Atty. Charles M. Means

Atty. Charles M. Means

Charles M. Means is a lawyer practicing taxation, constitutional law, land use and 6 other areas of law.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Charles M. Means at a glance

Charles M. Means is an Of Counsel based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on real estate, tax, zoning, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circ (1978). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 1978) and Wake Forest University (B.A. Liberal, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allegheny County (Director, Municipal and School Solicitors Section, 2005-) and Pennsylvania Bar Associations. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charles M. Means is a lawyer practicing taxation, constitutional law, land use and 6 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Charles practices in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Charles M. Means's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Law

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

Charles M. Means is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Land Use & Zoning

Charles M. Means is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 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 Charles M. Means

Where is Charles M. Means's law office located?
Charles M. Means's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles M. Means handle?
Charles M. Means focuses on real estate, tax, zoning, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Charles M. Means practiced law?
Charles M. Means has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Charles M. Means go to law school?
Charles M. Means earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A. Liberal, 1974).
How can I contact Charles M. Means for a consultation?
You can contact Charles M. Means 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 Charles M. Means received?
Charles M. Means's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 1978
B.A. Liberal
Wake Forest University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circ
Admitted: 1978

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