Philip M. Masorti

Philip M. Masorti

also known as Philip Masorti, Phil Masorti

4.8
Rating: 9.8

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

Active

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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 16 - 20 of 31 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | July 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Unethical and dishonest attorney

Phil Masorti fraudulently represented my case before the honorable court of Centre County. Before, during, and after the time they motioned to sever as counsel they had regular phone and email contact and yet told the judge, on record, at the hearing for the motion to sever as counsel, they hadn'...t heard from me in months and had no way to get in contact with me severely damaging my credibility with the judge, resulting in my bail getting revoked. To repeat, Phil Masorti and his associates lied to the Centre County Court and I've produced several emails showing that they had regular contact with me in December 2013, January, February 2014 despite their false statements to the contrary. I've filed a complaint with the PA disciplinary board for them to review the matter.

Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Worth every single penny!

I hired Phil right after I got charged with an underage drinking citation and a public intoxication citation. What sets him aside from other lawyers is that he genuinely wants what is best and cares for his clients. I did not feel as if I was talking to a lawyer but rather someone a part of my family... who wanted the best for me. To make it short, with the help of Phil's expertise, wisdom, and dominance, both of my citations got thrown out. He was on top of things every step of the way and not once did I feel as if I hired the wrong lawyer. I will recommend Phil to my friends/ family if they are ever looking for a lawyer. He is worth every single penny!

Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

My lawyer

Philip Masorti is a great lawyer, fast, fair and reasonable. I needed someone fast, someone who would fight hard for me, that guy is Philip Masorti and will be for a long time. When my son was looking a years in jail, Phil fought hard and got him out in only one year, probation and a fine. Phil saved... my lifeson's life, gave him a second chance. Any questions at anytime, Phil was right on it. I'll be keeping Phil as my attorney from here on out, for everything and anything I need a lawyer for. Hes someone I can trust, so can you, trust in Phil!!!

Posted by Kristen | April 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A Lawyer who is truly there for you

I have thought long and hard on what to write about Philip Masorti and how his help changed my life. I had a second offense and I was terrified. I felt true despair over my circumstances and I thought my life would never be really good again. With a record that would be a cinder block around my an...kles preventing me from living a productive life. I put my trust in Philip. I cried all over him and shared my fear. He gave me clear inside to my circumstances. He refused to let me be afraid. He answered every question, replied to every text, took every phone call. He was never anything but professional and most of all to me he was kind. He worked endless on my behalf and was able to get me ARD. He gave me my life back and the ability to earn a clean record. Philip Masorti is the real deal. A real asset to the law and to humanity. Thank you doesn’t quite cover it.

Posted by Ona | April 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Great Defense Attorney

I feel so grateful to have had Philip Masorti as our lawyer when my son faced some legal troubles. Philip’s knowledge and experience, together with his confident and reassuring manner, put my mind at ease during that very trying time. He always returned my calls promptly and answered my questions and..., most importantly, knew just what steps to take to get the best possible outcome for my son. I highly recommend Philip!

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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:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2014

Clients Choice Award, Avvo

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, 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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