Colin Haviland - Philadelphia, PA
Attorney at McEldrew Purtell
FELA & Railroad Lawyers in Philadelphia, PA
1845 Walnut Street 18th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Philadelphia FELA & Railroad Lawyer
Updated: 07/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- FELA & Railroad
- Toxic Tort
- Catastrophic Injury
- Wrongful Death
Attorney Information
Overview
Colin is a trial attorney and managing attorney at McEldrew Purtell. He draws on years of litigation experience in high-volume, high-stakes legal matters to help lead the firm’s work for individuals and families seeking accountability after serious injury or loss.
Prior to joining McEldrew Purtell, Colin managed the School District of Philadelphia’s litigation practice, where he oversaw a wide range of matters, including premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, civil rights cases, and complex commercial disputes. He also served as litigation counsel for the Pennsylvania Judiciary and began his legal career at the City of Philadelphia Law Department.
Colin received both his undergraduate and law degrees from Temple University. He lives in Glenside, Pennsylvania, with his wife and family. Outside of work, Colin stays active in his local soccer league as a coach and player and enjoys working on carpentry projects in his garage.
Education
Legal Education
- Temple University James E. Beasley School of Law, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Non Legal Education
- Temple University
Current Employment Position(s)
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Partner & FELA Team Leader
Bar Admissions
- Pennsylvania
- New Jersey
Other Affiliations
- Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association
- Pennsylvania Association of Justice
- American Association of Justice
- Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys
- Attorneys Information Exchange Group
- Academy of Rail Labor Attorneys
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Contact
1845 Walnut Street
18th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone Number: 215-987-5645
Email: Send a message
Hours: 24/7
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