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MacElree Harvey Proudly Announces the Reappointment of Judge Lou Mincarelli to Chester County Court of Common Pleas

February 6, 2025 by MacElree Harvey, Ltd. Leave a Comment

West Chester, PA – February 6, 2024 – MacElree Harvey, Ltd. is proud to announce the reappointment of our distinguished colleague, Judge Lou Mincarelli, to the Chester County Court of Common Pleas. Judge Mincarelli was nominated by Governor Josh Shapiro and sponsored by Senator Tracy Pennycuick.

Judge Mincacrelli testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee in Harrisburg and received confirmation from the full Senate on Tuesday, February 4th. The swearing-in ceremony will be held on Monday, February 10th, at the Chester County Justice Center in West Chester, where MacElree Harvey Partner Brian Nagle will speak among a group of distinguished presenters. Following the ceremony, the Chester County Bar Association (CCBA) will host a reception, providing an opportunity for members of the CCBA and the broader legal community to warmly welcome Judge Mincarelli back to the bench.

Since joining MacElree Harvey in January 2024, Judge Mincarelli has been an integral part of our Litigation Department. He practices commercial litigation, criminal defense law, family law, litigation law, and mediation and arbitration. His extensive experience and dedication to justice have greatly enhanced our firm’s capabilities and reputation.

Judge Mincarelli’s legal career began with a commitment to victim advocacy in the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office. After graduating from Temple University Beasley School of Law, he served as an Assistant District Attorney under the legendary Lynne Abraham. His career has been marked by a profound dedication to justice and a deep understanding of the legal challenges faced by diverse communities, having presided over Criminal, Family and Juvenile cases as a Judge in his last term.

“I am deeply honored and grateful for the opportunity to continue serving the people of Chester County as a Judge of the Court of Common Pleas. I remain committed to upholding the principles of fairness, integrity, and justice in every case before me. I am thankful for the trust placed in me by Governor Shapiro, the Senate, and our community, and I look forward to continuing this important work with dedication and respect for the rule of law.” – Judge Lou Mincarelli

In addition to his judicial duties, Judge Mincarelli is actively involved in community service, including his role as a Committee Member for Boy Scouts Glenmore Troop 79,  a member of the Steering Committee for Innovate Chester County, a member of the Sons and Daughters of Italy, and a member of St. Anthony’s Lodge in Downingtown, reflecting his commitment to serving the community both inside and outside the courtroom.

MacElree Harvey is proud to support Judge Mincarelli as he continues to serve with integrity and dedication.

About MacElree Harvey, Ltd.:

MacElree Harvey, Ltd. is a full-service law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to Pennsylvania and Delaware. Our team of attorneys have experience in a wide range of practice areas, including commercial litigation, criminal defense law, family law, litigation law, and mediation and arbitration. We are committed to serving our clients with integrity, professionalism, and a deep understanding of their legal needs.

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MacElree Harvey’s Lance Nelson Recognized as a 2025 LawDragon 500 Leading Family Lawyer

October 18, 2024 by MacElree Harvey, Ltd. Leave a Comment

October 18, 2024 | West Chester, PA: MacElree Harvey is proud to announce that attorney Lance Nelson has been named one of the 2025 LawDragon 500 Leading Family Lawyers. 

The LawDragon 500 Leading Family Lawyers list is renowned for recognizing advisors who represent clients in high-net-worth divorces, collaborative divorces, LGBTQ+ family matters, international child custody disputes, assisted reproduction law, and beyond.

Lance Nelson, chair of the Firm’s Family Law practice, has over 25 years of experience representing clients in matters such as divorce, marital agreements, adoption, custody, and support. His expertise has made him a go-to resource for families facing challenging transitions, earning him a reputation for strategically navigating sensitive legal issues while delivering personalized legal strategies.

Read the full list of winners here.

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Attorney Interview: Timothy F. Rayne

September 6, 2024 by MacElree Harvey, Ltd. Leave a Comment

1. What is your practice area?

I practice personal injury law, helping accident victims receive fair treatment from insurance companies.

2. How long have you been with MacElree Harvey?

I’ve been with MacElree Harvey my entire career. I started in 1994 as a law school clerk and I’m still here 30 years later.

3. What MacElree office location do you work from?  

I split my time between Kennett Square and West Chester offices.

4. Which 3 words would you use to describe your job? 

Interesting, challenging, and rewarding.

5. What do you like most about practicing personal injury law?

I really love the strategic thinking required to tell each clients story in a compelling way; to bring home to the jury how the defendant violated a safety rule and caused an unnecessary injury and explain how that injury harmed the client.

I also enjoy the variety of cases. I’ve had some crazy ones – operating room fires, trees falling and causing injuries, and even a horse escape causing a car crash.

6. Where were you born, and where did you grow up?

I was born, grew up and went to high school in Kennett Square. I’m now practicing law in my hometown. 

7. What did you want to be when you grew up?

Always wanted to be a lawyer. I had two uncles, who were lawyers. I always admired  them and was also inspired by the TV show LA Law to become a lawyer. 

8. What was your first paying job?

I’ve always been entrepreneurial. As a teenager, I had car washing, firewood cutting and snow shoveling businesses. I worked my way through college and law school running a house painting business. I love the entrepreneurial parts of running and marketing a law practice.

9. What is your favorite pastime outside of work?

Golfing, surfing, and paddle tennis.

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18 MacElree Harvey, Ltd. Lawyers Recognized as Best Lawyers® Award Recipients 2025

August 15, 2024 by MacElree Harvey, Ltd. Leave a Comment

West Chester, PA, August 15, 2024 — MacElree Harvey, Ltd. is pleased to announce that 18 lawyers have been included in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. 

Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence.

“For more than 40 years, the rigorous methodology of Best Lawyers has ensured the integrity and esteem of our legal recognitions,” said Best Lawyers CEO Phillip Greer. “It is with great pleasure that we continue to provide potential clients with the pinnacle measurement of credibility through our Best Lawyers awards as they search for counsel.”

Best Lawyers has earned the respect of the profession, the media and the public as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals. Its first international list was published in 2006 and since then has grown to provide lists in more than 75 countries.

Lawyers on The Best Lawyers in America list are divided by geographic region and practice areas. They are reviewed by their peers based on professional expertise and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and in good standing.

MacElree Harvey, Ltd. would like to congratulate the following lawyers named to 2025 The Best Lawyers in America list:

  • Robert A. Burke – Litigation – Trusts and Estates
  • Daniel Crossland – Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) and Trusts and Estates
  • Marie I. Crossley – Family Law, Family Law Arbitration, and Family Law Mediation
  • Harry J. DiDonato – Real Estate Law
  • Caroline G. Donato – Criminal Defense: General Practice and Criminal Defense: White-Collar
  • Mary Kay Gaver – Real Estate Law
  • J. Charles Gerbron, Jr. – Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law
  • Peter E. Kratsa – Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, and Family Law
  • Michael G. Louis – Real Estate Law
  • John F. McKenna – Litigation – Trusts and Estates and Tax Law
  • Matthew M. McKeon – Land Use and Zoning Law
  • Brian L. Nagle – Land Use and Zoning Law, Litigation – Land Use and Zoning, and Real Estate Law
  • Lance J. Nelson – Family Law
  • Timothy F. Rayne – Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, and Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs
  • Michael C. Rovito – Family Law
  • Tiffany Marie Shrenk – Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
  • Ashley B. Stitzer – Family Law
  • Louis N. Teti – Trusts and Estates

Additionally, MacElree Harvey, Ltd. would like to congratulate the following lawyers recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America:

  • Matthew C. Cooper – Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law

About MacElree Harvey, Ltd.

MacElree Harvey, Ltd. is a full-service law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to Pennsylvania and Delaware. Their team of experienced attorneys specializes in a wide range of practice areas, including commercial litigation, criminal defense law, family law, litigation law, mediation and arbitration, estates, and more. MacElree Harvey has committed to serving clients with integrity, professionalism, and a deep understanding of their legal needs for over 140 years.

About Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected lawyer ranking service in the world. For 40 years, Best Lawyers has assisted those in need of legal services to identify the lawyers best qualified to represent them in distant jurisdictions or unfamiliar specialties. Best Lawyers awards are published in leading local, regional and national publications across the globe.

Lawyers who are nominated for consideration are voted on by currently recognized Best Lawyers working in the same practice area and located in the same geographic region. Our awards and recognitions are based purely on the feedback we receive from these top lawyers. Those who receive high peer reviews undergo a thorough verification process to make sure they are currently still in private practice. Only then can these top lawyers be recognized by Best Lawyers.

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Celebrating 50+ Years of Dedication: William “Bill” Gallagher’s Legacy at MacElree Harvey

August 1, 2024 by MacElree Harvey, Ltd. 2 Comments

Bill Gallagher, the last founding partner of MacElree Harvey, marks an extraordinary 50+ years with the firm.

The journey of Mr. Gallagher at MacElree Harvey began in the early 1970’s when he merged his small practice with MacElree, Platt and Harvey, forming what would become MacElree, Harvey, Gallagher, and Kean, eventually shortened to MacElree Harvey. His career, however, began even earlier, with his initial foray into law practice in the early 1960’s.

Gallagher made a name for himself as the Public Defender of Chester County, achieving back-to-back acquittals in two high-profile murder trials in the late 1960’s. “The two acquittals established my reputation,” he says. This success set the foundation for his long-standing career and his reputation for excellence.

Gallagher’s contributions extend far beyond the courtroom. As the former Public Defender of Chester County, he has always placed a high value on public service, a tradition that remains integral to MacElree Harvey’s ethos. “Public service has always been important to me, and it continues to be important to the firm,” Gallagher notes. Mr. Gallagher currently serves on the Board of Directors of Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania and is a past president of the organization. He is also a member of the Chester County Bar Association’s Pro Bono Committee and Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Legal Services to the Public Committee.

Mr. Gallagher is a staple of the Chester County area, even riding on a float in the Kennett Square Memorial Day parade in 2023 in honor of his time in the Marines.

Unlike many professionals contemplating retirement, Gallagher remains a staple of the growing MacElree Harvey firm. He continues to take on cases that resonate with him while also making time for personal pursuits outside the office. Despite his decades-long career, Gallagher’s enthusiasm for law remains undiminished, driven by his excitement for the firm’s future and the young talent that upholds its traditions.

Gallagher’s optimism extends to the future of Chester County, which he sees as an area of growth and opportunity. MacElree Harvey is well-positioned to address a wide array of legal needs, encompassing business law, criminal defense, estates and trusts, probate, family law, land use, litigation, and personal injury. Gallagher estimates that the firm can handle 95 percent of all legal areas, thanks to its diverse departments and expert attorneys.

As Gallagher reflects on his remarkable journey and looks ahead, he is confident in the firm’s continued success. “I am excited about the young people we have keeping up the traditions. I am also excited to see the firm’s culture and the firm’s philosophy being continued,” he says.

A Legacy of Excellence

William “Bill” Gallagher’s 50+ years at MacElree Harvey stand as a testament to his dedication to the legal profession and his community. His legacy is one of excellence, service, and an enduring passion for the law—a legacy that will undoubtedly inspire future generations at MacElree Harvey for years to come.

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20 MacElree Harvey Attorneys Named ‘Top Lawyers’ by Main Line Today

July 31, 2024 by MacElree Harvey, Ltd. Leave a Comment

Main Line Today, a regional lifestyle magazine that serves Philadelphia’s western suburbs, has named 20 MacElree Harvey attorneys as ‘Top Lawyers’ for 2024, marking 17 consecutive years of inclusion on the local list.

Each year, attorneys are nominated via peer balloting, then vetted through the publication’s editorial process. Only lawyers practicing in Pennsylvania can nominate, and self-nomination is not permitted, ensuring the integrity and credibility of the list.

MacElree Harvey is once again ranked across multiple practice areas including business law, criminal law, personal injury, family law, estates, and more.

MacElree Harvey’s 2024 Main Line Today Top Lawyers:

  • Joseph Bellinghieri – Tax Law, Estate, Probate and Tax
  • Jeffrey Burke – Employment Law
  • Robert Burke – Civil Litigation
  • Matthew Cooper – Business Law
  • Harry DiDonato – Business Law
  • Caroline Donato – Criminal Law
  • Patrick Gallo – Civil Litigation
  • Mary Kay Gaver – Business
  • Charles Gerbron, Jr. – Municipal Law
  • Peter Kratsa – Criminal Law
  • Mary Lawrence – Criminal Law
  • John McKenna – Alternate Dispute Resolution
  • Matthew McKeon – Real Estate
  • Brian Nagle – Real Estate
  • Lance Nelson – Divorce + Family Law
  • Timothy Rayne – Personal Injury
  • Michael Rovito – Divorce + Family Law
  • Andrew Silverman – Business
  • Ashley Stitzer – Divorce + Family Law
  • Louis Teti – Estate, Probate and Tax

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