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M. Rust Sharp, Estate Planning Attorney in West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania

Over 58 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Probate, and Trusts

Practicing estate planning in West Conshohocken since 1968.

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M. Rust Sharp is an of counsel based in West Conshohocken, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, and Trusts. M. has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Heckscher, Teillon, Terrill & Sager A Professional Corporation.

Based in
West Conshohocken, PA
Experience
over 58 years
Known for
Estate Planning · Probate · Trusts
  • Handles Estate Planning, Probate, and Trusts matters from West Conshohocken, PA.
  • Over 58 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About M. Rust Sharp: M. Rust Sharp is an of counsel based in West Conshohocken, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, and Trusts. M. has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Heckscher, Teillon, Terrill & Sager A Professional Corporation.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by M. Rust Sharp

M. concentrates on estate planning, probate, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case M. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Estate Planning cases in West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania

M. takes estate planning matters in West Conshohocken, 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 M. agrees to represent you.

Probate cases in West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania

M. takes probate matters in West Conshohocken, 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 M. agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania

M. takes trusts matters in West Conshohocken, 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 M. agrees to represent you.

Biography

About M. Rust Sharp — Over 58 years of Pennsylvania estate planning experience

M. Rust Sharp is an of counsel based in West Conshohocken, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, and Trusts. M. has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Heckscher, Teillon, Terrill & Sager A Professional Corporation.

M. Rust Sharp is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, estate administration. M. received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina in 1962, and has been licensed for 58 years. M. practices at Heckscher, Teillon, Terrill & Sager A Professional Corporation in West Conshohocken, PA.

M.'s approach to estate planning cases

M. Rust Sharp is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, estate administration. M. received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina in 1962, and has been licensed for 58 years. M. practices at Heckscher, Teillon, Terrill & Sager A Professional Corporation in West Conshohocken, PA.

The kind of cases M. takes

M. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, probate, and trusts matters in West Conshohocken and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

M. Rust Sharp's legal education and bar admissions

  • Temple University

    J.D. · 1968

  • University of North Carolina

    A.B. · 1962

Jurisdictions

M.'s state bar admissions

  • U.S. Supreme Court

    1978 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1969 · ACTIVE

  • Pennsylvania

    1968 · ACTIVE

M. studied at J.D. in Temple University and A.B. in University of North Carolina.

Law school and academic background

M. completed J.D. in Temple University and A.B. in University of North Carolina. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice M. runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

M. Rust Sharp's office in West Conshohocken

M.'s primary office is at 100 Four Falls, Ste. 300, West Conshohocken, PA, 19428. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Heckscher, Teillon, Terrill & Sager A Professional Corporation

100 Four Falls, Ste. 300

West Conshohocken, PA 19428

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Hiring guide

How to hire M. Rust Sharp — 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 M. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in West Conshohocken, 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 M.

M. 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. M. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

M.'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 M. Rust Sharp

  • How much does it cost to hire M. for a estate planning case?

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

  • Does M. offer a free consultation?

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

  • Can M. take my case if I'm outside West Conshohocken?

    M. 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 — M. 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 M.?

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

  • Is M. accepting new estate planning clients right now?

    M.'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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