
Mr. Mr. Neil Hendershot, Business Attorney in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Elder Law, and Estate Planning · 4.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Of CounselatSerratelli Schiffman Shaffer, P.C.
Harrisburg, PA
Practicing business in Harrisburg since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Mr. Neil Hendershot is an of counsel based in Harrisburg, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Elder Law, and Estate Planning. Mr. has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Serratelli Schiffman Shaffer, P.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Harrisburg, PA
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Business · Elder Law · Estate Planning
- Handles Business, Elder Law, and Estate Planning matters from Harrisburg, PA.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Mr. Neil Hendershot: Mr. Neil Hendershot is an of counsel based in Harrisburg, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Elder Law, and Estate Planning. Mr. has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Serratelli Schiffman Shaffer, P.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Neil's practice areas in Harrisburg
Neil concentrates on business, elder law, estate planning, probate, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Neil handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Neil takes business matters in Harrisburg, 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 Neil agrees to represent you.
Elder Law cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Neil takes elder law matters in Harrisburg, 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 Neil agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Neil takes estate planning matters in Harrisburg, 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 Neil agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Neil takes probate matters in Harrisburg, 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 Neil agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Neil takes trusts matters in Harrisburg, 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 Neil agrees to represent you.
Biography
Mr. Neil Hendershot, business attorney serving Harrisburg
Mr. Neil Hendershot is an of counsel based in Harrisburg, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Elder Law, and Estate Planning. Mr. has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Serratelli Schiffman Shaffer, P.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review. Neil works from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and takes on business matters across the region.
Listed in: The Best Lawyers in America, 2001—, and Super Lawyers, 2004—. Author: "Personal and Estate Planning for Pennsylvanians Owning Pets," PA Bar Association Quarterly, July, 2006; "PA Elder, Estate & Fiduciary Law Blog"; "PA Health Care Decision Making Website." Adjunct Professor, Widener Law School, Harrisburg Campus, Teaching Estate Planning/Administration and Elder Law Courses, 2001—. Law Clerk to President Judge Martin J. Coyne, Court of Common Pleas of Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, 1976-1977. Solicitor, 1984-1985 and Assistant Solicitor, 1986, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Solicitor, Dauphin County General Authority, 1984-1999. President, 1987-1988 and Member, 1978—, Estate Planning Council of Central Pennsylvania. Graduate, Leadership-Harrisburg, 2000. Member: Advisory Committee on Decedents' Estates Laws to the Pennsylvania Joint State Government Commission, 1992—; Drafting Subcommittees on POAs, Guardianships, Transfer on Death Registration, Advance Reproductive Technology and Uniform Trust Code.
How Neil handles business matters
Listed in: The Best Lawyers in America, 2001—, and Super Lawyers, 2004—. Author: "Personal and Estate Planning for Pennsylvanians Owning Pets," PA Bar Association Quarterly, July, 2006; "PA Elder, Estate & Fiduciary Law Blog"; "PA Health Care Decision Making Website." Adjunct Professor, Widener Law School, Harrisburg Campus, Teaching Estate Planning/Administration and Elder Law Courses, 2001—.…
The kind of cases Neil takes
Neil reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, elder law, and estate planning matters in Harrisburg and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Neil studied and practices
Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University
J.D. · 1976
Bucknell University
B.A. English · 1973
Jurisdictions
Neil's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
1976 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1976 · ACTIVE
Neil studied at J.D. in Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University and B.A. English in Bucknell University.
Law school and academic background
Neil completed J.D. in Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University and B.A. English in Bucknell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Neil runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Neil's legal honors and published work
Neil has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Neil's professional memberships and bar associations
Dauphin County
President, 1999-2000 Chair, Estate Planning and Probate Section, 1991-1992 Chairman, Orphans' Court Rules Committee, 1991—2008 Member, Board of Directors, 1993-1998 Automation Chair) and Pennsylvania (Chair, Section on Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law, · membership
American College of Trust and Estate Counsel
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Locations
Mr. Neil Hendershot's office in Harrisburg
Neil's primary office is at Suite 201, 2805 Old Post Road, Suite 120, Harrisburg, PA, 17110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Serratelli Schiffman Shaffer, P.C.
Suite 201, 2805 Old Post Road, Suite 120
Harrisburg, PA 17110
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Client reviews of Mr. Neil Hendershot — 4.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Neil. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Harrisburg.
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How to hire Mr. Neil Hendershot — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Neil usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Neil charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Neil'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; Neil will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Neil
Neil discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Neil confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Neil's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mr. Neil Hendershot
How much does it cost to hire Neil for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Neil walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Neil offer a free consultation?
Neil charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Neil's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Neil's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple business 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. Neil gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Neil take my case if I'm outside Harrisburg?
Neil 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 — Neil 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 Neil?
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. Neil will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Neil accepting new business clients right now?
Neil's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Harrisburg, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
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