Events

Contempt of Court

Montgomery McCracken attorneys Ellen Brotman served as course planner and John Myers as a panelist for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute's "Contempt of Court" seminar.  The program explored the historical and statutory origins of contempt, highlighting the differences between civil and criminal contempt, and provided a step-by-step guide to taking an appeal from a contempt citation. Heard from attorneys who have either […]

When Crisis Strikes – A Primer for Business Preparedness in the New Decade

About this Seminar No individual, corporation, government or environment is immune from crisis. However, the manner and timing in which a crisis is handled, documented and diffused, can have long-lasting effects on your organization's credibility, reputation, and continued viability. Join our panelists for a discussion on the legal, insurance, risk management, and public relations aspects […]

Internet Defamation – a Pennsylvania Bar Institute Seminar

Montgomery McCracken attorney Jeremy Mishkin will serve as a panelist for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute's "Internet Defamation" seminar. This seminar seeks to explain how use of the internet changes the common law attributes of defamation. The Internet is an instantaneous worldwide method of communicaition and this form presents special problems when examining the traditional case of defamation.   The presenters will […]

Keeping What You’ve Got – Turning Wealth Generation into Wealth Preservation Seminar

Montgomery McCracken and Abacus Wealth Management will present "Keeping What You've Got - Turning Wealth Generation into Wealth Preservation" on October 13, 2010, 4:30-6:30 pm in our Philadelphia office. The following topics will be covered:    Financial Services Reform: Effects on Investment Management Jill Whitelaw, Of Counsel, Montgomery McCracken    Accredited Investors," Hedge Funds and Private Equity Managers […]

The Pharmaceutical Industry Now: Dealing with Increased Enforcement

Join the Philadelphia Pharmaceutical Industry Defense Working Group for a roundtable discussion of problems, responses, and solutions to issues in the pharmaceutical industry enforcement. The presenters will discuss the continuing enforcement priorities of federal and state policymakers and the whistleblower bar, as more and more resources are being used to increase government regulation in the […]

2010 COURT RULES UPDATE

Montgomery McCracken partner Stacy A. Fols will be a presenter at the 2010 Court Rules Update Seminar. About the Seminar  The New Jersey Supreme Court recently adopted a series of amendments to the Rules Governing the Courts of the State of New Jersey. Some of the changes simply revise existing rules. Other changes are substantive. In order […]

The Fall Forum for Colleges and Universities – Hot Topics

Montgomery McCracken presents "The Fall Forum for Colleges and Universities - Hot Topics" on October 29, 2010. Topics Include: "Compliance: Building a Team Approach for Complying with Increased Regulation of Higher Education" Who needs to be on the team How to inform and guide campus compliance efforts How to handle challenges along the path to […]

20th Annual “This Year in Nonprofit Law”

Montgomery McCracken, Don Kramer and Nonprofit Issues® will present its 20th edition of "This Year in Nonprofit Law."   The program will provide 5 hours of continuing legal education credit for lawyers in Pennsylvania and 5 hours of continuing professional education credit for accountants.  The seminar will bring you up to date with the most important legal […]

CCSNJ Workshop Series: Federal Immigration Laws. They Affect EVERY Employer in NJ

Federal immigration laws and policies apply to and affect EVERY employer in New Jersey, as well as the United States. Through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, federal enforcement and auditing efforts against employers are at an all-time high. DHS has announced further stepped-up efforts against employers, […]

Big 12 Conference: Medical Aspects of Sport

Montgomery McCracken attorney Steven Pachman will present "What an Athletic Trainer Needs to Know: The Defendant's Perspective." See attachment for agenda and speaker profiles. Conference Agenda: 8:45 Welcome - Brian Moore, DJO Global 9:00 Introduction - Scott Anderson ATC 9:10 "HIPAA" Jill Raines 9:35 "FERPA" Amanda Miller 10:00 CDM Sport - Steve McGee 10:10 Break […]

Traumatic Mild Brain Injury Forum

On June 10, Montgomery McCracken partner Steve Pachman will present "The Athletic Trainer's Legal Liability for Sport-Related Injuries: Minimizing the Risk" at the Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers' Society, Inc. Annual Meeting and Symposium, June 9 - 11, 2011.  For registration information. visit the PATS website.June 10, 2011 http://www.gopats.org/symposia/conventionhome.htm Lancaster Convention Center & Marriott Lancaster25 South Queen StreetLancaster, […]

ImmigrationWorks USA National Call – Supreme Court Legal Arizona Workers Act Decision

Please join us on Friday, June 10, at 1:00 p.m. EDT, for an ImmigrationWorks USA nationwide call. This is the latest in our series of regular national calls where we share updates, intelligence and strategy. We will be discussing the Supreme Court's recent decision to uphold Arizona's 2007 employer sanctions act. Guest Speakers:  Louis R. […]

National Athletic Trainers’ Association 62nd Annual Meeting & Clinical Symposium

On June 20, Montgomery McCracken partner Steve Pachman will present "The Athletic Trainer's Legal Liability for Sport-Related Injuries: Minimizing the Risk" at the National Althletic Trainers' Association Annual Meeting and Symposium, June 19 - 22, 2011.  For registration information. visit the NATA website. <!--Cost: Free Registration for this Event is currently full. Please check back soon. --> June 20, 2011 […]

ALI-ABA Presents: Representing Non-Profits for Non-Specialists

In structuring nonprofits, the question often arises: "whose organization is it?" This 2-hour program, recorded on May 9, 2011, seeks to answer this question and more, particularly for non-specialists. Three practitioners who have worked extensively with nonprofits of all sizes and types discuss the critical issues and potential pitfalls in representing such organizations. They explain the confusing […]

United States Attorneys’ Roundtable

The Philadelphia Young Lawyers Division of the ABA White Collar Crime Committee Presents: UNITED STATES ATTORNEYS' ROUNDTABLE on Wednesday, June 29, 2011 6 PM to 8 PM at Montgomery, McCracken, Walker & Rhoads, LLP 123 South Broad Street - 28th Floor, Philadelphia, PA Panelists Paul J. Fishman United States Attorney, District of New Jersey Zane […]

21st Annual “This Year in Nonprofit Law”

Montgomery McCracken, Don Kramer and Nonprofit Issues® present its 21st edition of "This Year in Nonprofit Law." The program will provide 5 hours of continuing legal education credit for lawyers in Pennsylvania and 5 hours of continuing professional education credit for accountants.  The seminar will bring you up to date with the most important legal issues […]

Competing in the Global Marketplace

Presented by Montgomery McCracken, this CLE program explored the legal challenges faced  by companies operating in the global marketplace.  The topics discussed include the globalization of the economy, acquisition of companies in foreign markets, trends in product liability and class action matters in foreign jurisdictions, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and international initiatives addressing […]

2nd Annual eDiscovery for the Life Sciences Industry

Pharma, biotech, medical device and diagnostic companies have unique regulatory requirements that impact how they conduct internal investigations caused by regulatory inquires, litigation, antitrust and whistleblowers. The industry uses a variety of resources to conduct the investigation, including internal response teams and outside counsel. With the scope of these investigations often ranging beyond simply reviewing […]

Chemical Heritage Foundation’s History Live:The Changing World of Biotech

On Wednesday, April 11, the Chemical Heritage Foundation and Montgomery McCracken will present The Changing World of Biotech, a conversation with biotech pioneer G. Steven Burrill about how biotechnology will transform healthcare and create new opportunities for investment and research.  Mr. Burrill is the CEO of Burrill & Company, a diversified global financial services firm focused on […]

Minorities in the Military

Montgomery McCracken's Diversity Committee and co-sponsor Richel D'Ambra Spa and Salon are hosting the first segment in a new series, "Minorities in the Military."  Dr. Eugene Richardson, of the famed Tuskegee Airmen, a 2nd Lieutenant and fighter pilot during World War II, and Aaron Watkins, a second-generation Tuskegee Airman, who flew Chinook helicopters during the […]

Litigating Class Actions

Montgomery McCracken partner Charles B. Casper will present "National Class Action Trends - Federal Circuit Class Certification Rulings: Strategies and Arguments for winning or defeating class certifications" at the eighth annual comprehensive conference on Litigating Class Actions presented by Law Seminars International. Who Should Attend Attorneys, business executives, and consultants involved with class action litigation and […]

Pennsylvania Bar Institute – Nonprofit Institute

Montgomery, McCracken, Walker & Rhoads, LLP attorneys Donald W. Kramer, Virginia P. Sikes and Karl E. Emerson were presenters for the 10th annual Pennsylvania Bar Institute Nonprofit Institute. Donald Kramer, a course planner for the program, discussed recent developments in nonprofit law, as well as the top ten legal issues associated with fundraising events.  Jennie Sikes was […]

The Supreme Court’s Decision on the Affordable Care Act Seminar

Montgomery McCracken senior counsel, Gregory M. Harvey, is a faculty member for the Pennsylvania's Bar Institute's "The Supreme Court's Decision on the Affordable Care Act" seminar and webcast. The Case On March 26th, 27th and 28th The United States Supreme Court heard arguments in one of the most significant cases to come before the court […]

Pennsylvania Tax Exemptions for Nonprofits – Is Your Charity Prepared to Defend Its Tax Exemption After a Recent Pennsylvania Supreme Court Case?

Explore the meaning of "purely public charity" post-Mesivtah Eitz Chaim of Bobov Inc. v. Pike County Board of Assessment Appeals  Hear from nonprofit experts about whether the recent Pennsylvania Supreme Court opinion sets a new standard for defining when a nonprofit organization qualifies for sales and property tax exemptions Find out whether the application process […]

CLE Down the Shore

Montgomery McCracken partner, Jeremy Mishkin, will present "Internet Defamation" at the Pennsylvania Bar Institute's two-day Atlantic City seminar titled "CLE Down the Shore."  He will discuss handling the online libel case, the Communications Decency Act, and social networking. The seminar will cover following topics: Tort Law Update Travel Law Civility: The Good, the Bad and […]

Grow Your Business Through Networking

Montgomery McCracken partner, Louis Moffa, will serve as a panelist for the "Grow Your Business Through Networking" workshop sponspored by Southern New Jersey Chamber of Commerce. Whether you're meeting new businesspeople or reconnecting with prior contacts, networking can grow your list of leads, and turn prospects into clients. CCSNJ offers 140 great networking opportunities each year, […]

Preparing For & Defending Big Food Lawsuits

Montgomery McCracken partners Kristen Polovoy and Michael Hayes are conducting the "Preparing For & Defending Big Food Lawsuits" webinar. In recent months, more than 25 multi-plaintiff and class action lawsuits have been filed against major food manufacturers alleging they have mislabeled products in false or misleading ways. Recently, the Food and Drug Administration and Federal […]

Consumer Fraud Product Labeling Class Actions: One Label, Very Different Perspectives – Plaintiffs, Defendants and the Government

Montgomery McCracken attorneys Julie H. Chelius and Kristen E. Polovoy will serve as speakers for the Consumer Fraud Product Labeling Class Actions: One Label, Very Different Perspectives - Plaintiffs, Defendants and the Government webinar. Agenda Topics: The consumer fraud product labeling class action tsunami: what started it, what is driving it, how big is it and […]

22nd Annual “This Year in Nonprofit Law”

Montgomery McCracken, Don Kramer and Nonprofit Issues® present its 22nd edition of "This Year in Nonprofit Law." The program will provide 5 hours of continuing legal education credit for lawyers in Pennsylvania and 5 hours of continuing professional education credit for accountants.  The seminar will bring you up to date with the most important legal issues […]