About Us

JAMES P. COLETTA

FOUNDING PARTNER

Born in Pittsburgh, PA., James P. Coletta graduated in 1972 from Central District Catholic High School in Pittsburgh and then enlisted in the U.S. Army for a three year tour of duty. When discharged, he spent two years in the PA. Army National Guard and one year in PA. Air National Guard.

In 1979, Mr. Coletta graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a BA and obtained his Juris Doctorate Degree in 1983 from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. Mr. Coletta has represented the elderly and disabled for thirty years. Based on his experience, he has lectured for professional groups on Medicaid Planning, Workers’ Compensation and Veteran Benefits.

With integrity and compassion, Mr. Coletta has protected millions of dollars for his elderly clients and obtained millions of dollars for his disabled clients.

AREAS OF PRACTICE:

  • Medicaid Planning
  • Social Security Disability Benefits
  • Veteran Benefits

BAR ADMISSIONS:

  • Pennsylvania Bar
  • U.S. District Court Western District of PA.
  • U.S. District Court of Appeals 3rd Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for Veteran Claims
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for Federal Circuit
  • U.S. Supreme Court

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

  • Allegheny County Bar Association
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association
  • National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
  • National Organization of Veteran Advocates
  • Vietnam Veterans Association
  • Bar Association of U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims

JAMES R. SCHMITT

FOUNDING PARTNER

Born in Pittsburgh, PA., James R. Schmitt enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1961. After serving a tour of duty of three years, upon discharge he attended Robert Morris University obtaining a Degree in Business. He then attended the University of Baltimore School of Law obtaining his Juris Doctorate Degree in 1970.

Mr. Schmitt has spent over 35 years representing the injured and disabled. He has obtained millions of dollars for his Workers’ Compensation, Black Lung and Social Security Disability clients. He is noted for his patience, compassion and diligence.

AREAS OF PRACTICE:

  • Workers’ Compensation
  • Social Security Disability Benefits

BAR ADMISSIONS:

  • Pennsylvania Bar
  • U.S. District Court Western District of Pennsylvania
  • Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. Supreme Court

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

  • Allegheny County Bar Association
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association
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