Atty. David Lee Schwalm

Atty. David Lee Schwalm

Mr. David Lee Schwalm is a lawyer practicing liability defense, general liability, governmental entity & civil rights and 2 other areas of law.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About David Lee Schwalm at a glance

David Lee Schwalm is a Chair, Employment Practice Area based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, civil rights, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1980), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (1981), U.S. Supreme Court (1985), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (2002). Educated at The Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University (J.D., 1980) and Franklin & Marshall College (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations & Memberships Pennsylvania Bar Association Dauphin County Bar Association Defense Research Institute Bar Association for the Third Federal Circuit. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Lee Schwalm is a lawyer practicing liability defense, general liability, governmental entity & civil rights and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Franklin & Marshall College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • David practices in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

David Lee Schwalm's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Lee Schwalm handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

David Lee Schwalm is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Insurance Law

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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 David Lee Schwalm

Where is David Lee Schwalm's law office located?
David Lee Schwalm's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lee Schwalm handle?
David Lee Schwalm focuses on employment, civil rights, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has David Lee Schwalm practiced law?
David Lee Schwalm has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did David Lee Schwalm go to law school?
David Lee Schwalm earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact David Lee Schwalm for a consultation?
You can contact David Lee Schwalm directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Lee Schwalm received?
David Lee Schwalm's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University
- 1980
B.A.
Franklin & Marshall College
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2002

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