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Atty. Jackie Koscelnik

Atty. Jackie Koscelnik

Jackie represents a variety of employers, including manufacturing and industrial companies, television stations, hospitals, and universities, in both federal and state courts as well as before government agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, the National Labor Relations Board, and numerous state and local human rights commissions. Her practice includes advice on affirmative action, union avoidance, reasonable accommodation, hiring practices, personal services contracts, employee discipline and termination issues, and o

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Profile Summary

About Jackie Koscelnik at a glance

Jackie Koscelnik is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practforg at DeForest Koscelnik & Berardinelli. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, United States and West Virginia, United States. Educated at Duquesne University (J.D., 1990) and Allegheny College (BS). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Jackie represents a variety of employers, including manufacturing and industrial companies, television stations, hospitals, and universities, in both federal and state courts as well as before government agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, the National Labor Relations Board, and numerous state and local human rights commissions
  • Her practice includes advice on affirmative action, union avoidance, reasonable accommodation, hiring practices, personal services contracts, employee discipline and termination issues, and on compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and the Family and Medical Leave Act
  • She drafts comprehensive employee handbooks, human resources guidelines, and affirmative action plans
  • She has been invited by employers on numerous occasions to speak to groups of employees and/or supervisors on topics ranging from union avoidance to sexual harassment
  • In 1994 Jackie joined Walter DeForest in founding DeForest & Koscelnik, now DeForest Koscelnik Yokitis & Berardinelli
  • Jackie began her legal career as an Associate with Reed Smith Shaw & McClay

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practforg law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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 Jackie Koscelnik

Where is Jackie Koscelnik's law office located?
Jackie Koscelnik's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is DeForest Koscelnik & Berardinelli. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Jackie Koscelnik go to law school?
Jackie Koscelnik earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (BS); (BS).
How can I contact Jackie Koscelnik for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jackie Koscelnik receiandd?
Jackie Koscelnik's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Management; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
Duquesne University
- 1990
BS
Allegheny College
- In Progress
BS
University of Rochester
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Pittsburgh)
- 2014

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania, United States
West Virginia, United States

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