Craig Edward Kuyat, Appellate Attorney in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Estate Planning, and Personal Injury · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatKuyat & Kuyat
Johnstown, PA
Practicing appellate in Johnstown since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Craig Edward Kuyat is a member based in Johnstown, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Estate Planning, and Personal Injury. Craig has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kuyat & Kuyat. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Johnstown, PA
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Estate Planning · Personal Injury
- Handles Appellate, Estate Planning, and Personal Injury matters from Johnstown, PA.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Craig Edward Kuyat: Craig Edward Kuyat is a member based in Johnstown, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Estate Planning, and Personal Injury. Craig has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kuyat & Kuyat. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Craig Edward Kuyat
Craig concentrates on appellate, estate planning, personal injury, probate, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Craig handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Estate Planning
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Personal Injury
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Probate
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Real Estate
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Workers Comp
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Appellate cases in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Craig takes appellate matters in Johnstown, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Craig takes estate planning matters in Johnstown, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Craig takes personal injury matters in Johnstown, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Craig takes probate matters in Johnstown, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Craig takes real estate matters in Johnstown, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Craig Edward Kuyat — Over 43 years of Pennsylvania appellate experience
Craig Edward Kuyat is a member based in Johnstown, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Estate Planning, and Personal Injury. Craig has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kuyat & Kuyat. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Craig Edward Kuyat is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Craig received a B.S. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years. Craig practices at Kuyat & Kuyat in Johnstown, PA.
Working with Craig on a appellate matter
Craig Edward Kuyat is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Craig received a B.S. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years. Craig practices at Kuyat & Kuyat in Johnstown, PA.
Clients Craig works with
Craig reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, estate planning, and personal injury matters in Johnstown and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Craig Edward Kuyat's legal education and bar admissions
University of Pittsburgh
J.D. · 1983
University of Pittsburgh
B.S. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Craig's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1983 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1983 · ACTIVE
Craig studied at J.D. in University of Pittsburgh and B.S. in University of Pittsburgh.
Law school and academic background
Craig completed J.D. in University of Pittsburgh and B.S. in University of Pittsburgh. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Craig runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Craig Edward Kuyat
Craig has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Craig's professional memberships and bar associations
Cambria County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Craig Edward Kuyat's office in Johnstown
Craig's primary office is at 212 College Park Plaza, Johnstown, PA, 15904. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Craig Edward Kuyat — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Craig. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Johnstown.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Craig Edward Kuyat — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Craig usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Craig charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig'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; Craig will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Craig
Craig discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Craig confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Craig's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Craig Edward Kuyat
How much does it cost to hire Craig for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Craig walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Craig offer a free consultation?
Craig charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Craig's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Craig gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Craig take my case if I'm outside Johnstown?
Craig 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 — Craig 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 Craig?
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. Craig will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Craig accepting new appellate clients right now?
Craig's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Johnstown, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
Craig handles appellate matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
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