Matis Baum Rizza O'Connor

R. Kent Hornbrook

Focus:

The representation of physicians, physician practice groups, nurses and other healthcare professionals in litigation involving malpractice as well as employment and administrative matters. Additionally, Kent manages workers compensation cases on behalf of employers.

Of Interest:

R. Kent Hornbrook was born and raised in nearby Morgantown, W.Va. and still has roots in the Mountain State. He attended West Virginia University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management. In his prior career, Kent was responsible for advertising, sales, client relations and development for the Frederick Keys, a minor league baseball team in Maryland.  After working with the ball club for four years, he moved to Pittsburgh to attend law school at Duquesne University and pursue a legal career. While a student at Duquesne, Kent was a law clerk for The Honorable Deborah Todd of the Pennsylvania Superior Court. After graduation, Kent spent three years with a Philadelphia medical malpractice defense firm.

Kent and his wife of five years, Laura, have a 3-year-old daughter, Madeline, and reside in Mt. Lebanon. Kent is an avid golfer and enjoys fishing, hunting and traveling in his spare time. Kent and his family are members of the historic Shadyside Presbyterian Church.