James H. Norris

Of Counsel
D: (412) 227-0281
F: (412) 281-8264
E: jnorris@smgglaw.com
James H. Norris

James Norris is Of Counsel with Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky. An experienced commercial litigator, Mr. Norris has represented clients in contract, fraud, insurance coverage, and construction matters. He advises clients in business and employment matters, including hiring and discharge practices and discrimination prevention and defense. He also advises clients in municipal law and nonprofit matters.

Born and raised in the Pittsburgh region, James is a seasoned attorney with a solid reputation amongst local businesses and government organizations.

Experience and Representative Matters

  • Represents client in various commercial disputes in the courts, arbitration, and mediation.
  • Provides counseling on a wide range of employment matters, including hiring and discharge practices, the prevention and defense of discrimination claims, and reducing workers’ compensation costs.
  • Has served as a neutral arbitrator in private arbitration proceedings.
  • Handles application, complaint, and rate proceedings involving public utilities.

Professional Affiliations

  • Allegheny Regional Asset District, Chief Counsel
  • The Academy Schools, General Counsel
  • Allegheny County Bar Association
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association
    • Administrative Law Section, past Chair
    • Sports, Entertainment and Art Law Committee

Community Activities

  • University of Pittsburgh School of Law, past Adjunct Professor
  • La Roche College, past Guest Lecturer
  • Epilepsy Association of Western Pennsylvania, Former Board Member
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