Steven G. Bardsley, Esq.
Attorney, Mediator, Arbitrator
Berwyn, Pennsylvania
Bardsley Law, LLC - Partner
Attorney, Mediator, Arbitrator
Founding Partner, Bardsley Law, LLC, 2022 - present; Founding Partner, Bardsley Benedict + Cholden LLP, 2018-2021; Partner in Charge Pennsylvania Office, Hoagland Longo Moran Dunst & Doukas, 1993-2018; Partner, Powell Trachtman Logan Carrle & Lombardo P.C.; Environmental/Civil Engineer, Clayton Environmental Consultants, 1988-1990.
A civil trial lawyer for over 25 years that has developed extensive experience in multiple practice areas, with recognized skill in professional liability, environmental law, and construction law. Handles cases before state and federal courts or in arbitration forums, primary focus is always on solving client problems in the most efficient and ethical manner.<br/><br/>A proven track record of skillfully handling a wide range of construction matters including residential construction disputes, design and construction defects, environmental hazards, building collapse, and work delays. Practice also includes general liability defense, as well as the defense of various professionals in the legal and financial industries. Achieved positive results for clients in all manner of cases, from slip-and-fall personal injury cases to multi-million dollar claims related to environmental contamination, fire, catastrophic personal injury, and death.<br/> <br/>Counsels clients on tactics to avoid problems that can arise during construction projects, and prepares, negotiates, and reviews contract documents with a keen eye toward minimizing future liability. Regularly invited to share expertise with construction trade organizations and professional societies on construction-related matters.
Primarily focused, as a litigator who has successfully brought hundreds of cases to resolution, on solving client problems in the most efficient and ethical manner, and brings that same practical problem-solving approach to the mediation process. Fluent in construction law, and in the construction process, because understanding the role of each project participant and how they depend on each other is critical. Understands the costs, risks and tactics of trial and private arbitration. Encourages the parties to proactively and realistically assess their risks, creates a meaningful, productive and positive dialogue, and tenaciously drives toward a mutually acceptable resolution. Believes in the importance of fairness in the process and dignity in the outcome.
Pace University (JD, Certificate in Environmental Law-1993); Wilkes University (BS, Environmental and Civil Engineering, Minor in Physics-1988).
Admitted to the Bar: Pennsylvania (1993), New Jersey (1993); New York (2021); U.S. District Court: Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania, District of New Jersey; U.S. Supreme Court (2015).
American Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee; Pennsylvania Bar Association; Legal Counsel Forum for the American Council of Engineering Companies; Society of American Registered Architects; Fellow, Construction Lawyers Society of America; Society of American Registered Architects; Member, Diversity Law Institute, Member, Trial Law Institute; Judge Pro Tempore, First Judicial District of Pennsylvania; Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee, The Claims and Litigation Management Alliance.
University of Pennsylvania “Professional Practice” Lecturer; Speaker, MC Consultants Tri-State Region Construction Litigation Seminar; Speaker, The Construction Specification Institute; Published Case Study on Double Death Construction Case, National Conference of Design Professionals Risk Control Group; Speaker, American Counsel of Engineering Companies Annual Meeting; Speaker, New Jersey Water Association; Lecturer, Lorman Education Services.
$475 Per Hour
English
United States of America
Berwyn, PA
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