Atty. David M. McQuiston
David M. McQuiston is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law, workers compensation, hospital liability and 2 other areas of law.
Admiralty and Maritime Law & More Attorney · Serving Pittsburgh, PA · 46+ Years Experience
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About David M. McQuiston at a Glance
David M. McQuiston is a President based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on workers comp, health care, insurance, military, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1980) and U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1984). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1980) and Allegheny College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allegheny County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations Maritime Law Association of the United States. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David M. McQuiston
- David M. McQuiston is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law, workers compensation, hospital liability and 2 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Allegheny College in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
- David practices in Pittsburgh, PA
Practice Areas Explained
David M. McQuiston's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David M. McQuiston handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pittsburgh.
Workers Compensation in Pittsburgh
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
David M. McQuiston is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Health Care Law in Pittsburgh
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
David M. McQuiston is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Insurance Law in Pittsburgh
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
David M. McQuiston is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Military Law in Pittsburgh
Military attorneys for court-martial, discharge upgrades, veterans benefits, and military family matters.
David M. McQuiston is one of 8,508 military attorneys indexed nationally. Browse military attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Maritime & Admiralty Law in Pittsburgh
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
David M. McQuiston is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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 M. McQuiston
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 M. McQuiston's practice in the field of workers comp, health care, insurance, military, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David M. McQuiston brings 46+ 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 and U.S. Court of Military Appeals, David M. McQuiston can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering workers comp, health care, and insurance, David M. McQuiston 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 M. McQuiston 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 M. McQuiston Handles in Pittsburgh
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David M. McQuiston 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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