William H. Trask

William H. Trask, Business Attorney in West Chester, Pennsylvania

Over 12 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Litigation

AssociateatLamb McErlane PC

West Chester, PA

Practicing business in West Chester since 2014.

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William H. Trask is an associate based in West Chester, PA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. William has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lamb McErlane PC.

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West Chester, PA
Experience
over 12 years
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Business · Litigation
  • Handles Business and Litigation matters from West Chester, PA.
  • Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About William H. Trask: William H. Trask is an associate based in West Chester, PA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. William has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lamb McErlane PC.

Areas of practice

William's practice areas in West Chester

William concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in West Chester, Pennsylvania

William takes business matters in West Chester, 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 William agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in West Chester, Pennsylvania

William takes litigation matters in West Chester, 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 William agrees to represent you.

Biography

William H. Trask, business attorney serving West Chester

William H. Trask is an associate based in West Chester, PA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. William has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lamb McErlane PC. William works from West Chester, Pennsylvania and takes on business matters across the region.

Will is an associate in Lamb McErlane’s litigation group, working out of the firm’s Philadelphia office. His practice is concentrated in the areas of complex civil litigation, commercial litigation and defamation, representing individuals as well as local, national and international businesses in a wide array of contract and tort disputes.

Prior to joining Lamb McErlane, Will worked for a Philadelphia-based litigation boutique firm, litigating a wide range of complex and commercial disputes in the state and federal trial and appellate courts. As co-counsel, Will assisted in securing multimillion-dollar settlements for his clients in high-profile defamation, legal malpractice and wrongful use of process actions, among various other matters.

Will received his undergraduate degree in political science from University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs and his law degree from the University of Pittsburgh, where he served as Articles Editor for the prestigious Journal of Law and Commerce.

Prior to entering private practice, Will served as senior judicial clerk to the esteemed Honorable R. Stanton Wettick, Jr. in the Commerce and Complex Litigation Center of Pennsylvania’s Fifth Judicial District. He is admitted to practice before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.

AWARDS/RECOGNITION:

• Named a 2020 Pennsylvania Rising Star by Super Lawyers

How William handles business matters

Will is an associate in Lamb McErlane’s litigation group, working out of the firm’s Philadelphia office. His practice is concentrated in the areas of complex civil litigation, commercial litigation and defamation, representing individuals as well as local, national and international businesses in a wide array of contract and tort disputes. Prior to joining Lamb McErlane, Will worked for a…

Who William represents

William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in West Chester and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Credentials — where William studied and practices

  • University of Pittsburgh J.D.

  • University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs

Jurisdictions

William's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania United

    2014 · ACTIVE

William studied at — in University of Pittsburgh J.D. and — in University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs.

Law school and academic background

William completed — in University of Pittsburgh J.D. and — in University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

William H. Trask's office in West Chester

William's primary office is at 24 East Market Street, West Chester, PA, 19381. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Lamb McErlane PC

24 East Market Street

West Chester, PA 19381

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Hiring guide

How to hire William H. Trask — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with William usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in West Chester, 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 William

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

Payment methods and payment plans

William'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 William H. Trask

  • How much does it cost to hire William for a business case?

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

  • Does William offer a free consultation?

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

  • Can William take my case if I'm outside West Chester?

    William 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 — William 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 William?

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

  • Is William accepting new business clients right now?

    William'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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