Lester Norman Fortney, Appellate Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Lester concentrates on appellate, employment, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lester handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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Lester's primary office is at One Gateway Center, 420 Fort Duquesne Boulevard, Suite 1200, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Lester 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.

• How much does it cost to hire Lester for a appellate case?

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

• Does Lester offer a free consultation?

  Lester charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lester's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Lester'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. Lester gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

  Lester 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 — Lester 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 Lester?

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

• Is Lester accepting new appellate clients right now?

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