Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC – Pittsburgh, PA

A Legacy of Legal Excellence Since 1864

Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC is a full-service, super-regional law firm with a distinguished history and a strong presence in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1864, the firm has grown from its historic roots to become a modern legal powerhouse, serving local, regional, national, and international businesses. For over 160 years, Spilman has been dedicated to a client-first philosophy, building lasting partnerships by providing innovative, business-driven solutions. The firm’s approach erases the boundaries of a traditional law practice, encouraging its attorneys to think like business partners, not just legal advisors. This commitment to delivering a uniquely different and personalized law firm experience ensures that clients receive a higher return on their relationship, making it simple and effective to do business with a team that is selfless, hands-on, and relentlessly collaborative.

Comprehensive Legal Services for Modern Business

The attorneys at Spilman Thomas & Battle in Pittsburgh offer a vast and sophisticated array of legal services, addressing the complex needs of a diverse clientele across numerous industries. The firm is consistently recognized for its excellence by prestigious rankings such as ‘Best Law Firms’ by Best Lawyers.

• Business and Real Estate Lawyers: This is a core strength of the firm, providing expert counsel in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial litigation. They assist with Business Formations, complex contract negotiations, and all aspects of Commercial and Residential Real Estate transactions.
• Employment and Labor Lawyers: The firm offers robust defense and counsel to management on a wide range of labor and employment issues, including Workplace Discrimination, Harassment, Wrongful Termination, and Wage and Hour disputes.
• Financial and IP Lawyers: Spilman provides comprehensive services for the financial industry, including banking law and representation from skilled Bankruptcy Lawyers and Tax Lawyers. Their Intellectual Property team protects client innovations through the work of Patent Attorneys and Trademark Lawyers.
• Construction and Energy Law: The firm has deep experience in construction law, representing clients in litigation and contract matters. They are also leaders in the energy sector, handling complex regulatory and transactional issues for natural resources companies.
• Wills, Estate Planning and Probate Lawyers: The firm’s trusts and estates group provides sophisticated planning for individuals and families, helping clients with wills, trusts, and the complexities of probate administration to protect their legacies.

A Commitment to Partnership and Community

Spilman’s enduring success is built on its dedication to client partnerships and community service. The firm’s attorneys are not only leaders in the legal profession but are also deeply engaged in their communities, serving as civic leaders and volunteers. This commitment to service is also reflected in their pro bono work, for which they have been recognized. By offering flexible fee arrangements and maintaining a highly responsive and accessible team, the firm ensures that clients receive value that goes beyond the billable hour.

A Tradition of Acclaimed Legal Talent

The excellence of Spilman’s attorneys is consistently recognized by their peers and the legal industry’s most respected rating services. Many of the firm’s lawyers are selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers, with several receiving the prestigious ‘Lawyer of the Year’ distinction. These accolades affirm the firm’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of legal skill and professionalism for their clients in Pittsburgh and beyond.