Robert C. Ward, Insurance Attorney in Erie, Pennsylvania
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury · 4.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
MemberatRobert C. Ward
Erie, PA
Practicing insurance in Erie since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 4.0 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Robert C. Ward is a member based in Erie, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Robert has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robert C. Ward. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Erie, PA
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury matters from Erie, PA.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Robert C. Ward: Robert C. Ward is a member based in Erie, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Robert has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robert C. Ward. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Robert takes on
Robert concentrates on insurance, medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Insurance cases in Erie, Pennsylvania
Robert takes insurance matters in Erie, 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Erie, Pennsylvania
Robert takes medical malpractice matters in Erie, 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Erie, Pennsylvania
Robert takes personal injury matters in Erie, 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Erie, Pennsylvania
Robert takes product liability matters in Erie, 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Robert C. Ward — insurance lawyer in Erie
Robert C. Ward is a member based in Erie, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Robert has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robert C. Ward. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Robert C. Ward is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, products liability law, insurance defense law and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. Robert practices at Robert C. Ward in Erie, PA.
How Robert handles insurance matters
Robert C. Ward is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, products liability law, insurance defense law and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. Robert practices at Robert C. Ward in Erie, PA.
Who Robert represents
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, medical malpractice, and personal injury matters in Erie and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Dickinson School of Law
J.D. · 1979
Pennsylvania State University
B.A. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1979 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1979 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in Dickinson School of Law and B.A. in Pennsylvania State University.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in Dickinson School of Law and B.A. in Pennsylvania State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Robert's professional memberships and bar associations
Erie County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association
membership
Locations
Robert C. Ward's office in Erie
Robert's primary office is at 307 French St., Erie, PA, 16507. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Robert C. Ward — 4.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Robert. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Erie.
4.0
3 client reviews
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How to hire Robert C. Ward — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert'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; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Erie, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Robert
Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert C. Ward
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Erie?
Robert 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 — Robert 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 Robert?
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. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new insurance clients right now?
Robert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Erie, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
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