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William Phelan Earns Distinguished Lawyer Designation

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The Expert NetworkCordell & Cordell Philadelphia divorce attorney William J. Phelan, IV recently received the Distinguished Lawyer Designation from the Expert Network.

This designation is only conferred upon the Top 3% of lawyers in the nation. This selection is based on a thorough multi-phase research and evaluation process, selecting professionals who have demonstrated superior influence, leadership, reputation and knowledge.

Philadelphia divorce attorney William Phelan
Philadelphia divorce attorney William Phelan

The review includes, among other factors, scrutiny of education, training, certifications, professional achievements, disciplinary history, and review of organizations and publications including Martindale-Hubbell, Super Lawyers, Avvo and others.

The Expert Network is the leading invitation only network for professionals who have contributed meaningfully to their field, and can demonstrate a distinct perspective on the future of their profession. They are the only network for top rated professionals who have a compelling success story and are considered thought leaders in their field.

Joseph E. Cordell, founder of Cordell & Cordell family law offices

Written by Joseph E. Cordell

Co-Founder, Principal Partner
Joseph E. Cordell, founder of Cordell & Cordell family law offices

Joseph E. Cordell is the Principal Partner at Cordell and Cordell, P.C., which he founded in 1990 with his wife, Yvonne. Over the past 25 years, the firm has grown to include more than 100 offices in 30 states, as well as internationally in the United Kingdom. Mr. Cordell is licensed to practice in the states of Illinois and Missouri and received his LL.M. from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. Joseph E. Cordell was named one of the Top 10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in Missouri.

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