Atty. John E. "J." Black III

Atty. John E. "J." Black III

John E. Black III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Individuals and Litigation - Labor and Employment.

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Profile Summary

About John E. "J." Black III at a glance

John E. "J." Black III is a employment and litigation attorney based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Edgar Snyder & Associates. Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (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

About

  • John E. Black III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Individuals and Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • John E., who practices law in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2010
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

John E. "J." Black III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John E. "J." Black III 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.

John E. "J." Black III is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

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

John E. "J." Black III is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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 John E. "J." Black III

Where is John E. "J." Black III's law office located?
John E. "J." Black III's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Edgar Snyder & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John E. "J." Black III handle?
John E. "J." Black III focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
Where did John E. "J." Black III go to law school?
John E. "J." Black III earned their education at (J.D., 1999).
How can I contact John E. "J." Black III for a consultation?
You can contact John E. "J." Black III 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 John E. "J." Black III received?
John E. "J." Black III's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Individuals; Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Individuals (Pittsburgh).

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1999

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Individuals
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Individuals (Pittsburgh)
- 2014

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