Atty. Gordon W. Prince

Atty. Gordon W. Prince

Gordon W. Prince is a business law attorney who joined Gawthrop Greenwood shortly after graduating number one in his class at Widener University Delaware Law School.

West Chester West Chester 7 yrs experience 7 year
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Profile Summary

About Gordon W. Prince at a glance

Gordon W. Prince is a business, real estate, and m&a attorney based in West Chester, Pennsylvania, practicing at Gawthrop Greenwood PC. They have 7+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2019. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association (2019). Educated at Widener University – Delaware Law School (J.D., 2019) and Gettysburg College (B.A., 2015). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in West Chester, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gordon W. Prince is a business law attorney who joined Gawthrop Greenwood shortly after graduating number one in his class at Widener University Delaware Law School
  • He focuses his practice in the firm’s Business Law Department and supports a broad range of transactional and general business entity matters including business formation, the drafting and negotiation of contracts and merger agreements, business compliance with state and federal law, and real estate and corporate governance
  • He is particularly attuned to the needs of local businesses, supporting mid-sized business clients with his authorship of Gawthrop Greenwood’s Guide to Buying and Selling a Business
  • Gordon was named to Best Lawyers®: Ones to Watch 2024, after undergoing rigorous review and confidential evaluations by top attorneys in his field
  • He has been named annually to Super Lawyers Rising Stars as well as Main Line Today‘s Top Lawyers and the Daily Local News’ Top Lawyers
  • In addition, Gordon serves on the Board of Directors of the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce
  • He is a member of the Chester County Bar Association and Pennsylvania Bar Association, as well as the Maritime Law Association of the United States
  • Gordon has served on the Delaware Supreme Court as a Wolcott Fellow to Chief Justice Strine, participating first-hand in the adjudication of cases that have a significant impact on the corporate world
  • In addition, he has spent time as a law clerk in multiple Philadelphia law firms that focused on criminal defense and insurance and subrogation law
  • As a former Class II patrolman for the Ocean City Police Department who also worked police security detail within the Ocean City Municipal Courthouse, Gordon has gained a unique operational understanding of the law and court system
  • A former captain of the Gettysburg College football team, Gordon stays involved in sports and is a resident of West Chester, where he enjoys walking his dog around town and attending local events with his wife

Practice Areas Explained

Gordon W. Prince's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gordon W. Prince 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.

Gordon W. Prince is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Gordon W. Prince is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Gordon W. Prince is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 West Chester 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 andnue, 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 Gordon W. Prince

Where is Gordon W. Prince's law office located?
Gordon W. Prince's law practice is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. The firm is Gawthrop Greenwood PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gordon W. Prince handle?
Gordon W. Prince focuses on business, real estate, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Gordon W. Prince practiced law?
Gordon W. Prince has 7+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2019.
Where did Gordon W. Prince go to law school?
Gordon W. Prince earned their education at (J.D., 2019); (B.A., 2015).
How can I contact Gordon W. Prince for a consultation?
You can contact Gordon W. Prince directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Gordon W. Prince received?
Gordon W. Prince's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law.

Education

J.D.
Widener University – Delaware Law School
- 2019
B.A.
Gettysburg College
- 2015

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rising Star 2022 - present
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Main Line Today
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyers 2020 - present
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Daily Local News
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyers 2022 - present
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The William J. Connor Memorial Award for Administrative Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association
Admitted: 2019

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