About Maria
Maria Greco Danaher: Experienced Employment Law Attorney in Pittsburgh
Maria Greco Danaher is a distinguished attorney with over two decades of experience in employment law, specializing in representing management in labor relations and employment litigation. With her expertise and vast professional background, Maria provides comprehensive counsel to human resource departments and corporate management across various industries.
Introduction
Maria Greco Danaher is a seasoned attorney based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Her journey began at the feet of a Fortune 100 company where she served as in-house litigation counsel overseeing complex legal matters spanning over twenty domestic locations. This experience provided her with invaluable insights into managing large-scale litigation efforts and internal management protocols.
Practice Areas
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Management Representation in Labor Relations and Employment Litigation
- Human Resource Department Counseling and Training
- Formulation and Drafting of Corporate Employment Policies and Procedures
- Training and Counseling on Workplace Violence Avoidance and Cultural Diversity Issues
- Instruction in Trial Tactics and Procedures for Attorneys through the National Institute for Trial Advocacy and In-House Programs
Educational Background
Maria Greco Danaher received her law degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where she demonstrated exceptional academic merit. Throughout her professional career, she has maintained a strong commitment to staying updated with industry developments and advancements.
Professional Affiliations
- Firms:Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC (current)
- Affiliations:Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2008; Certified Specialist by the State Bar of Pennsylvania - Labor and Employment Law; Member of the Pittsburgh Bar Association
Professional Achievements and Recognitions
Maria Greco Danaher has achieved recognition for her expertise in multiple legal areas, including Commercial Litigation, Employment Law – Management, Labor Law – Management, and Litigation – Labor and Employment. She has been recognized by Martindale-Hubbell with a rating of AV (its highest), and named as a Super Lawyer annually since 1999.
Publications
Maria Greco Danaher regularly contributes to HR News, a monthly publication of the Society for Human Resource Management. She is also an advisor for You & the Law, published by the National Institute of Business Management. Additionally, she presents continuing legal education programs for Pennsylvania Bar Institute and serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.
Additional Roles
Maria Greco Danaher has served in a neutral capacity for the local federal court’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program, drafting the relevant local rule. She continues to provide legal guidance and training on dispute resolution procedures and facilitative communication.
Practice Areas
Case History
Professional Affiliations
Awards & Recognition
- Recognized: Commercial Litigation
- Recognized: Employment Law - Management
- Recognized: Labor Law - Management
- Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Special Focus: Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Special Focus: Arbitration and Mediation
- Special Focus: Civil Litigation
- Special Focus: Defendants
- Special Focus: Defense
- Special Focus: Health Care
- Special Focus: Labor and Employment
- Special Focus: Litigation
- Special Focus: Management
- Special Focus: State and Federal
- Rated AV (its highest rating) by Martindale-Hubbell
- Pennsylvania Super Lawyer (yearly since 1999)