James H. Norris

Biography

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

Mr. Norris received his B.A. from Washington & Jefferson College in 1975, and his J.D. from the Duquesne University School of Law in 1978.

Born and raised in the Pittsburgh region, Mr. Norris 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.

• Handles application, complaint and rate proceedings involving public utilities.

• 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.

Professional Affiliations

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

Community Activities

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