Atty. William R. Pelger

Atty. William R. Pelger

William R. Pelger is a diligent, hard working attorney, who devotes personal attention to each case and takes pride in obtaining excellent results for his clients.

Munhall Munhall 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (412) 546-4178 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William R. Pelger at a glance

William R. Pelger is an Attorney based in Munhall, Pennsylvania, practicing at Pelger Law. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, wills, car accidents, trusts, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1987) and U.S. District Court Western District of Pennsylvania (1987). Educated at University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Bachelor of Arts University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 1981 Honor: Dean's List Cleveland State University, Cleveland-Marshall C (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Allegheny County Bar Association. Serands clients in Munhall, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William R. Pelger is a diligent, hard working attorney, who devotes personal attention to each case and takes pride in obtaining excellent results for his clients
  • He began his career as a trial lawyer with the Allegheny County Public Defender, earning a reputation as a zealous defender of individual rights and human dignity
  • During this time, Attorney Pelger, litigated hundreds of trials with much success and developed many contacts in the court system
  • Attorney Pelger represents clients on a daily basis in the criminal, civil and family courts in Pittsburgh
  • Pelgerlaw can offer the service of a downtown law office, in a convenient and comfortable suburban setting
  • Even after moving his practice from downtown to his hometown of Munhall in 1996, Attorney Pelger remains active in the civil, criminal and family courts in Pittsburgh
  • Although he continues to represent the interests of the rightfully and wrongfully accused and of the injured person, Attorney Pelger devotes a significant portion of his practice to providing practical and economic solutions for legal problems encountered by every day working people in the Mon Valley communities and the entire Pittsburgh area, including elder and estate law
  • His focus areas are: CRIMINAL DEFENSE
  • All areas of criminal defense including DUI/DWI, juvenile crimes, sex crimes, domestic violence, theft, drug, narcotic and controlled substance charges, guns and firearm violations, white collar crimes, computer crimes, detainers, probation and parole violations and bond/bail hearings
  • We expunge criminal records
  • ESTATE PLANNING AND PROBATE
  • Drafting of essential estate planning documents with the goal of eliminating future problems for you and your loved ones, including General Durable Powers of Attorney, Health Care Powers of Attorney, Wills, Living Wills, and Deeds
  • The handling of all probate and non-probate matters including the opening of an estate, filing of all legally required estate documents, drafting inheritance tax returns and preparation of accounts for the courts
  • ELDER LAW
  • Attorney Pelger can advise you on the general principles of what to prepare for if you have a loved one who may potentially need Medicaid funding, including eligibility, look-back, the Estate Recovery Act and spend down
  • PERSONAL INJURY and GENERAL CIVIL CLAIMS
  • If you are injured as a result of another person's negligence, let Attorney Pelger put his experience and trial skills to work for you
  • If you have been sued, Attorney Pelger can defend you
  • If you need to file a lawsuit against someone to recover your money or property or other losses, let Attorney Pelger help you
  • FAMILY LAW
  • Child or spousal support actions, child custody conciliations or trials, and settlement or litigation of Protection from Abuse (PFA) statute matters
  • We handle the court name change process
  • REAL ESTATE
  • Preparation of deeds, sales agreements, contracts and documents needed to transfer property
  • Litigation Percentage 75% of Practice Devoted to Litigation

Practice Areas Explained

William R. Pelger's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Wills

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Car Accidents

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Trusts

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Criminal Defense

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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 Munhall 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 R. Pelger

Where is William R. Pelger's law office located?
William R. Pelger's law practice is located in Munhall, Pennsylvania. The firm is Pelger Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William R. Pelger handle?
William R. Pelger focuses on dui/dwi, wills, car accidents, trusts, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has William R. Pelger practiced law?
William R. Pelger has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did William R. Pelger go to law school?
William R. Pelger earned their education at (—).
How can I contact William R. Pelger for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William R. Pelger received?
William R. Pelger's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Bachelor of Arts University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 1981 Honor: Dean's List Cleveland State University, Cleveland-Marshall C
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Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1987

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