Atty. William K. Eckel

Atty. William K. Eckel

William K. Eckel is a lawyer practicing public school law, domestic relations, estates planning and 4 other areas of law.

Johnstown Johnstown 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About William K. Eckel at a glance

William K. Eckel is a medical malpractice, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and real estate attorney based in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1967). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1966) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Johnstown, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William K. Eckel is a lawyer practicing public school law, domestic relations, estates planning and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • William practices in Johnstown, PA

Practice Areas Explained

William K. Eckel's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

William K. Eckel is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

William K. Eckel is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William K. Eckel is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

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

William K. Eckel is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Johnstown 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 William K. Eckel

Where is William K. Eckel's law office located?
William K. Eckel's law practice is located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William K. Eckel handle?
William K. Eckel focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, family law, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has William K. Eckel practiced law?
William K. Eckel has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did William K. Eckel go to law school?
William K. Eckel earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact William K. Eckel for a consultation?
You can contact William K. Eckel 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 William K. Eckel received?
William K. Eckel's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1966
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1963

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1967

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