
Ryan Anthony Zeli, Civil Rights Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Insurance, and Personal Injury
DirectoratZimmer Kunz, PLLC
Pittsburgh, PA
Practicing civil rights in Pittsburgh since 2006.
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Ryan Anthony Zeli is a director based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Ryan has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Zimmer Kunz, PLLC.
- Based in
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Insurance · Personal Injury
- Handles Civil Rights, Insurance, and Personal Injury matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ryan Anthony Zeli: Ryan Anthony Zeli is a director based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Ryan has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Zimmer Kunz, PLLC.
Areas of practice
Ryan's practice areas in Pittsburgh
Ryan concentrates on civil rights, insurance, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ryan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Civil Rights cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Ryan takes civil rights 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 Ryan agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Ryan 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 Ryan agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Ryan 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 Ryan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Ryan Anthony Zeli, civil rights attorney serving Pittsburgh
Ryan Anthony Zeli is a director based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Ryan has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Zimmer Kunz, PLLC. Ryan works from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and takes on civil rights matters across the region.
Ryan Anthony Zeli is a lawyer practicing general liability insurance litigation, employment and civil rights, toxic tort defense. Ryan received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years. Ryan practices at Zimmer Kunz, PLLC in Pittsburgh, PA.
Working with Ryan on a civil rights matter
Ryan Anthony Zeli is a lawyer practicing general liability insurance litigation, employment and civil rights, toxic tort defense. Ryan received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years. Ryan practices at Zimmer Kunz, PLLC in Pittsburgh, PA.
Clients Ryan works with
Ryan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, insurance, and personal injury matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ryan studied and practices
Duquesne University
J.D. · 2005
University of Pittsburgh
B.A. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Ryan's state bar admissions
New York
2014 · ACTIVE
West Virginia
2012 · ACTIVE
Ohio
2012 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2006 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
2006 · ACTIVE
Ryan studied at J.D. in Duquesne University and B.A. in University of Pittsburgh.
Law school and academic background
Ryan completed J.D. in Duquesne University and B.A. in University of Pittsburgh. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ryan runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Ryan Anthony Zeli's office in Pittsburgh
Ryan's primary office is at 3000 Grant Building, 310 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Zimmer Kunz, PLLC
3000 Grant Building, 310 Grant Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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How to hire Ryan Anthony Zeli — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ryan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ryan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ryan'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; Ryan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Ryan
Ryan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Ryan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ryan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ryan Anthony Zeli
How much does it cost to hire Ryan for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ryan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ryan offer a free consultation?
Ryan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ryan's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Ryan's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Ryan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ryan take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Ryan 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 — Ryan 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 Ryan?
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. Ryan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ryan accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Ryan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Civil Rights attorneys serving Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
Ryan handles civil rights matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified civil rights attorneys in that community.
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