Atty. Sidney J. Smolinsky

Atty. Sidney J. Smolinsky

Sidney J. Smolinsky is a lawyer practicing maritime personal injury law, personal injury, products liability and 1 other area of law.

Jenkintown Jenkintown 70 yrs experience 70 year
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About Sidney J. Smolinsky at a glance

Sidney J. Smolinsky is a medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and maritime attorney based in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. They have 70+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1956. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1956), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1956), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1960), and U.S. Supreme Court (1966). Educated at Temple University (LL.B., 1956) and Temple University (B.S., 1954). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Philadelphia (Member, State Civil Judicial Procedure Committee, 1988— Federal Courts Committee, 1992—) Bar Associations Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Jenkintown, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Sidney J. Smolinsky is a lawyer practicing maritime personal injury law, personal injury, products liability and 1 other area of law
  • Sidney received a B.S. degree from Temple University in 1954, and has been licensed for 70 years
  • Sidney practices in Jenkintown, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Sidney J. Smolinsky's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sidney J. Smolinsky handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Sidney J. Smolinsky is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Sidney J. Smolinsky is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Product Liability

Sidney J. Smolinsky is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Sidney J. Smolinsky is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 Sidney J. Smolinsky

Where is Sidney J. Smolinsky's law office located?
Sidney J. Smolinsky's law practice is located in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sidney J. Smolinsky handle?
Sidney J. Smolinsky focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Sidney J. Smolinsky practiced law?
Sidney J. Smolinsky has 70+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1956.
Where did Sidney J. Smolinsky go to law school?
Sidney J. Smolinsky earned their education at (LL.B., 1956); (B.S., 1954).
How can I contact Sidney J. Smolinsky for a consultation?
You can contact Sidney J. Smolinsky directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Sidney J. Smolinsky received?
Sidney J. Smolinsky's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Temple University
- 1956
B.S.
Temple University
- 1954

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1956
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1956
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1960
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1971

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