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Atty. Pete S. Visnic

Atty. Pete S. Visnic

Pete S. Visnic is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, workers compensation law, disability law and 1 other area of law.

Weirton Weirton 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Pete S. Visnic at a glance

Pete S. Visnic is a Member based in Weirton, West Virginia, practicing at Pete S. Visnic. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1983), U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (1983), Pennsylvania (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 1983) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Allegheny County, Hancock County, West Virginia and Pennsylvania Bar Associations The West Virginia State Bar West Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Weirton, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Pete S. Visnic is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, workers compensation law, disability law and 1 other area of law
  • Pete received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Pete practices at Pete S. Visnic in Weirton, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Pete S. Visnic's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Pete S. Visnic handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Pete S. Visnic is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in West Virginia →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Pete S. Visnic is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in West Virginia →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Pete S. Visnic is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in West Virginia →

Securities Law

Pete S. Visnic is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in West Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in West Virginia

Practicing law in West Virginia. Legal matters in West Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Weirton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate West Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in West Virginia 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 West Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Pete S. Visnic

Where is Pete S. Visnic's law office located?
Pete S. Visnic's law practice is located in Weirton, West Virginia. The firm is Pete S. Visnic. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Pete S. Visnic handle?
Pete S. Visnic focuses on employment, workers comp, ssd, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Pete S. Visnic practiced law?
Pete S. Visnic has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Pete S. Visnic go to law school?
Pete S. Visnic earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Pete S. Visnic for a consultation?
You can contact Pete S. Visnic 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 Pete S. Visnic received?
Pete S. Visnic's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University
- 1983
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1983
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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