Atty. Alan S. Baum
Alan S. Baum is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, commercial, medical malpractice defense and 7 other areas of law.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Pittsburgh, PA · 46+ Years Experience
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About Alan S. Baum at a Glance
Alan S. Baum is a Shareholder based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Baum O'Connor Cullen Chimel. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1980) and West Virginia (2008). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1980) and Syracuse University (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allegheny County Bar Association (Member: Civil Litigation Section Council, 1998— Court Rules Committee Players Orchestra) Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Alan S. Baum
- Alan S. Baum is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, commercial, medical malpractice defense and 7 other areas of law
- Alan received a B.S. degree from Syracuse University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Alan practices at Baum O'Connor Cullen Chimel in Pittsburgh, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Alan S. Baum's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan S. Baum handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pittsburgh.
Contracts in Pittsburgh
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Medical Malpractice in Pittsburgh
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Alan S. Baum is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Personal Injury in Pittsburgh
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Alan S. Baum is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Employment Law in Pittsburgh
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Alan S. Baum is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Business & Corporate Law in Pittsburgh
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Alan S. Baum is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pittsburgh
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 Pittsburgh 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 venue, 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.
Pittsburgh Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pittsburgh-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Pittsburgh Choose Alan S. Baum
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Alan S. Baum's practice in the field of contracts, medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alan S. Baum brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania and West Virginia, Alan S. Baum can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, medical malpractice, and personal injury, Alan S. Baum can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pittsburgh
A Pittsburgh-based practice means Alan S. Baum attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Alan S. Baum Handles in Pittsburgh
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Alan S. Baum has experience with under Pennsylvania law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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