Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner for Complex Litigation
Concannon & Charles is a full-service law firm with over two decades of experience representing individuals and corporations in complex legal matters nationwide. Since our establishment in 2002, we have secured millions in settlements and verdicts while successfully defending clients against over $250 million in claims. Our practice spans business law, commercial litigation, product liability, trade secret protection, and intellectual property, serving local, national, and international clients. We prioritize understanding clients' business objectives to deliver tailored solutions, combining aggressive advocacy with cost-effective strategies.Our attorneys, David Concannon and Matthew Charles, bring nearly 40 years of combined experience, including landmark cases in federal courts and arbitration proceedings. We maintain a trial-ready philosophy, preparing every case for courtroom success while emphasizing efficiency to avoid unnecessary litigation costs. Our maritime and admiralty law expertise stems from decades of hands-on experience in underwater exploration and vessel operations. We serve forward-thinking entrepreneurs who demand the same commitment they apply to their own businesses.
Services
Business Law
Product Liability
Trade Secret Litigation
Litigation
Intellectual Property
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in corporate law and litigation
- Proven track record of $250M+ in defended claims and millions recovered for clients
- Trial-ready approach with no losses since 1996
- Specialized expertise in maritime law and complex product liability cases
- Direct access to attorneys with decades of courtroom experience
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers
Services
Business Law
Our business law practice advises companies on formation, governance, contracts, and daily operations while acting as Outside General Counsel. We handle mergers, acquisitions, and business dissolution with strategic insight informed by decades of litigation experience. Our services ensure legal compliance while protecting client interests in commercial transactions.
Product Liability
We defend manufacturers and sellers in product liability claims involving design defects, manufacturing flaws, and failure to warn allegations. Our experience includes high-stakes cases in sports equipment, aerospace technology, and consumer goods with notable defense verdicts in multimillion-dollar wrongful death actions across multiple jurisdictions.
Trade Secret Litigation
Our trade secret litigation practice protects clients' competitive advantages through injunctions, damages recovery, and enforcement of non-compete agreements. We handle misappropriation cases involving corporate espionage, employee defections, and technology theft with proven success in complex federal court proceedings.
Maritime Law
We provide specialized maritime law services including vessel accidents, salvage rights, and international shipping disputes. Our unique expertise stems from decades of underwater exploration experience and representation in landmark cases involving historic shipwrecks and deep-sea operations.
Commercial Litigation
Our commercial litigation practice handles contract disputes, shareholder conflicts, and business torts with a trial-ready approach. We represent clients in state and federal courts nationwide, focusing on efficient case resolution while maintaining readiness for complex courtroom battles when necessary.
People
David G. Concannon
Partner
Admitted in PA, NJ, and ID courts with 30+ years of experience. Achieved tens of millions in settlements and defended $250M+ in claims. Specializes in business litigation, product liability, and maritime law. Founder of Explorer Consulting and former General Counsel to The Explorers Club.
Matthew T. Charles
Partner
Joined firm in 2008, became partner in 2016. Focuses on product liability, trade secret litigation, and corporate law. Certified scuba diver with experience in maritime cases. Former criminal defense attorney and Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Clinic representative.
Questions
What areas of law does Concannon & Charles specialize in?
We focus on business law, commercial litigation, product liability, trade secret protection, intellectual property, and maritime law with national and international experience.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our attorneys have nearly 40 years of combined experience, with a proven track record in federal courts and complex litigation matters.
Do you handle both plaintiff and defense cases?
Yes, we represent both plaintiffs and defendants in all forums, maintaining equal commitment to each client's unique needs.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
We combine trial-ready preparation with cost-effective strategies, prioritizing client business objectives over revenue-focused legal practices.
Can you handle complex international legal matters?
Yes, our firm provides local solutions with national and international reach, including cross-border commercial disputes and maritime law cases.
