Atty. Mark Alan Willard
Mark Alan Willard is a lawyer practicing litigation, technology and licensing, e-discovery and information management and 8 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from Duquesne University, and has been licensed for 53 years.
E-Discovery and Information Management & More Attorney · Serving Pittsburgh, PA · 53+ Years Experience
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About Mark Alan Willard at a Glance
Mark Alan Willard is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on ip, class action, product liability, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1973) and Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court for the No (1973). Educated at Duquesne University School of Law J.D. cum laude (—) and Duquesne University B.A. with honors (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Alan Willard
- Mark Alan Willard is a lawyer practicing litigation, technology and licensing, e-discovery and information management and 8 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from Duquesne University, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Mark practices at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC in Pittsburgh, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Mark Alan Willard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Alan Willard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pittsburgh.
Intellectual Property in Pittsburgh
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Class Action in Pittsburgh
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Product Liability in Pittsburgh
Mark Alan Willard is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil Litigation in Pittsburgh
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate Practice in Pittsburgh
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pittsburgh
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 venue, 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.
Pittsburgh Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pittsburgh-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Pittsburgh Choose Mark Alan Willard
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark Alan Willard's practice in the field of ip, class action, product liability, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Alan Willard brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court for the No, Mark Alan Willard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ip, class action, and product liability, Mark Alan Willard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pittsburgh
A Pittsburgh-based practice means Mark Alan Willard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark Alan Willard Handles in Pittsburgh
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark Alan Willard has experience with under Pennsylvania law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark Alan Willard directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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