Atty. William T. Cannon

Atty. William T. Cannon

William T. Cannon is a lawyer practicing federal criminal law, state criminal law, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About William T. Cannon at a glance

William T. Cannon is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at William T. Cannon, P.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1971), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1976), California (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1978). Educated at Villanova University (J.D., 1970) and La Salle University (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Philadelphia and Pennsylvania Bar Associations State Bar of California The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William T. Cannon is a lawyer practicing federal criminal law, state criminal law, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from La Salle University in 1964, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • William practices at William T. Cannon, P.C. in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

William T. Cannon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William T. Cannon 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.

William T. Cannon is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 T. Cannon is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William T. Cannon is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Federal Crimes

William T. Cannon is one of 6,773 federal crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse federal crimes attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Product Liability

William T. Cannon is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 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 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 T. Cannon

Where is William T. Cannon's law office located?
William T. Cannon's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is William T. Cannon, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William T. Cannon handle?
William T. Cannon focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has William T. Cannon practiced law?
William T. Cannon has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did William T. Cannon go to law school?
William T. Cannon earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact William T. Cannon for a consultation?
You can contact William T. Cannon 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 T. Cannon received?
William T. Cannon's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Villanova University
- 1970
B.A.
La Salle University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1976
California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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