PHILADELPHIA – January 30, 2009 – Silvers, Langsam & Weitzman, P.C. (MyPhillyLawyer), a leading personal injury law firm, announced today the addition of two new associates Kenneth Edelin, Jr. and Brian R. Gilroy. The lawyers were selected as strategic additions to the firm as they each bring key assets to MyPhillyLawyer.
Kenneth Edelin, Jr. – Edelin arrives at MyPhillyLawyer with extensive trial experience. He previously ran his own private practice, focused on criminal and appellate work. Prior to that, he had served as senior trial counsel for the Defender Association of Philadelphia, Federal Division from 2002 – 2008, where he litigated federal jury trials. Edelin was the lead lawyer on several trials involving financial and securities indictments, as well as co-counsel on a highly publicized homicide case. From 1996 – 2002, he worked as trial counsel at the Defender Association of Philadelphia, litigating hundreds of trials, including numerous jury trials. Edelin received his bachelor’s degree from Morehouse College and his J.D. from Howard University School of Law.
“Ken is a respected, highly effective litigator whom we have long admired,” said managing partner Dean Weitzman, commenting on this recent hire. “MyPhillyLawyer has built its reputation by generating successful settlements and jury verdicts. Ken’s talent and extensive experience as a trial lawyer will complement the firm, adding to our depth of experience.”
Brian R. Gilboy – Gilboy began working at MyPhillyLawyer while still in law school. In preparation for his career as an attorney, Gilboy has completed several key internships. Most recently, he worked for the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office Clinical Program. Prior to that, he was an intern for the narcotics enforcement team at the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office. He also interned for the Honorable Jeffrey P. Minehart at the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas, as well as another Philadelphia law firm, Bochetto & Lentz. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Boston College and received his J.D. in May 2008 from Temple University Beasley School of Law.
“Brian is admitted to practice in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and has been a great asset to the firm since his arrival in early 2007,” said managing partner Dean Weitzman, “We have no doubt that his tenacious demeanor and attention to detail will make him a valuable player, now and in the future.”
Edelin and Gilboy join a strong team of attorneys at MyPhillyLawyer. Trusted for more than 30 years, the firm boasts a 98 percent success rate and has recovered over $100 million for its clients. Client testimonials, settlements, verdicts and more can be found online at www.myphillylawyer.com.
Silvers, Langsam & Weitzman, P.C., (MyPhillyLawyer), provides clients with aggressive representation and seasoned trial lawyers to achieve optimal results. The firm serves clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey in a broad range of legal matters including personal injury, wrongful death, pain and suffering, loss of wages and medical expenses. Recognized as the area’s leading personal injury attorneys, MyPhillyLawyer has amassed an impressive record of successful settlements and jury verdicts.
For more information, visit www.myphillylawyer.com or contact their office manager, Dina Korenberg.
