Atty. Concetta A. Silvaggio
Concetta A. Silvaggio joined Willman & Silvaggio LLP in 1984 and is now a managing partner in the firm.
Environmental Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Pittsburgh, PA
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About Concetta A. Silvaggio at a Glance
Concetta A. Silvaggio is a Managing Partner based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Willman & Silvaggio, LLP. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Educated at Duquesne University School of Law (J.D., 1985) and University of Pittsburgh (B.S. University, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Concetta A. Silvaggio
- Concetta A. Silvaggio joined Willman & Silvaggio LLP in 1984 and is now a managing partner in the firm
- A graduate of Duquesne University School of Law, she completed additional graduate study in microbiology at the University ofPittsburgh
- In 1988, Ms. Silvaggio completed the intensive trial advocacy course designed by the National Institute of Trial Advocacy
- Ms. Silvaggio has also had the honorable distinction of receiving the highest rating of “AV” from Martindale-Hubbell
- Her practice concentrates on civil litigation where she most frequently represents businesses and insurance carriers
- Since a significant part of her case load involves personal injury claims, she has developed a close relationship with medical experts throughout the nation and often coordinates the efforts of counsel representing various defendants in toxic exposure cases
- When cases involving multiple defendants proceed to trial, she invariably assumes the role of lead counsel
- Her level of preparation and expertise frequently leads to early and reasonable settlements for her clients
- Her practice also includes representation of companies involved in hazardous waste site litigation, and she has extensive experience in products liability, premises liability negligence, breach of contract and employment discrimination
- At the request of local law schools and the National Academy of Trial Lawyers, she served as judge in moot court competitions
- Extremely active in community affairs, Ms. Silvaggio has served as legal counsel for a non-profit group home, and on committees of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh
- She has served on boards and committees supporting local theater and arts groups
- Additionally, she acted as pro bono counsel for a program for mentally challenged children and adults for over 10 years
- Ms. Silvaggio is involved in community affairs associated with a hospital and elderly care center through her membership as a dame in the Order of Malta
- She serves on an advisory committee to the president of a local bank
- Concetta A. Silvaggio has been admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and West Virginia, before the U.S
- District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
- the U.S
- District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
- the U.S
- Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
- United States Supreme Courts, and the Pennsylvania Supreme Court
- She is a member of the Allegheny County Bar Association and its Environmental Law Committee, the Pennsylvania Bar Association, the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association, the Defense Research Institute, and the St. Thomas More Society
Practice Areas Explained
Concetta A. Silvaggio's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Concetta A. Silvaggio handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pittsburgh.
Personal Injury in Pittsburgh
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Pittsburgh
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Product Liability in Pittsburgh
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Civil Litigation in Pittsburgh
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Insurance Law in Pittsburgh
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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 Concetta A. Silvaggio
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 Concetta A. Silvaggio's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, product liability, litigation, and insurance.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and product liability, Concetta A. Silvaggio 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 Concetta A. Silvaggio attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Concetta A. Silvaggio Handles in Pittsburgh
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