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Michael Howard Rosenzweig
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Biography
Attorney Michael Rosenzweig, the firm's Co-Managing Partner, has an AV® Preeminent™ rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible rating based on legal ability and general ethical standards. He has also been honored as a Fellow of the Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County since 2002.
He is a Board-Certified Civil Trial Advocate and has been selected to the list of Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, an honor awarded to the top five percent of state-wide attorneys, from 2005-2020. Based on the results of the Super Lawyers selection process, Attorney Rosenzweig is listed as one of the Top 100 Attorneys in Pennsylvania for 2010-2020 and one of the Top 50 Attorneys in Pittsburgh for 2008-2020.
Attorney Rosenzweig has also been selected for inclusion in the 2010 - 2021 editions of The Best Lawyers in America®, an honor based on rigorous peer review, in two categories: Plaintiff's Personal Injury and Products Liability. Corporate Counsel magazine has called Best Lawyers "the most respected referral list of attorneys in practice."
Attorney Rosenzweig works hard to recover the money damages our clients deserve through settlements or jury verdicts. His accomplishments include six, seven, and eight-figure verdicts. He has successfully tried jury trials in both Pennsylvania and West Virginia courts.
Attorney Rosenzweig is an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.
Professional Honors and Memberships
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AV® Preeminent™ rating from Martindale-Hubbell
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2010 - 2021 Best Lawyers in America®
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2005 - 2020 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
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Super Lawyers Top 100 Attorneys in Pennsylvania for 2010 - 2020
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Super Lawyers Top 50 Attorneys in Pittsburgh for 2008 - 2020
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Board-Certified as a Civil Trial Advocate and Civil Pretrial Practice Advocate,National Board of Trial Advocacy
- Top 100 Trial Lawyer, the National Trial Lawyers
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Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
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Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County, Fellow
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American Association for Justice
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Pennsylvania Association for Justice
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Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association
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Allegheny County Bar Association
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Pennsylvania Bar Association
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West Virginia Bar Association
Education and Licensing
Attorney Rosenzweig graduated magna cum laude and received a Bachelor of Arts in 1981 from the University of Pittsburgh with dual major in history and political science. In 1984, he received his Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. He is licensed to practice law in all State and Federal Courts of both Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Community Involvement
Attorney Rosenzweig spends much of his free time volunteering for non-profit organizations throughout western Pennsylvania. He has and continues to serve on the boards of local non-profit institutions. He was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in West Virginia for 35 years
State: West Virginia
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 41 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Michael Howard Rosenzweig
Edgar Snyder & Associates, 600 Grant Street - US Steel Tower - 10th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 152192705
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Michael Howard Rosenzweig's Reviews
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Posted by John | December 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Professor
Absolutely fantastic. Michael and his group went above and beyond anything I could have expected. He was such a good attorney that I am worried that my review will sound like it was written by a spam-bot. I would recommend him to anyone.
Posted by Julie | November 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional and caring- the best phone call I ever made!
When my life changed drastically after an unfortunate car accident, Michael Rosenzweig and his team were the only lawyers willing to take my case. I felt helpless at the time and after my first conversation with Michael I knew I had made the right decision in calling Edgar Snyder's and Associates. He...
Michael Howard Rosenzweig's Lawyer Endorsements
"Michael is a highly skilled and effective lawyer. He is passionate about fighting for his client's rights, and achieves great results. I would not hesitate to refer a client to Michael."
"I respect and endorse Michael. He is a very, very passionate lawyer who achieves great results for his clients. He is an experienced litigator and extremely knowledgable in the personal injury field. Michael is a trustworthy, hard-working and a zealous advocate for his clients. He is great person and has the highest ethical standards. He runs an elite, well-respected firm that does an excellent job representing their clients. I give Michael the very highest of recommendations."
"I have known Michael for nearly 10 years now and he is a compassionate lawyer who works hard for his clients. I highly endorse him as both a colleague and counsel."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a terrific lawyer. He is very capable of handling complex cases and getting excellent results. Michael also cares about his clients and understands how accidents have affected their lives. He would be a great choice to be any injured person's lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know Michael personally, and he is a person of character. He has a great reputation in the legal community, and he is a leader. He has the experience to handle all types of personal injury claims, and he strives to obtain the best outcome for all of his clients. You can trust him and his firm."
"I enthusiastically endorse Michael Rosenzweig whom I have known for many years. He is a very intelligent, hard-working attorney who cares about his clients and achieves great results for them."
"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Well respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Top 100 Attorneys in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2017
Top 50 Lawyers in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2017
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2017
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2016
Top 50 Attorneys in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Attorneys in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Top 50 Attorneys in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2015
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Attorneys in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2014
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Attorneys in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2014
Top 50 Lawyers in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2014
Lawyer of the Year, Mining Law, Corporate LiveWire
2013
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2013
Top 50 Attorneys in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Attorneys in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2013
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Top 50 Attorneys in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2012
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2012
Top 100 Attorneys in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2012
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Top 100 Attorneys in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2011
Top 50 Attorneys in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2011
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2011
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2011
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Top 100 Attorneys in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2010
Top 50 Attorneys in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2010
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2009
Top 50 Attorneys in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2009
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2008
Top 50 Attorneys in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2008
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2007
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2006
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2005
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
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Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
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Top 100 Trial Lawyer, The National Trial Lawyers
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Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Co-managing partner, Edgar Snyder and Associates
1988 - 2016
Partner, Edgar Snyder & Associates
Associations
National Board of Trial Advocacy
Member
Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County
Fellow, Board of Governors
Pennsylvania Association for Justice
Member
Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association
President's Club Member
Allegheny County Bar Association
Member
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Member
American Association for Justice
Member
West Virginia Bar Association
Member
Education
1984
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
University of Pittsburgh
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
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Pennsylvania Association for Justice Annual Update of the Law Seminar
Civil Practice and Procedure Update
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Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Demonstrative Evidence – Show and Tell for the Jury
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Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Liens, Subrogation and Joint Tortfeasor Releases – Avoiding Pitfalls in Subrogation Arising Out of Personal Injury Cases
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Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Ethical Issues Presented in Settlement of Personal Injury Case
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Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Obtaining Court Approval to Settle Wrongful Death and Minor's Claims (Court Approval of Wrongful Death/Survival Action Claims)
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Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Auto Law Practice Tips and "Proving Hidden Damages"
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Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Evaluating & Settling Personal Injury Cases
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Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Trials in the Real World: How Things Are Done in Federal Court in Western PA
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Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Pennsylvania Bar Institute – Lights, Camera, Evidence
Publications
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Road Runner
After a Motorcycle Accident: Insurance Q & A
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Pittsburgh Better Times
What to Do if You're Injured in an Accident on Vacation
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Grand Strand Boomers
Boomers, Let's Talk Summer Vacation Safety
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Pittsburgh HealthCare Report
What to Do When an Accident Interrupts Your Summer Vacation
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Road Runner
Custom Motorcycle Registration
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Road Runner
Common Motorcycle Insurance Questions Answered
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Road Runner
Buying a Used Motorcycle? What You Should Know
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Road Runner
A Motorcyclist's Life: Riding With Young Passengers
N/A
Road Runner
Motorcycle Licensing Laws Are Different for Teen Riders
N/A
Road Runner
Riding Sober and Legal Responsibilities
N/A
Road Runner
Hit-and-Run Motorcycle Accidents
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Wing World
Kick Off Riding Season With Safety in Mind!
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Road Runner
Motorcycle Riding in Construction Zones
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Road Runner
Motorcycle Safety Protects You Legally as Well
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Road Runner
Safety Checklist for Spring
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Road Runner
Protecting Your Rights as a Passenger
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Road Runner
How to Protect Your Legal Rights
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Road Runner
Navigate the Road With Safety in Mind
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Road Runner
Choosing Motorcycle Insurance
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Motorcyclist
Motorcycle Insurance 101: Street Savvy
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Grand Strand Boomers
Boomer Bikers: Keep Motorcycle Safety a Priority
N/A
Motorcycle-USA
Bikers - Are You Protected?
Languages
English