Manko Gold Katcher Fox LLP

Manko Gold Katcher Fox LLP Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox is an environmental, energy, land use law and litigation firm, providing top quality and cost-effective service to their clients

From its founding Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox (MGKF) has embraced a core set of principles: providing high quality legal services cost-effectively; understanding our clients’ businesses; handling complex, cutting edge matters, regionally, nationally and internationally; creating a professional, collegial work environment; holding ourselves to high ethical standards; and combining our legal and tech

nical services in a multi-disciplinary approach. All of these principles aim towards our singular goal: exceptional client service.

Congratulations to Manko Gold’s Tom Cinti on being named the recipient of the Julie Davies Professor of the Year Award f...
05/18/2026

Congratulations to Manko Gold’s Tom Cinti on being named the recipient of the Julie Davies Professor of the Year Award for the Master of Science in Law (MSL) program at University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law. Presented by the Student Bar Association, the award recognizes excellence in teaching, student engagement, and academic leadership. Tom was honored for his longstanding dedication to education and his contributions to the MSL program, where he teaches Negotiations and Persuasive Public Speaking. https://www.mankogold.com/pressroom-pressreleases-Cinti-Davies-Professor-of-the-Year-Pacific-McGeorge.html

Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court has ruled that municipal stormwater “fees” are actually taxes — a landmark decision with ma...
05/12/2026

Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court has ruled that municipal stormwater “fees” are actually taxes — a landmark decision with major implications for stormwater programs across the Commonwealth. In Borough of West Chester v. Pa. State System of Higher Education and West Chester University, the Court held that stormwater charges primarily benefit the public at large and are imposed without property owner consent, making them taxes rather than user fees. The ruling could significantly impact the viability of stormwater charges currently used by more than 70 municipalities and authorities in Pennsylvania. See our Special Alert by Diana Silva for additional details and a comprehensive analysis. https://www.mankogold.com/publications-Borough-West-Chester-Stormwater-Taxes-Fees.html

We were proud to support the 2026 Delaware County Good Scout Award Dinner, an annual event that honors community leaders...
05/04/2026

We were proud to support the 2026 Delaware County Good Scout Award Dinner, an annual event that honors community leaders who exemplify the ideals of Scouting while raising critical funds for local after-school programs.

This year, we were especially honored to celebrate our partner, Matthew Sullivan, as a Good Scout Award recipient. Matt’s longstanding commitment to serving the Delaware County community reflects the very values this recognition represents. His family’s participation in the awards presentation made it extra special.

A significant April 2026 decision from the Eleventh Circuit provides important clarity on threshold issues under the APA...
05/04/2026

A significant April 2026 decision from the Eleventh Circuit provides important clarity on threshold issues under the APA and NEPA.

In Friends of the Everglades v. Secretary of Homeland Security, the court vacated a preliminary injunction that had halted construction of an immigration detention facility in the Florida Everglades. The court concluded that the plaintiffs failed to identify a final agency action under the APA and that the project did not qualify as a “major federal action” under NEPA.

The ruling serves as a strong reminder that early-stage jurisdictional and statutory framing can be dispositive in complex environmental and administrative law disputes. See our latest MGKF Litigation blog post by Kelly Hanna for full details. https://www.mankogold.com/publications-articles-NEPA-Everglades-Homeland-Security-APA-EIS.html

Honored to celebrate PIDC as the recipient of the Waterside Land Development, Conservation and Preservation Award in rec...
04/29/2026

Honored to celebrate PIDC as the recipient of the Waterside Land Development, Conservation and Preservation Award in recognition for its leadership in transforming the Navy Yard waterfront into a model of sustainable growth through resilient design and environmental stewardship.

Kate McNamara accepted the award on behalf of PIDC at the WRA Gala on April 23. We’re proud that Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox has played a role in supporting this impactful redevelopment. https://navyyard.org/blog/pidc-honored-with-2026-water-resources-leadership-award-for-the-navy-yard/

Pictured L-R:
Manko Partners Nicole Moshang and Diana Silva, PIDC’s Ilene Burak and Kate McNamara, and Manko Partner Brenda Gotanda.

Manko Gold presented “Advanced Air: Understanding Regulatory and Enforcement Trends that May Impact Your Operations” at ...
04/28/2026

Manko Gold presented “Advanced Air: Understanding Regulatory and Enforcement Trends that May Impact Your Operations” at the Chemistry Council of New Jersey Annual Meeting in Atlantic City on April 27, 2026.

We appreciated the opportunity to discuss evolving air regulations and enforcement priorities, and what they mean for operational compliance and risk management. Thank you to all who attended and contributed to a thoughtful discussion.

Pictured L-R: Managing Partner Carol McCabe, Partner Kate Vaccaro, Partner Michael Dillon and Senior Technical Consultant Michael Nines, PE, LEED AP

Bryan Franey recently spoke on a panel at the ABA SEER Spring Meeting in Minneapolis on April 24, 2026, presenting “Brea...
04/28/2026

Bryan Franey recently spoke on a panel at the ABA SEER Spring Meeting in Minneapolis on April 24, 2026, presenting “Breaking In and Branching Out: Real Talk on Getting Jobs and Building a Career in Environmental, Energy, and Resources Law.”

The session offered practical insights on launching and growing a career in the field, with a focus on navigating opportunities and building a strong professional foundation.

Supreme Court Broadly Interprets “relating to” in Federal Officer Removal Statute . In Chevron USA Inc. v. Plaquemines P...
04/23/2026

Supreme Court Broadly Interprets “relating to” in Federal Officer Removal Statute . In Chevron USA Inc. v. Plaquemines Parish, the Court adopted a broad reading of “relating to,” holding that claims that “have bearing or concern” federally-directed conduct may qualify, opening the federal forum to a wider range of cases initially commenced in state court. See our latest MGKF Litigation Blog post by Wesley Stevenson for further details: https://www.mankogold.com/publications-articles-Supreme-Court-Federal-Officer-Removal-Statute.html

Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox hosted Steven Cook, Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator of EPA’s Office of Land and Emer...
04/16/2026

Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox hosted Steven Cook, Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator of EPA’s Office of Land and Emergency Management last week. We appreciate the time and insight PDAA Cook shared on the current state and future direction of the Superfund program—an engaging and valuable discussion for our clients and the broader business community.

Pictured L-R: Manko partner Nicole Moshang, PDAA Steven Cook, and Manko partner and program moderator Kate Campbell.

Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox is pleased to welcome Jeremiah “Jerry” D. Clark as an associate in the firm’s litigation prac...
04/07/2026

Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox is pleased to welcome Jeremiah “Jerry” D. Clark as an associate in the firm’s litigation practice. Jerry brings valuable experience representing clients in environmental defense matters, with a proven track record of securing defense verdicts in both the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas’ compulsory arbitration program and Philadelphia Municipal Court. His strong advocacy skills further enhance MGKF’s robust litigation team. https://www.mankogold.com/pressroom-pressreleases-Manko-Gold-Jeremiah-Clark-Litigation-Associate.html

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