Robert Paul Walter, Employment Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Litigation, and Workers Comp
ShareholderatPoerio & Walter, Inc.
Pittsburgh, PA
Practicing employment in Pittsburgh since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Robert Paul Walter is a shareholder based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Workers Comp. Robert has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Poerio & Walter, Inc..
- Based in
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation · Workers Comp
- Handles Employment, Litigation, and Workers Comp matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Robert Paul Walter: Robert Paul Walter is a shareholder based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Workers Comp. Robert has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Poerio & Walter, Inc..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Robert takes on
Robert concentrates on employment, litigation, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Workers Comp
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Employment cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Robert 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Robert 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Robert takes workers comp 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Robert Paul Walter — employment lawyer in Pittsburgh
Robert Paul Walter is a shareholder based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Workers Comp. Robert has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Poerio & Walter, Inc..
Robert Paul Walter is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, employer liability, civil litigation. Robert received a B.A. degree from Duquesne University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years. Robert practices at Poerio & Walter, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA.
How Robert handles employment matters
Robert Paul Walter is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, employer liability, civil litigation. Robert received a B.A. degree from Duquesne University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years. Robert practices at Poerio & Walter, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA.
The kind of cases Robert takes
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, litigation, and workers comp matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Duquesne University
J.D. · 1991
Duquesne University
B.A. · 1988
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
1992 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in Duquesne University and B.A. in Duquesne University.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in Duquesne University and B.A. in Duquesne University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Robert's professional memberships and bar associations
Allegheny County (Member, Workers' Compensation Section), Pennsylvania (Member, Workers' Compensation Section) and American Bar Associations National Council of Self-Insurers
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Locations
Robert Paul Walter's office in Pittsburgh
Robert's primary office is at 411 Seventh Ave., Ste. 1400, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Robert Paul Walter — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert'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; Robert 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 Robert
Robert 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. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert'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 Robert Paul Walter
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Robert'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. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Robert 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 — Robert 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 Robert?
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. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new employment clients right now?
Robert'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
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