Atty. John Franklin Meck

Atty. John Franklin Meck

John Franklin Meck is a lawyer practicing estate planning, litigation, estates and trusts and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About John Franklin Meck at a glance

John Franklin Meck is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals for (1977). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1977) and Bucknell University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Franklin Meck is a lawyer practicing estate planning, litigation, estates and trusts and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John practices at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

John Franklin Meck's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Franklin Meck handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

John Franklin Meck is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John Franklin Meck is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

John Franklin Meck is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 John Franklin Meck

Where is John Franklin Meck's law office located?
John Franklin Meck's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Franklin Meck handle?
John Franklin Meck focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has John Franklin Meck practiced law?
John Franklin Meck has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did John Franklin Meck go to law school?
John Franklin Meck earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact John Franklin Meck for a consultation?
You can contact John Franklin Meck 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 John Franklin Meck received?
John Franklin Meck's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
Bucknell University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals for
Admitted: 1977

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