Philip M. Masorti

Philip M. Masorti

also known as Philip Masorti, Phil Masorti

4.8
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 33 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at State College, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Violent Crime

P. O. Box 000, State College, PA

About Philip

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

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.

35 years | 3,000 cases

40%
Sex Crime 30%

35 years

30%
Violent Crime 30%

35 years

30%

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 33 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1992

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Location

Masorti Law Group, pc

P. O. Box 000, State College, PA, 16801

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Philip M. Masorti's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

92 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 20 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Creative attorney handled a difficult case

Philip represented my son in a very difficult case involving mental health issues that resulted in aggravated assault charges against my son on 3 state police officers. Philip was very quick to establish a defense and stuck to his plan to the end. Having turned down at least two plea offers, Philip...s tactical approach resulted in an outcome that was even better than originally expected. He was thoughtful, creative, principled and above all else caring and understanding. i would highly recommend Philip for any criminal defense, especially a difficult one.

Posted by Robert | November 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

criminal law suit involving a traffic issue

Philip Masorti is the best attorney that i have ever worked with and strongly recommend him to anyone going through a criminal law suit. have a consult with him and explain the situation, he will let you know what is the best way to get you what you are looking for, very aggressive in the court room ...to get you the outcome you are looking for. this man is a PITBULL attorney and worth every penny, I am extremely satisfied with the work Philip was able to do for me. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED,hire him you will not be disappointed.

Posted by Tom Walrath | August 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent, thorough advocate.

I have known Mr. MASORTI professionally for over 10 years. I have witnessed him in action in the courtroom defending serious criminal charges. I have worked with him in cases and seen the preparation and dedication he gives to each client. I can only hope that I give the same zealous work ethic whic...h he shows to his cases. His dogged pursuit of justice for his clients is admired by myself and other lawyers in the rural counties to which he travels. His legal judgment and practice should be sought out if you have an unpopular charge and want fair and enthusiastic representation.

Posted by anonymous | June 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great defense

I sought out Philip on the basis of word-of-mouth from others when my son was involved in an altercation in which he had to physically defend himself. Philip carefully listened to our story, asked my son some very pointed questions about the circumstances of the altercation, took a few minutes to thi...nk about the case and then told us his view of what he heard from us. It was clearly a case of self-defense but stuff like this is never cut and dried. Philip laid out his ideas for the case and based on his response I hired him right there. Philip gathered information from all the parties that were present at the time of the incident, took photographs of the scene and my son's injuries and proceeded to make his case. He kept us informed after he presented his findings to the officer involved. Charges were never filed. I would recommend Philip to anyone who needs a great defense lawyer.

Posted by Dustin | August 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great guy, Great results

Phil is a great guy to work with. I was accused of theft. This was my first experience being accused of any type of crime. Phil explained everything and answered all of my questions in regards to the charges and preliminary hearing as this was all new to me. We spoke about what the possible out comes... could be and he steered me in the right direction on how he thought we should proceed at the preliminary hearing in order to get the results I wanted. Phil was able to get the charges dropped at the preliminary hearing. I was so relieved that all of this was behind me. The whole experience was as good as it could have been given the situation. If you need an lawyer who will do all he can to get the results you want Phil is your guy.

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Philip M. Masorti's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gregory Davidson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 05

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."

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Alfonso Gambone

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 05

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."

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Aaron Biichle

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 04

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."

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Brian Manchester

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

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."

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Ellis Klein

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

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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Marie Sullivan

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Wayne Bradburn

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Clients Choice Award, Avvo

2014

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2007

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2006

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

1992

Moot Court Captian, International Law Moot Court

1989

Scholar Athlete of the Year, East Stroudsburg University Alumni Association

1989

All Academic Award, Pennsylvania Athletic Conference

1989

Magna Cum Laude, East Stroudsburg University

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Founder & Senior Partner, Masorti Law Group, pc

Associations

1994 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1992 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

Centre County Bar Association

Member

Phi Alpha Theta

Member

Pi Gamma

Member

2002 - 2005

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board Member

2001 - 2002

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Executive Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

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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Education

1992

University of Dayton School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

East Stroudsburg University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1989

East Stroudsburg University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Small Firm Practice Workshop Small Firm Practice

2004

Daughters of the American Revolution

Medical Malpractice Reform

2001

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Young Lawyers Conference

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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