Hardin Thompson PC - Pittsburgh, PA

Strategic Defense Litigation for Businesses and Insurers

Hardin Thompson PC is a national civil litigation defense firm with a strong presence in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, dedicated to representing businesses, insurance carriers, and professionals. Founded in 2013, the firm was built on a modern, client-centric model that prioritizes responsiveness, efficiency, and results. The attorneys at Hardin Thompson serve as trusted partners to their clients, providing sophisticated legal counsel and aggressive advocacy to protect their interests. They combine the resources and reach of a large national firm with the agility and personalized attention of a boutique practice. The firm's core philosophy is to understand each client's business and objectives thoroughly, allowing them to develop tailored strategies aimed at achieving the most favorable and cost-effective resolution, whether through early negotiation, alternative dispute resolution, or trial.

A Comprehensive Suite of Defense Services

The legal team at Hardin Thompson offers a broad spectrum of expertise in key areas of civil defense litigation. Their multidisciplinary approach ensures that clients receive knowledgeable representation for a wide range of complex legal challenges, from routine disputes to high-stakes litigation.

• Business and Real Estate Lawyers: The firm is a formidable advocate for companies involved in commercial disputes. Their Business Litigation Lawyers handle complex matters such as contract disputes, shareholder disagreements, and other business torts, protecting the financial and operational integrity of their clients.
• Employment and Labor Lawyers: Hardin Thompson provides robust defense for employers facing a variety of workplace claims. They represent management in cases alleging Workplace Discrimination, Harassment, Wrongful Termination, and Wage and Hour violations, helping businesses navigate the complexities of state and federal employment laws.
• Construction and General Liability: The firm has extensive experience defending contractors, developers, property owners, and design professionals in construction defect and injury claims. They also manage a wide array of general liability cases, defending insureds and self-insured companies against premises liability and personal injury claims.
• Professional Liability Defense: They provide skilled defense for professionals, including lawyers, accountants, architects, and engineers, who are facing malpractice or negligence claims, protecting their reputations and careers.
• Insurance Coverage and Defense: A cornerstone of their practice, the firm represents national and international insurance carriers in complex coverage disputes and provides defense for their policyholders across a multitude of liability claims.

A Partnership-Driven Approach

What distinguishes Hardin Thompson is their commitment to building lasting relationships with their clients. They function as an extension of their clients' teams, offering proactive advice and strategic guidance to mitigate risk before it escalates into litigation. The firm's attorneys are recognized by their peers for their legal acumen and professionalism, with many having been selected to the Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. This combination of top-tier legal talent, a client-first service model, and a deep understanding of the industries they serve makes Hardin Thompson a trusted legal defender for businesses in Pittsburgh and across the nation.