John F. Deasy

John F. Deasy, Entertainment Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and Product Liability · 4.5/5 rating from 13 verified client reviews

ShareholderatMarshall Dennehey

Pittsburgh, PA

Practicing entertainment in Pittsburgh since 1991.

35+
Years practicing
4.5 ★
13 client reviews
1
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John F. Deasy is a shareholder based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Product Liability. John has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 13 client reviews.

Based in
Pittsburgh, PA
Experience
over 35 years
Known for
Entertainment · General · Product Liability
  • Handles Entertainment, General, and Product Liability matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
  • Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About John F. Deasy: John F. Deasy is a shareholder based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Product Liability. John has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 13 client reviews.

Areas of practice

John's practice areas in Pittsburgh

John concentrates on entertainment, general, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Entertainment cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

John takes entertainment 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 John agrees to represent you.

General cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

John 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 John agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

John 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 John agrees to represent you.

Biography

John F. Deasy, entertainment attorney serving Pittsburgh

John F. Deasy is a shareholder based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Product Liability. John has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 13 client reviews. John works from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and takes on entertainment matters across the region.

John practices in the firm's Casualty Department. He concentrates his practice in the area of general liability including premises liability, product liability, construction accident and defects, fire and explosions, amusements, sports and entertainment liability, liquor liability, auto, and trucking and transportation litigation. Additionally, John has experience in cases involving elevators, escalators, moving walkways, electronic doorways, cranes and lifts.

An active trial attorney since 1992, he has represented property owners and managers of large shopping malls, sports and entertainment centers, amusement parks, stadiums, arenas, office buildings, residential complexes, hotels, bars and restaurants.

John has represented project owners, contractors, trucking companies, bus companies, highway contractors and parking garage owners and operators along with product manufacturers, distributors and retailers including department stores. He has also represented many small business owners such as barber shops, auto repairs shops and sub-contractors.

John has practiced and tried cases in many of the state courts in western Pennsylvania and federal court. John received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Pittsburgh in 1987. In 1991, he received his juris doctor from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.

Honors & Awards

•AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell
•The Best Lawyers in America, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants; Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2025-2026)
•Pennsylvania Super Lawyers (2017-2019)

Classes/ Seminar Taught

Defending Roller Skating Claims, Roller Skating Association (RSA) Chapter Meeting, Pittsburgh, PA, October 24,, 2022

Published Works

•“Pennsylvania’s Relaxed Standard for Proving Intoxication in Civil Cases,” Defense Digest, December 2018, Vol. 24, No. 4

News

98 Marshall Dennehey Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America

August 20, 2025

How John handles entertainment matters

<p>John practices in the firm's Casualty Department. He concentrates his practice in the area of general liability including premises liability, product liability, construction accident and defects, fire and explosions, amusements, sports and entertainment liability, liquor liability, auto, and trucking and transportation litigation. Additionally, John has experience in cases involving elevators, escalators, moving walkways, electronic doorways, cranes and lifts.</p><p>An active trial attorney since 1992, he has represented property owners and managers of large shopping malls, sports and entertainment centers, amusement parks, stadiums, arenas, office buildings, residential complexes, hotels, bars and restaurants. </p><p>John has represented project owners, contractors, trucking companies, bus companies, highway contractors and parking garage owners and operators along with product manufacturers, distributors and retailers including department stores. He has also represented many small business owners such as barber shops, auto repairs shops and sub-contractors. </p><p>John has practiced and tried cases in many of the state courts in western Pennsylvania and federal court. John received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Pittsburgh in 1987. In 1991, he received his <em>juris doctor</em> from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.</p><p><strong>Honors &amp; Awards</strong></p><p>•AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell <br/>•The Best Lawyers in America, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants; Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2025-2026)<br/>•Pennsylvania Super Lawyers (2017-2019)</p><p><strong>Classes/ Seminar Taught</strong></p><p>•<em>Defending Roller Skating Claims</em>, Roller Skating Association (RSA) Chapter Meeting, Pittsburgh, PA, October 24,, 2022 </p><p><strong>Published Works</strong></p><p>•“Pennsylvania’s Relaxed Standard for Proving Intoxication in Civil Cases,” <em>Defense Digest,</em> December 2018, Vol. 24, No. 4 </p><p><strong>News</strong></p><p><strong>98 Marshall Dennehey Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America</strong></p><p>August 20, 2025</p>

Who John represents

John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and product liability matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Credentials — where John studied and practices

  • University of Pittsburgh School of Law, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

    J.D. · 1991

  • University of Pittsburgh

    B.A. Political · 1987

Jurisdictions

John's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania

    1991 · ACTIVE

John studied at J.D. in University of Pittsburgh School of Law, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and B.A. Political in University of Pittsburgh.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

John's legal honors and published work

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

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

John's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Associations & Memberships Allegheny County Bar Association

    membership

Locations

John F. Deasy's office in Pittsburgh

John's primary office is at Union Trust Building, 501 Grant Street, Suite 700, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Marshall Dennehey

Union Trust Building, 501 Grant Street, Suite 700

Pittsburgh, PA 15219

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Client feedback

Client reviews of John F. Deasy — 4.5/5 rating from 13 verified client reviews

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

4.5

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Hiring guide

How to hire John F. Deasy — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 John

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every entertainment 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about John F. Deasy

  • How much does it cost to hire John for a entertainment case?

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

  • Does John offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do entertainment cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

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

  • Can John take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?

    John 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 — John 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 John?

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

  • Is John accepting new entertainment clients right now?

    John'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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