Experienced business and entertainment lawyer redefining legal services
“I work with passionate entrepreneurs, business owners, and visionaries to help them bring their ideas and plans to life by taking the complexity out of business and the law. I solve problems, period. I DO NOT work with people who place a low value on kindness, decency, or integrity in business.”
Mr. Cozza is the founder of the Law Office of Rocco E. Cozza and has been practicing law since 2003. During this time, he has advised businesses and business owners on appropriate entity formations, contract drafting, commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, employment matters, HR policy creation, intellectual property matters, as well as provided general business consulting and litigation services in various industries.
Mr. Cozza has also represented property owners and investors in residential and commercial real estate acquisitions, lease preparation and negotiations, property holding company structuring, as well as providing general real estate consulting services.
Mr. Cozza also represents entertainers, athletes, artists, and musicians in all aspects of their career and acts as their business manager through his affiliated entity, The Cozza Company. In this role, he provides advice and counsel to help his clients find revenue-generating opportunities that are in-line with their personal brand.
Mr. Cozza also works with individuals in preparing asset protection and business succession plans.
Mr. Cozza earned his J.D. from Duquesne University School of Law, where he was a Recent Decisions Editor for the Duquesne Law Review. He received an M.B.A. in applied business from Waynesburg University and his undergraduate degree in psychology from Washington & Jefferson College. Mr. Cozza is a licensed PA Title Agent and co-founder of 24-7 Settlement Services, LLC.
In addition to practicing law, Mr. Cozza is a frequent speaker at conferences where he speaks on the topic of leadership, motivation, and the art of kindness in business. In January 2019, he stepped on a TEDx stage to share his talk called “Radical Kindness: Why the Unbillable Hour Matters Most in Business.” Mr. Cozza sits on various non-profit boards and is currently the President of the Board of Directors of Alpha House, Inc., a behavioral rehabilitation center located in Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cozza Law Group PLLC
651 Holiday Drive
Suite 400
Pittsburgh, PA, 15220
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WV | Active | 2004 | 12/11/2020 |
PA | Active | 2003 | 01/02/2021 |
Legal answers | 221 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2017 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2016 |
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star | Superlawyers | 2015 |
Top Contributor | Avvo | 2014 |
Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2014 |
Associate Recent Decisions Editor | Duquesne Law Review | 2002 |
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Law Review | Duquesne University School of Law | 2001 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Law Office of Rocco E. Cozza | 2013 - Present |
General Counsel | Company Confidential | 2004 - Present |
Associate | Littler Mendelson | 2003 - 2004 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Pennsylvania Bar Association | Member | 2003 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member | N/A |
American Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Association of Corporate Counsel | Member | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Duquesne Law Review | Does the Theory of Disparate Impact Liability Apply in Cases Arising Under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act?: A Question of Interpretation | 2003 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Waynesburg College | MBA - Master of Business Administration | 2008 |
Duquesne University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2003 |
Washington and Jefferson College | BA | 1999 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Duquesne University Leadership Program | The Structure of the Legal Environment in Business | 2008 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Advising on investment in Technology Start up | Client made investment and has realized a substantial return |
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Patrick Murray, Corporate and incorporation Attorney on Feb 5, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Rocco is an experienced lawyer who is great at finding practical solutions to real world issues for his clients.
Jonathan Stewart, Corporate and incorporation Attorney on Feb 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Great attorney who both knows his "stuff" and realizes how to effectively communicate it with his clients. I am very picky about where I refer my corporate clientele, but never reluctant to send it in Rocco's direction.
Julian Neiser, Business Attorney on Mar 6, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Rocco is an oustanding attorney with a wide range of experience. Highly recommended.
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community.
I went to law school with Rocco years ago at Duquesne University. He was a sharp guy then and he still is today! I would not hesitate to refer clients and friends to him for legal advise in the greater Pittsburgh area!
I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.
I endorse this lawyer. Rocco is a sharp witted, outside-the-box thinker who brings these attributes to the table for his clients' benefit.
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cozza is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients.
John O'Brien, Business Attorney on May 30, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
I endorse this lawyer.
Jordan Shuber, Corporate and incorporation Attorney on May 16, 2014
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Rocco is one of the top corporate advocates in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area. What sets Rocco apart from other attorneys is his willingness to both help your business with whatever legal matters it may be facing, and help you make the best decisions for the overall growth of your company. I fully support and highly recommend Attorney Cozza for your business whether small or large.
I endorse this lawyer.
Matthew Gailey, Business Attorney on May 14, 2014
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I endorse this attorney. Rocco Cozza stands at the top of his field when it comes to business and corporate law. Mr. Cozza is not only keenly aware of the state of the law, he is also intimately familiar with the practical issues that businesses face. Mr. Cozza's legal acumen, knowledge, and work ethic make him an excellent attorney.
Marla Presley, Corporate and incorporation Attorney on May 13, 2014
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Rocco is an exceptionally smart and talented lawyer. He is dynamic, determined, and extremely proficient. I highly recommend him.
Jonathan Stewart, Corporate and incorporation Attorney on Feb 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Great attorney who both knows his "stuff" and realizes how to effectively communicate it with his clients. I am very picky about where I refer my corporate clientele, but never reluctant to send it in Rocco's direction.
Christopher Thomas, Corporate and incorporation Attorney on Feb 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. He is a highly skilled advocate!
Patrick Murray, Corporate and incorporation Attorney on Feb 5, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Rocco is an experienced lawyer who is great at finding practical solutions to real world issues for his clients.
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