Legal Roundup
Consumer Alert: AG Henry Warns Pennsylvanians that Big Lots’ Bankruptcy Could Close 64 Stores Across the Commonwealth
Attorney General Michelle Henry is notifying Pennsylvania consumers that Big Lots — one of the nation’s largest closeout retailers — recently announced that it could close the remainder of its stores amidst Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
Leaders in Legal Academia
Reflecting the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School’s commitment to advancing impactful careers at the forefront of the legal profession, eight Penn Carey Law fellows and graduates have accepted positions at distinguished law schools and universities.
McGuireWoods Bolsters Employment Litigation Prowess With Partner Gretchen E. Woodruff
Accomplished litigator Gretchen E. Woodruff has joined McGuireWoods as a partner in Pittsburgh, bringing 14 years of experience advising companies on complicated employment and business disputes and compliance matters.
Troutman Pepper Locke Launches ‘PE Pathways’ Podcast
The private equity landscape is constantly evolving, with new trends, regulatory changes, and innovative investment strategies shaping the future of the industry. To help listeners stay informed and navigate these complexities, Troutman Pepper Locke is launching its latest podcast, PE Pathways.
Jay A. Dorsch Appointed to the 2025 ERISA Advisory Council by U.S. Department of Labor
Jay Dorsch, chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Practice, was appointed by the U.S. Department of Labor to the 2025 ERISA Advisory Council.
Widener Law Commonwealth Alumna Bunmi Emenanjo: From Legal Career Award-Winning Author
Bunmi Emenanjo, a 2005 graduate of Widener Law Commonwealth, has seamlessly navigated between two worlds: law and literature.
McGuireWoods and Kaplan Award LSAT Prep Scholarship to Pitt Student
On Nov. 15, 2024, McGuireWoods partner Alex Madrid awarded the McGuireWoods-Kaplan LSAT Prep Scholarship to Mela Brown of the University of Pittsburgh as part of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law Student of Color Visitation Day.
Professor Juliet Moringiello Honored with Prestigious AALS Mentorship Award
Widener University Commonwealth Law School Professor Juliet Moringiello, who also serves as associate dean for academic affairs, has been named the recipient of the 2025 mentorship award by the Association of American Law Schools, known as AALS, section on Commercial and Consumer Law.
Littler Appoints Two New Office Managing Shareholders
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has appointed two new office managing shareholders (OMS).
Consumer Alert: AG Henry Warns Pennsylvanians that Big Lots’ Bankruptcy Could Close 64 Stores Across the Commonwealth
Attorney General Michelle Henry is notifying Pennsylvania consumers that Big Lots — one of the nation’s largest closeout retailers — recently announced that it could close the remainder of its stores amidst Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
Katayun Jaffari Installed as the 98th Chancellor of the Philadelphia Bar Association
Katayun Jaffari, chair of the Corporate Governance and ESG Practices and co-chair of the Capital Markets & Securities Practice at Cozen O’Connor, was installed as Chancellor of the Philadelphia Bar Association, the oldest bar association in the United States, during its Annual Meeting in December.
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC Represents Bullskin Stone & Lime in the Sale of Its Pure Play Aggregates Business
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC is pleased to announce its representation of Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania-based aggregate company Bullskin Stone & Lime, LLC, and its ownership group in the sale of its pure play aggregates business to Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE: EXP), for $152 million.
Data Subject Rights on January 9, 2025
This webinar will explore data subject rights in the context of upcoming amendments to Israeli law.
What Employers Can Expect From a Trump-Vance Administration on January 9, 2025
What Employers Can Expect From a Trump-Vance Administration on January 9, 2025
Financial Services Regulatory Crystal Ball Outlook for 2025 on January 7
Holland & Knight's Financial Services Regulatory Team is hosting a roundtable discussion on what to expect on the financial services landscape in 2025: Which agency leaders are out and who is in?
2025 Edwin R. Keedy Cup
The Keedy Cup, named for Edwin R. Keedy, who served as Dean of the Law School during World War II, is Penn Carey Law’s intramural moot court competition.
Sidnee McDonald Named 2024 Volunteer of the Year by Pittsburgh Legal Diversity & Inclusion Coalition
Sidnee McDonald, an associate in Cozen O'Connor's Labor and Employment Department, has been named the 2024 Volunteer of the Year by the Pittsburgh Legal Diversity & Inclusion Coalition (PLDIC) at its Annual Members Meeting.
Temple Law and the United Nations: Advancing Human Rights in the Digital Age
Through roles with the United Nations and other global initiatives, these scholars are turning legal theory into practice to address pressing global challenges.
Former Scranton Police Officer and School Resource Officer at Lackawanna County High School Charged with Sexually Abusing Students
Attorney General Michelle Henry and the Pennsylvania State Police announced that a former Lackawanna County police officer, who served as a school resource officer at West Scranton High School, has been charged with sexual abuse of five students over a period of years.
AG Henry Files Lawsuit Against Florida-Based Scammers who Allegedly Posed as Pa. Government to Target New Business Owners
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced her office has submitted for filing a lawsuit against a Florida-based company and its owners for allegedly impersonating the Pennsylvania Department of State as part of a scam to get money from owners of newly-registered businesses.