How much does it cost to hire Gretchen for a general case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gretchen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Gretchen offer a free consultation?

Gretchen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gretchen's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Gretchen's current terms during booking.

How long do general cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

Simple general 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. Gretchen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Gretchen take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?

Gretchen 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 — Gretchen 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 Gretchen?

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. Gretchen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Gretchen accepting new general clients right now?

Gretchen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Gretchen J. Fitzer, General Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on General and Product Liability

Special CounselatMarshall Dennehey

Pittsburgh, PA

Practicing general in Pittsburgh since 1987.

39+: Years practicing
3: Bar admissions

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Gretchen J. Fitzer is a special counsel based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on General and Product Liability. Gretchen has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey.

Based in: Pittsburgh, PA
Experience: over 39 years
Known for: General · Product Liability

Handles General and Product Liability matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Gretchen J. Fitzer

Gretchen concentrates on general and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gretchen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Gretchen 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 Gretchen agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Gretchen takes product liability 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 Gretchen agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Gretchen J. Fitzer — Over 39 years of Pennsylvania general experience

Gretchen focuses her practice on all facets of insurance defense litigation. She defends personal injury actions involving premises liability, product liability, auto liability, and professional negligence, advises on complex insurance coverage issues, and represents landlords in landlord/tenant disputes. Additionally, Gretchen has experience representing employers and insurers in workers’ compensation matters. She has tried jury cases to verdict and handled appeals before the Superior Court, the Commonwealth Court, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.

Before entering private practice, Gretchen served as a judicial clerk for the Honorable Madaline Palladino of the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania. She is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, and the United States District Courts for the Western and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania.

Gretchen earned her juris doctor from Duquesne University School of Law, where she served as associate editor of the Duquesne Law Review, and her Bachelor of Arts from Allegheny College.

Associations & Memberships

Allegheny County Bar Association

Allegheny County Bar Foundation, Fellow

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Year Joined

2025

How Gretchen handles general matters

The kind of cases Gretchen takes

Gretchen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and product liability matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Gretchen J. Fitzer's legal education and bar admissions

Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University
J.D. · 1987
Allegheny College
B.A. · 1982

Jurisdictions

Gretchen's state bar admissions

West Virginia U.S. D
2023 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
1989 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania U.S. Di
1987 · ACTIVE

Gretchen studied at J.D. in Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University and B.A. in Allegheny College.

Law school and academic background

Gretchen completed J.D. in Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University and B.A. in Allegheny College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gretchen runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Gretchen's professional memberships and bar associations

Allegheny County Bar Association Pennsylvania Bar Association
membership

Locations

Gretchen J. Fitzer's office in Pittsburgh

Gretchen's primary office is at Union Trust Building, 501 Grant Street, Suite 700, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Marshall Dennehey

Union Trust Building, 501 Grant Street, Suite 700

Pittsburgh, PA 15219

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Hiring guide

How to hire Gretchen J. Fitzer — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gretchen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Gretchen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gretchen'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; Gretchen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Gretchen

Gretchen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. Gretchen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Gretchen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Gretchen J. Fitzer

How much does it cost to hire Gretchen for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gretchen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gretchen offer a free consultation?
Gretchen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gretchen's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Gretchen's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple general 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. Gretchen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gretchen take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Gretchen 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 — Gretchen 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 Gretchen?
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. Gretchen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gretchen accepting new general clients right now?
Gretchen'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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