About Eric Todd
Eric Todd Chaffin earned his Juris Doctor from Washington & Lee University. The law school shaped his approach to research and argument. It also provided the academic foundation he has relied on during his years practicing in Pennsylvania.
After law school he gained admission to practice in Pennsylvania and established his career in Pittsburgh. He has worked from that city’s legal community, focusing his day-to-day work on advising clients, preparing matters for court, and handling transactional tasks when called for. Colleagues say he prefers clear writing and an orderly trial notebook; those habits show up in how he prepares files and manages case timelines.
Chaffin’s professional life blends courtroom work with client counseling. He spends time drafting pleadings and briefs. He also meets with clients to map out strategy. His courtroom appearances are informed by detailed preparation. He tends to rely on careful factual development and targeted legal research rather than broad strokes. That practical method helps keep complex matters manageable for clients and teams.
Outside hearings and brief deadlines, he stays engaged with changes in Pennsylvania law. He follows appellate decisions and regulatory updates that affect the matters he handles. The result is work that aims to reflect current law and realistic expectations for outcomes. Peers describe him as methodical; clients describe him as straightforward in explaining options.
Chaffin works from the firm’s Pittsburgh office, where he handles matters arising under Pennsylvania law. He divides his time between client meetings, drafting court papers, and courtroom appearances. His current practice is based in Pittsburgh and serves clients across Pennsylvania.
