Legal Roundup
Law School’s International Entrepreneurship Program Spotlighted in Villanova Magazine
Villanova Law’s International Entrepreneurship Program, which launched last year, combines legal studies with an immersive semester abroad and externship experience in Cape Town, South Africa—one of the fastest-growing centers of international business and commerce.
Navigating 2025: Chic Reception & Expert Panel on Top Economic Trends on February 27, 2025
This distinguished panel will offer exclusive local and national insights into top 2025 economic trends such as the role of AI, inflation, the Federal Reserve policy, commercial and residential real estate markets and the $600M investment planned for downtown Pittsburgh.
Five Cozen O’Connor Attorneys, One Practice Area Recognized in 2025 Chambers Global Rankings
Chambers Global has recognized five Cozen O’Connor attorneys as worldwide leaders in their respective practices.
Reed Smith partners named to Pittsburgh Power 100
Reed Smith today announced that partners Casey Ryan and Jason Hazlewood have been named to the Pittsburgh Power 100, a list published by the Pittsburgh Business Times of the region's most influential business leaders.
Greene County Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for 1st-Degree Murders of Two Waynesburg Residents
Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that a Greene County man will spend the rest of his life in prison for fatally shooting two people in Waynesburg in 2022.
Inside Penn Carey Law
A steadfast source of wisdom, warmth, and guidance at Penn Carey Law for 35 years, Verrier retired from the Law School in 2024.
The Future of Regulatory Agencies Under the Trump Presidency on February 26, 2025
Join Drexel's American Constitution Society in our collaboration with Penn's ACS chapter.
Lewis H. Gold ’62 Lecture on Ethics & Professional Responsibility, 02/26
The David F. and Constance B. Girard-diCarlo Center for Ethics, Integrity and Compliance will host the Lewis H. Gold ’62 Lecture on Ethics and Professional Responsibility on Wednesday, February 26th.
Thornburgh Family Lecture Series on Disability Law and Policy on February 26, 2025
Joyce’s focus for both organizations is employment for people with disabilities.
Cozen O’Connor Welcomes David Ebby to Its Award Winning Real Estate Group
Cozen O’Connor today announced prominent lawyer David A. Ebby, one of the country’s leading real estate attorneys and a longstanding friend to many throughout the firm, has joined its international Real Estate Group.
Navigating the FTC's Amended COPPA Rule: Key Updates and Compliance Strategies on February 25, 2025
The FTC's recent amendments to the COPPA Rule bring sweeping changes to how organizations collect, manage and secure children's personal information. From new requirements for privacy notices and parental consent to stringent governance and data retention policies, these updates significantly reshape compliance obligations for businesses operating in this space.
DiveIN & SBA Anti-Racism Conversations (ARC): Environmental Law Society on February 25, 2025
Join DiveIN and SBA in the 3rd Floor Gallery for a series of discussions to open community dialogue about systemic racism and implicit bias.
York County Couple — Exercising Power of Attorney and Primary Caregiving Responsibilities — Charged with Neglect, Financial Exploitation of Elderly Woman
Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that a York County husband and wife have been charged with abandoning a care-dependent woman — the wife’s mother — in a basement, while the couple went on vacation.
Widener Law Commonwealth's Bar Success Program: Supporting Every Step of the Way
Preparing for the bar exam is one of the most significant challenges law graduates face, and Widener University Commonwealth Law School is committed to ensuring its students have the tools and support they need to succeed.
Pennsylvania-Florida Snowbirds: Estate Planning and Elder Law Considerations on February 21, 2025
Howard Krooks will present "Pennsylvania-Florida Snowbirds: Estate Planning and Elder Law Considerations" at the Pennsylvania Association of Elder Law Attorneys' 17th Annual Winter Conference.
Leading Financial Services Litigator Christopher Soller Joins McGuireWoods
McGuireWoods bolstered its formidable financial services litigation capabilities with the arrival of Pittsburgh partner Christopher J. Soller, who comes to the firm after serving as a senior legal officer at BNY.
Advancing Legal Theory
Professor Mitchell Berman, the Leon Meltzer Professor of Law and Professor of Philosophy, was awarded the Jurisprudence Section Article Award from the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) for his article, How Practices Make Principles, and How Principles Make Rules, 28 Journal of Ethics and Social Philosophy 299 (2024).
Franklin County Judge Celebrates Valentine’s Day with Wedding Marathon
Franklin County Common Pleas Judge Todd Sponseller celebrated Valentine’s Day by presiding over a series of wedding ceremonies, helping 12 couples tie the knot over the course of the day.
Clark Hill Adds Evan Gelacek to Corporate Group
Clark Hill announced that Evan Gelacek has joined its Corporate practice as a Member in the firm’s Pittsburgh office.
Chambers Global Guide 2025 Recognizes Troutman Pepper Locke
Troutman Pepper Locke and 15 attorneys are recognized in the Chambers Global Guide 2025. The firm achieved global recognition in five departments: Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation), Energy: Oil & Gas (Regulatory & Litigation), Energy: Oil & Gas (Transactional), Privacy & Data Security: Highly Regarded, and Projects: Renewables & Alternative Energy.