Forest Neil Myers, Estate Planning Attorney in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
Over 53 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Real Estate, and Trusts · 2.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatForest N. Myers
Shippensburg, PA
Practicing estate planning in Shippensburg since 1973.
- 53+
- Years practicing
- 2.9 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Forest Neil Myers is a member based in Shippensburg, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Real Estate, and Trusts. Forest has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Forest N. Myers. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Shippensburg, PA
- Experience
- over 53 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Real Estate · Trusts
- Handles Estate Planning, Real Estate, and Trusts matters from Shippensburg, PA.
- Over 53 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with CV Notable.
About Forest Neil Myers: Forest Neil Myers is a member based in Shippensburg, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Real Estate, and Trusts. Forest has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Forest N. Myers. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Forest takes on
Forest concentrates on estate planning, real estate, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Forest handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Real Estate
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Trusts
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Estate Planning cases in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
Forest takes estate planning matters in Shippensburg, 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 Forest agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
Forest takes real estate matters in Shippensburg, 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 Forest agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
Forest takes trusts matters in Shippensburg, 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 Forest agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Forest Neil Myers — estate planning lawyer in Shippensburg
Forest Neil Myers is a member based in Shippensburg, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Real Estate, and Trusts. Forest has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Forest N. Myers. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Forest Neil Myers is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, trust law and 1 other area of law. Forest received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years. Forest practices at Forest N. Myers in Shippensburg, PA.
How Forest handles estate planning matters
Forest Neil Myers is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, trust law and 1 other area of law. Forest received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years. Forest practices at Forest N. Myers in Shippensburg, PA.
Who Forest represents
Forest reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, real estate, and trusts matters in Shippensburg and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Dickinson School of Law
J.D. · 1973
Pennsylvania State University
B.A. · 1969
Jurisdictions
Forest's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1976 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1973 · ACTIVE
Forest studied at J.D. in Dickinson School of Law and B.A. in Pennsylvania State University.
Law school and academic background
Forest 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 Forest runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Forest has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
CV Notable
Legal awards and honors
CV Notable.
Affiliations
Forest's professional memberships and bar associations
Franklin County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Forest Neil Myers's office in Shippensburg
Forest's primary office is at 137 Park Place West, Shippensburg, PA, 17257. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Forest Neil Myers — 2.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Forest. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing estate planning attorneys in Shippensburg.
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How to hire Forest Neil Myers — 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 Forest usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Forest charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Forest'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; Forest will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Shippensburg, 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 Forest
Forest 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. Forest confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Forest'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 Forest Neil Myers
How much does it cost to hire Forest for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Forest walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Forest offer a free consultation?
Forest charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Forest's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Forest'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. Forest gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Forest take my case if I'm outside Shippensburg?
Forest 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 — Forest 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 Forest?
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. Forest will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Forest accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Forest's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Estate Planning attorneys serving Shippensburg, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
Forest handles estate planning matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified estate planning attorneys in that community.
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