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Richard W. Perhacs, ADR Attorney in Erie, Pennsylvania

Over 52 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Civil Rights · 4.8/5 rating from 12 verified client reviews

Of Counsel

Erie, PA

Practicing adr in Erie since 1974.

52+
Years practicing
4.8 ★
12 client reviews
1
Bar admission

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Richard W. Perhacs is an of counsel based in Erie, PA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Civil Rights. Richard has over 52 years of legal experience. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.

Based in
Erie, PA
Experience
over 52 years
Known for
ADR · Business · Civil Rights
  • Handles ADR, Business, and Civil Rights matters from Erie, PA.
  • Over 52 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Richard W. Perhacs: Richard W. Perhacs is an of counsel based in Erie, PA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Civil Rights. Richard has over 52 years of legal experience. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Richard takes on

Richard concentrates on adr, business, civil rights, discrimination, and education. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Erie, Pennsylvania

Richard takes adr matters in Erie, 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Erie, Pennsylvania

Richard takes business matters in Erie, 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Civil Rights cases in Erie, Pennsylvania

Richard takes civil rights matters in Erie, 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Discrimination cases in Erie, Pennsylvania

Richard takes discrimination matters in Erie, 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Education cases in Erie, Pennsylvania

Richard takes education matters in Erie, 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Richard W. Perhacs — adr lawyer in Erie

Richard W. Perhacs is an of counsel based in Erie, PA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Civil Rights. Richard has over 52 years of legal experience. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.

Richard W. Perhacs is a lawyer practicing labor law, employment law, aged and aging and 24 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from St. Vincent College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. Richard practices in Erie, PA.

Working with Richard on a adr matter

Richard W. Perhacs is a lawyer practicing labor law, employment law, aged and aging and 24 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from St. Vincent College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. Richard practices in Erie, PA.

Clients Richard works with

Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and civil rights matters in Erie and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Duquesne University J.D. Editor Duquesne University J.D. Duquesne Law Review Duquesne University J.D. cum laude

  • St. Vincent College

    B.A. · 1971

Jurisdictions

Richard's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania U.S. Di

    1974 · ACTIVE

Richard studied at — in Duquesne University J.D. Editor Duquesne University J.D. Duquesne Law Review Duquesne University J.D. cum laude and B.A. in St. Vincent College.

Law school and academic background

Richard completed — in Duquesne University J.D. Editor Duquesne University J.D. Duquesne Law Review Duquesne University J.D. cum laude and B.A. in St. Vincent College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

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

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Richard's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Erie County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations

    membership

Locations

Richard W. Perhacs's office in Erie

Richard's primary office is at Knox Mclaughlin Et AL, Erie, PA, 16501. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Knox Mclaughlin Et AL

Erie, PA 16501

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Richard W. Perhacs — 4.8/5 rating from 12 verified client reviews

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

4.8

12 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire Richard W. Perhacs — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Erie, 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 Richard

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Richard'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 Richard W. Perhacs

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

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

  • Does Richard offer a free consultation?

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

  • Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Erie?

    Richard 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 — Richard 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 Richard?

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

  • Is Richard accepting new adr clients right now?

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

Areas served

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