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Michael Anthony Wessell, Business Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Contracts, and General

Practicing business in Pittsburgh since 1991.

35+
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Michael Anthony Wessell is a member based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and General. Michael has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC.

Based in
Pittsburgh, PA
Experience
over 35 years
Known for
Business · Contracts · General
  • Handles Business, Contracts, and General matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
  • Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Michael Anthony Wessell: Michael Anthony Wessell is a member based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and General. Michael has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Michael takes on

Michael concentrates on business, contracts, general, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Michael takes business 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

Contracts cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Michael takes contracts 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

General cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Michael takes general 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Michael takes m&a 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Michael Anthony Wessell — business lawyer in Pittsburgh

Michael Anthony Wessell is a member based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and General. Michael has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC.

Michael Anthony Wessell is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, contracts & agreements, business counseling and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Allegheny College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. Michael practices at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC in Pittsburgh, PA.

Michael's approach to business cases

Michael Anthony Wessell is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, contracts & agreements, business counseling and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Allegheny College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. Michael practices at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC in Pittsburgh, PA.

Clients Michael works with

Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, contracts, and general matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Pittsburgh

    J.D. · 1991

  • Allegheny College

    B.S. · 1988

Jurisdictions

Michael's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania

    1991 · ACTIVE

Michael studied at J.D. in University of Pittsburgh and B.S. in Allegheny College.

Law school and academic background

Michael completed J.D. in University of Pittsburgh and B.S. in Allegheny College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Michael Anthony Wessell's office in Pittsburgh

Michael's primary office is at 600 Grant Street, 44th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC

600 Grant Street, 44th Floor

Pittsburgh, PA 15219

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Hiring guide

How to hire Michael Anthony Wessell — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael'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; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Michael

Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Michael Anthony Wessell

  • How much does it cost to hire Michael for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Michael offer a free consultation?

    Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

    Simple business 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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?

    Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?

    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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Michael accepting new business clients right now?

    Michael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania

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