Atty. David E. Tungate
David E. Tungate is a lawyer practicing business, bankruptcy and restructuring, litigation and 7 other areas of law.
Bankruptcy And Restructuring & More Attorney · Serving Pittsburgh, PA · 55+ Years Experience
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About David E. Tungate at a Glance
David E. Tungate is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on business, ip, bankruptcy, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Third, S (1971) and Indiana (2008). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1970) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David E. Tungate
- David E. Tungate is a lawyer practicing business, bankruptcy and restructuring, litigation and 7 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
- David practices at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC in Pittsburgh, PA
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David E. Tungate's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Tungate handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pittsburgh.
Business & Corporate Law in Pittsburgh
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Intellectual Property in Pittsburgh
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
David E. Tungate is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Pittsburgh
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
David E. Tungate is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Class Action in Pittsburgh
David E. Tungate is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil Litigation in Pittsburgh
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 David E. Tungate
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 David E. Tungate's practice in the field of business, ip, bankruptcy, class action, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David E. Tungate brings 55+ 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 U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Third, S and Indiana, David E. Tungate can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and bankruptcy, David E. Tungate 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 David E. Tungate 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 David E. Tungate Handles in Pittsburgh
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David E. Tungate has experience with under Pennsylvania law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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