John W. Burke

Steven G. Wigrizer is an experienced trial attorney who has been repeatedly recognized as one of the best in his field. His devotion to and compassion for his clients have earned him a high level of client loyalty, while his preparation and understanding of complex cases have won him the respect of his opponents and colleagues. Few lawyers can match this unique combination. Mr. Wigrizer concentrates his practice in complex civil litigation including medical malpractice , products liability , ...

William C. Rhodes is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Economic Development Law, Project Finance Law and Public Finance Law. William C. practices law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Best Lawyers has recognized William C. Rhodes since 2015. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which William C. Rhodes is held by other lawyers.

James A. Funt is a seasoned trial attorney focusing his practice on criminal defense and civil litigation attorney with Weir LLP. He specializes in blue- and white-collar criminal defense, civil rights matters, protection from abuse petitions and employment discrimination matters on behalf of plaintiffs and has successfully tried countless cases before judges and juries. His clientele includes firefighters, police officers, attorneys, doctors, sports figures, as well other professionals, and ...

Gregory Spizer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Gregory practices law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and handles cases such as medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, auto-accidents, and more. Best Lawyers has recognized Gregory Spizer since 2016. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice ...

Christopher McLoon advises clients in structuring business transactions to achieve optimal business and tax results. He strives to clearly and simply communicate solutions to complex issues, sensitive to the fact that few love tax law and policy as much as he does. And he does love tax law and policy. After earning his JD, he earned an LL.M in tax law from New York University School of Law. He also earned awards and assignments from the ABA Tax Section, including a John S. Nolan Fellowship, t...

Bernard Kolodner is a partner in the Business and Finance Department and the Practice Leader of the Real Estate Group. He practices in the areas of development, design and construction, purchase and sale, leasing ( landlord and tenant representation), joint ventures and partnerships, financing, zoning, permitting, tax assessment appeals, and charitable exemptions. Bernie has extensive experience in developing shopping centers and other commercial developments, from acquisition through permitt...

Emily Ashe is an associate in the firm’s Mass Tort Department. She concentrates her practice on defective medical devices, pharmaceutical drug cases and vaccine injury lawsuits .

Ira C. Gubernick is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Ira C. practices law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Best Lawyers has recognized Ira C. Gubernick since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Ira C. Gubernick is held by other lawyers.

Hayes Hunt represents corporations and individuals in a wide variety of crisis management, civil litigation and business matters in both state and federal courts throughout the country. Due in part to his diverse background handling both civil and criminal matters, he has successfully tried numerous cases to verdict. This year, Hayes won the Pennsylvania Attorney of the Year award presented by the Legal Intelligencer. Hayes is a Life Fellow of the American Bar Foundation. The Fellows is an ho...

Steve Engelmyer is chair of the Firm’s Litigation Department. He has over 30 years of experience in all facets of commercial litigation with particular emphasis on insurance coverage, contract disputes, telecommunications, employment disputes, and environmental issues. He represents clients in a broad range of commercial disputes and acts as chief litigation counsel to numerous private and publicly-held companies. Steve has extensive experience in litigating cases in both state and fede...