Atty. David M. Paul

Atty. David M. Paul

David M. Paul graduated with highest honors from the College of Wooster in 1985, where he received various academic awards including the Jonas O.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About David M. Paul at a glance

David M. Paul is a Partner based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Berger & Lagnese LLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, real estate, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1994). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1993) and College of Wooster (B.A. Tufts, 1985). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County, Fellow. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David M. Paul graduated with highest honors from the College of Wooster in 1985, where he received various academic awards including the Jonas O. Notestine Award, given to the graduating senior who has achieved the highest level of scholarship over the four year college course, as well as being inducted into Phi Beta Kappa
  • David obtained his J.D. with honors from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 1993
  • While at Pitt Law, David was a Law Fellows Scholar, an associate editor at the Journal of Law and Commerce, and the 1992 recipient of the William H. Eckert Prize, given for superior legal writing
  • David also earned a master’s degree from the prestigious Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University
  • Today, David’s practice focuses on medical malpractice, where he has obtained multiple significant jury verdicts and settlements throughout Western Pennsylvania for victims
  • David has also been selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2015-2017 publication of Best Lawyers in America
  • Inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America publication is reserved for the most highly-regarded lawyers in the Country, and is based on an exhaustive national survey comprising more than 5.5 million confidential evaluations by top attorneys
  • Professional Association & Memberships: Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County, Fellow

Practice Areas Explained

David M. Paul's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Product Liability

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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 M. Paul

Where is David M. Paul's law office located?
David M. Paul's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Berger & Lagnese LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David M. Paul handle?
David M. Paul focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, real estate, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has David M. Paul practiced law?
David M. Paul has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did David M. Paul go to law school?
David M. Paul earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A. Tufts, 1985).
How can I contact David M. Paul for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David M. Paul received?
David M. Paul's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1993
B.A. Tufts
College of Wooster
- 1985

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1994

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