Alan Nochumson, Real Estate Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
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Alan Nochumson is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Currently practicing at Nochumson PC.
- Based in
- Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Real Estate
- Handles Real Estate matters from Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
About Alan Nochumson: Alan Nochumson is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Currently practicing at Nochumson PC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Alan takes on
Alan concentrates on real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Real Estate cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Alan takes real estate matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Alan Nochumson — real estate lawyer in Philadelphia
Alan Nochumson is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Currently practicing at Nochumson PC.
Alan Nochumson is the founding and managing attorney of the boutique law firm Nochumson P.C. He prides himself on providing his clients with practical and creative solutions to even the most complex of issues. As an attorney, author, and lecturer, he practices, makes, and teaches the law.
In conjunction with his substantial land use and zoning practice, Alan assists his clients on every stage of the real estate acquisition and sales process–from purchasing to potentially developing a property to selling it. Together with his team, since 2018, Alan has handled more than 6% of all zoning variance appeals filed in Philadelphia, more than any other law firm in the city.
Alan is active in both the Philadelphia legal and real estate communities. Since 2004, he has been writing a real estate column for The Legal Intelligencer. He also teaches a “Real Estate Practice” course at Temple University’s Fox School of Business and was recently named a finalist for the Power Players category of The Legal Intelligencer’s 2024 Pennsylvania Legal Awards.
Alan received his J.D. at the George Washington University School of Law in 1999, and his B.A., with high honors, at the State University of New York at Albany in 1996.
Working with Alan on a real estate matter
Alan Nochumson is the founding and managing attorney of the boutique law firm Nochumson P.C. He prides himself on providing his clients with practical and creative solutions to even the most complex of issues. As an attorney, author, and lecturer, he practices, makes, and teaches the law. In conjunction with his substantial land use and zoning practice, Alan assists his clients on every stage of…
Who Alan represents
Alan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The George Washington University
J.D. · 1999
Alan studied at J.D. in The George Washington University.
Law school and academic background
Alan completed J.D. in The George Washington University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alan runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Alan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Alan Nochumson in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Alan's primary office is at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19107. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Alan Nochumson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new real estate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Alan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a real estate attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many real estate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Alan
Alan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in real estate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every real estate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Alan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many real estate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alan Nochumson
How much does it cost to hire Alan for a real estate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alan offer a free consultation?
Alan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office. Some real estate attorneys offer free consults — check Alan's current terms during booking.
How long do real estate cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple real estate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alan take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?
Alan is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Alan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alan accepting new real estate clients right now?
Alan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Real Estate attorneys serving Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
Alan handles real estate matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified real estate attorneys in that community.
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