Joseph E. "Joe" Lastowka, Jr.

Trusts and Estates

4.0 (1 reviews)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

19+ years experience

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

610-565-3701

https://www.eckellsparks.com/attorneys/joseph-e-lastowka-jr/

300 West State Street, Suite 300 Media PA US

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Bio

Joseph E. "Joe" Lastowka, Jr. has built a successful Trusts and Estates practice serving Pennsylvania. With a practice built over over 15 years, Joseph E. "Joe" Lastowka, Jr. understands Trusts and Estates from every angle. Joseph E. "Joe" Lastowka, Jr. is part of Eckell, Sparks, Levy, Auerbach, Monte, Sloane, Matthews & Auslander PC's commitment to quality representation. E. "Joe" Lastowka, Jr. is committed to providing personalized attention and strategic counsel to each client. Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania, E. "Joe" Lastowka, Jr. continues to serve the community with integrity.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Pennsylvania

State Capital

Harrisburg

Highest Court

Pennsylvania Supreme Court

Bar Association

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$225-$425/hr

Fee Model Notes

Estate planning often uses flat-fee packages, while probate disputes tend to be hourly.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Trusts and Estates

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Trusts and Estates
Special Focus: Elder
Special Focus: Estate Planning
Special Focus: Litigation
Special Focus: Probate
Special Focus: Special Needs
Special Focus: Tax
Special Focus: Trust Administration
Special Focus: Wealth Management

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006

Education

University of Pennsylvania, J.D., graduated 1966
Yale University, graduated 1963

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Reviews

Edward Robinson

3 months ago

Expert guidance on a complex family trust matter

I engaged Joe Lastowka to help restructure my family's trust, a process made complex by out-of-state beneficiaries and my mother's advancing age. His deep, 19-year focus on trusts and estates in Pennsylvania was immediately evident. He drew on his recognized expertise in elder law and estate planning to craft solutions that were both legally sound and sensitive to our family dynamics. His background from Penn Law and his long tenure at Eckell Sparks provided a reassuring depth of knowledge. While his billing is commensurate with his experience and the firm's stature, and response times can occasionally be a day or two during busy periods, the quality of his work is exceptional. He transformed a stressful situation into a well-organized plan, giving our family significant peace of mind.