McNair Law Offices821 State StreetErie, PA, 16501United States (814) 250-3662

Timothy Dean McNair

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Erie, PA
Licensed for 40 years
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Timothy Dean McNair

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About Timothy

Attorney Timothy D. McNair is the founding partner of McNair Law Offices, PLLC, and has served Erie and the rest of Pennsylvania for more than 3 decades. As a workers’ comp and personal injury attorney, McNair has been practicing since 1981. He is local to the area and lives in Erie with his wife, Karin, and 4 children. Attorney McNair is dedicated to helping Pennsylvania residents recover after workplace accidents, car crashes, and any situations that threaten their rights as employees or citizens. He received his B.A. from Allegheny College and his J.D. from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. As a member of the Board of Governors of the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association, Attorney McNair is the kind of experienced lawyer you want on your side during legal matters of all shapes and sizes.

Practice areas

Workers compensation: 35%
39 years, 250 cases
Car accident: 25%
39 years, 200 cases
Employment and labor: 20%
24 years, 20 cases
Admiralty and maritime: 10%
29 years, 20 cases
Probate: 10%
40 years, 50 cases

Languages spoken

English

Contact

McNair Law Offices

821 State Street
Erie, PA, 16501

Office (814) 250-3662

Website

https://www.mcnairlaw.com/timothy-d-mcnair/

McNair Law Offices, PLLC

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License

State	Status	Acquired	Updated
PA	Active	1981	07/01/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Avvo Contributions

Legal answers	264
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Awards

Award name	Grantor	Date Granted
George F. Douglas, Jr. Amicus Curiae Award	Pennsylvania Association for Justice	2017
Pro Bono Award	Erie County Bar Association	2001

work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Attorney	McNair Law Offices, PLLC	1986 - Present
Adjunct Professor	Mercyhurst University	2010 - 2012
Judicial Law Clerk	Hon. Jess S. Jiuliante, Erie County Court of Common Pleas	1982 - 1984

associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
Community Outreach Group	President	2006 - 2007
National Employment Lawyers Association	Member	2002 - 2010
Bar Association of Erie County, Workers' Compensation Committee	Past Co-chair	2002 - 2003
Pennsylvania Association for Justice, Workers Compensation Section	Chairman	1998 - 1999
Pennsylvania Association for Justice	Board of Governors	1995 - 2008

publications

Publication name	Title	Date
Speakeasy Publications	Injured On The Job? What Your Employer May Not Want You To Know About Workers Compensation.	2014

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
University of Pittsburgh School of Law	Juris Doctor	1981
Allegheny College	BA - Bachelor of Arts	1977

speaking engagements

Conference name	Title	Date
Workers Compensation Plant Closing Issues	Plant Closing Issues	2004
Pennsylvania Association For Justice, Workers Compensation Section	Recent Developments in Workers Compensation Law	1999

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Reviews

4.5 stars4.3 (6)

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1 Star		17%

Review Timothy Dean McNair

Vindicated by Justice

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
May 21, 2010

Mr. McNair Advocated for me on my PA Unemployment appeal. My former employer had lied about the circumstances regarding my lay-off. Mr. McNair made sure that all of my rights were protected and eventually prevailed by letting my ex-employer's 3rd party benefits administrator know that our defense was willing to go to the mat.

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Superb

5.0 stars

Posted by Yolanda
December 16, 2016

Attorney McNair is a kind, caring, dependable and extremely knowledgeable professional. My situation pertained to a wrongful, workman's compensation related, termination. I made contact with Attorney McNair because I felt like I was being harassed by my employer. The free consultation was impressive . I was terminated a few months later and immediately hired Timothy. Attorney McNair made it possible for me to obtain a major surgery and medical treatment . He negotiated two settlements on my behalf that were life changing . During the entire process he kept me informed and my mind at ease. Everything was done in a timely manner on my behalf. My life is better now because of Attorney McNairs professional and personal service. He honestly cares about his clients.

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Americans with Disabilities Act

5.0 stars

Posted by Julie
December 5, 2013

Mr. McNair advocated for me on an ADA matter and was quick to respond. He stayed in touch with updates in a timely manner as well. Would highly recommend him to those facing employment issues or labor law questions.

Excellent Legal Representation

5.0 stars

Posted by Martin
May 13, 2013

Atty. McNair has represented my wife and I in several legal matters. He has always been straightforward, honest and open with us. The work he has done has been excellent and I will continue to use his services in the future. In addition, I have, and will continue to recommend him to people in need of legal representation.

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very professional and efficient.

5.0 stars

Posted by Gary
May 9, 2013

I've worked with Tim for numerous years and have always been represented in a very professional and competent manner. I feel very comfortable knowing that he will not squander his time or my money billing me for work that was really not required. I also feel comfortable knowing that if Tim thinks the work might be outside his expertise he will advise and recommend other avenues. Highly recommended.

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Workers Compensation

1.0 star

Posted by Jim
June 8, 2017

I would highly consider a different lawyer, didn't do anything to prepare for my case. Smart thing he did do was tell me 4 days before hearing that I did not have a chance, Thank you for that no sarcasm there, walked out hired a new attorney what a difference.

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Hired attorney

Timothy Dean McNair's response: I am sorry you were not happy. My recommendation was based on the fact that the medical evidence was not sufficient to support your claim and that the Workers Compensation Judge is known to be very strict on the application of the law. I recommended that you withdraw and refile, which I offered to do. I am not surprised that your new attorney is more optimistic, since he is probably going by what you are telling him. Please accept my best wishes for success in your case.

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Robert Goldman, Litigation Attorney on Oct 11, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I referred a client to Tim and he obtained a good result. Client was happy.

Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on May 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

Jay Deratany, Personal injury Attorney on May 9, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Tim McNair is a great personal injury attorney and a fantastic person to work with.

Lawrence Chaban, Workers compensation Attorney on Oct 8, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Tim is one of the leading practitioners in the field of workers' compensation, particuarly in the Erie area. He works hard for his clients and gives them the best representation possible. I wholeheartedly endorse him.

Gerald Villella, General practice Attorney on Oct 20, 2008
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Tim is a very hard-working and enthusiastic advocate for his clients.

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Cost

RATES

Hourly Rates $ 175-275 per hour

Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs30 minutes

OTHER BILLING TYPES

Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.25%-40%

Pro bono Many lawyers provide free legal help to low-income clients. The percent listed indicates how much of a lawyer's practice is pro bono work.5 %

PAYMENT METHODS

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