Mohammad Ghiasuddin is a partner at Margolis Edelstein, concentrating his practice in the areas of commercial litigation, personal injury, construction litigation and professional liability, including legal malpractice. He has over 25 years of experience representing businesses and professionals, with a strong focus in matters relating to construction projects. Mohammad has extensive trial and appellate experience in state and federal courts throughout the country, along with representation of clients in private arbitration and other alternative dispute resolution proceedings.
His practice includes the representation of builders, contractors, manufacturers and suppliers, as well as engineers, architects and other design professionals. Mohammad has extensive experience in matters involving alleged deficiencies in construction, design defects and professional malpractice issues, as well as claims arising from injuries on projects, project delay claims, payment claims and surety matters. He also defends lawyers in legal malpractice cases involving missed deadlines, conflicts of interest, and errors in legal strategy or communication. In addition to representing clients in connection with litigation, Mohammad serves as a consultant and advisor to his clients, assisting them in reviewing and negotiating contracts and providing risk management advice.
Mohammad’s expertise includes representing clients in matters involving employment agreements, contractual claims and business torts, credit reporting and debt collection issues, insurance coverage disputes, property and land use matters, Fair Credit Reporting Act, Truth in Lending and equal credit opportunity. Mohammad’s extensive construction and commercial litigation background includes actions against municipalities and other public bodies. His experience includes disputes arising from development projects, permitting, easements, government contracts, public bids, bond issues, and liens. He has also handled tax assessment appeals.
Additionally, Mohammad has litigated multiple matters involving environmental claims, showcasing his expertise in navigating complex regulatory landscapes and defending clients against significant allegations. Notably, he represented a major oil company in land use issues, where he handled disputes over zoning regulations, permitting processes, and compliance with environmental standards. Mohammad also successfully litigated a matter involving the environmental impact of a railroad line on local properties, where he addressed issues related to pollution, land degradation, and community health risks.
Honors
•Selected for Inclusion in Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
•Pennsylvania Bar Association, Diversity Team
•Former Director, Montgomery County Bar Association
•Former Chair, Montgomery County Diversity Committee
•Appointed to Montgomery Bar Association, Blue Ribbon Panel on Diversity
Articles & Publications
Navigating Pennsylvania’s New Provisions Impacting Mechanics’ Liens
Speaking Engagements
•“Hot Topics in Litigation” Pennsylvania Bar Association Civil Litigation Section Retreat, April 2024 (Baltimore, MD)
News & Case Results
14 Attorneys Named to the 2025 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers & Rising Stars Lists
Congratulations to Our 2024 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
Congratulations to the Margolis Edelstein 2021 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars!
Margolis Edelstein Recognized as “Defense Firm of the Year”
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