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Business & Corporate Law

Poerio & Walter offers strategic legal counsel to businesses at every stage, from formation through growth, restructuring, and succession. Our business and corporate law practice is built around providing practical, forward-thinking advice.

We assist with entity formation, contract drafting and negotiation, mergers and acquisitions, franchising, intellectual property matters, and strategic planning. Our attorneys understand the intersection of legal risk and business decision-making.

Clients value our ability to provide clear guidance that supports sound business operations while mitigating legal exposure.

We advise closely held businesses, corporate leaders, and entrepreneurs on the legal issues that shape growth, stability, and succession. Our services include business formation, shareholder and partnership agreements, contract negotiation, strategic planning, and dispute resolution.

When conflicts arise—whether involving contracts, ownership interests, or commercial transactions—we provide measured litigation support designed to protect enterprise value and business relationships wherever possible.

Our business clients value having counsel who understands operational realities as well as legal risk. We focus on clear guidance, disciplined drafting, and forward-looking strategies that position companies for long-term success while reducing avoidable exposure.


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Schedule a confidential consultation with a Poerio & Walter attorney to discuss your matter, evaluate next steps, and determine the most effective path forward. Our team works directly with employers, insurers, and businesses to provide clear guidance and practical defense strategies.

Other Services

Workers’ Compensation Defense

Defense of employers, insurers, and self-insured entities in Pennsylvania workers’ compensation claims, including litigation, appeals, and cost-containment strategies.

Insurance Defense Litigation

Defense of insurers and insureds in matters involving: General liability Automobile liability Premises liability Property damage Construction-related claims Casualty and coverage disputes

Employment Law (Employer Defense)

Defense of employers in: Wrongful termination Discrimination and harassment claims Employment litigation Workplace compliance counseling

Business & Corporate Law

Legal support for businesses including: Entity formation Contracts and transactions Strategic business counseling Franchising and intellectual property matters

Claim Auditing Services

Claims review and audit services designed to reduce exposure, manage reserves, and improve claims handling outcomes for employers and insurers.

Unemployment Compensation Defense

Representation of employers in unemployment compensation claims, hearings, and appeals.

Subrogation & Recoveries

Pursuit of recoveries on behalf of insurers and employers, including workers’ compensation subrogation, property loss recovery, auto claims, and collections.

ERISA & Employee Benefits Litigation

Counseling and litigation involving employee benefit plans, including disability, pension, and ERISA-governed disputes.

Commercial & Business Litigation

Representation of businesses in contract disputes, commercial litigation, construction litigation, and corporate conflicts.

Federal Black Lung Defense

National defense of coal mine operators and insurers in Federal Black Lung Benefits Act claims.

Heart & Lung Act Claims

Defense of municipalities and public employers in Heart and Lung Act litigation.

Estate Planning & Probate

Wills, trusts, estate administration, and probate matters, particularly for business owners and families.