Henry M. Sneath

Henry M. Sneath

Houston Harbaugh, P.C. • Pittsburgh, PA
Antitrust Trade LawArtificial IntelligenceBusiness LitigationEmployment LawInsurance

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Contact

Email
sneathh@duq.edu
Phone
(412) 203-4273
Address
Three Gateway Center, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, US

Professional

About

Henry M. Sneath is a distinguished attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA, with over 40 years of experience in diverse areas of law, including Artificial Intelligence, Business Litigation, Employment Law, Insurance, Intellectual Property Litigation, Personal Injury, and Probate. As Co-Chair of Houston Harbaugh’s Litigation Practice and Chair of its Intellectual Property Practice, Henry has established himself as a leading trial attorney, mediator, and arbitrator, skilled in handling complex commercial disputes and intellectual property matters. Recognized by his peers, Henry has been listed in Best Lawyers in America across six categories, including Business Litigation and Intellectual Property Litigation, and has earned the title of Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in Business Litigation and Intellectual Property. He has successfully tried over 95 cases to verdict in federal and state courts, representing clients in significant matters such as patent infringement, breach of contract, and catastrophic injury litigation. Henry holds a Juris Doctor from Duquesne University School of Law and an AB from Hamilton College. He has served in numerous leadership roles, including as President of the Defense Research Institute and Chair of the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Intellectual Property Section. An accomplished speaker and author, he has contributed to various legal seminars and publications. In addition to his practice, Henry is an Adjunct Professor at Duquesne University School of Law, teaching Trade Secret Law and the Law of Trademarks and Unfair Competition. He is also committed to community service, providing pro bono representation for victims of domestic violence and actively participating in local initiatives.

About Antitrust Trade Law

Antitrust attorneys handle matters involving competition law, market practices, and trade regulations. They help businesses comply with antitrust laws and defend against claims. Common matters include price fixing, monopoly claims, merger review, trade practices.

Credentials

Education
1983 Duquesne University School of Law Juris Doctor 1980 Hamilton College AB

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2025 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2024 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2023 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2022 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2021 Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in Business and IP Litigation, Super Lawyers
Publications
2009 PSMN.COM In re Bilski: Will It Be a Blockbuster? 2008 Marketwatch.com Google points to Veoh victory as encouraging sign 2008 Los Angeles Times Why is Scrabulous still up? 2008 Information Week Recording Industry Fires Back At Apple's Jobs 2008 Reuters Judge "struggling" in Mattel-MGA Bratz ruling
Associations
2010 - Present Association of Defense Trial Attorneys Member 2006 - Present Pittsburgh Intellectual Property Law Association Member 2005 - Present American Intellectual Property Law Association Member 2004 - Present International Association of Defense Counsel Member 1985 - Present American Bar Association Member
Speaking
2017 DRI National Leadership Conference Leadership Principles 2017 Association of Corporate Counsel Products Liability in the Internet of Things 2016 USLAW Cybersecuirty Conference Cybersecurity and Data Breach Prevention and Response 2012 Commercial Litigation and IP Seminar Presenting Business Valuation and IP Damages at Trial 2009 DRI Commercial and Intellectual Property Litigation Symposium 2009 Sub-Prime and Financial Crisis Litigation
Updated: Mar 21, 2026