How much does it cost to hire George for a construction case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. George walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does George offer a free consultation?

George charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain George's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check George's current terms during booking.

How long do construction cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

Simple construction 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. George gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can George take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?

George 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 — George 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 George?

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. George will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is George accepting new construction clients right now?

George's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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George P. Kachulis, Construction Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

focused on Construction, General, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

ShareholderatDickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C.

Pittsburgh, PA

Trusted construction attorney serving Pittsburgh.

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George P. Kachulis is a shareholder based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Insurance. Currently practicing at Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in: Pittsburgh, PA
Experience: attorney
Known for: Construction · General · Insurance

Handles Construction, General, and Insurance matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by George P. Kachulis

George concentrates on construction, general, insurance, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case George handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Construction cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

George takes construction 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 George agrees to represent you.

General cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

George 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 George agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

George 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 George agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

George takes medical malpractice 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 George agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

George 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 George agrees to represent you.

Biography

About George P. Kachulis — Attorney of Pennsylvania construction experience

George P. Kachulis is a shareholder of Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C. and serves as an elected member of the firm’s Executive Committee. Mr. Kachulis is Co-Chair of the firm’s Peer Review Committee and had served as the longtime Chair and Co-Chair of the firm’s Associates Committee. He has extensive civil litigation and trial experience in many areas, including professional malpractice (medical, chiropractic, and podiatric), product liability, motor vehicle/transportation negligence cases, construction law, and commercial law.

Mr. Kachulis has litigated cases for local, regional, and national clients in his various areas of practice. In his over 30 years of jury trial experience, he has obtained defense verdicts for individual professionals, health care institutions, and corporations in courtrooms throughout the tri-state area.

Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Kachulis served as a law clerk for the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office, Appellate Division.

Professional Accomplishments

•American College of Trial Lawyers (Fellow), inducted in 2020
•Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County
•AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell since 2004
•The Best Lawyers in America : 2024, 2017, and 2013 “Lawyer of the Year” in Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants for Pittsburgh
•The Best Lawyers in America since 2012: Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
•Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

Speaking Engagements

•“Courtroom Decorum and Dealing with Contentious Opponents, Clients or Judges” (Co-Presenter), In-house Seminar, 6/7/2013
•Frequent lecturer on topics associated with all aspects of trial practice (Pennsylvania Bar Institute and private organizations)

Publications

•Medical Malpractice Update (Co-Author), Pennsylvania Bar Institute, 2013

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

5/17/2024 Press Releases

DMC’s 2024 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Selectees from Pennsylvania

8/17/2023 Press Releases

Forty-Four Dickie McCamey Lawyers Recognized as Best Lawyers Award Recipients

8/17/2023 Press Releases

Joseph J. Golian and George P. Kachulis Named 2024 Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year”

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

5/26/2021 Press Releases

DMC’s 2021 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Selectees

9/30/2020 Press Releases

George Kachulis Inducted into American College of Trial Lawyers

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

5/9/2019 Press Releases

DMC’s 2019 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Selectees

George's approach to construction cases

Clients George works with

George reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, general, and insurance matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

George P. Kachulis's legal education and bar admissions

University of Pittsburgh School of Law
J.D. · 1985
Westminster College
B.A. Political · 1982

George studied at J.D. in University of Pittsburgh School of Law and B.A. Political in Westminster College.

Law school and academic background

George completed J.D. in University of Pittsburgh School of Law and B.A. Political in Westminster College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice George runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of George P. Kachulis

George has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

George's professional memberships and bar associations

Memberships •Allegheny County Bar Association (Fellow) •NCMIC (former Advisory Board member) •Pennsylvania Bar Association
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Locations

George P. Kachulis's office in Pittsburgh

George'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.

Main office

Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C.

Four Gateway Center, 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1000

Pittsburgh, PA 15222

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Client feedback

Client reviews of George P. Kachulis — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of George. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing construction attorneys in Pittsburgh.

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Hiring guide

How to hire George P. Kachulis — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with George usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

George charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain George'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; George will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a construction attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 George

George discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every construction 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. George confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

George's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about George P. Kachulis

How much does it cost to hire George for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. George walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does George offer a free consultation?
George charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain George's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check George's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple construction 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. George gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can George take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
George 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 — George 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 George?
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. George will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is George accepting new construction clients right now?
George's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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