CONSUMER LAW

REAL ESTATE

If you need the assistance of a quality Pennsylvania or New Jersey real estate attorney, Warren & Vullings, LLP can help. We advise individuals and businesses in the process of selling or purchasing real estate.  This includes reviewing and preparing purchase agreements, title searches, and all other necessary tasks to reduce the potential risks inherent in real estate transactions. 

Residential
Whether you are purchasing your first home, upgrading to a larger home, or selling your “empty nest”, buying and/or selling a home should be an exciting and rewarding experience. For those seeking residential real estate advice, Warren & Vullings, LLP can help you take the mystery out of buying or selling real estate in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, and make certain that you have enough information to make informed decisions about your purchase.

We assist individuals in all aspects of the purchase and sale of real estate. We provide assistance in for sale by owner (FSBO) situations when individuals prefer an experienced real estate attorney. We assist in price negotiations, home inspection arrangements, purchase agreements, escrow accounts, and title searches. We attend closings with our clients to ensure that all legal details of a transaction are properly addressed.

We also advocate for individuals and organizations in disputes involving easements, subdivision regulations, boundary disputes, adverse possession, overhanging trees, zoning ordinances, and spite fence law issues.

Commercial
Whether you are purchasing or leasing, we will negotiate fair and favorable terms and get you into your new space.  We also work with our commercial clients on development, land use, and zoning issues.  We want to make sure you get the most out of your purchase or sale.

The attorneys at Warren & Vullings, LLP are well versed with the laws and regulations governing real estate transactions in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and their advice can help ease concerns associated with real estate transactions in either state.  

General Matters
The attorneys at Warren & Vullings, LLP handle most general real estate matters including landlord and tenant issues, negotiations, leases, zoning issues, property boundary disputes, construction agreements, as well as Like-Kind 1031 exchanges. Our list of services on this website is comprehensive but it is not all inclusive, so call or email for any of your concerns if you do not see a particular service listed.

ESTATE PLANNING, WILLS AND ESTATE ADMINISTRATION

As estate administrators, our attorneys serve as counsel to the personal representative or family of the deceased in settling the estate; preparation of federal and state inheritance tax returns and fiduciary tax returns, preparation of probate forms and representation in Orphans' Court.

CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Being charged with a crime is stressful, and having an experienced lawyer to provide legal representation in the initial stages of a criminal case is critical. Our attorneys provide complete representation, and we are not afraid of going to trial when necessary.

We take every criminal charge seriously, from drunk driving to homicide. Regardless of the crime you are charged with, we will work tirelessly to defend you. Types of cases we handle include:

• Drug Offenses - If you have been arrested or are under investigation for any drug offense, you should contact us immediately to preserve your rights. We handle all types of drug offenses, including possession, distribution, trafficking, cultivation, manufacturing, and importation.
• Violent Crimes - Violent crimes include those such as domestic violence, murder, assault, and battery. The key to a successful violent crime defense is mastery of the complexities of the legal definitions of intent. We possess that expertise, and can help you set forth the best defense possible to maximize your chances of acquittal.
• Traffic Offenses / Driving While Intoxicated - We have extensive experience representing people arrested or charged with all types of driving offenses such as speeding and drunk driving (DUI / DWI) and can provide you with the experienced representation you need.
• Burglary / Theft - Burglary and theft are serious charges. We have a high degree of experience in representing people accused of burglary or theft, and we know the proper defenses to make on your behalf.
• Felonies - We provide effective counsel to clients charged with any type of felony, such as arson, armed violence, car jacking, escape, kidnapping, and terrorist threats.
• Misdemeanors - A misdemeanor is a crime normally punishable by less than a year in a jail. We are experienced in the defense of all types of misdemeanors, including criminal property destruction charges, disorderly conduct, obstruction of justice, perjury, probation violations, resisting arrest, trespassing, and weapons charges.

FAMILY LAW

Families facing divorce and related family law issues are families in crisis. At Warren & Vullings, LLP we take a passionate approach to divorce matters, seeking fair solutions to painful family problems. We focus on the best interests of children, and do what we can to reduce the high emotional and financial stress that divorce can cause.

From our offices in Northeast Philadelphia, we represent clients throughout the area, including Montgomery, Delaware, Bucks and Philadelphia Counties.

We have experience in many aspects of family law, and handle the below types of cases:

• Divorce
• Name changes for adults or children
• Adoption
• Pre-marital and post-marital agreements
• Child support and spousal support enforcement and modification
• Custody and visitation enforcement and modification
• Property Distribution
• Paternity
• Termination of parental rights 
• Post-decree enforcement and clarification
• Out-of-state child support and spousal support enforcement and modification

We often seek to settle divorce cases out of court because that is generally best for all involved parties, including children. Our law firm will thoroughly assess each case with sensitivity for each person’s unique situation. When it’s in your best interests to go to court, we provide strong and effective advocacy for you.

We work on a retainer-based fee arrangement based upon our assessment of the likely cost of your case, and adjust it up or down depending on what the case actually costs. In some instances, our clients receive a partial refund of their retainer.

For caring, knowledgeable, and experienced legal counsel in your family law matter, we invite you to contact us today.

BANKRUPTCY LAW

Despite changes in the law, we can still file a Bankruptcy for you!

Despite what the credit card industry wants you to think, bankruptcy is still available even though the new bankruptcy law is in effect.  The new bankruptcy law means there are many new rules to follow, but if bankruptcy is right for you we are here to help. 

Bankruptcy is not a loophole or technicality that you can use to cheat your creditors.  It is a large body of laws that Congress has passed to allow honest people who have gotten in over their heads in debt to have a fresh start.  While bankruptcy is not something anyone hopes for, neither is it something to be ashamed about.  Let us help guide you through this time and get you on your way to your new financial life.

GET A FRESH START

• Are you experiencing harassing phone calls?
• Are you behind in your payments?
• Are your accounts in collection?
• Is your car creditor threatening repossession?
• Is your house in foreclosure?
• Do you have IRS problems?

DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU HEAR FROM YOUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES

Contrary to popular belief, most people do not lose their house or car in bankruptcy. If you are feeling overwhelmed by your debt, call an attorney today for accurate information on whether bankruptcy is right for you.