http://www.judged.com/jdfirmrssfeed_nj.php Judged Law Firm en-us (C) 2006 Judged. All rights reserved. contact@judged.com(Judged) contact@judged.com Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:05:26 -0500 Law Firms http://www.judged.com/jdfirmrssfeed_nj.php 60 http://www.judged.com/images/xml_rss_feed.gif http://www.judged.com/jdfirmrssfeed_nj.php Address : 1030 Atlantic Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue, Phone : 609-344-7131, City : Atlantic City http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=907 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=907&page=1 Address : 1301 Atlantic AvenueSuite 400 ,, Phone : 609-348-4515, City : Atlantic City Julia Swain, an associate at Fox Rothschild LLP, will speak at the Philadelphia Bar Association's 2007 Bench-Bar Conference. The conference will be held at Bally's Atlantic City Park Place and The Boardwalk in Atlantic City, NJ, on September 28 & 29, 2007. Swain will present "Right Down the Middle: Equally Shared Physical-Custody in Philadelphia County." Additional topics at the conference will include appellate advocacy, the Internet and defamation, and earning capacity litigation. Swain concentrates her practice in the areas of family law, including divorce, custody, support, equitable distribution, and abuse. She also negotiates settlements and prenuptial agreements and litigates family law cases in the five-county Philadelphia area, including appellate courts. Swain is an active member of the Family Law Section of the Philadelphia Bar Association, is a member of the Executive Committee, and co-chair of the Programs Committee. She is a frequent writer and speaker on family law issues. The conference is expected to bring together more than 500 attorneys and judges from the Philadelphia area. A total of seven CLE credits are available to conference attendees. Julia Swain, an associate at Fox Rothschild LLP, will speak at the Philadelphia Bar Association's 2007 Bench-Bar Conference. The conference will be held at Bally's Atlantic City Park Place and The Boardwalk in Atlantic City, NJ, on September 28 & 29, 2007. Swain will present "Right Down the Middle: Equally Shared Physical-Custody in Philadelphia County." Additional topics at the conference will include appellate advocacy, the Internet and defamation, and earning capacity litigation. Swain concentrates her practice in the areas of family law, including divorce, custody, support, equitable distribution, and abuse. She also negotiates settlements and prenuptial agreements and litigates family law cases in the five-county Philadelphia area, including appellate courts. Swain is an active member of the Family Law Section of the Philadelphia Bar Association, is a member of the Executive Committee, and co-chair of the Programs Committee. She is a frequent writer and speaker on family law issues. The conference is expected to bring together more than 500 attorneys and judges from the Philadelphia area. A total of seven CLE credits are available to conference attendees. Kenneth A. Rosenberg, an associate at Fox Rothschild LLP, will speak at the Bergen County Cooperative Library System†s (BCCLS) personnel seminar entitled, "Managing Staff: Best Practices & Effective Discipline." The seminar will be held at the New Milford Public Library on Thursday, October 25, 2007, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Rosenberg will present, "Reviewing Legal Aspects of Progressive Discipline" as part of the seminar. He also will serve as a panelist to discuss daily management challenges such as absenteeism, questionable on-the-job injury, cell phone use, and other personnel issues. Additionally, Mary Joyce Doyle, a retired director and co-founder of BCCLS, will present "Coaching Staff for Best Results." Rosenberg is a member of the firm's Labor & Employment Department. He represents employers in various labor relations matters, including contract negotiations, interest and grievance arbitrations, disciplinary matters, unionization campaigns, unit clarification issues, and unfair/improper practice proceedings. Rosenberg enjoys speaking on various labor and employment topics and has spoken before the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education, the Public Employment Relations Commission's Annual Conference, the New Jersey Association of Counties' Annual Conference, the New York State Public Employer Labor Relations Association's Annual Conference, and the Council on Education in Management. Kenneth A. Rosenberg, an associate at Fox Rothschild LLP, will speak at the Bergen County Cooperative Library System†s (BCCLS) personnel seminar entitled, "Managing Staff: Best Practices & Effective Discipline." The seminar will be held at the New Milford Public Library on Thursday, October 25, 2007, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Rosenberg will present, "Reviewing Legal Aspects of Progressive Discipline" as part of the seminar. He also will serve as a panelist to discuss daily management challenges such as absenteeism, questionable on-the-job injury, cell phone use, and other personnel issues. Additionally, Mary Joyce Doyle, a retired director and co-founder of BCCLS, will present "Coaching Staff for Best Results." Rosenberg is a member of the firm's Labor & Employment Department. He represents employers in various labor relations matters, including contract negotiations, interest and grievance arbitrations, disciplinary matters, unionization campaigns, unit clarification issues, and unfair/improper practice proceedings. Rosenberg enjoys speaking on various labor and employment topics and has spoken before the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education, the Public Employment Relations Commission's Annual Conference, the New Jersey Association of Counties' Annual Conference, the New York State Public Employer Labor Relations Association's Annual Conference, and the Council on Education in Management. Fox's William Maruca was recently quoted in "New Medicare Rule May Fuel Litigation," by Tresa Baldas. The article appeared in the September 24, 2007 edition of the National Law Journal. The article discusses a new Medicare policy that goes into effect in October 2008. Under the new policy, the government will not pay for preventable hospital injuries. Maruca discusses his view of the policy and his expectation that it will provide a "boost" for plaintiff's lawyers in medical malpractice cases. Fox's William Maruca was recently quoted in "New Medicare Rule May Fuel Litigation," by Tresa Baldas. The article appeared in the September 24, 2007 edition of the National Law Journal. The article discusses a new Medicare policy that goes into effect in October 2008. Under the new policy, the government will not pay for preventable hospital injuries. Maruca discusses his view of the policy and his expectation that it will provide a "boost" for plaintiff's lawyers in medical malpractice cases. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=796 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=796&page=2 Address : Cherry Hill Plaza1415 Route 70 East, Suite 600, Phone : 856-795-9110, City : Cherry Hill Cooper Levenson is pleased to announce that Nicole C. Nicklaw has joined the firm as an associate in the firm†s Education Law Department. Ms. Nicklaw will work with education law matters for pre-K through higher education public, private, and charter school systems and institutions under the guidance of Cooper Levenson†s educational law team. ‽Our Education Law Department is seeing tremendous growth in both the public and private education arenas. We are very pleased to welcome Nicole to our firm,” said Kenneth J. Calemmo, Chief Operating Officer. Nicklaw†s experience includes real estate law, including matters involving title searches, title updates, and real estate closings. In addition, she has experience in pharmaceutical document review and contract law. Nicklaw†s Pro Bono work includes legal services in an AIDS clinic, mediation at small claims court, and legal services at a domestic violence clinic. Nicklaw is a 2002 graduate of Fordham University and received her Juris Doctor from the University of San Diego School of Law in 2005. She was admitted to the State Bar of Vermont in 2005 and to the Pennsylvania and New Jersey State Bars in 2006. Cooper Levenson is pleased to announce that Nicole C. Nicklaw has joined the firm as an associate in the firm†s Education Law Department. Ms. Nicklaw will work with education law matters for pre-K through higher education public, private, and charter school systems and institutions under the guidance of Cooper Levenson†s educational law team. ‽Our Education Law Department is seeing tremendous growth in both the public and private education arenas. We are very pleased to welcome Nicole to our firm,” said Kenneth J. Calemmo, Chief Operating Officer. Nicklaw†s experience includes real estate law, including matters involving title searches, title updates, and real estate closings. In addition, she has experience in pharmaceutical document review and contract law. Nicklaw†s Pro Bono work includes legal services in an AIDS clinic, mediation at small claims court, and legal services at a domestic violence clinic. Nicklaw is a 2002 graduate of Fordham University and received her Juris Doctor from the University of San Diego School of Law in 2005. She was admitted to the State Bar of Vermont in 2005 and to the Pennsylvania and New Jersey State Bars in 2006. Cooper Levenson partner Eric Browndorf and daughter Rachael, 16, will run the New York City marathon - the largest marathon race in the world - to support care as opposed to a cure. The pair will run as members of Team Continuum, a charity devoted to raising funds for the care of cancer patients. The New York City marathon, scheduled for Nov. 4, is a 26.2-mile race course that winds over five bridges and through all five boroughs of the city. A reported 37,866 finishers ran the race in 2006, with more than two million spectators lining the route. ‽It was amazing. So many people…everyone cheering…and all the music â€" just everywhere,” said Rachael of her experience as her dad†s cheering section in past New York City marathons. ‽And it†s in New York, my favorite place in the whole world. So when my dad asked me to run with him, I wanted to do it.” Rachael is gearing up for the race by following the program her dad recommended. She runs what she calls ‽easy, three to four miles on the weekdays.” Her Sunday route, though, is more challenging â€" now at 12 miles and scheduled to increase by two miles every other week until race day. The New York City marathon received more than 98,000 applications for this year†s race. When Eric Browndorf was not chosen as a participant through the marathon†s lottery process, he encouraged Rachael to join him and run as a Team Continuum member. ‽I will only support charities that allocate 100 percent of the funds raised to their cause. It†s just my personal philosophy,” said Eric Browndorf. ‽This charity does that. Every penny goes to the care. Not the cure. The care. The cure is, of course, important too. But someone else does that. This is about the care. It is about caring for the immediate, daily needs of those who have cancer â€" mostly kids who have cancer,” he added. The Browndorfs have set a goal of raising $50,000 for Team Continuum. They will kick off their fundraising campaign with a teen party at Stumpo†s in Somers Point on Oct. 7. Admission is open to 14 to 18 year olds with school ID. Online pre-registration is $7. Onsite admission is $10. Teens will be encouraged to sell raffle tickets for various vacation, sports memorabilia, and other prizes that have been donated, mostly through Cooper Levenson attorneys and the firm†s clients. The teen who raises the most money for Team Continuum will win a Superbowl weekend, complete with tickets, airfare, and accommodations for two. Cooper Levenson partner Eric Browndorf and daughter Rachael, 16, will run the New York City marathon - the largest marathon race in the world - to support care as opposed to a cure. The pair will run as members of Team Continuum, a charity devoted to raising funds for the care of cancer patients. The New York City marathon, scheduled for Nov. 4, is a 26.2-mile race course that winds over five bridges and through all five boroughs of the city. A reported 37,866 finishers ran the race in 2006, with more than two million spectators lining the route. ‽It was amazing. So many people…everyone cheering…and all the music â€" just everywhere,” said Rachael of her experience as her dad†s cheering section in past New York City marathons. ‽And it†s in New York, my favorite place in the whole world. So when my dad asked me to run with him, I wanted to do it.” Rachael is gearing up for the race by following the program her dad recommended. She runs what she calls ‽easy, three to four miles on the weekdays.” Her Sunday route, though, is more challenging â€" now at 12 miles and scheduled to increase by two miles every other week until race day. The New York City marathon received more than 98,000 applications for this year†s race. When Eric Browndorf was not chosen as a participant through the marathon†s lottery process, he encouraged Rachael to join him and run as a Team Continuum member. ‽I will only support charities that allocate 100 percent of the funds raised to their cause. It†s just my personal philosophy,” said Eric Browndorf. ‽This charity does that. Every penny goes to the care. Not the cure. The care. The cure is, of course, important too. But someone else does that. This is about the care. It is about caring for the immediate, daily needs of those who have cancer â€" mostly kids who have cancer,” he added. The Browndorfs have set a goal of raising $50,000 for Team Continuum. They will kick off their fundraising campaign with a teen party at Stumpo†s in Somers Point on Oct. 7. Admission is open to 14 to 18 year olds with school ID. Online pre-registration is $7. Onsite admission is $10. Teens will be encouraged to sell raffle tickets for various vacation, sports memorabilia, and other prizes that have been donated, mostly through Cooper Levenson attorneys and the firm†s clients. The teen who raises the most money for Team Continuum will win a Superbowl weekend, complete with tickets, airfare, and accommodations for two. Cooper Levenson is pleased to announce that William S. Donio has been named to the 2007 New Jersey Law Journal†s 40 Under Forty list. This is the second time that Mr. Donio has been included on a 40 Under Forty list; Atlantic City Weekly Magazine similarly honored him in February 2007. ‽As the New Jersey Law Journal has written: â€~...the 40 lawyers in this book are well qualified to carry the distinction of being high achievers, future leaders and well worth keeping an eye on,†” said Lloyd D. Levenson, Chief Executive Officer. ‽We are most proud of Will†s achievements and very glad that he is part of the Cooper Levenson team.” Mr. Donio concentrates his practice on education law and litigation, governmental services, commercial litigation, real estate and land use. In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Donio serves as an adjunct faculty member at Rutgers School of Law-Camden. Mr. Donio†s community service work includes serving as a coach for the Hammonton High School Mock Trial Team, assisting with the organization and incorporation of the Hammonton Education Foundation, the Community Partnership for Egg Harbor Township Schools, Inc. and the Galloway Community Charter School Foundation for Education. Will has volunteered and provided pro bono work for the South Jersey Aids Alliance, at area schools and at various education professional associations. A graduate of Rutgers College and Columbia University School of Law, Mr. Donio was admitted to the U.S. District Courts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania in 1995, and to the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in 1996. A former member of the District I Ethics Committee, he belongs to the Bar Associations in Atlantic and Camden Counties. Cooper Levenson is a full service law firm celebrating its 50th year, with nearly 70 attorneys and New Jersey offices in Atlantic City, Cherry Hill, Newark, Princeton, and Sea Isle City. The firm has regional offices in Bear, Del., Harrisburg, Pa., and Las Vegas, Nev Cooper Levenson is pleased to announce that William S. Donio has been named to the 2007 New Jersey Law Journal†s 40 Under Forty list. This is the second time that Mr. Donio has been included on a 40 Under Forty list; Atlantic City Weekly Magazine similarly honored him in February 2007. ‽As the New Jersey Law Journal has written: â€~...the 40 lawyers in this book are well qualified to carry the distinction of being high achievers, future leaders and well worth keeping an eye on,†” said Lloyd D. Levenson, Chief Executive Officer. ‽We are most proud of Will†s achievements and very glad that he is part of the Cooper Levenson team.” Mr. Donio concentrates his practice on education law and litigation, governmental services, commercial litigation, real estate and land use. In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Donio serves as an adjunct faculty member at Rutgers School of Law-Camden. Mr. Donio†s community service work includes serving as a coach for the Hammonton High School Mock Trial Team, assisting with the organization and incorporation of the Hammonton Education Foundation, the Community Partnership for Egg Harbor Township Schools, Inc. and the Galloway Community Charter School Foundation for Education. Will has volunteered and provided pro bono work for the South Jersey Aids Alliance, at area schools and at various education professional associations. A graduate of Rutgers College and Columbia University School of Law, Mr. Donio was admitted to the U.S. District Courts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania in 1995, and to the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in 1996. A former member of the District I Ethics Committee, he belongs to the Bar Associations in Atlantic and Camden Counties. Cooper Levenson is a full service law firm celebrating its 50th year, with nearly 70 attorneys and New Jersey offices in Atlantic City, Cherry Hill, Newark, Princeton, and Sea Isle City. The firm has regional offices in Bear, Del., Harrisburg, Pa., and Las Vegas, Nev http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=505 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=505&page=17 Address : 17 Mendham RoadP.O. Box 427 ,, Phone : 908-781-1500, City : Gladstone http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=389 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=389&page=45 Address : One Pluckemin WayP.O. Box 754 ,, Phone : 908-658-3800, City : Bedminster http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1940 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1940&page=5 Address : 51 Fairway, Phone : , City : Bloomfield "Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC (‽Cohen Seglias”), announced today that Shawn R. Farrell, Esq., a partner in the Construction litigation department, and John J. Graham, Jr., Esq., associate in the same department, were recently elected to the board of the Building Industry Association (BIA) of Philadelphia. The BIA of Philadelphia is the leading association promoting residential development and construction in the City. The appointment of Mr. Farrell and Mr. Graham is emblematic of Cohen Seglias†continued support of the construction industry. With over 40 attorneys in five regional offices, Cohen Seglias provides a full range of legal services in the areas of Construction, Labor & Employment, and Business Law. From its inception, Cohen Seglias has focused its practice on representing clients within the construction industry." "Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC (‽Cohen Seglias”), announced today that Shawn R. Farrell, Esq., a partner in the Construction litigation department, and John J. Graham, Jr., Esq., associate in the same department, were recently elected to the board of the Building Industry Association (BIA) of Philadelphia. The BIA of Philadelphia is the leading association promoting residential development and construction in the City. The appointment of Mr. Farrell and Mr. Graham is emblematic of Cohen Seglias†continued support of the construction industry. With over 40 attorneys in five regional offices, Cohen Seglias provides a full range of legal services in the areas of Construction, Labor & Employment, and Business Law. From its inception, Cohen Seglias has focused its practice on representing clients within the construction industry." "Roy S. Cohen, George E. Pallas, Edward Seglias, John A. Greenhall, Marc Furman, Marian A. Kornilowicz and Steven B. Silverman have been named by Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top attorneys in Pennsylvania for 2007. Only five percent of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers. The selections for Super Lawyers are made by Law & Politics, a division of Key Professional Media, Inc. of Minneapolis, MN. Each year, Law & Politics undertakes a rigorous multi-phase selection process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, independent evaluation of candidates by the Law & Politics†attorney-led research staff, a peer review of candidates by practice area, and a good-standing and disciplinary check." "Roy S. Cohen, George E. Pallas, Edward Seglias, John A. Greenhall, Marc Furman, Marian A. Kornilowicz and Steven B. Silverman have been named by Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top attorneys in Pennsylvania for 2007. Only five percent of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers. The selections for Super Lawyers are made by Law & Politics, a division of Key Professional Media, Inc. of Minneapolis, MN. Each year, Law & Politics undertakes a rigorous multi-phase selection process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, independent evaluation of candidates by the Law & Politics†attorney-led research staff, a peer review of candidates by practice area, and a good-standing and disciplinary check." Steven D. Usdin has joined Cohen, Seglias, Pallas, Greenhall & Furman as Co-Chairman of the Business Practice Group in the Philadelphia office. Prior to joining Cohen Seglias, Mr. Usdin was a Shareholder in the firm of Adelman, Lavine, Gold, Schildhorn and Kleban. Steve concentrates his practice in the areas of commercial and personal bankruptcy, general corporate and transactional matters and commercial litigation. He has appeared on behalf of Debtors, Creditors and Equity Security Holders' Committees, and Secured Creditors in a variety of proceedings at the Trial and Appellate levels in State and Federal Courts. Steve is a graduate of the Brooklyn Law School, and he received his undergraduate degree from the University of Rochester. Prior to joining the firm, Steve worked for over twenty years in the Philadelphia region for a mid sized bankruptcy boutique firm. Prior to that he served as an Assistant District Attorney in New York City and as a Special Assistant Attorney General for New York State. Steve also served as a Law Clerk to the Chief Judge of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Steve is admitted to practice in the United States Supreme Court, the State of New York, the United States District Court for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the United States District Court for the Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania, and the United States Court of Appeals for the 2nd and 3rd Circuits. He is a member of the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, New York and American Bar Associations. He is a member of the Turnaround Management Association, American Bankruptcy Institute, and has served in various capacities with the Eastern District of Pennsylvania Bankruptcy Conference. Steve lectures and writes on topics of interest in his areas of expertise. He has been a trustee and director for several charitable organizations including the Sherbekow Foundation and the Corporate Alliance for Drug Education. Steven D. Usdin has joined Cohen, Seglias, Pallas, Greenhall & Furman as Co-Chairman of the Business Practice Group in the Philadelphia office. Prior to joining Cohen Seglias, Mr. Usdin was a Shareholder in the firm of Adelman, Lavine, Gold, Schildhorn and Kleban. Steve concentrates his practice in the areas of commercial and personal bankruptcy, general corporate and transactional matters and commercial litigation. He has appeared on behalf of Debtors, Creditors and Equity Security Holders' Committees, and Secured Creditors in a variety of proceedings at the Trial and Appellate levels in State and Federal Courts. Steve is a graduate of the Brooklyn Law School, and he received his undergraduate degree from the University of Rochester. Prior to joining the firm, Steve worked for over twenty years in the Philadelphia region for a mid sized bankruptcy boutique firm. Prior to that he served as an Assistant District Attorney in New York City and as a Special Assistant Attorney General for New York State. Steve also served as a Law Clerk to the Chief Judge of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Steve is admitted to practice in the United States Supreme Court, the State of New York, the United States District Court for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the United States District Court for the Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania, and the United States Court of Appeals for the 2nd and 3rd Circuits. He is a member of the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, New York and American Bar Associations. He is a member of the Turnaround Management Association, American Bankruptcy Institute, and has served in various capacities with the Eastern District of Pennsylvania Bankruptcy Conference. Steve lectures and writes on topics of interest in his areas of expertise. He has been a trustee and director for several charitable organizations including the Sherbekow Foundation and the Corporate Alliance for Drug Education. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=467 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=467&page=6 Address : 263 Drum Point Road, Phone : 732-262-9248, City : Brick The American Board of Certification announced that John S. Mairo, a principal of Porzio, Bromberg & Newman, has successfully completed the requirements for national certification in business bankruptcy law. To become certified, Mr. Mairo satisfied several requirements, including at least five years in full-time practice of bankruptcy, evidence of his knowledge based upon a review of his cases, and completion of numerous bankruptcy courses. In addition, he passed a comprehensive written examination. Mr. Mairo is co-chair of the firm†s Bankruptcy Department and concentrates his practice in the areas of bankruptcy, workouts, financial reorganizations and creditors' rights in both New Jersey and New York. Mr. Mairo represents creditors†committees, secured creditors, administrative agents for syndicates of lenders, debtors, landlords, equipment suppliers and other parties in large and small bankruptcy cases. The American Board of Certification (ABC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the public and improving the quality of the bankruptcy bar. The rigorous ABC certification standards are designed to encourage bankruptcy practitioners to strive toward excellence and to recognize those attorneys who are experts in the bankruptcy field. The American Board of Certification announced that John S. Mairo, a principal of Porzio, Bromberg & Newman, has successfully completed the requirements for national certification in business bankruptcy law. To become certified, Mr. Mairo satisfied several requirements, including at least five years in full-time practice of bankruptcy, evidence of his knowledge based upon a review of his cases, and completion of numerous bankruptcy courses. In addition, he passed a comprehensive written examination. Mr. Mairo is co-chair of the firm†s Bankruptcy Department and concentrates his practice in the areas of bankruptcy, workouts, financial reorganizations and creditors' rights in both New Jersey and New York. Mr. Mairo represents creditors†committees, secured creditors, administrative agents for syndicates of lenders, debtors, landlords, equipment suppliers and other parties in large and small bankruptcy cases. The American Board of Certification (ABC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the public and improving the quality of the bankruptcy bar. The rigorous ABC certification standards are designed to encourage bankruptcy practitioners to strive toward excellence and to recognize those attorneys who are experts in the bankruptcy field. The northern New Jersey office of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) announced that Thomas Spiesman, Esq. will serve as incoming president of the organization†s New Jersey Leadership Council. Spiesman will assume his responsibilities as Council president on January 1, 2008. ‽Having been personally involved with diabetes care and diabetes issues for many years, I have been drawn to the mission of the ADA. I am encouraged and excited by the tremendous advances in diabetes care over the past several years and remain committed to assisting the ADA in achieving its goal to prevent and cure diabetes,” said Spiesman, who is a principal with the law firm of Porzio, Bromberg & Newman in Morristown, NJ, and a member of the firm†s Environmental Law, Land Use and Real Estate Practice Group. Spiesman has volunteered with the ADA for the past 15 years. As president of the ADA's New Jersey Leadership Council, one of his primary roles will be to increase awareness and foster relationships between the ADA and the local business community. The northern New Jersey office of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) announced that Thomas Spiesman, Esq. will serve as incoming president of the organization†s New Jersey Leadership Council. Spiesman will assume his responsibilities as Council president on January 1, 2008. ‽Having been personally involved with diabetes care and diabetes issues for many years, I have been drawn to the mission of the ADA. I am encouraged and excited by the tremendous advances in diabetes care over the past several years and remain committed to assisting the ADA in achieving its goal to prevent and cure diabetes,” said Spiesman, who is a principal with the law firm of Porzio, Bromberg & Newman in Morristown, NJ, and a member of the firm†s Environmental Law, Land Use and Real Estate Practice Group. Spiesman has volunteered with the ADA for the past 15 years. As president of the ADA's New Jersey Leadership Council, one of his primary roles will be to increase awareness and foster relationships between the ADA and the local business community. Porzio, Bromberg & Newman P.C. is pleased to announce that New Jersey Law Journal has named Linda Pissott Reig to its 40 under 40 list of lawyers. The attorneys are selected based on achievements in their careers, recognition by peers and professional organizations, membership and leadership in bar and other associations, and records of lectures and publications. The 40 lawyers selected are viewed as the future leaders of the New Jersey bar. Ms. Reig is a principal of Porzio, Bromberg & Newman in the Pharmaceutical Marketing and Sales Compliance and Litigation Department and Appellate Practice Group. Ms. Reig defends pharmaceuticals in products liability, class action and consumer fraud lawsuits. She also evaluates drug advertising and promotion, gifts to physician, educational grants and continuing medical education programs, use of market research services, interactions with managed care organizations, and promotion over the Internet. She conducts in-depth training on standards covering the marketing and sales of drug products, and develops policies and standard operating procedures in connection with establishing an effective compliance program. Additionally, she advises on evaluation of post-marketing adverse events and implementation of labeling changes. Ms. Reig is a summa cum laude graduate of Rutgers Newark College of Arts & Sciences, and cum laude graduate of Georgetown University Law Center. Following law school, Ms. Reig was a judicial law clerk with then New Jersey Supreme Court Justice Marie L. Garibaldi. She is Chairman of the Board of the New Jersey Defense Association, and past chairperson of the NJDA†s Products Liability Committee. She also is a member of the Defense Research Institute†s Drug & Medical Device Committee and the NJ State Bar Association Appellate Practice Committee. Porzio, Bromberg & Newman P.C. is pleased to announce that New Jersey Law Journal has named Linda Pissott Reig to its 40 under 40 list of lawyers. The attorneys are selected based on achievements in their careers, recognition by peers and professional organizations, membership and leadership in bar and other associations, and records of lectures and publications. The 40 lawyers selected are viewed as the future leaders of the New Jersey bar. Ms. Reig is a principal of Porzio, Bromberg & Newman in the Pharmaceutical Marketing and Sales Compliance and Litigation Department and Appellate Practice Group. Ms. Reig defends pharmaceuticals in products liability, class action and consumer fraud lawsuits. She also evaluates drug advertising and promotion, gifts to physician, educational grants and continuing medical education programs, use of market research services, interactions with managed care organizations, and promotion over the Internet. She conducts in-depth training on standards covering the marketing and sales of drug products, and develops policies and standard operating procedures in connection with establishing an effective compliance program. Additionally, she advises on evaluation of post-marketing adverse events and implementation of labeling changes. Ms. Reig is a summa cum laude graduate of Rutgers Newark College of Arts & Sciences, and cum laude graduate of Georgetown University Law Center. Following law school, Ms. Reig was a judicial law clerk with then New Jersey Supreme Court Justice Marie L. Garibaldi. She is Chairman of the Board of the New Jersey Defense Association, and past chairperson of the NJDA†s Products Liability Committee. She also is a member of the Defense Research Institute†s Drug & Medical Device Committee and the NJ State Bar Association Appellate Practice Committee. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1906 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1906&page=7 Address : 1011 Route 22 WestP.O. Box 6881 ,, Phone : 908-722-6300, City : Bridgewater http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=906 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=906&page=8 Address : 5 Terri LaneSuite 13 ,, Phone : 609-914-0020, City : Burlington Terrence R. Heffernan, Sara M. Donnersbach and Glenn E. Algie, partners with Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. (WWR) presented Farmers Citizens Bank of Bucyrus with the annual "We†re Making A Difference" 2007 WWR Outstanding Community Partner Award at the Community Bankers Association of Ohio (CBAO) 2007 Annual Convention held at the downtown Hyatt in Cincinnati on Friday, August 10, 2007. Celebrating 100 years of service, Farmers Citizens Bank is giving back to the community in ways that are important to their customers. They have committed to donating over $20,000 to local charities when customers open a qualifying deposit or loan account during the 2nd Quarter of 2007. "From local youth groups, to band boosters, church groups, etc., Farmers Citizens Bank will make a donation in our customers' names to the organizations making a difference in people†s lives", according to Coleman J. Clougherty, President & CEO of Farmers Citizens Bank. Sponsored by WWR in partnership with the CBAO, the WWR Outstanding Community Partner Award was created to honor those community banks in Ohio that actively partner with their local communities to provide educational, community outreach and/or community service programs, and celebrates those that are investing time and resources into their communities and inspiring others through their work. Nominations were to demonstrate social vision and clearly communicate how employee volunteerism is the key to their community involvement. Along with a crystal trophy, Farmers Citizens Bank also received a check in the amount of $2,000.00. Doris M. Lambert, Vice President and Director of Risk Management for Farmers Citizens Bank, gratefully accepted the award on behalf of the bank. All registrants demonstrated a heart-felt commitment to community service and were recognized for their participation. Some of the other nominees included Citizens National Bank (Chillicothe), The Killbuck Savings Bank Company (Killbuck), Oak Hill Banks (Jackson), and The Savings Bank (Circleville). Terrence R. Heffernan is a partner in our Columbus office legal department and can be reached by phone at (614) 857-4390 or via email at theffernan@weltman.com. Sara M. Donnersbach is a partner in our Cleveland office Complex Collections department and can be reached by phone at (216) 685-1039 or via email at sdonnersbach@weltman.com. Glenn E. Algie is a partner managing the Litigation & Defense and Legal Action Recovery departments in the Cincinnati office and can be reached by phone at (513) 723-2212 or via email at galgie@weltman.com. Since 1907, Farmers Citizens Bank has had a tradition of being a locally owned bank and a tradition of proudly serving its customers. With offices in Bucyrus, Cardington, Fredericktown and Worthington, Farmers Citizens Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of FC Banc Corp. and is member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. For 100 years, Farmers Citizens Bank has upheld a strong commitment to their customers' financial needs and the communities they serve. That commitment today is as strong as when the founding directors set their signatures to the bank's original charter. As part of the year long celebration (that began on April 16, 2007) Farmers Citizens Bank announced the first major promotion of the 100th Anniversary Celebration: "Honoring Our Communities". The Community Bankers Association of Ohio is Ohio's oldest statewide financial trade association representing Independent Community Bank and Thrift Institutions. The CBAO has the influence to effectively serve, protect and promote the interests of its members through Legislative and Regulatory Representation, Annual Convention and Trade Show, Special Events, Endorsed Program, Insurance and Financial Services, Education and Training, Communications and other valued services. Terrence R. Heffernan, Sara M. Donnersbach and Glenn E. Algie, partners with Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. (WWR) presented Farmers Citizens Bank of Bucyrus with the annual "We†re Making A Difference" 2007 WWR Outstanding Community Partner Award at the Community Bankers Association of Ohio (CBAO) 2007 Annual Convention held at the downtown Hyatt in Cincinnati on Friday, August 10, 2007. Celebrating 100 years of service, Farmers Citizens Bank is giving back to the community in ways that are important to their customers. They have committed to donating over $20,000 to local charities when customers open a qualifying deposit or loan account during the 2nd Quarter of 2007. "From local youth groups, to band boosters, church groups, etc., Farmers Citizens Bank will make a donation in our customers' names to the organizations making a difference in people†s lives", according to Coleman J. Clougherty, President & CEO of Farmers Citizens Bank. Sponsored by WWR in partnership with the CBAO, the WWR Outstanding Community Partner Award was created to honor those community banks in Ohio that actively partner with their local communities to provide educational, community outreach and/or community service programs, and celebrates those that are investing time and resources into their communities and inspiring others through their work. Nominations were to demonstrate social vision and clearly communicate how employee volunteerism is the key to their community involvement. Along with a crystal trophy, Farmers Citizens Bank also received a check in the amount of $2,000.00. Doris M. Lambert, Vice President and Director of Risk Management for Farmers Citizens Bank, gratefully accepted the award on behalf of the bank. All registrants demonstrated a heart-felt commitment to community service and were recognized for their participation. Some of the other nominees included Citizens National Bank (Chillicothe), The Killbuck Savings Bank Company (Killbuck), Oak Hill Banks (Jackson), and The Savings Bank (Circleville). Terrence R. Heffernan is a partner in our Columbus office legal department and can be reached by phone at (614) 857-4390 or via email at theffernan@weltman.com. Sara M. Donnersbach is a partner in our Cleveland office Complex Collections department and can be reached by phone at (216) 685-1039 or via email at sdonnersbach@weltman.com. Glenn E. Algie is a partner managing the Litigation & Defense and Legal Action Recovery departments in the Cincinnati office and can be reached by phone at (513) 723-2212 or via email at galgie@weltman.com. Since 1907, Farmers Citizens Bank has had a tradition of being a locally owned bank and a tradition of proudly serving its customers. With offices in Bucyrus, Cardington, Fredericktown and Worthington, Farmers Citizens Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of FC Banc Corp. and is member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. For 100 years, Farmers Citizens Bank has upheld a strong commitment to their customers' financial needs and the communities they serve. That commitment today is as strong as when the founding directors set their signatures to the bank's original charter. As part of the year long celebration (that began on April 16, 2007) Farmers Citizens Bank announced the first major promotion of the 100th Anniversary Celebration: "Honoring Our Communities". The Community Bankers Association of Ohio is Ohio's oldest statewide financial trade association representing Independent Community Bank and Thrift Institutions. The CBAO has the influence to effectively serve, protect and promote the interests of its members through Legislative and Regulatory Representation, Annual Convention and Trade Show, Special Events, Endorsed Program, Insurance and Financial Services, Education and Training, Communications and other valued services. Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. (WWR), the nation†s largest* creditors†rights law firm, is pleased to announce the formal expansion of its Healthcare Practice Group (HPG). The HPG is a dedicated legal and collections team providing services to all types of local, regional and national assisted living, nursing and rehabilitation facilities, health and recovery operations and pharmaceutical suppliers. Services include, but are not limited to: drafting and/or revising admission agreements, performing asset searches, handling bankruptcy matters, collecting account receivables, reviewing contracts, instituting demand letter programs, planning and attending discharge hearings, prosecuting and defending litigation matters, negotiating payment arrangements, recovering assets, presenting estate claims and opening estates and processing third party reimbursements. Sara Donnersbach and Stanley Green head the expanded HPG. Ms. Donnersbach, a WWR Partner states, ‽I am excited about the expansion of our group. We†ve been working with healthcare clients for quite some time now and recently they have been requesting a wider range of services. We†re in the process of increasing our staff as a direct response to the needs in the healthcare marketplace, especially in helping to maximize the timely recovery of outstanding debt. Many of our clients also look to us for advice and counsel on legal matters, as they try to run their businesses smarter and more efficiently.” WWR†s Healthcare Practice Group will have a booth in the exhibition hall of the Health Care Association of Michigan Annual Conference taking place from September 16-19, 2007 at the Soaring Eagle Resort in Mt. Pleasant, MI. Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. (WWR), the nation†s largest* creditors†rights law firm, is pleased to announce the formal expansion of its Healthcare Practice Group (HPG). The HPG is a dedicated legal and collections team providing services to all types of local, regional and national assisted living, nursing and rehabilitation facilities, health and recovery operations and pharmaceutical suppliers. Services include, but are not limited to: drafting and/or revising admission agreements, performing asset searches, handling bankruptcy matters, collecting account receivables, reviewing contracts, instituting demand letter programs, planning and attending discharge hearings, prosecuting and defending litigation matters, negotiating payment arrangements, recovering assets, presenting estate claims and opening estates and processing third party reimbursements. Sara Donnersbach and Stanley Green head the expanded HPG. Ms. Donnersbach, a WWR Partner states, ‽I am excited about the expansion of our group. We†ve been working with healthcare clients for quite some time now and recently they have been requesting a wider range of services. We†re in the process of increasing our staff as a direct response to the needs in the healthcare marketplace, especially in helping to maximize the timely recovery of outstanding debt. Many of our clients also look to us for advice and counsel on legal matters, as they try to run their businesses smarter and more efficiently.” WWR†s Healthcare Practice Group will have a booth in the exhibition hall of the Health Care Association of Michigan Annual Conference taking place from September 16-19, 2007 at the Soaring Eagle Resort in Mt. Pleasant, MI. Alan Hochheiser, managing partner of the bankruptcy practice group at Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A., the nation†s largest creditors†rights law firm based on revenue and placements according to Collections & Credit Risk magazine, was selected to the Board of the American Friends of Magen David Adom (AFMDA), American Red Magen David for Israel (ARMDI) - David Berger Chapter in Shaker Heights, Ohio. Now known as American Friends of Magen David Adom (MDA) with its national headquarters in New York City, MDA is celebrating its 67th year of supporting the vital work of MDA in Israel. Founded in 1940, the ARMDI was incorporated in the State of New York to give medical assistance to the people of Israel (then Palestine). The MDA and its team of trained volunteer and professional medical responders depend on AFMDA support to provide the entire nation†s pre-hospital emergency needs, including medical, disaster, ambulance and blood services. Al Hochheiser explained, ‽It is quite an honor to be selected to the Board of ARMDI and I look forward to the opportunity.” Al will help with the fundraising efforts of the local branch, David Berger Chapter of the ARMDI, to support the Israeli ambulance and blood services. In the past five years, AFMDA has raised over $90 million to purchase medical supplies and ambulance for MDA in Israel, while the David Berger Chapter was able to contribute $18,000 of that last year alone. Al is also on the committee for a 5k race that is taking place in October 2007 that will help contribute to their fundraising efforts for the year. Alan Hochheiser is the managing partner of the Bankruptcy department of Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. and is located in the Brooklyn Heights, Ohio operations center. Mr. Hochheiser earned his J.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Law in 1988 and his B.A. cum laude from the State University of New York at Albany in 1985. A member of the Ohio State and Cleveland Bar Associations, Mr. Hochheiser is licensed in Ohio. He is admitted to practice before the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals and the U.S. District Court (Northern District of OH, Western District of PA). Mr. Hochheiser is currently a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute (Consumer Committee member), Commercial Law League of America, National Association of Chapter 13 Trustees (Creditors Auxillary member) and Phi Delta Phi. He is a frequent lecturer on bankruptcy issues and has been published in CUES Credit Union Management. His community involvement includes volunteering with the Fairmount Temple (Board Member and past Brotherhood President) and the Montifiore-Fairmount Temple Mitzvah Corp. Alan Hochheiser, managing partner of the bankruptcy practice group at Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A., the nation†s largest creditors†rights law firm based on revenue and placements according to Collections & Credit Risk magazine, was selected to the Board of the American Friends of Magen David Adom (AFMDA), American Red Magen David for Israel (ARMDI) - David Berger Chapter in Shaker Heights, Ohio. Now known as American Friends of Magen David Adom (MDA) with its national headquarters in New York City, MDA is celebrating its 67th year of supporting the vital work of MDA in Israel. Founded in 1940, the ARMDI was incorporated in the State of New York to give medical assistance to the people of Israel (then Palestine). The MDA and its team of trained volunteer and professional medical responders depend on AFMDA support to provide the entire nation†s pre-hospital emergency needs, including medical, disaster, ambulance and blood services. Al Hochheiser explained, ‽It is quite an honor to be selected to the Board of ARMDI and I look forward to the opportunity.” Al will help with the fundraising efforts of the local branch, David Berger Chapter of the ARMDI, to support the Israeli ambulance and blood services. In the past five years, AFMDA has raised over $90 million to purchase medical supplies and ambulance for MDA in Israel, while the David Berger Chapter was able to contribute $18,000 of that last year alone. Al is also on the committee for a 5k race that is taking place in October 2007 that will help contribute to their fundraising efforts for the year. Alan Hochheiser is the managing partner of the Bankruptcy department of Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. and is located in the Brooklyn Heights, Ohio operations center. Mr. Hochheiser earned his J.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Law in 1988 and his B.A. cum laude from the State University of New York at Albany in 1985. A member of the Ohio State and Cleveland Bar Associations, Mr. Hochheiser is licensed in Ohio. He is admitted to practice before the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals and the U.S. District Court (Northern District of OH, Western District of PA). Mr. Hochheiser is currently a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute (Consumer Committee member), Commercial Law League of America, National Association of Chapter 13 Trustees (Creditors Auxillary member) and Phi Delta Phi. He is a frequent lecturer on bankruptcy issues and has been published in CUES Credit Union Management. His community involvement includes volunteering with the Fairmount Temple (Board Member and past Brotherhood President) and the Montifiore-Fairmount Temple Mitzvah Corp. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2498 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2498&page=9 Address : 129 North BroadwaySuite 302 ,, Phone : 856-365-5100, City : Camden http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=282 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=282&page=10 Address : 127 Main Street, Phone : 973-635-6300, City : Chatham http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1580 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1580&page=12 Address : 1 Main Street, Phone : 973-635-5400, City : Chatham http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=209 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=209&page=13 Address : 1135 Broad StreetSuite 207 ,, Phone : 973-365-6140, City : Clifton http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1551 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1551&page=32 Address : 1940 Marlton Pike ESuite 200 ,, Phone : 856-424-8200, City : Cherry Hill WolfBlock has secured a reversal of a decision by the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance to eliminate diagnostic radiologists who perform mammography from the classes of eligible recipients for the 2006 Medical Malpractice Liability Insurance Premium Assistance Fund. Wolfblock attorneys had submitted written comments on two separate occasions and met with Department officials along with representatives of the Radiological Society of New Jersey, arguing against the exclusion of these physicians from qualifying for relief under the fund. On July 23, the Department issued a final decision stating that radiologists will continue to be covered by the fund and acknowledged that WolfBlock presented sufficient evidence to demonstrate that access to diagnostic radiologists who perform mammograms is so significantly threatened in New Jersey as to warrant inclusion among the classes of eligible fund recipients. This is the final year of the three-year program under which certain physicians can receive a premium through the fund to help offset the rising costs of medical malpractice insurance. While diagnostic radiologists performing mammography did receive relief under the fund for the past two years, the Department initially decided this year to exclude the radiologists from subsidies after a finding that radiologists did not face premium increases from the prior year and that access to care was not threatened. WolfBlock attorneys argued successfully that diagnostic radiologists who perform mammography continue to face substantial malpractice premium increases and are a class of physicians whose access is so threatened as to necessitate eligibility for adequate access to the fund without subsidizing. WolfBlock has secured a reversal of a decision by the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance to eliminate diagnostic radiologists who perform mammography from the classes of eligible recipients for the 2006 Medical Malpractice Liability Insurance Premium Assistance Fund. Wolfblock attorneys had submitted written comments on two separate occasions and met with Department officials along with representatives of the Radiological Society of New Jersey, arguing against the exclusion of these physicians from qualifying for relief under the fund. On July 23, the Department issued a final decision stating that radiologists will continue to be covered by the fund and acknowledged that WolfBlock presented sufficient evidence to demonstrate that access to diagnostic radiologists who perform mammograms is so significantly threatened in New Jersey as to warrant inclusion among the classes of eligible fund recipients. This is the final year of the three-year program under which certain physicians can receive a premium through the fund to help offset the rising costs of medical malpractice insurance. While diagnostic radiologists performing mammography did receive relief under the fund for the past two years, the Department initially decided this year to exclude the radiologists from subsidies after a finding that radiologists did not face premium increases from the prior year and that access to care was not threatened. WolfBlock attorneys argued successfully that diagnostic radiologists who perform mammography continue to face substantial malpractice premium increases and are a class of physicians whose access is so threatened as to necessitate eligibility for adequate access to the fund without subsidizing. WolfBlock is pleased to announce that Litigation Partner Juliane Balliro has achieved a successful verdict on behalf of plaintiffs Peter Limone and his family and the Estates of Henry and Jeanette Tameleo in a civil suit against the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Judge Nancy Gertner of the U.S. District Court in Boston awarded damages of $101.7 million to be paid by the federal government for the wrongful convictions and nearly four-decades of false imprisonment of Balliro's clients, as well as Joseph Salvati, The Estate of Louis Greco and their families. Judge Gertner announced the verdict on July 26, 2007, finding against the FBI for the wrongful conviction of plaintiffs Limone, Tameleo, Salvati and Greco. The decision in the civil suit marks the largest award for a wrongful conviction in U.S. history. It follows the case in which a state judge overturned the murder convictions of the four men after FBI files were discovered more than seven years ago that had never been turned over during the original murder trial in 1968. Balliro, and her co-counsel, successfully argued that the FBI suborned perjury and deliberately withheld documents that would have exonerated the men, who had been framed by the FBI for the murder of Edward Deegan. Judge Gertner ordered the federal government to pay a record $101.7 million, finding that agents encouraged witness Joseph Barboza to lie, knew that Barboza had falsely implicated the men in order to protect another FBI informant and withheld evidence the FBI knew could prove the four men were not involved in the murder. A partner in WolfBlock's Business Litigation Practice Group, Balliro represents companies, executives and individuals in complex business, employment and white collar criminal matters. She has tried more than 100 cases in state and federal courts, and her previous successes have included a $5 million judgment in a civil rights matter and a judgment exceeding $1 million dollars in a claim for retaliation based upon pregnancy discrimination. Balliro is a frequent lecturer on labor and employment, criminal defense and civil rights issues and has been a contributing author to a wide variety of legal publications. She was formerly president of the Massachusetts Association of Women Lawyers and a former member of the board of directors of the Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Balliro received her J.D. from Boston College School of Law in 1981 and her B.A. from Boston College in 1978. WolfBlock is pleased to announce that Litigation Partner Juliane Balliro has achieved a successful verdict on behalf of plaintiffs Peter Limone and his family and the Estates of Henry and Jeanette Tameleo in a civil suit against the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Judge Nancy Gertner of the U.S. District Court in Boston awarded damages of $101.7 million to be paid by the federal government for the wrongful convictions and nearly four-decades of false imprisonment of Balliro's clients, as well as Joseph Salvati, The Estate of Louis Greco and their families. Judge Gertner announced the verdict on July 26, 2007, finding against the FBI for the wrongful conviction of plaintiffs Limone, Tameleo, Salvati and Greco. The decision in the civil suit marks the largest award for a wrongful conviction in U.S. history. It follows the case in which a state judge overturned the murder convictions of the four men after FBI files were discovered more than seven years ago that had never been turned over during the original murder trial in 1968. Balliro, and her co-counsel, successfully argued that the FBI suborned perjury and deliberately withheld documents that would have exonerated the men, who had been framed by the FBI for the murder of Edward Deegan. Judge Gertner ordered the federal government to pay a record $101.7 million, finding that agents encouraged witness Joseph Barboza to lie, knew that Barboza had falsely implicated the men in order to protect another FBI informant and withheld evidence the FBI knew could prove the four men were not involved in the murder. A partner in WolfBlock's Business Litigation Practice Group, Balliro represents companies, executives and individuals in complex business, employment and white collar criminal matters. She has tried more than 100 cases in state and federal courts, and her previous successes have included a $5 million judgment in a civil rights matter and a judgment exceeding $1 million dollars in a claim for retaliation based upon pregnancy discrimination. Balliro is a frequent lecturer on labor and employment, criminal defense and civil rights issues and has been a contributing author to a wide variety of legal publications. She was formerly president of the Massachusetts Association of Women Lawyers and a former member of the board of directors of the Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Balliro received her J.D. from Boston College School of Law in 1981 and her B.A. from Boston College in 1978. The National Labor Relations Board has issued a long-awaited decision with national implications both for owners/developers of construction projects and for building and construction trades unions. According to Richard Reibstein, a partner in WolfBlock's Employment Services practice who represented the owner/developer in this case, the unions had hoped that the NLRB would clear the way for them to lawfully use the environmental regulatory process to secure agreements with owner/developers so that large construction projects in the private sector would be built solely with union labor. The NLRB, however, found that this effort by construction unions violated the National Labor Relations Act. The decision involved the Glens Falls (NY) Building and Construction Trades Council, a group of construction labor unions. When the Trades Council learned that the owner/developer, Indeck Energy Services, was placing a new cogeneration power plant project up for bids by construction management firms, the Trades Council informed Indeck that its union members would oppose the project on environmental grounds if the project was built with non-union labor. That led to an agreement between Indeck and the Trades Council in which Indeck would instruct its construction manager to use only union labor on the project. In return, the Trades Council agreed to support the project with the regulatory agencies. Indeck then retained a construction manager and instructed it to use only union labor on the project. The construction manager negotiated a Project Labor Agreement with the Trades Council and began the engineering for the power plant. But after a dispute arose between Indeck and the construction manager over delays in the start of construction of the project, Indeck declared that the construction manager had defaulted and proceeded to secure bids from other contractors. The only construction firms that were willing to bid on the project were companies that would agree to build the project on an open-shop basis, meaning both union and non-union subcontractors would be used. Although the project was eventually built predominantly with union workers, the Trades Council sued Indeck for $12 million, claiming that the new construction manager's failure to use only union subcontractors was a breach of contract on Indeck's behalf. Indeck filed an unfair labor practice charge against the Trades Council with the NLRB, alleging that the lawsuit by the unions was illegal under the National Labor Relations Act. The Supreme Court of the United States had ruled in 1974 that unions could enter into valid agreements that construction projects could be built with all-union workers, but only if the agreement was negotiated in the context of the collective bargaining process. According to Reibstein, Indeck alleged that the agreement it signed with the Trades Council was part of the political process and not part of the collective bargaining process. After two hearings before different Administrative Law Judges, the NLRB agreed, finding that the Trades Council's lawsuit was an illegal attempt to enforce an invalid agreement. The National Labor Relations Board has issued a long-awaited decision with national implications both for owners/developers of construction projects and for building and construction trades unions. According to Richard Reibstein, a partner in WolfBlock's Employment Services practice who represented the owner/developer in this case, the unions had hoped that the NLRB would clear the way for them to lawfully use the environmental regulatory process to secure agreements with owner/developers so that large construction projects in the private sector would be built solely with union labor. The NLRB, however, found that this effort by construction unions violated the National Labor Relations Act. The decision involved the Glens Falls (NY) Building and Construction Trades Council, a group of construction labor unions. When the Trades Council learned that the owner/developer, Indeck Energy Services, was placing a new cogeneration power plant project up for bids by construction management firms, the Trades Council informed Indeck that its union members would oppose the project on environmental grounds if the project was built with non-union labor. That led to an agreement between Indeck and the Trades Council in which Indeck would instruct its construction manager to use only union labor on the project. In return, the Trades Council agreed to support the project with the regulatory agencies. Indeck then retained a construction manager and instructed it to use only union labor on the project. The construction manager negotiated a Project Labor Agreement with the Trades Council and began the engineering for the power plant. But after a dispute arose between Indeck and the construction manager over delays in the start of construction of the project, Indeck declared that the construction manager had defaulted and proceeded to secure bids from other contractors. The only construction firms that were willing to bid on the project were companies that would agree to build the project on an open-shop basis, meaning both union and non-union subcontractors would be used. Although the project was eventually built predominantly with union workers, the Trades Council sued Indeck for $12 million, claiming that the new construction manager's failure to use only union subcontractors was a breach of contract on Indeck's behalf. Indeck filed an unfair labor practice charge against the Trades Council with the NLRB, alleging that the lawsuit by the unions was illegal under the National Labor Relations Act. The Supreme Court of the United States had ruled in 1974 that unions could enter into valid agreements that construction projects could be built with all-union workers, but only if the agreement was negotiated in the context of the collective bargaining process. According to Reibstein, Indeck alleged that the agreement it signed with the Trades Council was part of the political process and not part of the collective bargaining process. After two hearings before different Administrative Law Judges, the NLRB agreed, finding that the Trades Council's lawsuit was an illegal attempt to enforce an invalid agreement. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2578 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2578&page=15 Address : 210 Lake Drive EastSuite 200 ,, Phone : 856-779-3600, City : Cherry Hill Judge Nathaniel Jones, Blank Rome's chief diversity and inclusion officer, is being honored by the American Lawyer magazine, as a recipient of its fourth annual Lifetime Achievement Awards. This year†s award recipients, as well as the law firms selected for the magazine†s 2007 "A-List" rankings, will be honored at a gala dinner on October 24, 2007, in New York City. Judge Jones practices litigation in Blank Rome's Cincinnati, Ohio, office. He was general counsel of the NAACP for a decade, beginning in 1969, taking several cases to the U.S. Supreme Court. President Jimmy Carter named him to the Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, where he served with distinction for 23 years. "Over their distinguished careers, these individuals have exemplified the legal profession†s twin values of client service and public duty. Though they come from a variety of backgrounds, firms, and locales, they share careers of remarkable distinction and have set outstanding examples for younger members of the profession. We†re pleased to recognize their accomplishments through the American Lawyer†s Lifetime Achievement Awards," said Aric Press, editor in chief. Judge Nathaniel Jones, Blank Rome's chief diversity and inclusion officer, is being honored by the American Lawyer magazine, as a recipient of its fourth annual Lifetime Achievement Awards. This year†s award recipients, as well as the law firms selected for the magazine†s 2007 "A-List" rankings, will be honored at a gala dinner on October 24, 2007, in New York City. Judge Jones practices litigation in Blank Rome's Cincinnati, Ohio, office. He was general counsel of the NAACP for a decade, beginning in 1969, taking several cases to the U.S. Supreme Court. President Jimmy Carter named him to the Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, where he served with distinction for 23 years. "Over their distinguished careers, these individuals have exemplified the legal profession†s twin values of client service and public duty. Though they come from a variety of backgrounds, firms, and locales, they share careers of remarkable distinction and have set outstanding examples for younger members of the profession. We†re pleased to recognize their accomplishments through the American Lawyer†s Lifetime Achievement Awards," said Aric Press, editor in chief. Blank Rome is pleased to announce it has been accepted by the American Chemistry Council (ACC) to be a member of the Friends of Responsible Care® (FoRC) program. Blank Rome is the only law firm to date accepted into the FoRC program, in recognition of the Firm†s success in providing legal advice and counsel to chemical industry clients on matters including chemical and maritime facility security, hazardous materials transportation, environmental, financing, intellectual property, and international trade, to name a few. Through the FoRC program, Blank Rome will help contribute to the environmental, health, safety, and security improvements in the business of chemistry. The Friends of Responsible Care® program enables individuals or organizations that are not members of the ACC to demonstrate their support of Responsible Care. Responsible Care is a global chemical industry performance initiative that is implemented in the United States through the ACC and helps America†s leading chemical companies go above and beyond government requirements and openly communicate their results to the public. Since its inception in 1988, the Responsible Care program has resulted in reduced environmental releases of 78 percent and an employee safety record that is more than five times safer than the average of the U.S. manufacturing sector. Blank Rome is pleased to announce it has been accepted by the American Chemistry Council (ACC) to be a member of the Friends of Responsible Care® (FoRC) program. Blank Rome is the only law firm to date accepted into the FoRC program, in recognition of the Firm†s success in providing legal advice and counsel to chemical industry clients on matters including chemical and maritime facility security, hazardous materials transportation, environmental, financing, intellectual property, and international trade, to name a few. Through the FoRC program, Blank Rome will help contribute to the environmental, health, safety, and security improvements in the business of chemistry. The Friends of Responsible Care® program enables individuals or organizations that are not members of the ACC to demonstrate their support of Responsible Care. Responsible Care is a global chemical industry performance initiative that is implemented in the United States through the ACC and helps America†s leading chemical companies go above and beyond government requirements and openly communicate their results to the public. Since its inception in 1988, the Responsible Care program has resulted in reduced environmental releases of 78 percent and an employee safety record that is more than five times safer than the average of the U.S. manufacturing sector. Blank Rome is pleased to announce Tyler Brody has joined the Firm as an associate in the litigation group, and will be based in the Philadelphia office. Prior to joining Blank Rome, Mr. Brody served as an assistant district attorney in the Appeals and PCRA Units of the Philadelphia District Attorney†s Office. In this capacity, Mr. Brody represented the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in over 100 cases before the Pennsylvania appellate courts. He also litigated numerous petitions filed under Pennsylvania†s Post-Conviction Relief Act in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas. Admitted to practice in Philadelphia and New York, Mr. Brody received his law degree from Emory University School of Law, where he received the Arthur K. Bolton Award for Excellence in Brief Writing and was member of the Emory Law School Moot Court Society. Mr. Brody also holds a bachelor of arts in political science from Columbia University. Blank Rome is pleased to announce Tyler Brody has joined the Firm as an associate in the litigation group, and will be based in the Philadelphia office. Prior to joining Blank Rome, Mr. Brody served as an assistant district attorney in the Appeals and PCRA Units of the Philadelphia District Attorney†s Office. In this capacity, Mr. Brody represented the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in over 100 cases before the Pennsylvania appellate courts. He also litigated numerous petitions filed under Pennsylvania†s Post-Conviction Relief Act in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas. Admitted to practice in Philadelphia and New York, Mr. Brody received his law degree from Emory University School of Law, where he received the Arthur K. Bolton Award for Excellence in Brief Writing and was member of the Emory Law School Moot Court Society. Mr. Brody also holds a bachelor of arts in political science from Columbia University. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=205 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=205&page=16 Address : 535 Route 38 EastSuite 360 ,, Phone : 856-317-9122, City : Cherry Hill http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1028 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1028&page=18 Address : 535 Route 38Suite 145A ,, Phone : 856-317-1299, City : Cherry Hill Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox, LLP (MGKF), an environmental, energy and land use law firm, is pleased to announce that several of the firm†s attorneys have received national recognition in their field by Chambers USA. Included in the Chambers USA list of top environmental lawyers are MGKF partners Joseph Manko, Robert Fox, Bart Cassidy, Marc Gold, Bruce Katcher, Michael Meloy, Rodd Bender, Jill Kaplan, and Jonathan Spergel. The following statement is printed in the 2007 Chambers USA directory about MGKF: ‽Pennsylvania†s preeminent environmental boutique was hailed for the unbeatable depth and breadth of experience it offers. The steadily growing 24-lawyer team is dedicated to providing the full spectrum of environmental regulatory compliance, brownfield redevelopment, land use and litigation advice. It is also becoming increasingly involved in large-scale energy projects.” Chambers and Partners has published these highly-regarded guides to the legal profession since 1969. The Chambers Guides list the top lawyers and law firms in 175 countries, providing independent rankings and editorial commentary. The chosen lawyers are selected through peer and client-review interviews conducted by 100 experienced researchers. Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox, LLP (MGKF), an environmental, energy and land use law firm, is pleased to announce that several of the firm†s attorneys have received national recognition in their field by Chambers USA. Included in the Chambers USA list of top environmental lawyers are MGKF partners Joseph Manko, Robert Fox, Bart Cassidy, Marc Gold, Bruce Katcher, Michael Meloy, Rodd Bender, Jill Kaplan, and Jonathan Spergel. The following statement is printed in the 2007 Chambers USA directory about MGKF: ‽Pennsylvania†s preeminent environmental boutique was hailed for the unbeatable depth and breadth of experience it offers. The steadily growing 24-lawyer team is dedicated to providing the full spectrum of environmental regulatory compliance, brownfield redevelopment, land use and litigation advice. It is also becoming increasingly involved in large-scale energy projects.” Chambers and Partners has published these highly-regarded guides to the legal profession since 1969. The Chambers Guides list the top lawyers and law firms in 175 countries, providing independent rankings and editorial commentary. The chosen lawyers are selected through peer and client-review interviews conducted by 100 experienced researchers. Joseph Manko, a founding partner of Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox, LLP, was recently elected to the Fairmount Park Commission for a five-year term by the Board of Judges of the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia. As a commissioner, Manko will help manage 9,200 acres of land in 63 parks located throughout Philadelphia. In addition to being a founding partner of Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox, LLP, an environmental, energy and land use law firm based in Bala Cynwyd, Manko has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 1991. For 18 years, he served as a lecturer-in-law at the University of Pennsylvania Law School and at Vermont Law School. Manko served as Commissioner to Lower Merion Township for 27 years until his retirement in July 2006, making him the township†s longest serving elected official. He also served as Director of the Pennsylvania Bar Institute, as an Honorary Director of the Lower Merion Conservancy and is a member of the Montgomery County Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Task Force. Manko is a former Chairman of the Board of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council and has served as a Commissioner on Governor Ridge's 21st Century Environmental Commission, and currently serves as Governor Rendell's designee to chair the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PennVest) Board of Directors. Manko graduated magna cum laude from Yale University in 1961 and cum laude from Harvard Law School in 1964. Fairmount Park was established in 1867 by an Act of Assembly by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In addition to overseeing the management of Fairmount Park, the Commission is responsible for the management of additional outlying parks and parkways, the maintenance of street trees throughout Philadelphia, and the stewardship of many historic properties, artifacts, and art collections donated to the Commission. The Commission has 16 members. Six are ex-officio members and 10 are citizens appointed by the Board of Judges. Joseph Manko, a founding partner of Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox, LLP, was recently elected to the Fairmount Park Commission for a five-year term by the Board of Judges of the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia. As a commissioner, Manko will help manage 9,200 acres of land in 63 parks located throughout Philadelphia. In addition to being a founding partner of Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox, LLP, an environmental, energy and land use law firm based in Bala Cynwyd, Manko has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 1991. For 18 years, he served as a lecturer-in-law at the University of Pennsylvania Law School and at Vermont Law School. Manko served as Commissioner to Lower Merion Township for 27 years until his retirement in July 2006, making him the township†s longest serving elected official. He also served as Director of the Pennsylvania Bar Institute, as an Honorary Director of the Lower Merion Conservancy and is a member of the Montgomery County Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Task Force. Manko is a former Chairman of the Board of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council and has served as a Commissioner on Governor Ridge's 21st Century Environmental Commission, and currently serves as Governor Rendell's designee to chair the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PennVest) Board of Directors. Manko graduated magna cum laude from Yale University in 1961 and cum laude from Harvard Law School in 1964. Fairmount Park was established in 1867 by an Act of Assembly by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In addition to overseeing the management of Fairmount Park, the Commission is responsible for the management of additional outlying parks and parkways, the maintenance of street trees throughout Philadelphia, and the stewardship of many historic properties, artifacts, and art collections donated to the Commission. The Commission has 16 members. Six are ex-officio members and 10 are citizens appointed by the Board of Judges. Joseph M. Manko, a founding partner of Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox, LLP in Bala Cynwyd, will moderate a Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI) program on Climate Change Law for Pennsylvania Lawyers on Wednesday, July 11 at the CLE Conference Center at the Wannamaker Building in Philadelphia. Climate change law is an important issue beginning to affect Pennsylvania lawyers and their clients. Pennsylvania and other states are working to increase renewable energy as well as energy efficiency and conservation. More and more cases are being brought in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, and Congress is closer to adopting major legislation regulating greenhouse gas emissions. These laws, initiatives and cases will have broad and lasting effects. Manko, who has 34 years of experience in environmental law and is a strong advocate and academic expert on environmental compliance and protection, will moderate Climate Change Law for Pennsylvania Lawyers, presented by Pennsylvania Bar Institute. Recently, Manko has delivered lectures on global warming to local and international audiences, including his presentation in December 2006 at an international conference in Bariloche, Argentina. Manko has served as a lecturer-in-law at the University of Pennsylvania Law School, teaching courses on environmental law, practice and policy, and as a guest lecturer at Vermont Law School. The program will focus on Climate Change Litigation; State, Regional and Federal Initiatives; Pennsylvania Energy and Climate Change Initiatives; Business of Climate Change; and Corporate Disclosure and Ethics. Climate Change Law for Pennsylvania Lawyers will be held on Wednesday, July 11 at the CLE Conference Center, Wanamaker Building, 10th floor, Suite 1010, Juniper Street entrance (between 13th and Broad Streets), Philadelphia. The full-day course will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with registration beginning at 8 a.m. and a luncheon at 11:45 a.m. CLE credits will be offered. Joseph M. Manko, a founding partner of Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox, LLP in Bala Cynwyd, will moderate a Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI) program on Climate Change Law for Pennsylvania Lawyers on Wednesday, July 11 at the CLE Conference Center at the Wannamaker Building in Philadelphia. Climate change law is an important issue beginning to affect Pennsylvania lawyers and their clients. Pennsylvania and other states are working to increase renewable energy as well as energy efficiency and conservation. More and more cases are being brought in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, and Congress is closer to adopting major legislation regulating greenhouse gas emissions. These laws, initiatives and cases will have broad and lasting effects. Manko, who has 34 years of experience in environmental law and is a strong advocate and academic expert on environmental compliance and protection, will moderate Climate Change Law for Pennsylvania Lawyers, presented by Pennsylvania Bar Institute. Recently, Manko has delivered lectures on global warming to local and international audiences, including his presentation in December 2006 at an international conference in Bariloche, Argentina. Manko has served as a lecturer-in-law at the University of Pennsylvania Law School, teaching courses on environmental law, practice and policy, and as a guest lecturer at Vermont Law School. The program will focus on Climate Change Litigation; State, Regional and Federal Initiatives; Pennsylvania Energy and Climate Change Initiatives; Business of Climate Change; and Corporate Disclosure and Ethics. Climate Change Law for Pennsylvania Lawyers will be held on Wednesday, July 11 at the CLE Conference Center, Wanamaker Building, 10th floor, Suite 1010, Juniper Street entrance (between 13th and Broad Streets), Philadelphia. The full-day course will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with registration beginning at 8 a.m. and a luncheon at 11:45 a.m. CLE credits will be offered. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1510 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1510&page=19 Address : 200 Lake Drive EastSuite 300 ,, Phone : 856-414-6000, City : Cherry Hill http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1527 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1527&page=20 Address : 20 Brace RoadSuite 300 ,, Phone : 856-795-3300, City : Cherry Hill In the recent case of Mencer v. Ruch, the Superior Court held that the income from a supplemental needs trust created pursuant to New York state law from the proceeds of a personal injury action should be considered income for child support purposes. Mencer, mother of Elizabeth (born Feb. 18, 2003), filed a support action on April 3, 2003, against putative father, Gary Ruch. Genetic testing established that Ruch was Elizabeth' At the time of the support conference on Mencer's support action against Ruch, he was on public assistance in New York and had applied for Social Security disability. Because Mencer had no knowledge of any other sources of income for Ruch other than his public assistance in New York, on July 11, 2005, the parties reached an agreement that Mr. Ruch's support obligation would remain at zero unless he became eligible for Social Security disability, "in which case a support order would be entered and made retroactive to April 3, 2003." On May 19, 2006, a review conference was held regarding Mencer's support action. Both parties were present and represented by counsel at the conference. At that time, Ruch remained on public assistance, and his claim for Social Security disability benefits was still unresolved. At the conference, Mencer established Ruch was the beneficiary of the supplemental needs trust created for him in New York. Ruch claimed at the conference that the amounts that he received from the trust should not be considered income for purposes of child support. On May 31, 2006, the hearing officer entered "another nonmonetary award that could be modified retroactively if Mr. Ruch's claim for Social Security disability benefits was eventually approved." Mencer appealed the hearing officer's recommendation and requested a hearing before the trial court "based upon her position that the income and principal of the trust should be included in [Mr. Ruch's] income available for Elizabeth's support." At the Aug. 16, 2006, hearing before the trial court, Ruch presented telephone testimony of a New York attorney who indicated that the trust was a "supplemental-needs trust" created pursuant to New York state law from the proceeds of the personal injury action that allows a disabled person to keep trust distributions without disqualifying a beneficiary from receiving governmental benefits. The trustee of a supplement-needs trust is not permitted to make distributions "that do not benefit the beneficiary directly but will pay for housing and other items that enhance the beneficiary's life." Interestingly, when Ruch's supplemental- needs trust was set up, child support arrearages had accrued prior to 2001 for another child born to another woman were paid from Ruch's personal injury proceeds and that mother received child support payments of $208 per month from the trust for one year until the child reached age 18. As of the date of the hearing, after the purchase of an annuity that provides monthly income to the special needs trust in the amount of $678.82, the trust had a principal balance of approximately $55,000. At the hearing before the trial court, the following evidence was produced: Ruch receives public assistance from the state of New York of approximately $350 per month. He had been denied Social Security disability benefits but had appealed that decision. During the prior school year, Ruch worked as a crossing guard for $25 a day. He decided to cease that employment because it reduced the amount of public assistance that he received. From July 2004 to July 2005, the special-needs trust distributed $19,145.80 to Ruch, and from July 2005 to July 2006, it distributed $16,729.12 to him. Among other items, the special-needs trust has paid for Ruch's cellular telephone and cable television service. Mencer testified that she earns $8 per hour and qualifies for subsidized daycare of $30 per week for Elizabeth. Due to her meager earnings, she experiences difficulty feeding and clothing her child. After the hearing, the trial court entered and order on Sept. 1, 2006, adopting the hearing officer's order. Mencer filed a timely appeal of that order presenting three issues for review: Whether the trial court erred in failing to assess income to Ruch for purposes of child support from distributions that he receives from his supplemental needs trust; Whether the trial court erred in failing to assess income to Ruch for purposes of child support in the amount of the principal of Ruch's supplemental-needs trust; and Whether the trial court erred in failing to assess an earning capacity to Mr. Ruch. The Superior Court held that the trial court misapplied the law by failing to consider as income the distributions made by the trust for Ruch's benefit and neglecting to calculate Ruch's child support obligation based on his earning capacity. The Superior Court reiterated: "[e]ach parent has an absolute obligation to support a child, and that obligation 'must be discharged by the parents even if it causes some hardship.' . . . The principal goal in child-support matters is to serve the best interest of the children through the provision of reasonable expenses." In determining each party's income available for support, "[t]he court must consider all forms of income." The Superior Court cited the very broad definition of "income" as it is applied in support cases. Ruch contended that any payments made from the trust for his benefit "are not income for child support purposes because he has no ability to control the payments." The Superior Court rejected his position because the definition of income is "simply not dependent upon whether the recipient has the ability to control receipt of that income." The Superior Court further highlighted that other forms of income, such as employer-provided perquisites "are considered income, yet the recipient has no control over his receipt of the sums paid on his behalf." The Superior Court further stated: "Section 4302 expressly provides that income from an interest in an estate or trust is income for child support purposes. . . . The fact that the instant trust was created under state law rather than a private trust instrument is irrelevant. Simply put, the fact that [Ruch] has no ability to control his receipt of funds is not pertinent to whether the payments made for his benefit are income." The Superior Court stressed that there is no "limiting phrasing" in the statutory language that requires a person to have control over his or her receipt of money in order for it to be included in the definition of income. "The definition is expansive rather than restrictive." Therefore, the Superior Court found the distributions that Ruch receives from the trust to be income since it falls within the legal definition of income under Pennsylvania law. Interestingly, Ruch also claimed that the distributions could not be used in calculating child support because the trustee is not permitted to pay child support from the trust under applicable New York law, "which allows distributions from a special-needs trust only for the benefit of the beneficiary." However, the Superior Court held that the actual distributions from the trust to Ruch are income for purposes of calculating Ruch's support obligation and that Ruch, rather than the trustee, is obligated to pay the child support. Because the Superior Court agreed with Mencer's first issue on appeal it found that her second issue became moot. The Superior Court held that though Mencer's second issue on appeal that the proceeds of a personal injury action should be considered income available for support "is in accordance with prevailing law," because the distributions from the trust are being considered income for support purposes, "the same money can not be included twice in [Ruch's] child-support obligation; the actual trust distributions on [Ruch's] behalf are more than the result of the calculation achieved by annualizing the settlement over the life of [Ruch's] support obligation." Lastly, with regard to Mencer's third issue on appeal, regarding earning capacity, the Superior Court found that Ruch's admission that he was actually working as a crossing guard and voluntarily terminated his employment because it would result in a reduction in welfare benefits established his capacity to work as a crossing guard and earn some "modicum of money to support the child he has fathered." Therefore, the Superior Court held that the distributions pursuant to the trust were income for support purposes and that Ruch should be attributed an earning capacity in line with his prior job as a crossing guard. At the conclusion of its opinion, the Superior Court stated: "[w]e feel compelled to make a closing observation. While we sympathize that [Ruch] may have a limited capacity to earn money, he acknowledged an ability to work at least a few hours a day as a crossing guard. Instead, he chose to do nothing, while enjoying the benefits of cable television and a cellular telephone, yet [Mencer] struggles to feed and clothe their child. This is a child he fathered after he suffered his head injury, which evidences an ability to perform at least some physical functions." The Superior Court then reversed the trial court's order and remanded the proceedings consistent with their opinion. This case is a reminder that the definition of income for support purposes is very broad. Further, this case reminds the practitioner that though a party may be disabled, his or her obligation to provide some form of support to his or her child will remain. Because the courts will regularly look to the past to predict the future with regard to uncertain and inconsistent income, obligors, such as Ruch (who cannot predict what his trust income/distributions will be each year), may petition to modify the support order at the end of a year if a substantial fluctuation to his/her income occurred in that year. MICHAEL E. BERTIN is an associate in the Philadelphia law firm of Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel. Bertin is co-chairman of the custody committee and a member of the executive committee of the family law section of the Philadelphia Bar Association. In the recent case of Mencer v. Ruch, the Superior Court held that the income from a supplemental needs trust created pursuant to New York state law from the proceeds of a personal injury action should be considered income for child support purposes. Mencer, mother of Elizabeth (born Feb. 18, 2003), filed a support action on April 3, 2003, against putative father, Gary Ruch. Genetic testing established that Ruch was Elizabeth' At the time of the support conference on Mencer's support action against Ruch, he was on public assistance in New York and had applied for Social Security disability. Because Mencer had no knowledge of any other sources of income for Ruch other than his public assistance in New York, on July 11, 2005, the parties reached an agreement that Mr. Ruch's support obligation would remain at zero unless he became eligible for Social Security disability, "in which case a support order would be entered and made retroactive to April 3, 2003." On May 19, 2006, a review conference was held regarding Mencer's support action. Both parties were present and represented by counsel at the conference. At that time, Ruch remained on public assistance, and his claim for Social Security disability benefits was still unresolved. At the conference, Mencer established Ruch was the beneficiary of the supplemental needs trust created for him in New York. Ruch claimed at the conference that the amounts that he received from the trust should not be considered income for purposes of child support. On May 31, 2006, the hearing officer entered "another nonmonetary award that could be modified retroactively if Mr. Ruch's claim for Social Security disability benefits was eventually approved." Mencer appealed the hearing officer's recommendation and requested a hearing before the trial court "based upon her position that the income and principal of the trust should be included in [Mr. Ruch's] income available for Elizabeth's support." At the Aug. 16, 2006, hearing before the trial court, Ruch presented telephone testimony of a New York attorney who indicated that the trust was a "supplemental-needs trust" created pursuant to New York state law from the proceeds of the personal injury action that allows a disabled person to keep trust distributions without disqualifying a beneficiary from receiving governmental benefits. The trustee of a supplement-needs trust is not permitted to make distributions "that do not benefit the beneficiary directly but will pay for housing and other items that enhance the beneficiary's life." Interestingly, when Ruch's supplemental- needs trust was set up, child support arrearages had accrued prior to 2001 for another child born to another woman were paid from Ruch's personal injury proceeds and that mother received child support payments of $208 per month from the trust for one year until the child reached age 18. As of the date of the hearing, after the purchase of an annuity that provides monthly income to the special needs trust in the amount of $678.82, the trust had a principal balance of approximately $55,000. At the hearing before the trial court, the following evidence was produced: Ruch receives public assistance from the state of New York of approximately $350 per month. He had been denied Social Security disability benefits but had appealed that decision. During the prior school year, Ruch worked as a crossing guard for $25 a day. He decided to cease that employment because it reduced the amount of public assistance that he received. From July 2004 to July 2005, the special-needs trust distributed $19,145.80 to Ruch, and from July 2005 to July 2006, it distributed $16,729.12 to him. Among other items, the special-needs trust has paid for Ruch's cellular telephone and cable television service. Mencer testified that she earns $8 per hour and qualifies for subsidized daycare of $30 per week for Elizabeth. Due to her meager earnings, she experiences difficulty feeding and clothing her child. After the hearing, the trial court entered and order on Sept. 1, 2006, adopting the hearing officer's order. Mencer filed a timely appeal of that order presenting three issues for review: Whether the trial court erred in failing to assess income to Ruch for purposes of child support from distributions that he receives from his supplemental needs trust; Whether the trial court erred in failing to assess income to Ruch for purposes of child support in the amount of the principal of Ruch's supplemental-needs trust; and Whether the trial court erred in failing to assess an earning capacity to Mr. Ruch. The Superior Court held that the trial court misapplied the law by failing to consider as income the distributions made by the trust for Ruch's benefit and neglecting to calculate Ruch's child support obligation based on his earning capacity. The Superior Court reiterated: "[e]ach parent has an absolute obligation to support a child, and that obligation 'must be discharged by the parents even if it causes some hardship.' . . . The principal goal in child-support matters is to serve the best interest of the children through the provision of reasonable expenses." In determining each party's income available for support, "[t]he court must consider all forms of income." The Superior Court cited the very broad definition of "income" as it is applied in support cases. Ruch contended that any payments made from the trust for his benefit "are not income for child support purposes because he has no ability to control the payments." The Superior Court rejected his position because the definition of income is "simply not dependent upon whether the recipient has the ability to control receipt of that income." The Superior Court further highlighted that other forms of income, such as employer-provided perquisites "are considered income, yet the recipient has no control over his receipt of the sums paid on his behalf." The Superior Court further stated: "Section 4302 expressly provides that income from an interest in an estate or trust is income for child support purposes. . . . The fact that the instant trust was created under state law rather than a private trust instrument is irrelevant. Simply put, the fact that [Ruch] has no ability to control his receipt of funds is not pertinent to whether the payments made for his benefit are income." The Superior Court stressed that there is no "limiting phrasing" in the statutory language that requires a person to have control over his or her receipt of money in order for it to be included in the definition of income. "The definition is expansive rather than restrictive." Therefore, the Superior Court found the distributions that Ruch receives from the trust to be income since it falls within the legal definition of income under Pennsylvania law. Interestingly, Ruch also claimed that the distributions could not be used in calculating child support because the trustee is not permitted to pay child support from the trust under applicable New York law, "which allows distributions from a special-needs trust only for the benefit of the beneficiary." However, the Superior Court held that the actual distributions from the trust to Ruch are income for purposes of calculating Ruch's support obligation and that Ruch, rather than the trustee, is obligated to pay the child support. Because the Superior Court agreed with Mencer's first issue on appeal it found that her second issue became moot. The Superior Court held that though Mencer's second issue on appeal that the proceeds of a personal injury action should be considered income available for support "is in accordance with prevailing law," because the distributions from the trust are being considered income for support purposes, "the same money can not be included twice in [Ruch's] child-support obligation; the actual trust distributions on [Ruch's] behalf are more than the result of the calculation achieved by annualizing the settlement over the life of [Ruch's] support obligation." Lastly, with regard to Mencer's third issue on appeal, regarding earning capacity, the Superior Court found that Ruch's admission that he was actually working as a crossing guard and voluntarily terminated his employment because it would result in a reduction in welfare benefits established his capacity to work as a crossing guard and earn some "modicum of money to support the child he has fathered." Therefore, the Superior Court held that the distributions pursuant to the trust were income for support purposes and that Ruch should be attributed an earning capacity in line with his prior job as a crossing guard. At the conclusion of its opinion, the Superior Court stated: "[w]e feel compelled to make a closing observation. While we sympathize that [Ruch] may have a limited capacity to earn money, he acknowledged an ability to work at least a few hours a day as a crossing guard. Instead, he chose to do nothing, while enjoying the benefits of cable television and a cellular telephone, yet [Mencer] struggles to feed and clothe their child. This is a child he fathered after he suffered his head injury, which evidences an ability to perform at least some physical functions." The Superior Court then reversed the trial court's order and remanded the proceedings consistent with their opinion. This case is a reminder that the definition of income for support purposes is very broad. Further, this case reminds the practitioner that though a party may be disabled, his or her obligation to provide some form of support to his or her child will remain. Because the courts will regularly look to the past to predict the future with regard to uncertain and inconsistent income, obligors, such as Ruch (who cannot predict what his trust income/distributions will be each year), may petition to modify the support order at the end of a year if a substantial fluctuation to his/her income occurred in that year. MICHAEL E. BERTIN is an associate in the Philadelphia law firm of Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel. Bertin is co-chairman of the custody committee and a member of the executive committee of the family law section of the Philadelphia Bar Association. Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP is pleased to announce that Michael E. Bertin, an associate in the Litigation department of the firm, has recently been selected as one of this year†s Pennsylvania ‽Lawyers on the Fast Track.” Bertin is one of 35 Pennsylvania attorneys under the age of 40 selected by The Legal Intelligencer and Pennsylvania Law Weekly for this honor that recognizes the future leaders of Pennsylvania†s legal community. The winners will be honored at the annual Fast Track Dinner in Philadelphia on Sept. 20, 2007. His profile, along with this year†s honorees, will be included in The Legal Intelligencer†s supplement to be published on September 24, 2007. Bertin concentrates his practice in the area of family law, where he handles all phases of the negotiation and litigation of domestic relations cases, including divorce, custody, support, alimony, property distribution, adoption, prenuptial agreements and related issues. Bertin is a former member of Council of the Family Law Section of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and is also co-chair of that Section†s Program Committee. He is co-chair of the Custody Committee and serves on the Executive Committee of the Family Law Section of the Philadelphia Bar Association. Bertin was also selected as a ‽Pennsylvania 2006 Rising Star” in the December issue of Philadelphia magazine and the Law and Politics Magazine, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers - ‽Rising Stars 2006” edition. He is a frequent lecturer and author on family law topics. He recently co-presented ‽Prepping Your Client for Their Custody Evaluation” at the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section 2007 Summer Meeting in Cambridge, MD. His recent publications include: ‽Supplemental-Needs Trust Is Considered Income in Child-Support Case,” The Legal Intelligencer, Vol. 236, No. 31 (August 14, 2007) and ‽First Impression: Bifurcation Under the Amended Divorce Code,” The Legal Intelligencer, Vol. 235, No. 113 (June 12, 2007); Case Notes in the Pennsylvania Bar Association†s Pennsylvania Family Lawyer, including ‽Superior Court Says No to Netherlands Child Relocation Request,” Vol. 29, No.1 (May 2007). He received his Bachelor of Arts degree, cum laude, from the University of Pittsburgh and his Juris Doctor from Temple University School of Law. He was the recipient of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyer†s Eric D. Turner Award at Temple University School of Law. Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP is pleased to announce that Michael E. Bertin, an associate in the Litigation department of the firm, has recently been selected as one of this year†s Pennsylvania ‽Lawyers on the Fast Track.” Bertin is one of 35 Pennsylvania attorneys under the age of 40 selected by The Legal Intelligencer and Pennsylvania Law Weekly for this honor that recognizes the future leaders of Pennsylvania†s legal community. The winners will be honored at the annual Fast Track Dinner in Philadelphia on Sept. 20, 2007. His profile, along with this year†s honorees, will be included in The Legal Intelligencer†s supplement to be published on September 24, 2007. Bertin concentrates his practice in the area of family law, where he handles all phases of the negotiation and litigation of domestic relations cases, including divorce, custody, support, alimony, property distribution, adoption, prenuptial agreements and related issues. Bertin is a former member of Council of the Family Law Section of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and is also co-chair of that Section†s Program Committee. He is co-chair of the Custody Committee and serves on the Executive Committee of the Family Law Section of the Philadelphia Bar Association. Bertin was also selected as a ‽Pennsylvania 2006 Rising Star” in the December issue of Philadelphia magazine and the Law and Politics Magazine, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers - ‽Rising Stars 2006” edition. He is a frequent lecturer and author on family law topics. He recently co-presented ‽Prepping Your Client for Their Custody Evaluation” at the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section 2007 Summer Meeting in Cambridge, MD. His recent publications include: ‽Supplemental-Needs Trust Is Considered Income in Child-Support Case,” The Legal Intelligencer, Vol. 236, No. 31 (August 14, 2007) and ‽First Impression: Bifurcation Under the Amended Divorce Code,” The Legal Intelligencer, Vol. 235, No. 113 (June 12, 2007); Case Notes in the Pennsylvania Bar Association†s Pennsylvania Family Lawyer, including ‽Superior Court Says No to Netherlands Child Relocation Request,” Vol. 29, No.1 (May 2007). He received his Bachelor of Arts degree, cum laude, from the University of Pittsburgh and his Juris Doctor from Temple University School of Law. He was the recipient of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyer†s Eric D. Turner Award at Temple University School of Law. Shari Shapiro, an associate in both the Litigation and Environmental departments of Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP, recently appeared twice this week on CN8 - The Comcast Network†s program, ‽Your Morning” to discuss recent Supreme Court decisions. The three hour program, hosted by Greg Coy, airs weekdays at 7 a.m. On Tuesday, June 26, 2007, Shapiro discussed the June 25, 2007 Supreme Court decisions â€" Morse v. Frederick and FEC v. WRTL. In Morse v. Fredrick, a student was suspended for displaying a banner reading "Bong Hits 4 Jesus" at a school function. The Court decided that drug-promoting speech by students could be restricted by the government. The FEC v. WRTL case concerned the application of the Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act (BCRA). BCRA prohibits corporations and unions from running sham issue advertisements directly prior to an election. The Court held that unless the issue advertisement could have no other meaning than directing the viewer to vote for a particular candidate, the issue advertisements could not be restricted. On Friday, June 29, 2007, Shapiro will discuss the June 28, 2007 decisions, Parents Involved v. Seattle School District (05-908) and Meredith v. Jefferson County Board of Education (05-915) which address the use of race as a factor in admissions decisions in public schools, and Panetti v. Quarterman which addresses the execution of the mentally ill. Shapiro spear-heads the development of Obermayer†s Green Building initiative and is currently pursuing LEED certification. She is also the Co-Chair of the ABA State and Local Government Section Subcommittee on Land Use/Environmental Law. She recently coordinated a seminar entitled ‽Getting Green Done…Right,” exploring the nuts and bolts of environmentally sustainable and economically viable development projects. Her presentation focused on ‽Local Regulation of Green Building Projects.” Shapiro earned her Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Pennsylvania where she received the Milton C. Sharp Award for Best Grades/Best Research in Urban Renewal or Land Use Planning. While attending the University of Pennsylvania, she obtained a Certificate in Business and Public Policy from the Wharton School of Business. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Development Studies and Modern British History from Brown University. She is admitted to practice in the states of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. She is a member of the Delaware Valley Environmental Inn of Court Society for Women Environmental Professionals Her publications include: ‽Green Projects Take Patience,” Philadelphia Business Journal, June 22, 2007; ‽The Role for Attorneys In the Practice of Building Green,” Special to the Legal Intelligencer, June 14, 2007; ABA Environmental, Energy and Resources Year in Review, 2005, 2006; and ‽The Effectiveness of Pennsylvania†s Act 2: Are Good Mechanics Enough?” Temple Journal of Science, Technology and Environmental Law, Fall 2005. Shari Shapiro, an associate in both the Litigation and Environmental departments of Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP, recently appeared twice this week on CN8 - The Comcast Network†s program, ‽Your Morning” to discuss recent Supreme Court decisions. The three hour program, hosted by Greg Coy, airs weekdays at 7 a.m. On Tuesday, June 26, 2007, Shapiro discussed the June 25, 2007 Supreme Court decisions â€" Morse v. Frederick and FEC v. WRTL. In Morse v. Fredrick, a student was suspended for displaying a banner reading "Bong Hits 4 Jesus" at a school function. The Court decided that drug-promoting speech by students could be restricted by the government. The FEC v. WRTL case concerned the application of the Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act (BCRA). BCRA prohibits corporations and unions from running sham issue advertisements directly prior to an election. The Court held that unless the issue advertisement could have no other meaning than directing the viewer to vote for a particular candidate, the issue advertisements could not be restricted. On Friday, June 29, 2007, Shapiro will discuss the June 28, 2007 decisions, Parents Involved v. Seattle School District (05-908) and Meredith v. Jefferson County Board of Education (05-915) which address the use of race as a factor in admissions decisions in public schools, and Panetti v. Quarterman which addresses the execution of the mentally ill. Shapiro spear-heads the development of Obermayer†s Green Building initiative and is currently pursuing LEED certification. She is also the Co-Chair of the ABA State and Local Government Section Subcommittee on Land Use/Environmental Law. She recently coordinated a seminar entitled ‽Getting Green Done…Right,” exploring the nuts and bolts of environmentally sustainable and economically viable development projects. Her presentation focused on ‽Local Regulation of Green Building Projects.” Shapiro earned her Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Pennsylvania where she received the Milton C. Sharp Award for Best Grades/Best Research in Urban Renewal or Land Use Planning. While attending the University of Pennsylvania, she obtained a Certificate in Business and Public Policy from the Wharton School of Business. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Development Studies and Modern British History from Brown University. She is admitted to practice in the states of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. She is a member of the Delaware Valley Environmental Inn of Court Society for Women Environmental Professionals Her publications include: ‽Green Projects Take Patience,” Philadelphia Business Journal, June 22, 2007; ‽The Role for Attorneys In the Practice of Building Green,” Special to the Legal Intelligencer, June 14, 2007; ABA Environmental, Energy and Resources Year in Review, 2005, 2006; and ‽The Effectiveness of Pennsylvania†s Act 2: Are Good Mechanics Enough?” Temple Journal of Science, Technology and Environmental Law, Fall 2005. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1778 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1778&page=21 Address : Commerce Atrium, Suite 5001701 Route 70 East, P.O. Box 1806, Phone : 856-424-4300, City : Cherry Hill Parker McCay paralegal Dawn Moskalow was recently re-elected as president of the South Jersey Paralegal Association (SJPA). Ms. Moskalow will serve her second term as SJPA president for the 2007-2008 term. The SJPA is a non-profit organization of approximately 144 members that provides professional support and expands recognition of the paralegal profession, offers continuing legal education, facilitates improvements in paralegal education programs, and promotes the paralegal image. As president, Ms. Moskalow will preside at all board and general membership meetings, appoint committee chairs, and supervise the work of the board and special committees. Ms. Moskalow is a paralegal in Parker McCay†s personal injury department. She is a resident of Sicklerville, N.J. Parker McCay paralegal Dawn Moskalow was recently re-elected as president of the South Jersey Paralegal Association (SJPA). Ms. Moskalow will serve her second term as SJPA president for the 2007-2008 term. The SJPA is a non-profit organization of approximately 144 members that provides professional support and expands recognition of the paralegal profession, offers continuing legal education, facilitates improvements in paralegal education programs, and promotes the paralegal image. As president, Ms. Moskalow will preside at all board and general membership meetings, appoint committee chairs, and supervise the work of the board and special committees. Ms. Moskalow is a paralegal in Parker McCay†s personal injury department. She is a resident of Sicklerville, N.J. Parker McCay attorney M. Allan Vogelson, former Presiding Judge, Superior Court of New Jersey, Camden County, was recently elected to the Trial Attorneys of New Jersey Board of Trustees. The Trial Attorneys of New Jersey is an organization of both plaintiff and defense attorneys from the civil and criminal bars with 800 members throughout New Jersey. The organization†s mission is to preserve and improve the civil and criminal justice systems in New Jersey. Judge Vogelson focuses his practice on alternative dispute resolution and complex litigation. He is admitted to the New Jersey bar, the U.S. Supreme Court, the U.S. 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals, the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, and the U.S. Court of Claims. He is a member of the Burlington County, Camden County, Gloucester County, New Jersey State and American bar associations. He is a resident of Cherry Hill, N.J. Parker McCay attorney M. Allan Vogelson, former Presiding Judge, Superior Court of New Jersey, Camden County, was recently elected to the Trial Attorneys of New Jersey Board of Trustees. The Trial Attorneys of New Jersey is an organization of both plaintiff and defense attorneys from the civil and criminal bars with 800 members throughout New Jersey. The organization†s mission is to preserve and improve the civil and criminal justice systems in New Jersey. Judge Vogelson focuses his practice on alternative dispute resolution and complex litigation. He is admitted to the New Jersey bar, the U.S. Supreme Court, the U.S. 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals, the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, and the U.S. Court of Claims. He is a member of the Burlington County, Camden County, Gloucester County, New Jersey State and American bar associations. He is a resident of Cherry Hill, N.J. Parker McCay attorney Damon G. Tyner was recently named to the Atlantic City Regional Mainland Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Mr. Tyner will serve on the Board for the 2007-2008 term. As a director, he will participate in directing Chamber policy and procedures, approving its budget and spending, overseeing various committees and ensuring the Chamber fulfills its purpose of fostering economic growth and a positive business climate in Atlantic County. Mr. Tyner serves as managing counsel of Parker McCay†s West Atlantic City office. His practice consists of real estate development, zoning and planning issues, land use matters, municipal law and education law. He is an active member of the community and the professional legal community through involvement in numerous community organizations and bar associations. Parker McCay attorney Damon G. Tyner was recently named to the Atlantic City Regional Mainland Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Mr. Tyner will serve on the Board for the 2007-2008 term. As a director, he will participate in directing Chamber policy and procedures, approving its budget and spending, overseeing various committees and ensuring the Chamber fulfills its purpose of fostering economic growth and a positive business climate in Atlantic County. Mr. Tyner serves as managing counsel of Parker McCay†s West Atlantic City office. His practice consists of real estate development, zoning and planning issues, land use matters, municipal law and education law. He is an active member of the community and the professional legal community through involvement in numerous community organizations and bar associations. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1832 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1832&page=22 Address : 800 Kings Highway NorthSuite 203 ,, Phone : 856-779-2799, City : Cherry Hill http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1974 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1974&page=23 Address : 457 Haddonfield RoadSuite 700 ,, Phone : 856-675-1900, City : Cherry Hill The Philadelphia Inquirer careerbuilder section featured Dilworth Paxson on January 29, 2006. Corporate Department Chair Roger Wood and Public Finance Practice Group Chair Marc Feller were quoted extensively on the financial opportunities in the field of law and at Dilworth Paxson. Feller identified the initial requirements for a successful career in business related law include the need to have a genuine interest in business, a high comfort level with numbers and endurance for long days and periodically intense deadlines. Wood's comments included discussion of the continuing education resources for attorneys in the areas of accounting and business concepts, and the importance of simultaneous detail focused and big picture thinking citing that clients need both perspectives from their counsel. Please contact hiring@dilworthlaw.com for any additional information related to legal career paths The Philadelphia Inquirer careerbuilder section featured Dilworth Paxson on January 29, 2006. Corporate Department Chair Roger Wood and Public Finance Practice Group Chair Marc Feller were quoted extensively on the financial opportunities in the field of law and at Dilworth Paxson. Feller identified the initial requirements for a successful career in business related law include the need to have a genuine interest in business, a high comfort level with numbers and endurance for long days and periodically intense deadlines. Wood's comments included discussion of the continuing education resources for attorneys in the areas of accounting and business concepts, and the importance of simultaneous detail focused and big picture thinking citing that clients need both perspectives from their counsel. Please contact hiring@dilworthlaw.com for any additional information related to legal career paths http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=633 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=633&page=24 Address : 20 Brace RoadSuite 201 ,, Phone : 856-616-2100, City : Cherry Hill Ashely M. Chan, a bankruptcy shareholder at Hangley Aronchick Segal & Pudlin, was named a 2007 Lawyer on the Fast Track by The Legal Intelligencer and Pennsylvania Law Weekly. Ms. Chan is one of 35 Pennsylvania attorneys selected this year for being one of "the future leaders of the state's legal community.” Ms. Chan concentrates her practice in the areas of bankruptcy and corporate restructuring. She is a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute and currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Homeless Advocacy Project, a legal aid project of the Philadelphia Bar Association. Ms. Chan is a 1996 graduate of Rutgers Law School-Camden, where she received Tax Honors With Distinction. She received her B.A. in Mathematics from Douglass College, Rutgers University in 1993. From 1996 to 1997, Ms. Chan served as law clerk for the Honorable Gloria M. Burns of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey. Ms. Chan was recently recognized in the 2007 Marquis Who's Who of American Women. She was also named a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer - Rising Star in 2005 and 2006 and a New Jersey Super Lawyer-Rising Star in 2007. Hangley Aronchick Segal & Pudlin, a 41-lawyer firm, has offices in Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and Cherry Hill, New Jersey. The firm†s practice includes litigation, bankruptcy, corporate and business law, real estate, education and tax and estates. Ashely M. Chan, a bankruptcy shareholder at Hangley Aronchick Segal & Pudlin, was named a 2007 Lawyer on the Fast Track by The Legal Intelligencer and Pennsylvania Law Weekly. Ms. Chan is one of 35 Pennsylvania attorneys selected this year for being one of "the future leaders of the state's legal community.” Ms. Chan concentrates her practice in the areas of bankruptcy and corporate restructuring. She is a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute and currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Homeless Advocacy Project, a legal aid project of the Philadelphia Bar Association. Ms. Chan is a 1996 graduate of Rutgers Law School-Camden, where she received Tax Honors With Distinction. She received her B.A. in Mathematics from Douglass College, Rutgers University in 1993. From 1996 to 1997, Ms. Chan served as law clerk for the Honorable Gloria M. Burns of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey. Ms. Chan was recently recognized in the 2007 Marquis Who's Who of American Women. She was also named a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer - Rising Star in 2005 and 2006 and a New Jersey Super Lawyer-Rising Star in 2007. Hangley Aronchick Segal & Pudlin, a 41-lawyer firm, has offices in Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and Cherry Hill, New Jersey. The firm†s practice includes litigation, bankruptcy, corporate and business law, real estate, education and tax and estates. Barbara A. McBride, a litigation paralegal at Hangley Aronchick Segal & Pudlin, received the 2007 Philadelphia Association of Paralegals President†s Award for her dedication to the profession. This award is given at the discretion of the President of the Association to those who have gone above and beyond the duties of their current position. Ms. McBride has served two terms on the Board of The Philadelphia Association of Paralegals and is currently the Treasurer. Ms. McBride has been a paralegal for 20 years and is a graduate of Temple University. In addition to serving as Treasurer of the Board of the Philadelphia Association of Paralegals, she is also a contributing author to the Association†s newsletter, The Philadelphia Forum and a frequent presenter at local colleges and universities for the Association. Barbara A. McBride, a litigation paralegal at Hangley Aronchick Segal & Pudlin, received the 2007 Philadelphia Association of Paralegals President†s Award for her dedication to the profession. This award is given at the discretion of the President of the Association to those who have gone above and beyond the duties of their current position. Ms. McBride has served two terms on the Board of The Philadelphia Association of Paralegals and is currently the Treasurer. Ms. McBride has been a paralegal for 20 years and is a graduate of Temple University. In addition to serving as Treasurer of the Board of the Philadelphia Association of Paralegals, she is also a contributing author to the Association†s newsletter, The Philadelphia Forum and a frequent presenter at local colleges and universities for the Association. Mark A. Aronchick, a founding member of Hangley Aronchick Segal & Pudlin, recently was appointed to Chair the Committee on the Rules of Evidence of the American College of Trial Lawyers. The American College of Trial Lawyers†mandate is to improve and elevate the standards of trial practice, the administration of justice and the ethics of the profession. The American College is made up of experienced trial lawyers who have mastered the art of advocacy and whose professional careers have been marked by the highest standards of ethical conduct, professionalism, civility and collegiality. Fellowship is extended by invitation and never can be more than 1% of the total lawyer population of any state or province. Mr. Aronchick, a member of Hangley Aronchick Segal & Pudlin†s Board of Directors, has a diverse national trial and appellate practice, including health care fraud and abuse, health care litigation, controversies involving financial institutions, antitrust, environmental, employment, securities, class actions, construction, professional malpractice, governmental, administrative, general business and white collar criminal defense cases. He is a past Chancellor of the Philadelphia Bar Association. Mr. Aronchick was a member of Mayor William J. Green's administration and was appointed as the youngest City Solicitor in the history of Philadelphia. In 1996, he became the first attorney to simultaneously serve as President of the Philadelphia Bar Foundation and Vice Chancellor of the Philadelphia Bar Association. Mr. Aronchick is a former member of the Civil Rules Committee of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and is a member of the Judicial Council of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. Mr. Aronchick graduated with honors from the University of Chicago Law School in 1974 where he was elected to the Order of the Coif. He received his B.A. cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania in 1971. Mr. Aronchick is named in Best Lawyers in America and Chambers USA: America†s Leading Lawyers for Business. Mark A. Aronchick, a founding member of Hangley Aronchick Segal & Pudlin, recently was appointed to Chair the Committee on the Rules of Evidence of the American College of Trial Lawyers. The American College of Trial Lawyers†mandate is to improve and elevate the standards of trial practice, the administration of justice and the ethics of the profession. The American College is made up of experienced trial lawyers who have mastered the art of advocacy and whose professional careers have been marked by the highest standards of ethical conduct, professionalism, civility and collegiality. Fellowship is extended by invitation and never can be more than 1% of the total lawyer population of any state or province. Mr. Aronchick, a member of Hangley Aronchick Segal & Pudlin†s Board of Directors, has a diverse national trial and appellate practice, including health care fraud and abuse, health care litigation, controversies involving financial institutions, antitrust, environmental, employment, securities, class actions, construction, professional malpractice, governmental, administrative, general business and white collar criminal defense cases. He is a past Chancellor of the Philadelphia Bar Association. Mr. Aronchick was a member of Mayor William J. Green's administration and was appointed as the youngest City Solicitor in the history of Philadelphia. In 1996, he became the first attorney to simultaneously serve as President of the Philadelphia Bar Foundation and Vice Chancellor of the Philadelphia Bar Association. Mr. Aronchick is a former member of the Civil Rules Committee of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and is a member of the Judicial Council of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. Mr. Aronchick graduated with honors from the University of Chicago Law School in 1974 where he was elected to the Order of the Coif. He received his B.A. cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania in 1971. Mr. Aronchick is named in Best Lawyers in America and Chambers USA: America†s Leading Lawyers for Business. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=999 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=999&page=25 Address : 457 Haddonfield RoadSuite 600 ,, Phone : 856-488-7700, City : Cherry Hill Montgomery McCracken announced that the lawyers of West Chester, Pa. law firm Crawford, Wilson & Ryan, LLC, an 11-attorney firm that focuses on business, corporate, real estate and land development, civil litigation and personal injury, estate, tax and family and domestic law, will be joining the firm, effective August 1, 2006. Crawford, Wilson & Ryan, LLC services clients in regional and national capacities and located throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania, including the communities of West Chester, Exton, Coatesville, Downingtown and Kennett Square, as well as other Chester County locations. Montgomery McCracken chair Steve Madva said the deal fits in with Montgomery McCracken†s strategic direction to expand and further develop the business and transactional side of the firm. ‽We expect that our employee benefits and executive compensation, immigration, tax, and corporate practices to benefit from this merger. It should also have a positive impact on our environmental law practice,” said Madva. ‽The obvious synergies that exist between the two firm†s real estate, tax, and corporate practices make this deal attractive for both parties.” Partners Fronefield Crawford, Jr., and Kevin J. Ryan will work primarily from Montgomery McCracken†s Berwyn office, while Thomas R. Wilson will remain in the downtown West Chester office. Of counsel attorneys Mike Imms, Julia Malloy-Good, Kim Denise Morton, Richard Morton, and Andrea Pettine and associates Jonathan Boughrum, Andrew McReynolds, and Kim Venzie are also expected to work out of suburban offices. Crawford has built a reputation as one of Chester County†s best known real estate attorneys through two decades of successfully representing developers, builders, and municipal agencies. He has been a frequent instructor on zoning, subdivision, and land use topics for various organizations, including The Pennsylvania Bar Institute†s Environmental Law and Municipal Law Forums, Lorman Educational Services, The Brandywine Conservancy and The Pennsylvania Land Trust Alliance. Crawford graduated cum laude from Williams College in 1965 and from Yale Law School in 1968. He received a Masters in Urban Legal Studies in 1970 from George Washington University Law School. Crawford is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania. Tom Wilson, widely recognized as a leader and educator in trial law, represents clients in real estate, products liability, automobile products liability, construction litigation, and civil trials. He is one of Chester County†s most respected litigators and has served as President of the Chester County Bar Association and the Stively Inns of the American Inns of Court. He has the distinction of certification by the National Board of Trial Advocacy as a civil litigation specialist, and he is registered with the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Wilson currently serves on the Board of Governors of the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association. Wilson received a J.D. degree from Temple University School of law and is admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania, the U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court. Known for his vigorous representation of clients before the IRS in audits, appeals and trials, Kevin Ryan focuses his practice on taxation, estate planning and administration, healthcare, and business law and transactions. He has an established reputation for bringing parties together in business transactions. Ryan frequently teaches and conducts seminars for firms and organizations in the Chester County area. Ryan graduated from Villanova University and Villanova Law School. He also earned a Masters degree in Taxation from Villanova. He is active in many community and professional organizations and is a past President of the Exton Chamber of Commerce. ‽Montgomery McCracken is a prestigious firm with a long tradition of highly skilled legal work,” said Crawford. ‽We†re looking forward to becoming a part of this tradition and are confident our strengths will complement each other very well and lead to even greater success for the entire firm.” This most recent move continues Montgomery McCracken†s strategic development and expansion of the firm†s business department. Within the past year, the firm has added Tray Beck and Richard King, formerly of Reed Smith and Wolf Block respectively, to its corporate practice, as well as bringing on former Common Pleas Court Judge Gene Cohen and Sula Baye to bolster its litigation department. U.S. Magistrate Judge Joel B. Rosen will also join the firm on September 1, 2006. Madva continues, ‽This is an exciting time for the firm from a business perspective, and we look forward to more opportunities to continue this momentum of growth. Montgomery McCracken announced that the lawyers of West Chester, Pa. law firm Crawford, Wilson & Ryan, LLC, an 11-attorney firm that focuses on business, corporate, real estate and land development, civil litigation and personal injury, estate, tax and family and domestic law, will be joining the firm, effective August 1, 2006. Crawford, Wilson & Ryan, LLC services clients in regional and national capacities and located throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania, including the communities of West Chester, Exton, Coatesville, Downingtown and Kennett Square, as well as other Chester County locations. Montgomery McCracken chair Steve Madva said the deal fits in with Montgomery McCracken†s strategic direction to expand and further develop the business and transactional side of the firm. ‽We expect that our employee benefits and executive compensation, immigration, tax, and corporate practices to benefit from this merger. It should also have a positive impact on our environmental law practice,” said Madva. ‽The obvious synergies that exist between the two firm†s real estate, tax, and corporate practices make this deal attractive for both parties.” Partners Fronefield Crawford, Jr., and Kevin J. Ryan will work primarily from Montgomery McCracken†s Berwyn office, while Thomas R. Wilson will remain in the downtown West Chester office. Of counsel attorneys Mike Imms, Julia Malloy-Good, Kim Denise Morton, Richard Morton, and Andrea Pettine and associates Jonathan Boughrum, Andrew McReynolds, and Kim Venzie are also expected to work out of suburban offices. Crawford has built a reputation as one of Chester County†s best known real estate attorneys through two decades of successfully representing developers, builders, and municipal agencies. He has been a frequent instructor on zoning, subdivision, and land use topics for various organizations, including The Pennsylvania Bar Institute†s Environmental Law and Municipal Law Forums, Lorman Educational Services, The Brandywine Conservancy and The Pennsylvania Land Trust Alliance. Crawford graduated cum laude from Williams College in 1965 and from Yale Law School in 1968. He received a Masters in Urban Legal Studies in 1970 from George Washington University Law School. Crawford is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania. Tom Wilson, widely recognized as a leader and educator in trial law, represents clients in real estate, products liability, automobile products liability, construction litigation, and civil trials. He is one of Chester County†s most respected litigators and has served as President of the Chester County Bar Association and the Stively Inns of the American Inns of Court. He has the distinction of certification by the National Board of Trial Advocacy as a civil litigation specialist, and he is registered with the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Wilson currently serves on the Board of Governors of the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association. Wilson received a J.D. degree from Temple University School of law and is admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania, the U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court. Known for his vigorous representation of clients before the IRS in audits, appeals and trials, Kevin Ryan focuses his practice on taxation, estate planning and administration, healthcare, and business law and transactions. He has an established reputation for bringing parties together in business transactions. Ryan frequently teaches and conducts seminars for firms and organizations in the Chester County area. Ryan graduated from Villanova University and Villanova Law School. He also earned a Masters degree in Taxation from Villanova. He is active in many community and professional organizations and is a past President of the Exton Chamber of Commerce. ‽Montgomery McCracken is a prestigious firm with a long tradition of highly skilled legal work,” said Crawford. ‽We†re looking forward to becoming a part of this tradition and are confident our strengths will complement each other very well and lead to even greater success for the entire firm.” This most recent move continues Montgomery McCracken†s strategic development and expansion of the firm†s business department. Within the past year, the firm has added Tray Beck and Richard King, formerly of Reed Smith and Wolf Block respectively, to its corporate practice, as well as bringing on former Common Pleas Court Judge Gene Cohen and Sula Baye to bolster its litigation department. U.S. Magistrate Judge Joel B. Rosen will also join the firm on September 1, 2006. Madva continues, ‽This is an exciting time for the firm from a business perspective, and we look forward to more opportunities to continue this momentum of growth. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1686 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1686&page=26 Address : 1814 East Route 70Suite 350 ,, Phone : 856-663-0021, City : Cherry Hill http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1912 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1912&page=27 Address : Woodland Falls Corporate Park220 Lake Drive East , Suite 200, Phone : 856-482-5222, City : Cherry Hill Philadelphia, PA: Schnader partner J. Denny Shupe was recently recognized with the President's Call to Service Award from the President's Council on Service and Civic Participation for his nationwide volunteer work with the United Service Organization (USO) in support of the country†s armed forces. He was nominated by the USO of Illinois for this prestigious honor; the President†s Call to Service Award requires that an individual complete a minimum of 4,000 hours of community service over a lifetime in order to be recognized. A retired U.S. Air Force command pilot, Mr. Shupe served more than 23 years in the active and reserve forces and has been a long-time supporter and active volunteer with the USO. He has served on the Board of Directors for the USO of Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey (Liberty USO), both as a member (1991â€"present) and as the Board chair (2001-2004). He also has played a role on the United Service Organizations (USO) Affiliate Council, serving as the national chair twice (2003-2005 and 2006-2007), and as the national chair emeritus (2005-2006). The Liberty USO is a privately funded, non-profit organization that seeks to enhance the quality of life of the region†s U.S. Armed Forces (active duty, guard and reserve) and their families. Liberty USO's innovative family and individual service member programs and services are delivered 365 days a year by volunteers at military installations and other locations throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and can include: marriage enrichment programs, survivor networking, the ‽Hero Kids” summer camp (a week-long summer camp experience for 100 children of deployed military members), phone cards for troops and their family members to allow them to keep in touch, the ‽Comfort Bear” program (providing children and young siblings of armed service members killed in action teddy bears dressed in uniform complete with soldier's name and dog tags), the ‽Helping Hand” program (providing emergency assistance with heating, electricity and other utilities or bills associated with housing for families who experience a shortfall due to a deployment), as well as operation of numerous service centers that provide deployment support for the tens of thousands of local military personnel departing to and returning from Iraq, Afghanistan and other worldwide deployment locations. The President†s Call to Service Award is issued by the President†s Council on Service and Civic Participation on behalf of the President of the United States to recognize the best in American spirit, and to encourage all Americans to improve their communities through volunteer service, and civic participation. The Award is given to individuals who complete 4,000 or more hours of volunteer service over the course of their lifetime. Individuals must be nominated for consideration by a â€~certifying organization,†which can include nonprofit, community and faith-based organizations, businesses, schools and colleges, membership and trade associations, and federal, state or local government agencies. To be recognized, service activities should meet national or community needs in the areas of youth achievement, parks and open spaces, healthy communities, and public safety and emergency response. Volunteer activities should be unpaid and may not include court-ordered community service. Philadelphia, PA: Schnader partner J. Denny Shupe was recently recognized with the President's Call to Service Award from the President's Council on Service and Civic Participation for his nationwide volunteer work with the United Service Organization (USO) in support of the country†s armed forces. He was nominated by the USO of Illinois for this prestigious honor; the President†s Call to Service Award requires that an individual complete a minimum of 4,000 hours of community service over a lifetime in order to be recognized. A retired U.S. Air Force command pilot, Mr. Shupe served more than 23 years in the active and reserve forces and has been a long-time supporter and active volunteer with the USO. He has served on the Board of Directors for the USO of Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey (Liberty USO), both as a member (1991â€"present) and as the Board chair (2001-2004). He also has played a role on the United Service Organizations (USO) Affiliate Council, serving as the national chair twice (2003-2005 and 2006-2007), and as the national chair emeritus (2005-2006). The Liberty USO is a privately funded, non-profit organization that seeks to enhance the quality of life of the region†s U.S. Armed Forces (active duty, guard and reserve) and their families. Liberty USO's innovative family and individual service member programs and services are delivered 365 days a year by volunteers at military installations and other locations throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and can include: marriage enrichment programs, survivor networking, the ‽Hero Kids” summer camp (a week-long summer camp experience for 100 children of deployed military members), phone cards for troops and their family members to allow them to keep in touch, the ‽Comfort Bear” program (providing children and young siblings of armed service members killed in action teddy bears dressed in uniform complete with soldier's name and dog tags), the ‽Helping Hand” program (providing emergency assistance with heating, electricity and other utilities or bills associated with housing for families who experience a shortfall due to a deployment), as well as operation of numerous service centers that provide deployment support for the tens of thousands of local military personnel departing to and returning from Iraq, Afghanistan and other worldwide deployment locations. The President†s Call to Service Award is issued by the President†s Council on Service and Civic Participation on behalf of the President of the United States to recognize the best in American spirit, and to encourage all Americans to improve their communities through volunteer service, and civic participation. The Award is given to individuals who complete 4,000 or more hours of volunteer service over the course of their lifetime. Individuals must be nominated for consideration by a â€~certifying organization,†which can include nonprofit, community and faith-based organizations, businesses, schools and colleges, membership and trade associations, and federal, state or local government agencies. To be recognized, service activities should meet national or community needs in the areas of youth achievement, parks and open spaces, healthy communities, and public safety and emergency response. Volunteer activities should be unpaid and may not include court-ordered community service. "Schnader Harrison Segal and Lewis LLP is pleased to announce the creation of a new department within the Firm: Tax and Wealth Management. The new department will consolidate the Firm†s trusts and estates and tax practices. The tax practice was previously housed among and across several departments, including the Trusts and Estates department and the Business Services department, and the trusts and estates practice operated as an independent, single department, consulting and collaborating with attorneys from tax as needed. The change will bring together complementary areas of expertise and allow for increased coordination with regard to corporate planning and finance concerns, as well as the development of wealth management strategies that both incorporate and extend beyond traditional trusts and estates law. It will also allow the practice groups to maximize the provision of service to clients in a more efficient and effective manner, integrating planning for closely held businesses and estate planning and allowing for planning across generations. ‽This is a logical reorganization that better aligns the practice groups,” said Chairman Ralph Wellington. ‽This new structure will allow for better oversight and will give our clients the advantage of having all the necessary perspectives and areas of expertise available to them.” Bruce A. Rosenfield â€" who previously served as the chair of the Firm†s Trusts and Estates department â€" will serve as chair of the new department. Mark T. Carlidge will head the Trusts and Estates Practice Group, Carolyn S. Nachmias will head the Tax and Business Planning Practice Group, and Roy S. Ross will serve as the administrative chair. ‽I am looking forward to leading this new Department and to working with each of the new Practice Group chairs,” said Bruce Rosenfield. ‽This initiative will provide the organization needed to take advantage of how our practice has been evolving, as well as related changes in the area of wealth management and our clients needs and desires.” Schnader†s Tax and Business Planning Practice Group handles a wide variety of matters, including structuring mergers, acquisitions and joint venture transactions; forming partnerships, limited liability companies and S corporations to operate closely held businesses and manage investment assets, such as securities and real estate; as well as providing tax advice with respect to complex, tax-driven transactions, such as tax-credit and other syndications, and tax-exempt financings. The group regularly represents clients with regard to federal, state and local tax controversies. In addition, the Practice Group has substantial experience in international tax planning, for businesses and individuals, and employee benefits, including counseling clients on executive compensation, pension, profit-sharing and retirement plans. The Trusts and Estates Practice Group provides sophisticated legal services to individuals and families of high net worth, including family business owners and corporate executives. The members of the group work with successive generations of families to develop and implement coordinated gift and estate tax plans that achieve both family and individual goals. The attorneys draft wills and lifetime and testamentary trusts that are tax efficient yet remain sensitive to each client†s personal situation. Attorneys in the group have extensive experience working with family-owned corporations and partnerships and the myriad of tax and succession planning issues that arise in the context of those entities. The attorneys also counsel clients with respect to retirement benefits, charitable giving, saving for education, and planning for disability and health care decision-making. Clients include U.S. citizens and residents, and non-resident aliens with U.S. property interests. Schnader†s Trusts and Estates lawyers also represent individual and corporate fiduciaries and beneficiaries in all phases of estate and trust administration. The group includes a full team of highly experienced accountants and fiduciary administrators who assist with the wide range of issues that arise in the administration process. Additionally, the Tax and Business Planning and the Trusts and Estates Planning Groups work in tandem to provide a wide variety of legal services to non-profit organizations, including the formation of and application for tax-exempt status for public charities and private foundations, and maintenance of federal and state tax exemptions, preparation and filing of annual federal and state returns and reports, compliance with state law disclosure requirements and counseling on the structuring and maintenance of planned giving programs. The Groups also provide guidance in connection with reorganizations and complex transactions of non-profits, as well as their governance and grant-making." "Schnader Harrison Segal and Lewis LLP is pleased to announce the creation of a new department within the Firm: Tax and Wealth Management. The new department will consolidate the Firm†s trusts and estates and tax practices. The tax practice was previously housed among and across several departments, including the Trusts and Estates department and the Business Services department, and the trusts and estates practice operated as an independent, single department, consulting and collaborating with attorneys from tax as needed. The change will bring together complementary areas of expertise and allow for increased coordination with regard to corporate planning and finance concerns, as well as the development of wealth management strategies that both incorporate and extend beyond traditional trusts and estates law. It will also allow the practice groups to maximize the provision of service to clients in a more efficient and effective manner, integrating planning for closely held businesses and estate planning and allowing for planning across generations. ‽This is a logical reorganization that better aligns the practice groups,” said Chairman Ralph Wellington. ‽This new structure will allow for better oversight and will give our clients the advantage of having all the necessary perspectives and areas of expertise available to them.” Bruce A. Rosenfield â€" who previously served as the chair of the Firm†s Trusts and Estates department â€" will serve as chair of the new department. Mark T. Carlidge will head the Trusts and Estates Practice Group, Carolyn S. Nachmias will head the Tax and Business Planning Practice Group, and Roy S. Ross will serve as the administrative chair. ‽I am looking forward to leading this new Department and to working with each of the new Practice Group chairs,” said Bruce Rosenfield. ‽This initiative will provide the organization needed to take advantage of how our practice has been evolving, as well as related changes in the area of wealth management and our clients needs and desires.” Schnader†s Tax and Business Planning Practice Group handles a wide variety of matters, including structuring mergers, acquisitions and joint venture transactions; forming partnerships, limited liability companies and S corporations to operate closely held businesses and manage investment assets, such as securities and real estate; as well as providing tax advice with respect to complex, tax-driven transactions, such as tax-credit and other syndications, and tax-exempt financings. The group regularly represents clients with regard to federal, state and local tax controversies. In addition, the Practice Group has substantial experience in international tax planning, for businesses and individuals, and employee benefits, including counseling clients on executive compensation, pension, profit-sharing and retirement plans. The Trusts and Estates Practice Group provides sophisticated legal services to individuals and families of high net worth, including family business owners and corporate executives. The members of the group work with successive generations of families to develop and implement coordinated gift and estate tax plans that achieve both family and individual goals. The attorneys draft wills and lifetime and testamentary trusts that are tax efficient yet remain sensitive to each client†s personal situation. Attorneys in the group have extensive experience working with family-owned corporations and partnerships and the myriad of tax and succession planning issues that arise in the context of those entities. The attorneys also counsel clients with respect to retirement benefits, charitable giving, saving for education, and planning for disability and health care decision-making. Clients include U.S. citizens and residents, and non-resident aliens with U.S. property interests. Schnader†s Trusts and Estates lawyers also represent individual and corporate fiduciaries and beneficiaries in all phases of estate and trust administration. The group includes a full team of highly experienced accountants and fiduciary administrators who assist with the wide range of issues that arise in the administration process. Additionally, the Tax and Business Planning and the Trusts and Estates Planning Groups work in tandem to provide a wide variety of legal services to non-profit organizations, including the formation of and application for tax-exempt status for public charities and private foundations, and maintenance of federal and state tax exemptions, preparation and filing of annual federal and state returns and reports, compliance with state law disclosure requirements and counseling on the structuring and maintenance of planned giving programs. The Groups also provide guidance in connection with reorganizations and complex transactions of non-profits, as well as their governance and grant-making." Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP is pleased to announce that Stephen A. Fogdall is the 2007 recipient of the Earl G. Harrison Pro Bono award. Mr. Fogdall was given the award and recognized at a reception held on July 12, 2007 for his dedication to public service and pro bono work, mainly in the area of prisoner civil rights. ‽The Firm is very proud of Steve and the work that he does,” remarked Ralph Wellington, Chairman of Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP. ‽Despite a busy case load, Steve finds the time to work on pro bono cases and does so with passion and skill. In all he does, he exemplifies the principles and legacy of Earl G. Harrison.” Mr. Fogdall has dedicated more than 1,000 hours to pro bono matters in the time he has been at Schnader, and his level of commitment is matched only by the level of his conviction. Although Mr. Fogdall has been involved with approximately a dozen different pro bono matters, two cases in the recent past stand out as representative of his notable pro bono efforts. In the past year, he reached an impressive settlement in a prisoner civil rights case in which it was alleged that prison officials deliberately promulgated and enforced a policy within the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections of not informing inmates when they tested positive for hepatitis. Mr. Fogdall†s client tested positive for hepatitis A, B, and C. However, no one at the prison where he was living when he was tested, or at the prison where he was subsequently transferred, ever informed him of this diagnosis. He finally learned that he had hepatitis six years later, after he was transferred to another prison and medical officials reviewing his files told him of the positive test results. When asked why he had never been informed he had hepatitis, he was told the he did not "need to know" because there was "no cure." Mr. Fogdall argued that this conscious policy of not informing inmates who test positive for hepatitis constituted deliberate indifference to the serious medical needs of the inmates and violated their constitutional rights. Shortly before the trial, Steve obtained a favorable â€" and meaningful â€" settlement for his client, which included both monetary damages and the appointment of an independent medical expert, who recommended periodic monitoring of the inmate†s condition. The Pennsylvania Attorney General†s Office has assured that the Department of Corrections will provide the recommended monitoring. Another recent prisoner†s right case involving the inadequate provision of medical care brought Mr. Fogdall before the Third Circuit Court of Appeals. His client had claimed, while proceeding pro se in the District Court, that the Delaware Department of Corrections' policy of contracting out medical care to for-profit providers violated the Eighth Amendment because the providers placed their own cost issues ahead of inmates' medical needs. Mr. Fogdall†s client suffered from a range of symptoms for years before he was eventually diagnosed with sarcoidosis, a potentially life threatening and systemic illness involving tumors that can impact numerous organs, including the lungs, lymph nodes, and the central nervous system. The prison failed to perform the diagnostic tests that would have discovered this disease in a timely manner, and then failed to perform adequate procedures to determine the extent the client's illness, despite repeated medical grievances from the prisoner. The issues before the Third Circuit were whether Mr. Fogdall's client had exhausted his administrative remedies prior to filing his complaint, and whether the District Court had erred in granting the prisoner's motion to amend his complaint to remove some of the defendants, when the client had subsequently withdrawn the motion prior to the District Court's decision. The argument before the Third Circuit was well received and is currently under review by the Court. However, because of Mr. Fogdall†s assistance, it is hoped that the client will get his day in court and be able to proceed with his claims. Mr. Fogdall is a member of Schnader†s Litigation Services Department, and participates in numerous areas of the Firm†s commercial litigation practice. He has litigation experience in state and federal courts at both the trial and appellate levels, and his practice has focused on antitrust issues in the pharmaceutical and office supply industries, the assignability of nonexclusive patent licenses, fraud in the execution of asset purchase agreements, and conflicts of interest triggered by an insurer†s duty to defend. He also has extensive experience in habeas corpus matters. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Law in 2001. During his time in law school, he organized a symposium on the role of labor unions in the new economy, gathering practitioners and academics from across the country. Before practicing law, Mr. Fogdall earned a Ph.D. in philosophy, specializing in epistemology, from the University of Washington in 1997. His dissertation dealt with the implications of mechanistic theories of human cognition. He also received his B.A., magna cum laude, from the University of Washington in 1990, and was invited to be a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. The Earl G. Harrison Pro Bono Award â€" named for one of the Firm†s original named partners â€" is presented annually to a Firm attorney or staff member who has a distinguished record of pro bono or community service. The Firm selects an honoree with a demonstrated record that consists of a single outstanding achievement of enduring value to the public good, a leading role in inspiring and sustaining pro bono service by other firm personnel, or a sustained record of personal pro bono service over a number of years. The Award reflects the tradition and collective belief of the Schnader firm: that law is more than a business, and it should include using our skill, talent and wisdom to improve access to justice for every individual and to advance the common good. Earl G. Harrison
 in whose memory the Firm gives this Award
 was both a great lawyer and a remarkable humanitarian, who â€" after World War II â€" worked to convince the western nations to both open their own borders to those displaced persons liberated from the Nazi concentration camps
 and to support the creation of the State of Israel
 where Jews who could not face returning to their former homes could emigrate. Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP is pleased to announce that Stephen A. Fogdall is the 2007 recipient of the Earl G. Harrison Pro Bono award. Mr. Fogdall was given the award and recognized at a reception held on July 12, 2007 for his dedication to public service and pro bono work, mainly in the area of prisoner civil rights. ‽The Firm is very proud of Steve and the work that he does,” remarked Ralph Wellington, Chairman of Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP. ‽Despite a busy case load, Steve finds the time to work on pro bono cases and does so with passion and skill. In all he does, he exemplifies the principles and legacy of Earl G. Harrison.” Mr. Fogdall has dedicated more than 1,000 hours to pro bono matters in the time he has been at Schnader, and his level of commitment is matched only by the level of his conviction. Although Mr. Fogdall has been involved with approximately a dozen different pro bono matters, two cases in the recent past stand out as representative of his notable pro bono efforts. In the past year, he reached an impressive settlement in a prisoner civil rights case in which it was alleged that prison officials deliberately promulgated and enforced a policy within the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections of not informing inmates when they tested positive for hepatitis. Mr. Fogdall†s client tested positive for hepatitis A, B, and C. However, no one at the prison where he was living when he was tested, or at the prison where he was subsequently transferred, ever informed him of this diagnosis. He finally learned that he had hepatitis six years later, after he was transferred to another prison and medical officials reviewing his files told him of the positive test results. When asked why he had never been informed he had hepatitis, he was told the he did not "need to know" because there was "no cure." Mr. Fogdall argued that this conscious policy of not informing inmates who test positive for hepatitis constituted deliberate indifference to the serious medical needs of the inmates and violated their constitutional rights. Shortly before the trial, Steve obtained a favorable â€" and meaningful â€" settlement for his client, which included both monetary damages and the appointment of an independent medical expert, who recommended periodic monitoring of the inmate†s condition. The Pennsylvania Attorney General†s Office has assured that the Department of Corrections will provide the recommended monitoring. Another recent prisoner†s right case involving the inadequate provision of medical care brought Mr. Fogdall before the Third Circuit Court of Appeals. His client had claimed, while proceeding pro se in the District Court, that the Delaware Department of Corrections' policy of contracting out medical care to for-profit providers violated the Eighth Amendment because the providers placed their own cost issues ahead of inmates' medical needs. Mr. Fogdall†s client suffered from a range of symptoms for years before he was eventually diagnosed with sarcoidosis, a potentially life threatening and systemic illness involving tumors that can impact numerous organs, including the lungs, lymph nodes, and the central nervous system. The prison failed to perform the diagnostic tests that would have discovered this disease in a timely manner, and then failed to perform adequate procedures to determine the extent the client's illness, despite repeated medical grievances from the prisoner. The issues before the Third Circuit were whether Mr. Fogdall's client had exhausted his administrative remedies prior to filing his complaint, and whether the District Court had erred in granting the prisoner's motion to amend his complaint to remove some of the defendants, when the client had subsequently withdrawn the motion prior to the District Court's decision. The argument before the Third Circuit was well received and is currently under review by the Court. However, because of Mr. Fogdall†s assistance, it is hoped that the client will get his day in court and be able to proceed with his claims. Mr. Fogdall is a member of Schnader†s Litigation Services Department, and participates in numerous areas of the Firm†s commercial litigation practice. He has litigation experience in state and federal courts at both the trial and appellate levels, and his practice has focused on antitrust issues in the pharmaceutical and office supply industries, the assignability of nonexclusive patent licenses, fraud in the execution of asset purchase agreements, and conflicts of interest triggered by an insurer†s duty to defend. He also has extensive experience in habeas corpus matters. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Law in 2001. During his time in law school, he organized a symposium on the role of labor unions in the new economy, gathering practitioners and academics from across the country. Before practicing law, Mr. Fogdall earned a Ph.D. in philosophy, specializing in epistemology, from the University of Washington in 1997. His dissertation dealt with the implications of mechanistic theories of human cognition. He also received his B.A., magna cum laude, from the University of Washington in 1990, and was invited to be a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. The Earl G. Harrison Pro Bono Award â€" named for one of the Firm†s original named partners â€" is presented annually to a Firm attorney or staff member who has a distinguished record of pro bono or community service. The Firm selects an honoree with a demonstrated record that consists of a single outstanding achievement of enduring value to the public good, a leading role in inspiring and sustaining pro bono service by other firm personnel, or a sustained record of personal pro bono service over a number of years. The Award reflects the tradition and collective belief of the Schnader firm: that law is more than a business, and it should include using our skill, talent and wisdom to improve access to justice for every individual and to advance the common good. Earl G. Harrison
 in whose memory the Firm gives this Award
 was both a great lawyer and a remarkable humanitarian, who â€" after World War II â€" worked to convince the western nations to both open their own borders to those displaced persons liberated from the Nazi concentration camps
 and to support the creation of the State of Israel
 where Jews who could not face returning to their former homes could emigrate. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2116 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2116&page=28 Address : 457 Haddonfield RoadSuite 400 ,, Phone : 856-317-3600, City : Cherry Hill http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=100083 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=100083&page=29 Address : 51 Haddonfield RoadSuite 210 ,, Phone : 856-665-0856, City : Cherry Hill http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=728 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=728&page=30 Address : 2900 Fire RoadSuite 102A ,, Phone : 609-645-1881, City : Egg Harbor Township A free seminar for entrepreneurs and business owners titled ‽Creating Partnership Agreements That Work - Avoiding Partnership Divorce” will be presented on Tuesday, October 9, 2007 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Flaster/Greenberg†s Conference Center, located at 1810 Chapel Avenue West in Cherry Hill, NJ. This is the second of the 2007-2008 incubator series of free monthly luncheon seminars for entrepreneurs and start-up businesses. Peter R. Spirgel, managing shareholder at Flaster/Greenberg, will present the program. With over 20 years of experience counseling owners of privately held businesses, Spirgel will review the essential issues which should be addressed in every entity†s shareholder agreement. These issues include: the death, disability or retirement of a shareholder and controlling who the next partner will be; dispute resolution between equal shareholders and dealing with deadlocked corporations; identifying decisions that require a super majority vote for approval and protecting the interests of investors or minority shareholders; and dealing with the elephant in the room and the compensation and duties of each shareholder. Co-sponsored by the Rutgers-Camden Business Incubator, Burlington County College High Technology Small Business Incubator and the Rutgers-Camden Small Business Development Center, the annual seminar series, presented by Flaster/Greenberg attorneys will continue with the following programs, all held on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Flaster/Greenberg†s Conference Center: A free seminar for entrepreneurs and business owners titled ‽Creating Partnership Agreements That Work - Avoiding Partnership Divorce” will be presented on Tuesday, October 9, 2007 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Flaster/Greenberg†s Conference Center, located at 1810 Chapel Avenue West in Cherry Hill, NJ. This is the second of the 2007-2008 incubator series of free monthly luncheon seminars for entrepreneurs and start-up businesses. Peter R. Spirgel, managing shareholder at Flaster/Greenberg, will present the program. With over 20 years of experience counseling owners of privately held businesses, Spirgel will review the essential issues which should be addressed in every entity†s shareholder agreement. These issues include: the death, disability or retirement of a shareholder and controlling who the next partner will be; dispute resolution between equal shareholders and dealing with deadlocked corporations; identifying decisions that require a super majority vote for approval and protecting the interests of investors or minority shareholders; and dealing with the elephant in the room and the compensation and duties of each shareholder. Co-sponsored by the Rutgers-Camden Business Incubator, Burlington County College High Technology Small Business Incubator and the Rutgers-Camden Small Business Development Center, the annual seminar series, presented by Flaster/Greenberg attorneys will continue with the following programs, all held on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Flaster/Greenberg†s Conference Center: Eric C. Garrabrant, a shareholder and member of the Real Estate Practice Group at Flaster/Greenberg, was recently named a 2007 Forty Under 40 recipient. The Forty Under 40 awards program honors men and women who have excelled in their fields and who share a commitment to business growth, professional excellence and the community. The program is produced by NJBIZ, New Jersey†s premiere business news publication, and is sponsored by AXA Advisors, and Wiss & Company, Certified Public Accountants. Garrabrant was recognized for his professional accomplishments and community involvement. At Flaster/Greenberg, Garrabrant concentrates his practice in construction and real estate litigation, land use and planning law and represents buyers and sellers in commercial real estate transactions. Prior to coming to Flaster/Greenberg, Garrabrant had his own law practice in Wildwood, New Jersey and previously was a partner in another South Jersey-based law firm for three years. A resident of Wildwood Crest, he is the current Municipal Prosecutor and conflict counsel for the City of Wildwood, positions he has held since 2004 and 2002 respectively. Garrabrant has also been a coach and judge for a countywide high school mock trial competition since 1998 and volunteered his time to the Boy Scouts of America as a career lecturer and Scout Leader. To qualify for the Forty Under 40 award, a nominee had to meet the following criteria: must work in New Jersey, must be born after November 13, 1967, may be self nominated or nominated by another person, should be an owner, partner, president, CEO, CFO, COO, board chair, senior executive management or person with significant authority for decision making in a company, may not be a member of the judges†immediate family, and may not be a previous Forty Under 40 recipient. NJBIZ and the program sponsors will honor this year†s 40 winners during an awards ceremony on Monday, September 24, 2007 at the Palace at Somerset Park in Somerset, New Jersey. Eric C. Garrabrant, a shareholder and member of the Real Estate Practice Group at Flaster/Greenberg, was recently named a 2007 Forty Under 40 recipient. The Forty Under 40 awards program honors men and women who have excelled in their fields and who share a commitment to business growth, professional excellence and the community. The program is produced by NJBIZ, New Jersey†s premiere business news publication, and is sponsored by AXA Advisors, and Wiss & Company, Certified Public Accountants. Garrabrant was recognized for his professional accomplishments and community involvement. At Flaster/Greenberg, Garrabrant concentrates his practice in construction and real estate litigation, land use and planning law and represents buyers and sellers in commercial real estate transactions. Prior to coming to Flaster/Greenberg, Garrabrant had his own law practice in Wildwood, New Jersey and previously was a partner in another South Jersey-based law firm for three years. A resident of Wildwood Crest, he is the current Municipal Prosecutor and conflict counsel for the City of Wildwood, positions he has held since 2004 and 2002 respectively. Garrabrant has also been a coach and judge for a countywide high school mock trial competition since 1998 and volunteered his time to the Boy Scouts of America as a career lecturer and Scout Leader. To qualify for the Forty Under 40 award, a nominee had to meet the following criteria: must work in New Jersey, must be born after November 13, 1967, may be self nominated or nominated by another person, should be an owner, partner, president, CEO, CFO, COO, board chair, senior executive management or person with significant authority for decision making in a company, may not be a member of the judges†immediate family, and may not be a previous Forty Under 40 recipient. NJBIZ and the program sponsors will honor this year†s 40 winners during an awards ceremony on Monday, September 24, 2007 at the Palace at Somerset Park in Somerset, New Jersey. Flaster/Greenberg attorney Richard Hoff was recently appointed to the Land Use Board Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association. As a member of the Board, Hoff†s responsibilities include reviewing legislation and regulations in land use law and local and state development land use approval and denial processes that affect the development community. He also reviews the costs and delays associated with these processes. Hoff is a member of the Real Estate and Litigation Practice Groups at Flaster/Greenberg and focuses his practice on real estate, land use, and redevelopment law. He resides in Berlin, New Jersey Flaster/Greenberg attorney Richard Hoff was recently appointed to the Land Use Board Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association. As a member of the Board, Hoff†s responsibilities include reviewing legislation and regulations in land use law and local and state development land use approval and denial processes that affect the development community. He also reviews the costs and delays associated with these processes. Hoff is a member of the Real Estate and Litigation Practice Groups at Flaster/Greenberg and focuses his practice on real estate, land use, and redevelopment law. He resides in Berlin, New Jersey http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=766 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=766&page=38 Address : 23 West Main Street2nd Floor ,, Phone : 908-713-9600, City : Clinton http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1094 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1094&page=33 Address : 340 North Avenue, Phone : 908-272-0200, City : Cranford http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=666 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=666&page=35 Address : 2 Industrial Way West, Phone : 732-542-4500, City : Eatontown http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2529 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2529&page=36 Address : 3 Ethel RoadSuite 300 ,, Phone : 732-248-4200, City : Edison http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=100177 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=100177&page=37 Address : 75 Elizabeth Avenue, Phone : 908-353-6764, City : Elizabeth http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1508 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1508&page=39 Address : 10 James Street, Phone : 973-301-0001, City : Florham Park http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2125 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2125&page=40 Address : 325 Columbia Turnpike, Phone : 973-514-1200, City : Florham Park Bressler, Amery & Ross has been selected by Ladenburg, Thalmann & Co., Inc. as its recommended employee benefits counsel for Ladenburg†s individual and corporate investment clients. The firm will provide services in a broad array of areas, including executive compensation and other employee benefits, taxation, insurance and other matters pertaining to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (‽ERISA”). Ladenburg is a full service financial institution that meets various investments needs of corporate, institutional and individual clients and is headquartered in New York City, NY, with branch offices in Melville, NY, Boca Raton, FL, Los Angeles, CA, Palo Alto, CA and Lincolnshire, IL. Bressler, Amery & Ross will primarily be providing services to Ladenburg†s clients based in the New York Metropolitan Area and Florida. Bressler, Amery & Ross has been selected by Ladenburg, Thalmann & Co., Inc. as its recommended employee benefits counsel for Ladenburg†s individual and corporate investment clients. The firm will provide services in a broad array of areas, including executive compensation and other employee benefits, taxation, insurance and other matters pertaining to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (‽ERISA”). Ladenburg is a full service financial institution that meets various investments needs of corporate, institutional and individual clients and is headquartered in New York City, NY, with branch offices in Melville, NY, Boca Raton, FL, Los Angeles, CA, Palo Alto, CA and Lincolnshire, IL. Bressler, Amery & Ross will primarily be providing services to Ladenburg†s clients based in the New York Metropolitan Area and Florida. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=266 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=266&page=41 Address : 325 Columbia Turnpike, Phone : 973-437-8100, City : Florham Park http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2563 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2563&page=42 Address : 2200 Fletcher Avenue, Phone : 201-363-1210, City : Fort Lee Melvin Katz, a longtime, distinguished corporate attorney who has practiced in the private sector, has joined the corporate law department at Moses & Singer. Katz, who was most recently of counsel to international law firm Bryan Cave, joins Moses & Singer as a partner. A specialist in leveraged buyout deals and other private equity-related transactions, Katz will represent institutions as well as buyout funds and publicly traded and privately held companies. ‽I have built a strong corporate practice background throughout the course of my career, and Moses & Singer†s extensive resources will provide me with an opportunity to improve my client relationships,” Katz said. ‽At the same time, I am confident that I can add depth to the representation of the firm†s existing client base, especially in the area of mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance transactions.” Jay R. Fialkoff, managing partner of Moses & Singer, said, ‽Mel Katz has the perfect blend of knowledge, experience and perspective to counsel not only the clients that come with him to Moses & Singer, but also our firm†s existing clients. He will be a valuable asset to our growing corporate department. Buyouts and corporate finance deals are more complex today than ever, with more layers, and it takes an attorney of Mel Katz†s ability and experience to guide clients through those deals in a way that solves their problems and maximizes their opportunities.” Melvin Katz, a longtime, distinguished corporate attorney who has practiced in the private sector, has joined the corporate law department at Moses & Singer. Katz, who was most recently of counsel to international law firm Bryan Cave, joins Moses & Singer as a partner. A specialist in leveraged buyout deals and other private equity-related transactions, Katz will represent institutions as well as buyout funds and publicly traded and privately held companies. ‽I have built a strong corporate practice background throughout the course of my career, and Moses & Singer†s extensive resources will provide me with an opportunity to improve my client relationships,” Katz said. ‽At the same time, I am confident that I can add depth to the representation of the firm†s existing client base, especially in the area of mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance transactions.” Jay R. Fialkoff, managing partner of Moses & Singer, said, ‽Mel Katz has the perfect blend of knowledge, experience and perspective to counsel not only the clients that come with him to Moses & Singer, but also our firm†s existing clients. He will be a valuable asset to our growing corporate department. Buyouts and corporate finance deals are more complex today than ever, with more layers, and it takes an attorney of Mel Katz†s ability and experience to guide clients through those deals in a way that solves their problems and maximizes their opportunities.” Moses & Singer has been representing Music Choice in litigation to adjust the rate paid for a compulsory license to use sound recordings in Music Choice's digital music service. The litigation has been proceeding before the Judges of the newly-created Copyright Royalty Board, which is tasked with setting rates for various compulsory licenses provided by the Copyright Act. SoundExchange, the licensing body representing the interests of record labels and performing artists was seeking an increase from Music Choice's current rate of 7.25% of revenue to a proposed rate of 30% of revenue. In the middle of trial, which also involved setting the rates for satellite radio services XM and Sirius, SoundExchange agreed to settle with Music Choice. The terms of the settlement are currently confidential. SoundExchange has not settled with XM or Sirius, and the trial continues with respect to those services. The Music Choice trial team was led by Paul Fakler, with assistance from David Rabinowitz, Julie Stark, Amanda Schaffer, Chris Gresh and Michelle Byron. In describing Moses & Singer†s representation of Music Choice in this matter -- Paula Calhoun, Senior Vice President and General Counsel of Music Choice, stated "Paul [Fakler] and his team at Moses & Singer did an excellent job in representing Music Choice through each step of the trial process and achieving this settlement. These rate proceedings are not typical litigation - this proceeding was particularly challenging given the complex legal issues at play, business implications and parties involved. Moses and Singer's copyright expertise, trial skill and counsel were invaluable." Moses & Singer has been representing Music Choice in litigation to adjust the rate paid for a compulsory license to use sound recordings in Music Choice's digital music service. The litigation has been proceeding before the Judges of the newly-created Copyright Royalty Board, which is tasked with setting rates for various compulsory licenses provided by the Copyright Act. SoundExchange, the licensing body representing the interests of record labels and performing artists was seeking an increase from Music Choice's current rate of 7.25% of revenue to a proposed rate of 30% of revenue. In the middle of trial, which also involved setting the rates for satellite radio services XM and Sirius, SoundExchange agreed to settle with Music Choice. The terms of the settlement are currently confidential. SoundExchange has not settled with XM or Sirius, and the trial continues with respect to those services. The Music Choice trial team was led by Paul Fakler, with assistance from David Rabinowitz, Julie Stark, Amanda Schaffer, Chris Gresh and Michelle Byron. In describing Moses & Singer†s representation of Music Choice in this matter -- Paula Calhoun, Senior Vice President and General Counsel of Music Choice, stated "Paul [Fakler] and his team at Moses & Singer did an excellent job in representing Music Choice through each step of the trial process and achieving this settlement. These rate proceedings are not typical litigation - this proceeding was particularly challenging given the complex legal issues at play, business implications and parties involved. Moses and Singer's copyright expertise, trial skill and counsel were invaluable." Gideon Rothschild focuses his practice in the areas of domestic and international estate planning and asset protection, including the use of sophisticated estate planning techniques in the representation of high net worth individuals. Mr. Rothschild is a nationally recognized authority on the use of offshore trusts and estate planning strategies for wealth preservation and succession planning. His clients include professionals, real estate developers and owners, closely-held business owners and directors of publicly-held companies. His practice also includes estate administration and the representation of clients in taxpayer disputes at the federal, state and local levels. Mr. Rothschild distinguishes himself from many of his peers in that his estate planning recommendations are integrated with asset protection objectives. That is, by educating his clients on the non-tax benefits available with trusts and other vehicles and how they can be drafted in a flexible manner, his clients can achieve both tax savings and wealth preservation. Such benefits include protection from divorce, creditors or litigation exposure. Mr. Rothschild is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estates Counsel and is listed as one of America's Leading Lawyers for Wealth Management by Chambers USA. He has also earned the distinction of being included in the 2005 Worth/Robb Report's list of Top 100 Attorneys serving private clients and listed in Best Lawyers in America and New York Super Lawyers. He is the co-author of the BNA Tax Management portfolio on Asset Protection Planning and is a member of the Advisory Boards of BNA's Tax Management and Trusts and Estates. He is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Miami School of Law and New York Law School Graduate Programs and lectures frequently on asset protection and advanced estate planning strategies to professional groups. Mr. Rothschild is also licensed as a Certified Public Accountant. Gideon Rothschild focuses his practice in the areas of domestic and international estate planning and asset protection, including the use of sophisticated estate planning techniques in the representation of high net worth individuals. Mr. Rothschild is a nationally recognized authority on the use of offshore trusts and estate planning strategies for wealth preservation and succession planning. His clients include professionals, real estate developers and owners, closely-held business owners and directors of publicly-held companies. His practice also includes estate administration and the representation of clients in taxpayer disputes at the federal, state and local levels. Mr. Rothschild distinguishes himself from many of his peers in that his estate planning recommendations are integrated with asset protection objectives. That is, by educating his clients on the non-tax benefits available with trusts and other vehicles and how they can be drafted in a flexible manner, his clients can achieve both tax savings and wealth preservation. Such benefits include protection from divorce, creditors or litigation exposure. Mr. Rothschild is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estates Counsel and is listed as one of America's Leading Lawyers for Wealth Management by Chambers USA. He has also earned the distinction of being included in the 2005 Worth/Robb Report's list of Top 100 Attorneys serving private clients and listed in Best Lawyers in America and New York Super Lawyers. He is the co-author of the BNA Tax Management portfolio on Asset Protection Planning and is a member of the Advisory Boards of BNA's Tax Management and Trusts and Estates. 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