Mary-Jo Gilsdorf
Gilsdorf Law, LLC • Glen Mills, PA
Construction DevelopmentGeneral PracticePersonal InjuryReal Estate
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Contact
Email
Phone
(610) 572-4351
Address
P.O. Box 513, Glen Mills, PA, 19342, US
Professional
About
Mary-Jo Gilsdorf is a seasoned attorney and respected mediator with over two decades of experience in the legal field. As the founding principal of Gilsdorf Law, LLC, she specializes in general practice, personal injury, and real estate law, providing a comprehensive suite of legal services to clients in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania, and beyond. With a Juris Doctor degree from Villanova University School of Law and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Delaware, Mary-Jo has cultivated a robust legal career that began in the construction industry in 1997. Her extensive experience as in-house counsel has equipped her with a unique perspective on the complexities of construction law, making her a valuable asset to clients navigating this intricate sector. As a mediator and arbitrator, Mary-Jo has successfully facilitated over a hundred mediation and arbitration cases, demonstrating her commitment to resolving disputes efficiently and equitably. She is an active member of several prestigious panels, including the American Arbitration Association and various Common Pleas Courts in Pennsylvania, as well as the New Jersey Superior Court. Known for her client-focused approach, Mary-Jo is dedicated to providing personalized legal services that prioritize the needs and concerns of her clients, ensuring they receive the best possible outcome in every case.
About Construction Development Law
Construction attorneys handle legal matters in the building industry including contracts, disputes, liens, and regulatory compliance. Common matters include construction contracts, mechanic's liens, defect claims, delay disputes.
Credentials
Education
1989 Villanova University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1980 University of Delaware
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2021 AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2021 Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine 2021 Top Lawyer 2019, Mainline Today 2021 AV Premienent, Martindale-Hubbell®
Associations
2021 - Present Guy G. DeFuria American Inn of Court President Elect 2018 - Present Chester County Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee Co-chair 2015 - Present PA Council of Mediators Member 2015 - Present Pennsylvania Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee Member 2014 - Present Chester County Bar Association Associate Member
Speaking
2019 Delaware County Bench Bar Elements of a Residential Construction Claim 2018 In-house Training Working with Difficult People and Drafting an Award 2018 Bench-Bar Conference Building Blocks of Construction Law 2017 Real Estate Section Breakfast CLE Working with Standard AIA Contracts 2017 Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee Ethical Issues Facing Mediators
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Updated: May 25, 2026