The Law Firm of Silver & Silver is proud to announce that Joseph Schwartz, Esq. has achieved the Lead Counsel Rating in Labor and Employment for 2013. The Lead Counsel Rating Program was developed to provide a reliable tool for consumers to evaluate an attorney’s ability and credibility. In order to earn the Lead Counsel Rating, an attorney must not only demonstrate significant legal experience, but must also receive multiple peer recommendations.

As a Lead Counsel Rated attorney, Mr. Schwartz joins an elite group of lawyers. Lead Counsel Rated lawyers have shown profound legal experience and a solid reputation. Many Lead Counsel Rated attorneys hold official positions in renowned legal organizations, occupy positions on established professional boards, received recognition’s by their Bar Associations, won awards, authored articles and books, and participate significantly in their communities. Read more about the Lead Counsel Rating Program here.

Joseph Schwartz has been a member of the Pennsylvania Bar since 2001. He practices in the fields of Personal Injury, Employment, Social Security, and Workers’ Compensation. He has served as an arbitrator for the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas, written for Philadelphia Lawyer Magazine, and has taught classes for the Philadelphia Bar Association’s People’s Law School and has been listed in Top PA Verdicts.  He is admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania state courts, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and throughout the country in Social Security casesRead more about Mr. Schwartz here.

As an associate at Silver & Silver, Mr. Schwartz is an integral member of our legal team that has protected the rights of individuals in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for over 30 years. Our law offices are conveniently located in Ardmore, Pennsylvania, and serve clients throughout the Philadelphia region. Call today at 1-800-94SILVER to schedule an appointment with Mr. Schwartz or contact us online.

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