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James Allan Welker
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Biography
Jim Welker has been an attorney with Jubelirer, Pass & Intrieri since 1995. He has developed an extensive practice representing injured employees in workers’ compensation cases. Because of his widely recognized expertise in this area, he frequently lectures on the subject and has served as chair of the Allegheny County Bar Association’s Workers’ Compensation section. In addition, his practice areas include personal injury, social security disability, unemployment law, estate law and civil litigation.
Mr. Welker graduated cum laude with a degree in finance from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1989, and received a law degree from the University of Dayton in 1992.
He was an All-American tennis player in college and is a member of the Penn Hills Sports Hall of Fame. Outside of work, he performs community service as a member of Rotary International and enjoys platform tennis and golf.
He and his wife, Laurie, live in Seven Fields, Pa.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Jubelirer, Pass & Intrieri, P.C.
First Floor, 219 Fort Pitt Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222-1576
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Posted by Gary | February 25, 2019 | Workers Compensation
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I have faced Att. Welker in court for years in workers' compensation cases where I was defending the employer. Att. Welker is always prepared to represent his clients in court and is open to suggestions and proposals to resolve claims and issues amicably, if and when possible. Litigation with him is...
James Allan Welker's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jim Welker is an exceptional attorney who I highly recommend. His breadth of legal knowledge and experience in workers' compensation is unparalleled. Jim sincerely cares for his clients and works tirelessly to protect there rights."
"I have known Jim for several years and he is a zealous advocate for his clients' rights. Jim knows all of the ins and outs of the workers' compensation system in Pennsylvania. He also shows compassion for his clients in the difficult situations faced by his clients when they are injured at work. I highly recommend Jim for handling any legal matters involving work-related injuries."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Attorney, Jublelirer, Pass & Intrieri, P.C.
Associations
Allegheny County Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section
Chair
Education
1992
University of Dayton
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
Allegheny County Labor Council Conference
PA Workers' Compensation Basics
2018
Teamsters Local 249 legal seminar
PA Workers' Compensation Basics; Social Security Disability; Personal Injury Issues
2017
UA Local 449 Steamfitters conference
Estate Planning Principles: The Basics
2014
UWUA Local 537 conference
PA Workers' Compensation Issues
2010
JPILAW Conference
Labor Law Seminar: PA Workers' Compensation Basics, Personal Injury Matters and Social Security Disability
Languages
English