Atty. Robert C. Gerhard III

Atty. Robert C. Gerhard III

Robert C. Gerhard, III is a partner at Gerhard & Gerhard, P.C. in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, focusing exclusively on elder law with a particular emphasis on asset protection and Medicaid planning for seniors requiring long-term care.

Jenkintown Jenkintown 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Robert C. Gerhard III at a glance

Robert C. Gerhard III is a Member based in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, practicing at Gerhard & Gerhard, P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on residential, trusts, probate, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1995), U.S. Tax Court (1995), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1996). Educated at Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law (J.D. Villanova, 1995) and Dickinson College (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Jenkintown, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert C. Gerhard, III is a partner at Gerhard & Gerhard, P.C. in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, focusing exclusively on elder law with a particular emphasis on asset protection and Medicaid planning for seniors requiring long-term care
  • Recognized as an authority on Pennsylvania Medicaid law, Mr. Gerhard is a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) through the National Elder Law Foundation and a fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC)
  • He has held leadership roles in numerous professional organizations, including serving as Chair of the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Elder Law Section and President of the Pennsylvania Association of Elder Law Attorneys
  • Mr. Gerhard is the author of influential elder law publications, such as the annually updated "Pennsylvania Medicaid – Long-Term Care," and he has contributed to legal education for both attorneys and the public
  • He holds a J.D. from the Dickinson School of Law and an LL.M. in Taxation from the Villanova University School of Law
  • Honored with the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s “Excellence in Elder Law Award,” Mr. Gerhard is also a highly rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell and has been consistently recognized by Super Lawyers®

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.

Residential Real Estate

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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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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, P.C.. 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 residential, trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Robert C. Gerhard III practiced law?
Robert C. Gerhard III has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Robert C. Gerhard III go to law school?
Robert C. Gerhard III earned their education at (J.D. Villanova, 1995); (B.A., 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: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Villanova
Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law
- 1995
B.A.
Dickinson College
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1996

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