Atty. Tamara Steerman Gordon
Tamara Steerman Gordon is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, family law, criminal law. Tamara received a B.F.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1975, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 50+ Years Experience
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About Tamara Steerman Gordon at a Glance
Tamara Steerman Gordon is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Tamara Steerman Gordon. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1976). Educated at Temple University School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 1983) and University of Pennsylvania (B.F.A. Anthropology, 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Tamara Steerman Gordon
- Tamara Steerman Gordon is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, family law, criminal law
- Tamara received a B.F.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1975, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Tamara practices at Tamara Steerman Gordon in Philadelphia, PA
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Tamara Steerman Gordon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Tamara Steerman Gordon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Criminal Defense in Philadelphia
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Philadelphia
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Philadelphia
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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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 Tamara Steerman Gordon
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 Tamara Steerman Gordon's practice in the field of criminal defense, family law, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Tamara Steerman Gordon brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, family law, and estate planning, Tamara Steerman Gordon 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 Tamara Steerman Gordon 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 Tamara Steerman Gordon Handles in Philadelphia
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