Jacqueline H. Brangard
Associate
Jacqueline's practice is focused on all aspects of real estate law, including both commercial and residential sales, acquisitions, and commercial leases. She has extensive experience in negotiating and preparing leases, amendments, assignments, estoppel certificates, and subordination agreements. Jacqueline has also advised clients (sellers, buyers, and private lenders) through the real estate closing process by negotiating title insurance policy coverage, clearing complex title issues, preparing and previewing settlement statements, and preparing and reviewing loan packages. She is a licensed title insurance agent in Pennsylvania.
Jacqueline has represented and assisted a broad spectrum of individuals and businesses in the Pittsburgh area since she became licensed in 2017. In addition to her time in private practice, she was also a Certified Legal Intern at the Duquesne University School of Law Civil Rights Clinic.
Practice Areas
- Duquesne University School of Law, J.D., Outstanding Oral Argument, President's Scholarship (2014-2015), Student Bar Association, Health Law Society
- University of Findlay, B.A., magna cum laude, Dean's List (5 of 7 semesters), Presidential Scholarship (2010-2013), Philanthropy Certificate (2013), Dupres/Nutting Scholarship (2010-2013), Law Society
Admissions
- Pennsylvania
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Certifications
- Title insurance agent, Pennsylvania
- Successful real estate closings for a variety of commercial and residential properties
- Review title searches for encumbrances and other various title issues
- Prepare various documents including satisfaction pieces, deeds, agreements of sale, installment land contracts, and asset purchase agreements
- Represent lenders and prepared loan documents
- Represent clients during real estate tax appeals
- Represent clients negotiating franchise agreements
- Included in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch (Real Estate Law, 2025)
- Best Oral Argument, Duquesne University School of Law, 2014
Professional Affiliations
- Allegheny County Bar Association
Speaking Engagements
- Firm's Professional Advisor Symposium, October 2023: 25 Legal Tips in 50 Minutes, Panelist