Gretchen E. Gardner

Gretchen joined the Office of University Counsel in May of 2024. Prior to coming to the University, she served as Chief Legal Counsel for a small regional college, managing and advising on all legal matters and serving on the President’s cabinet. Before entering the world of higher education, Gretchen also previously worked as a litigator for over twenty years, focusing on insurance defense.

Education

  • University of Pittsburgh School of Law, J.D. (1996)
  • Saint Vincent College, B.A. in Political Science and English (1993)

Areas of Practice

Data Security and Electronic Discovery, Employment, Litigation (State and Federal)

Bar Membership

  • Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania

Administrative Assistant

Patricia G. Boehler