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Stacey L. Fuller, Government Attorney in West Chester, Pennsylvania

Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Government and Zoning

Gawthrop Greenwood PC

West Chester, PA

Practicing government in West Chester since 1995.

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Stacey L. Fuller is an attorney based in West Chester, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Government and Zoning. Stacey has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gawthrop Greenwood PC.

Based in
West Chester, PENNSYLVANIA
Experience
over 31 years
Known for
Government · Zoning
  • Handles Government and Zoning matters from West Chester, PENNSYLVANIA.
  • Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Land Use and Zoning Law (Philadelphia) (2022).

About Stacey L. Fuller: Stacey L. Fuller is an attorney based in West Chester, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Government and Zoning. Stacey has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gawthrop Greenwood PC.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Stacey L. Fuller

Stacey concentrates on government and zoning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stacey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Government cases in West Chester, Pennsylvania

Stacey takes government 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 Stacey agrees to represent you.

Zoning cases in West Chester, Pennsylvania

Stacey takes zoning 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 Stacey agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Stacey L. Fuller — Over 31 years of Pennsylvania government experience

Stacey L. Fuller is an attorney based in West Chester, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Government and Zoning. Stacey has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gawthrop Greenwood PC.

Named “Lawyer of the Year 2022” by Best Lawyers in America® and chair of Gawthrop Greenwood’s management committee, Stacey L. Fuller practices in the areas of Municipal Law, Land Use Law, Education Law, and Special Education Law. Stacey represents municipalities, townships, boroughs, planning commissions, zoning hearing boards and other governmental entities, as well as individual developers and residents, on issues such as zoning and other land development matters. She also represents charter and alternative schools and students and their parents in education and special education matters.

Stacey moved to the Chester County area in 2004 after residing in coastal North Carolina where she practiced law for 10 years and was a partner in the prominent firm of Hogue, Hill, Jones, Nash and Lynch, of Wilmington, North Carolina. She is President of the West Chester Area Senior Center, and a member of the Board of Directors for the Chester County Bar Foundation as well as the West Chester Area Education Foundation. She previously served on the boards of Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry, Chester County Bar Association, West Chester Area YMCA and Greater West Chester Sunrise Rotary Club. Stacey has been a dedicated supporter of the March of Dimes, serving on the board of March for Babies and as an Ambassador Family for the March for Babies in West Chester, and chairing the Sponsorship Committee and evaluating nominations for the March of Dimes’ Salute to Chester County Women of Achievement.

Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® and Super Lawyers, Stacey is a member of the Pennsylvania and Chester County Bar Associations. She is a past Chair of the PBA Municipal Law Section and has been elected to the House of Delegates for the Pennsylvania Bar Association. She is also a member of the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Solicitors, the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs, and The Hon. John E. Stively, Jr., American Inn of Court.

Stacey received her Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology from the University of Connecticut, where she graduated summa cum laude and was admitted into Phi Beta Kappa. She received her law degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. She was admitted to the North Carolina Bar in 1995 and the Pennsylvania Bar in 2004.

Working with Stacey on a government matter

Named “Lawyer of the Year 2022” by Best Lawyers in America ® and chair of Gawthrop Greenwood’s management committee, Stacey L. Fuller practices in the areas of Municipal Law, Land Use Law, Education Law, and Special Education Law. Stacey represents municipalities, townships, boroughs, planning commissions, zoning hearing boards and other governmental entities, as well as individual developers and…

Who Stacey represents

Stacey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for government and zoning matters in West Chester and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Stacey L. Fuller's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Pittsburgh

    J.D. · 1994

  • University of Connecticut

    B.A. · 1991

Jurisdictions

Stacey's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania

    2004 · ACTIVE

  • North Carolina

    1995 · ACTIVE

Stacey studied at J.D. in University of Pittsburgh and B.A. in University of Connecticut.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Stacey L. Fuller

Stacey has received 23 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Land Use and Zoning Law (Philadelphia)

    2022

  • Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Municipal

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Land Use and Zoning

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Education Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Legal Intelligencer

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — & Law.com

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — City & State

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — March of Dimes Chester County Woman of Achievement 2022

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Main Line Today T

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — op Lawyers 2017-present

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Pennsylvania 2020-present

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Daily Local News

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyers 2021-present

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Main Line Today

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — 23 Power Women of 2015

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — West Chester Area YMCA Volunteer of the Year 2010

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — , Pennsylvania Rising Stars, 2007, 2008, 2010

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Land Use and Zoning Law (Philadelphia) (2022). Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Municipal (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Land Use and Zoning (2026).

Locations

Stacey L. Fuller's office in West Chester

Stacey's primary office is at 17 East Gay Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, 19381. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Gawthrop Greenwood PC

17 East Gay Street

West Chester, Pennsylvania 19381

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Hiring guide

How to hire Stacey L. Fuller — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a government attorney in West Chester, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many government 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 Stacey

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every government 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. Stacey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Stacey L. Fuller

  • How much does it cost to hire Stacey for a government case?

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

  • Does Stacey offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do government cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

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

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

    Stacey 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 — Stacey 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 Stacey?

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

  • Is Stacey accepting new government clients right now?

    Stacey'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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