Atty. Michael Paul Petro

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.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Paul Petro at a glance

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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About

  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Paul Petro's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Paul Petro handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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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 Michael Paul Petro

Where is Michael Paul Petro's law office located?
Michael Paul Petro's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Seewald, Mielnicki & Petro. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Paul Petro handle?
Michael Paul Petro focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Michael Paul Petro practiced law?
Michael Paul Petro has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michael Paul Petro go to law school?
Michael Paul Petro earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Michael Paul Petro for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Paul Petro 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1995
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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