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Pennsylvania’s Best Lawyers 2022

Our Pennsylvania’s Best Lawyers 2022 digital publication features top-ranked legal talent in Pennsylvania.

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April 22, 2022 06:00 AM

The 2022 Pennsylvania's Best Lawyers digital publication includes top-ranked legal talent in Allentown, Harrisburg, Northeastern Pennsylvania, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh excerpted from the 2022 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® as well as Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America.

In this issue, we dive into the courtroom mastery of Victor H. Pribanic, a seven-time Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in Pittsburgh* and co-founder of Pribanic & Pribanic, LLC. After almost two years of electronic legal battles, Pribanic shared the exhilaration of stepping back into the courtroom towards the end of 2021 to go to battle a client in a medical negligent case. He explained what it means to him to be a trial lawyer and advocate for his clients, and how important his work is to him. Pribanic spent weeks preparing for the case and stated that he feels a privilege and honor to practice law.

This issue also features:

A spotlight on 2022 Pittsburgh Litigation – Health Care "Lawyer of the Year" Wendelynne J. Newton of Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney
All “Lawyer of the Year” recipients in Pennsylvania
A look at the Pittsburgh Supreme Court’s strike-down of “Marsy’s Law,” a victim’s rights amendment
Listings of all lawyers from in Allentown, Harrisburg, Northeastern Pennsylvania, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America

*Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs – 2010, 2012, 2015, 2018
Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs – 2014, 2017, 2020

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Lawyers in Columbus, Ohio

Misty H. Aldrich

Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP

Recognized since 2024

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Trusts and Estates

Misty H. Aldrich

Misty Aldrich concentrates her entire practice on trust and estate planning law, including the formation, implementation, and administration. She has more than 30 years of experience, and before entering private practice, Misty spent six years at the Huntington National Bank as Trust Counsel in the personal trust department. At CPM, she steers her clients through all aspects of trust and estate planning. Misty assists clients in drafting all appropriate legal documents and structuring financi...

Misty H. Aldrich

Sue A. Roudebush

Taft

Recognized since 2024

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Sue A. Roudebush

Sue A. Roudebush is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Workers' Compensation Law - Employers. Sue A., who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sue A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Sue A. Roudebush

Carol A. Sheehan

Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP

Recognized since 2013

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Nonprofit / Charities Law

Carol A. Sheehan

Carol Sheehan practices real estate law and taxation law at Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP. She focuses on the development and ?nancing of a?ordable housing and represents real estate developers (both for pro?t and non-pro?t), as well as other small businesses. Carol joined CPM in June 1977. She was formerly a co-managing Partner and is currently chair of CPM’s Commercial Practice Group.

 
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Jeffrey J. Patter

Taft

Recognized since 2020

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Employment Law - Individuals

Litigation - Labor and Employment

Jeffrey J. Patter

Jeffrey J. Patter is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Employment Law - Individuals and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Jeffrey J., who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jeffrey J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jeffrey J. Patter

R. Leland Evans

Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote PC

Recognized since 2008

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Railroad Law

Specific Focus

Defendants

R. Leland Evans

R. Leland Evans is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Railroad Law. R. Leland, who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2008. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which R. Leland is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

 
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Todd Long

Eastman & Smith LTD

Recognized since 2026

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Todd Long

Part of the White Collar Crime and Investigations Practice Group, Mr. Long has represented businesses, business professionals, public officials, medical professionals and educators in matters involving fraud, embezzlement, tax controversies, public corruption, regulatory enforcement matters and business litigation. He manages matters in both federal and state courts as well as before government regulatory entities. His experience includes dealing with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Fed...

Todd Long

Matthew S. Brown

Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP

Recognized since 2022

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Insurance Law

Litigation - Insurance

Matthew S. Brown

Matthew Brown, Partner and Chair of the Litigation Practice Group, joined Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP in 2008 and concentrates his practice on insurance coverage, business litigation, securities, and intellectual property. Matt represents clients in court (including hearings seeking injunctive relief), arbitration, mediation, and various regulatory and administrative proceedings. He has successfully argued cases in the United States Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, numerous Federal Distri...

Matthew S. Brown

Michael R. Reed

Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP

Recognized since 2024

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Litigation - Labor and Employment

Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

Michael R. Reed

Michael R. Reed handles a wide range of complex commercial litigation – from class action defense to construction disputes to will contests. Mike is well versed in all aspects of complex business litigation, including breach of contract, commercial leases, employment/non-competition agreements, intellectual property disputes, advertising space leases, commercial real estate transactions, securitization of subprime loans, breach of fiduciary duties, and professional fee claims. As part o...

 
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Gregory B. Foliano

Arnold Todaro Welch & Foliano

Recognized since 2007

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Specific Focus

Birth Trauma

Gregory B. Foliano

Greg Foliano has been defending professionals for his entire career. He has represented physicians, nurses, hospitals, lawyers and nursing homes throughout Ohio. Greg's career began in 1990 with a law firm dedicated exclusively to the defense of professional malpractice lawsuits. He tried his first case to verdict within months after receiving his law license and had his first solo case tried to verdict within a year of practice. Since that time, Greg has continued to try lawsuits throughout ...

 
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James E. Arnold

Arnold & Clifford LLC

Recognized since 2001

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Bet-the-Company Litigation

Commercial Litigation

Litigation - Intellectual Property

Specific Focus

Aviation Litigation

James E. Arnold

James E. Arnold is recognized as one of Ohio's top trial lawyers. He was recognized by Best Lawyers as Central Ohio's "Securities Litigation Lawyer of the Year" in 2012, as the "Bet-The-Company Litigation Lawyer of the Year" in 2013, 2016, 2021, 2024 and 2026, and as the "Intellectual Property Litigation Lawyer of the Year" in 2014. Since 2001 he has consistently been recognized by Best Lawyers in multiple fields, including bet-the-company, personal injury (plaintiffs and defense), commercial...

 
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The Family Law Loophole That Lets Sex Offenders Parent Kids

by Bryan Driscoll

Is the state's surrogacy framework putting children at risk?

Pribanic Secures Milestone Verdict in Rural PA County

by Justin Smulison

Ten-time honoree Victor H. Pribanic secured one of 2023’s most notable verdicts in a Pennsylvania county that historically has not been empathic to plaintiffs.

Lawyer sitting at desk with notepad and laptop

"Lawyer of the Year"

Harris J. Chernow

Franchise Law

Philadelphia, PA

2024

Is Premises Liability the Same as Negligence?

by Taylor Rodney Marks and Jeremy Wilson

In today's age, we are always on the move, often inhabiting spaces we don't own. But what happens when someone else's property injures you or someone you know?

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IN PARTNERSHIP

Protecting Patients, Families and the Public: Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder PC

by Justin Smulison

Thousands of patients experience unfathomable pain while being treated. Some turn to Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder PC for justice, empathic counsel and results.

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IN PARTNERSHIP

Easton & Easton: Let Our Family Help Yours

by Justin Smulison

For more than 50 years, Easton & Easton have continued to be the go-to trial law firm for injury and wrongful death claims in Southern California in 2023.

Group of lawyers pose at table with globe in forefront

Understanding Statute of Limitations in Personal Injury Cases

by Best Lawyers

In personal injury cases, the statute of limitations can vary depending on several factors. To navigate the process, consider hiring a legal professional.

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The Benefits of Hiring a Lawyer for Medical Negligence Cases

by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers assesses the complex nature of medical negligence litigation and why hiring an experienced lawyer could impact the outcome of your claim.

IN PARTNERSHIP

Resolving the Toughest Cases

by Justin Smulison

Eight-time “Lawyer of the Year” Victor H. Pribanic reflects on a critical birth injury trial in 2022 and how his firm’s advocacy resonated with jurors.

"Lawyer of the Year"

Nancy R. Frandsen

Trademark Law

Philadelphia, PA

2023

Pennsylvania Court Ruling Could Close School Funding Gap

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyers highlights the current legislative battle to close the Pennsylvania school funding gap.

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"Lawyer of the Year"

Shannon P. Fellin

Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Harrisburg, PA

2022

What Exactly Does a Medical Negligence Lawyer Do?

by Best Lawyers

Medical negligence, known as malpractice, happens when healthcare professionals fail to provide the level of care that is required for their patient. In order to hire the right representation for you, here's a list of their key responsibilities.

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IN PARTNERSHIP

Boston’s Top Legal Team in the Fight to Prevent Medical Errors

by Justin Smulison

Studies show an alarming increase in avoidable medical errors in hospitals. Lubin & Meyer founder and patient safety advocate, Andrew C. Meyer, Jr. is not surprised.

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Unwavering Dedication to Clients

by Best Lawyers

Trial attorneys Michael Lyons and Chris Simmons find motivation when the result means everything.

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Courtroom Mastery

by Justin Smulison

Victor H. Pribanic recalled the excitement of returning to the courtroom in late 2021 for a medical negligence case that could help set a new course for Pribanic & Pribanic’s trial advocacy.

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