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Goldberg Katzman Named One of the “Best Law Firms in the Nation”
Goldberg Katzman was recently recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the best law firms in the nation. This designation comes as a result of a world-wide survey of thousands of law firm clients, leading lawyers, and others. Goldberg Katzman was recognized in the Criminal Defense category. For more information: http://bestlawfirms.usnews.com/
Morris Appointed to State Commission
On September 27, 2011, Governor Corbet appointed Attorney Royce Morris to the PA Commission on Sentencing. The Commission provides regulations to ensure that sentencing is applied equally and fairly throughout the state. The Commission consists of 11 members who are appointed for two-year terms. Three members of the Commission are appointed by the Governor, whose selections must include a district attorney, a defense attorney, and a professor of law or criminologist.
Weber Addresses Dental Society
On March 16, 2011, Shareholder Tom Weber addressed the Erie County Dental Society in Erie, Pennsylvania. Tom addressed current legal issues impacting the practice of dentistry.
Weber Presents Risk Management Seminar
On March 4, 2011, Shareholder Tom Weber presented a risk management seminar "Good Intentions, Bad Outcomes" at the 25th Annual Valley Forge Dental Conference in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Tom spoke on behalf of The Dentist Insurance Company of California providing insight to dentists and auxiliary personnel on how to avoid claims associated with practicing contrary to their professional judgment or in deference to patient demands.
Weber Speaks to Criminal Defense Lawyers
On February 11, 2011, Shareholder Tom Weber presented a seminar for the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers in Philadelphia. Tom's presentation focused on the professional licensure ramification of a criminal prosecution.
Two Articles Published
Shareholder Tom Weber had two articles published in the January/February issue of the Pennsylvania Dental Journal. In What They Did Not Teach You in Dental School, Tom addressed various legal issues ranging from regulatory requirements to employment contracts faced by recent dental school graduates. In Be Careful Who and What You Are Recording, Tom discussed the Pennsylvania wiretapping law and its possible interaction with a dental practice.
Morris, Lock Recognized as "Super Lawyers"
Philadelphia Magazine has named Royce L. Morris and Joshua D. Lock "Super Lawyers" for 2011 for Pennsylvania. This honor applies to only 5% of attorneys in Pennsylvania and is bestowed on attorneys who have "achieved a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement."
Recipients are determined through a multi-stage process that takes nine months and involves surveying every attorney in the state who has been in practice for five years or more. The final awards are then made by an independent panel. Recipients are publicized statewide through numerous publications.
Morris Selected Chair of Equal Professional Opportunity Committee
Attorney Royce Morris has been selected to chair the Equal Professional Opportunity Committee of the Dauphin County Bar Association. This Committee promotes diversity initiatives in the Harrisburg area's legal community, such as an annual Minority Job Fair.
Firm Supports Diversity Initiative
This summer Goldberg Katzman again will participate in the Capital Area Managing Partners' (CAMP) Diversity Initiative. This year marks the seventh year for the CAMP Program. Attorney Royce Morris coordinates the program at Goldberg Katzman. Through this program, minority first-year law students are provided the opportunity to engage in "substantive legal work" alongside a mentoring attorney. Interns experience day-to-day life at the firm as well as attend client meetings, depositions, mediations and other hearings. Interns also are given research and drafting assignments.
Brenner to Judge Swimming and Diving Championships
Tom Brenner has been selected as Chief Judge for the 2011 District 3 and the PIAA State Swimming Championships.
Paterno Nominated for Best Family Attorney
Attorney Heather Paterno was recently nominated for Best Family Attorney in the Central Penn Parent 2011 Family Favorite Awards.
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