Our municipal litigation attorneys advocate for municipalities and governmental units across Pennsylvania
We are dedicated to resolving disputes and securing optimal outcomes through comprehensive legal representation in federal and state courts, as well as before governmental agencies.
Comprehensive Municipal Litigation Services
Municipalities and governmental entities frequently face a wide array of legal challenges that require skilled litigation. Our attorneys have extensive experience handling trials, emergency hearings, appeals, and all pre-trial proceedings in various forums, including local hearing boards, boards of view, state administrative law judges, state hearing boards, trial courts, and appellate courts.
Key Municipal Litigation Areas
Our municipal litigation practice covers a broad spectrum of disputes, including but not limited to:
- Assessment and Enforcement of Municipal Liens
- Public Contracts and Bidding Process Disputes
- Civil Rights and Discrimination Claims
- Code Enforcement Proceedings
- Construction Defect, Delay, and Prompt Payment Act Claims
- Eminent Domain and Condemnation Proceedings
- Environmental Disputes and Appeals
- Independent Investigations of Employment Complaints
- Mandatory Injunctions
- Ordinance Challenges
- Public Utility Commission Matters
- Real Estate, Deed Covenant, and Easement Disputes
- Road Vacation Cases
- Zoning and Land Use Appeals
- Tax Assessment Appeals and Immunity Disputes
- Tort Claims
Specialized Legal Representation for Municipal Clients
High Swartz is frequently called upon by municipal clients for representation in complex land use disputes and code enforcement matters before state courts and administrative agencies. Our attorneys are adept at litigating development approval issues to ensure proper administration and application of relevant laws.
Local Counsel in Environmental and Land Use Law
Our firm serves as special counsel to municipalities in complex litigation involving environmental issues such as clean water, clean air, pipeline siting, floodplain management, and stormwater management. We offer practical and technical legal advice in drafting legislation and regulations, guiding municipalities through compliance with environmental laws.
Support for Zoning and Code Enforcement
High Swartz attorneys assist zoning and code enforcement officers in interpreting and applying building and general code provisions. We advise municipalities on enforcement options and represent them in enforcement actions and appeals.
Condemnation and Inverse Condemnation Proceedings
Our attorneys have significant experience representing political subdivisions in condemnation and inverse condemnation proceedings related to public roads, construction easements, public park land, airports, and other public uses.
In 2024, High Swartz LLP was nationally recognized as a tier 1 law firm by Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” in Real Estate Litigation and Land Use and Zoning Law.
Commercial Litigation
Beyond our robust municipal practice, High Swartz's Litigation Group handles complex commercial litigation cases across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, and other Mid-Atlantic states for private corporate clients.
