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Janet Golup, Employment Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing employment in Philadelphia since 1978.

48+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
3
Bar admissions

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Janet Golup is a member based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice. Janet has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goldfein and Joseph A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Philadelphia, PA
Experience
over 48 years
Known for
Employment · Insurance · Medical Malpractice
  • Handles Employment, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice matters from Philadelphia, PA.
  • Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Janet Golup: Janet Golup is a member based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice. Janet has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goldfein and Joseph A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Janet Golup

Janet concentrates on employment, insurance, medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Janet handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Janet takes employment 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 Janet agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Janet takes insurance 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 Janet agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Janet takes medical malpractice 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 Janet agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Janet takes personal injury 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 Janet agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Janet takes product liability 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 Janet agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Janet Golup — Over 48 years of Pennsylvania employment experience

Janet Golup is a member based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice. Janet has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goldfein and Joseph A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Ms. Janet Golup is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, toxic torts, products liability and 2 other areas of law. Janet received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College, and has been licensed for 48 years. Janet practices at Goldfein and Joseph A Professional Corporation in Philadelphia, PA.

Janet's approach to employment cases

Ms. Janet Golup is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, toxic torts, products liability and 2 other areas of law. Janet received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College, and has been licensed for 48 years. Janet practices at Goldfein and Joseph A Professional Corporation in Philadelphia, PA.

Clients Janet works with

Janet reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, insurance, and medical malpractice matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Janet Golup's legal education and bar admissions

  • Boston University

    J.D. · 1978

  • Brooklyn College B.A. summa cum laude Brooklyn College B.A. Phi Beta Kappa

Jurisdictions

Janet's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania

    1987 · ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    1980 · ACTIVE

  • Massachusetts

    1978 · ACTIVE

Janet studied at J.D. in Boston University and — in Brooklyn College B.A. summa cum laude Brooklyn College B.A. Phi Beta Kappa.

Law school and academic background

Janet completed J.D. in Boston University and — in Brooklyn College B.A. summa cum laude Brooklyn College B.A. Phi Beta Kappa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Janet runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Janet Golup

Janet has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Janet's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations

    membership

Locations

Janet Golup's office in Philadelphia

Janet's primary office is at 1880 JFK Boulevard, 20th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Goldfein and Joseph A Professional Corporation

1880 JFK Boulevard, 20th Floor

Philadelphia, PA 19103

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Janet Golup — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Janet. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Philadelphia.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Janet Golup — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Janet

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Janet confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Janet Golup

  • How much does it cost to hire Janet for a employment case?

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

  • Does Janet offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do employment cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

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

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

    Janet 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 — Janet 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 Janet?

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

  • Is Janet accepting new employment clients right now?

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

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania

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

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