Atty. Robert Simon Balter
Robert Simon Balter is a lawyer practicing tax law, estate planning, probate and 9 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Jenkintown, PA · 54+ Years Experience
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About Robert Simon Balter at a Glance
Robert Simon Balter is a Member based in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, practicing at Robert S. Balter, P.C.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1972), Colorado (1973), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1975), and U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at Temple University (LL.M. Taxation, 1985) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A. Political, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Philadelphia. Serves clients in Jenkintown, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Simon Balter
- Robert Simon Balter is a lawyer practicing tax law, estate planning, probate and 9 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Robert practices at Robert S. Balter, P.C. in Jenkintown, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Simon Balter's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Simon Balter handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Jenkintown.
Wills in Jenkintown
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Trusts in Jenkintown
Robert Simon Balter is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Probate in Jenkintown
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Estate Planning & Probate in Jenkintown
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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Business & Corporate Law in Jenkintown
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Jenkintown
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 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.
Jenkintown Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Jenkintown-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 Jenkintown Choose Robert Simon Balter
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 Robert Simon Balter's practice in the field of wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Simon Balter brings 54+ 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, Colorado, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, Robert Simon Balter can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and probate, Robert Simon Balter can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Jenkintown
A Jenkintown-based practice means Robert Simon Balter attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert Simon Balter Handles in Jenkintown
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