Atty. James Peter Valecko

Atty. James Peter Valecko

James Peter Valecko is a lawyer practicing commercial collections, consumer collections, bankruptcy. James received a B.A. degree from Washington & Jefferson College, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About James Peter Valecko at a glance

James Peter Valecko is a Shareholder based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1993), U.S. District Court (Northern District of Ohio) (1994), Pennsylvania (1997), and U.S. District Court (Western District of Pennsylvania) (1997). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law J.D. magna cum laude Case Western Reserve University School of Law J.D. 1993 Order of the Coif (—) and Washington & Jefferson College B.A. summa cum laude Washington & Jefferson College B.A. Political Science and English Washington & Jefferson College B.A. 1990 Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Affiliations: Illinois State Bar Association Washington County Bar Association. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Peter Valecko is a lawyer practicing commercial collections, consumer collections, bankruptcy
  • James received a B.A. degree from Washington & Jefferson College, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • James practices at Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James Peter Valecko's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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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.

James Peter Valecko is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Creditor Rights & Collections

James Peter Valecko is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

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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 Peter Valecko

Where is James Peter Valecko's law office located?
James Peter Valecko's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Peter Valecko handle?
James Peter Valecko focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James Peter Valecko practiced law?
James Peter Valecko has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did James Peter Valecko go to law school?
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How can I contact James Peter Valecko for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Peter Valecko received?
James Peter Valecko's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Case Western Reserve University School of Law J.D. magna cum laude Case Western Reserve University School of Law J.D. 1993 Order of the Coif
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Washington & Jefferson College B.A. summa cum laude Washington & Jefferson College B.A. Political Science and English Washington & Jefferson College B.A. 1990 Phi Beta Kappa
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court (Northern District of Ohio)
Admitted: 1994
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court (Western District of Pennsylvania)
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court (Middle District of Pennsylvania)
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court (Eastern District of Pennsylvania)
Admitted: 2005
Illinois
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court (Northern District of Illinois)
Admitted: 2010

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