Atty. Richard Edward Werner

Atty. Richard Edward Werner

Richard Edward Werner is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, probate law, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Muskingum College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Edward Werner at a glance

Richard Edward Werner is a The Buncher Company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, estate planning, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1979), U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1984). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1979) and Muskingum College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Edward Werner is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, probate law, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Muskingum College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Richard practices in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Edward Werner's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Richard Edward Werner is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Richard Edward Werner is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Richard Edward Werner is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Workers Compensation

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

Richard Edward Werner is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Edward Werner

Where is Richard Edward Werner's law office located?
Richard Edward Werner's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Edward Werner handle?
Richard Edward Werner focuses on probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, estate planning, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Richard Edward Werner practiced law?
Richard Edward Werner has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Richard Edward Werner go to law school?
Richard Edward Werner earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Richard Edward Werner for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Edward Werner 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 Richard Edward Werner received?
Richard Edward Werner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1979
B.A.
Muskingum College
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1984

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