Daniel Rhys Michelmore, Employment Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation
AttorneyatJackson Kelly PLLC
Pittsburgh, PA
Practicing employment in Pittsburgh since 2005.
- 21+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Daniel Rhys Michelmore is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Daniel has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jackson Kelly PLLC.
- Based in
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Experience
- over 21 years
- Known for
- Employment · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Employment, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Daniel Rhys Michelmore: Daniel Rhys Michelmore is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Daniel has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jackson Kelly PLLC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Daniel Rhys Michelmore
Daniel concentrates on employment, insurance, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Employment cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Daniel takes employment matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Daniel takes insurance matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Daniel takes litigation matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Daniel takes personal injury matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Daniel takes product liability matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Daniel Rhys Michelmore — Over 21 years of Pennsylvania employment experience
Daniel Rhys Michelmore is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Daniel has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jackson Kelly PLLC.
Daniel Rhys Michelmore is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, labor and employment and 3 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years. Daniel practices at Jackson Kelly PLLC in Pittsburgh, PA.
Daniel's approach to employment cases
Daniel Rhys Michelmore is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, labor and employment and 3 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years. Daniel practices at Jackson Kelly PLLC in Pittsburgh, PA.
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, insurance, and litigation matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Daniel Rhys Michelmore's legal education and bar admissions
Washington University School of Law
J.D. · 2004
Kenyon College
B.A. International · 2001
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2007 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
2005 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2005 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in Washington University School of Law and B.A. International in Kenyon College.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in Washington University School of Law and B.A. International in Kenyon College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations
Allegheny County Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations
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Locations
Daniel Rhys Michelmore's office in Pittsburgh
Daniel's primary office is at Three Gateway Ctr., 401 Liberty Ave., Ste. 1500, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Jackson Kelly PLLC
Three Gateway Ctr., 401 Liberty Ave., Ste. 1500
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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How to hire Daniel Rhys Michelmore — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Daniel
Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel Rhys Michelmore
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Daniel is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new employment clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
Daniel handles employment matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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