
Gene Locks, Business Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Over 63 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Environmental, and General · 4.7/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Founding PartneratLocks Law Firm
Philadelphia, PA
Practicing business in Philadelphia since 1963.
- 63+
- Years practicing
- 4.7 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Gene Locks is a founding partner based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and General. Gene has over 63 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locks Law Firm. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Philadelphia, PA
- Experience
- over 63 years
- Known for
- Business · Environmental · General
- Handles Business, Environmental, and General matters from Philadelphia, PA.
- Over 63 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Gene Locks: Gene Locks is a founding partner based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and General. Gene has over 63 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locks Law Firm. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Gene takes on
Gene concentrates on business, environmental, general, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gene handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Product Liability
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Business cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Gene takes business matters in Philadelphia, 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 Gene agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Gene takes environmental matters in Philadelphia, 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 Gene agrees to represent you.
General cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Gene takes general matters in Philadelphia, 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 Gene agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Gene takes product liability matters in Philadelphia, 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 Gene agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Gene Locks — business lawyer in Philadelphia
Gene Locks is a founding partner based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and General. Gene has over 63 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locks Law Firm. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Gene Locks is a lawyer practicing mesothelioma, asbestos, products liability and 3 other areas of law. Gene received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years. Gene practices at Locks Law Firm in Philadelphia, PA and 2 others locations.
Gene's approach to business cases
Gene Locks is a lawyer practicing mesothelioma, asbestos, products liability and 3 other areas of law. Gene received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years. Gene practices at Locks Law Firm in Philadelphia, PA and 2 others locations.
Clients Gene works with
Gene reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, environmental, and general matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Columbia Law School
J.D. · 1962
Princeton University
B.A. · 1959
Jurisdictions
Gene's state bar admissions
New York
1994 · ACTIVE
New Jersey U.S. Cour
1983 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1975 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1963 · ACTIVE
Gene studied at J.D. in Columbia Law School and B.A. in Princeton University.
Law school and academic background
Gene completed J.D. in Columbia Law School and B.A. in Princeton University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gene runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Gene has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Gene's professional memberships and bar associations
Philadelphia, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
membership
Locations
Gene Locks's office in Philadelphia
Gene's primary office is at The Curtis Center, 601 Walnut Street, Suite 720 East, Philadelphia, PA, 19106. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Locks Law Firm
The Curtis Center, 601 Walnut Street, Suite 720 East
Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Client reviews of Gene Locks — 4.7/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Gene. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Philadelphia.
4.7
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How to hire Gene Locks — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gene usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gene charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gene'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; Gene will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Gene
Gene discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Gene confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gene's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Gene Locks
How much does it cost to hire Gene for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gene walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gene offer a free consultation?
Gene charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gene's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Gene's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple business 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. Gene gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gene take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?
Gene 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 — Gene 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 Gene?
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. Gene will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gene accepting new business clients right now?
Gene's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
Gene handles business matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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