Patrick Griffin

Patrick Griffin is a dedicated attorney specializing in labor and employment law. With a career focused exclusively on this area, Patrick has represented a diverse range of clients, including individual employees ranging from temporary employees all the way up through C-Suite level executives, amateur and professional athletes, and both public and private employers in both in-house and outside counsel roles. Throughout his career, he has helped clients navigate through all phases of labor and employment negotiations and disputes with expertise and a commitment to efficient and effective advocacy.

Professional Experience

Patrick's expertise spans various aspects of labor and employment law, including litigating federal and state law claims through to jury verdicts, representing clients in grievance arbitration hearings, counseling and prevention, pre-litigation negotiations, and mediation. Patrick serves as outside general counsel to a variety of small and medium businesses spanning various industries. He has a track record of achieving favorable outcomes for his clients and is known for his strategic approach and attention to detail.

Community Engagement

Beyond his legal practice, Patrick is deeply involved in his local community through volunteer and pro bono work. His contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the President's Volunteer Service Award for his involvement as Board Chair for Team Foster – a 501(c)(3) dedicated to providing service dogs for Veterans. He has also been honored by the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania for his judicial fellowship in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas and received Pro Bono Service Honors for his extensive work assisting senior citizens at the SeniorLAW Center in Philadelphia.

Publications and Contributions

Patrick is a respected author and contributor in the field of employment law. He has authored the New Jersey Employment Law chapter for Bloomberg Law Employment Guide and the Labor/Workforce chapter of the Select USA Investment Guide. Moreover, he has written various articles on employment laws, providing valuable insights and analysis to his peers and the broader legal community.

Education

Patrick holds a B.S. in Business from Pennsylvania State University. Patrick received his Juris Doctor from Drexel University Kline School of Law, where he graduated in the top third of his class and received awards for his excellence in Evidence, Energy Law, and International Law, as well as multiple awards for Excellence in Oral Advocacy and Trial Advocacy. He is licensed to practice in all state and federal courts in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.