Legal Roundup
Penn State Law Minority Mentor Program celebrates tenth year of supporting students
The Penn State Law Minority Mentor Program (MMP) held its tenth annual kickoff reception on Friday, September 6, 2024, at Toftrees Golf Resort in State College.
COST's 55th Annual Meeting on September 24-27, 2024
This three and a half day Annual Meeting offers sessions for every state tax and government affairs professional with tax responsibilities.
Reed Smith wins 3 tier-1 rankings and 56 individual recognitions in IFLR 1000 global directory
International law firm Reed Smith has been recognized for its excellence in financial and corporate law by the IFLR 1000, a leading guide to the world's leading financial and corporate law firms and lawyers.
AG Henry Warns Vehicle Owners to be Vigilant after Recent Arrests of Philadelphia-Based Group Charged with Entering, Stealing Cars with Re-Programmed Key Fobs
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced the arrests of three Philadelphia men and a juvenile charged in a vehicle-theft ring, and advises vehicle owners to always be vigilant in securing their cars so they are not vulnerable to theft.
Barnes & Thornburg Welcomes New Attorneys
Barnes & Thornburg has added litigation and government services and finance attorneys to its Columbus, Los Angeles and Philadelphia offices.
Reed Smith litigation and bankruptcy lawyers recognized by Lawdragon 500
Five Reed Smith lawyers have been endorsed by U.S.-based legal ranking firm Lawdragon Inc. for their outstanding work in litigation and bankruptcy/insolvency.
The Role of Technology in Modern Governance, Risk, and Compliance on September 18, 2024
Today’s business leaders must respond to more risks than ever before yet at the same time innovation is seen as an imperative and there can be no innovation without risk.
Ethics for the Trial and Transactional Attorney and Some Diversity Concerns on September 18, 2024
Daniel Q. Harrington will present the CLE “Ethics for the Trial and Transactional Attorney and Some Diversity Concerns” for the Gloucester County Legal Education Association.
Attorney General Henry Offers Condolences Following the Death of a Philadelphia Police Officer
Attorney General Michelle Henry released the following statement regarding the death of a Philadelphia police officer late Tuesday night, who succumbed to his injuries after being shot during a traffic stop more than two months ago:
2024 White-Collar Symposium on September 18, 2024
Join our national White-Collar Criminal Defense & Regulatory Compliance team and other leading practitioners for an afternoon of lively discussion, informative presentations and networking.
ESG and Sustainability Reporting: What’s "Material" to Your Business? on September 17, 2024
Kathy Jaffari will participate in a panel discussion hosted by the American Bar Association that will explore the topic of ESG materiality and its role in disclosure regulations and standards, including emerging trends, best practices, and case studies.
McNees advises ARM Group LLC on acquisition of Taylor GeoServices (TGS)
McNees Wallace & Nurick advised nationally recognized engineering and science firm ARM Group LLC in its recently announced acquisition of Taylor GeoServices (TGS), a renowned provider of environmental and geological consulting services.
Troutman Pepper and Locke Lord Announce Merger
Troutman Pepper and Locke Lord have agreed to merge effective January 1, 2025.
AG Henry Announces New Protections For Pennsylvania Car Buyers
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced an amendment to the Pennsylvania Automotive Industry Trade Practices regulations that provides new protections to Pennsylvanians when shopping for and purchasing motor vehicles.
Former Mckeesport FOP Officer Charged with Misappropriating more than $1 million in Member Dues, other Funds, from Lodge
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced the arrest of a McKeesport detective and former Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) financial officer, on charges related to the theft of more than $1 million from his union lodge.
PBA Workers Comp Fall Section Meeting 2024 – Hershey on September 12
This program is eligible for 8 hours of CLE credit in 60-minute states. In 50-minute states, this program is eligible for 9.6 hours of CLE credit.
Symposium on Practice in the Federal Courts 2024 – Temple University Beasley School of Law on September 11, 2024
This program is eligible for 3 hours of CLE credit in 60-minute states. In 50-minute states, this program is eligible for 3.6 hours of CLE credit.
Angie Cavallo Named 2024 LGBTQ+ Power Player by Metro Philadelphia
Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Angie Cavallo, the firm’s director of diversity, equity and inclusion, has been selected as a 2024 LGBTQ+ Power Player by Metro Philadelphia.
Mantine, Hakala win 2024 Women, Influence and Power in Law awards from Corporate Counsel
Reed Smith announced that Michelle Mantine and Lauren Hakala are among Corporate Counsel’s 2024 Women, Influence and Power in Law honorees.
Attorney General Michelle Henry Announces Guilty Plea for Cavalcante’s Crime Spree During 13-Day Chester County Manhunt
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that Danelo Cavalcante has pleaded guilty to multiple charges stemming from his escape from Chester County Prison and criminal activities while on the run across neighborhoods and the countryside for 13 days in August 2023.