McNees Wallace & Nurick continues to grow and strengthen its team with the addition of four new associates, each a former law clerk: Morgane Barry, Madison Butler, Sarah Meehan and Josiah Montgomery. Key takeaways: “Welcoming Morgane, Madison, Sarah and Josiah is an exciting next step for each of them and for our firm,” said McNees […]
White collar defense attorney Sarah Hyser-Staub was sworn in as president-elect of the Middle District of Pennsylvania Chapter of the Federal Bar Association. Her term as president will begin in 2027. Sarah previously served as vice president and has been actively involved with the organization for several years, including through its events and programming. The […]
McNees announced it has joined Mackrell International as a member firm for Pennsylvania, expanding the resources available to clients with legal and business needs. Mackrell International is a global network of independent law firms, with more than 90 member firms and approximately 4,500 lawyers across more than 60 countries. Through the network, McNees can connect […]
McNees Chair Brian Jackson recently appeared on the PNC C-Speak: The Language of Executives podcast to discuss his approach to leadership, decision-making, and building a collaborative, multigenerational workplace. During the conversation, Brian discussed the importance of considering diverse perspectives, building consensus, and creating opportunities for people at all career stages to contribute. Drawing on his […]
School districts continue to face an evolving legal landscape surrounding transgender student policies, parental rights, and student privacy. Education attorney Jeffrey Sultanik was recently quoted in The Philadelphia Inquirer about a complaint filed with the U.S. Department of Education challenging the Pennsbury School District’s policy and its handling of a student’s gender identity. Jeff noted […]
A changing equation: The issues and innovations shaping today’s tax landscape. Tax laws, regulations, and technology continue to change how businesses, organizations, and individuals approach tax planning and compliance. A Day on Tax brings together McNees attorneys and guest speakers for a full-day program examining current developments in state, local, and federal tax law and […]
McNees Wallace & Nurick today announced the launch of Ryepeck Ventures, LLC, a management and commercialization consultancy firm that helps businesses turn innovative ideas into commercially successful ventures. Ryepeck Ventures is a subsidiary of McNees and will be led by Geoffrey White, who will serve as president. White is an attorney in the firm’s Intellectual […]
Nonprofit attorney Frannie Reilly presented at the Pennsylvania Bar Institute’s Navigating Nonprofit Dissolutions & Mergers 2026 CLE on September 24. The program explored the legal and tax considerations involved in nonprofit dissolutions, mergers, affiliations, and other organizational changes. Attendees learned about the planning and compliance requirements that distinguish nonprofit transactions, as well as considerations to […]
Union organizing often begins quietly, not with a single formal act, but through gradual shifts in day-to-day workplace dynamics. For employers navigating these early stages, what they communicate to employees and how they communicate it becomes critically important. The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) protects employees’ rights to organize, but it also allows employers to […]
Employers are increasingly turning to employees as brand ambassadors on social media, asking them to promote products and services across different platforms. Employee influencers can offer a cost-effective way to reach audiences with an authentic voice, but these programs can also create legal and compliance risks. Before launching an employee influencer program, employers should consider […]
