Founding Member
570-562-4520 ext. 102 phone
570-562-4531 fax
570-362-3565 cell
Practice Focus
Tim's focus is business litigation. He chairs the firm's Business Litigation Practice.
Background
Tim is a founding member of Kelley, Polishan & Solfanelli. He's tried cases to verdict including federal, state, civil, criminal, jury and non-jury trials. Tim and his family live in Dunmore, Pennsylvania.
Dedication to customer service
Since 1995, Tim has represented businesses, business owners, corporate officers, physicians, lawyers, clubs, families, and individuals harmed as well as those accused of doing harm.
Moreover, he maintains a consistent, substantial commitment to pro bono clients in the Scranton area and throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Business litigation practice
Tim has litigated a wide range of complex civil and criminal matters, in corporate and individual representations, for plaintiffs and defendants, in trials and hearings, appeals, arbitration, administrative proceedings, grand jury proceedings, class and collective actions, mediation and settlement negotiation.
A federal judge who's seen Tim Polishan "on many cases in court" has stated in a public court proceeding that Tim is "an outstanding lawyer in all respects. He's an outstanding trial lawyer. He's an outstanding litigator. He's an outstanding researcher. He has great credibility with the Court."
Other practice areas
Beyond business litigation, other practice areas include personal injury, torts, health care, insurance, employment, regulatory, environmental, complex litigation, and white collar.
Professional affiliations
Tim Polishan is a Senior Hearing Committee Member for the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, an Associate Member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) and a Member of the Business Law Section of the American Bar Association (ABA).
Education
- University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- University of Scranton
Admissions
- U.S. Supreme Court
- U.S. Court of Appeals - 3rd Circuit
- U.S. District Court - M.D. Pa.
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court - M.D. Pa.
- U.S. District Court - E.D. Pa.
- U.S. District Court - D.N.J. - Pro Hac Vice
- U.S. District Court - S.D.N.Y. - Pro Hac Vice
- Pennsylvania
Ratings
Tim Polishan is AV Preeminent® Rated by Martindale-Hubbell. This is Martindale-Hubbell's highest rating in legal ability and ethical standards reflecting confidential opinions of judges and members of the bar.
For ratings and reviews of Tim and the firm, please scroll down this page or visit our Reviews Page by clicking here.
Avvo's highest rating: 10
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Recent Blog Posts
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Recommendations
- Tim is straight forward and professional, asks the questions that make sense and then suggests workable solutions. I highly recommend to assist anyone with legal issues.
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Wealth management professional Recommends Timothy P. Polishan
Tim's breadth of legal knowledge and excellent communication skills make him a great professional resource and a valuable asset to the northeastern PA community. -
Health care plan's senior enterprise architect Recommends Timothy P. Polishan
I have had the opportunity to work with Tim on multiple occasions. Tim and his legal team are of the highest caliber and an absolute joy to work with. They were very instrumental in handling all of my legal needs since 2004. The firm is top notch and very trustworthy. Over the years Tim and his f... - I served as an expert witness for Attorney Tim Polishan. He exemplifies professionalism. His research on the complex topic at hand made my job easy, and resulted in an exceptional outcome for the client. He is very respectful of others' time, and has a positive demeanor.
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For health care litigation, physician-Client Recommends Timothy P. Polishan
Attorney Polishan is one of the brightest professionals I have encountered in 25 years living in NEPA. He is detail and results oriented, creative, intellectual, grounded. -
For trying cases in court, Northteastern Pennsylvania business lawyer Recommends Timothy P. Polishan
Tim is a terrific trial lawyer. Quick on his feet. Great when it comes to cross examination. He has won cases against all odds. -
For complex litigation, director at nationally prominent firm Recommends Timothy P. Polishan
Tim and I have worked together on a complex and highly publicized litigation matter that has extended over several years and his performance throughout has been superb. Outstanding integrity, highly knowledgeable, and with a true feel for the nuances that often provide the competitive edge in lit... -
For white collar defense, former federal prosecutor Recommends Timothy P. Polishan
[Mr.] Polishan is doing a fantastic job on your behalf and achieving a fantastic result…. Both his work with you . . . and with the law enforcement [agents]… are examples of the finest in our profession and you should bless the day that you found him. -
For Business Litigation, Client Recommends Timothy P. Polishan
After working for 25 years with many business law firms in Manhattan and Philadelphia, Tim Polishan is the best lawyer, with the best service and value... I have worked with. I would recommend Tim and his firm to my best friends and family any day. -
For complex litigation, partner at nationally prominent firm Recommends Timothy P. Polishan
[Mr. Polishan's] assistance … has included incisive, informed advice on every occasion …. I've seen many… lawyers … from some of the largest, most reputable firms in the country… and none of them surpass [the] talent, wisdom, and … common sense that [Mr. Polishan has] brought to this case from th... -
For professionalism, ethics and fairness, lawyer Recommends Timothy P. Polishan
Thoughtfully conscientious and aligned with seeking the interests of justice in his work. -
For white collar defense, client Recommends Timothy P. Polishan
I was arrested in a federal court white collar case. I had a former federal prosecutor as my defense lawyer but we were getting nowhere. I was facing more than 10 years in prison. Then came a miracle. I was introduced to Tim Polishan. Tim wanted me to be with my family. He worked until he found a...
