Representation of parties in civil litigation in Philadelphia and surrounding counties and Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Pa. and before the American Arbitration Association; litigation of contract disputes including actions in the Supreme Court of New York, Manhattan and Montgomery County, Md. (admitted pro hac vice); construction arbitration; employment contract arbitration; class action consumer litigation; private mediation of contract disputes. Representation of plaintiffs in legal malpractice and accountant malpractice actions; expert witness in legal malpractice actions. All aspects of real estate practice including agreements of sale, mortgage financing, condominiums; cooperatives; leasing; sale-leasebacks; partnerships; limited liability companies; land development; land planning; easements; secured transactions; title insurance issues; cemetery law; served as Chairman of Abington Township (PA) Planning Commission. General corporate practice, including acquisitions and mergers; employment agreements; corporate documentation.

INJURY LAWYER – LET OUR FAMILY OF ATTORNEYS HELP YOU Serious injury cases are not just business for us – they’re personal. When we take on a new client, we adopt them as part of our family, and we fight for them in every way possible. That has been our motivating force in capturing hundreds of millions of dollars for clients we have represented during the past 40-plus years. It is also the reason we aspire to be the best personal injury firm in the country.

Angelo graduated from St. Joseph’s University, Philadelphia PA, with a Bachelor of Science in Political Science, Latin American Studies and Economics in 1975 and graduated from Georgetown University Law Center in 1978. After graduation, Angelo worked as a Compliance Officer for United National Bank in Washington, DC and Chase Manhattan Bank in New York, and in the Business and Finance and Real Estate Departments at Ballard, Spahr, Andrews & Ingersoll in Philadelphia. In 1989, he began his private practice. His practice is focused primarily on criminal defense and civil rights litigation, and Probate, Estates, personal injury and real estate law and litigation. He has extensive trial experience and has obtained both acquittals in criminal matters and substantial settlements for his clients whose civil rights have been violated. Angelo is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, the U.S. Tax Court, and the Supreme Court of the United States. His professional affiliations include and have included the Philadelphia Bar Association, the Barristers Association of Philadelphia, the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association, and the Pennsylvania Bar Association. He is a Certified Arbitrator with the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, the NASD, the NYSE and the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas, as well as the U.S District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. He also serves as a redress attorney for the Pennsylvania NAACP.

Melissa R. Chandy is a Partner with Pond Lehocky and has focused her practice exclusively on Pennsylvania workers’ compensation law since graduating from Penn State – Dickinson School of Law. Ms. Chandy was born and raised in Canada where she attended the University of Toronto and was accepted into a highly competitive Specialist Program in Commerce and Finance. Following law school, Ms. Chandy served as a law clerk for two Commissioners on the Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board. She then joined a leading regional firm, where she developed her legal writing and trial advocacy skills. When Ms. Chandy joined Pond Lehocky, she continued to devote her time to protecting the rights of injured workers. While working at Pond Lehocky, Ms. Chandy earned the title of Partner. Additionally, she manages the brief writing department in the law firm. In this role, Ms. Chandy uses her knowledge to train and teach new associates the nuances of the brief writing processes, to ensure that from start to finish, Pond Lehocky cases are passionately and articulately argued. Ms. Chandy also plays an active role in Pond Lehocky’s Summer Associate and Clerkship Program.

To Thomas Petrelli, a successful divorce resolution comes from having complete background knowledge, the right strategy, and a strong attorney-client relationship. “As every case is unique, my approach is fully custom,” Tom noted. “My job as a divorce lawyer is to understand each client’s needs and goals early on. Then, I take a strategic approach to get them to the finish line with as little stress as possible.” His exceptional lawyering and engaging client approach set the standard for representation in the field of family law. As a founding and managing partner of Petrelli Previtera, Tom leads the firm in resolving divorce cases. While he represents individuals and families in all types of financial situations, he has built a particularly strong reputation handling high asset divorces and those involving businesses as marital property. In this regard, he focuses on the protection, valuation, and distribution of significant assets or business interests. Tom’s vast experience extends to other matters including international family law, child and spousal support, child custody, adoption, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and more. Positioning his clients for success, Tom aptly leverages the law while helping them cope with and solve the obstacles they face. Since passing the Bar, Tom’s impressive career has earned him the recognition of his peers and authoritative legal organizations. He has been named in Pennsylvania Super Lawyers every year since 2009. Martindale-Hubbell awarded Tom with the Client Champion Gold Award in 2019 and in previous years. He is among Suburban Life Magazine’s 2010 Awesome Attorneys in the category of Divorce and Family Law, and Arrival Magazine’s Top 50 Family Lawyers in the Northeast. These and other accolades exemplify Tom’s dedication to his clients and the practice of family law. The groundwork for Tom’s laser-sharp legal mind started with his outstanding education. In addition to his Juris Doctor from Vermont Law School, he holds an LL.M. in Trial Advocacy from Temple University’s James E. Beasley School of Law. The performance-based curriculum integrates theory, persuasion, speech, and effective use of courtroom technology. His LL.M. degree is yet another layer of experience that allows Tom to successfully represent clients in contested divorce and custody cases that go to trial. Tom and his firm work together to ensure success for each client. In this regard, prevailing in a case might mean consulting with the rest of the legal team. For Tom’s clients, that extra step translates to getting the practicing power of nearly a dozen attorneys. He also shares his knowledge and experience with his associates, ensuring the firm works toward the best possible outcome in every case they handle. “My clients have one shot at a successful divorce,” Tom said. “Whatever legal issues they face, we’ll face it together.”

Chris Johnson is a native of Philadelphia and graduated from the William Penn Charter School. He received an academic scholarship to the University of Delaware where he majored in Economics and also competed on the Division I Indoor & Outdoor Track & Field teams. He graduated from Widener University School of Law in December 2009 and immediately went into private practice with the firm of Shanese I. Johnson & Associates, P.C. Chris currently practices in the firm's Family Law, Real Estate, and Criminal Law practice areas. Even though Chris is fairly new to the practice of law, Chris has already represented hundreds of clients in local Family Law matters in Philadelphia, Montgomery, Delaware, Chester, and Berks counties. Chris prides himself on his commitment to serving his clients with excellence by providing experienced, detail oriented, high quality and affordable representation. Chris also has worked at several other diverse legal agencies including the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas Domestic Relations Division, the State of Delaware Attorney General's Office Criminal Division, and also a major civil litigation firm in Lancaster County, PA. Chris is currently a very active volunteer as he gives his time to represent clients in both civil and criminal matters for Philadelphia VIP, the Consumer Bankruptcy Assistance Project, and South Jersey Legal Services. Chris also serves national and local political campaigns as a voter protection attorney. His other activities include the Philadelphia Bar Association (Family Law Section, Criminal Justice Section), Pennsylvania Bar Association (Young Lawyers Division), Camden County Bar Association, Support Center for Child Advocates, Barristers’ Association of Philadelphia.

Pennsylvania Personal Injury Attorney Attorney Gagliano has represented plaintiffs in all areas of catastrophic injury, personal injury and wrongful death Attorney Anthony C. Gagliano, III is committed and determined to serving justice and treating his clients with the evenhanded respect that they deserve. Known for his professionalism and aggressive pursuit of legality, he strives to serve the interests of injured people while taking on those accused of causing his clients’ pain. Look to him for validity of your claim, utilizing truth and precision. Attorney Gagliano represents plaintiffs in all areas of personal injury and wrongful death. Attorneys at Mr. Gagliano’s firm offer many years of combined experience in litigating personal injury claims in the Delaware Valley and throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. In this time, Mr. Gagliano developed a strong record of success, both inside the courtroom and at the negotiating table. Choosing a lawyer to represent your claim or choosing an attorney referral for a client requires serious consideration and the knowledge that you will receive the highest quality of service. With a qualified team of personal injury lawyers, and the resources to front costs in large, complicated cases, Mr. Gagliano will properly evaluate and handle each case. Our greatest satisfaction comes from being able to use our knowledge and skills to help people when they need help the most. Read a recent newspaper article about one of Mr. Gagliano’s cases. Mr. Gagliano has handled almost every type of serious or catastrophic personal injury case including those involving: Automobile Accidents Wrongful Death Truck Accidents Motorcycle Accidents Catastrophic Injuries Dog Bites Premises Liability/ Slip and Fall Accidents Work Accidents (Workers’ Compensation) Pedestrian Accidents Train Accidents DUI Drunk Driving Accidents In addition to providing skilled and experienced legal representation, we offer exceptionally strong client service. We will be readily accessible throughout your case, to answer any questions or address any concerns. We understand that this can be a stressful and overwhelming time — we work to reduce the difficulties of pursuing legal action. Mr. Gagliano approaches every case as though it were going to trial. Meanwhile, in many cases, we are able to resolve the matters by negotiating acceptable, even generous, settlement agreements, always looking out for the best interests of our client. If you or a love one has suffered an injury or wrongful death due to the negligence of others, Mr. Gagliano is prepared to evaluate your claim and help you get fair compensation for your loss. Contact us for a free consultation today if you or a loved one has been injured.

Whether you have been charged with a traffic violation or you’re being investigated for a violent crime, you need defense that is reliable, committed, and experienced. Fienman Defense works diligently to defend your rights and interests in the Philadelphia area. We know your future and livelihood depend on reducing the penalties you face. In some instances, we can achieve a dismissal.

Have you suffered a severe injury due to an auto accident, faulty product, or at the hands of a negligent physician? Philadelphia Injury Lawyers P.C. is proud to be the leading choice for personal injury clients in the Philadelphia, PA area. We fight hard to get our clients the maximum compensation for their injuries. Being hurt in an accident can be confusing, frightening, and overwhelming. Our team of Philadelphia personal injury lawyers understands both the emotional and legal complexities that injury claims can bring, and we are with you every step of the way, from your initial consultation to the resolution of your case. We are always ready to discuss your case and will work to get you the compensation you deserve.

Venus Foster proudly serves Philadelphia, PA and the neighboring communities in the areas of Divorce & Family, Criminal and Personal Injury law.