Margaret S. Coleman, Esquire
Experienced advocate for employment discrimination and civil rights.
Areas of Legal Expertise
Employment Discrimination
Maggie is experienced in every aspect of employment discrimination matters, securing some of the largest settlements and verdicts in the history of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in state and federal court.
Civil Rights Litigation
Maggie is experienced in every aspect of civil rights matters, and has led the way in issues such as non-consensual drug testing, improper SWAT team use, excessive force, and unconstitutional prison conditions.
Extensive Trial and Appellate Experience
Proven Track Record
Tried numerous cases to verdict throughout Pennsylvania.
Appellate Advocacy
Argued before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court and the Third Circuit Court of Appeals.
Professional Affiliations and Recognition
Academy of Trial Lawyers
Elected member of the prestigious Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County.
Board of Directors
Serves on the Board of Directors for the Pennsylvania Institutional Law Project and Neighborhood Legal Services Association.
A History of Advocacy: From Non-Profit to Private Practice
1Community Justice Project
Worked as a Staff Attorney for the Community Justice Project, representing low-income Pennsylvanians.
2Private Practice Since 2012
Dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation to individuals and families.
Academics
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
J.D., cum laude
Indiana University, Bloomington
B.A., Sociology/ Theater and Drama
Bar Admissions
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Pennsylvania
Professional Memberships: Committed to the Legal Community
Academy of Trial Lawyers
Allegheny County Bar Association
National Employment Lawyers Association
Western Pennsylvania Employment Lawyers Association
National Police Accountability Project
A Pittsburgh Native: Rooted in the Community
Maggie is a native Pittsburgher and a graduate of Taylor Allderdice High School. She is deeply committed to serving the legal needs of the local community.
Contact Margaret S. Coleman at maggie@ocwjustice.com
Dedicated to protecting your rights and fighting for a fair outcome in employment discrimination and civil rights cases. If you believe your rights have been violated, don’t hesitate to seek experienced legal representation. Contact Margaret S. Coleman for a confidential consultation.
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Fighting employment discrimination and constitutional violations for over 40 years.
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