Amanda M. Scarpo

How Amanda Helps Clients

Amanda Scarpo of Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney’s Labor & Employment section leverages her formidable experience as a former Deputy Attorney General in Pennsylvania to provide strategic legal counsel to a diverse clientele. With a substantial background in both federal and state trial courts, Amanda has managed a complex caseload that has afforded her first-chair experience in critical areas of employment law. Her unique perspective as an advocate for employers, employees, and Commonwealth agencies allows her to understand the significant impact of her work on both clients and the wider community.  

In her role at Buchanan, Amanda conducts workplace investigations into sensitive personnel matters, including sexual harassment claims, ADA compliance issues, and various workplace conduct concerns. With a keen understanding of the complexities involved in high-stakes investigations, Amanda provides comprehensive guidance from the initial inquiry to final resolution. Her investigative expertise spans multiple sectors, serving a diverse clientele that includes Fortune 500 companies, small to medium-sized enterprises, professional services firms and public entities. This full-service approach allows her to manage cases nationwide, ensuring tailored support for her clients, no matter the location.

In addition to her investigative work, Amanda regularly serves as an outside general counsel and a trusted advisor on labor and employment concerns. She provides strategic insights and tailored guidance on a wide range of issues, helping organizations develop and implement effective infrastructure, management, and training practices without compromising their core objectives. By taking the time to understand each aspect of her clients’ business, Amanda is able to offer relevant and practical advice that empowers clients to address potential legal issues before they arise.

Amanda’s unique career path from public service to private practice has equipped her with a diverse skill set essential for effective negotiation and problem solving. Her experience has honed her ability to advocate for clients while understanding the broader implications of legal decisions on their business. This background, combined with her current focus on workplace investigations, general counsel services, and employment law advice, allows Amanda to approach each case with her clients’ needs and expectations at the forefront.

What Clients Can Expect

As an experienced advocate, Amanda has cultivated a professional communication style that is centered around client focus. She is committed to being available and accessible, whether it’s on the weekends, during a hurricane, or at any time her clients need support! This commitment to availability means that her clients can rely on her for timely responses and guidance throughout the legal process.

When it comes to investigations, Amanda goes the extra mile by being on-site as much as possible and immersing herself in the details of each case. She travels as needed to learn the ins and outs of the investigations, ensuring that she gathers all relevant information and perspectives. This hands-on approach allows her to provide comprehensive and informed recommendations, ultimately leading to more effective resolutions.

Outside the Office

Amanda enjoys spending her free time with her husband, two kids, and their family dog exploring the city of Pittsburgh to find new parks, restaurants, and attractions. When it’s not just the four (five) of them, Amanda and her family find time to be with their very close extended family, including friends that have become such all around the Pittsburgh area.