Atty. James A. McGovern

Atty. James A. McGovern

James A. McGovern is a lawyer practicing securities and investments professional liability, architectural, engineering and construction defect litigation, miscellaneous professional liability and 1 other area of law.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About James A. McGovern at a glance

James A. McGovern is a construction, securities, and insurance attorney based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1990), Pennsylvania (1990), District of Columbia (1992), and U.S. Supreme Court (2002). Educated at George Washington University National Law Center, Washington, District of Columbia (J.D., 1990) and University of Pittsburgh (B.S. Business, 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Associations & memberships Allegheny County Bar Association Pennsylvania Bar Association Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A. McGovern is a lawyer practicing securities and investments professional liability, architectural, engineering and construction defect litigation, miscellaneous professional liability and 1 other area of law
  • James A. received a B.S. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • James A. practices in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James A. McGovern's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. McGovern handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Construction Law

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Securities Law

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 James A. McGovern

Where is James A. McGovern's law office located?
James A. McGovern's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. McGovern handle?
James A. McGovern focuses on construction, securities, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James A. McGovern practiced law?
James A. McGovern has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did James A. McGovern go to law school?
James A. McGovern earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S. Business, 1987).
How can I contact James A. McGovern for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James A. McGovern received?
James A. McGovern's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University National Law Center, Washington, District of Columbia
- 1990
B.S. Business
University of Pittsburgh
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1990
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2002

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