Welcome to our Growing Team
At Locks Law Firm, growth has always been intentional. We are client-first, and growth is born from client demand. Last month, we announced a new attorney joining the firm, and this month, we are pleased to announce that three new paralegals have joined the firm. Erica Messics, Sara Lynch, and Gyu Ri Kim are dedicated […]
Pride, Policing, and the Ongoing Fight for Civil Rights
This year’s Pride celebration in Philadelphia was followed by serious concerns about police activity in the Gayborhood. What should have been a day of celebration and community ended with reports of improper law enforcement activity, fifteen arrests, and criticism from LGBTQ+ leaders and community members. Councilmember Rue Landau put it plainly, “police brutality has no […]
Finding a Home in the Law: Francesca Completes Fifteen Years in Leadership with the Justinian Society
When Francesca Iacovangelo arrived in Philadelphia as a new civil attorney, she didn’t know a soul. Her entire family, many of whom were lawyers, were at home in Rochester, NY, and like many young lawyers, she found “talking shop” at networking events awkward at best. Then , while sitting in a Case Management Conference, her […]
LOCKS LAW FIRM SECURES $4.6 MILLION RECOVERY FOR CLIENT DIAGNOSED WITH LEUKEMIA CAUSED BY DECADES OF BENZENE EXPOSURE
Philadelphia Settlement Delivers Justice for Career Automotive Technician After Benzene-Linked Blood Cancers Locks Law Firm is pleased to announce a $4.6 million settlement on behalf of a client who was a career automotive technician, diagnosed with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) — cancers of the blood and bone marrow — caused by […]
A Cheng
When A Cheng joined Locks Law Firm in 2022, he was already a seasoned paralegal. He craved learning and growth and found Andrew DuPont, Partner at Locks Law. “Car accidents are pretty obvious,” he reflects. “Benzene is trickier. There’s more to explore, more to dive into and learn.” A now works almost exclusively with Andrew, […]
The Verdict That Will Follow Big Tech Everywhere
Last month, a Los Angeles County jury held Meta and YouTube legally responsible for harming a child. It was a bellwether case in an industry under increased scrutiny. A bellwether trial is a carefully selected test case chosen to represent a larger group of lawsuits. The idea is to let both sides take a small […]
Proud to Participate in the 2026 Diverse Mentoring Initiative
At Locks Law Firm, we believe the strength of the plaintiff’s bar depends on who gets a seat at the table — and we’re committed to helping build that table. We strive to create an environment that is truly diverse, where everyone’s voice is valued. We are proud to announce our participation in the 2026 […]
Locks Law Firm Elects Three to Partner
Philadelphia, PA – January 05,2026 Locks Law Firm announced that three attorneys—Michael Garmisa, Francesca Iacovangelo, and Anthony Mastroianni—have been elected to partnership, effective 2026. Each brings distinct practice-area leadership that builds on the firm’s four-decade legacy established by its founder, Gene Locks. Garmisa joined the firm in mid-2025 after serving in the Philadelphia District Attorney’s […]
Silver Lake Nursing Home Explosion in Bucks County: What Injured Residents and Families Should Know
On December 23, 2025, a tragic explosion and fire at Silver Lake Nursing Home (Bristol Health & Rehab Center) in Bristol Township, Bucks County claimed lives, injured residents and staff, and forced emergency evacuations of a vulnerable population. As investigators work to determine what caused the blast, families are left asking an urgent question: How […]
Blood, Sweat, and Brain Trauma
What Death Match Wrestling Reveals About the NFL’s CTE Crisis When I step away from concussion litigation for a night, you might catch me in a dimly lit arena watching light tubes shatter, barbed wire tear, and wrestlers bleed for their craft. Yes, I’m one of those people who loves death match wrestling. And no, […]
Protecting the Next Generation: Sports, Ads, and the Gambling Trap
I am a lifelong Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies fan. I’m also a former athlete who played baseball at the college level and loved playing just about any sport with which I could get involved. But lately, when I turn the TV on to watch any sports from my beloved Philadelphia teams to my favorite Brazilian […]
Honoring Gene Locks: A Legacy of Leadership and Justice
We are proud to share that our founder, Gene Locks, has been recognized with the 2025 National Law Journal Lifetime Achievement Award. For those of us who have worked alongside Gene, this honor reflects not only his extraordinary career but also the vision and values that continue to guide Locks Law Firm today. Over the […]