About Alan
Alan S. Baum: Experienced Health Care Litigation Attorney in Pittsburgh, PA
Mr. Alan S. Baum is a Founding Member and President of Baum O’Connor Cullen Chmiel. For over four decades, he has focused his legal practice on the representation of physicians, nursing homes, and other healthcare providers, particularly in defending medical malpractice lawsuits and related contract and employment litigation.
Practice Areas
- Commercial Litigation
- Health Care Law
- Litigation - Health Care
- Litigation - Insurance
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Education & Credentials
- Firms: Baum O’Connor Cullen Chmiel
- Affiliations: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2019
- Universities: Ohio Northern University, Syracuse University
- Languages:
- Became a licensed attorney by the State Bar of Pennsylvania in 1986.
Awards
- Recognized: Commercial Litigation, Best Attorney USA (2019)
- Recognized: Health Care Law, Best Attorney USA (2019)
- Recognized: Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants, Best Attorney USA (2019)
- Recognized: Litigation - Health Care, Best Attorney USA (2019)
- Recognized: Litigation - Insurance, Best Attorney USA (2019)
- Recognized: Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Best Attorney USA (2019)
Mr. Baum is a highly regarded attorney in the legal community, recognized for his extensive experience and expertise in healthcare litigation and defense. He has tried over 100 cases throughout Western and Central Pennsylvania, offering clients personalized attention to their unique needs.
He specializes in defending medical providers in malpractice and related lawsuits, including wrongful discharge, breach of contract, and defamation claims, both in state and federal courts as well as alternative dispute resolution forums. His deep understanding of the healthcare industry allows him to provide valuable counsel and support to his clients during challenging times.
