Stephanie Solomon is a trial attorney and Member in the Litigation Group, focusing her work on commercial general liability and professional liability litigation. She also currently serves as Co-Chair of the Firm’s Retail and Hospitality Group and current chair of the Pennsylvania Defense Institute’s General Liability Committee.Over her years in practice, Stephanie has represented designers, manufacturers, suppliers and retailers in product liability actions including heavy machinery, hand and power tools, food products, chemicals, recreational equipment, and other consumer goods. A large portion of Stephanie’s practice is devoted to defending cases that involve complex accidents and catastrophic injuries. Stephanie is experienced in all facets of insurance defense, including medical malpractice, premises liability, liquor liability, and employment law, impacting a wide range of clients including trucking companies, urgent care centers, municipalities and restaurants. She also advises clients on the best available insurance policies and coverage for cybersecurity-related risks and liabilities.Stephanie received her Juris Doctor from Duquesne University. During law school, she was a staff member of the Duquesne Law Review and worked as a clerk for the law department of the City of Pittsburgh. She also served as a research and teaching assistant, as well as a volunteer for the law school’s Low Income Tax Clinic. Stephanie also received her Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and journalism, cum laude, from Duquesne, where she was a contributing writer and editor for the Duquesne Duke Newspaper.

Researched and updated background of student assignmentsHeld conferences with students to assist in bettering their legal research and writing skillsAssisted in the organization and running of oral argument competition

Researched and drafted legal memoranda in areas of law, including: governmental immunity, personal injury, workers' compensation, tort law, employment discrimination, civil rights, and civil procedurePrepared pleadings, including: complaints, answers, motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, motions to compel, motions for protective orders, and briefs in support thereofParticipated in court proceedings, including: depositions, jury selection, settlement negotiations, and oral arguments

Researched and updated class curricula Developed Powerpoint slides for Securities Arbitration Clinic and Low Income Tax ClinicDrafted Newsletters concerning Securities News and the Clinic's accomplishmentsLow Income Tax Clinic, Student Attorney, (August 2007-December 2007)Performed basic advocacy in short term cases by assisting individuals in resolving their disputes with the Internal Revenue ServiceDrafted Petition to Tax CourtConducted client intake interviews and updated file