Block & Associates, LLC

10/05/2026

Do you own your rental property in your own name? Most new investors do, because it's simple. But as your portfolio grows, how you hold it starts to matter.

Here's what that means in practice:

• An LLC can help limit your personal exposure if a tenant is injured or a contractor dispute arises.

• Transferring an interest in an LLC can be simpler than preparing a new deed every time ownership changes.

• A land trust can keep your name off the public record, but on its own it won't protect you from liability.

The result: The entity you choose, and how you run it, can decide how much of your own money is at risk.

We've written a full breakdown of your options. Read the article and reach out if you'd like our real estate team to review how your properties are held. 📩

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09/29/2026

Ariella Belopolsky has spent her career helping schools leverage digital resources and curriculum, and preparing college students for careers in cloud and AI.

She brings more than 20 years of tech and education experience to Block & Associates as our Director of Operations. Her job is to help us streamline how we work, so we can serve our clients even better.
Please join us in welcoming Belopolsky to the team!

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09/09/2026

Congratulations to Julianne Beil, who completed a 50-mile race on the Baker Trail this weekend, on her birthday, no less.

Just as impressive, The Rachel Carson Trail Conservancy designed this race to ensure women filled half the race spots, and half of the starting positions.

& Associates, we love celebrating strong women who show what grit really looks like, in the courtroom, on the trail, and everywhere in between. Way to go, Julianne!

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09/03/2026

Does your company’s affirmative action plan still meet legal requirements? The rules just changed.

Two months ago, the EEOC threw out guidelines that companies have relied on for 40 years when building voluntary affirmative action programs, plans meant to increase diversity in hiring and promotion.

Here’s what that means in practice:
1. Companies no longer have an official government-approved template to follow when designing these programs.
2. Companies that built their programs around the old guidelines can no longer point to those guidelines as proof they were acting in good faith if a program gets challenged.

The result: Any program aimed at increasing diversity, regardless of what a company calls it, is now more exposed to legal scrutiny.

We've written a full breakdown of what changed and what companies should do now. Read the analysis and reach out if you'd like our employment team to review your program.

https://www.blockpgh.com/what-the-eeocs-rescinding-of-40-year-old-affirmative-action-guidelines-means-for-employers/

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09/01/2026

Earnouts are everywhere in business sale agreements right now. But an earnout is only as strong as the language behind it, and the fine print matters.

https://www.blockpgh.com/bridging-the-gap-why-earnouts-are-showing-up-in-more-business-sale-agreements/

McCann's latest article breaks down:
→ Why earnouts are on the rise
→ The key terms every provision needs
→ Tax pitfalls sellers often miss

Read the full article to structure an earnout that holds up, through negotiation and after closing.

08/26/2026

When Bev Block founded Block & Associates in 2018, she built the firm on a simple idea: Exceptional lawyering starts with being a well-rounded person.

Nearly a decade later, that same philosophy, tenacious courtroom advocacy paired with real work-life balance, just earned Bev a feature in Pittsburgh Magazine's Women in Law issue.

We couldn't be prouder of everything Bev has built. Congratulations, Bev!
👉 Swipe through to read the full feature.
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08/19/2026

August is National Make a Will Month, and it’s the perfect time to ask yourself: Does my will actually reflect my life today? A marriage, a new baby, a move, a business you started, an asset you sold?

Any of these can mean your current plan no longer says what you want it to say.

Whether you’ve never made a will, haven’t touched yours in years, or just want peace of mind that it’s right, our estate planning team is here to help you get it sorted.

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08/11/2026

Giving back to our community isn't just something we say at Block & Associates, it's something we live. Huge shout out to Corinne McGinley Smith, who co-chaired the Allegheny County Bar Foundation's Attorneys Against Hunger Campaign with Abby Steidl. This year, AAH raised over $140,000, the second-highest total in the campaign's history. These funds will support 18 local food pantries, and fill the many gaps created by federal funding cuts.

Corey’s leadership is exactly the kind of community commitment we cherish Block & Associates, LLC. Congratulations to Corrine, Abby, and everyone who made this year’s campaign a tremendous success.

08/10/2026

We are thrilled to congratulate our very own Marcie Solomon on her election as President of Beit Kulanu.

Marcie embodies the Firm’s commitment to community service, as she devotes countless hours to support this newly merged congregation. As a seasoned nonprofit lawyer, Marcie is exceptionally well suited for this leadership role.

As Marcie shares, “Engagement with mission driven organizations has shaped my professional and volunteer life. I’m honored by the opportunity to serve Beit Kulanu at such an exciting moment in its history.”

08/14/2024

Thank you, Pittsburgh Legal Diversity & Inclusion Coalition for the shout out! We care deeply about inclusivity in the legal profession and are humbled by this honor.

Recognizing exceptional women who demonstrate excellence in their profession, contribute to their community, and help other women and girls to succeed through mentorship.