Mary is an associate in Bernstein-Burkley’s Litigation practice group.
Focus:
Mary handles all phases of litigation, from inception through trial, including early and essential investigation, substantive motion practice and conducting depositions and mediations, and successful settlement negotiation. Her practice focuses on:
- Commercial Litigation
- General liability
- Bankruptcy Litigation
- Employment Litigation
- Whistleblower Litigation
Mary became a lawyer to help solve problems. She enjoys being a part of the solution and believes that true resolution of a dispute critically depends on a full understanding of the goals unique to each case.
She Represents:
Mary has represented healthcare delivery systems, nonprofit organizations, real estate developers and investors, and individuals in a variety of matters—including commercial litigation, employment discrimination, insurance, and professional liability. She has represented clients in matters involving:
- Breach of contract
- Breach of fiduciary duty
- Unfair competition
- Fraud and other business torts
- Premises actions
- Trade secret defense
- Professional malpractice matters
- Wrongful termination
- Wage and hour disputes
Background:
- University of Pittsburgh (B.A. Sociology and Political Science)
- President of the Sociology Students Association
- Editor in Chief of the Pitt Sociology Review
- University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D.)
- Lead Articles Editor of the Journal of Law and Commerce
- CALI Award: Conflicts of Law
Admissions:
- Pennsylvania State Bar
- United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania
- United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
Affiliations and Memberships:
- Pennsylvania Bar Association
- Allegheny County Bar Association
- Junior League of Pittsburgh
- Amen Corner
- Armenian Bar Association