Our Firm

HISTORY OF OUR FIRM

Our firm was founded by Ned J. Nakles Sr., who established the high standards of personal service and commitment to the welfare of our clients that continue to guide the firm today. Mr. Nakles began the firm’s long tradition of specializing in the representation of victims who have been injured in an accident. He was a member of the prestigious American College of Trial Lawyers and had a well-earned reputation for success in personal injury and wrongful death cases. Mr. Nakles was known for his legal brilliance, and for the detailed and thorough preparation he brought to every case. His passion for the law was legendary, matched only by his passion for history and books. In his honor, the Westmoreland County Bar Association established The Ned J. Nakles Inn Of Court, which was designed to improve the skills, professionalism, and ethics of the bench and bar. Mr. Nakles practiced law until his death in 1999.

Today, our goal is simple; to treat our clients the same way we would want our family to be treated. We provide a close working relationship, and make every effort to accommodate your travel and scheduling needs. Rest assured, that our clients meet with lawyers at every stage of their case.

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ATTORNEYS

Ned J. Nakles, Jr.

Ned J. Nakles, Jr., has continued the firm’s commitment to excellence in the practice of representing injured plaintiffs. He has established his own long record of success representing people injured in all types of accidents. Please see a resume of Mr. Nakles’ accomplishments in our home page.

View Ned J. Nakles Jr.’s Resume here.

Ryan P. Cribbs

Ryan P. Cribbs has been an attorney at Nakles and Nakles since 2013. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Duquesne University School of Law, where he also served as Executive Editor of the Duquesne Law Review. Mr. Cribbs’ practice areas include personal injury and medical malpractice litigation, estate planning and administration, and school law, among others. Prior to joining Nakles and Nakles, Mr. Cribbs worked for a defense litigation firm where he gained experience and insight from a defense perspective that has enabled him to effectively represent plaintiffs and obtain favorable outcomes, including a $1.2 million verdict.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Nakles and Nakles has been privileged to receive the support of the citizens of our community. Happy clients and impressed jurors, provide numerous new client referrals to our office. We take to heart the words in the Book of Luke, “Everyone to whom much is given, much will be required,” and we work to return our blessings to our community.

We have made a commitment to the youth of our community. We support many activities including athletic teams, educational pursuits, music and drama, and early childhood development programs. Of special interest to our firm is our ongoing involvement with the Life Skills classes at Latrobe and Derry Area School Districts.

Nakles and Nakles is also committed to provide educational opportunities for young people in Westmoreland County. Scholarships in the name of Ned J. Nakles Sr. were established at Seton Hill College and Thiel College and are awarded annually to students of this area. We have been actively involved with the work of the Art Conservation Trust of the Greater Latrobe School District and support the new Center for Student Creativity.

Nakles and Nakles has proudly served clients from communities throughout Pennsylvania, having represented clients from the following areas: Adamsburg; Altoona; Belle Vernon; Blairsville; Bolivar; Bradenville; Central City; Connellsville; Crabtree; Derry; Donegal; Greensburg; Herminie; Hunker; Irwin; Jeannette; Johnstown; Latrobe; Ligonier; Monessen; Monroeville; Mt. Pleasant; Murrysville; New Alexandria; New Florence; New Kensington; New Stanton; Norvelt; Pittsburgh; Scottdale; Stahlstown; State College; Uniontown; West Newton; Youngwood; and Yukon.