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Edward E. Knauss IV, Personal Injury Attorney in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Over 52 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp · 4.2/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

MemberatMetzger Wickersham

Harrisburg, PA

Practicing personal injury in Harrisburg since 1974.

52+
Years practicing
4.2 ★
2 client reviews
1
Bar admission

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Edward E. Knauss IV is a member based in Harrisburg, PA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Edward has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Metzger Wickersham. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Based in
Harrisburg, PA
Experience
over 52 years
Known for
Personal Injury · Workers Comp
  • Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from Harrisburg, PA.
  • Over 52 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Edward E. Knauss IV: Edward E. Knauss IV is a member based in Harrisburg, PA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Edward has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Metzger Wickersham. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Edward takes on

Edward concentrates on personal injury and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Edward handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Edward takes personal injury matters in Harrisburg, 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 Edward agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Edward takes workers comp matters in Harrisburg, 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 Edward agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Edward E. Knauss IV — personal injury lawyer in Harrisburg

Edward E. Knauss IV is a member based in Harrisburg, PA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Edward has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Metzger Wickersham. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Mr. Edward E. Knauss IV is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation. Edward received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. Edward practices at Metzger Wickersham in Harrisburg, PA.

Working with Edward on a personal injury matter

Mr. Edward E. Knauss IV is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation. Edward received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. Edward practices at Metzger Wickersham in Harrisburg, PA.

Who Edward represents

Edward reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in Harrisburg and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Dickinson School of Law

    J.D. · 1974

  • Harvard University

    B.A. · 1971

Jurisdictions

Edward's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania

    1974 · ACTIVE

Edward studied at J.D. in Dickinson School of Law and B.A. in Harvard University.

Law school and academic background

Edward completed J.D. in Dickinson School of Law and B.A. in Harvard University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Edward runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Edward has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Edward's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Dauphin County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations Pennsylvania Defense Institute

    membership

Locations

Edward E. Knauss IV's office in Harrisburg

Edward's primary office is at 2321 Paxton Church Rd., Harrisburg, PA, 17110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Metzger Wickersham

2321 Paxton Church Rd.

Harrisburg, PA 17110

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Edward E. Knauss IV — 4.2/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Edward. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Harrisburg.

4.2

2 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire Edward E. Knauss IV — 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 Edward usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Edward charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edward'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; Edward will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Harrisburg, 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 Edward

Edward 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. Edward confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Edward'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 Edward E. Knauss IV

  • How much does it cost to hire Edward for a personal injury case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Edward walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Edward offer a free consultation?

    Edward charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edward's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Edward'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. Edward gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Edward take my case if I'm outside Harrisburg?

    Edward 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 — Edward 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 Edward?

    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. Edward will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Edward accepting new personal injury clients right now?

    Edward's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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