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05/29/2026

"We make it clear to the court why the justices should care about the issue on a statewide level.”

Obermayer's Managing Partner Mathieu Shapiro recently spoke with Law360 Pulse following the launch of our dedicated Appellate Practice Group.

Led by Mathieu, this new practice offers a tiered suite of services designed to support clients at every stage of the appeals process, including advising litigation teams from the outset to help preserve issues for appeal.

Read more about this exciting here:

Obermayer was recently featured in Law360 Pulse for the launch of the firm’s dedicated appellate practice group, which offers a tiered suite of services designed to support clients at every stage of the appeals process, including advising litigation teams from the outset to help preserve issues fo...

05/29/2026

Once a divorce begins, both parties are generally required to fully disclose their financial circumstances. This includes income, bank and investment accounts, retirement assets, real estate, debts, and other property interests.

But what happens if you suspect your spouse is concealing funds or improperly spending marital assets?

Obermayer family law attorney Tiffani N. Youngblood explains the ways to obtain financial information and protect your interests during a divorce matter.
Read her insights here: https://www.obermayerfamilymatters.com/2026/05/understanding-finances-during-divorce-what-to-know-and-what-to-watch-for/

One of the biggest concerns when a couple separates is how money and property will be divided. In many marriages, one spouse takes the lead in managing the household finances. This may include paying bills, handling bank accounts, filing taxes, managing investments, or overseeing business income. Wh...

05/28/2026

"Every new attorney arrives with a different mix of strengths, insecurities, ambitions, and blind spots. My job as a mentor is to understand who they are before I try to shape who they can become." Matthew Green, Deputy Chair of Obermayer's Litigation Department and a member of the firm's Management Committee, recently reflected on his career journey and the value of mentorship in an interview with The Legal Intelligencer.

Matthew, who is a finalist for the publication's 2026 Pennsylvania Legal Awards in the Best Law Firm Mentors category, also shared which attorneys at Obermayer have shaped his professional path.

Read more here: https://www.obermayer.com/best-law-firm-mentor-finalist-2026-matthew-green/

Matthew Green, Deputy Chair of Obermayer’s Litigation Department and a member of the firm’s Management Committee, recently reflected on his career journey and the value of mentorship in an interview with The Legal Intelligencer, published May 18, 2026. A finalist in The Legal Intelligencer’...

05/26/2026

Employers: With the NLRB redistributing thousands of unassigned unfair labor practice cases, dormant charges might start moving much faster than anticipated.

To combat a backlog that recently exceeded 16,000 pending cases, the National Labor Relations Board is reallocating approximately 3,500 matters to offices with the bandwidth to investigate them.

In a new blog post on HR Legalist, Obermayer attorneys Aimee E. Schnecker and Thomas T. Hearn break down what this means for employers and how to prepare. Read the full article here: https://www.hrlegalist.com/2026/05/nlrb-redistributes-thousands-of-cases-what-employers-should-expect-next/

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB or Board) recently moved to address its longstanding case backlog by announcing the redistribution of approximately 3,500 unfair labor practice (ULP) cases across its nationwide network of regional field offices. While the NLRB frames this move as a practical...

05/22/2026

: We are proud to celebrate the exceptional legal talent across our firm. 18 Obermayer attorneys have been named to the 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list, and 10 have been recognized as 2026 Pennsylvania Rising Stars.

Special congratulations to Julie Colton, Hillary Moonay, and Stephanie Winegrad for their outstanding achievements. They represent an impressive three of the five spots on the Top 5: 2026 Family Law Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list.

Read the full list of our recognized attorneys here: https://www.obermayer.com/obermayer-attorneys-named-to-2026-pennsylvania-super-lawyers-and-rising-stars-lists/

05/21/2026

We are proud to announce that The Philadelphia Inquirer has recognized Obermayer in its annual Philly Favorites awards!

Our firm earned Gold in Bankruptcy Law and Tax Law, and Bronze in Employment & Labor Law. This marks our second consecutive year winning in Bankruptcy Law and our third consecutive year in Tax Law.

Above all, we want to thank our clients and the local community for this recognition. Your continued trust in our team makes honors like this possible.

Read more about the awards here: https://www.obermayer.com/obermayer-earns-top-honors-in-bankruptcy-tax-and-employment-labor-law-in-2026-philly-favorites/

Obermayer was recognized in The Philadelphia Inquirer’s 2026 Philly Favorites awards, earning Gold in both Bankruptcy Law and Tax Law, and Bronze in Employment & Labor Law. This marks the second consecutive year the firm has been recognized in Bankruptcy Law and the third consecutive year in Tax L...

05/19/2026

Last month, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court decided West Chester v. PASSHE, holding—in a fractured decision—that a borough’s “stormwater fee” was, in fact, a tax. In a new blog post, Obermayer attorneys Mathieu Shapiro, Melissa Blanco, David Nasatir, and Tom Wyatt examine the case, which shows how quickly a funding mechanism can be reclassified on appeal, and how little room there is to recover once that happens. Read more here:

On April 30, 2026, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court decided West Chester v. PASSHE, holding—in a fractured decision—that a borough’s “stormwater fee” was, in fact, a tax.  The case arose from West Chester’s attempt to fund its stormwater program by charging developed properties based on i...

05/18/2026

Employers: Potential regulatory changes are on the horizon that may affect you and your employees.

The U.S. Department of Labor recently issued a proposed rule that establishes a comprehensive framework for determining joint employer status. Importantly, this rule would align the joint employer analyses under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act.
Obermayer labor and employment attorneys Aimee Schnecker and Thomas Hearn break down what you need to know: https://www.hrlegalist.com/2026/05/a-new-joint-employer-rule-on-the-horizon-understanding-the-dols-proposal/

On April 22, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) issued a proposed rule that would establish a comprehensive framework for determining joint employer status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) and align the joint employer analyses under the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FML...

05/15/2026

Obermayer family law partner Samantha Evian is giving back to the community! Earlier this month, Samantha participated in Harriton High School’s annual Career Symposium for the second consecutive year. She joined a panel of local attorneys for a presentation titled "Discussion of a Career as a Divorce Attorney." Samantha enjoyed sharing insights with students about careers in the legal field and family law practice. Read more: https://www.obermayer.com/samantha-evian-discusses-career-in-family-law-at-harriton-high-school-symposium/

On Thursday, May 1, 2026, Samantha Evian, a partner in family law at Obermayer, participated in Harriton High School’s annual Career Symposium in Montgomery County for the second consecutive year. Samantha joined a panel of four local attorneys for a presentation titled “Discussion of a Caree...

05/14/2026

In Pennsylvania, child support is calculated using a statewide formula to ensure a child’s financial needs are met by both parents. But what happens when you have children in other households? Courts will often consider a parent’s obligation to support children from new or past relationships when calculating a monthly support obligation. This is known as the “multi-family deviation.” Family law attorney Marcelina Policicchio explains what it all means: https://www.obermayerfamilymatters.com/2026/05/does-having-a-new-baby-lower-your-child-support-the-pa-multi-family-deviation-explained/

In Pennsylvania, child support is calculated using a statewide formula often referred to as the “support guidelines.” This formula primarily considers both parents’ income and the number of children involved in the legal action. The goal of the child support formula is to ensure that a child.....