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Fairlie & Lippy, P.C.Managing Partner
Steven Fairlie
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Steven Fairlie

5.0
79 reviews

1501 Lower State Road, Ste 304, North Wales, PA 19454-1216

Personal Injury, Criminal Law, Accidents and 146 more

About Steven Fairlie

Philadelphia Magazine Pennsylvania SuperLawyers Top 100 in both Criminal Defense and Personal Injury, Newsweek Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates Top 100, Top Rated Attorneys in Philadelphia as published in The Wall Street Journal, Philadelphia Inquirer, and the The Legal Intelligencer, The National Advocacy for DUI Defense Top 100 Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Attorneys, Martindale-Hubbell AV rated for "pre-eminent" legal ability and ethics, rated 10.0/10.0 on AVVO.COM, Pennsylvania's "Rising Star" Published in Philadelphia Magazine, 2005; Pennsylvania "Lawyer on the Fast Track" by the Legal Intelligencer, 2006. First Attorney Ever Awarded the Montgomery County District Attorney's Medal by District Attorney Bruce Caster, 2000; Co-Author: Montgomery County Criminal Law Handbook. Classes/Seminars Taught: Pennsylvania Bar Institute's Annual Statewide Criminal Law Symposium 2007-2010; Harrisburg; Search and Seizure for Police Officers, Montgomery County District Attorney's Office; Criminal Law for the Family Lawyer, Montgomery Bar Association; Criminal Consequences of Protection From Abuse Litigation, Montgomery Bar Association; Advanced Issues in Criminal Law, Montgomery Bar Association; Everything You Need to Know About the New DUI Law, Montgomery Bar Association; Mike Marino's Killer Cross-Examination Techniques, Montgomery Bar Association; Recent Developments In Pennsylvania Sentencing, Montgomery Bar Association; Everything You Need to Know About the New Montgomery County Drug Court, Montgomery Bar Association; Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Law, Pennsylvania Bar Institute, Harrisburg; How to Run a Criminal Law Practice, Pennsylvania Bar Institute, Harrisburg; Should My Client Testify? Pennsylvania Bar Institute, Harrisburg. Member: Paul Harris Fellow; Hatboro Rotary, 2000-2004. Associate, Abeln Law Offices, 1995-1996. Assistant District Attorney, Montgomery County District Attorney, 1996-2000. Volunteer Attorney, The Innocence Project Senior Adult Activity Center in Indian Valley, 2000. Coach, Mount Saint Joseph's Academy Mock Trial Team (Montgomery County Champions), 2001-2004. Formerly with Narcotics Team and the Major Crimes Team of the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office, 1996-2000.

 

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Steven Fairlie got this award in 2021

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Communication
4.9
Quality of Service
5.0
Responsiveness
4.9
Value for Money
4.9
General Practice
Posted by anonymous
March 23, 2010
Hired Attorney

Very approachable and patient with complicated family problems.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
January 21, 2010
Hired Attorney

I found myself in a bit of trouble being caught for a DUI at a checkpoint. I was looking at anywhere from 5 days to 30 days with much more in fines and loss of employment. Mr Fairlie exceeded any expectation that I had and was able to get me down to 48 hours. I was never made any false promises and was told upfront what I can expect which means a lot. If u r looking for a fair honest responsive lawyer who follows through with what he says. I highly recommend Steve Fairlie.

 
Contracts
Posted by anonymous
December 15, 2009
Hired Attorney

We felt extremely lucky to have Steve Fairlie on our side in the courtroom. Throughout the entire process Mr. Fairlie demonstrated a professional approach, yet with a personal touch. From beginning to end, it was clear that our case really mattered to him and that he truly wanted to help us. He also helped us to feel comfortable with the process and was available to answer all of our questions and concerns. In the courtroom he thought of every angle and asked all the right questions - top notch!

 
Business Law
Posted by anonymous
June 25, 2009
Hired Attorney

I found Steve Fairlie to be an extremely competent and skilled attorney. Steve takes the time to understand the issues, ensures he has collected all the needed information and presents several options on how to proceed. I have found his advice and skills to be well thought out, meaningful and my outcomes are always positive. Steve goes above and beyond every time and always shows genuine concern for my needs. I would happily recommend Steve to anyone needing an attorney.

 
Felonies
Posted by anonymous
September 02, 2020
Hired Attorney

After moving out of PA I got a LifeLock alert about a legal issue in PA.I spent 2 weeks reviewing lawyers & making calls.Two lawyers weren't interested because I was out of state and one didn't know what LifeLock was.When I called Steve he was able to pull up the case on some website & give me info including there was a bench warrant which I was unaware of.Steve asked a couple of questions and was able determine what I did to cause the charges and explain why charge date was months after the crime.Steve did offer lower cost lawyers in his practice but I retained him for the case.I worked with Steve for almost a year on a fixed fee to get my case resolved. Most of the work was via phone, email, and texts.We didn't meet until the warrant hearing.Steve was always professional,on time & prepared.The bench warrant he was able get me off with no bail so I could return to OH.The felony I walked with 2 misdemeanors,no fine and 6 months of call-in probation.I would definitly hire Steve again.

 
DUI/DWI
Posted by Christopher
January 29, 2025
Hired Attorney

I retained Christine. She was understanding and protected me, upholding the burden of proof and brought results I am highly satisfied with. Christine is understanding, smart, knowledgeable. She brought results I am highly satisfied with.

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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury 7
    • Boating Accidents
    • Dog Bites
    • Motorcycle Accidents
    • Sexual Abuse
    • Slip and Fall
    • Wrongful Death
    • Automobile Accidents
  • Criminal Law 13
    • Death Penalty
    • DUI/DWI
    • Expungements
    • Felonies
    • Federal Criminal Law
    • Homicide
    • Misdemeanors
    • Parole and Probation
    • Sex Crimes
    • Theft
    • Traffic Violations
    • Weapons Charges
    • Drug Crimes
  • Whiplash
  • Litigation 1
    • Complex Litigation
  • Drivers License Suspension
  • Assault
  • Civil Practice
  • Construction Law 2
    • Construction Accidents
    • Construction Defects
  • Medical Malpractice 1
    • Failure to Diagnose
  • Products Liability 1
    • Automotive Products Liability
  • Airbag Injury
  • Restraining Orders
  • Torts 1
    • Mass Torts
  • White Collar Crime
  • Malicious Prosecution
  • Consumer Law 1
    • Identity Theft
  • Other 109
    • Accidents
    • Animal Attacks
    • Automobile Accidents and Injuries
    • Aquatic Injuries
    • Automobile Negligence
    • Bicycle Accidents
    • Bodily Injury
    • Brain Injury
    • Bus Accidents
    • Catastrophic Injury
    • Commercial Vehicle Liability
    • Cumulative Trauma
    • Electrical Injury
    • Head Injury
    • Motor Vehicle Accidents and Injuries
    • Pedestrian Injuries
    • Personal Injury Appeals
    • Personal Injury Arbitration
    • Personal Injury Mediation
    • Plaintiffs Personal Injury
    • School Bus Accidents
    • Severe Burns
    • Spinal Injury
    • Third Party Wrongful Death
    • TMJ Dysfunction
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Unintended Acceleration
    • Trial Practice
    • U.S. Supreme Court Litigation
    • Assault and Battery
    • Burglary
    • Capital Offenses
    • Civil Forfeiture
    • Crime Victims Compensation
    • Criminal Appeals
    • Criminal Conspiracy
    • Criminal Defense
    • Criminal Forfeiture
    • Criminal Fraud
    • Criminal Investigation
    • Criminal Prosecution
    • Driving While Intoxicated
    • Electronic Surveillance
    • Extortion
    • Extradition
    • Forensic DNA
    • Forgery
    • Grand Jury Practice
    • Habeas Corpus
    • Hit and Run
    • Mail Fraud
    • Manslaughter
    • Murder
    • Money Laundering
    • Post-Conviction Remedies
    • Search and Seizure
    • Sexual Assault
    • Shoplifting
    • Stalking
    • Vehicular Homicide
    • Victims Rights
    • Wire Fraud
    • Wiretapping
    • Breast Implant Litigation
    • Business Crimes
    • Construction Arbitration
    • Construction Claims
    • Stucco Litigation
    • Drugs and Narcotics
    • Civil Drug Forfeiture
    • Controlled Substances Law
    • Drug Forfeiture
    • Drug Trafficking
    • Birth Trauma
    • Gynecology Malpractice
    • Medical Negligence
    • Pediatric Malpractice
    • Orthopedic Malpractice
    • Optometric Malpractice
    • Surgeons Liability
    • Wrong Site Surgery
    • All Terrain Vehicle Products Liability
    • Automotive Crashworthiness
    • Automotive Design Liability
    • Recreational Vehicle Products Liability
    • Vehicle Rollovers
    • Civil Liability
    • Intentional Torts
    • Tort Liability
    • Embezzlement
    • White Collar Criminal Defense
    • Bribery
    • Criminal Antitrust
    • Forensic Accounting
    • Forensic Medicine
    • Forensic Science
    • International Criminal Law
    • International Extradition
    • Juvenile Delinquency
    • Fraud and Deceit
    • Art Fraud
    • Automobile Fraud
    • Civil Fraud
    • Fraud
    • Motor Vehicle Accidents
    • Personal Injury Defense
    • Subway Accidents
    • Tourist Injuries
    • White Collar Fraud

Practice Details

  • Languages
    Some Spanish
    Fluent Spanish Speaking Paralegal On Staff
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Managing Partner
    Firm Name
    Fairlie & Lippy, P.C.
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Commonwealth v. Jonathan Fisher, 769 A.2d 1116, 564 Pa. 505 (2001)
    Commonwealth v. Monaco, 869A.2d 1026 (Pa.Super.2005).
  • Additional Links
    http://fairlielaw.net/ https://www.fairlielaw.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1995, Pennsylvania
    1996, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
    2000, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
    2002, U.S. Supreme Court
    2007, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
    Memberships
    Montgomery County (Chairman, Criminal Defense Committee, 2001-present
    Member, Trial Lawyers' Section
    Member, Judiciary Committee
    Member, Bench Bar Committee), Bucks County, Philadelphia (Associate Member) and Pennsylvania (Member: Professionalism Committee
    Civil Litigation Section) Bar Associations
    Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Member, Hotline Panel Experts Committee)
    Montgomery County Criminal Defense Committee (Chairman, 2001—)
    Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association
    Montgomery American Inn of Court.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University
    Class of 1995
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
    Class of 1990
    with distinction

    University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
    Class of 1990
    International Government

    Lafayette College
    Class of 1991
    A.B.
    Government and Law

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Managing Partner at Fairlie & Lippy, P.C.
5.0
79 reviews

1501 Lower State Road, Ste 304North Wales, PA 19454-1216U.S.A.

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  • Monday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM

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    Yes, Steven Fairlie has a 4.9 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Fairlie & Lippy, P.C. has 9 attorneys at this location.
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    Steven Fairlie attended Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University.
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    Fairlie & Lippy, P.C. was established in 2009.

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