Atty. Robert Philip Simons
Robert Philip Simons is a lawyer practicing business, commercial, bankruptcy & commercial restructuring and 8 other areas of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from Concord University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Bankruptcy & Commercial Restructuring & More Attorney · Serving Pittsburgh, PA · 44+ Years Experience
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About Robert Philip Simons at a Glance
Robert Philip Simons is a Partner based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Reed Smith LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1982), Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern, Western and Middle Districts Pennsylvania U.S. District C (1987), New York U.S. Supreme Court (2003), and Ohio (2004). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 1982) and Concord University (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Philip Simons
- Robert Philip Simons is a lawyer practicing business, commercial, bankruptcy & commercial restructuring and 8 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.S. degree from Concord University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Robert practices at Reed Smith LLP in Pittsburgh, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Philip Simons's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Philip Simons handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pittsburgh.
Business & Corporate Law in Pittsburgh
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Pittsburgh
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Robert Philip Simons is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil Litigation in Pittsburgh
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert Philip Simons is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Environmental Law in Pittsburgh
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pittsburgh
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 venue, 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.
Pittsburgh Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pittsburgh-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Pittsburgh Choose Robert Philip Simons
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert Philip Simons's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, litigation, and environmental.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Philip Simons brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in West Virginia, Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern, Western and Middle Districts Pennsylvania U.S. District C, and New York U.S. Supreme Court, Robert Philip Simons can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and litigation, Robert Philip Simons can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pittsburgh
A Pittsburgh-based practice means Robert Philip Simons attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert Philip Simons Handles in Pittsburgh
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