Bender Commons go to law school?
Katherine Bender Commons earned their education at (J.D., 2014); (B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Katherine Bender Commons for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Temple University, Beasley School of Law
- 2014
B.A.
Middlebury College
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2014
New Jersey
Admitted: 2014

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