Atty. Michael Paul Petro
Michael Paul Petro is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years.
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Michael Paul Petro is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Seewald, Mielnicki & Petro. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1995). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1995) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael Paul Petro is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Michael practices at Seewald, Mielnicki & Petro in Pittsburgh, PA
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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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.
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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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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