Atty. Lee Applebaum
Lee Applebaum is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate litigation, commercial litigation/business disputes and 6 other areas of law. Lee received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 38+ Years Experience
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About Lee Applebaum at a Glance
Lee Applebaum is an Attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Fineman Krekstein & Harris, P.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, consumer, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1988), New Jersey (1991), and United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit United States District Courts for the Eastern a (1992). Educated at University of Maryland School of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A. Religious, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of 2014-2016) • American Bar Association • Subcommittee on Business Courts, co-chair (2007-2010) • Subcommittee on Business Courts, vice-chair (2004-2007) • Philadelphia Bar Association • Commerce Case Management Program Opinion Project, coordinator • Board , Memberships •American College of Business Court Judges • American Bar Association, Judges Initiative Committee, Co-Chair. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Lee Applebaum
- Lee Applebaum is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate litigation, commercial litigation/business disputes and 6 other areas of law
- Lee received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Lee practices at Fineman Krekstein & Harris, P.C. in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Lee Applebaum's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lee Applebaum 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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Real Estate Law in Philadelphia
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Civil Litigation in Philadelphia
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Consumer Protection in Philadelphia
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Insurance Law in Philadelphia
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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 Lee Applebaum
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 Lee Applebaum's practice in the field of business, real estate, litigation, consumer, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Lee Applebaum brings 38+ 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 Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit United States District Courts for the Eastern a, Lee Applebaum can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and litigation, Lee Applebaum 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 Lee Applebaum 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 Lee Applebaum Handles in Philadelphia
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Lee Applebaum has experience with under Pennsylvania law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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