Atty. Christopher R. Opalinski

Atty. Christopher R. Opalinski

Christopher R. Opalinski is a lawyer practicing wrongful termination, alternative dispute resolution, construction and 1 other area of law.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

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. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher R. Opalinski's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher R. Opalinski handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

Christopher R. Opalinski is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

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

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Christopher R. Opalinski is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Christopher R. Opalinski

Where is Christopher R. Opalinski's law office located?
Christopher R. Opalinski'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 Christopher R. Opalinski handle?
Christopher R. Opalinski focuses on wrongful termination, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Christopher R. Opalinski practiced law?
Christopher R. Opalinski has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Christopher R. Opalinski go to law school?
Christopher R. Opalinski earned their education at (B.S. Criminal, 1978); (—).
How can I contact Christopher R. Opalinski for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Christopher R. Opalinski received?
Christopher R. Opalinski's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.S. Criminal
Kent State University
- 1978
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
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1981
Pennsylvania Supreme Court U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. Courts
Admitted: 1981
Ohio
Admitted: 2009

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