Robert L. Byer

Professional Experience

Judge, Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania, 1990-1992; Judge, Pennsylvania Court of Judicial Discipline, 1997-2001; Partner, Duane Morris LLP, 2006 - present; Practice focused on Appellate and Legal Issues Litigation; Formerly with Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott (1977-1990); and K&L Gates, 1992-2006. Fellow, American Academy of Appellate Lawyers; Member, American Law Institute. Former Faculty Member: Duquesne University School of Law; and National Judicial College.

Education

    • Harris Manchester College, Oxford


      · Oxford, UK ·
    • University of Pittsburgh

      Class of 1977
      JD · Pittsburgh · PA

    • University of Pittsburgh

      Class of 1973
      BA · Pittsburgh · PA

Practice Areas

  • Administrative
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution; Arbitration; Mediation
  • Appeals
  • Appeals: US Supreme Court
  • Insurance
  • Law Teacher

Bar Admissions

    • 1977  Pennsylvania