Erin Fischer Acton, Business Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Energy
AssociateatMcGuireWoods LLP
Pittsburgh, PA
Practicing business in Pittsburgh since 2004.
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Erin Fischer Acton is an associate based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Energy. Erin has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McGuireWoods LLP.
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- Pittsburgh, PA
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Energy
- Handles Business, Employment, and Energy matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Erin Fischer Acton: Erin Fischer Acton is an associate based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Energy. Erin has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McGuireWoods LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Erin takes on
Erin concentrates on business, employment, energy, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Erin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Employment
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Energy
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Business cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Erin takes business matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erin agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Erin takes employment matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erin agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Erin takes energy matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erin agrees to represent you.
General cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Erin takes general matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erin agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Erin takes litigation matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erin agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Erin Fischer Acton — business lawyer in Pittsburgh
Erin Fischer Acton is an associate based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Energy. Erin has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McGuireWoods LLP.
Erin Fischer Acton is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, energy & utilities, franchise & distribution and 2 other areas of law. Erin Fischer received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Erin Fischer practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Pittsburgh, PA.
Working with Erin on a business matter
Erin Fischer Acton is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, energy & utilities, franchise & distribution and 2 other areas of law. Erin Fischer received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Erin Fischer practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Pittsburgh, PA.
Clients Erin works with
Erin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and energy matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Notre Dame Law School
J.D. · 2004
University of Notre Dame
B.A. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Erin's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2012 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2011 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
2004 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2004 · ACTIVE
Erin studied at J.D. in University of Notre Dame Law School and B.A. in University of Notre Dame.
Law school and academic background
Erin completed J.D. in University of Notre Dame Law School and B.A. in University of Notre Dame. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Erin runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Erin Fischer Acton's office in Pittsburgh
Erin's primary office is at EQT Plz., 625 Liberty Ave., 23rd Fl., Pittsburgh, PA, 15222. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
McGuireWoods LLP
EQT Plz., 625 Liberty Ave., 23rd Fl.
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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How to hire Erin Fischer Acton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Erin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Erin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Erin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Erin
Erin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Erin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Erin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Erin Fischer Acton
How much does it cost to hire Erin for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Erin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Erin offer a free consultation?
Erin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erin's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Erin's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Erin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Erin take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Erin is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Erin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Erin?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Erin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Erin accepting new business clients right now?
Erin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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