Atty. Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr.

Atty. Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr.

Steven E. Riley, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs.

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Profile Summary

About Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr. at a glance

Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr. is a medical malpractice and personal injury attorney based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at Purchase, George & Murphey PC. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association. Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1978) and University of Pittsburgh (—, 1978). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Steven E. Riley, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
  • Steven E., who practices law in Erie, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2008
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Steven E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

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

Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr. 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.

Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 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 Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr.

Where is Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr.'s law office located?
Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr.'s law practice is located in Erie, Pennsylvania. The firm is Purchase, George & Murphey PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr. handle?
Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr. focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
Where did Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr. go to law school?
Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (—, 1978).
How can I contact Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr. 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 Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr. received?
Steven E. "Tim" Riley, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — PA Bar Association President's Award.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1978
University of Pittsburgh
- 1978

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — PA Bar Association President's Award
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Erie County Bar Association President's Award
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Pittsburgh)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Pittsburgh)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Pittsburgh)
- 2016

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association

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