Sean G. Livesey

R. Christopher Raphaely is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Health Care Law. R. Christopher, who practices law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which R. Christopher is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Nicole J. Aiken-Shaban is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Health Care Law. Nicole J., who practices law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicole J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

John represents a broad array of clients, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to smaller closely held businesses, facing diverse environmental issues. John is co-practice leader of the firm's New Jersey practice, is a partner in the firm’s environmental litigation group, and is also regularly called upon by clients to handle site remediation matters and complex negotiations with government entities and private parties. John’s work on contaminated sediment sites and related litigati...

Roy DeCaro has tried more than 200 jury trials to verdict during his legal career, first as a prosecutor and now as a civil attorney. He has achieved on behalf of his clients over a dozen verdicts in excess of $1,000,000.00, and two verdicts in excess of $10,000,000.00. So, it is little surprise that Best Lawyers® recognized Mr. DeCaro in 2018 as the “Best Personal Injury Lawyer of the Year” for Philadelphia. Roy has been selected to the Super Lawyers Top 100 list for over 20 ...

Laura M. Brooke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants. Laura M., who practices law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Laura M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Joseph C. Hohenstein is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Immigration Law. Joseph C., who practices law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joseph C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Nils B. Snell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Nils B., who practices law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nils B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michael J. Heller is the chief executive officer of Cozen O'Connor. He serves on the firm's board of directors, management committee and heads the emerging business and venture capital practice. Michael approaches each situation with an entrepreneurial zeal, and his investing experience arms him with a unique ability to provide legal and business insight into a variety of complex corporate matters. He understands, first hand, the critical roles of modern executives. Michael is a recognized le...

Bruce W. Ficken chairs the firm’s Construction Law group and is a recognized authority in representing clients in construction and commercial litigation, as well as managing risk in construction projects. As lead counsel he has successfully conducted more than 60 major trials in the United States and in international arbitrations. He has also helped numerous owners and developers with contract documentation, contract and project administration, and dispute avoidance and resolution. Bruc...

Consistently achieving both seven and eight figure verdicts, Kenneth M. Rothweiler is “at the top of his profession,” exclaims client Joanne Graham. His revered reputation in Pennsylvania among patients, doctors, and lawyers alike is undeniable - commencing his career by serving as a legal clerk for the Superior Court of PA, he stands today as the co-founder, senior partner, and chair of the management committee of his firm. Dedicated to complex personal injury litigation, he is o...