J. Timothy (Tim) George - Erie, PA
Attorney at Purchase, George & Murphey, P.C.
Car, Truck & Motorcycle Accidents Lawyers in Erie, PA
2525 West 26th Street Suite 200 Erie, PA 16506 - 3254
- Free Consultation
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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34
Years
Experience
Erie Car, Truck & Motorcycle Accidents Lawyer
Updated: 02/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Car, Truck & Motorcycle Accidents 50%
- Criminal Justice, Felonies, Misdemeanors & DUI 40%
- Medical Malpractice & Nursing Home Negligence 5%
- Personal Injury - General 5%
Litigation: 100%
Attorney Information
Overview
Get our free books before you meet with a lawyer. Just Call (814) 580-5017. You have lots of questions. Don't know where to start? Get answers about DUI or car accident cases in Pennsylvania in our free consumer books, written by Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Tim George & Eric Purchase. Or call for a free consultation.
You get answers to your questions - and time with your lawyer. We limit the cases we accept in order to give you more time and attention. The more information you get, the better decisions you make, and the better results we can achieve together.
The right mix of experience. Tim credits the training provided by more experienced lawyers with whom he has worked for almost 25 years, his time as a criminal prosecutor, and his experience as an Army lawyer with shaping his "clients-come-first" practice.
Tim was called to active duty for one year in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2009 and continues to serve as an Army lawyer holding the rank of Major. He says, "Young Soldiers leaving their families behind have lots of questions, want information, and battle fear of the unknown much like our clients who have never been involved in the civil or criminal justice system. For most Soldiers, it was their first war. For many of our clients, it's your first time facing criminal charges or the first time you were hurt in a car or truck accident. You want - and deserve - answers to your questions and time to work through your options. You also want the best results possible. We help you do that at Purchase & George, P.C."
What others think about us. After returning from Iraq, Tim formed Purchase & George, P.C. in 2010 with Eric Purchase. Both lawyers are rated 10/10 by Avvo and AV-Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, the oldest lawyer rating company in the country. Both also are recognized as Super Lawyers, an independent service using a patented selection process used to identify outstanding lawyers in particular practice areas. However, lawyer ratings are only one factor that you should consider when selecting a lawyer for you and your case. Other factors include what other clients say (check out our reviews) and whether after meeting a lawyer you feel like he or she listens to you, understands your concerns, and whether he or she is a "good fit" for you and your case.
Helping you & your family. Tim says, "Our objectives are to defend freedom and pursue justice and, in the end, help people and their families." You want good information and clear communication from your lawyer in order to work through the uncertainties of your case. We understand this. And you want a good result. So do we. You can get started by calling for our free consumer books today. Or you can schedule a free consultation at (814) 580-5017.
We don't accept every case. We are not a mill. We help people. One person at a time. One case at a time. Fewer cases for us means more time for you and your family. More time to meet. More time to explain. More time to get the best results we can for you. If you think we might be a good fit for you and your case, call us today at (814) 580-5017.
Convenient location for you. In 2004, we moved to 2525 West 26th Street in Erie after overseeing extensive renovations made there. The location is centrally located and easily accessible, just one block west of I-79. The location is convenient for clients throughout Northwestern Pennsylvania and offers free parking. Call for directions at (814) 580-5017.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- President's Award, Erie County Bar Association, 2006
- Super Lawyers® List – Criminal Defense
- 10/10 Avvo
- AV-Preeminent®, Martindale Hubbell
Other Sources of Feedback About J. Timothy (Tim) George
Included on the 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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The Dickinson School of Law,
Carlisle,
Pennsylvania, 1992
J.D.
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The Dickinson School of Law,
Carlisle,
Pennsylvania, 1992
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Non Legal Education
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St. Bonaventure University,
St. Bonaventure,
New York, 1989
B.S.
Major: Economics
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St. Bonaventure University,
St. Bonaventure,
New York, 1989
Past Positions
- Gifford, Lay & Johnson, Associate, 1992 - 1994
- James R. Steadman, Associate, 1994 - 1996
- Erie County, Part-Time Assistant District Attorney, 1996 - 1998
- Erie County, Part-Time Assistant Pubic Defender, 2002
- J. Timothy George, P.C. , Sole Practitioner, 1996 - 2010
References
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Robert May, Esquire
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Scott Calhoun
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Susan Frawley, C.P.A.
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Thomas Spagel
Languages
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English
Pro Bono Activities
- Volunteer Lawyer, Northwestern Legal Services
- Founder, Erie Veterans Free Legal Clinic, 2016 - Present
Representative Cases
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Wisinski v. American Commerce Insurance Company
- Citation: 2011 WL 13744 (W.D.Pa. Jan 4, 2011, Cohill, J.)
- Court: W.D.Pa.
- Year: 2011
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Com. v. Lehman
- Citation: 857 A.2d 2004
- Court: Superior Court
- Year: 2004
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Smith v. PennDOT
- Citation: 800 A.2d 2002
- Court: Commonwealth Ct.
- Year: 2002
Ancillary Businesses
Judge Advocate, Pennsylvania Army National Guard, 2nd Infantry Brigade, 28th Infantry Division, Washington, PA (2003 - present)
Published Works
Articles
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A Roadmap to Justice : The Ultimate Guide to Car Accident Cases in PA, Word Association Publishers, 2010
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Defending Freedom: The Ultimate Guide to DUI Cases in Pennsylvania, Word Association Publishing, 2010
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What Others Say About Us, 2017
Bar Admissions
- Pennsylvania, 1992
- U.S. District Court Western District of Pennsylvania, 1992
Other Affiliations
- Pennsylvania Association for Justice (Member)
- Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (Member)
- Erie County Bar Association, Past Chair, Criminal Section, 2010 - Present
- Erie County Bar Association, Chair, Judiciary Committee, 2016 - Present
- Erie County Bar Association, Board of Director, 2018-2021
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Contact
2525 West 26th Street
Suite 200
Erie, PA 16506 - 3254
Phone: 814-273-2010 (Main Phone)
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