Atty. Gene Locks

Atty. Gene Locks

Gene Locks is a lawyer practicing mesothelioma, asbestos, products liability and 3 other areas of law. Gene received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 63 Years Experience 63 year
Call (215) 995-1491

Profile Summary

About Gene Locks at a glance

Gene Locks is a Founding Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Locks Law Firm. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1963), District of Columbia (1975), New Jersey U.S. Court of Appeals Third Circuit, U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, (1983), and New York (1994). Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D., 1962) and Princeton University (B.A., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Philadelphia, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gene Locks is a lawyer practicing mesothelioma, asbestos, products liability and 3 other areas of law
  • Gene received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • Gene practices at Locks Law Firm in Philadelphia, PA and 2 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

Gene Locks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gene Locks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Product Liability

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gene Locks

Where is Gene Locks's law office located?
Gene Locks's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Locks Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gene Locks handle?
Gene Locks focuses on business, product liability, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Gene Locks practiced law?
Gene Locks has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did Gene Locks go to law school?
Gene Locks earned their education at (J.D., 1962); (B.A., 1959).
How can I contact Gene Locks for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gene Locks received?
Gene Locks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia Law School
- 1962
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1963
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1975
New Jersey U.S. Court of Appeals Third Circuit, U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia,
Admitted: 1983
New York
Admitted: 1994

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