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

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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

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4.8 /5.0

92 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Expungement

Posted by Arsh | March 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

A lifesaver

A lifesaver may seem to be a strong word, but it is not when you are facing a felony record for life any potential jailtime. When facing a serious case which could have resulted in a felony record, out of talking to at least 10 lawyers, Mr. Masorti stood out the most. His intelligence, grace, and ded...ication will protect you all the time at any time. He will do work without ever giving you tension, with you not even realizing the work he is putting into the case. Out of multiple charges that would have made me a felon, Mr. Masorti was able to get everything downgraded to one single misdemeanor charge, that after one year of the ARD program (pre-trial invertion, probation) that only required a court check in online once a month, would get expunged. He stands out in my mind as THE most impressive lawyer I have ever met. You cannot go wrong and will never question your decision in choosing Mr. Masorti.

Posted by michael | December 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Client

Phil is a wonderful attorney, a friend, and overall person. During my case, he made sure that I knew what was going on with every step. Whenever I felt uneasy, he always had a way of subsiding those feelings and reassuring me that everything was going to be okay. Phil always looked out for my best in...terest and made sure that all accommodations were met. Over the course of the case, we developed a very great relationship that stemmed outside of just business. He helped get me a resolution that will ultimately lead to the expungement of charges and sealing of my records. I wish nothing but the best for Phil and that he continues his great work because he is a great human being. Whether he knows it or not, I learned a lot from just being in his presence and observing his meticulous methodology.

Posted by F | July 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Highly Recommended

Early this year, for the first time ever, our family was in need of an attorney. Philip was the first attorney referred to me by the bail bondsman for my son, having personally used his legal services for his grandson. Phil personally answered my phone call on a Sunday evening and met us the very nex...t day. I knew as soon as we met Philip that he was the best attorney for my son. My son had a heated argument with his brother that became physical which led to police coming to the house. From that point on, everything continued to spiral down for not only my son, but our entire family. We had no idea how the legal system works and how long everything takes. Thanks to Phil, he took us through everything step by step. He listened to my son and developed a strong line of defense. Our son followed everything he was advised to do. Phil came through each time a court date was set, proceeding positively forward. When he tells you he is available anytime and any day; he means exactly that. He always answered each and every phone call whether it was from me, my wife, or our son. He kept us informed by email as well. He turned what was a harrowing situation for our family into a successful, winning situation. We couldn't be happier, he accomplished everything he set out to do for our son. The case was nol pros and all records will be expunged. Our son has his life and future back! With sincere thanks, F

Posted by Neef | April 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

The best IN the area

MAN!!! I don't know where to start with this... I went to 3 other attorneys and explained to them what I was going through for a high profile PSU hazing case. I was on T.V and this was really serious. The other attorneys didn't believe me and was already talking about taking a PLEA. I was a broke stu...dent that just graduated and I had my degree taken away and was expelled from PSU the last week of my college experience. "CRAZY" I know... When I walked in to Phil's office he told me listen you can not afford me but just meeting you here and now I not only believe you I want to represent you and we can do a payment plan for the money its not a big deal. Starting from the Preliminary hearing he never went against what I wanted or tried to take the easy way out he is ferocious in the court room and he doesn't back down for ANYTHING or ANYONE. HIS TRIAL SKILLS!!!!!!!! WOW!!! he even went to the extent to let me slap in the face with a rag in court. The way he articulated was so immaculate. The way he questioned the victim and other witnesses made it impossible to escape the actual truth. They say "the truth shall set you free" They need to rephrase the saying to "The truth or Philip Masorti shall set you free" I was found NOT GUILTY by the jury and Phil is getting my record expunged. THERE is not enough STARS to give him he is definitely someone who you NEED if you are facing any type of charges. I GAVE HIM THE BIGGEST HUG after because it was like I gained not only a lawyer but a friend in the process I cried in the end I was a free man.

Posted by GSM | August 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Excellent Personal Attorney

Attorney Masorti represented me at a time when nothing was right in my personal life. He handled my case professionally, while being personable and thoughtful. He managed to have the serious charges reduced to summary charges and eventually expunged from my record. I would highly recommend him for... your legal matters.

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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

Family lawyer

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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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