Atty. David V. Weicht
David V. Weicht handles a wide variety of complex commercial litigation matters as an experienced litigator and has practiced across a wide range of industries for over 30 years.
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David V. Weicht is a Partner based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at Leech Tishman. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Ci (1992). Educated at The University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1992) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David V. Weicht handles a wide variety of complex commercial litigation matters as an experienced litigator and has practiced across a wide range of industries for over 30 years
- Dave is also a member of the Leech Tishman Management Committee and serves as General Counsel for the Firm
- Dave serves as Co-Chair of the Litigation Practice Group
- David’s practice includes representation of both businesses and individuals in disputes involving complex contract issues, corporate ownership, business acquisitions, oil and gas, bankruptcy, trusts and estates, insurance coverage, real estate, and civil rights
- In addition to trial experience, David has significant experience in state and federal appellate courts
- He has briefed and argued appeals before the Third Circuit Court of Appeals, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, the Pennsylvania Superior Court, and the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court
- Some of David’s recent representative litigations include: • Defended selling shareholder against claims for fraud and breach of contract asserted by private equity buyer. • Had custodian appointed over two privately held companies to protect interests of minority shareholder. • Represented international oil and gas company in dispute with joint venture partner over payment of gathering fees. • Defended golf agents in federal district court against claims for breach of contract and unjust enrichment arising out of an alleged oral agreement to share commissions. • Defended non-profit personal care facility against claims asserted against it in Lehman Bros. bankruptcy. • Argued in Pennsylvania Supreme Court on behalf of judgment holder in garnishment action against national bank. • Represented international construction company in federal court action against subcontractor arising out of letter of intent. • Represented minority owner of e-sports team in dispute over alleged forfeiture of ownership units. • Represented golf television personality in arbitration defending against claims asserted by former agent. • Briefed and argued multiple Third Circuit and Pennsylvania Superior Court appeals
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Erie 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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