Atty. Michael P. Pest

Atty. Michael P. Pest

Michael P. Pest is a lawyer.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 15 yrs experience 15 year
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About Michael P. Pest at a glance

Michael P. Pest is a Partner based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Duane Morris LLP. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2011) and Ohio U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the Easter (2019). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 2011) and Northwestern University (B.A., 2006). Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Michael P. Pest is a lawyer
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 2006, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Michael practices at Duane Morris LLP in Pittsburgh, PA

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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Where is Michael P. Pest's law office located?
Michael P. Pest's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Duane Morris LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael P. Pest practiced law?
Michael P. Pest has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Michael P. Pest go to law school?
Michael P. Pest earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (B.A., 2006).
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Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 2011
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2011
Ohio U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the Easter
Admitted: 2019

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