Jonathan D. Steele

Jonathan’s practice touches all aspects of education law. He represents children with disabilities to protect their special education rights. He also supports teachers who are facing disciplinary investigations with the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Jonathan is a partner at the firm and heads the firm's special education practice.

Jonathan is originally from Allegheny Township, Pennsylvania. He is a graduate of the Duquesne University School of Law. Jonathan also holds a degree in Music Education from Youngstown State University. Before attending law school, Jonathan worked as an elementary music teacher. He is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar and has been admitted to the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.

Jonathan currently resides in Gibsonia with his wife, Maureen and daughters, Harper and Morgan.

Areas of Practice

Special Education Advocacy
IDEA/504 Litigation
Education Litigation

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
U.S. District Court Western District of Pennsylvania

Education

Duquesne University School of Law, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Youngstown State University

Published Works

Special Education Law Case Studies, Rowman & Littlefield (January 12, 2019)

Classes/Seminars

FBAs and BIPs: An Essential Legal Guide, CLE Presenter for National Business Institute
Pennsylvania Special Education Law, CLE Presenter for National Business Institute
Disciplining Students with Behavioral Issues, CLE Presenter for National Business Institute
Presented lectures on special education law to students, Thiel College (Guest Lecturer)
Dean John J. Sciullo Continuing Legal Education Series, Duquesne University School of Law
Cause for Disruption: Getting Students Back to School: Addressing School Avoidance and Anxiety, Pennsylvania Bar Institute

Honors and Awards

Selected as a Pennsylvania Rising Star by SuperLaywers 2020
Selected as a Pennsylvania Rising Star by SuperLawyers 2019
Selected as a Pennsylvania Rising Star by SuperLawyers 2018

Fraternities/Sororities

Phi Mu Alpha