Atty. Brian D. Balonick

Atty. Brian D. Balonick

Brian D. Balonick advises his clients in all aspects of labor and employment law, including traditional labor, employment discrimination, and trade secret litigation.

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Profile Summary

About Brian D. Balonick at a glance

Brian D. Balonick is a employment and litigation attorney based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Fisher Phillips LLP. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania. Educated at Duquesne University (J.D., 2002) and Penn State (B.S., 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brian D. Balonick advises his clients in all aspects of labor and employment law, including traditional labor, employment discrimination, and trade secret litigation
  • He helps clients avoid litigation by developing preventive strategies to remain in compliance with labor, employment, and wage and hour laws
  • He provides on-site training programs to assist employers in creating an issue-free workplace
  • When employers find themselves facing employment litigation, Brian has assisted them in any area involving workplace disputes
  • Brian has experience prosecuting restrictive covenant agreements and trade secret cases on behalf of employers
  • He has represented employers in courts and administrative agencies across the country
  • This includes experience practicing in front of the National Labor Relations Board
  • Brian is a frequent lecturer on labor and employment subjects
  • He speaks on labor law issues, including the 2013 ABA Mid-Winter Meeting for the Committee on Development of the Law Under the NLRB in Carlsbad, Calif
  • Brian has been a guest lecturer on labor law at the Carnegie-Mellon University Heinz School of Public Policy and is a delegate to the Allegheny County Bar Association Labor and Employment Law Section

Practice Areas Explained

Brian D. Balonick's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian D. Balonick handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian D. Balonick

Where is Brian D. Balonick's law office located?
Brian D. Balonick's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Fisher Phillips LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian D. Balonick handle?
Brian D. Balonick focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
Where did Brian D. Balonick go to law school?
Brian D. Balonick earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.S., 1999).
How can I contact Brian D. Balonick for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Brian D. Balonick received?
Brian D. Balonick's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment.

Education

J.D.
Duquesne University
- 2002
B.S.
Penn State
- 1999

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania

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