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R. Lamar Kilgore, Family Law Attorney in West Chester, Pennsylvania

Over 66 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

MemberatKilgore Lawson

West Chester, PA

Practicing family law in West Chester since 1960.

66+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
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R. Lamar Kilgore is a member based in West Chester, PA. The practice focuses on Family Law. R. has over 66 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kilgore Lawson. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
West Chester, PA
Experience
over 66 years
Known for
Family Law
  • Handles Family Law matters from West Chester, PA.
  • Over 66 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About R. Lamar Kilgore: R. Lamar Kilgore is a member based in West Chester, PA. The practice focuses on Family Law. R. has over 66 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kilgore Lawson. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters R. takes on

R. concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case R. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Family Law cases in West Chester, Pennsylvania

R. takes family law matters in West Chester, 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 R. agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet R. Lamar Kilgore — family law lawyer in West Chester

R. Lamar Kilgore is a member based in West Chester, PA. The practice focuses on Family Law. R. has over 66 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kilgore Lawson. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

R. Lamar Kilgore is a lawyer practicing family law. R. received a A.B. degree from Wittenberg College in 1955, and has been licensed for 66 years. R. practices at Kilgore Lawson in West Chester, PA.

R.'s approach to family law cases

R. Lamar Kilgore is a lawyer practicing family law. R. received a A.B. degree from Wittenberg College in 1955, and has been licensed for 66 years. R. practices at Kilgore Lawson in West Chester, PA.

The kind of cases R. takes

R. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in West Chester and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Pennsylvania

    J.D. · 1959

  • Wittenberg College

    A.B. · 1955

Jurisdictions

R.'s state bar admissions

  • U.S. Supreme Court

    1971 · ACTIVE

  • Pennsylvania

    1960 · ACTIVE

R. studied at J.D. in University of Pennsylvania and A.B. in Wittenberg College.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

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

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

R.'s professional memberships and bar associations

  • Chester County (Chairman, Family Law Rules Committee, 1983-1985 Chairman, Family Law Section, 1983-1985), and Pennsylvania Bar Associations

    membership

Locations

R. Lamar Kilgore's office in West Chester

R.'s primary office is at 144 West Market Street, West Chester, PA, 19382. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Kilgore Lawson

144 West Market Street

West Chester, PA 19382

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Client feedback

Client reviews of R. Lamar Kilgore — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of R.. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing family law attorneys in West Chester.

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Hiring guide

How to hire R. Lamar Kilgore — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a family law attorney in West Chester, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law 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 R.

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every family law 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. R. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about R. Lamar Kilgore

  • How much does it cost to hire R. for a family law case?

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

  • Does R. offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do family law cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

    Simple family law 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. R. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can R. take my case if I'm outside West Chester?

    R. 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 — R. 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 R.?

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

  • Is R. accepting new family law clients right now?

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

Areas served

Family Law attorneys serving West Chester, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania

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