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Heather Schmidt Bresnahan

for Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas.
"Recommended" by the Allegheny County Bar Association.

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Experienced
Family Law Attorney

Standing up for people during their toughest times for over twenty-three years.

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Inspired by Her Artist Father

She learned the value of hard work and staying true to your roots.

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Understands Our Community

Its struggles, resilience, and people.

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The Courtroom is Not Just About Cases

It’s about people, families, and fairness.

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She Will Work Tirelessly

Ensuring justice is fair, accessible, and rooted in the values we all share.

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You deserve a judge who understands the people of Allegheny County and the values that make us strong.
Passionate Advocate

As family law attorney, Heather built a career standing up for people during their toughest times. The Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas needs someone who understands our community—its struggles, its resilience, and its people.

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Tough, Humble, & Rooted

My story begins with my father, a proud Pittsburgh artist. He brought life to the Iron City Beer cans, even creating the iconic 'We Are Family' design during the Pirates' 1979 World Series win. He taught me what it means to be tough, humble, and rooted in our community.

Experienced

Three decades of professional experience, from clerking for the Deputy District Attorney to building her own successful family law practice.

Community Service

Serves as a Hearing Officer with the Allegheny County Retirement Board and volunteers with Neighborhood Legal Services.

Recommended

"Recommended" Rating by the
Allegheny County Bar Association
Judiciary Committee.

Work Ethic

Dedicated, always prepared, works tirelessly as an advocate for her clients.

Public Service

Former member of Dormont Borough Council.

Shares Our Values

Understands the people of Allegheny County and the values and beliefs that make us strong.

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Latest Campaign News

Heather Schmidt Bresnahan Endorsed by Allegheny-Fayette Central Labor Council

Heather Schmidt Bresnahan has been endorsed by the Allegheny-Fayette Central Labor Council for Judge of the Court of Common Pleas. This endorsement reflects her experience, integrity, and commitment to justice… (click the image or headline to read more).

March 24, 2025
Heather Schmidt Bresnahan Endorsed by Allegheny County Democratic Committee

Heather Schmidt Bresnahan has been endorsed by the Allegheny County Democratic Committee for Judge of the Court of Common Pleas. This endorsement reflects her experience, integrity, and commitment to justice… (click the image or headline to read more).

March 10, 2025
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