Atty. Patrick J. Brier
Pat Brier concentrates his practice on health care law with an emphasis on technology and improved outcomes based on decades of experience functioning at the intersection of health law and state government. His unique skillset allows him to anticipate important trends in healthcare while assisting his clients as they respond to the ever-changing landscape.
Government Affairs & More Attorney · Serving Scranton, PA · 41+ Years Experience
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About Patrick J. Brier at a Glance
Patrick J. Brier is a Counsel based in Scranton, Pennsylvania, practicing at Myers, Brier & Kelly, L.L.P.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on government and health care. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1985) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania U.S. Supreme Court (1985). Educated at Catholic University School of Law (J.D., 1985) and Marywood College (B.S.W., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Pennsylvania (Member, Environmental and Energy Law Sections), Federal and American Bar Associations American Health Lawyers Association Marywood University Board of Trustees American Health Lawyers Association Lackawanna Pro Bono. Serves clients in Scranton, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick J. Brier
- Pat Brier concentrates his practice on health care law with an emphasis on technology and improved outcomes based on decades of experience functioning at the intersection of health law and state government
- His unique skillset allows him to anticipate important trends in healthcare while assisting his clients as they respond to the ever-changing landscape
- Pat represents one of the largest Medicaid managed care organizations in the United States which provides coverage to over 5 million individuals in 13 states
- He counsels clients on healthcare and regulatory compliance, including market expansion and preservation strategies
- Pat not only has decades of practical experience but has also obtained a Master's degree in Health Informatics with a concentration in healthcare analytics
- Pat also advises high profile clients on Pennsylvania election law and compliance
- He counsels numerous federal, state and local candidates, political parties and elected officials on fundraising strategies, including the design of internal compliance programs
- He also regularly conducts campaign school training for candidates for elective office
- Pat is recognized amongst his peers as a distinguished legal practitioner
- He has been repeatedly selected to the list of Pennsylvania Super Lawyer and achieved a Distinguished rating in peer reviews collated by Martindale-Hubbell
- Pat developed and led MBK’s pro bono Immigration and Naturalization Clinic with the support of Esperanza Immigration Legal Services and the Lackawanna Bar Association
- The pro bono clinic provided training to lawyers in the representation of underserved immigrants and their families interested in becoming citizens
- This program was recognized by the federal court for its successful advocacy and legal education
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick J. Brier's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick J. Brier handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Scranton.
Government & Administrative Law in Scranton
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Health Care Law in Scranton
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Scranton
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 Scranton 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.
Scranton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Scranton-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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Why Clients in Scranton Choose Patrick J. Brier
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 Patrick J. Brier's practice in the field of government and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick J. Brier brings 41+ 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 U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania U.S. Supreme Court, Patrick J. Brier can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering government and health care, Patrick J. Brier can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Scranton
A Scranton-based practice means Patrick J. Brier 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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