Atty. Stephen Michael Elek

Atty. Stephen Michael Elek

Stephen Michael Elek is a lawyer practicing insurance, defense litigation. Stephen received a B.S. degree from Duquesne University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Michael Elek at a glance

Stephen Michael Elek is a criminal defense, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1986). Educated at Duquesne University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Duquesne University (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Michael Elek is a lawyer practicing insurance, defense litigation
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from Duquesne University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Stephen practices in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Michael Elek's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Stephen Michael Elek is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Stephen Michael Elek is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Stephen Michael Elek is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Stephen Michael Elek

Where is Stephen Michael Elek's law office located?
Stephen Michael Elek's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Michael Elek handle?
Stephen Michael Elek focuses on criminal defense, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Stephen Michael Elek practiced law?
Stephen Michael Elek has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Stephen Michael Elek go to law school?
Stephen Michael Elek earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact Stephen Michael Elek for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Michael Elek 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 Stephen Michael Elek received?
Stephen Michael Elek's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Duquesne University School of Law
- 1986
B.S.
Duquesne University
- 1983

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1986

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