Richard E. Filippi is a sole practitioner centrally located in the heart of Downtown Erie, PA. He handles many types of legal issues, such as personal injury, medical malpractice, auto cases, social security disability, worker's compensation, employment law and real estate issues. Mr. Filippi received his B.S. from Gannon University, followed by earning his J.D. from Duquesne University. He was also the Mayor of the City of Erie from 2001-2005.
About Attorney Richard E. Filippi
Education
1989-1992
Duquesne University School of Law, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Juris Doctorate 1992
Law Review, 1990-1991
1984-1989
Gannon University, Erie, Pennsylvania
B.S. in Biology 1989
1980-1984
Cathedral Preparatory School, Erie, Pennsylvania
Professional Experience
2001- Present
Richard E. Filippi & Associates, P.C. - Attorneys at Law, Erie, Pennsylvania
Private practice of law concentrating in civil litigation, workers’ compensation, social security disability and real estate.
Notable Cases: In Re: Erie Golf Course (Erie County, Pennsylvania)
Successfully represented a group of citizens opposing the attempt by the City of Erie to lift deed restrictions and sell a public golf course.
2001-2005
Patberg, Carmody, Ging & Filippi, Pittsburgh and Erie, Pennsylvania. Member of law firm concentrating in civil litigation.
Notable Cases: Stewart v. Olean Medical Group, et al. (Cattaragus County, New York) Obtained verdict in medical malpractice wrongful death trial of in excess of two million dollars.
1992-2001
Filippi and Nies - Attorneys at Law, Erie, Pennsylvania
Private practice of law concentrating in civil litigation, workers’ compensation, and real estate.
Notable Cases: Pearson, et al. v. Component Technology Corp., et al. (Western District of Pennsylvania) Represented approximately 150 former employees in a WARN Act Claim.
2014 -2017
Erie Reader, Biweekly Local Newspaper - Contributing Author
Public Service
2017-2018
Board Member, Performing Artist Collaborative Alliance (PACA), Organization which supports the arts in Erie
2011-2016
Board Member, Preservation Erie, Organization which seeks preservation of historical buildings and structures in Erie County
2002-2005
Mayor, City of Erie, Erie, Pennsylvania, Chief Executive of City of 105,000 people with annual budget of approximately one-hundred million dollars
2003-2005
Board Member (appointed by Gov. Edward G. Rendell), Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Authority promoting hi-tech development and job creation
1998-2001
City Councilman, City of Erie, Pennsylvania, Local legislator
Community Service
2010
Erie County Bar Association, Pro Bono of the Year Lawyer, Recognized for contributing over 100 hours of pro bono service to needy clients and non-profit community organizations
2004-2006
Founding Member, Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River Cities Initiative
2003
Recipient on behalf of City of Erie, 2003 City Livability Award presented by U.S. Conference of Mayors
1997
East Bayfront Neighborhood Watch Group , Neighborhood Hero of the Year
1995
Knighted as Knight of St. Patrick, St. Patricks R.C. Church, Erie, Pa.
Outdoors and Conservation
2008 - Present
Hunting and Trapping Education (HTE) Instructor for the Pennsylvania Game Commission
2006 - Present
Member, Ruffed Grouse Society
Served as local banquet organizer
2006 - Present
Member, NW Pa. Chapter of Pheasants Forever
Social
Tau Kappa Epsilon National Fraternity (Delta Chi Chapter, Gannon University, Erie, Pennsylvania)
Nuova Aurora Society (Erie, Pennsylvania)
Moose Club USA (Butler, Pennsylvania)
Personal
Married for 30 years with three wonderful children
Avid outdoorsman, interests include hunting, fishing, camping, canoeing
Former volunteer coach, Erie Youth Soccer Association
The Glory of a Good Lawyer
Is to Win a Bad Trial.
( Balzac)
