Atty. Debra Lee Allen

Atty. Debra Lee Allen

Debra Lee Allen is a lawyer practicing banking, bankruptcy, defense litigation and 6 other areas of law. Debra received a degree from Cornell Univ. in 1975, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Debra Lee Allen at a glance

Debra Lee Allen is a Member , Co-Chair, Consumer Finance Group based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1989), U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas (1991), Maryland (1993), and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1998). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1988) and Cornell Univ. (B.Sc. Cornell, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Community Affiliations •Vice President, Jefferson County Development Authority Board, Jefferson County, WV, 2013 - present. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Debra Lee Allen is a lawyer practicing banking, bankruptcy, defense litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • Debra received a degree from Cornell Univ. in 1975, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Debra practices in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Debra Lee Allen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Debra Lee Allen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Debra Lee Allen is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

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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 Debra Lee Allen

Where is Debra Lee Allen's law office located?
Debra Lee Allen's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Debra Lee Allen handle?
Debra Lee Allen focuses on criminal defense, business, real estate, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Debra Lee Allen practiced law?
Debra Lee Allen has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Debra Lee Allen go to law school?
Debra Lee Allen earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.Sc. Cornell, 1975).
How can I contact Debra Lee Allen for a consultation?
You can contact Debra Lee Allen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Debra Lee Allen received?
Debra Lee Allen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1988
B.Sc. Cornell
Cornell Univ.
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas
Admitted: 1991
Maryland
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1998
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2005
West Virginia U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia, and the
Admitted: 2005

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