Atty. Bernard D. Marcus
Bernard D. Marcus is a lawyer practicing antitrust, securities, employment law and 5 other areas of law.
Antitrust & More Attorney · Serving Pittsburgh, PA · 56+ Years Experience
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About Bernard D. Marcus at a Glance
Bernard D. Marcus is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Marcus & Shapira LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1970), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1974), U.S. Supreme Court (1975), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1983). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1969) and Syracuse University (B.S. Syracuse, 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allegheny County (Member, Executive Committee, 1974-1978, Vice Chairman, 1975 and Chairman, 1976, Young Lawyers Section Member: Board of Governors, 1977), Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Federal and American Bar Associations West Virginia State Bar. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Bernard D. Marcus
- Bernard D. Marcus is a lawyer practicing antitrust, securities, employment law and 5 other areas of law
- Bernard received a B.S. degree from Syracuse University in 1965, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Bernard practices at Marcus & Shapira LLP in Pittsburgh, PA
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Bernard D. Marcus's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard D. Marcus handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pittsburgh.
Employment Law in Pittsburgh
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Pittsburgh
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Pittsburgh
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Securities Law in Pittsburgh
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Consumer Protection in Pittsburgh
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pittsburgh
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pittsburgh are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Pittsburgh Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pittsburgh-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Pittsburgh Choose Bernard D. Marcus
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Bernard D. Marcus's practice in the field of employment, business, real estate, securities, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Bernard D. Marcus brings 56+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, and U.S. Supreme Court, Bernard D. Marcus can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and real estate, Bernard D. Marcus can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pittsburgh
A Pittsburgh-based practice means Bernard D. Marcus attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Bernard D. Marcus Handles in Pittsburgh
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