Atty. David M. "Dave" Chmiel
Dave Chmiel joined Baum O’Connor Cullen Chmiel in 2009 and focuses his practice in the defense of physicians and dentists, hospitals and long term care facilities and a host of other healthcare and medical providers, including physicians assistants, nurses, physical therapists and certified nurse anesthetists to name a few. Mr.
Profile Summary
About David M. "Dave" Chmiel at a glance
David M. "Dave" Chmiel is a medical malpractice, litigation, health care, and insurance attorney based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Baum O’Connor Cullen Chmiel. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1995). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1995) and University of Notre Dame (BA, 1992). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Health Care (Pittsburgh) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care (2026). Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Dave Chmiel joined Baum O’Connor Cullen Chmiel in 2009 and focuses his practice in the defense of physicians and dentists, hospitals and long term care facilities and a host of other healthcare and medical providers, including physicians assistants, nurses, physical therapists and certified nurse anesthetists to name a few
- Mr. Chmiel pursued his undergraduate degree in political science at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, IN
- Upon graduation, he attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- Mr. Chmiel began his career at a small five-attorney firm in Pittsburgh where he began to develop his trial skills handling general liability cases, including motor vehicle accidents and premises liability claims, as well as medical negligence matters
- Mr. Chmiel continued to pursue his interests in medical negligence defense at a significantly larger firm based out of Philadelphia, PA until arriving at Baum O’Connor Cullen Chmiel
- He is also a Fellow of the Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County, membership to which is extended only to litigators who have demonstrated outstanding ability and experience in their fields
Practice Areas Explained
David M. "Dave" Chmiel's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David M. "Dave" Chmiel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
David M. "Dave" Chmiel is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David M. "Dave" Chmiel is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
David M. "Dave" Chmiel is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
David M. "Dave" Chmiel is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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.
Looking for additional Pennsylvania attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Pittsburgh or all attorneys in Pennsylvania.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about David M. "Dave" Chmiel
Where is David M. "Dave" Chmiel's law office located?
What practice areas does David M. "Dave" Chmiel handle?
How long has David M. "Dave" Chmiel practiced law?
Where did David M. "Dave" Chmiel go to law school?
How can I contact David M. "Dave" Chmiel for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has David M. "Dave" Chmiel received?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.