Atty. Frederick C. Leech

Atty. Frederick C. Leech

Fred Leech is a partner in Leech Tishman’s Pittsburgh office and Chair of the firm’s Corporate Practice Group, where he has a wide-ranging legal practice advising business clients on regulatory matters, corporate governance and acquisition transactions. Fred serves as outside general counsel to a number of operating company clients, principally in the manufacturing and media industries.

Erie Erie 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Frederick C. Leech at a glance

Frederick C. Leech is a Partner based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at Leech Tishman. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, ip, tax, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1980). Educated at Michigan University (B.A., 1976) and Northeastern University School of Law J.D. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Pennsylvania Bar Association Allegheny County Bar Association. Serands clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Fred Leech is a partner in Leech Tishman’s Pittsburgh office and Chair of the firm’s Corporate Practice Group, where he has a wide-ranging legal practice advising business clients on regulatory matters, corporate governance and acquisition transactions
  • Fred serves as outside general counsel to a number of operating company clients, principally in the manufacturing and media industries
  • In this role, in addition to managing his own legal projects, Fred oversees the delivery of a wide range of services in areas such as intellectual property, employment, tax, litigation, environmental law and benefits
  • Fred also has significant experience representing investment advisers in regulatory matters and strategic transactions
  • Prior to joining Leech Tishman, Fred spent 35 years at Reed Smith, where he focused on corporate, finance and investment management legal issues

Practice Areas Explained

Frederick C. Leech's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederick C. Leech 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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 Erie 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 Frederick C. Leech

Where is Frederick C. Leech's law office located?
Frederick C. Leech's law practice is located in Erie, Pennsylvania. The firm is Leech Tishman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frederick C. Leech handle?
Frederick C. Leech focuses on employment, ip, tax, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Frederick C. Leech practiced law?
Frederick C. Leech has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Frederick C. Leech go to law school?
Frederick C. Leech earned their education at (B.A., 1976); (—).
How can I contact Frederick C. Leech for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Frederick C. Leech received?
Frederick C. Leech's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.A.
Michigan University
- 1976
Northeastern University School of Law J.D.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1980

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