Atty. Michael L. Kraemer
In 2012 Michael founded an employment law firm that represented thousands of plaintiffs throughout the state of Pennsylvania, with offices in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia and nearly 30 employees at one point. Two years in a row named a “Fastest Growing Business” as well as “Best Places to Work” by the Pittsburgh Business Times.
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Michael L. Kraemer is a Partner based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at MKO Employment Law LLC. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2012) and Ohio U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (2019). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law J.D. Civil Litigation Certificate Program; Specialization in an advocacy program designated for aspiring trial lawyers; Seminar Paper and Presentation, (—) and University of Pittsburgh Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences B.A. Political Science. with notable international studies (—). Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- In 2012 Michael founded an employment law firm that represented thousands of plaintiffs throughout the state of Pennsylvania, with offices in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia and nearly 30 employees at one point
- Two years in a row named a “Fastest Growing Business” as well as “Best Places to Work” by the Pittsburgh Business Times
- As a serial entrepreneur, Michael saw a niche’ market for a boutique employment law firm (meaning one that almost exclusively handles employment cases and brands itself as such) that serves an alternative to the large firm multi-practice area experience
- In 2019 Michael founded MKO Employment Law LLC which focuses very directly on each individual client and their case, but also evaluates their situation and future as a whole as it relates to litigation
- Hence, the MKO credo, “Providing you a path forward in your life, career, and recovering the compensation you deserve.™” Recognizing that many employment clients are in hard situations, Michael takes pride in providing sincere attention and strong representation
- He is well-versed in the nuances of employment law, and can cut quickly to the most important legal and practical issues in any situation
- After dispensing thousands of legal consultations to potential clients, I can easily say it’s my favorite part of my practice
- My guidance, even if MKO can’t accept them as a client, helps people immeasurably in figuring out what to do and how to move forward with their lives
- I make a measurable impact every single day on many people
- Who else can say that about their job?
- I love it
- Call me. – Michael Kraemer Michael has studied and traveled extensively abroad, visiting and living in over 45 different countries, and you should ask him about it
- He draws on this and other life and professional experiences to guide people through what is most likely the worst moment in their life
- He is admitted to practice law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the state of Ohio
- Professional Experience • Kraemer, Manes & Associates LLC • Kraemer Law Firm LLC • Fried Law Offices, P.C. • Neighborhood Legal Services • Superior Court of Pennsylvania • Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission • JURIST, University of Pittsburgh School of Law • Pittsburgh Mayor’s Civic Leadership Academy
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Michael L. Kraemer is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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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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