Atty. Robert C. Gerhard III

Atty. Robert C. Gerhard III

Robert C. Gerhard, III is an elder law specialist with the Montgomery County estate planning and elder law offices of Gerhard & Gerhard, P.C. located in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania.

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About Robert C. Gerhard III at a glance

Robert C. Gerhard III is a elder law attorney based in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, practicing at Gerhard & Gerhard PC. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association. Educated at Villanova University (LL.M, 1998) and Penn State Dickinson School of Law (J.D., 1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Top 100: Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, 2020-2024. (2026). Serands clients in Jenkintown, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Robert C. Gerhard, III is an elder law specialist with the Montgomery County estate planning and elder law offices of Gerhard & Gerhard, P.C. located in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania
  • Attorney Gerhard specializes in elder law matters, helping his clients to protect assets from long-term care costs by qualifying them for Medicaid long-term care benefits
  • Mr. Gerhard is author of the law treatise Pennsylvania Medicaid Long-Term Care 2024 (currently in its 20th Edition) and the Pennsylvania Medicaid Long-term Care Lawsource, both published by the George T. Bisel Company
  • He is a co-author of Pennsylvania Elder Law, Fifth Edition, published by the Outside of the office Bob enjoys playing pickleball, gardening, and time spent at the beach

Practice Areas Explained

Robert C. Gerhard III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert C. Gerhard III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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 Jenkintown 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 Robert C. Gerhard III

Where is Robert C. Gerhard III's law office located?
Robert C. Gerhard III's law practice is located in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. The firm is Gerhard & Gerhard PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert C. Gerhard III handle?
Robert C. Gerhard III focuses on elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
Where did Robert C. Gerhard III go to law school?
Robert C. Gerhard III earned their education at (LL.M, 1998); (J.D., 1995); (BA, 1992).
How can I contact Robert C. Gerhard III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert C. Gerhard III received?
Robert C. Gerhard III's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Top 100: Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, 2020-2024.; Best Lawyers in America — Top 100: Philadelphia Super Lawyers, 2020-2024.; Best Lawyers in America — Pennsylvania SuperLawyers, Elder Law, 2005-2024.

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Education

LL.M
Villanova University
- 1998
J.D.
Penn State Dickinson School of Law
- 1995
BA
Dickinson College
- 1992

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100: Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, 2020-2024.
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100: Philadelphia Super Lawyers, 2020-2024.
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Pennsylvania SuperLawyers, Elder Law, 2005-2024
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale Hubbell, 2003 - 2024
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Pennsylvania Chapter Member of the Year, 2019 and 2024.
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Pennsylvania Bar Association's ELS Excellence in Elder Law Award, 2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Philadelphia Inquirer's Neightbor's Choice Award, Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Legal Intelligencer, Lawyer on the Fast Track
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Leaders, Elder Law, 2013
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association

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