Legal Roundup
Ballard Spahr Lawyers and Practices Recognized by Benchmark Litigation
Three Ballard Spahr practices and 22 of the firm’s attorneys are recognized in the 2024 edition of Benchmark Litigation, “the definitive guide to the leading litigation law firms and lawyers around the world.”
Troutman Pepper Recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2024
Troutman Pepper and 25 attorneys with the firm have been recognized in the 2024 edition of Benchmark Litigation – United States, a guide that provides analysis of commercial and financial litigators and law firms across the country.
Reed Smith ESG co-chair Jennifer Smokelin named one of Pittsburgh’s ‘20 People to Know in Law’
Reed Smith partner Jennifer Smokelin has been named by the Pittsburgh Business Times one of the ‘20 People to Know in Law’ for 2023.
Falling for Ethics: An Ethics Roundup for Business Lawyers on October 17, 2023
Thomas Wilkinson and Deborah Winokur will present “Falling for Ethics: An Ethics Roundup for Business Lawyers” at the Pennsylvania Bar Institute 2023 Business Law Institute.
AG Henry Announces $1 Million Settlement with Rutter’s After Data Breach Exposed Pennsylvanians’ Private Info
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a settlement with York-based convenience store chain, Rutter’s, regarding cybersecurity attacks that exposed information from more than a million customer payment cards.
Cozen O’Connor Named to America’s Most Loved Workplaces Again
Cozen O’Connor is proud to announce it has again been named to Newsweek’s 2023 list of America’s Most Loved Workplaces.
Jones Day's James Kitchen selected for "20 People to Know in Law" by the Pittsburgh Business Times
The Pittsburgh Business Times selected Jimmy Kitchen, a partner in the Pittsburgh Office, for their "20 People to Know in Law" list for 2023.
Greenberg Traurig’s Kate Kalmykov and Jennifer Hermansky Recognized in EB5 Investors Magazine ‘Top 25 Attorneys’ 2023 Issue
Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Immigration and Compliance Practice Global Co-Chair Kate Kalmykov and Shareholder Jennifer Hermansky received recognition in EB5 Investors Magazine’s “Top 25 Attorneys” issue.
Garry Taroli and Maternal & Family Health Services
In the Community Involvement Spotlight, we recognize Garry Taroli and his service with Maternal & Family Health Services (MFHS) to address health and nutritional needs among the region’s women, children and families.
First Latina Philadelphia City Solicitor and Chief Legal Officer Diana Cortes Will Return to Morgan Lewis
A trial lawyer and former prosecutor, Diana Cortes—who currently serves as city solicitor, the City of Philadelphia’s chief legal officer—will return to Morgan Lewis to add to the firm’s deep former government roster.
Gary Samms Obtains a Unanimous Defense Verdict on Behalf of a Podiatric Surgeon
Gary Samms, Chair of both Obermayer’s Professional Liability and Catastrophic Loss Group, secured a unanimous defense verdict in Chester County on behalf of a podiatric surgeon after a six-day trial.
Nicholas Bagiatis selected for Pittsburgh Business Times 2023 C-Suite Awards
Nicholas Bagiatis, Reed Smith chief operating officer, is among 26 Pittsburgh-area business leaders selected by Pittsburgh Business Times for its 2023 C-Suite Awards.
Troutman Pepper Promotes 26 Partners, 9 Counsel
Troutman Pepper is pleased to announce its 26 newly elected partners and nine counsel, listed below by office and practice area.
Rawle & Henderson Attorneys Continue ABA Leadership at the TIPS Fall Meeting
Rawle & Henderson attorneys are attending the upcoming American Bar Association (ABA) Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section (TIPS) Fall Meeting October 12-14. The ABA is the largest volunteer association of lawyers in the world.
IFA WFN Fall Meeting | Mastering the Art & Science of AI in Franchising on October 11, 2023
As artificial intelligence reshapes industries, it’s crucial to understand its implications for franchising.
Eckert Seamans Adds Jacqueline Lynette Carter as Harrisburg-based Commercial Litigation Associate
National law firm Eckert Seamans welcomes Jacqueline Lynette Carter as an Associate in the Commercial Litigation practice group.
ClaimsXchange Annual Women’s Networking Event on October 11, 2023
Taranae Hashemi will attend the ClaimsXchange’s Women’s Networking Event in Philadelphia.
How to Make it Rain on October 11, 2023
From multimillion-dollar settlements to seven-figure books of business, come learn tactics and strategies that can lead to lucrative outcomes and long-lasting relationships in the business of law.
U.S. Attorney’s Office Honors Sixteen Individuals For Outstanding Contributions To Public Safety
United States Attorney Gerard M. Karam honors sixteen individuals for their outstanding contributions to public safety.
Ballard Spahr, Six Attorneys Included in 2023 LMG Life Sciences Directory
Ballard Spahr and six of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized in the 2023 edition of LMG Life Sciences, a legal ranking directory that identifies the leading law firms and individuals in the life sciences industry.