Atty. Wesley Yang

Atty. Wesley Yang

Wesley Yang is well-respected for his experience in complex corporate and tax law matters. Wes serves as Co-Chair of the Trusts & Estates Practice Group.

Erie Erie 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Wesley Yang at a glance

Wesley Yang is a Partner based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at Leech Tishman. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. Tax Court (1975). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 1975) and South China Institute of Catering, Hong Kong University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allegheny County Bar Association. Serands clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Wesley Yang is well-respected for his experience in complex corporate and tax law matters
  • Wes serves as Co-Chair of the Trusts & Estates Practice Group
  • As a tax attorney and certified public accountant, Wes has more than 45 years of broad experience in estate planning and administration, asset protection planning, corporate and partnership taxation, international taxation, income tax matters, captive insurance companies, and management succession planning for high net-worth individuals and closely held businesses
  • Wes is a regular lecturer on estate planning, asset protection, and taxation topics and has presented at numerous professional seminars sponsored by the Pennsylvania Bar Institute and the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Practice Areas Explained

Wesley Yang's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wesley Yang handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Erie are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Wesley Yang

Where is Wesley Yang's law office located?
Wesley Yang's law practice is located in Erie, Pennsylvania. The firm is Leech Tishman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wesley Yang handle?
Wesley Yang focuses on trusts, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Wesley Yang practiced law?
Wesley Yang has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Wesley Yang go to law school?
Wesley Yang earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Wesley Yang for a consultation?
You can contact Wesley Yang directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Wesley Yang received?
Wesley Yang's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 1975
B.A.
South China Institute of Catering, Hong Kong University of Pittsburgh
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1975

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