Michael J. Betts LLC - Pittsburgh, PA

Experienced Securities and Financial Fraud Representation

With over forty-four years of dedicated experience, Michael J. Betts LLC is a premier law firm in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, focused on handling complex lawsuits and arbitrations involving securities litigation and financial fraud. Led by principal Michael J. Betts, the firm provides aggressive and knowledgeable legal counsel to both individual investors and securities professionals. The firm has a proven track record of success, having recovered more than $10 million in investment-related losses for clients. This success is built on a deep understanding of the financial industry, drawing on extensive experience as a litigator in federal and state courts, as well as in-house counsel for a major bank. ⚖️

Specialized Areas of Financial Law

The firm concentrates its practice on the highly specialized field of financial and securities law, offering robust representation for a variety of complex matters. The team is committed to pursuing justice for those who have been wronged by financial misconduct and defending the rights of industry professionals.

• Financial & IP Lawyers: The core of the firm's practice is financial fraud recovery. They are experts in representing investors to recover losses caused by securities fraud and other wrongful conduct through court litigation and FINRA arbitrations. They also handle claims against banks arising from checking account fraud, forged checks, and cyber fraud, including fraudulent wire transfers.
• Representation of Securities Professionals: The firm provides comprehensive legal support for securities brokers, financial advisors, and investment adviser representatives. This includes handling employment-related matters such as internal investigations, disputes over Form U4/U5 disclosures, expungement proceedings, U5 defamation, and claims related to promissory notes. They also defend professionals in investigations by the SEC, FINRA, and state regulators.

A Leader in Alternative Dispute Resolution

In addition to his litigation practice, Michael J. Betts is a highly experienced alternative dispute resolution (ADR) neutral. He frequently serves as a mediator and arbitrator in securities, investment-related, and business dispute cases. He is on the approved roster of mediators for the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania and the national arbitrator panel for the American Arbitration Association. This expertise in ADR provides clients with a unique perspective and additional avenues for resolving disputes efficiently and effectively. 🏆

Direct and Accessible Legal Counsel

Michael J. Betts LLC is dedicated to providing direct and accessible counsel. Clients benefit from working with a seasoned attorney who has experience from all sides of the litigation table. The firm's focused approach ensures that each case receives the meticulous attention and aggressive pursuit required to achieve the best possible outcome for clients. 🤝