Atty. Samuel John Cordes

Atty. Samuel John Cordes

Samuel John Cordes is a lawyer practicing employment discrimination, labor law, employment law and 2 other areas of law. Samuel John received a B.A. degree from Point Park University in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Samuel John Cordes at a glance

Samuel John Cordes is a Managing Partner based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Samuel J. Cordes & Associates. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on discrimination, employment, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1988), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1988), Pennsylvania (1989), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third and Sixth Cir (1989). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1988) and Point Park University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations National Employment Lawyers Association Allegheny County, Pennsylvania Academy of Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Samuel John Cordes is a lawyer practicing employment discrimination, labor law, employment law and 2 other areas of law
  • Samuel John received a B.A. degree from Point Park University in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Samuel John practices at Samuel J. Cordes & Associates in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Samuel John Cordes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Samuel John Cordes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

Samuel John Cordes is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Samuel John Cordes is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 Samuel John Cordes

Where is Samuel John Cordes's law office located?
Samuel John Cordes's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Samuel J. Cordes & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Samuel John Cordes handle?
Samuel John Cordes focuses on discrimination, employment, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Samuel John Cordes practiced law?
Samuel John Cordes has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Samuel John Cordes go to law school?
Samuel John Cordes earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Samuel John Cordes for a consultation?
You can contact Samuel John Cordes 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 Samuel John Cordes received?
Samuel John Cordes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1988
B.A.
Point Park University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1988
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third and Sixth Cir
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1998

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