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Domenic A. Bellisario
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Biography
Attorney Bellisario received his undergraduate degree, summa cum laude, from the University of Pittsburgh in 1975 and obtained his law degree, magna cum laude, from its School of Law in 1978. His practice focuses on helping clients navigate through the complexities of labor and employment law, personal injury law, workers' compensation, social security disability, and immigration. With over 37 years of experience, Attorney Bellisario has handled thousands of matters for his clients. He holds the highest Martindale-Hubbell® rating of AV Preeminent which is an objective indicator of a lawyer's high ethical standards and professional ability based on the evaluation of other lawyers. He has also been named to the Pensylvania Super Lawyers list in the area of Labor & Employment Law.
Attorney Bellisario is frequently called upon to teach other lawyers and conduct continuing legal education courses. He is certified as an Arbitrator and Early Neutral Evaluator for the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania and serves as an Arbititrator for trhe American Arbitration Association.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
50%
48 years
Personal Injury
20%
41 years
Social Security & Disability
20%
21 years
Probate
5%
41 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-350 per hour
Contingency
25%-33%
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 47 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Domenic A. Bellisario
310 Grant St Ste 1302, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219-2229
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Posted by Teresa | April 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Excellent Attorney
Dominic Bellisario took the time to listen to my case. He was extremely knowledgeable when pursuing a case with the NRLB and the EEOC. He was respectful and kept me up to date and informed me every step of the way. He was professional, curtious and most of all prepared. I could not have had a bette...
Domenic A. Bellisario's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Domenic Bellisario is a veteran attorney with one of the best reputations in Pittsburgh. I have been referring cases to Domenic for over 30 years now and the clients I refer to him are always satisfied. He specializes in Social Security Law, Disability, and Employment Discrimination. He is responsive and always there to talk to. I fully endorse Domenic Bellisario."
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Experience
Honors
2019
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2004
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
1990 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Domenic A. Bellisario
1986 - 1989
Human Resource Counsel, Western Reserve Care System
1984 - 1990
Attorney, Bellisario & Pontier
1978 - 1984
Trial Attorney, National Labor Relations Board
Associations
Allegheny County Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
American Arbitration Association
Member
National Organization of Social Security Representatives
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Peterson v. Northrop Grumman Sys. Corp., 2014 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 128631
Attorney Bellisario successful in having claim against his client union dismissed
Hedrick v. W. Reserve Care Sys., 355 F.3d 444
Attorney Bellisario was successful in havIng the discrimination lawsuit filed against his employer client dismissed
Goosby v. Johnson & Johnson, 228 F.3d 313
Attorney Bellisario successfully represented his employee client in her race discrimination claim.
Education
1978
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Successfully Litigating Employment Discrimination
Employment Discrimination
2012
Social Security Disability Bootcamp
Social Security Disability Law
2011
Employment Discrimination Law
Employment Discrimination
2006
Protecting Your Company from Illegal Hiring and Termination Suits
Employment Law
2003
Hiring and Firing in Pennsylvania
Employment Law
2002
Employment Law Update
Employment Law
2001
Pennsylvania Wage and Hour Update
Wage and Hour Law
2001
Employee Privacy/Confidentiality
Employment Law
2000
Employment Litigation in Pennsylvania - Challenges and Solutions
Employment Law
1999
Basic Wage and Hour Law in Pennsyvania
Wage and Hour Law
1998
Basic Wage and Hour Law in Pennsylvania
Wage and Hour Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers