About Douglas
Douglas Gawel earned his J.D. from Duquesne University School of Law. He moved east after graduation and built a practice based in New York. The legal education he received at Duquesne provided a foundation in core areas of law and practical skills taught in clinics and real-world exercises.
Gawel began his tenure at Tiveron Law, PLLC in 2024, joining the firm as a lawyer. That move is the most recent step in a career that has centered on serving clients in New York. He is admitted to practice in the State of New York and maintains an active membership in the State Bar of New York, where his membership status is current.
Colleagues describe him as methodical in his preparation and clear in his explanations. He spends time explaining legal options and likely outcomes to clients so they can make informed decisions. His courtroom experience is developing alongside his work at the firm, where he has handled filings, client interviews, and other casework typical of a practicing lawyer at a small to midsize firm.
At Tiveron Law, PLLC, Gawel works on matters that require careful legal research and attention to procedural detail. His daily work often involves drafting pleadings, preparing motions, and managing client communications. He favors straightforward language when advising clients and tries to set realistic expectations about timing and possible results.
Outside the office, he remains engaged with the professional community through the State Bar of New York. That membership keeps him connected to continuing legal education and the bar’s resources. He has not been publicly listed as holding bar leadership roles or academic posts.
Peers and clients who have worked with him say he is accessible and responsive. He tends to take a case-by-case approach, assessing each client’s priorities before recommending next steps. That practical orientation informs how he allocates time and prepares for hearings or negotiations.
As of 2026, Gawel practices in New York at Tiveron Law, PLLC, where he handles a range of client matters and provides legal counsel to individuals and businesses in the state.
