Premises Liability
Products Liability
Premises Security
Commercial Transportation
Pennsylvania, 2022
Vermont Law School, J.D., Magna Cum Laude, 2022
• Dean’s List (6 Semesters)
• Academic Award for Excellence in Criminal Law
• Member of Vermont Law School Energy Clinic
• Participant, 11th Annual National Energy and Sustainability Moot Court Competition
• Dean’s Merit Scholarship
• Energy Law Clinic
Coastal Carolina University, B.S., Marine Science, 2016
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Philadelphia Criminal Law Inns of Court
The National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Associate
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
610-337-2087
Premises Liability
Products Liability
Premises Security
Commercial Transportation
Pennsylvania, 2022
Vermont Law School, J.D., Magna Cum Laude, 2022
• Dean’s List (6 Semesters)
• Academic Award for Excellence in Criminal Law
• Member of Vermont Law School Energy Clinic
• Participant, 11th Annual National Energy and Sustainability Moot Court Competition
• Dean’s Merit Scholarship
• Energy Law Clinic
Coastal Carolina University, B.S., Marine Science, 2016
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Philadelphia Criminal Law Inns of Court
The National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Peter Della Porta brings a wealth of trial and litigation experience to the firm. Peter focuses his practice in the areas of premises liability, product liability, premises security, and commercial transportation. He represents both individuals and corporate clients, including one of the nation’s largest retailers. Peter’s practice spans all facets of litigation, from pleadings and discovery to motion practice, arbitrations, and trial work. Before joining McDonnell & Associates, Peter served as an Assistant District Attorney for the City of Philadelphia, most recently within the Major Trials Unit. During his tenure, he managed a diverse caseload that included theft, narcotics sales, domestic violence, aggravated assault, and violations of the Uniform Firearms Act. Peter has successfully argued hundreds of pretrial and post-trial motions and has earned favorable verdicts in numerous bench and jury trials.
Additionally, Peter oversaw the Intermediate Punishment Program, a rehabilitative initiative aimed at treating criminal defendants with substance abuse issues. His role included guiding defendants toward recovery through a treatment-based approach.
Peter graduated Magna Cum Laude from Vermont Law School in 2022. During his time at Vermont Law School, he was recognized on the Dean's List for six semesters and earned the Academic Award for Excellence in Criminal Law. He was an active member of the Vermont Law School Energy Clinic and participated in the 11th Annual National Energy and Sustainability Moot Court Competition hosted by West Virginia University College of Law. Peter’s academic accomplishments also include receiving the Dean’s Merit Scholarship.
In his spare time, Peter enjoys traveling, exercising, cooking, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Before joining McDonnell & Associates, Peter was a key member of the Major Trials Unit at the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office. He litigated cases at all stages of the legal process, with notable successes including:
• Obtaining a guilty verdict against a juvenile who fired 15 bullets at a moving vehicle.
• Securing a guilty verdict for a defendant possessing a polymer 80 firearm with an extended magazine and auto-switch.
• Achieving a guilty verdict against a juvenile in an Attempted Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse case involving a minor.
Independent Research Paper: "Why Vermont Needs to Get Down with Data if They Are Going to Meet Their Carbon Emission Goals" – An in-depth analysis of the need for more accurate data on fossil fuel consumption to help Vermont meet its carbon emission targets. The paper includes statutory suggestions for obtaining this data.
Participant, 11th Annual National Energy and Sustainability Moot Court Competition
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