Henry M. Sneath, Esq. - Pittsburgh, PA

A Premier Trial Lawyer for High-Stakes Business and IP Litigation

Henry M. Sneath is a nationally recognized trial attorney and a Director at Houston Harbaugh, P.C., a prominent Pittsburgh law firm. As the Chair of the firm's Intellectual Property Practice and Co-Chair of its Litigation Group, Mr. Sneath brings a formidable depth of experience to the most complex legal challenges facing businesses today. With over 95 cases tried to verdict in federal and state courts, he is a seasoned litigator known for his strategic and aggressive advocacy. His practice is built on a foundation of handling 'bet-the-company' cases, providing sophisticated counsel to clients ranging from local entities to international corporations in matters of intellectual property, commercial disputes, and cybersecurity.

Core Practice Areas: A Focus on Complex Litigation

Mr. Sneath's practice is concentrated on high-stakes litigation where deep legal knowledge and courtroom prowess are paramount. He is a trusted advisor and a powerful advocate in several critical fields.

Financial and IP Lawyers

As a registered patent attorney and the head of the firm's IP group, Mr. Sneath provides comprehensive protection and enforcement for intellectual assets.

• Patent Attorneys: Handling complex patent infringement and invalidity litigation, with extensive experience in the specialized Local Patent Rules of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.
• Trademark Lawyers: Litigating trademark infringement, Lanham Act claims, and unfair competition cases.
• Copyright Lawyers: Representing clients in copyright infringement litigation and protection matters.
• Trade Secret Law: A leading practitioner in trade secret misappropriation claims under the federal Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA).

Business and Real Estate Lawyers

Mr. Sneath is a go-to litigator for significant business-to-business disputes.

• Business Litigation Lawyers: Representing clients in breach of contract, corporate governance issues, shareholder disputes, and other complex commercial conflicts.
• Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence (AI): Advising and litigating on issues of data breach, cyber security, and emerging legal challenges related to Artificial Intelligence.

Mediation, Arbitration, and ADR

As a Federal Court-appointed Special Master, Mediator, and Early Neutral, and with certification from the Harvard Law School Program on Negotiation, Mr. Sneath is also a respected neutral, helping parties resolve complex disputes outside of traditional litigation.

A Career Distinguished by National Recognition

Mr. Sneath's excellence as a trial lawyer is consistently recognized by the nation's most prestigious legal rating organizations. He has been named in The Best Lawyers in America® in six categories and was honored as the 2026 'Lawyer of the Year' in Pittsburgh for Patent Litigation. He has been selected to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers® list annually since 2005, frequently appearing on the 'Top 50 in Pittsburgh' list. He also holds the highest possible AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell for legal ability and ethical standards, solidifying his reputation as a leader in the legal community.