Atty. David Raves
David Raves is a lawyer practicing construction law, zoning law, litigation and 2 other areas of law. David received a degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1982, and has been licensed for 35 years.
Construction Law & More Attorney · Serving Pittsburgh, PA · 35+ Years Experience
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About David Raves at a Glance
David Raves is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Maiello, Brungo & Maiello, LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on zoning, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1991). Educated at Duquesne University (J.D., 1991) and Carnegie Mellon University (B. Arch., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Institute of Architects. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Raves
- David Raves is a lawyer practicing construction law, zoning law, litigation and 2 other areas of law
- David received a degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1982, and has been licensed for 35 years
- David practices at Maiello, Brungo & Maiello, LLP in Pittsburgh, PA
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David Raves's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Raves handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pittsburgh.
Land Use & Zoning in Pittsburgh
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Construction Law in Pittsburgh
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Civil Litigation in Pittsburgh
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Raves
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 Raves's practice in the field of zoning, construction, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Raves brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering zoning, construction, and litigation, David Raves 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 Raves attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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