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William C Morlok
also known as Bill Morlok
About William
Biography
I am an attorney who has built a career around advocacy and litigation. I am a life long resident of Philadelphia and utilize the associated vigor in my practice . My practice is concentrated in toxic tort, personal injury, and workers' compensation. Currently, I am licensed to practice law in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey. I also am a certified arbitrator and mediator for the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia.
In 2005 I earned my Bachelor of Science in Labor and Industrial Relations from Pennsylvania State University, University Park Campus. I then attended Rutgers School of Law-Camden, graduating in 2009. During law school, I was an intern at the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office and certified by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to represent the Office in court. Throughout law school, I was heavily involved in the Trial Advocacy Competition Team and was a founding member and teacher of a trial competition class. Upon graduation, I was awarded the Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association James J. Manderino Award for Trial Advocacy, which is awarded to one graduate from each of the Philadelphia law schools who has shown outstanding abilities in the area of trial advocacy.
Following law school, I was an associate at a small firm in Philadelphia and then a law clerk for the late, Honorable David E. Krell in the Superior Court of New Jersey. Subsequently I was a law clerk in the Complex Litigation Center in the Civil Trial Division, First Judicial District, Court of the Common Pleas of Pennsylvania, assigned to the Honorable Ricardo C. Jackson, S.J..
In my present position at Swartz Campbell I maintain a wide range of matters in the practice areas of asbestos litigation, person injury, workers' compensation. I have had the pleasure of handling matters on both the plaintiff and defense sides of the table. This has given me a unique perspective and greatly influenced how I advocate and negotiate.
I take great pride in my work and am always available to speak to a client or someone seeking legal counsel. I presently live in the Graduate Hospital neighborhood of Philadelphia with my wife and pit-bull rescue.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-350 per hour
Contingency
35%-35%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New Jersey for 16 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 16 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
The Morlok Firm, LLC
1325 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19107
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Posted by Steven | August 07, 2015 | Litigation
Amazing job!!
Mr Morlok was a fantastic lawyer. Before any court date, we sat down and discussed the case at hand. His opinions, advice, and recommendations were excellent. After our first court date, he insisted we kept in contact, and met in person a few more times to make sure things get handled correctly. In ...
Posted by Kathryn | January 22, 2015
Highly recommended, talented attorney
Mr. Morlok is an intelligent, passionate, and extremely talented attorney who I would absolutely recommend to anyone seeking legal advice. We have contacted Bill on many occasions for a variety of reasons, and in every interaction he listens to our concerns, provides thoughtful insight backed by cas...
Posted by Zack | January 06, 2015
Committed, thoughtful professional
Bill was a consummate professional in my dealings with him on a recent legal matter. Prompt, attentive, and he clearly enjoys what he does! Most of all, I often find lawyers to be intimidating and stern, but Bill was easy to speak with and very much a people person, which goes a long way toward makin...
William C Morlok's Lawyer Endorsements
"Bill is a young, hard working, diligent and extremely capable attorney. I wish he'd come to work with me!"
"Mr. Morlock does an excellent job advocating for his clients in court. His trial strategy and execution is top notch."
"Although we opposed each other on a Motion, I greatly respected the way William was honest and candid about his position. He was able to zealously represent his client while considering the opinions of the other parties in the case. This quality is one that is is easily lost in the litigation world."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Bill is detail oriented, outcome focused, and aggressive in the way he approaches a case. Always well informed and studied, he is an expert at getting the most for his client out of every negotiation. A first rate advocate and practitioner."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Bill is always well prepared and composed making him an attorney you can rely on and a true pleasure to deal with. I was impressed with his advocacy when we first met as interns and not surprised he has developed such a strong professional reputation as an attorney."
"Bill understands what's at stake and will treat you the way you deserve to be treated. He's professional, capable and passionate."
"Bill is an effective, intelligent litigator. He takes unique approaches to complex problems, and is a natural in the courtroom. I endorse Bill without hesitation."
"Bill is an extremely intelligent and resourceful attorney, and any client would be fortunate to have Bill working on their case. We've been professional colleagues since we both entered the practice and I've always been impressed with Bill's dedication to his work and his accessible and straight-forward approach to working with people. I strongly recommend him and his colleagues."
"I endorse Bill because he is a straight-shooter and holds no punches. He is a talented advocate that shines in the courtroom. A lawyer that is dedicated, intelligent, and determined is somebody you want on your side."
"I endorse this lawyer as a professional in the community with a fine reputation."
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"Having known Mr. Morlok for over a decade now, I can speak without hesitation as to his work ethic, legal knowledge, client-centric approach to the practice, and intelligence. I endorse Mr. Morlok."
"Mr. Morlok is a highly skilled litigator and strong advisor. I have known him for a number of years and have always been impressed by his preparedness, his knowledge of the law, and his ability to deliver results."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. When choosing an attorney, Bill possesses all the qualities you would want. He really takes the client's case to heart and works tirelessly to get the best outcome possible. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Bill has the benefit of being both street smart AND book smart, a rare find in a criminal attorney. His advocacy skills set him apart from other attorneys, which is why I refer him my criminal matters."
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Experience
Honors
2009
James J. Manderino Award for Trial Advocacy, Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association
2009
Pro Bono Award, Rutgers University School of Law - Camden
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, McDonald Wilson & Morlok, LLC
2013 - Present
Of Counsel, Swartz Campbell
2011 - 2013
Law Clerk, Complex Litigation Center - Court of Common Pleas - First Judicial District
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, State Of New Jersey Judiciary
2009 - 2010
Attorney, Small Philadelphia Law Firm
Associations
2013 - 2015
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2013
CASABoard Member
2009 - 2010
Philadelphia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - 2010
New Jersey Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2010
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Williams v. Client
Resolved for less than 5% of initial demand
Taccard v. Client
Favorably dismissed
Hales v. Client
Matter was dismissed
Hardwick v. Client
Extremely favorable arbitration award
Scrudato v. Client
Summary Judgment granted
Whelan v. Client
Summary Judgement granted
Education
2009
Rutgers University School of Law - Camden
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Pennsylvania State University, University Park (main campus)
BS - Bachelor of Science
2001
Friends Select School
High School Diploma
Speaking Engagements
2011
Rutgers Trial Team
Trial Advocacy
Languages
English
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