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Rosalie Spelman
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Rosalie Spelman

5.0
16 reviews

801 Yale Avenue, Apt. 707, Swarthmore, PA 19081

General Practice, Corporate Law, Real Estate and 19 more

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Rosalie Spelman got this award in 2021

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Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
May 25, 2025
Hired Attorney

At a time of great sadness and insecurity, Rosalie was a rock when it came to sorting out my mother's estate. Her deep expertise, careful explanations, and consistent responsiveness gave me the space and confidence to take action and make decisions on a timeline that worked for me. When ambiguity arose or the state made an error, she was always ready to jump in and be my advocate. Along the way she was senstive, sincere, and caring. I highly recommend Rosalie.

 
Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
March 02, 2017
Hired Attorney

She listens carefully, explains complex concepts thoroughly, and works very hard to see that your final documentation provides your agent clear direction to fulfill your wishes. Final package (wills, enduring powers of attorney, and health care powers of attorney) also contains a thorough Estate Planning Guide.PA

Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
March 11, 2015
Hired Attorney

Excellent Professional. Ms. Spelman provide legal insight and expertise that was first rate. Would recommend her highly and without reservation.

Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
April 23, 2014
Hired Attorney

Rosalie was able to help my company with 2 difficult cases and showed innovative approaches to dealing with the problems we faced. I was happy with her services.

Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
April 23, 2014
Hired Attorney

Ms. Spelman is a consummate professional in every respect: she listens attentively, questions carefully, verifies our intentions each step of the process, presents materials in a timely way, answers any and all questions, follows up reliably and presents and explains all deliverables. We quickly developed total confidence in our relationship with her.

 
Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
March 13, 2014
Hired Attorney

I found her knowledgeable, easy to talk to, thorough and very professional. I have highly recommended her to my friends, who have used her services, also with satisfaction. She epitomizes the best in legal counsel.

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Areas of Law

  • General Practice
  • Corporate Law
  • Real Estate
  • Wills and Probate 1
    • Living Wills
  • Business Law 5
    • Buying and Selling of Businesses
    • Business Enterprises
    • Limited Liability Company Law
    • Small Business Law
    • Business Planning
  • Trusts and Estates 2
    • Asset Protection
    • Estate Planning
  • Debtor and Creditor 1
    • Creditors Rights
  • Contracts
  • Elder Law
  • Other 6
    • Creditors Rights in Bankruptcy
    • Wills
    • Estate Administration
    • Guardianship
    • Business Start-Ups
    • Probate

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Fixed hourly rates
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    Rosalie Spelman
  • Pro Bono Services

    Greater Philadelphia Area Recovery Education, The Bridge Way School, Board Member (2010- present); Distinguished Leader Award, Cradle of Liberty Council, Boy Scouts of America (1999); Swarthmore Zoning Hearing Board, Member (2010-2011); Swarthmore Borough Council, Member (1992-1996); League of Women Voters, Board Member (1993-2001); Delaware County (PA) Estate Planning Council (2010-present).

  • Additional Links
    http://www.rosaliespelmanlaw.com https://www.RosalieSpelmanLaw.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1981, New York
    1981, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
    1998, New Jersey
    1999, Pennsylvania
    1999, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
    2001, Delaware
    2001, U.S. District C
    1998, U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
    Memberships
    ABA, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, and Delaware County Bar Associations. National Association of Elder Law Attorneys.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Georgetown University Law Center
    Class of 1980
    J.D.
    Winner, Jessup International Moot Court World Cup

    Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law
    Class of 2017
    LL.M.
    Tax
    Other Education
    Northwestern University
    Class of 1975
    M.A.T.

    University of Illinois
    Class of 1974
    B.A.
    James Scholar; High Honors

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801 Yale Avenue, Apt. 707Swarthmore, PA 19081U.S.A.

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Rosalie Spelman was admitted in 1981 to the State of New York.
  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Rosalie Spelman is admitted to practice in Delaware, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Rosalie Spelman is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Client Review rated?
    Yes, Rosalie Spelman has a 5.0 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Rosalie Spelman attended Georgetown University Law Center and Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law.

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