Rebecca L. Trela

Rebecca has successfully represented pharmaceutical, medical device, and consumer goods companies at trial and mediation, through dispositive motion practice, and in pre-suit negotiations. She has experience preparing company executives on key safety, regulatory, and scientific issues for sworn testimony, and has served as national and local counsel in more than half a dozen mass tort proceedings. 

Her practice also encompasses commercial disputes, bad faith litigation, and the defense of agricultural, aviation, and industrial manufacturers.

As an advocate, Rebecca is a creative collaborator often asked by her colleagues to “reach across the aisle” and negotiate favorable terms on behalf of one or more defendants. She views litigation strategy through the lens of her clients’ overall business goals, and capably pivots to explore new avenues when effective and necessary. 

A portion of Rebecca’s practice is dedicated to helping the underserved. She has provided pro bono representation to abused and neglected children, physically and mentally incapacitated adults, and prisoners pursuing civil rights claims.

In addition to being listed in The Best Lawyers in America for her product liability work, Rebecca is a member of the firm’s Pennsylvania office that has received a Band 1 ranking from Chambers USA in Litigation: Product Liability.