Bill Pelhan, Personal Injury Attorney in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Product Liability · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatBill Pelhan Attorney at Law
Lancaster, PA
Practicing personal injury in Lancaster since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Bill Pelhan is a member based in Lancaster, PA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Bill has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bill Pelhan Attorney at Law. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Lancaster, PA
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Personal Injury and Product Liability matters from Lancaster, PA.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Bill Pelhan: Bill Pelhan is a member based in Lancaster, PA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Bill has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bill Pelhan Attorney at Law. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Bill's practice areas in Lancaster
Bill concentrates on personal injury and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bill handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Personal Injury cases in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Bill takes personal injury matters in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bill agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Bill takes product liability matters in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bill agrees to represent you.
Biography
Bill Pelhan, personal injury attorney serving Lancaster
Bill Pelhan is a member based in Lancaster, PA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Bill has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bill Pelhan Attorney at Law. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Bill works from Lancaster, Pennsylvania and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Bill Pelhan is a lawyer practicing product liability, plaintiff's personal injury. Bill received a B.S. degree from Clarion State College in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years. Bill practices at Bill Pelhan Attorney at Law in Lancaster, PA.
Bill's approach to personal injury cases
Bill Pelhan is a lawyer practicing product liability, plaintiff's personal injury. Bill received a B.S. degree from Clarion State College in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years. Bill practices at Bill Pelhan Attorney at Law in Lancaster, PA.
The kind of cases Bill takes
Bill reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and product liability matters in Lancaster and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Bill studied and practices
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
J.D. · 1977
Clarion State College
B.S. University · 1973
Jurisdictions
Bill's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
1978 · ACTIVE
Bill studied at J.D. in University of Pittsburgh School of Law and B.S. University in Clarion State College.
Law school and academic background
Bill completed J.D. in University of Pittsburgh School of Law and B.S. University in Clarion State College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bill runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Bill's legal honors and published work
Bill has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Bill's professional memberships and bar associations
Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
membership
Locations
Bill Pelhan's office in Lancaster
Bill's primary office is at 36 E. King St., Lancaster, PA, 17602. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Bill Pelhan — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Bill. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Lancaster.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Bill Pelhan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bill usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Bill charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bill's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Bill will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Bill
Bill discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Bill confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Bill's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Bill Pelhan
How much does it cost to hire Bill for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bill walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Bill offer a free consultation?
Bill charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bill's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Bill's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Bill gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Bill take my case if I'm outside Lancaster?
Bill is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Bill will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Bill?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Bill will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Bill accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Bill's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Lancaster, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
Bill handles personal injury matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
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