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May 2001 The Monthly Newspaper of the Philadelphia Bar Association Vol. 30, No. 5

June Quarterly Meeting R O U N D - U P Co n g r e s s m a n Still Time to Register for Chaka Fat t a h Charity Run to Add r e s s By Manny Pokotilow

It’s not too late to register for the 22nd annual Philadelphia Bar Ba r Me m be r s Association 10-Kilometer and By Daniel A. Cirucci economic stimulation, educa- Two-Mile Charity Run which will tion reform and governmen- be taking place on Sunday, May Philadelphia Congressman tal deregulation. He was 20 at 8:30 a.m. on the West River Chaka Fattah, whom Time recently appointed to the Drive adjacent to the magazine has called one of powerful House Appropria- Philadelphia Museum of Art. the 50 most promising lead- tions Committee. If you haven’t already sent ers in the country, will deliv- Particularly in the area of your application for the race, you er the third annual Judge A. education, no member of can still register in person daily Leon Higginbotham, Jr. Congress has come to Congressman Chaka Fattah until May 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 Public Interest Lecture at the embody such diverse leader- p.m. at the American Diabetes Philadelphia Bar ship experience as Chaka in the Pennsylvania General of the Pennsylvania State Association, Inc., One Plymouth Association’s Quarterly Fattah. Viewing his own edu- Assembly and continued Board of Education and on Meeting Mall, Suite 520, Meeting and Luncheon on cation as a bridge to a more during his time as chair of the Board of Trustees of Plymouth Meeting, Pa. 19462 or Tuesday, June 19 at noon in successful life, Fattah has said the Pennsylvania Senate Lincoln University, Temple at the offices of Caesar, Rivise, the Grand Ballroom of the he wants to build similar Education and Labor University, Pennsylvania Bernstein, Cohen & Pokotilow, Park Hyatt Philadelphia at bridges of opportunity for Committee. In Washington State University and the Ltd., 1635 Market St., 12th Floor, the Bellevue, Broad and “those who have been mar- he now sits on the House Community College of Philadelphia, Pa. 19103. Walnut Streets. ginalized.” He has been Committee on Education and Philadelphia. In 1986 he You may also check with A member of the U.S. responsible for GEAR UP, a the Workforce. He is also co- founded the annual Fattah Michael Berkowitz at (215) 567- House of Representatives national early college aware- chair of the Congressional Conference on Higher 2010 if you would like to enter from Pennsylvania’s 2nd ness program designed to Web-based Educational Education which has suc- continued on page 2 District, Fattah is one of the educate millions of students Commission. ceeded in raising over $8 leading new Washington on the importance of post- A former chair of the million in scholarship money voices of the post-Clinton secondary education. He has Executive Committee of the and motivated thousands of era. He has become a familiar also been a major advocate Pennsylvania Higher students to pursue graduate In This Issue ... figure on national talk and in the fight for expanded Education Assistance Agency, school opportunities. “It is public affairs programs as a educational opportunities. Chaka Fattah has helped over the way in which people 4 Bar Foundation split Congress grapples with Fattah’s interest in educa- 1.3 million students from who have been written off a Bush administration agen- tion began while he served Pennsylvania attend college. continued on page 6 8 Federal Bench-Bar da that includes tax cuts, on the Education Committee He has served as a member

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11 Bridge–the–Gap Commission Releases Judicial Ratings for Primary

12 Spring Quarterly by Daniel A. Cirucci qualifications of 25 candi- The Chancellor said vot- ended’ judicial candidates,” dates for the Court of Com- ers should take the list to the he added. Voters will vote 15 VIP Honors Carl S. Primavera, Chan- mon Pleas and 6 candidates polls with them. “This is the for 11 Common Pleas Court cellor of the Philadelphia Bar for the Municipal Court in most important information candidates and two 17 Jewish Law Day Association, and Nicholas J. the May 15 primary election. voters can have as they pre- Municipal Court candidates. Lisi, Chair of the Commission Seventeen individuals pare to vote,” Primavera said. To help publicize the Bar’s 18 Arts & Media on Judicial Selection and received “Recommended” “With all the candidates on ratings, the Chancellor Retention, have announced ratings and 14 were “Not the ballot, this list will guide announced a print and radio 22 People the results of the Comm- Recommended” by the voters so they can select advertising campaign funded ission’s investigation into the Commission. from among the ‘Recomm- continued on page 21

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By Carl S. Primavera taking a chance on justice? qualifications. Every candidate is also As lawyers, we even have to ask given up to two hours of consideration Have you noticed? In Philadelphia, ourselves: “Which candidates for Judge by the full Commission. it’s time to pick judges once again. This F R O N T L I N E should I vote for?” I’m very proud of the work of the year, 31 candidates are seeking initial But we know that the best way to Judicial Commission this year and you election to 11 Common Pleas and two make a choice is to follow the lead of should be too. Under the direction of Municipal Court judgeships in the May the Philadelphia Bar Association’s 29- its Chair Nick Lisi the Commission has 15 primary. The primary election is member Judicial Commission, and its done an outstanding job. The Judicial crucial because it will determine who 90-member investigative division. The Commission is a wonderfully diverse gets the all-important Democratic Commission completes an exhaustive group, comprised of attorneys, repre- Party nominations. And since a few of study and investigation of each of the sentatives from community groups and the candidates have cross-filed and candidates, spending countless hours the District Attorney, U.S. Attorney, the may be nominated by both parties, reviewing the candidates’ backgrounds Chief Public Defender, and the some candidates could be virtually and experience before reaching its President Judges of the Common Pleas elected in the primary. will find the list in their neighborhood conclusions about which candidates and Municipal Courts. Just as impor- But most of the candidates will be and community newspapers as well as are qualified to be judges. Each investi- tant, the Commission is comprised of eliminated in this first round. Sadly, The Philadelphia Inquirerand Philadelphia gation into a candidate’s credentials representatives from each area of the not enough people vote in the primary Daily News. The list also appears on our consumes at least 10 hours of volun- Bar, and has numerous women and election. If you reside in Philadelphia Web site at www.philadelphiabar.org teer time by investigative team mem- minority members. or if you have friends, co-workers or and I will be heard on radio spots bers and probably another 10 hours of Without these ratings, voters would relatives who live in Philadelphia, we leading up to May 15 reminding voters staff time. The 90-member investigative have no objective guidance at all. We want you to remember this: Vote in the to download the list or clip it from the divisio represents the eyes and ears of need qualified judges. Please help us primary on May 15. Vote only for those newspapers and take it to the polls the Judicial Commission. Each candi- by promoting only the Judicial candidates who have been found with them. date is reviewed by a three-member Commission’s “Recommended” candi- “Recommended” by the Philadelphia Our print ads boldly express the team which includes one non-lawyer. dates. Bar Association’s Commission on gist of the message: “Take this list with Investigative Division members inter- view judicial candidates as well as Carl S. Primavera, partner in the law firml e h of, r K Judicial Selection and Retention. The you to the polls. Or just bring a blind- H a rrison, Harvey, Branzburg and Ellers LLP, is list of “Recommended” and “Not fold.” It’s that simple and that impor- lawyers, judges and others who are Chancellor of the Philadelphia Bar Association. His e- Recommended” candidates appears in tant. Voters who are not guided by the knowledgeable about the candidates. mail address ish ac n c e l l o r @ p h i l a ba r. o r g . this issue of the Bar Reporter and will list will be playing roulette with the Additional time is also spent be published in all area newspapers crowded ballot of judicial candidates. reviewing writing samples and other between May 7 and May 14. People Can you think of a greater folly than factors which bear on a candidate’s

For open competition, the entry fee alphabetical order): CHARITY RUN is $25. For members of the Legal Sponsors - Anapol, Schwartz, continued from page 1 Philadelphia Bar Association, the regis- Weiss, Cohan, Feldman and Smalley, your law firm in the team competition. tration fee is $50 for both open compe- P.C.; Archer & Greiner; Barrack, Rodos Editor-in-Chief Bruce H. Bikin, Esq. The legal team competition continues tition and the Philadelphia Bar & Bacine; Blank Rome Comisky & to be fun for all participants because of Association competition. McCauley LLP; Caesar, Rivise, Bernstein, Associate Editors the unique tradition of allowing teams Anyone interested in working as a Cohen & Pokotilow, Ltd.; Cozen & Michael A. Cibik, Esq. with diverse age and gender classifica- volunteer on race day should contact O’Connor; Dechert; Fox, Rothschild, Glenn F. Rosenblum, Esq. tions to be competitive with one co-director Eric S. Marzluf at (215) 567- O’Brien & Frankel, LLP; Kent & Contributing Editor another. The top three teams in the 10- 2010. McBride, PC; Marshall, Dennehey, Richard Max Bockol, Esq. kilometer, two-mile and medley team There will also be race-day registra- Warner, Coleman & Goggin; McKissock Advisory Editors categories will be presented with tro- tion from 7:15 to 8 a.m. Registration on & Hoffman, P.C.; Montgomey, Merih O. Erhan, Esq. phy bowls. There will also be a medley the morning of the race is $30 for open McCracken, Walker & Rhoads, LLP; Marc Reuben, Esq. team competition where each team competition and $60 for members of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP; Neil A. Molly Peckman, Esq. may have a combination of 10-kilome- the Philadelphia Bar Association. Morris Associates, PC; Pepper Hamilton Director of Publications and New Media ter and two-mile runners. The race benefits the American LLP; Ratner & Prestia; Raynes, McCarty, Mark A. Tarasiewicz Diabetes Association and the Support Binder, Ross & Mundy; Reed Smith Managing Editor Center for Child Advocates. Shaw & McClay LLP; Stradley Ronon Jeff Lyons The Philadelphia Bar Association is Stevens & Young, LLP; Wolf, Block, Copy Editor being joined by Wawa, Inc., The Legal Schorr and Solis-Cohen LLP and Kate Maxwell L E T T E R S Intelligencer, USI Colburn Insurance, Woodcock Washburn Kurtz Mackiewicz Nihill & Riedley, P.C., Burrups Packard, & Norris LLP; Legal Supporter - Associate Executive Director Kudos to Chancellor for Communications and Public Affairs JuriStaff, Inc. and Esquire Deposition Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. Daniel A. Cirucci Services to support the event. In addi- For more information concerning To The Editors: Executive Director Chancellor Primavera’s recent tion to those sponsors, the following the race call Manny Pokotilow, Eric Kenneth Shear column in the Philadelphia Bar firms are supporting the race as legal Marzluf or Michael Berkowitz at (215) The Philadelphia Bar Report e r (ISSN 0145-3491) is Reporter on the stereotyping of sponsors and legal supporters (in 567-2010. published monthly and available by subscription for $45 per year by the Philadelphia Bar Association, 1101 Italian-Americans deserves com- Market St., 11th fl., Philadelphia, Pa. 19107-2911. mendation. Periodicals postage paid at Philadelphia, Pa. POST- M A S T E R : Send address changes to Philadelphia Bar Thank you for saying what too Tell Us What You Think! R e p o rt e r, c/o Philadelphia Bar Association, 1101 many profit-oriented businessmen The Philadelphia Bar Reporterwelcomes letters to the editors for publication. Market St., 11 fl., Philadelphia, Pa. 19107-2911. Telephone: (215) 238-6300. Association Web site: are averse to saying — and for say- Letters should be typed. There is no word limit, but editors reserve the right to ww w. p h i l a d e l p h i a b a r. o r g. Newspaper e-mail addre s s : re p o rt e r @ p h i l a b a r. o rg. The editorial and other views ing it so well. condense for clarity, style and space considerations. Letters must be signed to expressed in the Philadelphia Bar Reporterare not nec- verify authorship, but names will be withheld upon request. Letters may be essarily those of the Association, its officers, or its members. Advertising rates and information are avail- Joanne Ferdinando, member mailed, faxed or e-mailed to: Jeff Lyons, Managing Editor, Philadelphia Bar Reporter, able from American Lawyer Media, 1617 JFK Blvd., Italian-American One Voice Philadelphia Bar Association, 1101 Market St., 11th floor, Philadelphia, Pa. 19107- Suite 1750, Philadelphia, Pa. 19103-9655. Telephone: (215) 557-2300. 2911. Phone: (215) 238-6345. Fax: (215) 238-1267. E-mail: [email protected].

2 MAY 2001 / BAR REPORTER Chancellor to Request Advisory Board View on RNC Arrests

By Jeff Lyons of democracy and to report the find- duct during the convention. Business Law Section, who discussed ings of said investigation to the In other business, Association audi- some of the section’s goals for the rest Association Chancellor Carl S. Chancellor of the Philadelphia Bar tor David Faw delivered his annual of the year. She said the section wants Primavera will request the Police Association.” report, giving the Association his to develop a pro bono program for Advisory Board to look into police The Police Advisory Board is a “unqualified clean opinion.” business lawyers. conduct during last summer’s quasi-governmental commission that Chancellor-Elect Allan H. Gordon Mule´ also said the section is look- Republican National Convention, oversees police matters. The board also advised the Board of events ing to strengthen the activities of its where scores of protesters were arrest- investigates citizen complaints about planned for next year, when the committees and will present a commit- ed and held. police misconduct. Association will celebrate its 200th tee and committee chair-of-the-year The Association’s Board of Board Treasurer Gregory H. anniversary. Among the highlights are award in November. Governors tabled a more strongly Mathews expressed concern about the the American Bar Association’s Mid- Richard F. Furia and Joseph A. Prim, worded resolution at its April 26 meet- tone of the resolution, a feeling shared year Meeting set for February and an co-chairs of the Sole and Small Firm ing that would have called upon the by several other members of the Board. invitation to U.S. Supreme Court Chief Committee, also reported on their Police Advisory Board “to convene an After the resolution was tabled, Justice William H. Rehnquist to be the group’s plans and activities, including independent investigation into the Board Chair Rochelle M. Fedullo keynote speaker at the March recent presentations to committee alleged abuses of law enforcement to received a sense of the Board to have Quarterly Meeting and Luncheon. members on the many aspects of mar- ensure that the right to political dissent Primavera request that the Police The Board also heard from Ann keting one’s practice and the develop- is not compromised in the birthplace Advisory Board to examine police con- Mule´, chair of the Association’s ment and use of law firm Web sites.

Women in the Profession Committee Judge Massiah-Jackson Discusses Law Career, Life

By Jeff Lyons sider the judges my family,” she said. “I’d like to be their advocate and be Women have to be “stonger, smarter their buffer when they have problems. and better prepared” than their male “I don’t want to see our women counterparts to succeed in the legal become mediocre,” Judge Massiah- world, Philadelphia Common Pleas Jackson said. “We cannot let folks take Court President Judge Frederica A. us for granted or underestimate us as Philadelphia Common Pleas Court President Judge Frederica A. Massiah-Jackson (left) Massiah-Jackson told the Women in women or minorities,” she said, adding makes a point during a visit with the Women in the Profession Committee. To her right ar e the Profession committee at the com- that she has been faced with gender committee co-chairs Rochelle M. Fedullo and Carol Nelson Shepherd. mittee’s April 19 meeting. issues as well as racial issues during Introduced by committee co-chair the course of her career. being forced to take the summer off to been married for 27 years, says she Rochelle M. Fedullo as a “trailerblazer” “We have to be stronger, we have to have her first child. She said she used likes to work on any problems she has, for women lawyers in Philadelphia, be smarter and we have to be better four weeks of vacation time and then rather than walk away from them. “I’ve Judge Massiah-Jackson offered advice prepared than our male counterparts. I got half-pay for the month of August. toughed it out. I’ve done the judge and insights into her views of the law, believe that’s the reason why I’m presi- She said she was back at work by thing, the law thing, the family thing.” parenthood and married life to her dent judge,” she said. Labor Day, but her family struggled to She said a woman lawyer can women colleagues. Judge Massiah-Jackson recalled her survive at that time. accomplish anything but “it’s a matter “I’ve come to love the court. I con- early years as a young associate and Judge Massiah-Jackson, who has of juggling and working hard.”

BAR REPORTER / MAY 2001 3 Committee Works to Improve Fou n d a t i o n

By Gabriel L.I. Bevilacqua

The headline in The New York Timeson B A R F O U N D A T I O N ABA President Praises March 16 boldly proclaimed that the New York City population topped 8 million in the Census count for the first Immigration Summit time. The Timesattributed this surge in population growth, a six-percent April 12, 2001 Association and Pennsylvania Bar growth spurt, to a decade of sustained Association all generously provided immigration. The Census information Dear Pennsylvania colleagues: matching support for this grant. I for Philadelphia also demonstrated the am proud that our Association in significant impact that immigration has On behalf of the American Bar partnership with your and other had on this city’s population. The Association, I commend the local bars can support pro bono expected loss of Philadelphia residents Philadelphia Bar Foundation and legal services for this vulnerable was significantly moderated by a add value to our community. Philadelphia Bar Association for constituency of children to help strong immigration surge that both As part of this effort, and in convening a summit last month to ensure due process and fair treat- government and the private sector response to Association Chancellor Carl address the plight of detained immi- ment in their cases. failed to anticipate. Primavera’s call for strategic planning, a grant and refugee children in Like you, the ABA is highly con- For our city this was both good Foundation planning committee was Pennsylvania. cerned about these children. The news and bad news. The good news is formed. The committee, under the able Your summit attracted more than ABA has opposed and will continue that our community is being refreshed leadership of Gerald McHugh, presi- 30 prominent representatives of the to oppose INS detention of immi- by an influx of new arrivals that, as dent-elect of the Philadelphia Bar legal community. grant and refugee children pursuant with prior immigration surges, bring a Foundation, is grappling with core I learned of your summit to the IJA-ABA Juvenile Justice diverse and vibrant energy to our issues that define both the structure through the Association’s Standards. At our Midyear meeting region. On the other hand, each year and the mission of the Foundation. Immigration Pro Bono Development in February, our House of Delegates the U.S. Immigration and After frank and candid discussion, the and Bar Activation Project. The passed an important resolution sup- Naturalization Service detains more members of this committee asked that Project recently awarded a grant to porting the appointment of counsel than 4,600 children seeking to enter we convene a special meeting of the the Berks County Bar and at government expense for unac- this country. As Heather Bendit, the Foundation’s board to consider their Pennsylvania Immigrant Resource companied children for all stages of director of the Philadelphia Bar bold vision for the Foundation. The Center for pro bono representation immigration processes and proceed- Foundation, has written, “these children work of this committee cannot be of children in Immigration and ings; favoring the establishment are routinely separated from family overestimated and I am truly humbled Naturalization Service (INS) custody within the Department of Justice of members and taken to facilities in by the contribution of each and every in Berks County and York, an independent office to ensure that other cities or even other states. committee member. Pennsylvania. The Asian American children’s interests are respected at Though sometimes housed in shelters, Yogi Berra once said, “you can’t get Bar Association of Delaware Valley, all stages of immigration processes; a significant number of the children are to second base without first taking Berks Bar Association, Philadelphia and urging that children who can- incarcerated in juvenile correction your foot off first.” We must be pre- Bar Association, Hispanic Bar continued on page 7 facilities, commingled with adjudicated pared to risk the security of first base juvenile delinquents, even though they in order to gain much more. I will be have committed no crime.” reporting in future articles about the On March 13 the Philadelphia Bar work of the Foundation and this Foundation convened a summit to important committee. Looking for a special way address this problem. The summit We also have some other exciting helped to focus our collective attention news to report. On Friday, May 18, the to remember someone? in the hopes of stimulating innovative Foundation will present an award to and sustainable pro bono programs to Mayor John F. Street in recognition of address this need. his tireless work to improve the lives of the most vulnerable members of our The problems of immigrant children, Births • Deaths • Marriages • Anniversaries when viewed in the context of the community. The award will be present- broader need for legal services, pose ed at a gala luncheon at the Union Making Partner • Passing the Bar significant additional challenges to the League. Numerous firms have already resources of the public interest com- committed to sponsor the event at a Through the Special Way to Remember program, you can munity. As former Bar Foundation cost of $5,000. If you or your firm presidents David Unkovic and Carol would like to be a part of this special honor a colleague or loved one with a contribution to the Huff observed in 1999 and 2000, event, please contact Melissa Engler at Philadelphia Bar Foundation. Since 1964 the Bar Foundation “despite the healthy economy these (215) 238-6347. has distributed millions of dollars in attorney gifts and other continue to be difficult times for the The Foundation plays a vital role in funds to public interest groups that provide counsel and this legal community, as one of the pri- poor and for the exercise of their legal assistance to the poor, disabled, elderly and children in our mary mechanisms for organizing the rights.” The Foundation began the year c o m m u n i t y. Your gift will help serve the needs of financial support of the private bar for with a commitment both to increase Philadelphians who have nowhere else to turn for legal ser- funding for our ongoing programs and our rich and vibrant legal services vices. to increase our endowment. We want community. If you do not already do to improve every current program so, I urge you to take this opportunity If you would like to make a gift to the Foundation as a while, at the same time, exploring new to support the Bar Foundation’s vision meaningful expression of respect, please call (215) 238-6334. programs, which improve the ability of of providing equal access to justice for the Bar Foundation to fund legal ser- all. Visit our Web site at www. vices that ensure equal justice. We are philadelphiabar.org and click on the committed to exploring new approach- Bar Foundation’s icon. es to fund-raising, while at the same Ga b riel L.I. Bevilacqua is president of the Philadelphia time, retaining proven fund raising and Bar Fo u n d a t i o n . grant-making methods in an effort to

4 MAY 2001 / BAR REPORTER Philadelphia Bar Foundation Register Today for the 13th Annual Golf Classic

By Jeff Lyons course-adjusted net score. Other prizes the souvenir program; presentation of sponsorship; recognition in the sou- will be awarded for the low gross four- awards; invitation to exclusive recep- venir program; a two-player golf invi- Registration is still available for the some score, the low net foursome tion; an invitation to play golf for four tation; sponsor photo; and complimen- 13th Annual Philadelphia Bar score, the closest to the pin, the players; a sponsor photo; and compli- tary raffle tickets. Foundation Golf Classic set for straightest drive and the longest drive. mentary raffle tickets. A sponsorship of $2,500 includes Monday, June 25 at Saucon Valley This year’s Golf Classic will also fea- For a $5,000 donation, sponsors get name on sign, tees and green; recogni- Country Club in Bethlehem, Pa., the ture a silent auction and raffle with a choice of a cocktail buffet reception tion in the souvenir program; a one- site of last year’s U.S. Senior Open. prizes donated by prominent area or auction sponsor; recognition in the player golf invitation; sponsor photo; The cost for Bar Association mem- retailers and restaurants. souvenir program; a three-player golf and complimentary raffle tickets. bers is $450 per player. Non-members Sponsorships are also available for invitation; a sponsor photo; and com- For more information about the are invited to play at a cost of $550. the Golf Classic. For a $7,500 donation, plimentary raffle tickets. Bar Foundation Golf Classic, contact Prices include greens fees, golf cart, sponsors get their name on the club- A $3,500 sponsorship includes a Melissa Engler at (215) 238-6347 or e- lunch refreshments and a cocktail house entrance banner; recognition in choice of cart, luncheon or refreshment mail her at [email protected]. reception following the tournament. Proceeds from the Golf Classic will support the Bar Foundation’s annual grants program. Last year’s Classic raised nearly $100,000, one-third of all funds distributed by the Bar Foundation. The Bar Foundation is dedicated to ensuring equal access to justice for victims of poverty, abuse and discrimination. The Colburn Cup will be presented to the player with the lowest USGA

Foundation to Honor Street at Luncheon

The Philadelphia Bar Foundation will honor Mayor John F. Street at a luncheon on Friday, May 18 for his commitment to equal justice. “He stands alone in terms of his ability not only to talk about address- ing the needs of those who are defenseless, but to help them and he has accomplished so much in such a short time for the city,” said Gabriel L.I. Bevilacqua, president of the Philadelphia Bar Foundation. “Mayor Street exemplifies all that is good. We should all have the charitable spirit he has for those who need help the most,” said Bevilacqua. The May 18 luncheon is set for noon at the Union League. Organizations wishing to make special recognition of the mayor with a $5,000 contribution to the Bar Foundation will be acknowl- edged during the program. “Sponsors” will also get an invitation to a private reception before the luncheon as well as premier seating at a reserved table. “Friends” who contribute $2,500 will receive a reserved table for 10 guests and acknowledgment in the luncheon program. Individual tickets may be purchased for $175. For more information, contact Melissa Engler at the Philadelphia Bar Foundation at (215) 238-6347 or by e- mail at [email protected].

BAR REPORTER / MAY 2001 5 Longtime Attorneys Will Be Honored

As part of the June 19 Quarterly Meeting and Luncheon, new members of the 50-, 60-, 65- and 70-Year Clubs will be welcomed. The clubs honor attorneys who have been practicing law for 50 years or more. This year’s honorees include: 50 Years: William K. Adams; Judge Martin W. Bashoff; Perry S. Bechtle; Daniel C. Cohen; George A. D’Angelo; Jerome H. Ellis; Peter A. Galante; Sidney Ginsberg; Herman Bloom; Harold Cramer; Judge Armand Della Porta; Donald E. Funk; Joseph E. Gembala; William L. Goldman, Sr.; Robert Ira Goldy; Robert S. Grodinsky; George J. Harding; Bancroft D. Haviland; Charles C. Hileman; Thomas M. Hyndman, Jr.; Hon. Leon Katz; Edward Greer; Charles R. Hann; Thomas B. Harper, III; Norman C. Henss; John Harry Hines; Jerome Pennsylvania Attorney General Mike Fisher (left) makes a point as course planner Gregory M. Harvey Kaplan; Herbert F. Kolsby; Stephen J. Korn; Melvin G. Levy; Henry J. (center) and former Mayor Edward G. Rendell look on at the March 27 Chancellor ’s Forum on the election. Lotto; Hon. Tullio G. Leomporra; John Ely Littleton; Raymond W. Midgatt; Edward K. Nichols, Jr.; Hugh M. Odza; Hon. Rita E. Prescott; Howard I. Rubin; Francis A. Scanlan; Allen I. Rosenberg; Sylvan H. Election Topic of Chancellor’s Forum Savadove; Edwin Seave; Louis E. Seltzer; Sheldon Tabb; Leo Vernon; Pennsylvania Attorney The forum, “The School of Law; John J. Virginia B. Wallace; Hon. Charles R. Weiner; David Zwanetz. General Mike Fisher and Supreme Court and the Soroko of Duane, Morris & 60 years: H. Francis DeLone; Andrew N. Farnese; Chester C. former Philadelphia Mayor Presidential Election,” also Hecksher LLP; and course Hilinski; Albert Konefsky; Sol Henry Kitei; Daniel Mungall, Jr.; George Edward G. Rendell were included faculty members planner Gregory M. Harvey Ovington, III; Mitchell E. Panzer; Robert W. Sayre; H. Mark Solomon. among the faculty who Howard J. Bashman of of Montgomery, McCracken, 65 years: Elwood S. Levy; Melvel W. Snitow. debated the 2000 presiden- Buchanan Ingersoll PC; Walker & Rhoads LLP. 70 years: Eugene J. Charters; Elihu A. Greenhouse; I.I. Jamisen; tial election at a March 27 David Kairys, a professor at More than 200 people Albert M. Hankin; Alexander Katzin; Samuel Lander; W. Bradley Chancellor’s forum. Temple University’s Beasley attended. Ward; Andrew B. Young

FATTAH Pennsylvania Wharton School and the Association’s continuing observance of Also at the luncheon, the continued from page 1 University of Pennsylvania Fels School the 10th Anniversary of its Public Association will honor senior lawyers of State and Local Government where Interest Section. The Higginbotham of the Bar by inducting new members he earned a Master’s Degree in Lecture was first presented to the of the Association’s 50-, 60-, 65- and can be written back in,” Fattah has said Government Administration. The father Association in 1999 by Marian Wright 70-Year Clubs. of the conference. of two children, he is married to NBC Edelman, founder and president of the Tickets to the luncheon are $40 for A life-long resident of Philadelphia, 10 co-anchor and attorney Reneé Children’s Defense Fund. Last year, Association members and $45 for non- Congressman Fattah attended city pub- Chenault-Fattah. Harvard Law School professor and members. To register for the luncheon, lic schools, the Community College of Fattah’s address to the Philadelphia television legal commentator Charles J. complete and return the ticket order Philadelphia, the University of Bar Association is part of the Ogletree, Jr. delivered the lecture. form below.

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6 MAY 2001 / BAR REPORTER Appellate Courts Committee Judge Scirica Explains Changes in Rul e s

By Mary E. Dixon considering the viability of a “back- of negotiation. Second, the committee vided unique insight into the process door opt out” provision, which would is considering the problem of overlap- of rule-making, and he further provid- Judge Anthony J. Scirica of the 3rd provide a party with a second chance ping class action suits, and whether the ed helpful information to those prac- Circuit Court of Appeals recently to opt out of a class after a settlement rules can be amended to avoid incon- ticing before the 3rd Circuit. updated members of the Appellate is approved by the district court. Judge gruous results among these suits. Scirica noted that such a provision Finally, Judge Scirica welcomed Mary E. Dixon is an assistant city solicitor with the City Courts Committee on rules changes. of Philadelphia Law Department. Judge Scirica is completing his third would certainly change the dynamics questions from the attendees. He pro- year as chair of the Standing Committee of the Judicial Conference of the United States, Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure. As such, his remarks were addressed pri- marily to the process by which rules are adopted or modified. Judge Scirica also highlighted some of the Standing Committee’s current projects. One of its many undertakings is a restyling of the rules. The goal of the restyling project is to remove existing ambiguities. Judge Scirica noted that the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure were restyled several years ago, and the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure are currently undergoing a restyling process. After that is completed, the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure will be restyled. Additionally, the Civil Rules Committee is currently studying class action lawsuits and is considering two major changes. First, the committee is

ABA PRESIDENT continued from page 4 not be released from custody be placed in culturally appropriate family-like settings. I am particularly pleased that your summit has led to the formation of a working group to develop a compre- hensive strategy to address the chil- dren’s needs in your region. Through your effort, you can help create posi- tive change in the children’s treatment and access to counsel. I will direct the ABA Immigration Pro Bono Project to provide any and all assistance you may desire as you work on these important issues. Through your work, you are creat- ing greater justice for detained immi- grant and refugee children. Your work makes you a role model for other bars and law firms and represents a friendly challenge to your colleagues to follow your footsteps and work to provide greater legal care for these children. I thank you for your service to these children and our profession. I encour- age you to spread the message and meaning of your work with your col- leagues to support providing pro bono services for the children. With best wishes I remain, Sincerely yours, Martha W. Barnett

BAR REPORTER / MAY 2001 7 Federal Bench-Bar Conference Education, Relaxation on Agenda for Conference

All lawyers and judges who practice room? cosponsoring organization, $115 for 4724 or (800) 932-4637 or by visiting and preside in the local federal courts Closing announcements at the con- members admitted after Jan. 1, 1997 PBI online at www.pbi.org. Pre-regis- are invited to attend the 2001 Federal ference will be given by course planner and $155 for nonmembers. One copy tration is encouraged. Bench-Bar Conference, set for Friday, Don P. Foster of Pepper Hamilton LLP, of 2001 Federal Bench-Bar Conference Arrangements for golf and/or tennis June 15 at Green Valley Country Club chair of the Bar’s Federal Courts is included in your registration. The following the conference may be made in Lafayette Hill, Pa. The event will be Committee. materials are not available for separate by contacting the Philadelphia Bar cosponsored by the Association’s Tuition is $135 for members of the purchase. Association’s member services director Federal Courts Committee and the Pennsylvania, Philadelphia or any Registration for the conference may Arleen Weitz at (215) 238-6318 or Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI). other county bar association or any- be obtained by calling PBI at (800) 247- [email protected]. The conference, a one-day educa- tional and recreational event for feder- al court practitioners and judges, offers 2.5 substantive continuing legal educa- tion credits and will be held from 8:15 a.m. to noon. On-site registration for the conference begins at 7:45 a.m. During the event, litigators and judges will spend the morning hearing panel presentations on topics of cur- rent interest in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Following an on-site luncheon, the afternoon is open for relaxing, golf and tennis at the nearby Eagle Lodge Conference Center. Opening remarks will be made by U.S. District Court Chief Judge James T. Giles. Course Planner and Federal Courts Committee Vice Chair Howard D. Scher will then introduce the first session, “Déjà vu All Over Again: Amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.” The program will fea- ture Program Coordinator Abbe Fletman of Wolf, Block, Schorr & Solis- Cohen LLP and the following judicial panelists: District Judges John P. Fullam, Norma L. Shapiro and Lowell A. Reed and attorneys Jeanette Melendez Bead of Montgomery, McCracken, Walker & Rhoads, LLP and Deborah R. Gross of the law offices of Bernard M. Gross, P.C. Following program one, participants can hear a report from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, presented by Interim U.S. Attorney Michael L. Levy or the newly-appointed U.S. Attorney. The second session, “The Evolution of the Role of the Magistrate Judge in the Eastern District,” will feature pro- gram coordinator Mary Ellen O’Laughlin and the following panel members: U.S. District Court Judges Ronald L. Buckwalter and William H. Yohn Jr. and Magistrate Judge Diane M. Welsh, joined by attorneys Shelly Smith of the Philadelphia City Solicitor’s Office and Paul Messing of Kairys, Rudovsky, Epstein, Messing & Rau. Next, Clerk of the Court Michael E. Kunz will present his “annual report on the state of the court.” Following his report is “Speak Your Mind,” a panel meeting chaired by Chief Judge Giles. The meeting will give attendees the opportunity to air their views on such questions as: How will the new ADR procedures affect practitioners? and Should there be a baseline of accept- able use of technology in each court-

8 MAY 2001 / BAR REPORTER Women in the Profession Committee June 29 Nomination Deadline for O’Connor Award The Women in the Profession c o m m u n i t y. O’Connor presented the first award to Judge Dolores K. Sloviter (former Chief Committee is seeking nominations for This year, the award presentation U.S. District Judge Norma L. Shapiro. Judge); U.S. District Judge Anita B. the 2001 Sandra Day O’Connor Award. will be made during the Bar Asso- The award has since been presented Brody; Leslie Anne Miller, first woman Deadline for nominations is June 29. ciation’s Quarterly Meeting in October. to the late Juanita Kidd Stout, former president of the Pennsylvania Bar Ass- The award is conferred annually on The committee established the Justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme ociation; and Lila G. Roomberg of Ball- a woman attorney who has demon- award in 1993 to recognize the impor- Court; Deborah R. Willig, first woman ard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll, LLP. strated superior legal talent, ach i e ve d tant contributions that women attor- Chancellor of the Philadelphia Bar For more information e-mail com- significant legal accomplishments and neys in Philadelphia have made to the Association; Marina Angel, of the Tem- mittee co-chairs Rochelle M. Fedullo at has furthered the advancement of legal profession. That year, U.S. ple University Beasley School of Law [email protected] or Carol Nelson women in both the profession and the Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day faculty; 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals Shepherd at [email protected].

2001 SANDRA DAY O’CONNOR AWARD NOMINATION FORM Chaney to The Sandra Day O’Connor Award was named in honor of the first female Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court and is given a n nu a l ly to an outstanding female at t o rn ey in the Philadelphia area. The recipient is expected to exemplify the Speak at qualities that Justice O’Connor has demonstrated in her life and work. Therefore, the Award Committee gives preference to those nominees who have achieved prominence and the highest degree of professional excellence in their field over a sus- tained period and who have openly and visibly used their position and stature in the community to mentor, promote and Breakfast of advance other women lawyers. Specific criteria follow: Champions Award Criteria: ¥ Female attorney with law practice or other professional activities in Philadelphia. Legendary Temple University men’s ¥ A career path that demonstrates superior legal talent and ability characterized by unique basketball coach John Chaney, a strong contributions to and significant achievements within the legal community. advocate for the rights of children and ¥ Advocacy for the advancement and equal treatment of women in the profession, as well youth, will deliver the keynote address at Community Legal Services’ 12th as the community. annual Breakfast of Champions on ¥ A reputation for mentoring other women in the profession. Friday, June 8. The program will begin at 8 a.m. in the Rose Garden at the Park Hyatt Return the completed form with all additional materials by Friday, June 29, 2001 to: O’Connor Award, Philadelphia at the Bellevue, Broad and Women in the Profession Committee, Philadelphia Bar Association, 1101 Market St., 11th fl., Philadelphia, Pa. Walnut streets. 19107-2911. Sponsored by the Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association, the Breakfast of Nominee’s Name: ______Title: ______Champions kicks off CLS’ Annual Bar Campaign to raise money for CLS’ Firm/Organization: ______Phone:______operating budget. The largest provider of free civil legal services in Business Address: ______Philadelphia, CLS handles 20,000 cases annually. Funds from the annual bar ______campaign support CLS’ ability to pro- vide those legal services to low-income Nominator’s Name: Title: ______residents of Philadelphia. In honor of its 35th anniversary this Firm/Organization: ______year, CLS intends to raise $350,000 from law firms and members of the Phone: ______Philadelphia Bar. Early contributions and pledges will be announced at the Business Address: ______breakfast. At the breakfast, CLS will bestow ______Champion of Justice awards to Philadelphia City Solicitor Kenneth I. 1 Please use 8 /2-x-11" sheets to answer the following questions. Trujillo and Joanne Zack of Kohn, Swift 1. How long have you known the nominee? & Graf, P.C., both former CLS board members. “Ken has been a staunch 2. What has been your association with the nominee? supporter of CLS’ work for many 3. Describe the nominee’s professional accomplishments. years,” said Catherine C. Carr, Executive 4. What is the nominee’s most significant accomplishment? Director of CLS. “And Joanne’s service 5. Describe how the nominee has been an advocate and used her position and stature in the community to advance, and on the board has been invaluable. provide career opportunities for, women lawyers generally. Their work has made a major differ- 6. Describe what the nominee has done to mentor, promote and advance other women lawyers. ence in our ability to serve Philadelphia’s poorest and most vul- 7. Describe other activities in which the nominee has engaged that have advanced women inside and outside the legal nerable residents. We are honored to community. recognize them with our Champion of Justice Awards.” Nominators must provide answers to questions 1-7. Nominators are encouraged to include additional material on the nom- CLS will honor other supporters inee, such as curriculum vitae, press clippings, résumé; however, no more than three letters in support of the nominee will with Equal Justice Awards at the be accepted. Nomination forms may refer to and incorporate information submitted within the past three years for the nom- Breakfast. For more information, con- inee. The nominator is also responsible for ensuring submission of current information for the nominee as well. tact CLS at (215) 981-3732.

BAR REPORTER / MAY 2001 9 Young Lawyers Division Before You Get Busy, Get Organized

By James E. Elam IV was to effectively chop up my work- for everyone. day. I noticed that it took me more You will also find that organizing It would be an understatement to time to complete tasks because my your day allows you to keep better say that there are not enough hours in YLD UPDAT E train of thought changed tracks too records of your daily activities. the day to achieve my daily goals. I frequently. I found that if I answered Maintain a log of calls made and find that every day, I have to make an and returned calls only during certain received. Have a place for working files effort to maintain a good balance hours of the day, things moved along that should be at your fingertips. between my work and home lives. In much better. Likewise, files that are not currently fact, many younger associates/practi- Depending on your practice area, being used should be either returned tioners have difficulty achieving the you must also organize your workload or placed in a different location. Give same things. in a way that is manageable for you. yourself deadlines by which to achieve The sad truth is that many do not There is no surefire way to do any task, your goals. have the organizational skills that can however there are guidelines that can Regardless of the means, organiza- help them manage and maintain the serve you well. If you’re a litigator, for tion will prove to be invaluable to daily “To Do” list. Organization can example, you should poll those more your growth as an attorney. You will save any person time, money and early can prove invaluable in navigat- experienced to determine the means find that you are better prepared and energy that would likely be better ing these often-troubled waters. A key by which they maintain their case files. far more clear about what you have focused in other directions. Likewise, to organization is to identify your pri- This allows you access to several means done and must do. Moreover, organi- maintaining a regimen of how your orities and to place the remainder of of achieving the same ends. If you are zation allows you more time to pursue day will proceed will free up a tremen- the items wherever they fit in your day. fortunate, these attorneys will also your personal goals as well, like dous amount of time that you, your It also helps to identify your weakness- share with you their “horror stories” so attending the Young Lawyers Division family and friends will appreciate. es. that you may learn from their mis- monthly happy hours. The career of a young lawyer often My biggest weakness is the tele- takes. From the information that you phone. When I began practicing, I gather, identify the means that you James E. Elam IV, associate in the law firm of Dilworth tends to follow another person’s clock, Paxson LLP, is chair of the Young Lawyers Division. His usually a supervising attorney. would answer and return calls as soon believe are best suited for your needs e-mail address is elamje@dilworthlaw. c o m . Organizing your thoughts and actions they arrived. What this served to do and abilities. Not every system works

Career Corner Career Planning and Placement Avoid Common Mistakes from During Job Interviews

By Gary Mintz and intellect to handle the position, not the other way around. Most attorneys know the basics The candidate was desperate. Upcoming workshops: when it comes to interviewing for a Skills and ability that fit the job new job: dress conservatively, show up description are most important to the on time, shave, comb your hair, shine employer, not the fact that you will do • “Interview Techniques,” May 2 your shoes, etc. anything to get out of your current job “Job Search Strategy,” May 9 As a legal recruiter, I get feedback or that you need a job so bad that you • from both sides of the interview desk. will do anything to get this one. • “Résumé Drafting,” May 16 Soon after an interview has taken Always sell yourself as the most quali- • “Internet Job Searching,” May 23 place, I speak with both parties fied individual for the position, not the • “Preparing a Cover Letter,” May 30 involved. There is often a remarkable one who needs or wants it the most. difference in perception as to how the The candidate overstated his or interview went. It is typical for the can- her experience. Don’t exaggerate All workshops are held on Wednesdays at noon didate to feel that he or she made a your prior experience either on your Bar Headquarters, 10th floor, 1101 Market St. tremendous impression, but when I resume or in the interview. If they No reservations required! speak to the potential employer, often don’t figure out your lack of experience the opposite is true. in the interview, they certainly will Career counseling and résumé review services What follows are the most common after you start. by appointment, issues of concern expressed by firms The candidate was more pas- Mondays from 9 to 11 a.m. and Fridays from 1:30 to 4 p.m. interested in hiring new attorneys. sionate about hobbies and outside at Bar Headquarters. For an appointment, call Cindy Towers at The candidate was overconfi- interests than the practice of law. (215) 751-9100, extension 301 dent about his or her abilities. A Although employers want to see candi- JuriStaff, the only legal staffing agency endorsed by the Philadelphia Bar very common complaint from our dates who have diverse interests, in an Association, provides temporary, temporary-to-permanent and direct-hire clients is that too many candidates interview you need to convince them placements of attorneys, paralegals and support staff. interview with the attitude that they that your career is your top priority. already have the job. Although you The candidate prematurely want to ask questions and learn about addressed compensation issues. It Learn more at the firm, you are not interviewing the is a very basic interview rule to not potential employer – they are inter- address compensation early in the www.juristaff.com or www.philadelphiabar.org viewing you. It is your job to convince or call JuriStaff at (215) 751-9100, ext. 301. them that you have the skills, ability continued on page 13

10 MAY 2001 / BAR REPORTER Law Week Features Many Community Events

By Jeff Lyons • Stepping Out for Seniors, YLD Happy Hour at Pagliacci Germantown High School, 50 E. High A full schedule of activities is St., 8:45 to 11:30 a.m. planned throughout the city for Law This month’s YLD Happy Hour will be held at Pagliacci at the Academy • Lawyer in the Classroom, Week 2001. House, 1420 Locust St., on Thursday May 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. The event is spon- Germantown High School, 50 E. High The theme of Law Week 2001, spon- sored by JuriStaff and the Business Law Section. St., 8:45 to 11:30 a.m. sored by the Bar Association, is • Lawyer in the Classroom, Simon “Promoting the Best Interests of Wynnefield Avenue with Judges Victor J. DiNubile, Jr., Craig Washington, Gratz High School, 18th Street and Children.” Kathryn S. Lewis, Jacqueline F. Allen, Jane Greenspan and Abe Gafni at 6:30 Hunting Park Avenue, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. All Law Week activities are under Jimmie Moore, Thomasine Tynes, p.m. • Law Fair, Shops at Liberty Place, the direction of Association Renee Cardwell Hughes and John J. As part of the First Judicial District Atrium, 1605 Market St., 12 to 2 p.m. Chancellor-Elect Allan H. Gordon and O’Grady at 6:30 p.m.; Grace Baptist of Pennsylvania’s Law Week celebra- • KID ID Program, Shops at Liberty are coordinated by the Association’s Church, Germantown Avenue and tion, 31 Court of Common Pleas and Place, Atrium, 1605 Market St., 12 to 2 Young Lawyers Division (YLD) with the Johnson Street, with Judges Lillian Municipal Court judges will visit p.m. help of scores of lawyer-volunteers. Harris Ransom, Arnold L. New, schools around the city on Tuesday, • Children’s Insurance Program, The YLD Law Week co-chairs are YLD Theodore A. McKee, Gwendolyn N. May 1. co–sponsored by the YWCA, Shops at Chair-Elect Marla A. Joseph and Bright, Willis W. Berry, Jr., Gwendolyn Wednesday, May 2 Liberty Place, Atrium, 1605 Market St., Executive Committee member Melissa Conway and Patricia A. McInerney at • Meet the judges programs at Girls 12 to 2 p.m. A. Schwartz. 6:30 p.m.; Oak Lane Presbyterian High, 1400 W. Olney Ave., with Judges Thursday, May 3 The following is a schedule of Law Church, Oak Lane and 11th Street with Gwendolyn N. Bright, Idee C. Fox, • Doctor/Lawyer in the Classroom, Week activities: Judges C. Darnell Jones, II; Robert J. Marlene Lachman, Frederica A. Bache Martin School, 22nd and Brown Tuesday, May 1 Matthews, Gregory E. Smith and Sheila Massiah-Jackson, Lisa Aversa Richette, streets, 9 to 10 a.m. • Lawyer in the Classroom, Woods-Skipper at 6;30 p.m.; Turner Annette Rizzo, Shelley Robbins New Friday, May 4 Archbishop Ryan High School, 11201 Middle School, 59th Street and and Sheila Woods-Skipper at 8:15 a.m.; • Lawyer for a Day, Philadelphia Bar Academy Road, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Baltimore Avenue with Judges John South Philadelphia Community Center, Association, 1101 Market St., 11th floor, • Naturalization Ceremony and Milton Younge, Karen Shreeves-Johns, Broad and Porter streets with Judges 8:30 a.m. Edward F. Chacker Essay Contest Glynnis Hill, Myrna Field and Mark I. Matthew D. Carrafiello, Nicholas Saturday, May 5 Recitation, 10:30 a.m., Federal Bernstein at 6:30 p.m.; Germantown Cipriani, Marlene Lachman, Lydia Y. • Same-Sex Couples and the Law Courthouse, 6th and Market streets Jewish Center, Lincoln Drive and Ellet Kirkland, Joan A. Brown, Elizabeth forum, Temple University Center City • Meet the judges programs, Pinn Street with Judges Flora Barth Wolf, Jackson, Idee Fox, Gary DiVito and campus, 1616 Walnut St., 2:30 to 3:45 Memorial Church, 54th Street and Petrese B. Tucker, Genece E. Brinkley, Louis J. Presenza at 6:30 p.m. p.m.

Professional Responsibility Committee Nigro Touts Program ‘Bridging the Gap’ for New Pennsylvania Lawyers

By Jeff Lyons been a huge help to me at that time,” For more information Nigro said. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court is • For more information on the Bridge–the– “Bridge-the-Gap” is a one-day semi- improving access to vital practice Gap Program, visit the Pennsylvania Board nar where law students learn discipli- information with its “Bridge-the-Gap” of Law Examiners Web site at nary rules and what they should and program designed to teach third-year www.courts.state.pa.us/pable/default.htm should not do as lawyers. But accord- law students the dos and don’ts of the ing to Justice Nigro, it’s not just first- legal profession. and second-year lawyers who are get- resources necessary for newly admitted The program was detailed by ting in trouble. One example of a attorneys to practice competently, i.e., Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice “don’t” that Justice Nigro mentioned is follow the proper rules and procedures Russell M. Nigro at the April 3 meeting lawyers who pay for their licenses with to practice law including effective rep- of the Professional Responsibility a check drawn on their escrow account. Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice resentation of clients. The program will Committee. The court has focused the scope of Russell M. Nigro explains the ‘Bridge-the- be conducted in an eight-hour, one- “We spent 18 months putting this the program instruction on the follow- Gap’ program during the April 3 meeting of day format at no cost to applicants and program together,” said Justice Nigro. ing areas: Overview of the Pennsyl- the Bar Association’s Pr o f e s s i o n a l will be held on scheduled Saturdays in “This program is designed to keep vania Supreme Court and the Discip- Responsibility Committee. the spring and fall at or near the third-year law students on the straight linary Board; communications with Pennsylvania law schools. The program and narrow so we don’t have to see clients; fiduciary requirements for tion is a way for all lawyers to stay on is required for all applicants seeking them later in their careers.” Pennsylvania lawyers; managing your top of the latest changes in the law, not admission to the bar of the Beginning with the July 2001 bar practice properly; and outreach pro- just new lawyers. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania under examination, all applicants will be grams and aids to new attorneys. “As long as lawyers go to CLE with Pa.B.A.R. 203 and 205. The program is required to complete the Court’s “These people are investing an the right attitude, they’ll get something limited to law school students in their Bridge-the-Gap Program prior to awful lot of time and an awful lot of out of it. Don’t go in there and read the last year of law school (seniors) and becoming admitted to the bar of the money getting their law degrees. We’ve newspaper or a magazine or play with law school graduates. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. found that they’re thankful for the fact a laptop computer. Don’t look at it like “In 1973, when I started out, I had a According to the Pennsylvania we’re offering guidance so they can a waste of time and money,” he said. storefront law office with no secretary. I Board of Law Examiners Web site, the practice law the right way,” Justice “For my money, it’s a worthwhile did my own filing, everything. I wish I goal of the Court in creating this pro- Nigro said. endeavor. It shows the public we’re would have had this kind of program gram is to provide the information and Nigro feels continuing legal educa- always looking to improve ourselves.” when I was starting out. It would have

BAR REPORTER / MAY 2001 11 Spring Quarterly Meeting Begala Examines Bush’s First 75 Days

By Bruce H. Bikin

Paul Begala, who served as an advi- sor to former President Clinton, offered humor sprinkled with political insights “There are two presidencies,” concerning George W. Bush’s first 75 Begala said. “The intentional days in the White House during his keynote address at the Spring Quarterly presidency and the unintentional Meeting and Luncheon. presidency.” The intentional pres- Begala, who also served as a politi- cal advisor to Pennsylvania Gov. Robert idency is “the stuff he cam- Casey and U.S. Sen. Harris Wofford, paigned on, the stuff he believes began by acknowledging his Pennsylvania Bar membership and his in.” longtime partnership with James Carville, another well-known political operative. He said they got into politics because Carville had asked him “If we were going to hire a lawyer, would we spied on us,” Begala said. hire each other?” Being Carville’s part- Now, with the Chinese making a ner was “like being Dolly Parton’s feet,” Paul Begala (far left) is joined before the Spring Quarterly Meeting by (from left) stink about the collision of one of their he said. “They may be very nice but Philadelphia Mayor John F. Street, Board of Governors Chair Rochelle M. Fedullo, jets with our spy plane, we need our they are overshadowed by more Association Chancellor Carl S. Primavera and Assistant Treasurer Cheryl L. Gaston. allies and “we have very few friends to prominent features.” turn to,” he said. Bush seems to have In his analysis of the Bush presiden- on the Fourth of July. She sent her son States. To the cynics, she would wag her exchanged the Cold War policy of “con- cy, he said, “He has the House. He has to college with the help of government finger and say “Only in America.” tainment” for the new policy of “alien- the Senate and he has an agenda.” loans and education and watched as ation,” Begala added. Begala said Bush has started his presi- her grandson became a lawyer and Bruce H. Bikin, partner in the law firm of Montgomery, On the domestic side, Begala saw M c C r aken, c Walker & Rhoads, LLP, is editor-in-chief of dency more rigidly conservative than advisor to the president of the United the Bar Reporter. the break of Republican senators with would have been expected for his very the president on the tax cut issue as moderate days as the governor of significant. Texas. The first bill he signed repealed “When you start seeing respected certain workplace safety procedures. He senators breaking from the party with- is working on repealing a host of exec- in the first 100 days, that is a surprise,” utive orders on medical privacy. he said. You may lose control of the Begala noted that the key to Clinton, agenda when you lose control of the while president, was that he watched party, Begala added. A recent New York the center. He took on liberals on some Timespoll found 50 percent of those issues. Some of his best friends told polled felt Bush was not running him he was wrong about certain policy things. And this is all in the first 100 issues. Bush, he said, ought to get to the days when the new president’s power is point where there is “some deviation supposed to be at its peak. from the standard of corporate infalli- Begala wondered what Bush would bility.” do when the amendment comes, and “There are two presidencies,” Begala he felt sure it would, to let Bush have said. “The intentional presidency and his tax cut for the bottom 99 percent of the unintentional presidency.” The the population. “What happens when intentional presidency is “the stuff he there is a move to reallocate the tax cut campaigned on, the stuff he believes for the top one percent? That will be in.” Begala expressed admiration for $1.075 trillion dollars reallocated.” (though not agreement with) Bush’s Begala closed his remarks by mak- very focused and dogged pursuit of his ing some observations about “the enor- agenda. His unintentional presidency is mous amount of cynicism that is fed by another matter. “Stuff happens,” Begala my colleagues in the media.” There is said, “to White Houses.” You have got cynicism about lawyers and cynicism “to be able to handle the unintended about those who work in government. stuff.” He called this cynicism a real threat to Bush’s first “unintended” issue was our democracy. the confrontation with China. While “What a miracle it is that it all Begala did not disagree with Bush’s works. Here we are, in Philadelphia, the approach to the issue with China, the cradle of our liberty, and it just kills me time leading up to the confrontation is when my colleagues in the media think a problem, he said. Bush alienated so it’s all a bunch of bunk, it’s all a bunch many friends in Europe over refusal to of bull and they are so cynical,” Begala implement the Kyoto Protocol on said. Global Climate Change, alienated the He talked about his Hungarian South Koreans and alienated the grandmother who came to this country Russians because “one of our own guys

12 MAY 2001 / BAR REPORTER Spring Quarterly Meeting Da vis Honored for Guiding Associ a t i o n

By Jeff Lyons ditionally presented to past Chancellors. The box is a replica of one Immediate-Past Chancellor Doreen given to Philadelphia lawyer Andrew S. Davis reflected on her leadership of Hamilton by the City of New York in the Bar Association or, as her daughter thanks for his defense of printer John Samantha put it, “the boss of all the Peter Zenger against charges of sedi- lawyers, even Dad,” after being hon- tious libel in 1735. The inscription on ored at the Spring Quarterly Meeting the box states that it is acquired “not and Luncheon. by money but by character.” In introducing Davis, current “I’m so proud to have represented Chancellor Carl S. Primavera said her all Philadelphia lawyers, the best and record of accomplishment has been the brightest in the world. And to the truly impressive. extent I was able to accomplish any of “The State Supreme Court has the things that Carl mentioned, I did it adopted the Code of Civility which was with a lot of help. First and foremost, placed at the top of her agenda last the help, love and support of my hus- year,” Primavera said. “So much else band, Robert Simmons, fellow lawyer was accomplished that she can really and Bar member, who I believe was be said to have brought our organiza- the finest first lady ever of the Bar tion into the 21st century. Our new Bar Association,” said Davis. She also Immediate-Past Chancellor Doreen S. Davis examines the gold box presented to her during Association Web site is an award-win- thanked her daughter for her patience the Spring Quarterly Meeting. At left is Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice Russell M. Nigro. ning standard which others seek to as well as her partners and colleagues emulate. This is really due in large part at Montgomery, McCracken, Walker & to Doreen’s commitment. She also led courtesy and a work ethic to the job Primavera said. “Because of her efforts, Rhoads, LLP. Davis also gave special the way with regard to our comments which has been truly exemplary. She we’re a much stronger, more vital, for- thanks to her secretary, Jennie Sacca, and our dialog on multidisciplinary did it all with the willingness to help ward-looking association.” “who truly kept me organized.” practice and we provided that input on others and to continue the work that During the April 5 meeting at the “I tried to make each of you proud regional and national levels,” he said. was necessary not only on her agenda, Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue, and to leave the Association better “Doreen Davis has brought vision, but on the agenda of the association,” Davis accepted the gold snuff box tra- than I found it,” Davis said.

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interview process, and candidates fre- quently break this rule. By raising the issue of compensation too early, you are giving the appearance that you believe that the interviewer has con- cluded that you are suited for the posi- tion and will be making you an offer. The candidate misrepresented his current salary. Remember, Philadelphia’s legal community is rela- John Mondlak and A. Nicole Friant (above) mark a storm tively small. More often than not, your drain during the April 22 cleanup project. Members of the interviewer knows the salary scale of Environmental Law Committee cleanup crew included (right your present firm, or they know some- photo, from left) Friant, Michele Sarkos, Keith J. Jones and body who can find out. Mondlak. Other common mistakes include bad posture/eye contact; disclosing Environmental Law Committee confidential information about your prior employer or clients; disclosing Group Marks Earth Day With Anti-Dumping Message privileged information about current clients; making disparaging remarks about your present firm and being Members of the Bar Association’s Partnership for the Delaware Estuary greatest threats to the quality of the uncertain as to the area of law you Environmental Law Committee cele- and the Philadelphia Water region’s waterways is from stormwa- wish to practice. brated the 31st Anniversary of Earth Department. ter runoff pollution from things like While it is important to keep these Day by marking more than 30 storm Volunteers also distributed tip litter, lawn fertilizer, car oil and dog suggestions in mind, always remember drains in the Washington Square cards in the area explaining what the waste. to relax, be yourself, and look at every West/South Street area of storm drain markers mean and how “These rivers and streams are our interview, good or bad, as an opportu- Philadelphia. everyone can help to keep rivers source of drinking water. Being the nity to learn and improve on your The storm drains were marked clean by rethinking daily actions. largest city in the Delaware Estuary, interviewing skills. with the message “Yo! No Dumping, According to Kathy Klein, execu- Philadelphians can play a major role Drains to the River.” The April 22 pro- tive director of the Partnership for in improving the water quality,” she Gary Mintz is a recruiter withi SJur t a f, fthe exclusively endorsed legal staffing agency of the Philadelphia Bar ject was sponsored by the the Delaware Estuary, one of the said. Association. Gary can be reached at (215)1 - 91 75 0 0 , extension 315 or via e-mail at gmintz@juri s t a f f. c o m .

BAR REPORTER / MAY 2001 13 Senior Citizen Judicare Project Judicare to Present 2001 Legal Services Award

The Senior Citizen Judicare Project bration, Judicare Jazz 2001, on tion, community legal education, infor- Judicare’s new services for Asian elders. will present its 2001 Legal Services Thursday, June 7 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. mation and referral, and advocacy for Attendees will support Judicare’s work Award to a Philadelphia attorney who at Joy Tsin Lau, 1026 Race St. Judicare more than 9,000 senior citizens each to protect the rights of Philadelphia’s has provided outstanding legal repre- will also honor outstanding individuals year, including grandparents raising low-income elders in all of Philadel- sentation and advocacy on behalf of in the medical and community services grandchildren, elderly tenants facing phia’s diverse communities and while elders in the community. fields at the event. eviction and homelessness, and victims enjoying an evening featuring a deli- Judicare’s Legal Services Award will Judicare protects the legal rights of elder abuse and exploitation. cious Chinese buffet, live jazz and cele- be presented at Judicare’s annual cele- and interests of older Philadelphians in This year’s Judicare Jazz will be held bration. Visit www.scjudicare.org for need, providing free legal representa- in Chinatown to commemorate more information. Judicare Jazz 2001

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14 MAY 2001 / BAR REPORTER Benefit Raises $108,000 for HAP The Homeless Advocacy Project held its Annual Benefit to Aid the Homeless on April 19 at the Conservatory in the Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue. Pictured at the event (from left) are HAP Executive Director Marsha I. Cohen; Philadelphia Bar Association Chancellor-Elect Allan H. Gordon; and HAP President Madeline M. Sherry. Sponsors and supporters of the event raised approximately $108,000 to benefit the city’s homeless population. The fund-raiser, which featured food, drink, live jazz and an extensive silent auction, was sponsored by PECO Energy along with The Verizon Foundation, Philadelphia Suburban Water and First Union. HAP was founded in 1990 through the efforts of the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Problems of the Homeless Committee. VIP Honors Lawyers, Firms for Pro Bono Work Philadelphia Volunteers for the efforts resulted in the most successful Indigent Program (VIP), the pro bono fundraiser to date, raising over $80,000. arm of the Philadelphia Bar Ann Marie Cummins has given five Association, recognized those members years of service to VIP, first as a parele- of the legal community who gave out- gal and then as a law clerk during her standing pro bono service last year at three years at Temple University’s an annual awards ceremony and Beasley School of Law. Because of her reception held on April 24 at the offices work at VIP, she has decided to pursue of White and Williams, LLP. a career in public interest law. VIP Board President Michael E. Philadelphia Bar Association Fingerman presented VIP’s highest Chancellor Carl S. Primavera presented honor, the Brennan Award, to two law the Chancellor’s Awards, recognizing firms, Abrahams, Loewenstein & individuals and law firms who have Bushman, P.C., and Weinstein, Goss, accepted a significant number of VIP Schleifer, Eisenberg, Winkler, & cases or associations who have con- Rothweiler, PC. Individual recipients tributed significantly to achieving included Jay Meyers, Eileen Alva, Lita access to justice for VIP’s clients. Weinstein, and Ann Marie Cummins. Winners in this category were: Ballard The Brennan Award, originally Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll, LLP; authorized by the late U.S. Supreme Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP; Eckert Philadelphia VIP h o n o ree Ann Marie Cummins (left) is joined by Howard M. Soloman of Court Justice William J. Brennan, is Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC; Law Abrahams, Loewenstein & Bushman, P.C. and VIP Executive Director Mar g a ret M. given in recognition of pro bono ser- Offices of Michael E. Fingerman; Fox, deMarteleire before the April 24 awards ceremony at White and Williams, LLP. vice that exemplifies the legal profes- Rothschild, O’Brien & Frankel, LLP; sion’s duty to serve the poor. Hangley Aronchick Segal & Pudlin; VIP also presented a Business Margaret M. deMarteleire presented Abrahams Loewenstein & Bushman, Philadelphia Legal Secretaries Recognition Award honoring compa- five special awards to individuals who P.C., and Weinstein, Goss, Schleifer, Association; Shainberg & Viola; and nies that have generously donated have provided outstanding service to Eisenberg, Winkler, & Rothweiler, PC, White and Williams, LLP. office supplies, funds, printing services, VIP. Sharon Liebhaber received the Ben both accepted an exceptional number Individual winners of the publicity and technical support. The Naitove Award; Stephen Bezuk won of cases relative to the size of the firm. Chancellor’s Award included: Ronald honorees included: ARACOR, Bee Net, the VIP Peoples’ Award; The Legal Jay Meyers, a solo practitioner, has Abrams, Leigh Bauer, Kirk Baumeister, James DeCrescenza Reporting, Iron Services Award went to Lori Harris; handled 200 cases for VIP in the past Daniel S. Bernheim, Michael S. Mountain, The Legal Intelligencer, Warren KidsCAP honors were given to Khanh 10 years. In 2000, he took more cases Bornstein, Robert Cocco, Kenneth Levicoff, Pinkstone & Marquez, Nguyen; and the Tax Clinic award was than any other solo practitioner. Eileen Cooper, Anthony Frigo, Nancy Kraybill, Reliable Copy Service, RJM Graphics, given to Joshua Brenner, Corrine Alva and Lita Weinstein coordinated Marcia E. Samero, Adam Soll and Security Search & Abstract and SEPTA. Farinola, Veronica Farinola, Meredith VIP’s annual fundraiser in 2000. Their Jonathan Williams. Finally, VIP Executive Director Miller and Jason Shafrin.

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BAR REPORTER / MAY 2001 15 Chancellor’s Forum Philadelphia attorney Merih O. Erhan (second f rom left) recently hosted a group of attor n e y s from Turkey as part of the U.S. State Department Au t h o r , P rogram ‘Due Process and Freedom of Expression.’ Under the program, visitors gain an i n c reased understanding of the American legal Adv oca t e system with particular emphasis on criminal jus - tice, due process, judicial independence and free e x p ression. Pictured (from left) are Arif Altunkalem, Erhan, Sabri Cepik, Sami Gungor, Ed e l m a n Yasemin Dora Seker and Yusuf Hakki Dogan. to Spea k

By Genna Viozzi

Peter Edelman, a leading advocate for the rights of the indigent, will dis- cuss ideas explored in his new book “Searching for America’s Heart: RFK and the Renewal of Hope,” as the keynote speaker at a Philadelphia Bar Association’s Chancellor’s Forum on Monday, May 21 at noon at the Bar Association’s head- quarters, 11th floor. Peter Edelman Nearly 33 years after the slaying of his boss, Robert F. Kennedy, Edelman is still fighting for the causes they championed together in the 1960s. Edelman earned respect in the polit- ical arena working closely with RFK as a legislative assistant for his Senate campaign in 1964 and as issues director for his presidential campaign in 1968. But, it was not until he joined the Clinton administration as an expert of welfare policy and children that he was catapulted into the political spotlight. In 1996, President Clinton signed a new welfare bill that Edelman felt ended a 60-year federal commitment to the poor. Clinton used the words of RFK as justification for the bill: “Work is the meaning of what this country is all about. We need it as individuals. We need to sense it in our fellow citizens. And we need it as a society and as a people.” Edelman resigned, finding the bill to be deeply harmful to America’s poor. Both the The New York Timesand The Washington Postgave front-page cover- age to his resignation. In his book, Edelman talks about his passion for justice and ending inequal- ity. His theory is based on a society that he feels has largely given up its vision of social and economic justice – increasing the population of the poor and near-poor every day. He will share this theory and his vast experiences with the issues and the people he has encountered when he addresses the Bar on May 21. The event is free, but registration is required. To register, visit the Bar’s Web site at www.philadelphiabar.org.

16 MAY 2001 / BAR REPORTER TE R Sponsoring Jewish Law Day Program

By Sayde Joy Ladov In fact, it reads surprisingly similar to Article 2 of the Uniform Commercial “Thou shalt not oppress thy neigh- Code. Additionally, many other issues, bor, nor rob him...Thou shalt not curse such as marriage or divorce, monetary the deaf, nor put a stumbling block fraud, laws on the delayed payment of before the blind...Ye shall do no wages, the prohibition on charging unrighteousness in judgement...” usurious interest or damaging goods These words can be found in the held on deposit, the ownership of land Book of Leviticus, Chapter 19, verses and of lost items are all examined by 13-15, which was written more than the Talmud. Commandment to show 5,000 years ago. They express funda- mercy and give charity are also integral mental principles of Jewish law and parts of Jewish law. morality that have been incorporated Nineteen years ago, an ad hoc com- into civil law. mittee of lawyers and judges along From its inception, Judaism has with the Board of Rabbis of Greater placed emphasis on the legal rather Philadelphia came together and estab- than the mystical element. In Jewish lished Jewish Law Day as a celebration liturgy, Moses is portrayed as a lawgiv- and commemoration of the invaluable er as well as a liberator. The Torah, also contribution of Jewish law into our known as the Five Books of Moses, system of jurisprudence. For me, it is Jewish Law Day co-chair Sayde Joy Ladov (right) is joined by Rabbi David L. Gutterman compiles the basic precepts on which an opportunity to remember that the (left) and Jerome J. Shestack, past president of the American Bar Association. Shestack will the entire body of Judeo-Christian laws laws we may take for granted, as be the guest speaker at Jewish Law Day on May 24. are based. Portions of the Talmud, Americans and as members of the legal the bench and Bar and all of the Community Services Building, 2100 which is the commentary on the Torah, profession, are based on something invaluable support staff in every law Arch St., Philadelphia. focus on the resolution of disputes that special and holy. office to join us for Jewish Law Day, may arise in everyday life and com- On behalf of the Jewish Law Day which will be celebrated on Thursday, S ayde Joy Ladov is immediate-past chancellor of TER mercial transactions. Committee, I invite every member of and co-chair of Jewish Law Day. She is also assistant sec - May 24 at 5:15 p.m. at the Jewish retary of the Philadelphia Bars s o A c i a t i o n . Late Federal Judge Honored in Portrait

TER Honors D.A. Abraham

TER Chancellor Mark N. Cohen (left photo) presents Philadelphia District Attorney Lynne Abraham with the first Benjamin F. Levy Community Service Award at the April 5 induction ceremony for the Tau Epsilon Rho Law Society. New members (top photo, from left) Michael P. Williams, Linda F. Rosen, Jeffrey B. McCarron, Alexander B. Giacobetti, Sheryl L. Axelrod and Judge Pamela Pryor Dembe are sworn in. Not shown are new Jocelyn McGlynn, wife of the late U.S. District Court Judge Joseph L. members Joshua van Naarden, Tobias L. McGlynn, Jr., stands next to his portrait after it was unveiled March Millrood and Judge Stephen E. Levin. 30 in a ceremony at the U.S. Courthouse. More than 100 people attended the ceremony. A former Common Pleas Court judge and U.S. Attorney, Judge McGlynn was appointed to the federal bench in 1974. He died in 1999 at the age of 74.

BAR REPORTER / MAY 2001 17 ‘T he Producers’ Gets Even Better With Age

By Marc Reuben What “The Producers” offers us, even at this late age of vulgar and scat- When the Mel Brooks film “The Producers” was previewed for the press ARTS & MEDIA ological humor, is the idea that serious issues can be highlighted by in 1968, I remember sitting through the humor, and that issues too difficult to face, face-to-face, can be seen first run of the film in a state of uncer- tain appreciation. I had never seen through a funny glass. Maybe not in focus, but seen nonetheless. anything like it before (nor have I seen anything like it since) and I asked the projectionist if he could run the film a programs, took to the idea of a seedy The number of classic lines from the second time. He must have liked the producer and neurotic accountant film grows with passing years. A sud- movie, because he happily granted my cooking up a scheme to romance lone- den attack of conscience causes Leo to request, and I found myself roaring at ly old ladies out of their savings on a question whether the theater where the second showing. sure-flop called “Springtime for Hitler,” the mistaken hit has opened should be Brooks’ film has become a cult clas- which was subtitled “A Gay Romp with blown up. As Leo complains that actors sic in the years since, and he is open- the Fuhrer and Eva at Berchtesgarten.” may be killed, and that actors are ing the musical version of the film on The millions raised could be written off human beings, Max replies “Human Broadway, even as I write. Nathan Lane in the 1960s, investors sought to have on the flop and kept by Max and Leo. beings! Have you ever eaten with one and Matthew Broderick are the respec- the SEC investigate where the millions Of course, the musical became a hit, of them?” tive performers who bring Max had gone to, since the play ran for because audiences thought it was a And where else can you find slap- Bialystock and Leo Bloom (“Bialystock more than two years and didn’t make a joke, and the producers were stuck. stick comedy that utilizes Dostoyevsky and Bloom! Bialystock and Bloom! Gut cent. It was then that investors found Some years after the film was and Kafka as a source of material. The day per tag”) to the stage, as Zero out that plays were not regulated released, I interviewed a producer who immortal humor extended to the hotel Mostel and Gene Wilder did in the film investments. Eventually, the state of had been investigated in New York and jargon (“I’m not the madam, I’m the version. New York added some teeth to its reg- found him to be dour and slimy. Not at concierge!” not to mention “Boids! The film was based loosely on sev- ulatory provisions. But the habit of all in a class with Zero Mostel, who Filthy, doity, disgustin’ boids!”). When eral episodes of Broadway production producers, who raised much of the rubbed the filth off his dirty window to Max (Mostel) had to raise money, he fiascos, where producers sought money from investors, and spent it look out at a white limo and shouted turned to elderly ladies – the most increasing amounts of funding from without accounting for it, had become “flaunt it baby!” or who stood at the notable being the then 83-year-old the investors in various musicals, only a subject for analysis. doorway of an elderly investor, purring Estelle Winwood, who played a devil- to have the shows flop at a total loss. Brooks, who had been one of the love to her though the mail slot, as she kitten as she laid on top of Max while After one enormous, over-monied flop great writers for Sid Caesar’s television took two minutes to unlock her door. continued on page 19

18 MAY 2001 / BAR REPORTER PRODUCERS face-to-face, can be seen through a from his children,” Brooks gives us from Wisconsin, he knew Murrow had funny glass. Maybe not in focus, but potted mumser and his kurva as the hit the mark. continued from page 18 seen nonetheless. sitcom devils to consider in light of the Laughter is a weapon, a way of they played “Rinaldo and the Death and tragedy, as Edmund Kean Holocaust. The operative term is “con- rationalizing horror by diminishing it. Countess.” (“Oh Rinaldo,” she weakly said, “is easy. Comedy is difficult.” As sider.” It is not a solution, but a way of bal- feigns. You filthy pig.”) I loved that one looks under the hilarious antics of It was said that after Edward R. ancing society, so that we are left scene for any number of reasons. Not Max and Leo, one sees dishonesty, Murrow’s broadcast unmasking Joseph standing if we survive the onslaught. the least was that it reminded me of greed, slaughter and racist wickedness. McCarthy, CBS executive Fred Friendly “The Producers,” Broadway musical and the immortal story of Winwood in her How else does one begin to com- was unsure of the public reaction until Hollywood film, is a prime example of earlier days, when she played a maid pass these fatal episodes, but to laugh he heard people on the subway dis- the use of humor and laughter to bring on stage in a play starring Talullah at the ultimate idiocy of the human cussing McCarthy the day after the enemies down to size. Bankhead. A prop was miscued, and a race. Just as Jacob Adler played King broadcast. When he heard riders sniff- Lear as a man who “went meshugah ing and chuckling about the senator Marc Reuben is a sole practitioner and has ibeen t i n g wr telephone rang when it shouldn’t have. a bout the arts and media since3 .197 Bankhead shot a glance at her maid and told Winwood “Well, answer it.” Winwood picked up the prop and then told Bankhead “It’s for you.” The whole film was filled with glee- ful personage and wonderful refer- ences, all of them spoken from an Oscar-winning script. (“Hitler vas even a better painter than Churchill! He could paint an entire house in vone day. Two coats!”) The wonder of the film, for me at least, came after Max and Leo found the author of their horrid little flop, Franz Liebkind, played so memorably by the helmeted Kenneth Mars. (“Vy do you persecute me! I am a guy Ahmerikan...Eu buetifuuul fur specious skiez....”) It was only after the Nazi play- wright (“Nazi Fagan,” as Max called him) was found that I began to see humor, even in the face of the most unthinkable crimes recorded by man, used to strike the most forbidding sub- ject. The subject of Nazi crimes is some- thing that cannot be contemplated without some degree of madness steal- ing into the equation. Actual views of just a portion of the awful crimes com- mitted against innocents by the Nazis could drive anyone, or nearly anyone, to sleepless nights. How then, does one begin to cope with the awful truth of history? Mel Brooks chose to look at Hitler as a figure to be mocked, and Nazis as idiots. In his film, Hitler is played by a stoned hippie named Lorenzo Saint Dubois (“LSD” for short, played to the hilt by Dick Shawn). The movie, which was originally to be called “Springtime for Hitler” eventually gave way on title, and the musical within a movie con- tained that name instead. The big pro- duction number, featuring a chorus line of goose-stepping girls (“Springtime for Hitler and Germany. Winter for Poland and France. C’mon Nazis, go into your dance”) ended with a shot of the stone-silent audience, frozen in shock. Hundreds of shows have tried to duplicate this scene since (it was not an original concept, although it was carried to its ultimate in this movie) but without the same merry purpose. What “The Producers” offers us, even at this late age of vulgar and scat- ological humor, is the idea that serious issues can be highlighted by humor, and that issues too difficult to face,

BAR REPORTER / MAY 2001 19 Securities Regulation Committee IN BRIEF Protect Investor Information, Leadership Seminar The Women in the Profession Committee is sponsoring a seminar SEC’s Unger Tells Bar Gathering on leadership development with guest speaker Karol Wasylyshyn on By Jeff Lyons lishing more than 200 misleading Friday, June 15. assertions including false statements Wasylyshyn is president of The Securities and Exchange about his track record as a stock picker Philadelphia’s Leadership Commission is working to protect the on his Web site. Development Forum, a private con- integrity of information that investors In another Internet fraud sweep, a sulting firm to major corporations. rely on to make their investment deci- former roofer-turned-online-stock- Immediately following the seminar sions, acting SEC chair Laura J. Unger analyst claimed he had access to a pro- will be a networking luncheon, at told the Securities Regulation prietary computer trading system, had which there will be a discussion Committee of the Bar Association’s over 14 years of investing experience, about continuing leadership devel- Business Law Section. and enjoyed an 85 percent success rate opment opportunities over the sum- “It is more important than ever that on trades he had previously made. mer and other programs to be investors have accurate, complete “The SEC’s action against this indi- offered in the fall. All members of information to make decisions about vidual alleges that, in reality, he had the Bar Association are invited to their financial plans and portfolios,” limited personal securities trading attend. Unger told committee members at their experience, never received any securi- The seminar will be held from 9 March 30 meeting. ties training, never worked for an a.m. to 12 p.m. at Bar Association Unger focused on four main topics investment firm, and used a publicly- headquarters. For more information, in her speech: the integrity of invest- available software program which contact Heather Bendit at the Bar ment advice, the integrity of online could be readily accessed over the Association at (215) 238-6334. Acting SEC Chair Laura J. Unger answers a investment information, the integrity of Internet,” Unger said. question from a member of the Securities financial information and the integrity Unger said companies are using Golf Outings Set Regulation Committee. Unger r e p l a c e d of fund performance advertising. “smoke and mirrors” to mislead Bar Association members have former SEC Chair Arthur Levitt in Februar y. With the growing popularity of investors with distortions in financial three opportunities to enjoy a day online trading, Unger said she spent a statements used to improperly inflate out of the office and on the golf lot of time thinking about online suit- operating results. She said the SEC is holders, representing 49 percent of course this year at three different ability, capacity and privacy issues, and also keeping an eye on pro forma American households, own mutual golf outings. how the industry disclosed the risks of financials because investors are only funds. Unger said the SEC has seen The Federal Courts Committee online trading, the risks of initial public being told “what the company wants instances were mutual fund advertise- has planned a Golf Outing in con- offerings, and the risks of margin trad- you to know.” ments disclose the results of a fund’s junction with the Federal Bench Bar ing. Twenty years ago, fewer than 6 per- most recent calendar quarter, but have Conference June 15 at Green Valley Unger said the NASD set out two cent of Americans owned mutual omitted even more recent and poorer Country Club in Lafayette Hill, Pa. guiding principles as to whether a par- funds. Today about 88 million share- performance. The annual Young Lawyers ticular communication is a recommen- Division/USI Colburn golf outing dation. “First, and most notably, the will be held Monday, July 23 at the more likely a communication could Philadelphia Cricket Club’s reasonably be perceived to a customer Flourtown Course. The cost of the as a call to action to purchase a securi- outing is $185 per person, which Suffering is not necessary. ty, the more likely the communication includes greens fees, carts, lunch, Help is available. is a recommendation. Second, the more cocktails, a buffet and prizes. individually tailored a communication Proceeds from the outing will go the Since 1972, the Philadelphia Bar Association’s is, the more likely it is a recommenda- Philadelphia Bar Foundation. For Lawyers’ and Judges’ Assistance has provided tion. The NASD guidance is probably more information, call Arleen Weitz access to programs, advice, professional help and not the final word on online suitability, at the Bar Association at (215) 238- customized recovery programs to discreetly help but I think it will be helpful to broker- 6318 or e-mail her at aweitz@phil- you resolve your problems. dealers as they introduce more and Alcoholism abar.org. more technology into their client rela- The Lawyers’ and Judges’ Assistance Helpline is The Workers’ Compensation tionships,” Unger said. available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 Section Golf Outing is set for Royal Drug abuse The acting SEC chair, who took over days a year. It’s confidential and free of charge. Oaks Golf Club in Lebanon on for former Chair Arthur Levitt on Feb. Thursday, Sept. 13. Compulsive In addition, lawyers may attend, free of charge, 12, said she has asked the Enforcement gambling lawyers’ meetings for stress on the first Monday Real Property Section Division to be especially watchful for of each month and for depression on the second online stock-picking sites, particularly The Real Property Section’s Monday of each month. The meetings, facilitated those employing the sort of flamboyant Depression Second Annual Spring Social will be by psychiatrists and/or psychologists who under- advertising that could signal the use of held Wednesday, May 9 from 5:30 to stand the special needs and concerns of lawyers, inflated track records, misleading dis- 8 p.m. at Dock Street Brew Pub at are held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the offices of the claimers, or other improper techniques Reading Terminal, 1150 Filbert St. Psychiatric Physicians Association Inc., 1525 calculated to bait investors. The social includes food and Locust St. Information: 985-1230. Unger cited the SEC’s action against beer, tours of the brewery, use of the two individuals as examples of the game room as well as the company enforcement crackdown. Yun Soo Oh Lawyers’ and Judges’ of other real estate practitioners. The Park, known as Tokyo Joe, agreed to cost is $5 per person. Assistance Helpline: pay more than $750,000 to settle a case Reserve your place by contacting (888) 999-1941 where it was alleged he engaged in Arleen Weitz at the Bar Association unlawful touting and illegal stock at (215) 238-6318 or by e-mail at The Philadelphia Bar Association’s Lawyers’and Judges’Assistance scalping. He was also accused of pub- is the local chapter of the statewide Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers. [email protected].

20 MAY 2001 / BAR REPORTER JUDICIAL RATINGS The following candidates were The following candidates were Ellen T. Greenlee, Esq.; Raymond found “NOT RECOMMENDED” for found “NOT RECOMMENDED” for Harley, Esq.; Edmund L. Harvey, Jr., continued from page 1 election to the Court of Common Pleas: election to the Municipal Court: Patrick Esq.; Linda Ware Johnson, Esq.; Marla Lori Dumas, Leslie Fleisher, Steven F. Dugan, Deborah S. Griffin, Nazario A. Joseph, Esq.; Wayne Kissinger; by the Campaign for Qualified Judges. Gratman, Richard W. Hoy, Elizabeth Jimenez and Robert W. Muench. Michael Levy, Esq.; Stephen A. Madva, Radio spots will remind voters to look Jackson, Karen Mainor, John A. Manes, Following is a complete list of Esq.; Hon. Frederica A. Massiah- for the printed list of “Recommended” Silvio F. Modafferi, Adam J. Rodgers Judicial Commission members: Jackson; Richard Negrin, Esq.; Sunah candidates appearing in area newspa- and Ronald J. Sharper. Nicholas J. Lisi, Esq., Chair; Catherine C. Park, Esq.; Hon. Louis J. Presenza; L. pers between May 7 and May 14. The The following judicial candidates, Carr, Esq., Vice Chair; Carl S. Primavera, Felipe Restrepo, Esq.; Daniel Segal, complete list is also available on the listed alphabetically, were found “REC- Esq., Chancellor; Daniel P. Alva, Esq.; Esq.; Beverly Sherman; Leigh Skipper, Association’s Web site at OMMENDED” for election to the Frank Bobrow; James E. Elam, Esq.; Esq.; Audrey C. Talley, Esq.; Kenneth I. www.philadelphiabar.org. Voters can Municipal Court: Thomas M. Nocella Nancy Gellman, Esq.; Richard M. Trujillo, Esq.; John Urofsky; and also obtain information by calling the and Judge Wendy L. Pew. Golomb, Esq.; Allan H. Gordon, Esq.; Michael L. Viola, Esq. Bar Association at (215) 238-6394. Lisi said the ratings are the result of a thorough evaluation of the candi- dates by the Commission, which includes individuals who represent diverse interests both inside and out- side the legal community. “Our delib- erations reflected the Commission’s CARRY THIS LIST genuine concern for the quality of jus- tice and the future of our courts. This Commission is independent and non- partisan. It includes lawyers and non- WITH YOU lawyers.” Among the members of the Commission are the U.S. Attorney, a representative of the District Attorney of Philadelphia, the Chief Public TO THE POLLS. Defender, the President Judges of the Common Pleas and Municipal Courts, and community representatives. The ratings by the 29-member Judicial Commission follow extensive study and investigation by the OR JUST BRING Commission’s own 90-member inves- tigative division which includes 30 non-lawyer members. Candidates found “Recommended” satisfied a A BLINDFOLD. cumulative review of criteria including qualifications such as legal ability and training, trial experience, character and integrity, judicial temperament and mental and physical capacity. The complete criteria are available from the Bar Association. When you vote for judicial candidates on judicial candidates listed and makes unbiased Each of the currently rated candi- May 15, be sure you really know who you’re recommendations based on each candidate’s dates was voted upon by the voting for. abilities, qualifications and experiences. The Commission following a report by the The Philadelphia Bar Association believes Commission includes the President Judges of investigative team coordinator and a only the best candidates deserve to become the local courts, the District Attorney, the U.S. personal appearance by the candidate. judges. So our 29-member non-partisan Attorney and others. Before any candidate was finally found Commission on Judicial Selection and Don’t go to the polls blindfolded. Take this to be “Not Recommended,” he or she Retention – which includes lawyers and non- list along when you go to the voting booth on was advised of the initial finding of the lawyers – thoroughly investigates all of the Tuesday, May 15th. Commission with stated reasons for the finding and was given the opportunity to appear before the entire Commission in support of his or her Yes Yes No qualifications, after which time a final vote was taken. Lisi said that the Court of Common Pleas Court of Common Pleas Court of Common Pleas Commission and its investigative divi- Judge Denis P. Cohen Lisa M. Rau Lori A. Dumas sion spent hundreds of hours rating Rosemarie DeFino Robert J. Rebstock Leslie Fleisher the candidates. Rami I. Djerassi Walter A. Stewart Steven Gratman The following judicial candidates, Kevin M. Dougherty Earl W. Trent Richard W. Hoy listed alphabetically, were found “REC- Joseph A. Dych Christopher Wogan Elizabeth Jackson Karen Mainor OMMENDED ” for election to the Harold M. Kane Arline Jolles Lotman John A. Manes Court of Common Pleas: Judge Denis P. Municipal Court Barbara McDermott Silvio F. Modafferi Cohen, Rosemarie DeFino, Rami I. Thomas M. Nocella Judge Margaret T. McKeown Judge Wendy L. Pew Adam J. Rodgers Djerassi, Kevin M. Dougherty, Joseph A. George W. Overton Ronald J. Sharper Dych, Harold M. Kane, Arline Jolles Lotman, Barbara McDermott, Judge Paid for by: Municipal Court Margaret T. McKeown, George W. Patrick F. Dugan Overton, Lisa M. Rau, Robert J. A political action committee of the Philadelphia Bar Association. Deborah S. Griffin Rebstock, Walter A. Stewart, Earl W. Gerald Gomish, Esq., Treasurer Nazario Jimenez Trent and Christopher Wogan. For more information, visit our Web site at www.philadelphiabar.org Robert W. Muench

BAR REPORTER / MAY 2001 21 to a three-year term on the Comisky & McCauley LLP assisted the Annual Conference of the Real Estate Pennsylvania Disciplinary Board by the American Academy of Matrimonial Settlement Providers Council on April Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Lawyers develop Focus on Forever, a 5 in Alexandria, Va., on how to struc- P E O P L E program designed to help create strong ture a joint venture under RESPA and Philadelphia Bar Michael L. Lovitz , marriages by utilizing the expertise of state law and on complying with state Association an associate at Akin those who end bad ones. and federal privacy law. Chancellor-Elect Gump Strauss Allan H. Gordon Hauer & Feld, L.L.P., John F. Gullace , a partner at Manko A. Roy DeCaro of Raynes, McCarty, recently joined ABA was a panelist at Gold & Katcher LLP, served as a faculty Binder, Ross & Mundy recently spoke President Martha the Philadelphia member for the Dispute Resolution at a seminar for the Pennsylvania Trial W. Barnett and Public Relations Institute’s Personal Injury Potpourri for Lawyers Association titled “Winning bar leaders from Association’s March Personal Injury Lawyers program on Trial Tactics – Voir Dire to Closings.” throughout the 28 workshop “Back April 3. Gullace’s portion of the course, The seminar was held in Philadelphia nation at the American Bar to Basics: Understanding Libel, Slander, “Environmental Claims”, examined on March 29. Association’s Bar Leadership Institute Patents, Copyrights and Crisis responsibility for the contamination of (BLI). Held annually in Chicago, the BLI Management.” Lovitz presented a land, air and water under Pennsylvania Harold Cramer, former Philadelphia provides incoming bar leaders with an primer on the legalities of patents, and federal law, remedies available to Bar Association Chancellor, has been opportunity to confer with ABA offi- copyrights and trademarks for public plaintiffs and some pitfalls and advan- re-elected to serve as president of the cials, colleagues, executive staff and relations professionals. The workshop tages to asserting claims under envi- Theodore F. Jenkins Memorial Library. other experts on the operation of their was sponsored by the Philadelphia Bar ronmental statutes. Cramer is a retired partner resident associations and emerging issues con- Association. with Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis fronting the organized bar. Gordon will Jonathan M. Rome , an associate at LLP. lead the Philadelphia Bar Association Peter L. Frattarelli of Archer and Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP, in 2002. Greiner addressed the Delaware Valley has been appointed as the Ned Hark, a member of the Law Firm Chapter of the American Corporate Pennsylvania, Delaware and Southern of Howard M. Goldsmith, P.C., was a Philadelphia Bar Counsel Association on the topic of New Jersey Government Relations course planner and presenter for the Association “Internal Investigations: Pitfalls and Committee chairman by the Pennsylvania Bar Institute’s presenta- Associate Executive Erosion of the Attorney-Client International Council of Shopping tion on Family Law on April 11 at the Director Daniel A. Privilege.” Centers, a trade association for both Pennsylvania Convention Center in Cirucci conducted shopping center owners and major Philadelphia. a graduate level Kenneth R. Gilberg , a partner at retailers. class during the Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP, M. Scott spring semester at will serve as president of the Golden William M. Garrett of Drinker Biddle Gemberling of Temple University’s Slipper Club & Charities, a nonprofit & Reath LLP has been appointed to Marshall, School of Communications and organization committed to improving serve as a member of the Pennsylvania Dennehey, Warner, Theater. Cirucci taught the lives of people in the Philadelphia Bar Association Legal Ethics and Coleman & Goggin “Writing for Business and Public community. Professional Responsibility Committee. has been admitted Relations,” using numerous observa- As a committee member, Garrett will as a member of the tions and case studies gleaned from Howard M. Goldsmith of the law provide ethical guidance to Eastern Pennsylva- more than 20 years as a practicing pro- Office of Howard M. Goldsmith, P.C., Pennsylvania lawyers. nia Chapter of the fessional. has been appointed to the Philadelphia American Board of Trial Advocates. County Local Domestic Relations Rules Laura Stegossi, an associate at Blank Edward J. Hoffman , a partner in the Committee. Rome Comisky & McCauley LLP, was a J. Denny Shupe , a partner at business and corporate department at CLE course planner for the quarterly Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP, Blank Rome Comisky & McCauley LLP, Kevin Cronin , a partner at Blank meeting of the Probate and Trust was elected president of the United was named co-chair of the Rome Comisky & McCauley LLP, spoke Section of the Philadelphia Bar Service Organization (USO) of Pennsylvania Steering Committee for about “Structuring Technology Transfer Association on March 6. Philadelphia at the organization’s Tech Trends 2001 in Atlantic City, N.J. Alliances: Success Strategies” at a sym- quarterly board of directors meeting on April 17-18. Tech Trends is an annu- posium at the University of Texas, Michael B. Schaedle of Blank Rome on April 17. al regional conference that highlights Dallas, on March 28. Comisky & McCauley LLP has been research and development business selected by Mayor John F. Street to Julian P. Rackow , a partner at Blank opportunities with the federal govern- Alexander D. Bono , a partner at serve on the City of Philadelphia’s Rome Comisky & McCauley LLP has ment. Hoffman is also a member of the Blank Rome Comisky & McCauley LLP, Board of Labor Standards. been elected chairman of the Central Tech Trends 2001 executive board. has been chosen to serve on the Philadelphia Development Advisory Board of the LaSalle Jeffrey E. Corporation. Lisa D. Eldridge of Marshall, University Law Society. Goldman recently Dennehey, Warner, Coleman & Goggin participated as a Robert D. Lane, Jr. , a partner at was the speaker at the Pennsylvania Wendy Beetlestone , an associate at faculty member for Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, has Bar Institute’s CLE program “Tough Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP, the Pennsylvania been elected president of the Central Problems in Workers’ Compensation” has been selected as a recipient of the Bar Institute’s pro- Philadelphia Development in Mechanicsburg on March 7, 40 Under 40 Minority Executive gram on closing a Corporation. Philadelphia on March 16 and Awards. The program honors 40 dot.com “Dot Pittsburgh on March 20. Her topic was dynamic, young, minority executives Gones: Winding extraterritorial jurisdiction. in the Philadelphia region. Down a Dot.com.” Names Are News “People” highlights news of Marc E. Gold , Joseph M. Manko , Jonathan E. Rinde , a partner at Janis L. Wilson of Marshall, members’ awards, honors or Carol F. McCabe and Michael M. Manko Gold & Katcher LLP, spoke Dennehey, Warner, Coleman & Goggin, appointments of a civic or com- Meloy , attorneys with Manko Gold about effective tools for farmland was a panelist for the Dispute munity nature. Send information and Katcher LLP, served as faculty for preservation during the Pennsylvania Resolutions Institute’s Personal Injury to Jeff Lyons, Philadelphia Bar the Pennsylvania Bar Institute’s Growing Smarter: Land Use in Pa. Potpourri on April 3. Reporter, Philadelphia Bar Asso- Environmental Law Forum on March Conference on March 20 at Hershey ciation, 1101 Market St., Philadel- 21 and 22 in Harrisburg, Pa. Lodge & Convention Center in Paul H. Schieber, chairman of the phia, Pa. 19107-2911. E-mail: Hershey, Pa. Consumer Financial Services/Retail [email protected]. Fax: (215) Lisa A. Watkins of Schnader Harrison Banking Group at Blank Rome 238-1267. Photos are welcome. Segal & Lewis LLP has been appointed Leonard Dubin of Blank Rome Comisky & McCauley LLP, spoke at the

22 MAY 2001 / BAR REPORTER Induction Ceremony Held For Judge Denis P. Cohen Philadelphia Common Pleas Court Judge Denis P. Cohen is adminis- tered the Oath of Office (left photo) by Common Pleas Court Pr e s i d e n t Judge Frederica A. Massiah-Jackson at an April 4 ceremony in City Hall. Judge Cohen tries on his robe (right photo) as family members look on. M o re than 200 people attended the c e re m o n y, including Mayor John F. Street, members of City Council and numerous Bar Association officials.

Board of Governors Cabinet - meeting, noon, 10th floor Board Room. May 16 Workers Compensation Executive Committee - meeting, 10:30 a.m., PBI-PBEC Education CALENDAR OF EVENTS Center, 10th floor, Wanamaker Building. Workers Compensation Section - CLE program, Ethical Considerations in Workers Compensation, 11:45 a.m., PBI-PBEC Education Center, 10th floor, Wanamaker Building. Note: While the following listings have been verified prior to press time, any scheduled event may be Family Law Section Executive Committee - meeting, noon, 11th floor Committee Room. subject to change by the committee or section chairs. JuriStaff workshop - noon, 10th floor Cabinet Room. Federal Courts Committee - meeting, 12:30 p.m., 10th floor Board Room. Lunch: $7. May 1 LegalLine - 5 p.m., 11th floor LRIS offices. Professional Responsibility Committee - meeting, noon, 10th floor Board Room. May 17 May 2 Solo and Small Firm Practitioners Committee - meeting, noon, 10th floor Board Room. Delivery of Legal Services Committee - meeting, 8:30 a.m., 10th floor Board Room. Lunch: $7. JuriStaff workshop - noon, 10th floor Board Room. Legislative Liaison Committee/Women in the Profession Committee - meeting, 12:30 p.m., LegalLine - 5 p.m., 11th floor LRIS offices. 11th floor Conference Center. Lunch: $7. May 3 May 18 Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee - meeting, noon, 11th floor Conference Center, Social Security Disability Committee - meeting, noon, 11th floor Conference Center. Lunch: front. Lunch: $7. $7. Nominating Committee - meeting, noon, 10th floor Board Room. May 21 Philadelphia Bar Reporter Editorial Board - meeting, 12:30 p.m., 10th floor Cabinet Room. Environmental Law Committee - meeting, 12:30 p.m., 11th floor Conference Center, back. Chancellor’s Forum - noon, 11th floor Conference Center. Lunch: $7. Insurance Programs Committee - meeting, noon, 11th floor Committee Room. Lunch: $7. Judicare Board - meeting, 4:30 p.m., 11th floor Committee Room. May 7 May 22 Public Interest Section Executive Committee - meeting, noon, 10th floor Board Room. Philadelphia Bar Foundation Grants Committee - meeting, noon, 10th floor Cabinet Room. Criminal Justice Section - meeting, noon, 11th floor Conference Center. Lunch: $7. Family Law Section - meeting, 4 p.m., 10th floor Board Room. Fee Disputes Committee - meeting, 2 p.m., 10th floor Cabinet Room. Divorce/Equitable Distribution Committee - meeting, 4 p.m., 10th floor Cabinet Room. May 8 May 23 Municipal Court Committee - meeting, noon, 11th floor Conference Center, front. Lunch: $7. JuriStaff workshop - noon, 10th floor Cabinet Room. May 9 Philadelphia Bar Foundation Board of Trustees - meeting, 4 p.m., 10th floor Board Room. Section Chairs Meeting with Chancellor - 8:30 a.m., 10th floor Board Room. May 24 Young Lawyers Division Executive Committee - meeting, noon, 11th floor Conference Center. Criminal Justice Section Executive Committee - meeting, noon, 10th floor Board Room. Judicare staff - meeting, noon, 11th floor Committee Room. Board of Governors Diversity Committee - meeting, noon, 11th floor Committee Room. State Civil Committee - meeting, noon, 10th floor Board Room. Lunch: $7. Family Law Section - Tea, Law and Cookies seminar, noon, 11th floor Conference Center, Bar-News Media Committee - meeting, noon, 11th floor Conference Center. front. Board of Governors - meeting, 4:30 p.m., 10th floor Board Room. JuriStaff workshop - noon, 10th floor Cabinet Room. May 28 May 10 Memorial Day - Bar Association Offices Closed. Elder Law Committee - meeting, noon, 10th floor Cabinet Room. May 29 Legal Rights of Lesbians and Gay Men - meeting, 12:30 p.m., 11th floor Committee Room. Compulsory Arbitration Committee - meeting, noon, 10th floor Board Room. Lunch: $7. May 11 May 30 Philadelphia Bar Foundation Finance Committee - meeting, 8:30 a.m., 10th floor Cabinet JuriStaff workshop - noon, 10th floor Cabinet Room. Room. Lawyer Referral and Information Service Committee - meeting, noon, 11th floor Committee Philadelphia Lawyer Editorial Board - meeting, 12:30 p.m., 11th floor Conference Center, Room. back. Womens Rights Committee - meeting, noon, 10th floor Board Room. May 14 May 31 Business Law Section Executive Committee - meeting, noon, 10th floor Board Room. Family Law Section Domestic Violence Committee - meeting, 3:30 p.m., 10th floor Cabinet Public Interest Section Law School Outreach - noon, 10th floor Cabinet Room. Room. Business Law Section Pro Bono Committee - meeting, 4:30 p.m., 10th floor Board Room. Unless otherwise specified,h all e ksc c for luncheons and programs should be made payable to the Philadelphia Bar May 15 Association and mailed to Bar Headquarters,1 01 Market 1 St., 11th fl. Philadelphia, Pa.1 0 197- 2 911. Send Bar Association-related calendar items 30 days in advance to Managing Editor, Philadelphia Bar Reporter, Philadelphia Bar Philadelphia Bar Foundation Fund-Raising Committee - meeting, 11 a.m., 11th floor Association, 11 01 Market St., Philadelphia, Pa.1 0197- 2 911. Fax: (215) 23 8 - 12 67. E- m a i l :r e p o r t e r @ p h i l a ba r. o r g . Committee Room.

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