Atty. Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl

Atty. Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl

Christopher J. Rayl joined Campbell & Levine in 2010 after 22 years with another Pittsburgh law firm.

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Profile Summary

About Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl at a glance

Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl is a business attorney based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Cozen O'Connor. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association. Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1988) and University of Chicago (BA, 1985). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Christopher J. Rayl joined Campbell & Levine in 2010 after 22 years with another Pittsburgh law firm
  • Chris is a critical part of Campbell & Levine's public finance practice area with nearly 25 years of public finance experience working with state and local governmental issuers, 501(c)(3) organizations, underwriters, and lenders
  • Chris also works in the areas of securities law, corporate law, and tax credit financing

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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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 Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl

Where is Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl's law office located?
Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Cozen O'Connor. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl handle?
Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
Where did Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl go to law school?
Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (BA, 1985).
How can I contact Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl received?
Christopher J. "Chris" Rayl's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1988
BA
University of Chicago
- 1985

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association

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