Attorney Michael Russell graduated from Grove City College with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 1990. He then earned his Juris Doctor from Regent University in 1993. He served on the Regent University Law Review during his second year and as the Editor-in-Chief of the Law Review during his third year of law school.
In 1993 he began his law career in Greensburg Pennsylvania representing insurance carriers in the defense of Workers’ Compensation claims, among other things. Early in his career, he realized that he would receive far more satisfaction in representing injured workers; thus, since 1995, Attorney Russell has represented those who have sustained injuries during the course of work. Attorney Russell has earned the distinction of being certified by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania as a Specialist in the field of Workers' Compensation law, which requires him to meet the rigorous qualifications established by the Supreme Court to earn that honor.
In addition to specializing in Workers’ Compensation, Attorney Russell also assists clients Social Security disability benefits, and practices both areas of law throughout Western Pennsylvania. He prides himself in helping clients receive the benefits they desperately need and deserve. He is also a member of the National Organization of Social Security Claimant’s Representatives (NOSSCR).
Attorney Russell also practices in the areas of Probate Administration, prepares Wills, Living Wills, and Powers of Attorney. He also represents clients involved in Personal Injury claims as a result of bodily injury from motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall injuries, dog bite claims among others.
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Acquired: 1994
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127 North Main St., Greensburg, PA, 15601
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Posted by Joseph | January 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Workers Compensation Case
Attorney Michael S. Russell is an excellent attorney. He represented me in my case against the Commonwealth of PA. and he worked diligently in my behalf and won the case. He listens to what I have to say and he is quick to get back to me when I have questions or concerns. I feel comfortable recomm...
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a highly skilled and ethical practitioner, and is extremely qualified in the area of Workers Compensation."
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2016
Certified Workers' Compensation Specialist, Supreme Court Of Pennsylvania
2019 - Present
Attorney, Mears, Smith, Houser & Boyle, P.C.
2014 - 2015
Attorney, Law Office of Michael S. Russell
1995 - 2014
Attorney, Alexander J. Pentecost
1993 - 1995
Attorney, Mears, Smith, Houser & Boyle
2016 - Present
Butler County Bar Association
2015 - Present
Westmoreland County Bar Association
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English