Goldman Schafer & Spear P.C. is a boutique litigation firm, focusing on employment law and securities litigation. Foster Goldman has over 30 years of experience in securities litigation and arbitration, while David Spear has 13 years of experience representing employees and small businesses in employment law disputes. Mr. Goldman’s and Mr. Spear’s experience and creativity have allowed them to achieve positive results for their clients on a regular basis. The firm also handles general corporate and commercial litigation, and estate planning, including the preparation of special needs trusts. Mr. Goldman argued and won the Pennsylvania Supreme Court cases which enabled special needs trusts to exist and flourish.

Formerly known as Markel, Schafer & Goldman P.C., founded in 1927, the firm has consistently and continually provided its clients with effective and practical solutions in a creative and efficient manner. A Pennsylvania professional corporation with offices in downtown Pittsburgh, the firm has two shareholders, one associate and two attorneys of counsel. All are admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.