K. Gretchen Ulmer Kosbie, Business Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Contracts, and Entertainment
AttorneyatReed Smith LLP
Pittsburgh, PA
Practicing business in Pittsburgh since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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K. Gretchen Ulmer Kosbie is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Entertainment. K. has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Reed Smith LLP.
- Based in
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Business · Contracts · Entertainment
- Handles Business, Contracts, and Entertainment matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About K. Gretchen Ulmer Kosbie: K. Gretchen Ulmer Kosbie is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Entertainment. K. has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Reed Smith LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters K. takes on
K. concentrates on business, contracts, entertainment, government, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case K. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Contracts
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Entertainment
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Government
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Probate
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Real Estate
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Business cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
K. 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 K. agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
K. takes contracts 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 K. agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
K. takes entertainment 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 K. agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
K. takes government 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 K. agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
K. takes probate 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 K. agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet K. Gretchen Ulmer Kosbie — business lawyer in Pittsburgh
K. Gretchen Ulmer Kosbie is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Entertainment. K. has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Reed Smith LLP.
K. Gretchen Ulmer Kosbie is a lawyer practicing real estate, business, trusts and estates and 5 other areas of law. K. received a B.A. degree from Vassar College in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years. K. practices at Reed Smith LLP in Pittsburgh, PA.
K.'s approach to business cases
K. Gretchen Ulmer Kosbie is a lawyer practicing real estate, business, trusts and estates and 5 other areas of law. K. received a B.A. degree from Vassar College in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years. K. practices at Reed Smith LLP in Pittsburgh, PA.
Clients K. works with
K. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, contracts, and entertainment matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Pittsburgh
J.D. · 1992
Vassar College
B.A. · 1985
Jurisdictions
K.'s state bar admissions
Washington
1995 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1992 · ACTIVE
K. studied at J.D. in University of Pittsburgh and B.A. in Vassar College.
Law school and academic background
K. completed J.D. in University of Pittsburgh and B.A. in Vassar College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice K. runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
K. Gretchen Ulmer Kosbie's office in Pittsburgh
K.'s primary office is at 225 Fifth Ave., Ste. 1200, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222-2724. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire K. Gretchen Ulmer Kosbie — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with K. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
K. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain K.'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; K. 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 K.
K. 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. K. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
K.'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 K. Gretchen Ulmer Kosbie
How much does it cost to hire K. for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. K. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does K. offer a free consultation?
K. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain K.'s office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check K.'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. K. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can K. take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
K. 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 — K. 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 K.?
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. K. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is K. accepting new business clients right now?
K.'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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