Overview
Founded in 1948, Lenahan & Dempsey represents seriously injured people throughout Northeastern/Central/South Central Pennsylvania, The Pocono Mountains region and beyond. Our Firm has also been at the forefront of Insurance Bad Faith plaintiff's litigation in Pennsylvania. Lenahan & Dempsey was both trial and appellate counsel in the landmark Bad Faith case Hollock v Erie as well as winning a U.S. Supreme Court ruling (9-0) in the case of Consolidated Rail Corporation v Darrone. The Firm has grown to a staff of over 60 individuals who are dedicated to developing creative strategies and arguments for our clients. In addition to the Scranton Office, our firm has established offices in Wilkes-Barre Stroudsburg, Berwick, Tunkhannock and Montrose to better serve our clients. Seven of our attorneys have been certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy as Civil Trial Specialists. Six have earned the status of Certified Civil Pre-Trial Advocates. Three of our professionals have been Certified as Worker's Compensation Specialists. Lenahan & Dempsey, P.C. is listed in Best Lawyers in America and The Bar Register of Pre-Eminent Lawyers. The Firm holds a Martindale rating of AV Preeminent. Lenahan & Dempsey handles civil cases through all phases of litigation, including trial and appeal, in state and federal court, including the United States Supreme Court. With over 20 attorneys and a full support staff, including an in-house nursing consultant, our firm's size and resources allow us to work our client's cases to an expeditious conclusion.
Rankings
Regional
Northeastern Pennsylvania
Tier
1
Northeastern Pennsylvania
Insurance LawTier
1
Northeastern Pennsylvania
Litigation - InsuranceTier
1
Northeastern Pennsylvania
Personal Injury Litigation - PlaintiffsTier
1
Northeastern Pennsylvania
Product Liability Litigation - PlaintiffsTier
2
Northeastern Pennsylvania
Workers' Compensation Law - ClaimantsFirm Leadership
John R. Lenahan, Jr.
President
Timothy G. Lenahan
Managing Partner
Rankings
Regional
Northeastern Pennsylvania
Tier
1
Northeastern Pennsylvania
Insurance LawTier
1
Northeastern Pennsylvania
Litigation - InsuranceTier
1
Northeastern Pennsylvania
Personal Injury Litigation - PlaintiffsTier
1
Northeastern Pennsylvania
Product Liability Litigation - PlaintiffsTier
2
Northeastern Pennsylvania
Workers' Compensation Law - ClaimantsPractice Areas
Lenahan & Dempsey PC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 5 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
- Civil Rights Law
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Insurance
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Oil and Gas Law
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
Lenahan & Dempsey PC proudly has 8 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
Awards
Lenahan & Dempsey PC is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Lenahan & Dempsey PC has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Lenahan & Dempsey PC continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
* Three attorneys named to Best Lawyers in America. * Firm named a Tier 1 (highest possible) Personal Injury Firm by Best Lawyers in America * Firm rated AV® Preeminent™ 5.0 out of 5
Offices & Contacts
Scranton, PA
The Lenahan & Dempsey Professional Building, Suite 400
116 North Washington Avenue
Scranton, PA 18503
United States