
Edwin Brian Palmer, Environmental Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental, General, and Litigation
MemberatBurns White LLC
Pittsburgh, PA
Practicing environmental in Pittsburgh since 1997.
- 29+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Edwin Brian Palmer is a member based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Litigation. Edwin has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burns White LLC.
- Based in
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Experience
- over 29 years
- Known for
- Environmental · General · Litigation
- Handles Environmental, General, and Litigation matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Edwin Brian Palmer: Edwin Brian Palmer is a member based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Litigation. Edwin has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burns White LLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Edwin takes on
Edwin concentrates on environmental, general, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Edwin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental
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General
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Environmental cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Edwin takes environmental 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 Edwin agrees to represent you.
General cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Edwin 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 Edwin agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Edwin 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 Edwin agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Edwin 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 Edwin agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Edwin 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 Edwin agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Edwin Brian Palmer — environmental lawyer in Pittsburgh
Edwin Brian Palmer is a member based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Litigation. Edwin has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burns White LLC.
Edwin Brian Palmer is a lawyer practicing environmental, food liability litigation, mass tort and toxic tort and 5 other areas of law. Edwin received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years. Edwin practices at Burns White LLC in Pittsburgh, PA and 1 other location.
How Edwin handles environmental matters
Edwin Brian Palmer is a lawyer practicing environmental, food liability litigation, mass tort and toxic tort and 5 other areas of law. Edwin received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years. Edwin practices at Burns White LLC in Pittsburgh, PA and 1 other location.
The kind of cases Edwin takes
Edwin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, general, and litigation matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Notre Dame
J.D. · 1997
University of Notre Dame
B.A. · 1994
Jurisdictions
Edwin's state bar admissions
West Virginia
1998 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania Pennsyl
1997 · ACTIVE
Edwin studied at J.D. in University of Notre Dame and B.A. in University of Notre Dame.
Law school and academic background
Edwin completed J.D. in University of Notre Dame and B.A. in University of Notre Dame. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Edwin runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Edwin's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships •National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel •Allegheny County Bar Association •Pennsylvania Bar Association •West Virginia Bar Association
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Locations
Edwin Brian Palmer's office in Pittsburgh
Edwin's primary office is at Burns White Center, 48 26th Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Edwin Brian Palmer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Edwin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Edwin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edwin'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; Edwin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 Edwin
Edwin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental 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. Edwin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Edwin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Edwin Brian Palmer
How much does it cost to hire Edwin for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Edwin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Edwin offer a free consultation?
Edwin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edwin's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Edwin's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple environmental 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. Edwin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Edwin take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Edwin 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 — Edwin 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 Edwin?
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. Edwin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Edwin accepting new environmental clients right now?
Edwin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Environmental attorneys serving Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
Edwin handles environmental matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified environmental attorneys in that community.
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