Atty. Candace K. Gottschall

Atty. Candace K. Gottschall

Candace K. Gottschall is a lawyer practicing estate planning, litigation, elder law and 1 other area of law.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Candace K. Gottschall at a glance

Candace K. Gottschall is a Special Counsel based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, litigation, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1994) and Pennsylvania Supreme Court U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania (1994). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law J.D. 1993 Topics Editor University of Pittsburgh School of Law J.D. Law Review (—) and Harvard College A.B. cum laude (—). Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Candace K. Gottschall is a lawyer practicing estate planning, litigation, elder law and 1 other area of law
  • Candace received a A.B. degree from Harvard College, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Candace practices at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Candace K. Gottschall's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Candace K. Gottschall is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Candace K. Gottschall is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Candace K. Gottschall is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Candace K. Gottschall is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 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 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 Candace K. Gottschall

Where is Candace K. Gottschall's law office located?
Candace K. Gottschall's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Candace K. Gottschall handle?
Candace K. Gottschall focuses on trusts, estate planning, litigation, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Candace K. Gottschall practiced law?
Candace K. Gottschall has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Candace K. Gottschall go to law school?
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How can I contact Candace K. Gottschall for a consultation?
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Education

University of Pittsburgh School of Law J.D. 1993 Topics Editor University of Pittsburgh School of Law J.D. Law Review
- In Progress
Harvard College A.B. cum laude
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1994
Pennsylvania Supreme Court U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1994

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