Atty. Patrick Sorek
Patrick Sorek is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate, employment practices liability and 4 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Pittsburgh, PA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Sorek at a Glance
Patrick Sorek is a employment, business, litigation, government, and adr attorney based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit United States District Court for t (1984). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1984) and Princeton University (B.A. Brussels, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships •Federal Bar Association •Allegheny County Bar Association. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Sorek
- Patrick Sorek is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate, employment practices liability and 4 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Patrick practices in Pittsburgh, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick Sorek's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Sorek handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pittsburgh.
Employment Law in Pittsburgh
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Patrick Sorek is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Business & Corporate Law in Pittsburgh
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Patrick Sorek is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil Litigation in Pittsburgh
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Patrick Sorek is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Government & Administrative Law in Pittsburgh
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Patrick Sorek is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Mediation & Arbitration in Pittsburgh
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Patrick Sorek is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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 Patrick Sorek
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 Sorek's practice in the field of employment, business, litigation, government, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Sorek brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Patrick Sorek 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 Patrick Sorek attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick Sorek Handles in Pittsburgh
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick Sorek 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 Patrick Sorek directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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