Atty. William P. Delaney

Atty. William P. Delaney

William P. Delaney is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, commercial law and 3 other areas of law.

Erie Erie 50 Years Experience 50 year
Call (582) 228-8707

Profile Summary

About William P. Delaney at a glance

William P. Delaney is a Partner based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at MacDonald, Illig, Jones & Britton LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circ (1976). Educated at Capital University Law School (J.D., 1976) and Gannon College (B.A. Political, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Erie County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association Federal Bar Association American College of Trial Lawyers. Serves clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William P. Delaney is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, commercial law and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Gannon College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • William practices at MacDonald, Illig, Jones & Britton LLP in Erie, PA

Practice Areas Explained

William P. Delaney's Areas of Practice

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

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 P. Delaney is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

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

William P. Delaney is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

William P. Delaney is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

William P. Delaney is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Erie 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 William P. Delaney

Where is William P. Delaney's law office located?
William P. Delaney's law practice is located in Erie, Pennsylvania. The firm is MacDonald, Illig, Jones & Britton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William P. Delaney handle?
William P. Delaney focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has William P. Delaney practiced law?
William P. Delaney has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did William P. Delaney go to law school?
William P. Delaney earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A. Political, 1972).
How can I contact William P. Delaney for a consultation?
You can contact William P. Delaney 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 P. Delaney received?
William P. Delaney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Capital University Law School
- 1976
B.A. Political
Gannon College
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circ
Admitted: 1976

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