Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Williamsport, PA
Established in 1862, McCormick Law Firm has served Central Pennsylvania with dedicated legal representation for over 160 years. Our practice spans critical areas including estate planning, workers' compensation defense, real estate, municipal law, and medical malpractice defense. We combine deep historical expertise with modern legal strategies to address complex cases across state and federal courts. Our team of 14 attorneys, including partners, counsel, and associates, provides personalized attention while maintaining aggressive advocacy in litigation and settlement negotiations. We serve diverse clients ranging from individuals to corporations, educational institutions, and governmental entities.Our Victorian-era headquarters at 835 West Fourth Street in Williamsport reflects our enduring legacy while our continuous remodeling ensures alignment with contemporary legal demands. Recognized in Best Lawyers 2026 and maintaining Super Lawyers distinctions, we prioritize minimizing legal risks for clients through proactive counsel. Our community involvement includes establishing a scholarship fund at Pennsylvania College of Technology in 2013. With multigenerational experience in professional liability and licensure, we protect clients' interests in intellectual property, employment law, and banking law matters.
Services
Estate Planning
Workers Compensation Defense
Real Estate Law
Medical Malpractice Defense
Municipal Law
Employment Law
Bankruptcy Representation
Intellectual Property
Litigation Services
Corporate Law
Highlights and features
- We offer 160+ years of continuous legal expertise in Pennsylvania
- Our team includes 14 attorneys with multigenerational professional liability experience
- We provide personalized attention while handling complex litigation cases
- Recognized in Best Lawyers 2026 and maintaining Super Lawyers distinctions
- We serve diverse clients from individuals to governmental entities
Services
Estate Planning
Our comprehensive estate planning service protects families through tailored strategies considering income, gift, and death tax consequences. We analyze personal and business interests to create customized plans that meet individual goals while ensuring proper asset transfer. With multigenerational expertise, we address complex estate administration needs for clients across Pennsylvania.
Workers Compensation Defense
We defend businesses against employee claims by managing insurance coordination and liability reduction strategies. Our attorneys educate employers on workers' compensation law guidelines while developing defense strategies that protect business interests. This practice includes representing clients before state agencies and in related litigation matters across Pennsylvania.
Medical Malpractice Defense
With decades of experience, we represent healthcare providers including physicians, nurses, and institutional clients against malpractice claims. Our defense strategies cover all stages of litigation and regulatory proceedings, leveraging deep understanding of healthcare law and licensure requirements to protect medical professionals' reputations and licenses.
Municipal Law
We provide legal counsel to local governmental entities on zoning, land development, and regulatory matters. Our services include representation before planning commissions, zoning boards, and other municipal authorities. We assist with land use regulations, subdivision approvals, and compliance with state and federal requirements.
Corporate Law
Our corporate law practice supports businesses of all sizes with transactional and litigation needs. We handle entity formation, contract negotiations, employment law issues, and regulatory compliance. Services include banking law support for financial institutions, commercial loan transactions, and bankruptcy restructuring matters.
People
Joanne C. Ludwikowski
Attorney, Partner
Experienced legal professional with extensive practice in Pennsylvania's legal matters, providing dedicated client representation and strategic counsel.
Marc F. Lovecchio
Attorney, Partner
Recognized legal expert with community service award recipient status, offering specialized knowledge in complex legal proceedings and client advocacy.
E. Eugene Yaw
Attorney
Seasoned attorney with demonstrated expertise in legal representation across various practice areas, maintaining active client engagement.
Stephen C. Hartley
Attorney
Dedicated legal practitioner with comprehensive understanding of Pennsylvania law, providing focused representation in assigned practice areas.
Kallie D. Vento
Attorney
Emerging legal professional with active involvement in case representation and client service across the firm's practice areas.
Questions
What areas of law does McCormick Law Firm specialize in?
We specialize in estate planning, workers' compensation defense, medical malpractice defense, municipal law, corporate law, and real estate matters across Pennsylvania.
How long has McCormick Law Firm been in operation?
Our firm has provided legal services since 1862, maintaining continuous operation for over 160 years in Central Pennsylvania.
What makes McCormick Law Firm different from other law firms?
Our combination of historical expertise, multigenerational experience, and personalized client attention distinguishes us while handling complex legal matters.
Do you represent both individuals and businesses?
Yes, we represent diverse clients including individuals, corporations, educational institutions, and governmental entities across Pennsylvania.
Where is McCormick Law Firm located?
Our main office is located at 835 West Fourth Street, Williamsport, PA 17701 in historic Victorian premises.
