Atty. Mark James Christman

Atty. Mark James Christman

Mark James Christman is a lawyer practicing general corporate, real estate, entertainment and 5 other areas of law. Mark received a B.S. degree from Allegheny College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark James Christman at a glance

Mark James Christman is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, government, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1986) and West Virginia (1987). Educated at Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University (J.D., 1986) and Allegheny College (B.S. Economics, 1983). Active member of American Bar Association Allegheny County Bar Association. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark James Christman is a lawyer practicing general corporate, real estate, entertainment and 5 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.S. degree from Allegheny College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Mark practices at Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark James Christman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark James Christman 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

Mark James Christman is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Mark James Christman

Where is Mark James Christman's law office located?
Mark James Christman's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark James Christman handle?
Mark James Christman focuses on business, real estate, zoning, government, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Mark James Christman practiced law?
Mark James Christman has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Mark James Christman go to law school?
Mark James Christman earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S. Economics, 1983).
How can I contact Mark James Christman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University
- 1986
B.S. Economics
Allegheny College
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1986
West Virginia
Admitted: 1987

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