Atty. Paul Douglas Steinman

Atty. Paul Douglas Steinman

Paul Douglas Steinman is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, criminal defense. Paul received a B.A. degree from Haverford College in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Douglas Steinman at a glance

Paul Douglas Steinman is a Member, Vice Chair of the Litigation Division based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, PLLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1987) and West Virginia All Pennsylvania and West Virginia courts U.S. District Court for the Western District (2003). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1987) and Haverford College (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul Douglas Steinman is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, criminal defense
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Haverford College in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Paul practices at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC in Pittsburgh, PA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Douglas Steinman's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Paul Douglas Steinman is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Paul Douglas Steinman is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 Paul Douglas Steinman

Where is Paul Douglas Steinman's law office located?
Paul Douglas Steinman's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Douglas Steinman handle?
Paul Douglas Steinman focuses on criminal defense, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Paul Douglas Steinman practiced law?
Paul Douglas Steinman has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Paul Douglas Steinman go to law school?
Paul Douglas Steinman earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Paul Douglas Steinman for a consultation?
You can contact Paul Douglas Steinman 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.
What awards or recognition has Paul Douglas Steinman received?
Paul Douglas Steinman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1987
B.A.
Haverford College
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1987
West Virginia All Pennsylvania and West Virginia courts U.S. District Court for the Western District
Admitted: 2003

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