Edward M. Vavro, Jr., Energy Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Energy, General, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatDickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C.
Pittsburgh, PA
Practicing energy in Pittsburgh since 1997.
- 29+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Edward M. Vavro, Jr. is a shareholder based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Energy, General, and Insurance. Edward has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Experience
- over 29 years
- Known for
- Energy · General · Insurance
- Handles Energy, General, and Insurance matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Edward M. Vavro, Jr.: Edward M. Vavro, Jr. is a shareholder based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Energy, General, and Insurance. Edward has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Edward takes on
Edward concentrates on energy, general, insurance, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Edward handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Energy
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Energy cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Edward takes energy 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 Edward agrees to represent you.
General cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Edward 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 Edward agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Edward 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 Edward agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Edward 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 Edward agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Edward M. Vavro, Jr. — energy lawyer in Pittsburgh
Edward M. Vavro, Jr. is a shareholder based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Energy, General, and Insurance. Edward has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Edward M. Vavro, Jr. is a shareholder of Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C. and serves as an elected member of the firm’s Executive Committee. He was named Chair of the firm’s Transportation Law Group in 2014 and is also a member of the Insurance Law and Litigation Group . Mr. Vavro concentrates his practice in the areas of transportation law and general litigation. He has litigated numerous catastrophic losses involving commercial vehicles in federal and state courts both locally and nationally.
Mr. Vavro also serves as National Coordinating Counsel for an international corporation headquartered in Pittsburgh where he specializes in handling transportation issues at the corporate level.
Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Vavro served as general counsel for the Motor Vehicle Board in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. In 1993, Mr. Vavro graduated from Duquesne University with a Bachelor of Arts degree. He received his J.D. from The Dickinson School of Law of The Pennsylvania State University in 1997.
Professional Accomplishments
•The Best Lawyers in America since 2013: Litigation - Insurance, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, and Transportation Law
•Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel (FDCC)
•Appointed as Board Counsel for international insurance program handling coverage issues for Canadian truck carriers operating in the United States
Speaking Engagements
•Frequent lecturer on insurance coverage issues and catastrophic loss
•“Nuclear Verdicts in the U.S. with an Emphasis in Transportation Law” (Keynote Speaker); Mississauga, Ontario; November 2022
•“Multi-Plaintiff Catastrophic Loss Cases” (Panel Speaker); American Trucking Associations’ Legal Forum; Austin, Texas; July 2022
•“Indemnity for Corporate Defendants and Safety Compliance Issues” (Keynote Speaker); Matthews International Corporation; Indianapolis, Indiana; 2019
•“Managing and Handling Catastrophic Loss” (Keynote Speaker); Zurich Insurance Company; Toronto, Ontario; 2018
•“Responding To And Defending Catastrophic Loss Transportation Accidents” (Keynote Speaker); Conference of Captive Insurance Carriers; Grand Cayman Islands; 12/4/2017
Publications
•Has written and been published nationally on the topics of insurance coverage issues and catastrophic loss
Press Releases
8/21/2025 Press Releases
Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote Lawyers Recognized as Best Lawyers in America Award Recipients
8/15/2024 Press Releases
Forty-Six Dickie McCamey Lawyers Recognized as Best Lawyers Award Recipients
8/17/2023 Press Releases
Forty-Four Dickie McCamey Lawyers Recognized as Best Lawyers Award Recipients
8/25/2022 Press Releases
Forty-Three Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote Lawyers Named to 2023 Best Lawyers List
8/25/2021 Press Releases
2022 Best Lawyers List includes 44 Attorneys from Dickie McCamey
8/19/2020 Press Releases
Forty-Five Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote Lawyers Named to 2021 Best Lawyers list
8/15/2019 Press Releases
Forty-Two Dickie McCamey Lawyers Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America 2020
8/15/2018 Press Releases
Forty-Two Dickie McCamey Lawyers Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America 2019
8/15/2017 Press Releases
Thirty-Seven Dickie McCamey Lawyers Recognized in Best Lawyers in America 2018
8/15/2016 Press Releases
Thirty-Eight Dickie McCamey Lawyers Recognized in Best Lawyers in America 2017
8/24/2015 Press Releases
Thirty-Eight Dickie McCamey Lawyers Recognized in Best Lawyers in America 2016
9/15/2014 Press Releases
Thirty-Eight Dickie McCamey Lawyers Recognized in Best Lawyers in America 2015
Transportation Law Insights
5/11/2020 Insights Transportation Law Insights
FMCSA Launches Crash Preventability Determination Program
3/26/2020 Insights Transportation Law Insights
FMCSA Responds to COVID-19 National Emergency
2/7/2020 Insights Transportation Law Insights
The Autonomous Trucking Industry: Convoying Reinvented
1/2/2020 Insights Transportation Law Insights
Random Drug Testing Percentage Doubles in the New Year
12/11/2019 Insights Transportation Law Insights
Major Trucking Company Shutting Down After Filing for Liquidation Bankruptcy
8/30/2019 Insights Transportation Law Insights
Negligent Driver Training and Discipline Prove Costly in Record $280M Verdict from Fatal Trucking Accident
8/19/2019 Insights Transportation Law Insights
FMCSA Proposes Flexible, Safe Hours of Service Regulations
Edward's approach to energy cases
Edward M. Vavro, Jr. is a shareholder of Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C. and serves as an elected member of the firm’s Executive Committee. He was named Chair of the firm’s Transportation Law Group in 2014 and is also a member of the Insurance Law and Litigation Group . Mr. Vavro concentrates his practice in the areas of transportation law and general litigation. He has litigated numerous…
The kind of cases Edward takes
Edward reviews new inquiries case-by-case for energy, general, and insurance matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The Dickinson School of Law of The Pennsylvania State University
J.D. · 1997
Duquesne University
B.A. · 1993
Jurisdictions
Edward's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania Supreme
1997 · ACTIVE
Edward studied at J.D. in The Dickinson School of Law of The Pennsylvania State University and B.A. in Duquesne University.
Law school and academic background
Edward completed J.D. in The Dickinson School of Law of The Pennsylvania State University and B.A. in Duquesne University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Edward runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Edward has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
Edward M. Vavro, Jr.'s office in Pittsburgh
Edward's primary office is at Four Gateway Center, 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1000, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C.
Four Gateway Center, 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1000
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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How to hire Edward M. Vavro, Jr. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new energy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Edward usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Edward charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edward'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; Edward will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a energy attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many energy 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 Edward
Edward discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in energy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every energy 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. Edward confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Edward's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many energy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Edward M. Vavro, Jr.
How much does it cost to hire Edward for a energy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Edward walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Edward offer a free consultation?
Edward charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edward's office. Some energy attorneys offer free consults — check Edward's current terms during booking.
How long do energy cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple energy 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. Edward gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Edward take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Edward 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 — Edward 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 Edward?
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. Edward will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Edward accepting new energy clients right now?
Edward's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Energy attorneys serving Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
Edward handles energy matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified energy attorneys in that community.
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