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DeForest Koscelnik & Berardinelli

Litigation: General Commercial

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DeForest Koscelnik & Berardinelli

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Our Litigation Department is known for finding ways to achieve satisfactory outcomes for our clients. We are aggressive yet tactful litigators, and there are few situations that we haven’t successfully dealt with. We believe that understanding a client’s needs is the best way to leverage the firm’s accumulated expertise. When someone calls to talk about a problem, they talk with an experienced lawyer, not a supporting attorney. All of our lawyers are actively involved in hands-on practice. Our deep experience in multiple areas, including commercial litigation, and labor & employment litigation, is crucial for success. The entire team brings unique perspectives and fresh ideas to solving complicated legal matters, and this approach works, regardless of geography.

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Litigation: General Commercial - Pennsylvania: Pittsburgh & Surrounds

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

DeForest Koscelnik & Berardinelli possesses an established group of experienced litigators known for its commercial and employment disputes practice. The firm is highly adept in complex contractual, wrongful termination and trade secrets-related cases. It is noted for its strong reputation in trial and appellate cases, as well as arbitrations. The firm is particularly proficient in sectors such as healthcare, education and technology.

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Work Highlights

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  • DeForest Koscelnik & Berardinelli advised SGIS on litigation regarding breach of contract and fiduciary duties, and violation of trade secrets.

Strengths

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  • DeForest Koscelnik & Berardinelli is always a few steps ahead. The firm's attorneys communicate quickly and provide frequent updates.

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  • DeForest Koscelnik & Berardinelli stands out for its responsiveness, expertise and results.

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  • DeForest Koscelnik & Berardinelli is distinguished by its advocacy and creative lawyering.

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  • I am always impressed with the firm's ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters, and especially its tactical skill and acumen.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • David Berardinelli
    David Berardinelli

    David Berardinelli

    David Berardinelli maintains a broad practice encompassing both civil and criminal disputes. He regularly litigates matters involving claims of white-collar crime, employment and breach of contract.

    • David Berardinelli stands out for his analytical skills. He is also hard-working and presents very well in court.

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    • David Berardinelli is an outstanding attorney.

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    • David is highly intelligent, always available when I need him and extremely efficient in his communications.

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  • Walter P DeForest
    Walter P DeForest

    Walter P DeForest

    Walter DeForest is active in a range of corporate and commercial disputes, including trusts litigation and complex investigations.

    • Walter is an awesome litigator with a strong reputation for being a tenacious lawyer.

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    • Walter is a brilliant tactician and is well respected by the courts and the Bar.

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    • Walter is a brilliant attorney who provides outstanding service.

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    • Walter is a master at his craft. He is smart, able to think around corners. He is a strategic genius.

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