Atty. Richard Dissen

Atty. Richard Dissen

Richard Dissen is a lawyer practicing labor arbitration, personal injury, securities arbitration. Richard received a B.A. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Richard Dissen at a glance

Richard Dissen is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Richard Dissen. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury and adr. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1978), and U.S. Supreme Court (1994). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1978) and Carnegie Mellon University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Dissen is a lawyer practicing labor arbitration, personal injury, securities arbitration
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Richard practices at Richard Dissen in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Dissen's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Richard Dissen is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Richard Dissen is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Richard Dissen

Where is Richard Dissen's law office located?
Richard Dissen's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Richard Dissen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Dissen handle?
Richard Dissen focuses on personal injury, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Richard Dissen practiced law?
Richard Dissen has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Richard Dissen go to law school?
Richard Dissen earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Richard Dissen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Dissen received?
Richard Dissen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1978
B.A.
Carnegie Mellon University
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1994

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