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Colleen Rush, Business Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

focused on Business and M&A

Philadelphia, PA

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Colleen Rush is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Business and M&A.

Based in
Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · M&A
  • Handles Business and M&A matters from Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).

About Colleen Rush: Colleen Rush is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Business and M&A.

Areas of practice

Colleen's practice areas in Philadelphia

Colleen concentrates on business and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Colleen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Colleen takes business 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 Colleen agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Colleen takes m&a 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 Colleen agrees to represent you.

Biography

Colleen Rush, business attorney serving Philadelphia

Colleen Rush is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Business and M&A. Colleen works from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and takes on business matters across the region.

Colleen Rush is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Venture Capital Law.

Colleen, who practices law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Colleen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Colleen's approach to business cases

Colleen Rush is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Venture Capital Law. Colleen, who practices law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Colleen is held by other top lawyers in the same…

Clients Colleen works with

Colleen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and m&a matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Colleen studied and practices

  • Villanova University

    J.D. · 2014

Colleen studied at J.D. in Villanova University.

Law school and academic background

Colleen completed J.D. in Villanova University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Colleen runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Colleen's legal honors and published work

Colleen has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law (2026).

Locations

Colleen Rush's office in Philadelphia

Colleen's primary office is at 1650 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1650 Market Street

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103

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Hiring guide

How to hire Colleen Rush — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Colleen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Colleen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Colleen'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; Colleen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Colleen

Colleen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Colleen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Colleen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Colleen Rush

  • How much does it cost to hire Colleen for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Colleen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Colleen offer a free consultation?

    Colleen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Colleen's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Colleen's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

    Simple business 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. Colleen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Colleen take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?

    Colleen 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 — Colleen 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 Colleen?

    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. Colleen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Colleen accepting new business clients right now?

    Colleen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania

Colleen handles business matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.

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