Atty. William P. Hackney, Jr.

Atty. William P. Hackney, Jr.

William P. Hackney, Jr. is a lawyer practicing federal criminal law.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (412) 870-0003 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William P. Hackney, Jr. at a glance

William P. Hackney, Jr. is a Fed. Pub. Def., Fed. Pub. Def. Off. based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and federal crimes. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1979). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1978) and Carnegie Mellon University (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William P. Hackney, Jr. is a lawyer practicing federal criminal law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • William practices in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

William P. Hackney, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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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 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 P. Hackney, Jr.

Where is William P. Hackney, Jr.'s law office located?
William P. Hackney, Jr.'s law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William P. Hackney, Jr. handle?
William P. Hackney, Jr. focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has William P. Hackney, Jr. practiced law?
William P. Hackney, Jr. has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did William P. Hackney, Jr. go to law school?
William P. Hackney, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact William P. Hackney, Jr. for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1978
B.A.
Carnegie Mellon University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1979

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