Legal Roundup
CFTC Chairman to Circle CLO: A Perspective on the Future of the Digital Dollar on October 15, 2024
Join the Penn Carey Law Capital Markets Association, and the Penn Business Law Association for an insightful discussion on the future of the digital dollar with Heath Tarbert, former CFTC Chairman and current Chief Legal Officer at Circle.
Fox Rothschild Recognized by Leadership Council on Legal Diversity for Fourth Year
Fox Rothschild is proud to be named a Top Performer and Compass Award winner for the fourth consecutive year by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD), which recognizes law firms and corporations that show a strong commitment to building a more inclusive legal profession.
Office of Attorney General Testifies on ‘Misinformation’ about Human Trafficking, How New Section will Expand Education, Enforcement
The Office of Attorney General recently presented testimony at a House Republican Policy Committee hearing about human trafficking in Pennsylvania and how Attorney General Michelle Henry’s newly-formed Human Trafficking Section will promote awareness and education across the Commonwealth.
Quinn Emanuel Attorneys Recognized by Benchmark Litigation for 2025
The firm has been recognized by Benchmark Litigation as a “Top 20 Trial Law Firm” in their US Top Firm Rankings for 2025 as follows.
Lawdragon Names Six Cozen O’Connor Attorneys to Its Annual List of Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers
Lawdragon has named six members of Cozen O’Connor’s Labor & Employment Department to its annual list of Leading U.S. Corporate Employment Lawyers.
Troutman Pepper Promotes 18 Partners Nationwide
Troutman Pepper has announced its 18 newly elected partners, listed below by office and practice area.
Preserving Democracy. NATO at 75 and the Importance of Alliances in U.S. Foreign Policy: A Lawyer's View on October 8, 2024
In the aftermath of World War II, delegates from twelve countries gathered in the Mellon Auditorium of the U.S. State Department to sign the treaty creating the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
Public Finance Attorney Elizabeth Lynch Joins Steptoe & Johnson’s Pittsburgh Office
Elizabeth Lynch recently joined Steptoe & Johnson PLLC’s Pittsburgh office as Of Counsel in the Business Department.
Former Greene County District Attorney, Chief of Detectives Charged with Conspiracy, Conflict of Interest by Statewide Investigating Grand Jury
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that charges were filed against former Greene County District Attorney David Russo and former Chief Detective for the Greene County DA’s Office Zachary Sams, following a presentment from the 51st Statewide Investigating Grand Jury.
Chris Walters receives Philadelphia Business Journal’s 2024 Veterans in Business Award
Global law firm Reed Smith today proudly announces that Senior Pro Bono Counsel Chris Walters is among 14 business professionals selected to receive a 2024 Veterans in Business Award from the Philadelphia Business Journal.
RPPT Law Section to Participate in Life Planning Clinic at LIFE Pittsburgh on October 4, 2024
Together with the Allegheny County Bar Foundation (ACBF), Duquesne University Kline School of Law Tribone Center for Clinical Education, and LIFE Pittsburgh, the RPPT Law Section is participating in a pro bono life planning clinic for low income clients on Friday, October 4, 2024 at McKees Rocks Adult Day Health Center, 130 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks, 15136.
VERDICT: Head of Luzerne County Methamphetamine Trafficking Organization Guilty of Several Felonies
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that a jury has convicted the main supplier of a Luzerne County-based drug trafficking organization of numerous felonies.
Pitt Law Honors Gerald Hathaway With Distinguished Alumni Award
Fox Rothschild congratulates Gerald “Jerry” T. Hathaway, who was among the 2024 Distinguished Alumni award honorees bestowed by the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.
Troutman Pepper Counsels Plan Management Corporation in Acquisition by Empower
Troutman Pepper client Plan Management Corporation (PMC), the creator of OptionTrax®, a leading digital equity plan administration platform and service provider, recently announced that it has been acquired by Empower, a leading provider of retirement and wealth management services.
Pennsylvania Courts Educating Students on Civics with Digital Education Toolkit
In recognition of Civics Education Awareness Month, the Pennsylvania Courts are promoting an educational digital toolkit aimed at helping students learn about the work and role of the state’s judiciary.
Office of Attorney General Testifies to Urgent Need to Protect Seniors from Financial Fraud, Supports HB 2064 at Joint Senate Committee Hearing
The Office of the Attorney General presented testimony last week to a joint hearing of the Pennsylvania Senate Committees on Banking and Insurance and Aging and Youth, advocating for House Bill 2064, which would enable banks and other financial institutions to offer greater protections to older Pennsylvanians who often are targets of cyber fraud.
Law Firm Administrators Conference on October 2, 2024
We welcome you to the PBA’s Western PA Legal Administrators Conference! Enjoy a catered lunch, connect with your colleagues, and participate in informative sessions presented by the PBA and USI Affinity.
McGuireWoods Advises Constellation in Major Clean Power Purchase Deal With Microsoft
McGuireWoods advised client Constellation in negotiating a 20-year power purchase agreement with Microsoft to launch the Crane Clean Energy Center, restarting Constellation’s Three Mile Island (TMI) Unit 1 in Pennsylvania to produce carbon-free energy for Microsoft’s data centers.
Chief AI Officer Summit on October 1-2, 2024
Join the 11th CDAO Summit and/or the 2nd Chief AI Officer Summit in Washington, DC on October 1-2, 2024.
Cozen O’Connor Announces Eight New Shareholders
Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce the promotion of eight members to shareholders: Alexandra Campau, Nathan Dooley, Kyle Farnam, Paul Ferland, Matthew Glavin, Aaron Lukas, Dana Meyers, and Judd Serotta.