Atty. William J. Fulton

Atty. William J. Fulton

In 1977 William J. Fulton graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of law, returned to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and began his career practicing criminal law as a Dauphin County Public Defender.

Harrisburg Harrisburg 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About William J. Fulton at a glance

William J. Fulton is a Member based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, practicing at William J. Fulton. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, traffic, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1977), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1984), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1985). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1977) and Gettysburg College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dauphin County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Harrisburg, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • In 1977 William J. Fulton graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of law, returned to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and began his career practicing criminal law as a Dauphin County Public Defender
  • Since then, he has devoted the majority of his practice to representing clients from all walks of life in defense of criminal allegations in State and Federal Courts throughout central and Eastern Pennsylvania
  • His practice is not geographically confined, but most of his cases are heard in Dauphin and surrounding Central Pennsylvania counties
  • Since 1991, Attorney Fulton has maintained his own practice from offices at 106 Walnut Street in downtown Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
  • The Dauphin County Courthouse is one block to the South and the Federal Courthouse is two blocks up Walnut Street to the East
  • The State Capitol Building and most Commonwealth agency offices are within walking distance

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Fulton's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Traffic Violations

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Civil Litigation

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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 Harrisburg 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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Where is William J. Fulton's law office located?
William J. Fulton's law practice is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The firm is William J. Fulton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Fulton handle?
William J. Fulton focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, traffic, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has William J. Fulton practiced law?
William J. Fulton has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did William J. Fulton go to law school?
William J. Fulton earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
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What awards or recognition has William J. Fulton received?
William J. Fulton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1977
B.A.
Gettysburg College
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1985

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