Focus:
John R. Whipkey serves as Counsel for Bernstein-Burkley, P.C. and focuses on oil and gas and real estate law. John represents companies and individuals who buy and sell mineral rights in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. John has skilled expertise in evaluating land and title issues, litigating oil and gas claims and in negotiating leases, rights-of-way and construction agreements. In addition to his oil and gas practice, John is licensed in North Carolina where he represents individuals in a variation of legal matters.
Admissions:
- Admitted to the State Bar of Pennsylvania
- Admitted to the State Bar of West Virginia
- Admitted to the State Bar of Ohio
Affiliations & Memberships:
- Pennsylvania Bar Association
- Allegheny County Bar Association
- West Virginia State Bar
- North Carolina Bar Association
- National Association of Royalty Owners
Education:
- Gettysburg College ’01 (B.S. Chemistry, magna cum laude)
- University of Pittsburgh School of Law ’04 (J.D.)
Accolades:
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Rising Star (2010)