A Promising Start…

Attorney Snyder's father, a Russian immigrant, and his mother, a Pittsburgh native, stressed the importance of hard work and a good education. They gave him and his siblings two options for their future employment, asking, "Are you going to be a doctor or a lawyer?" Because of his knack for winning arguments and his success on his college debate team, Attorney Snyder felt the legal profession was a good fit for him. After graduating from Pennsylvania State University, he enrolled in the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.

After graduating from law school, Attorney Snyder opened his own storefront office in Duquesne, PA, setting up shop across the street from the steel mill so the workers would see his light on after their shifts. At the time he was also serving as an Allegheny County assistant public defender and rose quickly among the ranks of criminal defense attorneys. He represented several high-profile clients, including Stanley Hoss, in what many consider to be Western Pennsylvania's trial of the century.

Despite his success, Attorney Snyder's passion was helping injury victims and people with disabilities. Through his storefront operation he got to know many of these clients well, and Attorney Snyder was determined to expand his personal injury practice.

Attorney Snyder Hits the Airwaves…

In 1982, Attorney Snyder discovered the power of advertising. Soon, his television ads about free legal help were making him a household name across the region. As Attorney Snyder's reputation as a caring but tough injury attorney grew, so did his legal practice. Today, Edgar Snyder & Associates has five offices across Western Pennsylvania and is recognized as a top-rated personal injury law firm.

Giving Back to the Community

Attorney Snyder says, "I believe that if you are fortunate enough to be successful in business, you have a responsibility to give back to the community."

The law firm represents many victims of alcohol-related accidents and sees firsthand the devastation it can cause. It airs public service announcements on TV, radio, billboards, and the Web to help prevent drunk driving. The firm also sponsors a variety of community outreach efforts that spread the "Safe & Sober" message.

Attorney Snyder has received numerous awards honoring his philanthropic efforts in the local and international communit, including PNC's Community Builders Award. In addition, he was named a Distinguished Alumni by the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, and he received the Emanuel Spector Memorial Award, which recognizes exemplary service to the community.

He is also one of only a select few Pitt Law alumni to receive a 225th Anniversary Medallion from the University of Pittsburgh. The prestigious award recognizes alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their professional fields and who continue to contribute to the success of the university and its students.

Attorney Snyder also travels for various speaking engagements, such as the Teen Driving Safety Summitand the Edgar Snyder Save A Life Tour, among others.

He was selected to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers® list, an honor awarded to the top five percent of state-wide lawyers, from 2004-2010 and in 2014 & 2015.