J. Phillips Saylor, Family Law Attorney in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Over 59 years of legal practice · focused on Family Law, Insurance, and Litigation
Johnstown, PA
Practicing family law in Johnstown since 1967.
- 59+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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J. Phillips Saylor is an attorney based in Johnstown, PA. The practice focuses on Family Law, Insurance, and Litigation. J. has over 59 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Johnstown, PA
- Experience
- over 59 years
- Known for
- Family Law · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Family Law, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Johnstown, PA.
- Over 59 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About J. Phillips Saylor: J. Phillips Saylor is an attorney based in Johnstown, PA. The practice focuses on Family Law, Insurance, and Litigation. J. has over 59 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
J.'s practice areas in Johnstown
J. concentrates on family law, insurance, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case J. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Family Law cases in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
J. takes family law matters in Johnstown, 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 J. agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
J. takes insurance matters in Johnstown, 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 J. agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
J. takes litigation matters in Johnstown, 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 J. agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
J. takes personal injury matters in Johnstown, 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 J. agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
J. takes product liability matters in Johnstown, 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 J. agrees to represent you.
Biography
J. Phillips Saylor, family law attorney serving Johnstown
J. Phillips Saylor is an attorney based in Johnstown, PA. The practice focuses on Family Law, Insurance, and Litigation. J. has over 59 years of legal experience. J. works from Johnstown, Pennsylvania and takes on family law matters across the region.
J. Phillips Saylor is a lawyer practicing personal injury, domestic relations, product liability and 2 other areas of law. J. received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years. J. practices in Johnstown, PA.
How J. handles family law matters
J. Phillips Saylor is a lawyer practicing personal injury, domestic relations, product liability and 2 other areas of law. J. received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years. J. practices in Johnstown, PA.
Who J. represents
J. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law, insurance, and litigation matters in Johnstown and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where J. studied and practices
University of Michigan
J.D. · 1966
Brown University
A.B. · 1963
Jurisdictions
J.'s state bar admissions
Pennsylvania U.S. Su
1967 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1967 · ACTIVE
J. studied at J.D. in University of Michigan and A.B. in Brown University.
Law school and academic background
J. completed J.D. in University of Michigan and A.B. in Brown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice J. runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
J. Phillips Saylor's office in Johnstown
J.'s primary office is at 411 Orchard St, Johnstown, PA, 15905-2536. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire J. Phillips Saylor — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with J. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
J. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain J.'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; J. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law 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 J.
J. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law 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. J. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
J.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about J. Phillips Saylor
How much does it cost to hire J. for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. J. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does J. offer a free consultation?
J. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain J.'s office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check J.'s current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple family law 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. J. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can J. take my case if I'm outside Johnstown?
J. 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 — J. 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 J.?
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. J. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is J. accepting new family law clients right now?
J.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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