Atty. Norma Chase
Norma Chase is a lawyer practicing family law, appellate practice, criminal law. Norma received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Pittsburgh, PA · 48+ Years Experience
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About Norma Chase at a Glance
Norma Chase is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Norma Chase. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1978). Educated at Duquesne University (J.D., 1978) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Norma Chase
- Norma Chase is a lawyer practicing family law, appellate practice, criminal law
- Norma received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Norma practices at Norma Chase in Pittsburgh, PA
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Norma Chase's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Norma Chase handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pittsburgh.
Criminal Defense in Pittsburgh
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 in Pittsburgh
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Norma Chase is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Appellate Practice in Pittsburgh
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Norma Chase is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pittsburgh
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 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.
Pittsburgh Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pittsburgh-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 Pittsburgh Choose Norma Chase
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 Norma Chase's practice in the field of criminal defense, family law, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Norma Chase brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, family law, and appellate, Norma Chase can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pittsburgh
A Pittsburgh-based practice means Norma Chase attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Norma Chase Handles in Pittsburgh
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Norma Chase has experience with under Pennsylvania law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Norma Chase directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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