Buchanan Adds Litigation Shareholder in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA (May 2024) – Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney is expanding its Philadelphia office with the addition of Vincent Barbera. He joins the litigation section as a shareholder. Barbera is a trial lawyer who handles business and commercial cases, with an emphasis on restrictive covenant litigation and counseling.

Having represented a variety of businesses of all sizes and spanning many industries, Barbera is well-versed in a wide range of litigation and arbitration matters including those involving restrictive covenants, intellectual property, unfair competition claims, RICO claims, partnership and shareholder disputes, real estate disputes, professional liability claims, business torts, and various contract-based disputes. He has vast experience protecting companies’ proprietary products or techniques, confidential information, and client goodwill.

“We are excited to welcome Vince to our Philadelphia office,” said David Gordon, shareholder and co-chair of the firm’s litigation section. “Vince’s experience in commercial disputes and experience before appellate courts adds significant depth to our bench that will enhance the service and value we deliver to clients.”

As lead counsel, Barbera has tried both jury and non-jury commercial cases in state and federal courts in Pennsylvania and  New Jersey. He has also handled appellate matters before the Pennsylvania Superior Court and the United States Court of Appeals for the Third and Eighth Circuits.

“I was interested in joining Buchanan because its full-service, national platform will benefit my clients,” said Barbera. “I look forward to working with my colleagues in Philadelphia and across the firm.”

Barbera has been recognized as a Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2023 in the area of Commercial Litigation. He has been selected by his peers as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer “Rising Star” each year from 2014–2023 in the area of Business Litigation. He holds a bachelor's degree from College of the Holy Cross and a law degree from Villanova University School of Law.