Mario R. Bordogna, Employment Attorney in Morgantown, West Virginia
focused on Employment and Litigation
Morgantown, WV
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Mario R. Bordogna is an attorney based in Morgantown, WEST VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
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- Morgantown, WEST VIRGINIA
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- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Morgantown, WEST VIRGINIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026).
About Mario R. Bordogna: Mario R. Bordogna is an attorney based in Morgantown, WEST VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Mario R. Bordogna
Mario concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mario handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Morgantown, West Virginia
Mario takes employment matters in Morgantown, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mario agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Morgantown, West Virginia
Mario takes litigation matters in Morgantown, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mario agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Mario R. Bordogna — Attorney of West Virginia employment experience
Mario R. Bordogna is an attorney based in Morgantown, WEST VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
When businesses have day-to-day legal compliance questions about their employees, need help defending an employment lawsuit, or require support dealing with union matters, Mario Bordogna is the right person to call whether you need help well in advance or require assistance at the drop of a hat. For 25 years, he has keenly represented and partnered with employers in a wide range of industries, such as healthcare, mining, energy, manufacturing, hospitality, education, professional services, and many others, understanding their business and blending both technical acumen and practical application to help them find the right solutions to their employment problems.
Mario takes pride in helping employers tackle compliance challenges with hiring, firing, accommodations, leave issues, severance, employment handbooks, and policy development. In his litigation practice, he has significant experience in state and federal court and arbitration defending individual and class claims as well as administrative charges relating to discrimination, wrongful discharge, retaliation, sexual harassment, FMLA and the ADA, wage and hour, as well as trade secret and non-competition/non-solicitation disputes, among many other issues. His experience in traditional labor law and labor-management relations includes first chairing collective bargaining, leading arbitrations and the defense of grievances, working on union avoidance, and managing unfair labor practice and related NLRB matters.
Just some of Mario’s past representative experience includes:
- Serving as the lead employment litigator for an international fortune 500 company
- Defending multi-million dollar sexual harassment suits
- Litigating matters involving wrongful discharge in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
- Collectively bargaining contracts opposite mainstay unions like the USW and SEIU.
In addition to the employment and business services he provides, employers and clients benefit from a wide array of other critical skills Mario can provide, including a wealth of experience in conducting internal investigations as well as providing employment training programs, to name just a few examples. Mario is regularly sought after by corporate, in-house, insurance and other clients to lead these deliverables and is often a premier presenter requested to speak on a wide range of topics related to employment and HR for local, regional, and national audiences. Finally, Mario is a certified mediator, having completed both basic and advanced mediation training, and can capably lead your organization through mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution in employment matters.
Mario's approach to employment cases
When businesses have day-to-day legal compliance questions about their employees, need help defending an employment lawsuit, or require support dealing with union matters, Mario Bordogna is the right person to call whether you need help well in advance or require assistance at the drop of a hat. For 25 years, he has keenly represented and partnered with employers in a wide range of industries,…
The kind of cases Mario takes
Mario reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Morgantown and the surrounding West Virginia area.
Credentials
Mario R. Bordogna's legal education and bar admissions
Penn State Dickinson School of Law
J.D. · 1998
Allegheny College
B.A. · 1994
Jurisdictions
Mario's state bar admissions
West Virginia, The W
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Pennsylvania, Pennsy
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Mario studied at J.D. in Penn State Dickinson School of Law and B.A. in Allegheny College.
Law school and academic background
Mario completed J.D. in Penn State Dickinson School of Law and B.A. in Allegheny College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mario runs in West Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Mario R. Bordogna
Mario has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
Locations
Mario R. Bordogna's office in Morgantown
Mario's primary office is at 125 Granville Square, Morgantown, West Virginia, 26501. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Mario R. Bordogna — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mario usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mario charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mario'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; Mario will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Morgantown, West Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Mario
Mario discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Mario confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mario's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mario R. Bordogna
How much does it cost to hire Mario for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mario walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mario offer a free consultation?
Mario charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mario's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Mario's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in West Virginia typically take?
Simple employment 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. Mario gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mario take my case if I'm outside Morgantown?
Mario is licensed in West Virginia. Matters governed by West Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mario 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 Mario?
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. Mario will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mario accepting new employment clients right now?
Mario's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Morgantown, Charleston and Huntington in West Virginia
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