Legal Roundup
U.S. Attorney’s Office Hosts Faith Leaders Forum as Part of Department of Justice’s United Against Hate Initiative
On Thursday, December 7, 2023, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania hosted faith leaders from across the region at the National Constitution Center to learn about resources for protecting houses of worship and preventing acts of hate, United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced today.
Excellence in Appellate Advocacy
The University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School’s national moot court team recently won “Best Brief” in the regional round of the NYC Bar National Moot Court Competition.
Hugh Algeo Elected to the YMCA of Greater Brandywine Board of Directors
Hugh Algeo, counsel in the firm’s Family Law Group, has been elected to the Board of Directors for the Greater Brandywine YMCA.
Penn State Law Civil Rights Clinic Files Wrongful Termination Opening Brief
The Penn State Law Civil Rights Appellate Clinic, along with The Employment Law Group—a litigation boutique based in Washington, D.C., filed an opening brief for Ms. Valerie Jeffords in the Ninth Circuit.
Reed Smith nominated in five categories at Legalweek Leaders in Tech Law Awards 2024
Reed Smith announced that it has achieved finalist status in five categories at the Legalweek Leaders in Tech Law Awards 2024 for the following innovations.
Charis Mincavage Named Mcnees’ Newest Member
McNees is pleased to announce that veteran energy attorney Charis Mincavage is the firm’s newest member, effective Jan. 1, 2024.
Artificial Intelligence Tools & Thoughtful Implementation & Use on December 12, 2023
Mark G. McCreary will speak on "Artificial Intelligence Tools & Thoughtful Implementation & Use" during the Bucks County Bar Association's CLE Marathon Day.
Bridging the Atlantic: Navigating the EU-US Framework and Cross-Border Data Transfers on December 12, 2023
Join us for an insightful panel discussion on the intricacies of data privacy in the digital age.
Examining the UN Secretary General’s Independent Assessment of Afghanistan Submitted to the Security Council Under Resolution 2679 of 2023
While the Secretary General’s independent assessment addresses the question of the Taliban or the Afghan De Facto Authority’s (DFA) integration into the international system, it is vital that any such negotiations are conducted on the condition of clear and present evidence that there is no derogation of women’s de jure and de facto rights under the Convention on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).
Shaun Staller Presented at the 22nd Annual AILA New York Chapter Immigration Law Symposium
On December 4, 2023, Obermayer business immigration attorney Shaun Staller was a panelist at the 22nd Annual AILA (American Immigration Lawyers Association) New York Chapter Immigration Law Symposium.
Joshua W. Gallo Rejoins Steptoe & Johnson’s Southpointe Office
Joshua W. Gallo has rejoined the law firm of Steptoe & Johnson PLLC as Of Counsel in the firm’s Southpointe office. He joins the firm’s Energy & Natural Resources Department and will focus his practice on energy and mineral title law.
Mcnees Adds New Member to Firm Leadership Team
McNees Wallace & Nurick is pleased to announce the election of its 2024 leadership team.
Tucker Arensberg, P.c. Promotes Three Attorneys
The law firm of Tucker Arensberg, P.C., one of the premier law firms in Pittsburgh with offices in Harrisburg, New York, Cleveland, Beaver, and the San Francisco Bay Area* is pleased to announce the election and promotion of three attorneys – with one promoted to Shareholder status and the other two being named Senior Counsel attorneys.
Noel Fleming and Kayci Petenko Join Archer
Archer & Greiner is pleased to announce the addition of Noel A. Fleming and Kayci D. Petenko as partners in the firm’s Philadelphia office.
6th Annual Discovery Crossfire: Debating the Controversial Issues in E-Discovery on December 7, 2023
Opposing parties in litigation clash over many e-discovery issues.
Risks and Benefits of ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence: What Lawyers Should Know on December 6, 2023
We all see multiple stories about the rapid growth and entry into our daily lives of artificial tools
Greenberg Traurig’s David G. Mandelbaum Chosen as a City & State PA ‘Fifty Over 50’
David G. Mandelbaum, a shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Philadelphia office, is among the professionals recognized on the 2023 City & State Pennsylvania Fifty Over 50 list.
Daniel Rooney ’25 and Jillian Updegraff ’25 Win 64th Annual Theodore L. Reimel Moot Court Competition
After weeks of preparation and preliminary arguments, the final round of the 64th Annual Theodore L. Reimel ’24 CLAS Moot Court Competition concluded on Thursday, November 16, 2023.
International Law at the Department of Justice
Having previously completed my master’s degree in international relations, I entered law school already intending to explore the field of international law.
Alumni Gift Establishes New Endowed Chair in Leadership
Mark C. Alexander, The Arthur J. Kania Dean of the Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law, recently announced the establishment of the Michael Heller and Vincent McGuinness Endowed Chair in Leadership.