Stevens & Lee - Allentown, PA

Full-Service National Legal Powerhouse in Allentown and the Lehigh Valley

In an increasingly fast-paced and heavily regulated business climate, resolving high-stakes transactions and complex litigation requires exceptional legal capabilities. Stevens and Lee, located in downtown Allentown, Pennsylvania, provides elite-level legal advocacy combined with strategic, industry-focused counsel. Established in 1928, Stevens and Lee has grown into one of the country's 250 largest law firms, employing over one hundred and ninety highly skilled lawyers across eighteen offices in the Mid-Atlantic and beyond. Whether your corporation needs to find a real estate attorney for a major commercial development, hire an employment lawyer to handle complex labor disputes, or secure top-tier representation for white-collar defense, our multidisciplinary platform is built to deliver outstanding results.

As the cornerstone of The Stevens and Lee Companies, our unique multidisciplinary professional services platform allows clients to access seamless, coordinated legal, financial, investment banking, and public affairs advisory under one umbrella. This integrated approach ensures that your legal strategies are always perfectly aligned with your commercial and financial objectives.

Elite Corporate, M and A, and Financial Transactions

Stevens and Lee is widely recognized for handling some of the most complex corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and capital market ventures in the region. We represent publicly held companies, private enterprises, investment banks, and private equity funds across diverse industries, including healthcare, banking, utilities, and technology. Our transactional lawyers guide clients through every stage of the business lifecycle, specializing in corporate governance, compliance, intellectual property protection, and business formation. By partnering closely with our clients, we help them manage operational risk, structure tax-efficient deals, and pursue strategic growth with absolute confidence.

Trial-Tested Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution

When legal conflicts arise, having a powerful, trial-ready advocate is crucial. Stevens and Lee's commercial litigation department regularly handles high-value, multi-party disputes in state and federal courts, administrative tribunals, and international arbitrations. We defend and prosecute complex claims involving contract breaches, antitrust and unfair competition, shareholder disputes, intellectual property infringements, and class action lawsuits. Our litigation strategy is always focused on achieving efficient, business-minded results, but we possess the deep resources and courtroom experience to aggressively litigate to protect our clients' interests.

Comprehensive Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Advocacy

Navigating the complex landscape of labor and employment regulations is a constant priority for modern employers. Our labor and employment group represents management in collective bargaining, union organizing campaigns, wage and hour compliance, and workplace safety audits. We defend businesses against claims of discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination, helping clients implement proactive risk management strategies through sound employee handbooks, training, and operational compliance. Additionally, we provide sophisticated counsel on employee benefits, ERISA litigation, and ESOP strategies to help businesses attract and retain top talent.

Sophisticated Commercial Real Estate, Land Use, and Zoning

The Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton corridor, collectively known as the Lehigh Valley, is experiencing rapid growth, making real estate transactions and development projects highly lucrative yet legally complex. Our real estate and municipal department assists developers, institutional lenders, and public authorities with the acquisition, sale, financing, leasing, and development of major commercial assets, including large-scale warehousing, data centers, and multi-use facilities. Our zoning and land-use attorneys work closely with municipal officials to secure necessary variances, entitlements, and environmental compliance, ensuring that your development goals are reached smoothly and cost-effectively.

Why Partner with Stevens and Lee"

• National Capability, Local Presence: Enjoy access to the massive resources, deep practice specialties, and national footprint of an AMLAW-ranked firm, delivered by local lawyers who live in and understand the Lehigh Valley landscape.
• Unique Multidisciplinary Platform: Connect legal strategies with sophisticated financial, investment banking, tax, and government relations services through our coordinated platform.
• Elite Peer Recognition: Our attorneys are consistently recognized by Chambers USA, Best Law Firms, and The Best Lawyers in America across over forty practice areas.
• Unwavering Client Commitment: We focus on understanding our clients' industries, providing practical, research-driven counsel that moves businesses forward.