Legal Roundup
Community Involvement Spotlight: Robert L. Gawlas and the Domestic Violence Service Center
Community Involvement Spotlight, we recognize Robert L. Gawlas’s recent appointment as a Member of the Board of Directors of the Domestic Violence Service Center (DVSC).
Six Morgan Lewis Lawyers Named Global Leaders by Intellectual Asset Management
The annual list recognizes individuals based on their experience related to patent rights and their ability to innovate, inspire, and deliver value for their clients.
Dilworth Receives 2023 Champion of the Bar Award
Dilworth Paxson was honored with the 2023 Champion of the Bar Award from the Philadelphia Bar Association.
Innovation in Practice
What would happen if we redesigned the entire legal landscape to center the experiences of the people who need legal services?
Duane Morris Welcomes Corporate Partner Steven B. Davis in Philadelphia
Steven B. Davis has joined Duane Morris LLP as a partner in the firm’s Corporate Practice Group in its Philadelphia office.
David Nasatir Discusses WeWork’s Bankruptcy Filing in BisNow
Obermayer Chair David Nasatir was interviewed by BisNow in connection with WeWork’s bankruptcy filing.
Ogletree Deakins Recognized for “Tipping the Scales” Towards Gender Parity
Ogletree Deakins has been named a 2023 “Tipping the Scales” firm by the Diversity & Flexibility Alliance in their annual New Partner Report.
Jones Day's Zachary Brecheisen among City & State Pennsylvania's "40 Under 40" for 2023
Partner Zachary Brecheisen was named to the 2023 "40 Under 40" list by City & State Pennsylvania.
Morgan Lewis Again Wins Pennsylvania Litigation Department of the Year at American Lawyer Industry Awards
The American Lawyer named Morgan Lewis the Regional Litigation Department of the Year for Pennsylvania at the publication’s annual Industry Awards gala, held November 15 in New York.
Holland & Knight Receives the Philadelphia Bar Foundation's 2023 Pro Bono Award for Asylum Work
The Philadelphia Bar Foundation honored Holland & Knight with its 2023 Pro Bono Award at the organization's Access to Justice Awards Ceremony on November 9.
Fox Rothschild Reveals New Firm Brand
A year-long branding initiative at Fox Rothschild culminated in the launch of a refreshed firm brand that includes a Mission statement, a set of Core Values, a new logo and an update of the firm’s look and feel on its website and social media.
Jessica M. Rizzo Elected to the Board of Directors for the Wilma Theater
Montgomery McCracken is pleased to announce that associate Jessica M. Rizzo has been elected to the Board of Directors for Philadelphia’s Wilma Theater.
Troutman Pepper Advises Hamilton Lane in Closing of National and New York-Focused Small Business Credit Funds
Troutman Pepper client Hamilton Lane recently announced the final closing of Hamilton Lane National Small Business Credit Fund, L.P. and Hamilton Lane New York SBIC Fund II, L.P. (the Funds). Together, the Funds total $290 million in size*, with commitments from leading institutional investors across the United States.
Nelson Mullins Grows Pittsburgh Team with Addition of Partner Benjamin J. Sitter
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP, a full service national law firm with offices from coast to coast, is pleased to announce that partner Benjamin J. Sitter is joining the firm’s Pittsburgh office.
Greenberg Traurig Philadelphia Increases Rankings on Annual ‘Best Law Firms’ Report
Eleven of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Philadelphia practices were ranked in the 2024 U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” report – an increase from last year.
Reed Smith strengthens private equity and M&A practice with addition of partner Daniel Connelly
Global law firm Reed Smith announced that Daniel Connelly has joined the firm as a partner in its Global Corporate Group, based in Philadelphia.
Community Involvement Spotlight: Richard A. Russo and the Kevin Kitchnefsky Foundation for Spinal Cord Research
The Community Involvement Spotlight, we recognize Richard A. Russo’s service with the Kevin Kitchnefsky Foundation for Spinal Cord Research.
Trusts, Estates, and Cannabis: The Beginner’s Guide to Ridin’ Dirty on November 15, 2023
Richard Holzworth will present “Trusts, Estates, and Cannabis: The Beginner’s Guide to Ridin’ Dirty” at the Pennsylvania Bar Institute’s Estate Law Institute.
Montgomery Mccracken Adds Associate Grace Wagner in Philadelphia Office
Montgomery McCracken is pleased to announce the addition of Grace Wagner to the firm’s Philadelphia office.
Update on the Corporate Transparency Act
As a result of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) taking effect on January 1, 2024, countless existing and newly formed business entities (corporations, LLCs, or similar entities) will be required to report information regarding the entity’s beneficial ownership and controlling interests to the Finance Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U.S. Treasury Department.