John Yanoshak, Estate Planning Attorney in Media, Pennsylvania
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and General
Of CounselatKassab Archbold & O'Brien, L.L.C.
Media, PA
Practicing estate planning in Media since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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John Yanoshak is an of counsel based in Media, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and General. John has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kassab Archbold & O'Brien, L.L.C..
- Based in
- Media, PA
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Estate Tax · General
- Handles Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and General matters from Media, PA.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About John Yanoshak: John Yanoshak is an of counsel based in Media, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and General. John has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kassab Archbold & O'Brien, L.L.C..
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by John Yanoshak
John concentrates on estate planning, estate tax, general, poa, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Estate Tax
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General
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POA
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Probate
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Tax
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Trusts
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Wills
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Elder Law
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Estate Planning cases in Media, Pennsylvania
John takes estate planning matters in Media, 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 John agrees to represent you.
Estate Tax cases in Media, Pennsylvania
John takes estate tax matters in Media, 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 John agrees to represent you.
General cases in Media, Pennsylvania
John takes general matters in Media, 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 John agrees to represent you.
POA cases in Media, Pennsylvania
John takes poa matters in Media, 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 John agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Media, Pennsylvania
John takes probate matters in Media, 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
About John Yanoshak — Over 50 years of Pennsylvania estate planning experience
John Yanoshak is an of counsel based in Media, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and General. John has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kassab Archbold & O'Brien, L.L.C..
John Yanoshak is a lawyer practicing income taxation, estate planning and administration, trusts and estates and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Drexel University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years. John practices at Kassab Archbold & O'Brien, L.L.C. in Media, PA.
How John handles estate planning matters
John Yanoshak is a lawyer practicing income taxation, estate planning and administration, trusts and estates and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Drexel University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years. John practices at Kassab Archbold & O'Brien, L.L.C. in Media, PA.
Who John represents
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, estate tax, and general matters in Media and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
John Yanoshak's legal education and bar admissions
Villanova University School of Law
J.D. · 1975
Drexel University
B.S. · 1972
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
1982 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1976 · ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in Villanova University School of Law and B.S. in Drexel University.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in Villanova University School of Law and B.S. in Drexel University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
John's professional memberships and bar associations
Delaware County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations Delaware County Estate Planning Council
Vice President, 1996) Delaware County Attorney-CPA Forum (President, 1996 · membership
Locations
John Yanoshak's office in Media
John's primary office is at 17 E Front St., Media, PA, 19063-2911. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire John Yanoshak — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Media, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John Yanoshak
How much does it cost to hire John for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple estate planning 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Media?
John 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 — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new estate planning clients right now?
John'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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