Joel S. Luber, Business Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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

• Business

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• Estate Planning

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• M&A

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• Probate

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• Real Estate

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• Tax

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• Trusts

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• Wills

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Joel's primary office is at 1700 Market Street, Suite 3100, Philadelphia, PA, 19103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Joel 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.

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

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

• Does Joel offer a free consultation?

  Joel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joel's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Joel'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. Joel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

  Joel 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 — Joel 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 Joel?

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

• Is Joel accepting new business clients right now?

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