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Joseph Michael Zupancic

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  • Mcmurray, PA
  • Licensed for 26 years
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Joseph Michael Zupancic
Joseph Michael Zupancic
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About Joseph

Former Deputy DA. Fighting to protect your rights. Call now for a free consultation.

Attorney Joe Zupancic has been practicing law in the southwestern portion of Pennsylvania for the past 22 years.  His firm of Joseph M. Zupancic, PC. has been engaged in the general practice of law since 2000.  At the firm, Joe handles most types of cases, but with an emphasis on criminal defense, family law, school/education law and wills and estates.

In addition to his private general practice, Attorney Zupancic has also served as a government attorney in a number of different capacities including being and assistant and deputy District Attorney in Washington County for five (5) years.

Recently, Attorney Zupancic has been appointed by the Court of Common Please of Washington County to serve as a Master in Tax Assessment to hear and rule on cases concerning the recent county-wide reassessment in Washington County.  This position will be in addition to his private practice, which will continue.

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Practice areas

OtherEstate planningEducationFamilyCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 35%

  2. Family: 25%

  3. Education: 15%

  4. Estate planning: 15%

  1. Juvenile law: 10%

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Joseph M. Zupancic, P.C.

PO Box 1331
McMurray, PA, 15317

Website
http://www.zupanciclaw.com/ 

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    PAActive199505/08/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers201
    Legal guides1
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Master School Board MemberPennsylvania School Boards Association2012
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Master in Tax AssessmentCourt Of Common Pleas of Washington County2016 - Present
    AttorneyJoseph M. Zupancic, P.C.2001 - Present
    ProfessorCalifornia University Of Pennsylvania2014 - 2014
    Deputy District AttorneyWashington County District Attorney's Office2012 - 2014
    Title IV-D AttorneyWashiongton County Domestic Relations Office2004 - 2005
    Criminal Conflict CounselCourt of Common Pleas of Washington County2002 - 2006
    Corporate Counsel84 Lumber Company2000 - 2001
    AssociateBassi, McCune & Vreeland, P.C.1997 - 2000
    Assistant District AttorneyWashington County District Attorney's Office1996 - 1997
    Law ClerkJudge David L. Gilmore1994 - 1995
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Washington County Bar AssociationMember1995 - Present
    Pennsylvania District Attorneys AssociationMember2012 - 2014
    Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2004 - 2008
    Washington County Bar AssociationBoard Member2000 - 2007
    Washington County Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionPresident1998 - 1999
    Pennsylvania District Attorney AssocationMember1996 - 1997
    Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember1995 - 2015
    American Bar AssociationMember1995 - 2001
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Report of Pennsylvania Zero Tolerance Adviosry CommitteeReport of Pennsylvania Zero Tolerance Adviosry Committee2016
    Pittsburgh Post-GazetteNewsmaker You Should Know2012
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of Pittsburgh School of LawJuris Doctor,1994
    Harvard UniversityBA,1991
    Canon-McMIllan Senior High SchoolHigh School Diploma1987
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Pennsylvania SenateSchool Law and Security Issues2012
    Washington County Bar AssociationPennsylvania DUI Law2005
    Winter Bench/BarPennsylvania DUI Law2004
    Summer Bench/BarYear Y2K Legal Issues1999
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Commissioner Shober Re-Election RecountCommissioner Shober prevailed

    Reviews

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    Attorney Zupancic is the consummate professional coupled with a deep compassion for his clients. Joe guided me through the legal process and at every stage made me feel comfortable.
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    Professionalism

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    I am extremely pleased with the service I recieved from Mr. Joe Zupancic. He was always prompt in returning phone calls, keeping me updated and was extremely helpful. I want to thank him for his professionalism and guiding me through my situation. I will highly recommend him to my family and friends.
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    Knowledgeable and easy to work with

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    I hired Joe to represent me in finalizing a pro se divorce case. From the initial consultation, to the filing of the final paperwork, I found it easy to arrange meetings, and always had quick answers to my questions. He took care of paperwork that I never would have known about, and kept the communication going so that I was fully aware of important dates in the timeline. If I needed representation again, I would definitely give him a call.
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    Amazing Experience

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    Joe was very compassionate, cared about my needs and goals. Took the time needed to explain things and to make sure everything was approved by me before moving forward. My experience with him was amazing and I would recommend his services to anyone I know needing an attorney!
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    Blane Black, Government Attorney on Dec 30, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Joe is extremely conscientious and well-versed in government law and criminal defense work, having served his community as a school board member and as a prosecuting attorney. He is an excellent trial lawyer.

    John Puskar, Education Attorney on Dec 30, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Zupancic has an excellent work ethic and is compassionate towards his clients. He is very knowledgeable in many areas of law.

    Gary Graminski, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 30, 2016
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. He is a tireless advocate, well-prepared, ethical and an excellent litigator. He is also a brilliant brief writer which is a real asset for appellate work.

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