Lamb McErlane PC

08/27/2026

Lamb McErlane partner Dennis C. Vondran Jr. provided pro bono assistance through the Wills for Heroes program hosted by the Pennsylvania / Chester County Bar Associations. Dennis joined fellow attorneys and volunteers at this special program, which provided free wills and other estate planning documents to Pennsylvania State Police members, held in honor of fallen officer Cpl. Tim O'Connor.

At Lamb McErlane, Dennis’ legal practice includes estate planning, estate administration, orphans’ court litigation, and elder law.

Read more here: https://www.lambmcerlane.com/news/lamb-mcerlane-attorney-dennis-c-vondran-jr-provides-pro-bono-assistance-for-wills-for-heroes-program/

08/25/2026

It was a picture-perfect day for the Brotherhood of West Chester Police's annual golf tournament. Lamb McErlane PC and partner Dawson Muth are long-time supporters.

Proceeds from the event benefit local charities.



https://wcpdbrotherhood.com/golf/

*Pictured: Dawson Rich Muth

08/21/2026

Thank you, VISTA.Today, for the article featuring Lamb McErlane Chairman and Managing Partner Joel L. Frank and his recent appointment by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to the Judicial Conduct Board.

Longtime Chester County attorney and Lamb McErlane PC Chairman Joel Frank has been appointed by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to the state's Judicial Conduct Board, taking one of just three attorney seats on the 12-member panel. Click here to read 👉 https://ebx.sh/ktoUnl

08/20/2026

Congratulations to twenty-two Lamb McErlane attorneys recognized as 2027 Best Lawyers in America© and Ones to Watch :

• Joel L. Frank - Commercial Litigation
• John J. Cunningham, IV – Commercial Litigation
• Vince T. Donohue – Real Estate Law
• Maureen M. McBride - Appellate & Commercial Litigation
• Dawson Rich Muth - Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
• James E. McErlane – Banking and Finance & Municipal Law
• Guy A. Donatelli – Commercial Litigation, Labor & Employment & Municipal
• Helen J. Esbenshade – Public Finance, Banking and Finance Law & Municipal Law - Lawyer of the Year, 2027 & 2021
• Anthony D. Giannascoli – Real Estate Law
• Roger N. Huggins - Real Estate Law
• Stephanie P. Kalogredis - Trusts and Estates
• Vasilios J. Kalogredis – Health Care Law
• Max O’Keefe – Municipal Law
• Vincent M. Pompo - Municipal Law
• Julie M. Potts – Family Law
• James C. Sargent, Jr. – Appellate & Commercial Litigation -
• John J. Stanzione– Workers' Compensation & Personal Injury
• Mark P. Thompson - Land Use and Zoning Law
• Scot R. Withers – Appellate Law
• George C. Zumbano - Commercial Litigation

The Best Lawyers in America - Ones to Watch:

• Katherine E. LaDow- Municipal Litigation
• William H. Trask – Commercial Litigation & Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

Best Lawyers in America© reflects a commitment to recognizing attorneys whose professional excellence and peer-reviewed standing distinguish them within the legal community. Best Lawyers® has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Only about 5% of practicing attorneys in the market earn this distinction.

Notable Distinctions

2027 ‘Lawyer of the Year’:
• Lamb McErlane partner Helen J. Esbenshade was named a 2027 ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Municipal Law

New to the ‘Best Lawyers’ Rankings in 2027:
• Max O’Keefe – Municipal Law
• Mark P. Thompson - Land Use and Zoning Law
• George C. Zumbano - Commercial Litigation

Metro Awards:
• Most Recognized Lawyers in West Chester with 20 lawyers
• Top-Listed in West Chester in Commercial Litigation with 6 lawyers
• Top-Listed in West Chester in Municipal Law with 5 lawyers

State Awards:
• Top-Listed in Pennsylvania in Municipal Law with 5 lawyers

https://www.lambmcerlane.com/news/twenty-two-lamb-mcerlane-attorneys-recognized-as-2027-best-lawyers-in-america-and-ones-to-watch/

08/18/2026

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has appointed Lamb McErlane Chairman and Managing Partner Joel L. Frank to the Judicial Conduct Board (JCB.)

Created by constitutional amendment in 1993, the JCB of Pennsylvania is an independent board within the judicial branch of the Commonwealth’s government responsible for reviewing, investigating, and, where warranted, prosecuting complaints of judicial misconduct.

The JCB is comprised of three judges, three attorneys, and six non-lawyer electors. Joel is an attorney member of the twelve-member Board serving a four-year term.

At Lamb McErlane, Joel’s areas of practice include commercial and civil litigation in state and federal courts, as well as attorney and judicial discipline matters. He often serves as an arbitrator and mediator.

Read more here: https://www.lambmcerlane.com/news/lamb-mcerlane-chairman-and-managing-partner-joel-l-frank-appointed-to-the-judicial-conduct-board-of-pa/

08/12/2026

In case you missed it, check out the latest informative article by Lamb McErlane attorney Lauren Law; Pennsylvania Severance Agreements, Layoffs, and Reductions in Force: What Employees and Employers Need to Know.

Thank you VISTA.Today for sharing.

Losing a job or being laid off is one of the toughest moments in any employment relationship. Lauren M. Law of Lamb McErlane PC breaks down what Pennsylvania employees and employers should know about severance and layoffs. Click here to read 👉 https://ebx.sh/hndloU

08/06/2026

Today, on National Paralegal Day, we recognize and celebrate the exceptional paralegals whose hard work, dedication, and professionalism are essential to everything we do.

Their commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and collaborative approach are integral to delivering exceptional service to our clients and supporting our attorneys across every practice area.

Thank you to our paralegals and legal staff for everything they do for the firm, today and every day.

08/04/2026

Pennsylvania Severance Agreements, Layoffs, and Reductions in Force:
What Employees and Employers Need to Know. Employment law article by Lamb McErlane attorney Lauren M. Law, Esquire.

Losing a job or implementing a workforce reduction can be one of the most challenging events in your employment relationship. Whether you are an employee who was laid off or an employer navigating a reduction in force (“RIF”), the separation process often involves significant legal considerations. At Lamb McErlane, our employment attorneys represent both employees and employers throughout Pennsylvania in matters involving severance agreements, layoffs, restrictive covenants, and employment disputes. We help clients understand their rights, evaluate risks, and negotiate practical solutions during periods of workplace transition.

Read the full article here: https://www.lambmcerlane.com/articles/pennsylvania-severance-agreements-layoffs-and-reductions-in-force-what-employees-and-employers-need-to-know/

Lauren M. Law focuses her practice on complex civil and business litigation, labor and employment law, and personal injury. Lauren can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone at 267-388-2886.

08/03/2026

Opting Out of Medicare - Current Legal and Compliance Implications for Healthcare Practitioners. Legal Intelligencer article by Lamb McErlane Health Law attorneys Vasilios J. Kalogredis, Esq. and Sonal Parekh, Esq.

Participation in Medicare generally requires enrolled physicians and practitioners to submit claims for covered services furnished to Medicare beneficiaries and to comply with Medicare reimbursement and charge limitations. However, Section 1802 of the Social Security Act permits certain eligible physicians and practitioners to elect to opt out of Medicare and instead furnish services to Medicare beneficiaries exclusively pursuant to private contracts. For many providers, opting out offers greater flexibility in establishing reimbursement arrangements and avoiding the administrative burdens associated with Medicare participation. Yet, the election also imposes significant statutory and regulatory obligations that are often misunderstood.

This article reviews the current legal framework governing Medicare opt-out, distinguishes between enrollment and opt-out status, identifies which practitioners may and may not elect to opt out, summarizes the requirements for maintaining a valid opt-out election, discusses recent CMS guidance, and highlights practical compliance considerations for attorneys representing healthcare providers.

Read the full article here: https://www.lambmcerlane.com/articles/opting-out-of-medicare-current-legal-and-compliance-implications-for-healthcare-practitioner/

07/31/2026

Thirty-Eight Lamb McErlane attorneys have been recognized in Main Line Today magazine's annual Top Lawyers list, one of the highest totals earned by any law firm in the region.

The annual distinction recognizes attorneys for their professional excellence across a wide range of legal disciplines. Our honorees reflect the firm's depth of experience and commitment to delivering exceptional legal counsel to individuals, businesses, municipalities, and institutions throughout southeastern Pennsylvania.

Congratulations to:

• Joel L. Frank – Commercial Litigation
• John J. Cunningham, IV – Civil Litigation
• Vince T. Donohue – Real Estate
• Maureen M. McBride - Civil Litigation
• Dawson (Rich) Muth – Criminal Law
• James E. McErlane – Banking & Finance
• Jake D. Becker – Employment
• Kathleen O’Connell Bell – Education
• Ashley N. Blackburn - Commercial Litigation
• Daniel R. Bush - Criminal Law
• Guy A. Donatelli – Employment
• Helen J. Esbenshade - Municipal Law
• Christopher P. Ge**er - Employment
• Anthony D. Giannascoli – Banking & Finance
• Roger N. Huggins – Real Estate
• Rocco P. Imperatrice, III - Commercial Litigation
• Steve E. Jarmon – Criminal Law
• Stephanie Pahides Kalogredis - Trusts and Wills
• Vasilios J. Kalogredis – Healthcare Law
• Katherine E. LaDow - Civil Litigation
• Lauren M. Law - Civil Litigation
• Patrick (PJ) McGinnis – Divorce / Family Law
• James J. Merkins - Commercial Litigation
• Anna A. O’Brien - Civil Litigation
• Max O'Keefe – Municipal Law
• Nicholas M. Orloff - Trusts and Wills
• Jeong Hyeon Park – Business
• Vince M. Pompo – Municipal Law
• Julie M. Potts – Family Law
• Melissa A. Rheinstadter - Environmental Law
• James C. Sargent - Civil Litigation
• Curtis L. Sebastian - Environmental Law
• Andrew P. Stafford – Education Law
• John J. Stanzione –Personal Injury
• Mark P. Thompson – Environmental /Municipal Law
• Dennis C. Vondran Jr. – Trusts and Wills
• Chad T. Williams – Business
• George C. Zumbano – Personal Injury

Attorneys are nominated via peer balloting, then vetted through Main Line Today’s editorial process.

Read more: https://www.lambmcerlane.com/news/thirty-eight-lamb-mcerlane-attorneys-earn-main-line-today-top-lawyer-honors/