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Mark J. Kuhar

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Mark J.
Kuhar

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Mark is an attorney at MacDonald Illig whose practice focuses on labor and employment law and related litigation. He represents private and public employers across a range of industries, providing legal guidance on workplace policies, employee relations, and employment disputes. Mark works closely with employers to understand their operations and workforce challenges, helping them develop practical solutions that address both immediate concerns and long-term organizational goals.

Mark Helps Clients With:

  • Labor and employment law matters
  • Employment policy development and compliance
  • Workplace investigations
  • Employment contracts
  • Severance agreements
  • Negotiation and application of collective bargaining agreements
  • Union-related matters
  • Employment litigation and dispute resolution
  • Employee grievances and arbitration proceedings
  • Workplace training for supervisors and employees
  • Employee engagement surveys and workplace assessments

Approach to Client Service

Mark takes a collaborative and proactive approach to advising employers. By learning how his clients’ organizations operate, their preferences and risk tolerance, he is able to tailor legal advice that aligns with their current issues and long-term goals. Clients often rely on Mark as a trusted advisor who works closely with leadership and human resources teams to address complex workplace challenges.

Experience and Professional Background

Mark represents employers across a variety of sectors, including manufacturing, service industries, municipalities, and school districts. His experience across these industries provides valuable insight into workplace issues that arise in different organizational settings.

His practice includes both advisory and litigation work involving employment disputes and regulatory compliance. Mark regularly represents clients before administrative agencies, including:

  • Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC)
  • U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
  • National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
  • Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board (PLRB)
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  • U.S. Department of Labor
  • Pennsylvania Department of Labor

In addition to his law practice, Mark serves as a mediator in employment-related disputes.

    

Education & Admissions

Memberships & Associations

  • Erie County Bar Association
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association

Community Involvement

  • United Way of Erie County, Volunteer Employment Law Solicitor

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