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Atty. G. Jay Habas

Atty. G. Jay Habas

G. Jay Habas is a lawyer practicing employment law, workers' compensation, professional liability and 3 other areas of law.

Erie Erie 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (445) 278-2018 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About G. Jay Habas at a glance

G. Jay Habas is a Shareholder, Managing Attorney, Erie, PA Office based in Erie, Pennsylvania. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, employment, workers comp, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985) and Pennsylvania (1989). Educated at Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1985) and Gannon University, Erie, Pennsylvania B.A. Notre Dame Law School Gannon University, Erie, Pennsylvania B.A. Notre Dame Gannon University, Erie, Pennsylvania B.A. Indiana Gannon University, Er (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Associations & Memberships •Erie County Bar Association, Vice Chair, Workers Compensation Section, 2014 •Insurance Club of Erie County, President, 2005-2006 (two terms) •Pennsylvania Bar Association. Serands clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • G. Jay Habas is a lawyer practicing employment law, workers' compensation, professional liability and 3 other areas of law
  • G. received a B.A. degree from Gannon University, Erie, Pennsylvania, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • G. practices in Erie, PA

Practice Areas Explained

G. Jay Habas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases G. Jay Habas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

G. Jay Habas is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Employment Law

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

G. Jay Habas is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

G. Jay Habas is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

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

G. Jay Habas is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

G. Jay Habas is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 G. Jay Habas

Where is G. Jay Habas's law office located?
G. Jay Habas's law practice is located in Erie, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does G. Jay Habas handle?
G. Jay Habas focuses on medical malpractice, employment, workers comp, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has G. Jay Habas practiced law?
G. Jay Habas has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did G. Jay Habas go to law school?
G. Jay Habas earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (—).
How can I contact G. Jay Habas for a consultation?
You can contact G. Jay Habas directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has G. Jay Habas received?
G. Jay Habas's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Notre Dame Law School
- 1985
Gannon University, Erie, Pennsylvania B.A. Notre Dame Law School Gannon University, Erie, Pennsylvania B.A. Notre Dame Gannon University, Erie, Pennsylvania B.A. Indiana Gannon University, Er
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1989

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