Francis Joseph Sherry, Insurance Attorney in Wayne, Pennsylvania
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Workers Comp · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Wayne, PA
Practicing insurance in Wayne since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Francis Joseph Sherry is an attorney based in Wayne, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Workers Comp. Francis has over 44 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Wayne, PA
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Workers Comp
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Workers Comp matters from Wayne, PA.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Francis Joseph Sherry: Francis Joseph Sherry is an attorney based in Wayne, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Workers Comp. Francis has over 44 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Francis Joseph Sherry
Francis concentrates on insurance, litigation, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Francis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Litigation
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Workers Comp
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Insurance cases in Wayne, Pennsylvania
Francis takes insurance matters in Wayne, 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 Francis agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Wayne, Pennsylvania
Francis takes litigation matters in Wayne, 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 Francis agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Wayne, Pennsylvania
Francis takes workers comp matters in Wayne, 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 Francis agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Francis Joseph Sherry — Over 44 years of Pennsylvania insurance experience
Francis Joseph Sherry is an attorney based in Wayne, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Workers Comp. Francis has over 44 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Francis Joseph Sherry is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, civil litigation, workers compensation defense. Francis received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years. Francis practices in Wayne, PA.
Working with Francis on a insurance matter
Francis Joseph Sherry is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, civil litigation, workers compensation defense. Francis received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years. Francis practices in Wayne, PA.
Clients Francis works with
Francis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and workers comp matters in Wayne and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Francis Joseph Sherry's legal education and bar admissions
Delaware Law School of Widener University
J.D. · 1981
Rutgers University
B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Francis's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1983 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1982 · ACTIVE
Francis studied at J.D. in Delaware Law School of Widener University and B.A. in Rutgers University.
Law school and academic background
Francis completed J.D. in Delaware Law School of Widener University and B.A. in Rutgers University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Francis runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Francis Joseph Sherry
Francis has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Francis Joseph Sherry's office in Wayne
Francis's primary office is at 565 E Swedesford Rd Ste 303, Wayne, PA, 19087-1626. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Francis Joseph Sherry — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Francis. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Wayne.
5.0
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How to hire Francis Joseph Sherry — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Francis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Francis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Francis'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; Francis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Wayne, 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 Francis
Francis 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. Francis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Francis'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 Francis Joseph Sherry
How much does it cost to hire Francis for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Francis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Francis offer a free consultation?
Francis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Francis's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Francis'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. Francis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Francis take my case if I'm outside Wayne?
Francis 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 — Francis 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 Francis?
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. Francis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Francis accepting new insurance clients right now?
Francis'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 Wayne, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
Francis handles insurance matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.
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