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The firm’s Women’s Initiative hosted a Wine and Cheese Networking Social in our Philadelphia, New York and Boston offices on July 18th. The event was a great opportunity for our associates, counsel and partners to get to know one another beyond office conversation. Attendees competed against one another playing Networking Bingo. Congratulations to our winners, Rochelle Gumapac, Madison Farley, Keeley Scott, Megan Rounds, TJ Keough and Chris Graham!

Thank you to all who attended!

The newest episode of the Subro Sessions podcast, is hosted by Gus Sara, Partner, and Michael DeBona, Counsel, who are joined by guest J. Pablo Ross, PE, of Ross Engineering. The episode, entitled “Water Losses 101: A Discussion of Common Causes of Water Losses and How to Investigate Them – Part 2,” gives insight into the role of the attorney in a joint-evidence investigation, steps that professionals and experts take to complete the analysis, make appropriate recommendations to the client and the process of evidence lab examinations.


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White and Williams Attorneys and Summer Associates attended the 2024 Philadelphia Bar Association Large Firm Management Committee Citywide Summer Associates Reception at Water Works, Philadelphia. The firm was a proud sponsor of this event.

Thank you to the Philadelphia Bar Association for hosting!

With the conclusion of Pride month and White and Williams’ first Pride Month Walk-a-Thon, our team has collectively walked 2,155 miles to show our support for LGBTQIA+ community. We are proud to announce our winners are: Erika Griep (449,997 steps), Therese Azara (443,972 steps) and Steven Gibbs (418,631 steps). Honorable mention goes to Wesley Payne and Kenneth Gibb. In addition to their competition prize, our winners selected three LGBTQIA+ organizations for the firm to donate to: The Trevor Project, The Attic Youth Center, and The Ali Forney Center.

Each step we've taken symbolizes our commitment to equality, inclusivity, and honoring the rich history of the LGBTQ+ community. The enthusiasm and participation our team has shown made this Walk-a-Thon a resounding success.

Congratulations to all our winners and participants, and happy Pride Month.

Nancy Conrad, Chair of the Higher Education Group, Managing Partner of the Lehigh Valley Office and President of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, was recently featured in the Lehigh Valley Business’ 2024 Power List in Law as an industry leader who has shaped their community and influenced quality of life.

This is Nancy’s third year being named to the Power in Law List. Congratulations Nancy!



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Wishing you a safe and happy Fourth of July on behalf of everyone at White and Williams!

In the newest episode of The Employment Law Counselor, in collaboration with the Professional Liability Underwriting Society, Scott Casher, Partner and Co-Chair, Labor and Employment Practice Group, joins host Jeffrey Stewart for a discussion on what the future holds for Non-Compete Agreements in the United States after the ban proposed by the . Jeff and Scott briefly discuss the history of non-competes in the country, the details of the proposed, the potential challenges that have already been filed, and how employers should respond.

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In Mertis v. Oh, the Supreme Court held that under Pennsylvania Rule of Civil Procedure 4003.6 an attorney (and, by imputation, possibly their law firm) who represents a physician cannot communicate with, represent or even receive records from a nonparty treating physician without following authorized discovery procedure. Read more by Josh Gajer and Victoria Kager.



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The Supreme Court has overruled the Second Circuit’s approval of the Purdue Pharma Chapter 11 plan and its controversial non-consensual third-party releases of non-debtors. This decision resolves a circuit split surrounding the permissibility of such releases and vindicates the United States Trustee’s objections to such releases.

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SCOTUS Curtails Third-Party Releases, Prospectively Derails Mass Tort Chapter 11 Plans In perhaps the most significant Supreme Court bankruptcy ruling since Stern v. Marshall, the Supreme Court today—by a 5-4 majority—overruled the Second Circuit’s approval of the Purdue Pharma Chapter 11 plan and its controversial nonconsensual third-party releases of non-debtors–most notably...

Heidi Sorvino, White and Williams Partner, Co-Chair of the Financial Restructuring and Bankruptcy Practice and Managing Partner of the New York Office, and John Loughnane, Partner, spoke at this week’s 24th Annual U.S. Real Estate Opportunity & Private Funds Investing Forum in Newport, RI.

John moderated the panel “CRE & The State of The Senior Financing Market,” which focused on current market conditions for both new financings and modifications with particular focus on effective strategies for getting deals done.

Heidi participated in the panel, “How Do You Solve A Problem Like Office?” The panel focused on how office deals have changed, and factors involved in considering conversion to residential. Heidi related how restructuring discussions can be driven by understanding the effective use of Chapter 11.

At the conference, guests were invited to attend numerous networking opportunities and education sessions on the rapid evolution of the commercial real estate market.

Heidi Sorvino, Co-Chair, Financial Restructuring and Bankruptcy Practice and Managing Partner, New York Office, is recognized among the Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers in 2024.

The list highlights the top U.S. attorneys in each legal field that highlight the most integral legal matters of the previous year. Heidi’s contributions to the Financial Restructuring and Bankruptcy Practice have put her at the front line of the field for almost 35 years.

Congratulations on this achievement, Heidi!



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Attorneys from White and Williams’ Stamford office kicked off summer at the 9th Annual Lobsterfest hosted by the Stamford Chamber of Commerce. Participants enjoyed networking and some learned how to crack open a lobster – all while trying to stay cool in the heat.

John Loughnane, Partner; Steve Coury, Partner; Agatha Mingos, Partner; Chris Graham, Partner; Daniel Friedman, Counsel; and Heidi Sorvino, Co-Chair of the Financial Restructuring and Bankruptcy Practice and Managing Partner of the New York Office, welcomed clients for dinner in Newport, RI on Wednesday evening.

The dinner celebrated the commencement of the Information Management Network (IMN)’s 24th Annual U.S. Real Estate Opportunity & Private Funds Investing Forum.

Thanks to all who joined us!

While President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, it took until June of 1865 for Union troops to arrive in the town of Galveston, Texas to announce to the people of Texas that all enslaved African Americans were free. This day became known as Juneteenth, officially becoming a federal holiday on June 17, 2021.

In recognition of Juneteenth, White and Williams' employees are out of the office today, taking time for reflection and advocacy.

The newest episode of the Subro Sessions , is hosted by Gus Sara, Partner, and Michael DeBona, Counsel, who are joined by guest J. Pablo Ross, PE, of Ross Engineering. The episode, entitled “Water Losses 101: A Discussion of Common Causes of Water Losses and How to Investigate Them - Part 1,” explores the most common property damage claim our subrogation team encounters. Gus, Michael and Pablo define the causes, types of losses including HVAC failures, pipe freezes, overflows and give an overview of what a typical investigation looks like when developing a claim.

Be sure to mark your calendar for Part 2, being released on July 16.

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Gary Biehn, Senior Counsel, White and Williams, recently attended a signing ceremony for the Memorandum of Understanding between the Philadelphia Orchestra and Hainan Airlines, presenting sponsor for the upcoming Fall 2024 Tour and Residency to China.

For over a dozen years, White and Williams has provided legal guidance to the Philadelphia Orchestra for their work in China and we are excited to share this experience with them.

Congratulations and good luck on your upcoming tour.

Today, we celebrate and say thank you to all of the fathers within the firm, our clients, friends and alumni. Happy Father’s Day from White and Williams!

White and Williams is pleased to recognize Randy J. Maniloff, Partner in the Philadelphia office, for his fifth consecutive year of Chambers USA Guide recognition for Insurance in Pennsylvania.

Randy received several accolades for his legal abilities from clients during the research process including "He's on top of everything," and "He's really smart and a delight to speak with."

Congratulations on this wonderful accomplishment, Randy!

Nancy Conrad, Chair of the Higher Education Group, Managing Partner of the Lehigh Valley Office and President of the Pennsylvania Bar Association recently provided commentary for the En Banc Argument session before the Superior Court of Pennsylvania.

Nancy commented about cases on appeal before the Court. Philadelphia Bar Association Chancellor, Jennifer Coatsworth also provided commentary. The commentary and arguments will be available to watch later this month.

White and Williams LLP congratulates Nancy Sabol Frantz, Chair of the Real Estate and Finance Practice Group, on her third consecutive year of recognition by Chambers USA Guide as a leading practitioner for Real Estate: Finance in Pennsylvania.

The Real Estate and Finance Practice Group of the firm, chaired by Nancy for over three years, has also been ranked by Chambers as a leading practice group for the fourth consecutive year. Comments about the practice group include: “White and Williams is very strong with its response time. They are always prepared,” and “The team is very commercial and able to find solutions to complex legal issues.”

Congratulations to you and the practice group on these wonderful accomplishments, Nancy!

White and Williams wants to recognize David H. Marion, a Senior Counsel in the Philadelphia office, on his 22nd consecutive year of Chambers USA Guide recognition for his practice of business litigation. David has, for the past five years, also been ranked as a Senior Statesman in Litigation: General Commercial.

David was described by Chambers as, “a noted leader in the commercial litigation field. He has significant experience in handling professional liability, antitrust and securities cases.”

Congratulations on this wonderful accomplishment, David!

White and Williams wants to recognize Amy Vulpio, Co-Chair of the Financial Restructuring and Bankruptcy Practice, on her fourth consecutive year of Chambers USA Guide recognition. Amy is ranked as an attorney for Bankruptcy/Restructuring in Pennsylvania: Philadelphia & Surrounds.

In the research process, clients complimented Amy’s legal and written skills, saying, “Amy is a capable lawyer and a good writer. She is good at making arguments through her brief. Her legal writing, research skills and strategy are first-class."

Congratulations on this wonderful accomplishment, Amy!

White and Williams proudly recognizes David D. Gilliss, the Managing Partner of the Maryland office, for his fourth consecutive year of Chambers USA Guide recognition. David is ranked as an attorney for Construction Law in Maryland.

When listing his strengths, one client said, "David is great to work with and has a deep understanding of the issues and challenges facing surety clients."

Congratulations on this wonderful accomplishment, David!

White and Williams wants to recognize Patti Santelle, Chair Emeritus/Former Managing Partner and Chair of the Executive Committee, on her ninth consecutive year of Chambers USA Guide recognition for Insurance in Pennsylvania.

When asked about Patti’s legal capabilities, clients were highly complementary, with one saying, “Patti is smart and strategic. I adore her.”

Congratulations on this wonderful accomplishment, Patti!

White and Williams wants to recognize Timothy E. Davis, Managing Partner of the firm, for his fourth consecutive year of Chambers USA Guide recognition. Tim is ranked as a band one attorney in Real Estate: Finance in Pennsylvania.

When listing his strengths, one client said, "He's really good when it comes to negotiating deals because he's so knowledgeable and has seen so much. He doesn't slow things down; he can make decisions in real time and keep things moving."

Congratulations on this wonderful accomplishment, Tim!

White and Williams is honored to be recognized in the Chambers 2024 USA Guide.

Congratulations to attorneys Steven Coury, Timothy E. Davis, Nancy Sabol Frantz, David D. Gilliss, Randy J. Maniloff, David H. Marion, Patricia B. Santelle and Amy Vulpio, as well as our Insurance and Real Estate: Finance (PA) and Construction (MD) practice groups.

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Our New York and Stamford offices gathered with clients at Tuesday night’s New York Yankees game against the Minnesota Twins.

The evening was a great success for both the Yankees and client networking efforts. Thanks to all who helped put this event together and to all who attended.

White and Williams welcomed five new summer associates at a cocktail reception this Wednesday. The evening included speeches from Tim Davis, Managing Partner, and Siobhan Cole, the Summer Associate Program Chair, and Chair of the Commercial Litigation Practice Group.

It was a great opportunity to get to know the firm’s newest team members.

Welcome to the team Madison Farley, Dominique Hazel-Criss, Alexandria J. Hudak, John Lively and Rita E. Venant. We can’t wait to see where you go from here.

Fifteen White and Williams attorneys were named Super Lawyers, and ten attorneys were named Rising Stars in 2024, across our Delaware, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia offices.

Congratulations to all who were recognized this year!



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White and Williams hosted Healthcare Practice Group clients and attorneys for the Philadelphia Phillies game against the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night.

We could not have asked for a better evening, with stellar food, a great game and wonderful conversation. Thanks to those who attended, we look forward to seeing you soon!