Allison Park, Pennsylvania Business Lawyers

Julian Neiser
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer. 15 years experience
(412) 720-2007 9380 McKnight Road
106 Arcadia Court
 Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Free ConsultationBusiness, Arbitration & Mediation and Construction
Duquesne University School of Law
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Julian is a veteran commercial and construction trial attorney who brings large firm expertise to a small-firm practice. Julian's primary focus is on representing small- and mid-sized businesses in every stage of their lifecycle -- from incorporation through dissolution. His practice mostly involves trial work in federal and state courts and before arbitration panels. As a result of his perspective in both the courtroom and as a former general counsel, Julian is skilled at drafting and negotiating contracts that can help avoid disputes. Julian's regular case load includes contract disputes, motions for injunctive relief, lawsuits by and between...
(412) 325-1116 301 Grant Street, Suite 3440
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Edward Twomey
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Glenshaw, PA Business Law Attorney.
(412) 487-3997 1509 Mount Royal Boulevard
 Glenshaw, PA 15116
Free ConsultationBusiness, Estate Planning, Health Care and Real Estate
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
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Frank C Walker II
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer. 12 years experience
(412) 212-3878 428 Forbes Avenue #1800
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Free ConsultationBusiness, Appeals, Criminal and DUI
West Virginia University College of Law
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Frank Walker is one of the most sought-after criminal defense attorneys in Western Pennsylvania. He stands by his motto of delivering real talk, real experience, and real results. Fearless in the courtroom and tenacious when fighting for his clients, Attorney Walker is highly regarded in criminal defense circles. He has handled many high-profile crimes and serious offenses, developing a proven track record of victories. In addition to criminal defense, Attorney Walker also focuses his practice on civil litigation. Attorney Walker is active in the community and frequently gives talks on education, leadership, and legal matters.
(304) 413-0179 The Monongahela Building, 235 High Street
Suite 418
 Morgantown, WV 26505
Noah Paul Fardo
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer. 17 years experience
(412) 802-6666 812 Ivy Street
Shadyside
 Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Free ConsultationBusiness, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Real Estate
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
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Noah Paul Fardo, Esq. is the managing partner of FLAHERTY FARDO, LLC. Noah Paul Fardo, Esq. is a Pennsylvania trial lawyer and the managing partner of Flaherty Fardo, LLC. He routinely handles a variety of civil litigation cases in both the state and federal courts. His practice primarily focuses on medical malpractice and personal injury law. However, he also has extensive business and real estate litigation experience. Born and raised in the North Hills area of Pittsburgh, Mr. Fardo graduated from Avonworth High School in 1991. He received his Bachelor of Arts (B.A), cum laude,...
Mr. Matthew E. Becker
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Pittsburgh , PA Business Law Lawyer. 7 years experience
(412) 209-0657 304 Ross Street
7th Floor
 Pittsburgh , PA 15219
Free ConsultationBusiness, Consumer, Criminal and DUI
West Virginia University College of Law
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I have successfully represented many clients in all Commonwealth Courts and the Federal Bankruptcy Court in various steps of the legal process, including Preliminary Hearings, Arbitration, Child Support Hearings, Motions, and Trials. I take great pride in my ability to learn from the past and use what worked for the future. Unlike some attorneys, I am not afraid of the courtroom and will do what is necessary to provide you with the best possible advocacy. Go to http://mbeckerlaw.com
Michael Lee Kraemer
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney. 4 years experience
(412) 626-5560 600 Grant Street
Suite 660
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Business, Civil Rights and Employment
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
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Michael Kraemer is one of the founding partners of KM&A. Michael leads the employment legal team and works on the major litigation cases handled by the firm. He primarily represents employees and former employees regarding their legal issues, but also works with small businesses and parties in civil litigation. Michael represents clients near the firm’s headquarters in Pittsburgh and across Pennsylvania. Before forming KM&A, Michael founded and managed Kraemer Law Firm, LLC. He centered his practice on employment law issues and, along with an associate attorney, helped a large number of clients achieve successful outcomes in their cases. Recognizing...
Kenneth Edward Gray
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer. 10 years experience
(412) 253-2831 600 Grant Street
Suite 660
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Business, Energy, International and Tax
Georgetown University Law Center
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Kenneth Gray is currently the Managing Partner at Alliance Law Firm International PLLC. His specialties include serving clients in tax matters, wealth management, estate planning, small and medium size business, venture capital, private equity, and natural resources (oil and gas). Ken previously worked for Nickel Capital LLC, a global small-cap equity fund, with responsibility for investments in communications technology, energy and basic materials companies as well as consulting on corporate finance and private equity transactions. Before Nickel, Ken spent over six years as Manager, Credit and Research with the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) in the Investment Funds Department....
(202) 888-6195 1050 17th St NW
Suite 800
 Washington, DC 20036
Kelvin L. Morris
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer.
(412) 668-4267 564 Forbes Avenue
Suite 1100
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Free ConsultationBusiness, Criminal, DUI and Energy
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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A zealous attorney dedicated to persuasively advocating on behalf of his clients.
Christi M Wallace
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer. 4 years experience
(412) 626-5626 US Steel Tower
600 Grant Street, Suite 660
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Free ConsultationBusiness, Civil Rights and Employment
Duquesne University School of Law
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I started doing unemployment law while attending Duquesne University School of Law. I represented low income individuals in obtaining unemployment compensation benefits. When I graduated Law School, I branched out into employment law and I absolutely love it. I get to help individuals who have been discriminated against due to race, gender, disability, etc. I get to help individuals (who are backed up against a wall) go against giant companies. My passion for the job results in great success for my clients.
John R. Dingess
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer.
(412) 926-1800 20 Stanwix St
3rd Floor
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Construction
Southwestern University School of Law
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Samantha Brutout
(412) 926-1816
Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney
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Brian W. Kreit
(412) 926-1819
Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney
2 years experience
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Daniel J. Corbett
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer. 7 years experience
(412) 434-4911 425 First Avenue
Hartley Rose Building
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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University of Pittsburgh School of Law
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Daniel is an attorney at Elliott & Davis. Daniel's practice centers on trademark law, corporate law, nonprofit law, estate planning, and civil litigation. In particular, Daniel is capable of handling clients needs involving federal and state trademark registrations; incorporations and formation of various other business entities; applications for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS); drafting wills, trusts, and health-care powers of attorney documents; and effective management of various aspects of civil litigation. Before coming to Elliott & Davis, Daniel interned with Lafkas Patent, LLC in Cincinnati, where he focused on trademark registration practice. He has also worked as...
John William Ament
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney. 6 years experience
(412) 263-6119 428 Blvd of the Allies
Suite 600
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Free ConsultationBusiness, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Duquesne University School of Law
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John is a member of the Real Estate, Estate Planning and Estate Administration, Corporate and Business Planning practice groups at Feldstein Grinberg Lang & McKee. In this capacity, he advises clients on all aspects of real estate transactions, helps clients plan or administer their estates, and leans on his real-world corporate experiences to provide clients with insight on corporate structure and planning matters. A summa cum laude graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Operations Management, John began his career working at Respironics (now Philips/Respironics) in its International Logistics Department, and prior to starting...
(724) 765-0440 3950 Old William Penn Highway
Suite 5
 Murrysville, PA 15668
Ronald J. Chleboski Jr.
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer.
(412) 926-1814 20 Stanwix St
3rd Floor
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Construction
The University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law
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Ryan P Siney
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer. 8 years experience
1500 One PPG Place
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Communications, Entertainment & Sports and IP
The Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law and University of London (University College London and Queen Mary)
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I represent businesses and individuals with intellectual property, technology and business transactions. The clients I help are focused in the technology, financial services, entertainment, manufacturing, hospitality and health care industries. I advise clients on topics such as: negotiating and drafting of license agreements, joint venture agreements and intellectual property transfers, transactions and agreements related to e-commerce and the internet, hosting, data, software, platforms, computer networks and SaaS, preparing end-user license agreements, terms of service and service level agreements, registering and enforcing trademarks and copyrights in the United States and internationally, protection of confidential information, trade secrets...
(717) 234-4121 2 Lemoyne Drive, Suite 200
 Lemoyne, PA 17043
Patrick Kennedy Cavanaugh Esq
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney. 15 years experience
(412) 944-2723 3 PPG Place
Suite 600
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business and Personal Injury
Duquesne University School of Law
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As a founding partner at Del Sole Cavanaugh Stroyd, LLC, Patrick K. Cavanaugh represents injury victims, as well as parties in class action and business litigation. Mr. Cavanaugh has two decades of legal experience, and he has handled numerous cases and verdicts involving millions of dollars. In his career, he has tried cases in both federal and state courts, including jury trials. Recently, Attorney Cavanaugh was selected for inclusion in the 2014 Edition of Super Lawyers®. Mr. Cavanagh has a B.A. in Economics from Yale University, and received his J.D. from Duquesne University School of Law. He is licensed to...
George B. Foster
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer.
(412) 926-1811 20 Stanwix St
3rd Floor
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Construction
The University of Toledo College of Law
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Mart Harris
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney. 2 years experience
(412) 626-5626 600 Grant street
Suite 660
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Free ConsultationBusiness, Civil Rights and Employment
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
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Attorney Mart Harris joined Kraemer, Manes & Associates in 2015. He brings a new perspective to the firm as an attorney with his roots in criminal law. In addition to criminal defendants, Attorney Harris represents individuals suffering from employment discrimination; those seeking unemployment or workers compensation benefits and clients involved in domestic relations disputes. Licensed throughout Pennsylvania, Attorney Harris is not bound to the firm’s Pittsburgh headquarters. Mart’s practice is intensely focused on litigation. He spends the majority of his time either preparing for Court, negotiating with opposing counsel, or litigating in Civil and Criminal Courtrooms....
Matthew S Feinman
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney.
(412) 529-0648 3900 Forbes Ave
4th Floor
 Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Free ConsultationBusiness, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Landlord Tenant
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Matthew Feinman has worked for small companies and large corporations at all levels of industry. He began his career in the entertainment industry, working his way up from Production Assistant to Director of Photography and Producer. After earning his BA in Entertainment Business and an MS in Business Administration, he opened his own video production company in Orlando, FL. In 2015, he earned his Juris Doctor the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. While he has spent some time working for large firms in litigation support roles, the majority of his law experience has been working with individual...
(412) 529-0648 1800 Murray Ave
Suite 8238
 Pittsburgh, PA 15217
David Meredith
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer. 8 years experience
(412) 926-1815 20 Stanwix St
3rd Floor
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Construction
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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John P. Miller
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer.
(412) 926-1821 20 Stanwix St
3rd Floor
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Construction
Duquesne University School of Law
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Ronald J. Chleboski Jr.
(412) 926-1814
Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer
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Jeremy K. Knaebel
(412) 926-1822
Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer
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James Malloy
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney.
(412) 926-1817 20 Stanwix St
3rd Floor
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Construction and Insurance Defense
Duquesne University School of Law
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Brian R. Davidson
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney.
(412) 926-1818 20 Stanwix St
3rd Floor
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Construction
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
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Brian W. Kreit
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney. 2 years experience
(412) 926-1819 20 Stanwix St
3rd Floor
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Construction
Duquesne University School of Law
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Eric Stephan Davis
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney.
(412) 434-4911 Elliott & Davis, PC
425 First Avenue
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Business, Antitrust, IP and Immigration
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Eric Davis is one of the founding members of Elliott & Davis, PC. His experience in structuring transactions, including joint ventures, partnerships, limited partnerships, limited liability companies, business trusts and corporations makes him a valuable resource to businesses in need of a "strategic lawyer." Mr. Davis concentrates in providing corporate, business and tax counseling to privately-held companies, including representing clients in transactions involving equity and debt financing, formation and start-up, venture capital, sales, mergers and acquisitions, technology licensing, and information technology. He also drafts asset purchase agreements, by-laws, articles of incorporation, and operating agreemeents. In terms of contract drafting,...
Samantha Brutout
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney.
(412) 926-1816 20 Stanwix St
3rd Floor
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Construction
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
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Mark Sullivan
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney. 33 years experience
(412) 415-5202 115 Evergreen Heights Drive
 Pittsburgh, PA 15229
Business and Securities
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
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Dwight Howes
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer. 32 years experience
(412) 667-7902 625 Liberty Ave
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Communications, Energy and Securities
The George Washington University Law School
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Denise Hunkele Sullivan
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer.
(412) 926-1813 20 Stanwix St
3rd Floor
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Construction
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
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Dennis Michael Moskal
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer. 20 years experience
(412) 926-1702 US Steel Tower
600 Grant Street, Suite 660
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Business, Construction, Consumer and Employment
Duquesne University School of Law
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Jeremy K. Knaebel
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer.
(412) 926-1822 20 Stanwix St
3rd Floor
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Construction
Duquesne University School of Law
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Denise Hunkele Sullivan
(412) 926-1813
Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer
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John P. Miller
(412) 926-1821
Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer
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Mark Francis McKenna
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney.
(412) 471-6226 436 Boulevard of the Allies
Suite 500
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Business, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
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Pittsburgh attorney Mark F. McKenna has over 35 years of trial experience with a concentration in the area of Civil Litigation, including products liability, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence and personal injury litigation.
Arthur Stroyd
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney.
(412) 944-2723 3 PPG Place
Suite 600
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Construction and Products Liability
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Arthur H. Stroyd is a founding partner at the firm Del Sole Cavanaugh Stroyd, LLC, where he and a team of lawyers offer counsel for personal injury, commercial litigation and appellate litigation matters. Mr. Stroyd has been practicing law for over four decades. In his legal career, Attorney Stroyd has assisted countless Pennsylvania residents. He has been recognized as a Martindale-Hubbell® AV Rated® lawyer for the past three decades, and selected for inclusion in the list of Super Lawyers® for the past 11 years. The Best Lawyers in America named him as Lawyer of the Year in 2014. To receive...
Theresa Boland O'Brien
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney.
(412) 471-6226 436 Boulevard of the Allies
Suite 500
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Business, Construction, Personal Injury and Products Liability
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Theresa O’Brien has more than 20 years of corporate and civil litigation experience. Theresa is admitted to practice in the States of Ohio, West Virginia and Pennsylvania.
Matthew Thomas Logue Esq
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney. 15 years experience
(412) 456-0600 500 Grant Street
Suite 2900
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219-2502
Business, Broker Fraud, Energy and Personal Injury
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Matt Logue is the founder of Logue Law Firm LLC, with offices in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Focusing his practice on litigation, he represents clients in civil matters, including business disputes, medical malpractice, wrongful death, motor vehicle accidents and other personal injury litigation. Mr. Logue also provides criminal defense counsel to those who have been charged with felonies or misdemeanors, including driving under the influence and white collar crimes. In addition to his civil and criminal trial practice, he has represented clients in hearings before state and federal agencies, including the United States Merit Systems Protection Board, the United States...
John Lucas
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney.
(412) 281-6181 310 Grant Street
Suite 1412
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Business, Asbestos, Landlord Tenant and Nursing Home
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Daniel P. Joyce
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer.
(412) 391-6792 1301 Grant Building
310 Grant Street
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Business, Criminal, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Duquesne University School of Law
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Katherine C. Dempsey
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer. 8 years experience
(412) 288-4003 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1105
Four Gateway Center
 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Business, Insurance Claims and Insurance Defense
Duquesne University School of Law
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James Richard Moyles Esq
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Lawyer.
(412) 281-1055 310 Grant St
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Business, Asbestos, Insurance Claims and Medical Malpractice
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Amy Acheson
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Pittsburgh, PA Business Law Attorney.
(412) 255-3739 One Oxford Centre
 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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Diane Lynn Bobak
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Wexford, PA Business Law Attorney.
(724) 935-6788 4500 Brooktree Road
Suite 104
 Wexford, PA 15090
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George B. Foster
(412) 926-1811
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John R. Dingess
(412) 926-1800
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