Atty. Michael E. Dunlavey
Michael E. Dunlavey is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, insurance law, social security/disability law and 1 other area of law.
Insurance Law & More Attorney · Serving Erie, PA · 52+ Years Experience
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About Michael E. Dunlavey at a Glance
Michael E. Dunlavey is a Com. Pleas J. based in Erie, Pennsylvania. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, ssd, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1974), U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1974), and New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court, Western District o (1978). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1974) and University of Notre Dame (A.B., 1967). Serves clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael E. Dunlavey
- Michael E. Dunlavey is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, insurance law, social security/disability law and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1967, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Michael practices in Erie, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael E. Dunlavey's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael E. Dunlavey handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Erie.
Personal Injury in Erie
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Michael E. Dunlavey is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Real Estate Law in Erie
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael E. Dunlavey is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Social Security Disability in Erie
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Michael E. Dunlavey is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Insurance Law in Erie
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Michael E. Dunlavey is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Erie
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 Erie 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 venue, 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.
Erie Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Erie-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Erie Choose Michael E. Dunlavey
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael E. Dunlavey's practice in the field of personal injury, real estate, ssd, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael E. Dunlavey brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania, and New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court, Western District o, Michael E. Dunlavey can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, real estate, and ssd, Michael E. Dunlavey can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Erie
A Erie-based practice means Michael E. Dunlavey attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael E. Dunlavey Handles in Erie
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