Michael Edwin Kosik, Appellate Attorney in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 4.4/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
AttorneyatSchmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers
Harrisburg, PA
Practicing appellate in Harrisburg since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Michael Edwin Kosik is an attorney based in Harrisburg, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Michael has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Harrisburg, PA
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Appellate, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Harrisburg, PA.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Michael Edwin Kosik: Michael Edwin Kosik is an attorney based in Harrisburg, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Michael has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Michael's practice areas in Harrisburg
Michael concentrates on appellate, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Appellate cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Michael takes appellate 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Michael takes litigation 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Michael 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Michael takes product liability 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
Michael Edwin Kosik, appellate attorney serving Harrisburg
Michael Edwin Kosik is an attorney based in Harrisburg, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Michael has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. Michael works from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Michael Edwin Kosik is a lawyer practicing personal injury, product liability, appeals and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Wilkes College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. Michael practices at Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers in Harrisburg, PA.
Michael's approach to appellate cases
Michael Edwin Kosik is a lawyer practicing personal injury, product liability, appeals and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Wilkes College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. Michael practices at Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers in Harrisburg, PA.
The kind of cases Michael takes
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, litigation, and personal injury matters in Harrisburg and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Michael studied and practices
The Dickinson School of Law
J.D. · 1982
Wilkes College
B.S. Economics · 1979
Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2000 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1995 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1982 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1982 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at J.D. in The Dickinson School of Law and B.S. Economics in Wilkes College.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in The Dickinson School of Law and B.S. Economics in Wilkes College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Michael's legal honors and published work
Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Michael's professional memberships and bar associations
Dauphin County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations Pennsylvania Association for Justice
membership
Locations
Michael Edwin Kosik's office in Harrisburg
Michael's primary office is at 209 State Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Michael Edwin Kosik — 4.4/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Michael. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Harrisburg.
4.4
2 client reviews
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How to hire Michael Edwin Kosik — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael'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; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Michael
Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael Edwin Kosik
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Harrisburg?
Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?
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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new appellate clients right now?
Michael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Harrisburg, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
Michael handles appellate matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
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