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Congratulations to shareholder Helen Casale and associate Kyle Victor, who helped secure a landmark victory protecting the legal rights of LGBTQ+ parents and families who conceive through assisted reproductive technology. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court on March 20 adopted the doctrine of intent-based parentage, which allows someone to prove legal parentage based on evidence of intent to be a child’s parent, regardless of whether or not there are either biological relations or written contracts in place. Helen and Kyle filed an amicus brief on behalf of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, which urged the high court to expand parental rights in this closely watched case. Helen told The Philadelphia Inquirer that the historic ruling “protects all families in Pennsylvania that need to use assisted reproductive technology to start their families.” Read more about the landmark decision here: https://lnkd.in/eQq_Q4jP #IntentBasedParentage #ART #LGBTQParents

The Environmental Protection Agency recently pulled a Clean Air Act permit for the construction of 195 wind turbines off the coast of Atlantic City, NJ.  Shareholder Steven Miano spoke with WHYY about the impact of the EPA’s decision to pull the permit, as well as other executive actions affecting the renewable energy sector. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/epuhKcT9  #EPA #EnvironmentalLaw #CleanAirAct 

Today we proudly recognize and celebrate the March work anniversaries of Matthew Klebanoff and Marianne Bradley. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to the firm!   Shareholder Matthew Klebanoff celebrates 11 years at HASPS this month. Matt counsels businesses and individuals in an array of commercial disputes and high-stakes litigation matters. He represents technology companies, insurers, and other businesses and individuals in some of their most sensitive litigation, arbitration, and appellate matters. Matt is barred in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York, and he is routinely admitted pro hac vice in state and federal courts across the country. In 2024, Matt was named to The Legal Intelligencer's list of “Lawyers on the Fast Track." Associate Marianne Bradley celebrates 3 years at HASPS this month. Mare represents insurance clients in complex coverage and defense disputes, advising major property and casualty insurers on various first and third-party claims. Having worked as a compliance professional and adjuster with two major insurers before attending law school, she brings a unique perspective to her role. She was named a "Rising Star" in the 2024 edition of Pennsylvania Super Lawyers magazine. #HASPSiversary #Anniversary #LegalExcellence

As we approach the Environment, Energy, and Resources Section's 54th Spring Conference on Environmental Law, conference planning chair and HASPS shareholder Pete Keays shares insights on the conference's key themes, the planning process, and what attendees can expect. Check out the full Q&A to learn more about this year's conference: https://lnkd.in/eqjRZv2P   #EnvironmentalLaw #EnergyLaw #SEERConference

Litigators who practice in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey should not be fooled by the many similarities in the two states’ respective Rules of Evidence. In a recent article for The Legal Intelligencer, associate Kyle Victor outlines key distinctions between the two jurisdictions and discusses how attorneys can navigate important issues such as character evidence, hearsay and expert testimony ahead of trial.  Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eZWXkm9W #HASPSNews #LegalIndustry #RulesofEvidence 

#ICYMI: For the first time ever, Philadelphia is hosting an annual conference of the American Bar Association’s Environment, Energy, and Resources Section!  In just two weeks, conference chair and HASPS shareholder Pete Keays will welcome attendees alongside the Host City Committee, which includes fellow HASPS shareholder Steven Miano, as well as leading environmental litigators Bonnie Barnett, David Mandelbaum, Christopher Roe, and Shoshana (Suzanne Ilene) Schiller (She/Her). Learn more about the 54th Spring Conference on Environmental Law and register here: https://lnkd.in/dXdaHEAb  #EnvironmentalLaw #SEERConference

A proposed amendment to the Federal Rules of Evidence could expand the use of out-of-court statements by testifying witnesses. If the "under oath" requirement in Rule 801(d)(1)(A) is dropped, prior inconsistent statements made outside formal proceedings will be admissible as substantive evidence.   Associates Nicholas Bellos and Eitan Kagedan recently co-authored an article for Law360 detailing the current rule, the proposed changes and the potential implications of an updated rule for pretrial and trial practice. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eV5iGeYm #FederalRulesofEvidence #HASPSNews #LegalIndustry 

Environmental and energy lawyers face a complex and rapidly changing legal and regulatory landscape, making adaptation and collaboration increasingly important.  On March 26-28, the Environment, Energy, and Resources Section of the American Bar Association will host the 54th Spring Conference on Environmental Law in Philadelphia.  SEER Conference planning chair and HASPS shareholder Pete Keays recently wrote about the pressing issues that will be addressed, including how important developments in PFAS regulation, Clean Water Act permitting, and climate change will shape the future of environmental law. Read his full article here: https://lnkd.in/eiNup4Gi #EnvironmentalLaw #SEERConference

From industry-leading legal analysis to exciting team updates, our monthly newsletter offers a comprehensive look at recent developments within our firm. Check out this month's edition for insights on family business transition planning, steps for effective co-parenting, answers to LGBTQ+ parents' legal concerns, and news about the 54th Spring Conference on Environmental Law. #HASPSNews #LegalIndustry #FamilyLaw #EnvironmentalLaw #BusinessLitigation

On March 26-28, the Environment, Energy, and Resources Section of the American Bar Association will hold its 54th Spring Conference on Environmental Law in Philadelphia.      Shareholder Pete Keays is the conference chair, and in the coming weeks, we’ll be highlighting the work that he and his planning committee have done in planning a terrific and timely conference.       Event details: https://lnkd.in/dXdaHEAb      #EnvironmentalLaw #SEERConference