Phillip Meherwan Irani, Divorce Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Divorce, Estate Planning, and Personal Injury
Pittsburgh, PA
Practicing divorce in Pittsburgh since 1991.
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Phillip Meherwan Irani is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Divorce, Estate Planning, and Personal Injury. Phillip has over 35 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Divorce · Estate Planning · Personal Injury
- Handles Divorce, Estate Planning, and Personal Injury matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Phillip Meherwan Irani: Phillip Meherwan Irani is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Divorce, Estate Planning, and Personal Injury. Phillip has over 35 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Phillip's practice areas in Pittsburgh
Phillip concentrates on divorce, estate planning, personal injury, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Phillip handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Divorce
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Estate Planning
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Personal Injury
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Tax
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Divorce cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Phillip takes divorce 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 Phillip agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Phillip takes estate planning 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 Phillip agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Phillip 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 Phillip agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Phillip takes tax 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 Phillip agrees to represent you.
Biography
Phillip Meherwan Irani, divorce attorney serving Pittsburgh
Phillip Meherwan Irani is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Divorce, Estate Planning, and Personal Injury. Phillip has over 35 years of legal experience. Phillip works from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and takes on divorce matters across the region.
Phillip Meherwan Irani is a lawyer practicing taxation, divorce, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Phillip received a M.S. degree from Robert Morris College in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years. Phillip practices in Pittsburgh, PA.
Phillip's approach to divorce cases
Phillip Meherwan Irani is a lawyer practicing taxation, divorce, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Phillip received a M.S. degree from Robert Morris College in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years. Phillip practices in Pittsburgh, PA.
The kind of cases Phillip takes
Phillip reviews new inquiries case-by-case for divorce, estate planning, and personal injury matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Phillip studied and practices
Duquesne University
J.D. · 1991
Robert Morris College
M.S. Western · 1986
Jurisdictions
Phillip's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
1991 · ACTIVE
Phillip studied at J.D. in Duquesne University and M.S. Western in Robert Morris College.
Law school and academic background
Phillip completed J.D. in Duquesne University and M.S. Western in Robert Morris College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Phillip runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Phillip Meherwan Irani's office in Pittsburgh
Phillip's primary office is at 41 Vernon Dr, Pittsburgh, PA, 15228-1110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Phillip Meherwan Irani — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new divorce attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Phillip usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Phillip charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Phillip'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; Phillip will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a divorce attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many divorce 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 Phillip
Phillip discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in divorce practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every divorce 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. Phillip confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Phillip's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many divorce practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Phillip Meherwan Irani
How much does it cost to hire Phillip for a divorce case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Phillip walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Phillip offer a free consultation?
Phillip charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Phillip's office. Some divorce attorneys offer free consults — check Phillip's current terms during booking.
How long do divorce cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple divorce 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. Phillip gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Phillip take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Phillip 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 — Phillip 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 Phillip?
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. Phillip will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Phillip accepting new divorce clients right now?
Phillip's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Divorce attorneys serving Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
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