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Pam Horvitz Schneider, Estate Planning Attorney in Wayne, Pennsylvania

Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Tax, and Trusts · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing estate planning in Wayne since 1977.

49+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
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Pam Horvitz Schneider is an attorney based in Wayne, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Tax, and Trusts. Pam has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gadsden Schneider & Woodward LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Wayne, PA
Experience
over 49 years
Known for
Estate Planning · Tax · Trusts
  • Handles Estate Planning, Tax, and Trusts matters from Wayne, PA.
  • Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Pam Horvitz Schneider: Pam Horvitz Schneider is an attorney based in Wayne, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Tax, and Trusts. Pam has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gadsden Schneider & Woodward LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Pam Horvitz Schneider

Pam concentrates on estate planning, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Pam handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Estate Planning cases in Wayne, Pennsylvania

Pam takes estate planning 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 Pam agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in Wayne, Pennsylvania

Pam takes tax 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 Pam agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Wayne, Pennsylvania

Pam takes trusts 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 Pam agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Pam Horvitz Schneider — Over 49 years of Pennsylvania estate planning experience

Pam Horvitz Schneider is an attorney based in Wayne, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Tax, and Trusts. Pam has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gadsden Schneider & Woodward LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Pam Horvitz Schneider is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts, tax planning and 1 other area of law. Pam received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years. Pam practices at Gadsden Schneider & Woodward LLP in Wayne, PA.

Pam's approach to estate planning cases

Pam Horvitz Schneider is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts, tax planning and 1 other area of law. Pam received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years. Pam practices at Gadsden Schneider & Woodward LLP in Wayne, PA.

The kind of cases Pam takes

Pam reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, tax, and trusts matters in Wayne and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Pam Horvitz Schneider's legal education and bar admissions

  • Columbia University

    J.D. · 1976

  • University of Pennsylvania

    B.A. · 1973

Jurisdictions

Pam's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania

    1979 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1977 · ACTIVE

Pam studied at J.D. in Columbia University and B.A. in University of Pennsylvania.

Law school and academic background

Pam completed J.D. in Columbia University and B.A. in University of Pennsylvania. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Pam runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Pam Horvitz Schneider

Pam has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Pam's professional memberships and bar associations

  • 1988—, American College of Trust and Estate Counsel. Academician, International Academy of Estate and Trust Law, 1990—. Adjunct Professor: New York University School of Law, 1996—

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  • University of Pennsylvania, 1987. Member: Philadelphia (Member, Sections on: Probate and Trust Law

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  • Taxation) and American (Member, Section on: Real Property, Probate and Trust Law

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  • Chair, 1998-1999

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  • Chair-Elect, 1997-1998

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  • Vice Chair, 1995-1997

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  • Secretary, 1994-1995

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  • Council, 1988-1994) Bar Associations

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  • Philadelphia Estate Planning Council

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Locations

Pam Horvitz Schneider's office in Wayne

Pam's primary office is at 1275 Drummers Ln., Ste. 210, Wayne, PA, 19087-1571. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Gadsden Schneider & Woodward LLP

1275 Drummers Ln., Ste. 210

Wayne, PA 19087-1571

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Pam Horvitz Schneider — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Pam. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing estate planning attorneys in Wayne.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Pam Horvitz Schneider — 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 Pam usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Wayne, 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 Pam

Pam 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. Pam confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Pam'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 Pam Horvitz Schneider

  • How much does it cost to hire Pam for a estate planning case?

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

  • Does Pam offer a free consultation?

    Pam charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Pam's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Pam'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. Pam gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Pam take my case if I'm outside Wayne?

    Pam 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 — Pam 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 Pam?

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

  • Is Pam accepting new estate planning clients right now?

    Pam'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 Wayne, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania

Pam 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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