26 Years Experience / 3000+ cases resolved / Instructor Trial Advocacy - PSU Law School
I have been representing the rights of the criminally accused since 1992, and I have been involved in all aspects of criminal litigation from initial investigation to final appeal. I have tried to verdict well-over 80 criminal cases, and I have negotiated pre-trial resolutions in well-over 1,000 other criminal matters. My priority is defending clients with passion and skill against complicated and serious criminal prosecutions. I have dedicated my career to criminal defense and to the science of Trial Advocacy. I believe in representing my clients zealously and maneuvering cases through the criminal justice system as quickly and cost-effectively as possible. I am an active member of the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and I regularly complete more than 12 credit hours of ongoing legal education annually. I also have the privilege of teaching Trial Advocacy at Penn State School of Law. In my career, I have won acquittals on major cases including attempted murder, aggravated assault, drug deliveries, rape, sexual assault, conspiracy, arson, terroristic threats, simple assaults, burglary, criminal trespasses, DUI, indecent assault, unauthorized use, furnishing alcohol, recklessly endangering, and other serious charges. As a rule and guiding principle, I represent clients as though they were my own family member.
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I have been focused on criminal defense since 1992 and I have tried to verdict over 100 criminal matters. I have obtained acquittals on major felony cases including drug deliveries, sex assaults, robbery, burglary, conspiracy, attempted homicide, vehicular homicide, unauthorized use, aggravated assault, and criminal trespass. I have obtained acquittals on many misdemeanors including simple assaults indecent contact and DUI. We use advanced trial prep methods with emphasis on cross-examination.
28 years, 3,000 cases
28 years
28 years
Languages spoken
English
Masorti Law Group, pc
204 East Calder Way Suite 201
State College, PA, 16801
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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PA | Active | 1992 | 11/17/2019 |
Legal answers | 10 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
Clients Choice Award | Avvo | 2014 |
Super Lawyer | Pennsylvania Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Super Lawyer | Pennsylvania Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Super Lawyer | Pennsylvania Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Super Lawyer | Pennsylvania Super Lawyers | 2011 |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2009 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2008 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2007 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2006 |
Moot Court Captian | International Law Moot Court | 1992 |
Scholar Athlete of the Year | East Stroudsburg University Alumni Association | 1989 |
All Academic Award | Pennsylvania Athletic Conference | 1989 |
Magna Cum Laude | East Stroudsburg University | 1989 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder & Senior Partner | Masorti Law Group, pc | 1992 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 1994 - Present |
Pennsylvania Bar Association | Member | 1992 - Present |
Centre County Bar Association | Member | 1992 - Present |
Phi Alpha Theta | Member | N/A |
Pi Gamma | Member | N/A |
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Board Member | 2002 - 2005 |
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Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Executive Committee Member | 2001 - 2002 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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MasortiLawGroup.com | Right to Counsel | 2014 |
Centre Daily Times | Hearing Turns Heated for Stabbing Suspect | 2014 |
Altoona Mirror | Lawyer: Strike down state law | 2014 |
MasortiLawGroup.com | Courts Considering Constitutional Challenge to Mandatory Sentencing | 2014 |
MasortiLawGroup.com | Pennsylvania Elected Judges Threaten Judicial Legitimacy | 2014 |
MasortiLawGroup.com | Search and Seizure | 2014 |
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MasortiLawGroup.com | Drug Mandatory Sentences Declared Unconstitutional | 2014 |
Altoona Mirror | Judges Examine Drug Case Sentences | 2014 |
Altoona Mirror | Collegian Cleared of Rape Charges | 2013 |
The Morning Call | Sandusky's Lawyer Under Spotlight | 2011 |
The Daily Beast | Lawyers: Costas Interview 'Killed' Sandusky's Case | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Dayton School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1992 |
East Stroudsburg University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1989 |
East Stroudsburg University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1989 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Small Firm Practice Workshop | Small Firm Practice | 2014 |
Daughters of the American Revolution | Medical Malpractice Reform | 2004 |
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Young Lawyers Conference | 2001 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Commonwealth v. R.E. | Reduced to $25 dollar fine. All other charges dismissed |
Commonwealth v. K.W. | Not Guilty on all counts |
Commonwealth v K.A. | Not Guilty on all counts |
Commonwealth v Epps | not guilty all counts |
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Gregory Davidson, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 5, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Masorti is a force to be reckoned with in the Courtroom. He is a zealous advocate for his clients. I have seen him go above and beyond for his clients in and outside of the Courtroom. He relentlessly pursues his clients goals in every case that I have seen him have when I have been in Court with him. I highly recommend Attorney Masorti as a follow attorney in Centre County.
Alfonso Gambone, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 5, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Philip is a solid choice for any criminal defense matter. He has a fantastic reputation for getting great results for his clients.
Aaron Biichle, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 4, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Attorney Masorti. We have gone head-to-head in the courtroom in the past and, more recently, have fought side by side in the pursuit of criminal defense. His criminal law intellect is matched only by the empathy he shows to his clients. A vigorous fighter; I endorse Attorney Masorti.
Brian Manchester, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 4, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Philip Masorti is a hard working lawyer. He strives to do the best for his clients. I recently worked with him as co-counsel on a difficult Aggravated Assault While DUI case. The dedication he showed to his client to defend her against very serious charges as well as how he constantly kept his client informed was very impressive and I am not easily impressed. I would definitely work with him again in the future because he cares for his clients and works very hard for them.
Ellis Klein, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Phil is my "go-to" guy when referring clients who have gotten into some trouble in Centre County. Phil has done an excellent job for all cases that I have referred to him and I would highly recommend his services.
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