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Joana Gaizelyte-Lacy, ADR Attorney in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania

Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Appellate, and Business

AttorneyatO'Brien & Ryan, LLP

Plymouth Meeting, PA

Practicing adr in Plymouth Meeting since 2009.

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Joana Gaizelyte-Lacy is an attorney based in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Joana has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Brien & Ryan, LLP.

Based in
Plymouth Meeting, PA
Experience
over 17 years
Known for
ADR · Appellate · Business
  • Handles ADR, Appellate, and Business matters from Plymouth Meeting, PA.
  • Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Joana Gaizelyte-Lacy: Joana Gaizelyte-Lacy is an attorney based in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Joana has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Brien & Ryan, LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Joana takes on

Joana concentrates on adr, appellate, business, employment, and immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joana handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania

Joana takes adr matters in Plymouth Meeting, 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 Joana agrees to represent you.

Appellate cases in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania

Joana takes appellate matters in Plymouth Meeting, 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 Joana agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania

Joana takes business matters in Plymouth Meeting, 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 Joana agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania

Joana takes employment matters in Plymouth Meeting, 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 Joana agrees to represent you.

Immigration cases in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania

Joana takes immigration matters in Plymouth Meeting, 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 Joana agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Joana Gaizelyte-Lacy — adr lawyer in Plymouth Meeting

Joana Gaizelyte-Lacy is an attorney based in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Joana has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Brien & Ryan, LLP.

Joana Gaizelyte-Lacy is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, corporate law, personal injury and 4 other areas of law. Joana received a B.S. degree from Temple University Fox School of Business, and has been licensed for 17 years. Joana practices at O'Brien & Ryan, LLP in Plymouth Meeting, PA.

Working with Joana on a adr matter

Joana Gaizelyte-Lacy is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, corporate law, personal injury and 4 other areas of law. Joana received a B.S. degree from Temple University Fox School of Business, and has been licensed for 17 years. Joana practices at O'Brien & Ryan, LLP in Plymouth Meeting, PA.

Who Joana represents

Joana reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, appellate, and business matters in Plymouth Meeting and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Temple University Beasley School of Law

    J.D. · 2008

  • Temple University Fox School of Business B.S. Economics and Legal Studies Temple University Fox School of Business B.S. summa cum laude

Jurisdictions

Joana's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    2009 · ACTIVE

  • New Jersey

    2009 · ACTIVE

  • Pennsylvania

    2009 · ACTIVE

Joana studied at J.D. in Temple University Beasley School of Law and — in Temple University Fox School of Business B.S. Economics and Legal Studies Temple University Fox School of Business B.S. summa cum laude.

Law school and academic background

Joana completed J.D. in Temple University Beasley School of Law and — in Temple University Fox School of Business B.S. Economics and Legal Studies Temple University Fox School of Business B.S. summa cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joana runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Joana's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Delaware County and Philadelphia County Bar Associations

    membership

Locations

Joana Gaizelyte-Lacy's office in Plymouth Meeting

Joana's primary office is at Hickory Pointe, 2250 Hickory Road, Suite 300, Plymouth Meeting, PA, 19462-1047. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

O'Brien & Ryan, LLP

Hickory Pointe, 2250 Hickory Road, Suite 300

Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462-1047

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Hiring guide

How to hire Joana Gaizelyte-Lacy — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Joana

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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. Joana confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Joana Gaizelyte-Lacy

  • How much does it cost to hire Joana for a adr case?

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

  • Does Joana offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do adr cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

    Simple adr 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. Joana gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Joana take my case if I'm outside Plymouth Meeting?

    Joana 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 — Joana 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 Joana?

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

  • Is Joana accepting new adr clients right now?

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

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Plymouth Meeting, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania

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