Atty. Ronald Brian Roteman

Atty. Ronald Brian Roteman

Ron concentrates his practice in the areas of debtors’ and creditors’ rights, emphasizing both business and consumer insolvency/bankruptcy law and out-of-court workouts. Listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 2008 and most recently named to the 2014 edition, his practice includes the representation of debtors and creditors in all facets of insolvency matters.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Ronald Brian Roteman at a glance

Ronald Brian Roteman is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Stonecipher Law Firm. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1993) and West Virginia (2003). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1992) and Pennsylvania State University (B.S. Accounting, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association Pennsylvania Bar Association Allegheny County Bar Association - Bankruptcy and Commercial Law Section past chair and ex-officio member of council, and current member of the Professional Ethics committee. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ron concentrates his practice in the areas of debtors’ and creditors’ rights, emphasizing both business and consumer insolvency/bankruptcy law and out-of-court workouts
  • Listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 2008 and most recently named to the 2014 edition, his practice includes the representation of debtors and creditors in all facets of insolvency matters
  • Businesses and individuals rely upon his counsel in numerous other commercial situations, including transactions and dispute resolution matters, collections, mechanic’s liens, and a variety of other general business situations
  • Since 2006, Mr. Roteman has maintained certification from the American Board of Certification as a specialist in both consumer and business bankruptcy law, and has been listed since 2010 in Pennsylvania Super Lawyers (named a Top 50 Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in 2011)
  • Ron is also a Martindale-Hubbell AV peer review rated attorney
  • Most recently, Ron has expanded his practice areas to include various aspects of oil and gas law, including leasing and other transactional work, and litigation
  • Before joining the firm in 2009, Ron practiced for fourteen years with the firm of Campbell & Levine following a two-year clerkship with the Honorable L. Edward Friend, II, of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of West Virginia
  • Ron is the immediate past President of the Pittsburgh chapter of the Turnaround Management Association and a member of the national board of trustees, past chair of the Bankruptcy and Commercial Law Section Council of the ACBA, a current member of the Ethics Committee of the ACBA, for a period of over 6 years ending June 30, 2012 was a member of the board of directors of Southwinds, Inc., a charitable nonprofit organization serving adults with developmental challenges, and currently serves as a member of the bylaws committee of the Temple Emanuel of the South Hills
  • He is a frequent speaker on various insolvency related matters
  • Mr. Roteman earned a B.S. in accounting from Penn State University and an MBA and JD from the University of Pittsburgh
  • He is currently a member of the American, Pennsylvania, Allegheny County, and West Virginia bars, the third and fourth circuit courts of appeals, and the district courts for the western district of Pennsylvania and the northern and southern districts of West Virginia

Practice Areas Explained

Ronald Brian Roteman's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Ronald Brian Roteman is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Ronald Brian Roteman

Where is Ronald Brian Roteman's law office located?
Ronald Brian Roteman's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Stonecipher Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ronald Brian Roteman handle?
Ronald Brian Roteman focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Ronald Brian Roteman practiced law?
Ronald Brian Roteman has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Ronald Brian Roteman go to law school?
Ronald Brian Roteman earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S. Accounting, 1984).
How can I contact Ronald Brian Roteman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Ronald Brian Roteman received?
Ronald Brian Roteman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1992
B.S. Accounting
Pennsylvania State University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1993
West Virginia
Admitted: 2003

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