Overview

Clients rely on Patrick Harrington as their first call when a legal issue arises. Whether advising on strategy, managing litigation, or resolving a business challenge, he provides thoughtful guidance rooted in experience, responsiveness, and genuine concern for client outcomes.

Patrick Harrington is a litigation partner representing businesses, individuals, and governmental entities in disputes across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and beyond. He has handled matters at both the trial and appellate levels in state and federal courts and as an arbitrator in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas. Patrick’s practice spans commercial litigation, real estate disputes, health care, insurance coverage, and constitutional law. Clients turn to Patrick for more than legal representation; they rely on him for practical, relationship-driven counsel that helps them resolve immediate challenges and avoid future risk.

Patrick approaches each matter by listening closely, understanding his client’s goals, and crafting a tailored path forward. He is known for his responsiveness, calm under pressure, and ability to reduce complex problems into manageable decisions. He has represented hospitals, health care systems, insurance carriers, elected officials, real estate buyers, contractors, and numerous other businesses in litigation and advisory roles. Prior to becoming an attorney, Patrick worked in compliance management at an Am Law 100 firm, giving him a unique and pragmatic perspective on client service and business relationships.

Clients describe Patrick as reliable, creative, and committed to their success. He values long-term relationships and takes pride in being the person clients call for practical answers, trusted referrals, and steady legal support. In addition to his practice, Patrick volunteers with multiple pro bono legal service organizations and participates in the University of Pennsylvania Wharton School’s Mediation Clinic, where he collaborates with MBA students as legal counsel for semester-long negotiation projects and joins them in simulated mediations.  This further reflects his belief that law is grounded in service.

Representative Experience

  • Represents New Jersey Health Care Network in connection with numerous matters including litigation regarding vendor disputes, real estate issues, corporate ownership and disputes involving municipal subdivisions in which its facilities operate.
  • Advises contractors with respect to unpaid invoices, mechanic’s liens, and other collection matters.
  • General Counsel to CDL driver school with specific focus on licensure, compliance, and strategic matters
  • Represents international metal powder products manufacturer in litigation and strategic matters.
  • Defended Canadian heavy equipment manufacturer against claims brought by former salesperson for improperly paid commission.
  • Represented numerous New Jersey and Pennsylvania homeowners in claims against sellers and brokers for misrepresentations in the purchase of residential properties.
  • Defended a hospitality franchisee against class action based on wage and hour claims.
  • Defended innovative financial services business in action alleging the wrongful discharge and breach of employment contract of an executive.
  • Advised an automotive mobility solutions provider on various corporate issues and licensing agreements, as well as brokered potential sales channels and product development opportunities.
  • Represented a Pennsylvania hospitality business owner in a first-party insurance coverage dispute involving alleged bad faith claim denial for a catastrophic water loss to the business premises.
  • Represented a wholesale insurance broker in arbitration brought by a surplus lines carrier involving contribution and indemnity for a multi-million dollar settlement of an alleged bad faith claim denial regarding a vacant building.

Professional & Community Activities

  • Arbitrator, Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas – Compulsory Arbitration Program
  • Pro-Bono Volunteer, Philadelphia VIP
  • Pro Bono Volunteer, Elder Justice Resource Center
  • Pro Bono Volunteer, Christian Legal Clinics of Philadelphia
  • Pro Bono Volunteer, South Jersey Legal Services
  • Pro Bono Participant in Pro Se Labor & Employment Panel of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
  • Volunteer Faculty Member, University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business

Professional Recognition

  • Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2020-Present
  • Recipient of the “Pro Bono Roll of Honor” award from the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania

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Representative Experience

  • Represents New Jersey Health Care Network in connection with numerous matters including litigation regarding vendor disputes, real estate issues, corporate ownership and disputes involving municipal subdivisions in which its facilities operate.
  • Advises contractors with respect to unpaid invoices, mechanic’s liens, and other collection matters.
  • General Counsel to CDL driver school with specific focus on licensure, compliance, and strategic matters
  • Represents international metal powder products manufacturer in litigation and strategic matters.
  • Defended Canadian heavy equipment manufacturer against claims brought by former salesperson for improperly paid commission.
  • Represented numerous New Jersey and Pennsylvania homeowners in claims against sellers and brokers for misrepresentations in the purchase of residential properties.
  • Defended a hospitality franchisee against class action based on wage and hour claims.
  • Defended innovative financial services business in action alleging the wrongful discharge and breach of employment contract of an executive.
  • Advised an automotive mobility solutions provider on various corporate issues and licensing agreements, as well as brokered potential sales channels and product development opportunities.
  • Represented a Pennsylvania hospitality business owner in a first-party insurance coverage dispute involving alleged bad faith claim denial for a catastrophic water loss to the business premises.
  • Represented a wholesale insurance broker in arbitration brought by a surplus lines carrier involving contribution and indemnity for a multi-million dollar settlement of an alleged bad faith claim denial regarding a vacant building.

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