Atty. Thomas A. Pendleton

Atty. Thomas A. Pendleton

Thomas A. Pendleton is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, corporate law, business transactions and 3 other areas of law.

Erie Erie 33 Years Experience 33 year
Call (814) 923-5005

Profile Summary

About Thomas A. Pendleton at a glance

Thomas A. Pendleton is a Partner based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at MacDonald, Illig, Jones & Britton LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, trade secrets, litigation, and energy. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1993), U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1993), Pennsylvania Supreme Court (1993), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1997). Educated at Vanderbilt University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Allegheny College (B.S., 1987). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serves clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas A. Pendleton is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, corporate law, business transactions and 3 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from Allegheny College in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Thomas practices at MacDonald, Illig, Jones & Britton LLP in Erie, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas A. Pendleton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas A. Pendleton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Trade Secrets

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Civil Litigation

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Energy & Utilities Law

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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 Erie 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas A. Pendleton

Where is Thomas A. Pendleton's law office located?
Thomas A. Pendleton's law practice is located in Erie, Pennsylvania. The firm is MacDonald, Illig, Jones & Britton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas A. Pendleton handle?
Thomas A. Pendleton focuses on contracts, business, trade secrets, litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Thomas A. Pendleton practiced law?
Thomas A. Pendleton has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Thomas A. Pendleton go to law school?
Thomas A. Pendleton earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact Thomas A. Pendleton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas A. Pendleton received?
Thomas A. Pendleton's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University School of Law
- 1993
B.S.
Allegheny College
- 1987

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1993
Pennsylvania Supreme Court
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1997

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