Atty. William H. Difenderfer

Atty. William H. Difenderfer

William H. Difenderfer is a lawyer practicing criminal law, federal criminal law, personal injury and 2 other areas of law.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 43 yrs experience 43 year
Call (412) 927-0501 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William H. Difenderfer at a glance

William H. Difenderfer is a personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, and consumer attorney based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1983). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1983) and West Minster College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William H. Difenderfer is a lawyer practicing criminal law, federal criminal law, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from West Minster College in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • William practices in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

William H. Difenderfer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William H. Difenderfer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

William H. Difenderfer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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.

William H. Difenderfer is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Federal Crimes

William H. Difenderfer is one of 6,773 federal crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse federal crimes attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

William H. Difenderfer is one of 50,607 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer 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 William H. Difenderfer

Where is William H. Difenderfer's law office located?
William H. Difenderfer's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William H. Difenderfer handle?
William H. Difenderfer focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has William H. Difenderfer practiced law?
William H. Difenderfer has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did William H. Difenderfer go to law school?
William H. Difenderfer earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact William H. Difenderfer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William H. Difenderfer received?
William H. Difenderfer's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University
- 1983
B.A.
West Minster College
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983

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