How much does it cost to hire Tim for a animal law case?

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

Does Tim offer a free consultation?

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

How long do animal law cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

Simple animal law 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. Tim gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Tim take my case if I'm outside Allentown?

Tim 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 — Tim 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 Tim?

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

Is Tim accepting new animal law clients right now?

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

Tim Brennan, Animal Law Attorney in Allentown

Quick answer

Tim Brennan is a member based in Allentown, PA. The practice focuses on Animal Law, Business, and Contracts. Tim has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brennan Law Offices. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.

Based in: Allentown, PA
Experience: over 23 years
Known for: Animal Law · Business · Contracts

Handles Animal Law, Business, and Contracts matters from Allentown, PA.
Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Tim takes on

Tim concentrates on animal law, business, contracts, creditor rights, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tim handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Animal Law cases in Allentown, Pennsylvania

Tim takes animal law matters in Allentown, 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 Tim agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Allentown, Pennsylvania

Tim takes business matters in Allentown, 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 Tim agrees to represent you.

Contracts cases in Allentown, Pennsylvania

Tim takes contracts matters in Allentown, 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 Tim agrees to represent you.

Creditor Rights cases in Allentown, Pennsylvania

Tim takes creditor rights matters in Allentown, 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 Tim agrees to represent you.

Government cases in Allentown, Pennsylvania

Tim takes government matters in Allentown, 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 Tim agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Tim Brennan — animal law lawyer in Allentown

Tim Brennan is a member based in Allentown, PA. The practice focuses on Animal Law, Business, and Contracts. Tim has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brennan Law Offices. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.

Tim Brennan was raised in the coal region working in his family’s well known mom and pop restaurant. He began his legal career in the Lehigh Valley as a Bethlehem and Northampton County Solicitor. He currently lives in Doylestown and, in addition to his legal work, serves as a member of the Doylestown Borough Council.

Mr. Brennan graduated from Ursinus College in 2000, receiving his Bachelor of Arts with a double major in English and Politics and a double minor in International Relations and American Studies. During this period he served two United States Congressional Internships with Congressman Joe Hoeffel and Congressman Tim Holden.

Mr. Brennan also graduated from Widener University School of Law in 2003, where he was a leadership scholar, served as a senior member of the Law Review and graduated cum laude. He received the 2003 Widener Law Journal Outstanding Student Article Award for his article on Pennsylvania’s redistricting. He also studied at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland and Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic.

Mr. Brennan previously served as an attorney for a large defense firm and for the Governor’s Office of General Counsel. He was appointed Assistant Solicitor for the City of Bethlehem in 2005 by Mayor John B. Callahan, where he also represented the Police and Fire Pension Funds. In 2008 he was appointed as Solicitor for Northampton County Controller Stephen J. Barron. In 2018 he was appointed Assistant Solicitor by Northampton County Executive Lamont McClure.

Mr. Brennan has been published in the fields of equine law and redistricting law, has argued several times before Commonwealth Court and has lectured on various topics at the Dickinson School of Law and for the Pennsylvania Bar Association. He has appeared on numerous local and national television and radio shows.

Mr. Brennan volunteers for or has founded a number of charitable, legal, political, religious and community organizations and has served as an Adjunct Professor for Northampton Community College. He is a member of the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bars.

Practice Areas

Experienced in business and contract law, property and real estate law, tort and personal injury law, worker’s compensation, debtor/creditor law, municipal law, equine law, election law, civil rights law, administrative law, eminent domain, and other fields.

Professional Services and Awards

• Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, Hearing Panel Member 2012-Present

• Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Rising Star 2012-2018

• Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer 2018-Present

Legal Publications

• 1st Annual Equine Law, Pennsylvania Bar Institute

• 2nd Annual Equine Law, Pennsylvania Bar Institute

• 4th Annual Animal Law Seminar, Equine Law Primer, Pennsylvania Bar Institute

• Cleaning Out the Augean Stables: Pennsylvania’s Most Recent Redistricting

Speaking Engagements

• Athlete & Agents Conference, National Bowl Game, Panelist

• BBC World News, 2010 United State General Election Coverage

• Pennsylvania Bar Institute, 1st Annual Equine Law Seminar

• Pennsylvania Bar Institute, 2nd Annual Equine Law Seminar

• Why Americans Don’t Care? Business Matters, WEMZ Channel 69

• Pennsylvania Bar Institute, 4th Annual Animal Law Seminar (with Governor Edward G. Rendell)

• Dickinson School of Law, Equine Law, Guest Speaker

• Nativity B.V.M. High School, Terrorism and the Constitution, Guest Speaker

Activities

• National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, President’s Circle

• Bradbury Sullivan LGBT Center, Pro Bono Counsel

• Friends of the Bethlehem Mounted Police, Pro Bono Counsel

• Friends of St. Kieran’s, Pro Bono Counsel

• American College of Equine Attorneys, Member

• Equestrian Aid Foundation, Volunteer

• Winter Equestrian Festival, Wellington, Florida, Attendant

• Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, Member

• Thoreau Sauntering Society, Member

• Saint Clair Fish and Game, Member

• Ancient Order of Hibernians, Member

• Project Children Charity Album, Originator

• Finnegan’s Wake, Heckshersville Irish Festival, Actor

• Northampton County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division, Member

• Allentown Saint Patrick’s Day Parade Committee, AOH Division Director

• American Mock Trial Association, Lafayette College, Mock Judge

• Philadelphia Opera Company, Member

• Widener International Law Society, President

• Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity, International, Member

• Widener Saint Thomas More Club, Member

• Ursinus College Football, Centennial Conference Champions and National Playoffs

• Schuylkill County Women in Crisis, Volunteer

How Tim handles animal law matters

Tim Brennan was raised in the coal region working in his family’s well known mom and pop restaurant. He began his legal career in the Lehigh Valley as a Bethlehem and Northampton County Solicitor. He currently lives in Doylestown and, in addition to his legal work, serves as a member of the Doylestown Borough Council. Mr. Brennan graduated from Ursinus College in 2000, receiving his Bachelor of…

The kind of cases Tim takes

Tim reviews new inquiries case-by-case for animal law, business, and contracts matters in Allentown and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

Widener University School of Law
J.D. · 2003
Ursinus College
B.A. Politics · 2000

Jurisdictions

Tim's state bar admissions

Pennsylvania
2003 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
2003 · ACTIVE

Tim studied at J.D. in Widener University School of Law and B.A. Politics in Ursinus College.

Law school and academic background

Tim completed J.D. in Widener University School of Law and B.A. Politics in Ursinus College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tim runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

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

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

Tim Brennan's office in Allentown

Tim's primary office is at 2030 Tilghman Street, Suite 203, Allentown, PA, 18104. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Brennan Law Offices

2030 Tilghman Street, Suite 203

Allentown, PA 18104

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Tim Brennan — 5.0/5 rating from 5 verified client reviews

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

5.0

5 client reviews

Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Tim Brennan claims this profile.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Tim Brennan — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a animal law attorney in Allentown, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many animal law 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 Tim

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every animal law 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. Tim confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Tim Brennan

How much does it cost to hire Tim for a animal law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tim walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tim offer a free consultation?
Tim charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tim's office. Some animal law attorneys offer free consults — check Tim's current terms during booking.
How long do animal law cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple animal law 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. Tim gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tim take my case if I'm outside Allentown?
Tim 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 — Tim 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 Tim?
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. Tim will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tim accepting new animal law clients right now?
Tim's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Community Q&A

Real questions asked by Pennsylvania residents in the last few months, answered by animal law attorneys like Tim Brennan. Each link opens the full answer thread.

What Should I Do If A Dog Attacks My Child In Pennsylvania?
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1 verified answer · Animal Law · Pennsylvania
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1 verified answer · Animal Law · Washington
How Can I Report A Breeder For Animal Cruelty In Massachusetts?
I bought a puppy from a breeder in Boston, Massachusetts, and it turned out to be sick and underfed. I suspect that this breeder is mistreating their animals. How do I go about rep
1 verified answer · Animal Law · Massachusetts
Can I Adopt A Pet After A Domestic Violence Incident In Michigan?
I recently left an abusive relationship in Detroit, Michigan, and I want to adopt a dog for companionship. However, I'm worried about my past affecting my ability to adopt. Do shel
1 verified answer · Animal Law · Michigan
How To Handle A Lost Pet Case In Arizona?
I lost my cat in Phoenix, Arizona, and I think someone may have taken her in. I’ve posted on social media and flyers but have no leads. What legal steps can I take to recover my pe
1 verified answer · Animal Law · Arizona
What Should I Do If My Dog Is Impounded In New Mexico?
My dog was taken by animal control in Albuquerque, New Mexico, because a neighbor reported him for barking too much. I just received a notice to pay $300 to get him back. What can
1 verified answer · Animal Law · New Mexico

Areas served

Animal Law attorneys serving Allentown, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania

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