Christopher T. Michelone

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Christopher T. Michelone

Christopher (“Chris”) T. Michelone practices in the areas of business law, banking law, real estate, and estate planning. Chris has the skills and knowledge to guide clients throughout the entire lifecycle of a business, whether they are budding entrepreneurs or established corporations. From business formation to succession planning, and all of the stages in between, Chris ensures that when issues arise, his clients are not derailed from the path to their ultimate goal.

Chris is equipped to handle discrete matters or to serve in an ongoing role assisting with the day-to-day operations of a business. Chris advises clients regarding business formation and the selection of the proper entity (corporation, limited liability company, or partnership) to best fit their needs. For established businesses, Chris has experience in general business operations including lease and purchase agreements, employment and independent contractor agreements, licensing agreements, commercial real estate transactions, banking matters, environmental issues, and securities. Of particular interest to Chris is helping businesses protect their branding and intellectual property through trademarks and copyrights, which he helps clients obtain through the federal registration process.

Having a deep respect for and awareness of the efforts that go into creating and maintaining a successful business, Chris understands the importance of also planning for the extended future of a business. Chris helps business owners protect assets and strategize for the next stage of their business through comprehensive succession planning. He can help structure wills and trusts to minimize tax liability and to maximize what is passed to the next generation.

As a native of Central Pennsylvania, Chris is proud to practice in the community in which he was raised, and he is passionate about helping the individuals and businesses that make the region such a wonderful place to live. Chris enjoys using his abilities to identify where there are needs and to help provide solutions.

  • American Bar Association
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association
  • Blair County Bar Association
  • President, Blair County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division
  • Zone 8 Chair of the Pennsylvania Bar Association Young Lawyers Division
  • Board Member, Blair County Sports Hall of Fame
  • Board Member, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Mid-Penn Region
  • Member, Blair County Chamber of Commerce Legislative Action Committee
  • Board Member, Blair County Chamber Foundation
  • J.S. Black American Inns of Court
  • President, Rotary Club of Altoona, 2016-2017
  • Leadership Blair County, Class of 2014

  • Pennsylvania
  • U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
  • Supreme Court of the United States

  • J.D., University of Pittsburgh School of Law, 2010
  • B.A., The George Washington University, 2007