Atty. David Michael Charles

Atty. David Michael Charles

Phi Kappa Phi. Member, Duquesne Law Review, 1980-1981.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (412) 546-0340 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David Michael Charles at a glance

David Michael Charles is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Charles, Fenchel & Associates. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1981), U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1984). Educated at Duquesne University (J.D., 1981) and Duquesne University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania (Member, Sections on: Criminal Law Family Law Civil Litigation Real Property, Probate and Trust Law) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phi Kappa Phi
  • Member, Duquesne Law Review, 1980-1981

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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Where is David Michael Charles's law office located?
David Michael Charles's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Charles, Fenchel & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has David Michael Charles practiced law?
David Michael Charles has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did David Michael Charles go to law school?
David Michael Charles earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1979).
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David Michael Charles's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duquesne University
- 1981
B.A.
Duquesne University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1984

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