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I help clients with all aspects of criminal law, personal injury, and medical malpractice. I defend clients against all charges and I help clients be restored to whole when they have been injured or economically damaged.
Since 1979 I have been in private practice concentrating almost entirely on criminal defense and plaintiff’s personal injury. I also do City of Pittsburgh fireman disciplinary hearings and civil service appeals. I have tried hundreds of civil and criminal cases to jury verdict, including more than a dozen homicides, four of those death penalty cases.
I keep my clients up to date through all stages of their case. I answer phone calls, I form relationships with my clients, I visit my clients in jail, I always provide zealous representation through all stages of the case, and I always do what is in the best interest of my client. Whether it is fighting for your freedom or for your financial compensation, when the odds are stacked against you I will be the one in your corner.
I was born and raised in the City of Pittsburgh and I have lived here all my life. I have been practicing law in Pittsburgh for over thirty-seven years. I am an experienced hometown attorney who has been fighting for his clients since day one.
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310 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219
12 Client Reviews
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Posted by Roberto | May 15, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Amazing team, tip-top efficiency and great availability.
Heavensent!!! My experience with DePasquale's team was truly flawless. They thoroughly explained all the details of my case in layman's terms. I was promptly informed of my best options without wasting any time. They are a Bilingual & Multicultural team who cares about helping people. Without con...
Posted by Andrew | January 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best Attorney in Western Pa
James Depasquale has been defending my family in the court of law for years. He is a true professional who is highly respected by judges, lawyers, and law enforcement personal. Mr. Depasquale has always been clear about explaining different options and is easy to get a hold of if you have a concer...
Posted by Jose | November 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Straight-forward, Efficient, Reasonable, Bi-lingual
My reason for hiring Attorney DePasquale is outside of the topics listed. He was very efficient in helping me resolve an issue regarding the custody of my son. He gave me concise, straight-forward answers, without any legal jargon and treated me as a peer. He was also understanding of my standing and...
Posted by Andrew | November 21, 2016
Had all the answers
I didn't know what to do, I went to Mr. Depasquale looking for answers. He could easily have just taken my money, but Mr depasquale went through every detail of case and explained to me all of my options. Unfortunately he advised me that he knew a lawyer better suited to handle my case. I really appr...
"I fully endorse Jim DePasquale as an excellent civil (plaintiff's side) and criminal defense attorney. Not only is he highly intelligent, he has an unquestionable work ethic that manifests in successful results in the courtroom. I've discussed many legal issues with him and I've seen him win in battle. Nothing intimidates him, not the facts, the Judge, nothing. If I were in a legal bind, I wouldn't hesitate to hire Jim and you shouldn't either."
"I endorse James DePasquale for each of his practice areas. I know him to be a lawyer who other lawyers turn to for advice. He is also known as a lawyer who prepares thoroughly and advocates zealously for his clients."
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Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Clients Choice Award, Avvo
1979 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of James E. DePasquale
1997 - 2006
Professor of translating legal documents from Spanish to English, University of Pittsburgh
1985 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
Pennsylvania Association for JusticeMember
1985 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1985 - Present
West Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2004 - 2014
Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny CountyElected Member
1979
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
MA - Masters
1971
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Criminal Defense Trial From Start To Finish
2006
Defending the Capital Punishment Case
2006
Defending the Capital Punishment Case
2001
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