Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Lancaster County, PA
At Gardner & Stevens, we have built a reputation as trusted legal advocates serving Lancaster County, PA for over 35 years. Our team of experienced attorneys specializes in family law, personal injury, estate planning, business law, and criminal defense, delivering tailored solutions to meet each client's unique needs. Recognized by prestigious organizations including the Million Dollar Advocates' Forum, Avvo, and Martindale-Hubbell, we combine legal expertise with a commitment to community service. Our attorneys maintain active roles in the Pennsylvania and Lancaster Bar Associations, ensuring we remain at the forefront of legal developments.With offices in Ephrata and Lititz, we offer flexible scheduling, including evening and telephone appointments, and provide free consultations for personal injury cases. Our dedication to excellence has earned us consistent recognition in the Lancaster News Best of List, while our community involvement spans local charities, education foundations, and volunteer organizations. We approach every case with personalized attention, combining courtroom experience with compassionate guidance to achieve favorable outcomes for our clients.
Services
Family Law
Personal Injury
Estate Planning
Business Law
Criminal Defense
Real Estate Law
Employment Law
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of combined legal experience across multiple practice areas
- Our attorneys hold top ratings from Avvo and Martindale-Hubbell
- We provide free initial consultations for personal injury cases
- Our team maintains active leadership roles in local bar associations
- We combine courtroom excellence with personalized client service
Associations and certifications
- Million Dollar Advocates' Forum
- Avvo
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Pennsylvania Bar Association
- Lancaster Bar Association
What people say
Exceptional legal expertise
Compassionate representation
Proven track record
Community involvement
Flexible scheduling
Services
Family Law
Our family law attorneys handle divorces, child custody disputes, and spousal support matters with compassionate guidance. We provide strategic representation for complex family legal issues including adoptions and protection from abuse cases. Our attorneys serve clients across Ephrata, Lititz, and all Lancaster County communities.
Estate Planning
We offer comprehensive estate planning services including wills, trusts, and power of attorney documents. Our attorneys help clients protect assets and plan for future healthcare and financial decisions. We serve individuals and families throughout Lancaster County with personalized estate solutions.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury lawyers represent clients in car accidents, wrongful death, and slip-and-fall cases. We pursue maximum compensation for medical expenses and damages through skilled negotiation and litigation. Free consultations are available for all personal injury matters.
Business Law
We assist businesses with formation, contracts, and regulatory compliance. Our services include entity selection, partnership agreements, and commercial litigation representation. We support local businesses in Ephrata, Lititz, and surrounding Pennsylvania communities.
Criminal Defense
Our defense attorneys represent clients facing criminal charges including DUI, traffic violations, and felony offenses. We provide aggressive legal representation to protect clients' rights and minimize potential consequences through trial or plea negotiations.
People
Kurt A. Gardner
Attorney
Lancaster County native with 35+ years of legal experience. Specializes in family law, personal injury, and estate planning. Active community leader and Million Dollar Advocates Forum member.
John C. Stevens
Attorney
Experienced family law and business law attorney. Served on multiple local education and police foundation boards. Recognized for community service and legal expertise.
Rachel A. Grove
Attorney
Specializes in family law and criminal defense. Former domestic violence services attorney with extensive trial experience in protection from abuse cases.
Andrew S. Walls
Attorney
Estate planning and business law specialist. Combines legal expertise with community service experience including volunteer firefighting and youth organization leadership.
Connie J. Stevens
Attorney
Estate planning specialist with experience in probate and trust administration. Active in community legal education and professional development programs.
Questions
What areas of law does Gardner & Stevens handle?
We practice family law, personal injury, estate planning, business law, criminal defense, real estate law, and employment law.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all personal injury cases at our Ephrata and Lititz offices.
How can I schedule an appointment outside regular hours?
We offer flexible scheduling with evening and telephone appointments available to accommodate client needs.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, checks, and major credit cards including Visa, MasterCard, and Discover.
Are your attorneys involved in the local community?
Our attorneys serve on multiple local boards and foundations, including education organizations and community service groups.
Do you serve areas beyond Lancaster County?
While based in Lancaster County, we handle cases throughout Pennsylvania and assist clients in surrounding regional jurisdictions.
