Atty. Philip Joseph Weis

Atty. Philip Joseph Weis

Philip Joseph Weis is a lawyer practicing state, local and municipal law, land use & zoning, employee benefits and erisa and 4 other areas of law. Philip received a B.S. degree from LaSalle University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Philip Joseph Weis at a glance

Philip Joseph Weis is a Shareholder based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on employment, tax, zoning, employment contracts, and government. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1985). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 1985) and LaSalle University (B.S. Accounting, 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Allegheny County Bar Association American Bar Association. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Philip Joseph Weis is a lawyer practicing state, local and municipal law, land use & zoning, employee benefits and erisa and 4 other areas of law
  • Philip received a B.S. degree from LaSalle University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Philip practices at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Philip Joseph Weis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip Joseph Weis 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.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Land Use & Zoning

Philip Joseph Weis is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Employment Contracts

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Philip Joseph Weis is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Philip Joseph Weis

Where is Philip Joseph Weis's law office located?
Philip Joseph Weis's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip Joseph Weis handle?
Philip Joseph Weis focuses on employment, tax, zoning, employment contracts, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Philip Joseph Weis practiced law?
Philip Joseph Weis has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Philip Joseph Weis go to law school?
Philip Joseph Weis earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S. Accounting, 1982).
How can I contact Philip Joseph Weis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Philip Joseph Weis received?
Philip Joseph Weis's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 1985
B.S. Accounting
LaSalle University
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1985

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