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Joseph Charles Guagliardo, Entertainment Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, Environmental, and General

AssociateatTroutman Pepper Locke

Philadelphia, PA

Practicing entertainment in Philadelphia since 2001.

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Years practicing
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Joseph Charles Guagliardo is an associate based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Environmental, and General. Joseph has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Troutman Pepper Locke.

Based in
Philadelphia, PA
Experience
over 25 years
Known for
Entertainment · Environmental · General
  • Handles Entertainment, Environmental, and General matters from Philadelphia, PA.
  • Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Joseph Charles Guagliardo: Joseph Charles Guagliardo is an associate based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Environmental, and General. Joseph has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Troutman Pepper Locke.

Areas of practice

Joseph's practice areas in Philadelphia

Joseph concentrates on entertainment, environmental, general, internet, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joseph handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Entertainment cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Joseph takes entertainment 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 Joseph agrees to represent you.

Environmental cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Joseph 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 Joseph agrees to represent you.

General cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Joseph 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 Joseph agrees to represent you.

Internet cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Joseph takes internet 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 Joseph agrees to represent you.

IP cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Joseph takes ip 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 Joseph agrees to represent you.

Biography

Joseph Charles Guagliardo, entertainment attorney serving Philadelphia

Joseph Charles Guagliardo is an associate based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Environmental, and General. Joseph has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Troutman Pepper Locke. Joseph works from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and takes on entertainment matters across the region.

Joseph Charles Guagliardo is a lawyer practicing general practice, intellectual property, life sciences / biotechnology and 5 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Temple University in 1981, and has been licensed for 25 years. Joseph practices at Troutman Pepper Locke in Philadelphia, PA.

How Joseph handles entertainment matters

Joseph Charles Guagliardo is a lawyer practicing general practice, intellectual property, life sciences / biotechnology and 5 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Temple University in 1981, and has been licensed for 25 years. Joseph practices at Troutman Pepper Locke in Philadelphia, PA.

Who Joseph represents

Joseph reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, environmental, and general matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Joseph studied and practices

  • Widener University

    J.D. Widener · 1984

  • Temple University

    B.A. Temple · 1981

Jurisdictions

Joseph's state bar admissions

  • New York

    2012 · ACTIVE

  • Pennsylvania

    2001 · ACTIVE

Joseph studied at J.D. Widener in Widener University and B.A. Temple in Temple University.

Law school and academic background

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

Affiliations

Joseph's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Pennsylvania, Bucks County and American Bar Associations Association of Corporate Counsel

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Locations

Joseph Charles Guagliardo's office in Philadelphia

Joseph's primary office is at 3000 Two Logan Sq., Eighteenth and Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, 19103-2799. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Troutman Pepper Locke

3000 Two Logan Sq., Eighteenth and Arch St.

Philadelphia, PA 19103-2799

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Hiring guide

How to hire Joseph Charles Guagliardo — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Joseph

Joseph discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every entertainment 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. Joseph confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Joseph's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Joseph Charles Guagliardo

  • How much does it cost to hire Joseph for a entertainment case?

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

  • Does Joseph offer a free consultation?

    Joseph charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joseph's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Joseph's current terms during booking.

  • How long do entertainment cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

    Simple entertainment 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. Joseph gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Joseph take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?

    Joseph 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 — Joseph 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 Joseph?

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

  • Is Joseph accepting new entertainment clients right now?

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

Areas served

Entertainment attorneys serving Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania

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