Atty. Russell David Giancola

Atty. Russell David Giancola

Russ Giancola is an experienced trial lawyer who has handled a wide variety of litigation matters for businesses and individuals. Russ focuses his practice on commercial litigation and election law.

Erie Erie 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Russell David Giancola at a glance

Russell David Giancola is a Counsel based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at Leech Tishman. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on employment, real estate, construction, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2005) and West Virginia United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit United States District Court for (2008). Educated at University of Colorado School of Law (J.D., 2005) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 2002). Active member of Allegheny County Bar Association. Serands clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Russ Giancola is an experienced trial lawyer who has handled a wide variety of litigation matters for businesses and individuals
  • Russ focuses his practice on commercial litigation and election law
  • Russ has worked with businesses in the construction, financial, healthcare, maritime, and telecom industries
  • He brings litigation experience in title and warranty claims, bankruptcy, creditors’ rights, breach of contract actions, insurance coverage, employment, and professional liability claims, and is experienced in conducting corporate and internal investigations
  • Russ also has significant successful appellate experience
  • Russ’s election law practice includes representing local, state, and federal candidates and political committees
  • He has handled a variety of election disputes, including election contests, nomination objections, recounts, challenges regarding absentee and mail-in ballots, and redistricting and reapportionment litigation
  • He has also planned and participated in election day operations on behalf of numerous campaigns
  • Prior to entering private practice, Russ served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Ronald W. Folino in the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County

Practice Areas Explained

Russell David Giancola's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Russell David Giancola 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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Real Estate Law

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

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Construction Law

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Civil Litigation

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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 Erie 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 Russell David Giancola

Where is Russell David Giancola's law office located?
Russell David Giancola's law practice is located in Erie, Pennsylvania. The firm is Leech Tishman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Russell David Giancola handle?
Russell David Giancola focuses on employment, real estate, construction, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Russell David Giancola practiced law?
Russell David Giancola has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Russell David Giancola go to law school?
Russell David Giancola earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 2002).
How can I contact Russell David Giancola for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Colorado School of Law
- 2005
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2005
West Virginia United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit United States District Court for
Admitted: 2008

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