Atty. Christopher R. Opalinski
Christopher R. Opalinski is a lawyer practicing wrongful termination, alternative dispute resolution, construction and 1 other area of law.
Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Pittsburgh, PA · 45+ Years Experience
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About Christopher R. Opalinski at a Glance
Christopher R. Opalinski is a Member, Board of Directors, Chair of the Litigation Division based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1981), Pennsylvania Supreme Court U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. Courts (1981), and Ohio (2009). Educated at Kent State University (B.S. Criminal, 1978) and Wake Forest University School of Law J.D. magna cum laude Wake Forest University School of Law J.D. 1981 Member Wake Forest University School of Law J.D. Law Review (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher R. Opalinski
- Christopher R. Opalinski is a lawyer practicing wrongful termination, alternative dispute resolution, construction and 1 other area of law
- Christopher received a B.S. degree from Kent State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Christopher practices at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC in Pittsburgh, PA
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Christopher R. Opalinski's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher R. Opalinski handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pittsburgh.
Wrongful Termination in Pittsburgh
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Civil Litigation in Pittsburgh
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Pittsburgh
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Christopher R. Opalinski is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Christopher R. Opalinski
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 Christopher R. Opalinski's practice in the field of wrongful termination, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Christopher R. Opalinski brings 45+ 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, Pennsylvania Supreme Court U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. Courts , and Ohio, Christopher R. Opalinski can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, litigation, and adr, Christopher R. Opalinski 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 Christopher R. Opalinski attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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