Erwinna Lawyers

Howard C. Pressman is a principal of the firm and has concentrated his practice in the area of Civil Litigation for over 25 years representing both individuals and companies as both plaintiffs and defendants in a wide variety of matters. Mr. Pressman’s areas of practice also include Wills and Estates and Creditor’s Rights. Mr. Pressman is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, as well as the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the Third Circuit Court of Appeals. He graduated from Widener University with a B.A. (Magna Cum Laude 1981) and Temple University School of Law (J.D., 1984)....

Matthew is a Partner at Eckell Sparks in Media, PA., where he focuses on personal injury litigation, general civil litigation and municipal law. Matthew joined Eckell Sparks in September of 2013 after finishing a judicial clerkship with the Honorable John P. Capuzzi, Sr., in the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas. Matthew formerly served as an Assistant County Solicitor in Delaware County’s Office of the Solicitor and currently serves as Solicitor for the Marple Township Zoning Hearing Board. Matthew is a member of both the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bars. He has conducted CLEs and seminars on behalf of the...

Adrianne Walvoord grew up in the greater Philadelphia area and joined Anapol Schwartz as an associate in 2007. She is a member of the firm's Unsafe Drug and Medical Device Team. Adrianne's practice involves pharmaceutical and medical device mass tort litigation involving complex medical, scientific and legal issues. Anapol's Unsafe Drug and Medical Device Team has successfully represented and obtained compensation for clients from all over the country in state and federal courts across the nation. Currently, Adrianne represents clients in the Paxil Birth Defect (Pregnancy) Litigation in the mass tort program in Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas,...

Rachael is an associate in the Trusts and Estates Department of Eckell Sparks in Media, PA. Prior to joining the firm, Rachael served as Judicial Law Clerk to The Honorable John P. Capuzzi, Sr., in the Criminal Division of the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas.

Rachael received her J.D. from Widener University School of Law, graduating cum laude and with pro bono distinction. While at Widener, she served on the Moot Court Honor Society Executive Board and competed in both national and regional competitions. In addition, Rachael served as Vice-President of the Public Interest Law Alliance. Rachael received the Howard...

After graduating from a top-tier law school, Dietrich P. Epperson began his legal career as a prosecutor in New York City. As an assistant district attorney, he prosecuted violent crimes, including homicides, as well as a wide array of financial crimes, such as fraud, grand larceny, forgery, and identity theft. Trials became his specialty; he brought cases to trial more than 32 times and obtained 26 favorable verdicts.

After over a decade of practicing criminal law, Dietrich co-founded the law firm of Epperson & Greenidge to help customers recover investment losses caused by the unlawful conduct of their financial...

Mr. Dailey represents businesses and business owners in disputes that arise out of mergers and acquisitions, disagreements between owners, damaged customer or client relationships, improper actions taken by competitors, or investigations by regulators such as the SEC or PCAOB. Over the years he has become known for his ability to explain complex transactions and relationships in plain language that average people and judges understand.

David R. Cherry has been the driving force behind a law practice built with an emphasis on serious personal injury. His practice encompasses all types of personal injury including work injuries. He is a graduate of Widener School of Law (J.D.) and Temple School of Law (Masters in Trial Advocacy). Mr. Cherry has been recognized for several distinctions throughout both his academic and professional career including Most Promising Civil Litigator Award (Widener School of Law), twice named to Top Lawyers (Main Line Today) and is a multiple Pennsylvania Super Lawyer recipient.

I was born and raised in Media and still live in Media today. Since being admitted to both the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bars in 1995, I have used my experience, knowledge and tenacity to fight hard for my clients. I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Delaware in 1989 and a Juris Doctorate from the Widener University School of Law in 1995, where I attended the evening division while working full time, first as a claims adjuster for State Farm and then as a law clerk. After law school graduation, I...

Conley Law Practice, LLC is a general practice law firm with a special emphasis in the following practice areas: - Estate Planning & Administration - Tax Controversy - Bankruptcy It is our goal to provide clients with a cost-effective, first-rate legal product while providing the utmost in client satisfaction. Our practice concentrates in the areas of estate planning, estate administration, tax planning, tax controversy and bankruptcy. Call today and let us know how we can help you.

Professional Background: Mr. Kodwo Ewusi initiated his prolific career in immigration law back in 2006. With a reputation for providing exceptional legal representation, he has actively worked on behalf of numerous pharmaceutical and IT companies, as well as individual clients. His experience spans before various federal agencies, immigration courts, and appellate courts. Over the years, Mr. Ewusi has become a beacon of hope for immigrants hailing from across the United States and over fifty countries worldwide. Areas of Expertise: Mr. Ewusi's vast expertise encompasses all facets of immigration law, including but not limited to: Employment-based immigration Family-based immigration Asylum applications Deportation defense Criminal deportation defense H1B visa applications Deferred Action...

Keith R. Pavlack is a 1986 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. He received his Doctor of Laws degree from Widener University School of Law in 1989. While at Widener he received the American Jurisprudence Award for commercial transactions.

During law school, Attorney Pavlack worked as a Law Clerk for the Honorable Anthony Semerraro in the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas. After his admission to the Bar of Pennsylvania Courts in 1989, Attorney Pavlack worked for the Philadelphia Housing Authority where he continued until 1991. Attorney Pavlack worked as an associate for Martin H. Philip Law Office, P.C until...

Attorney Madden has experience representing individuals charged with serious criminal offenses such as attempted homicide, aggravated assault, drug delivery and possession, sex crimes and theft crimes. Additionally, she represents individuals charged with D.U.I. and traffic related offenses.

Attorney Madden primarily practices in Monroe County but also accepts cases in Northampton and Carbon County.

Attorney Madden's objective is to not only advocate for her client's rights, but to also ensure each client fully understands each step of the criminal process.

Need help? Call 570-620-0320 for a free consultation.

David is a founding member and the Managing Partner of MacMain, Connell & Leinhauser. David has broad and extensive trial experience having tried over 125 cases to verdict in favor of his clients. David has, over the course of his twenty-five plus year legal career, focused his practice on the representation and counseling of public entities, public officials, educational institutions, religious entities, and non-profits throughout Pennsylvania, in a wide variety of civil rights and employment claims including police misconduct, zoning/land use, sexual harassment, discrimination, licensing, First Amendment, prison-based, employment, and work-place claims. David is frequently retained as a consultant and/or...

I represent sick and injured healthcare professionals, licensed professionals, and executives in all aspects of their individual and group long-term disability insurance claims, denials, and terminations. My clients include professionals who can no longer work in their own occupation, have been forced to cut back on the work they perform due to a medical condition, or have stopped working altogether to focus on their own health.

Whether you are suffering from physiological, psychiatric, or psychological impairment, and believe you are entitled to your disability benefits, contact me to review your claim.

Thomas J. Murphy, Jr. is an experienced personal injury lawyer who helps victims of negligence in the Philadelphia area recover the financial settlements they deserve. Attorney Murphy graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in finance and then went on to earn his Juris Doctor from Villanova University School of Law. Since 1987, he has been admitted to practice law in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and he is also admitted to practice in the United States District Courts for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Attorney Murphy is a member of the Pennsylvania Association...

Tracey L. Potere is part of Ciccarelli Law Offices and is an experienced attorney who works within our Criminal Defense and Family Law practice groups. Tracey grew up in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania and was a graduate of Temple University. She received her Master’s of Science degree in Psychology from Chestnut Hill College and her Law degree from Widener Law School. Tracey worked in the mental health field assisting the chronically mentally ill and individuals suffering from addiction.
After graduating Law School she served as an Assistant District Attorney in Montgomery County for six years where she successfully prosecuted DUI...

Joyce J. Sweinberg is an attorney who has practiced personal injury law in Bucks County for over 28 years. She has served as co-chair of the Bucks County Bar Association Workers' Compensation Section. She has litigated numerous auto accident, negligence and workers' compensation cases. She is a 1981 graduate of Temple Law School, and is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and in Federal Court in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. She has been a member of the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers' Association, and is listed in Who's Who in America and Cambridge Who's Who. She brings a...

At the Disability Benefits Law Center, in Philadelphia, we provide skilled legal representation for people who are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. We devote our entire legal practice to disability law matters, and we guide clients through all stages of the application process. If you are applying for disability benefits based on a long-term medical condition, contact our offices today toll-free at 1-866-886-0660 to schedule a free consultation.

I provide skilled legal representation for people who are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. I devote my entire legal practice to disability law matters. If you are applying for disability benefits, contact me to schedule a free consultation. (215) 886-0398. Over 20 years of legal experience. No fee unless you win your case.

Joshua joined the Young Law Group in March 2024 as an associate. He specializes in whistleblower and retaliation cases under federal and state False Claims Act (FCA) statutes, as well as the SEC and CFTC Whistleblower Programs, the IRS Whistleblower Program, and similar programs. As a litigator, Joshua is dedicated to assisting individuals harmed by powerful institutions and those who uncover and report misuse of taxpayer funds. He considers it a privilege to work towards correcting these injustices. 

After finishing law school, Geoff began his career with the U.S. Department of Justice at the Executive Office of U.S. Attorneys. He later worked as an Assistant United States Attorney in both New Orleans and Philadelphia for several years. In Philadelphia, he played a significant role as the lead trial lawyer in a notable international fraud case in the Special Prosecutions Division. During his time in New Orleans, Geoff was actively involved in a grand jury investigation related to a major organized crime case and served as the lead trial lawyer in the prosecution of an international drug cartel. Following his...

Kimberly L. Russell is a principal of the firm and a member of the Commercial Litigation and Employment Departments. She devotes a significant part of her practice to real estate and construction litigation.

Early in Ms. Russell's career, she observed that the justice system favored employees, leaving business owners - particularly small and mid-sized companies - to be extremely vulnerable to employee-related claims. She has dedicated her practice to defending employers through litigation and as an employee education consultant, providing the advice and training necessary to help employers meet regulations and minimize the potential for such disputes in the first place....

Co-Founder, Shareholder and Department leader of major suburban-Philadelphia law firm with emphasis on skilled and passionate representation, client responsiveness and productivity, community involvement and dedication to high standards of ethical conduct. I have personally represented individuals and non-profit organizations, government and businesses that range in size and complexity from closely held to Fortune 500, in business and real estate transactions, land use entitlements, environmental and regulatory approvals and litigation.

Adjunct Professor of Law, Real Estate Transactions, Temple University Beasley School of Law

Education

LLM, Taxation, Temple University School of Law, 1986

JD, Temple University School...

Born: Allentown, Pennsylvania December 10, 1952 Education: University of Maryland (B.S.,1974) Albany Law School (J.D.,1977) Professional Memberships: American Bar Association Pennsylvania Bar Association Philadelphia Bar Association Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association Admitted to Practice: 1977-Pennsylvania Courts 1977-United States District Court 1982-United States Court of Appeals 1998-United States Supreme Court Harold Semanoff graduated from the University of Maryland with High Honors and was inducted into the Beta Gama Sigma and Phi Kappa Phi scholastic honor societies. After graduation, he attended Albany Law School where he also served for two years as a...

Mr. Ormsby is the Chairman of the firm’s corporate department and as such serves as counsel to a variety of entities and businesses ranging from regional financial institutions to non-profit corporations and from sole proprietorships to multi-national corporations. He is co-founder of Building a Bridge to Uganda, a 501(c)(3) organization serving the spiritual and physical need of people in Ibanda, Uganda, East Africa. Over the years, Mr. Ormsby has developed the firm’s commercial/transactional practice into a multi- lawyer commercial department with extensive experience and capabilities in a variety of areas including employment law, intellectual property, real estate, commercial...

Ilene Young, Esquire, principal attorney of Young Law Offices, has been representing individuals and families since 1982. Young Law Offices' concentration is in representation of parents of children with special needs in education matters, including special eduction hearings and appeals. The office also provides experienced advocacy and consultation services, assisting parents in obtaining appropriate services and funding for their children's needs. In domestic relations, we represent the interests of parents of children with special needs in custody, support and divorce proceedings, and also consult with other attorneys to help them address these specialized issues. Please visit our...

The Law Offices of Everett Cook, P.C. is a dedicated general practice firm with offices in Allentown and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. We specialize in bankruptcy law, divorce, custody and child support matters, criminal defense, and civil litigation. Understanding that legal concerns don’t always follow a 9-to-5 schedule, we offer after-hours and weekend availability to better serve our clients. We also provide free consultations, with phone consultations available upon request. Proudly serving clients throughout eastern Pennsylvania—including Lehigh, Northampton, Carbon, and Monroe counties—we are committed to delivering trusted guidance and effective legal solutions tailored to each client’s needs.

Attorney Kevin Regan spent three years as a prosecutor in the Montgomery County District Attorney’s office, trying numerous types of criminal cases to verdict. In 2007 Attorney Kevin Regan went into private practice with a focus in divorce and criminal defense. Attorney Regan provides free consultations so those going through difficult times can be reassured he is the best lawyer for their case prior to paying any legal fees. Kevin uses his experience in the courtroom to get the best possible results for his clients. Whether it’s after negotiations and settlements, or hearings and trial, he is always there to...

I am Attorney Michael Ira Stump and am a lifelong resident of Alburtis, Pa. I served my country in the military as a Marine in Vietnam and a Soldier
(JAG Attorney) during the Gulf War. I retired from the U.S. Army in 2000 and opened my Law office in Macungie, PA. I primarily serve Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, and surrounding counties.

I am a former Army JAG Attorney with over 30 years of legal experience. I have served as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney for three years and a U.S. Treasury Agent for eight years. I have...

Eric Rayz, Esquire is a summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Temple University. As an undergraduate, Mr. Rayz was a recipient of the H. Thomas and Dorothy Willits Hallowell Scholarship and the Temple University President's Scholar Award. Mr. Rayz obtained his Juris Doctorate from the James E. Beasley School of Law of Temple University, where he was a staff member and editor of the Temple International and Comparative Law Journal. Mr. Rayz served a two-year term as a Staff Attorney for Justice Sandra Schultz Newman of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and co-authored an...

Born and raised in Salisbury Township, Carolyn Frisoli Furst, Esquire proudly calls the Lehigh Valley home. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree, magna cum laude, from Moravian College, Bethelehem, Pa in 1984. She earned her Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from Penn State’s Dickinson School of Law in 1987. She was admitted to practice law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 1987. She was subsequently admitted to the bar of the U.S. District Court. Attorney Furst is a member of the Family Law Section of the Lehigh County Bar Association. She has also served as editor of the Lehigh Valley...

Jeffrey A. Franklin serves clients in ways that maximize their opportunity to achieve their business goals. Jeff has more than 20 years of experience, primarily in the areas of electric, gas, telecommunication, alternative energy, transportation and water regulation. He also has extensive experience in technology, Internet and computer law and e-discovery issues. Jeff advises clients regarding compliance with regulatory requirements and the successful implementation of business strategies. Jeff has successfully conducted administrative adjudications, civil cases and appeals before various state and federal courts and administrative agencies. He has extensive experience in a variety of legal areas, including administrative law,...

Ms. Lippy focuses her practice on Criminal Defense and Civil Litigation. She has successfully tried numerous cases before a Judge and Jury. She has a love and passion for the law that she puts to use in the courtroom and prides herself in her ability to relate to clients and jurors alike. She was born and raised locally and attended the Norristown Area High School. She was a member of the Schreyer Honors Program at the Pennsylvania State University, where she graduated in 2000 with a major in Speech Communication and a minor in German. ...

Christopher P. Mullaney graduated Cum Laude from Widener University School of Law. While at Widener University, he was a member of the Moe Levine Trial Advocacy Honor Society and was President of the American Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Mullaney is a graduate of the Hill School and Gettysburg College where he majored in Psychology. Mr. Mullaney is engaged in criminal, civil, business, real estate, family and Orphans’ Court matters in Montgomery, Bucks, Berks, Chester, and Lehigh counties. He is admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. In addition to trial...

Ed Qaqish began this practice in an effort to provide efficient and competent representation to residents of the Lehigh Valley.
Attorney Qaqish was raised in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Following his graduation from Liberty High School, he went on to study at the Kutztown University of Pennsylvania where he graduated in 2006 with a degree in Political Science and a minor in History.

After college, Attorney Qaqish enrolled at Widener University’s School of Law in Harrisburg. During his three years of dedication, he excelled in the study of law, was named a Widener Merit Scholar, and served as an Internal Editor for the Widener...

Experienced criminal defense lawyer Jeremy-Evan Alva has always sought to defend the underdog, even in the face of a challenge. He takes on difficult situations, including federal cases and felony matters. Jeremy is an invaluable aid on the side of those who are overwhelmed with the stress of criminal accusations. He proactively seeks out solutions for each unique case, while keeping his clients informed through every step of the process. Even while working through his education, Jeremy took on a challenge. He constructed his own triple major of Psychology, Sociology, and Political Science. While pursuing these studies, he pursued...