William E. Vinsko, Jr.

William E. Vinsko, Jr. is an experienced attorney who focuses on litigation-driven legal work across Pennsylvania. His practice centers on resolving disputes tied to real estate matters, tax sale litigation, estates, employment law, and business conflicts. He represents individuals, companies, and public entities in state and federal courts.

William earned his academic foundation through a structured path of legal and public service education. He completed a B.A. in History in 1997 from King’s College, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. He then earned a Master’s Degree in 2000 in Public Administration from Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He later obtained his J.D. in 2000 from Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University, Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

William handles a wide range of legal matters involving tax sale litigation, real estate law and litigation, estate probate and estate litigation, business and corporate disputes, employment law, mechanics liens, and corporate contracts. His work often blends courtroom advocacy with transactional insight, allowing him to address both preventive planning and contested legal challenges.

William has built a career that includes significant government and municipal legal experience. He was appointed Assistant City Attorney for the City of Wilkes-Barre in 2002, becoming the youngest attorney to hold that role. His litigation experience includes matters decided by the Commonwealth Court, Superior Court, and Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.

William is widely recognized for his work in tax sale law, regularly handling cases involving tax sales, sheriff sales, and foreclosures. He also advises buyers in tax sale transactions, managing title reviews, quiet title matters, and related disputes. His municipal practice extends to election law and wind farm ordinance litigation.

William has received multiple professional honors reflecting his legal skill and courtroom work. These include Times Leader Top 40 under 40, Lawyers of Distinction – Top Lawyers in Civil Litigation, Lawyers of Distinction – Top 10 Lawyers in Family Law, Super Lawyer Honoree (Pennsylvania), and Super Lawyer Honoree Rising Star (recognized: Law & Politics and Philadelphia Magazines).

William E. Vinsko, Jr. continues to focus his legal work on delivering practical solutions through disciplined litigation and informed legal strategy. His approach emphasizes clarity, preparation, and advocacy, helping clients navigate complex legal problems while protecting their rights, interests, and long-term goals across a broad range of legal matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Principal & Founder, Vinsko & Associates, P.C.
• Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
• Member, Wilkes‑Barre Law and Library Association

Licensed State

• Pennsylvania

Education

• Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University
  Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• King’s College
  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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