The Firm

A National Leader in Civil Defense

Willman & Silvaggio LLP is a Pittsburgh-based civil litigation and defense firm with a national reputation for excellence in managing complex, high-stakes litigation. Founded on the principles of accountability, precision, and client service, the firm has grown to become a trusted partner for insurance carriers, corporations, and businesses facing significant legal challenges.

The firm holds the highest Martindale-Hubbell rating of “AV” — a designation awarded to fewer than ten percent of all attorneys — and is listed in Best’s Directory of Recommended Insurance Attorneys and in Martindale-Hubbell’s Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers for insurance defense and environmental litigation.

Our attorneys have been selected to participate in the Joint Neutral Defense Initiative, a consortium of insurance carriers that identifies and retains the most capable defense firms in the country. This recognition reflects our consistent track record of delivering results in the most demanding litigation environments.

Our Approach

What distinguishes Willman & Silvaggio is our internal case management system — a proprietary framework that establishes clear accountability at every level of staffing. This system enables our attorneys to manage the complexity and volume of information inherent in large-scale, multi-plaintiff litigation without sacrificing the quality of individual case attention.

We believe that effective litigation requires both strategic vision and meticulous execution. Our attorneys combine broad courtroom experience with deep subject-matter expertise, allowing us to anticipate issues before they arise and respond decisively when they do.

Our Clients

We serve a diverse client base that includes major insurance carriers, Fortune 500 companies, regional businesses, and individual clients. Regardless of the size or complexity of the matter, every client receives the same standard of personal attention and professional excellence that has defined this firm since its founding.