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November 19, 2024 | West Chester, PA – MacElree Harvey is proud to announce that Robert A. Burke, Partner in the Litigation Department, has been sworn in to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States. This prestigious admission marks a significant milestone in Mr. Burke’s distinguished legal career, allowing him to advocate for clients at the highest level of the judiciary.

With over 30 years of legal experience, Mr. Burke focuses on complex commercial litigation and estate and trust litigation. His practice spans trial and appellate work in federal, state, and international courts. Mr. Burke has a proven track record of success, having appeared before the United States Court of Appeals in both the Third and Sixth Circuits. His deep expertise in litigation has also led him to present matters before alternative dispute resolution panels and lecture on trial tactics, practice, and procedure.

“I am proud to share this significant achievement,” said Robert Burke. “Being admitted to the Supreme Court is a great honor and provides an opportunity to further serve our clients in the most critical and high-stakes legal matters.”

In addition to his litigation practice, Mr. Burke is a respected leader in the legal community. He currently is the Secretary to the Chester County Bar Association, serves on the Board of Directors of the Chester County Bar Foundation and serves as a Member of the House of Delegates with the Pennsylvania Bar Association. He is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, New Jersey State Bar Association, Chester County Bar Association and Philadelphia Bar Association.

For more information about Robert A. Burke and his practice, please visit his bio on our website or contact him directly via email, [email protected].

West Chester, PA – MacElree Harvey, Ltd. is proud to announce its inclusion in the 15th edition of the Best Law Firms® rankings by Best Lawyers® for 2025. 

The 2025 Best Law Firms rankings underscore MacElree Harvey’s high standard of legal service across diverse practice areas, including family law, criminal defense, land use, and business litigation. Based on a proven methodology incorporating both qualitative and quantitative data on legal achievements and client successes, these rankings reflect a nationwide and regional assessment of law firms by more than 97,000 clients and 23,000 attorneys.

“These rankings serve as a true North Star for the industry,” said Best Lawyers CEO Phillip Greer. “We know that the legal profession–like so many industries today–is undergoing a transformation led by proliferating technology, global demands, and evolving social norms.”

MacElree Harvey’s commitment to serving its clients and communities from offices in West Chester, PA, Kennett Square, PA, Hockessin, DE, and Centreville, DE, remains steadfast. Recognized in the 2025 Best Law Firms rankings, the firm’s experienced attorneys and dedicated staff look forward to upholding the high standards reflected in these prestigious rankings.

For more information about MacElree Harvey and its inclusion in the 2025 Best Law Firms rankings, please visit the firm’s profile on Best Law Firms.
About MacElree Harvey, Ltd.

Founded over 140 years ago, MacElree Harvey, Ltd. combines traditional legal excellence with innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of its clients. With an extensive range of services and a focus on building long-lasting relationships, the firm stands as a respected leader in the region. Visit macelree.com for more information on how MacElree Harvey is advancing the needs of individuals, businesses, and communities.

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Sierra Rayne
MacElree Harvey, Ltd.  
West Chester, PA  
Phone: (610) 436-0100
Email: [email protected]

In the wake of a tragic fire that destroyed the lower school building at St. Francis of Assisi on October 7, 2024, MacElree Harvey is demonstrating its ongoing commitment to the community by hosting a Charity Jeans Day.

All contributions will go directly toward assisting the school’s recovery efforts, showing solidarity and support for the students, faculty, and families impacted by the tragedy.

“As a law firm, we believe in giving back to the community that has housed and supported so many of our firm team members for so many years,” said Michelle Foster, CEO of MacElree Harvey. “Hosting this Charity Jeans Day is just one small way we can come together as a team to make a meaningful difference and let the community know that they can count on us.”

The firm invited everyone in the four offices to participate and contribute, emphasizing the power of unity and teamwork in times of need. 

For more information on how to donate and support St. Francis of Assisi school, please visit bit.ly/400OtGw.

West Chester, PA — MacElree Harvey Ltd. is proud to announce that the Honorable Lou Mincarelli, Partner at MacElree Harvey and former Judge of the Chester County Court of Common Pleas, has been selected by the Chester County Commissioners to serve as one of three members on the Steering Committee for Innovate Chester County, a new initiative aimed at addressing key challenges within the county.

Innovate Chester County is designed to gather input from residents and explore innovative solutions to pressing issues such as affordable housing, public transportation, children’s mental health, veteran services, and agriculture. 

As a member of the Steering Committee, Lou Mincarelli will contribute his extensive legal experience and deep understanding of the community to ensure the initiative is guided by informed leadership. The Steering Committee’s responsibilities include reviewing public submissions, ensuring workgroups focus on their respective issues, and contributing to the final report that will outline recommended strategies for the County Commissioners.

For more information about Innovate Chester County and how to get involved, visit www.chesco.org/innovatechesco.

About MacElree Harvey, Ltd.

MacElree Harvey Ltd. is a full-service law firm with offices in Pennsylvania and Delaware, providing expert legal services across a wide range of practice areas. For over 140 years, the firm has been committed to providing innovative and personalized legal representation to individuals, families, and businesses.

WEST CHESTER, PA | September 12, 2024 — MacElree Harvey is proud to announce that our CEO, Michelle Foster, has been honored as one of Philadelphia Business Journal’s “Most Admired CEOs” for 2024. This prestigious accolade recognizes exemplary C-suite leaders who excel in vision, agility, and leadership across a wide array of industries.

Michelle Foster’s selection is a testament to her outstanding leadership in navigating the business side of our firm while fostering a compassionate and positive workplace culture. Her dedication to the firm’s growth, coupled with her ability to inspire and lead, has left a profound impact on both the organization and its clients.

In addition to her leadership qualities, Michelle was also recognized for the firm’s significant financial growth over the past five years, a testament to her strategic vision and commitment to excellence.

The Philadelphia Business Journal will feature Michelle and her fellow honorees in a special edition on December 13th, 2024. She joins a distinguished group of 25 leaders from diverse sectors, showcasing the best in business leadership. Below is a selection of this year’s esteemed honorees:

– Michelle Foster, CEO, MacElree Harvey – West Chester

– Alaine Arnott, President & CEO, National Liberty Museum – Philadelphia

– Todd Briddell, CEO, CenterSquare Investment Management – Conshohocken

– Sarah Burlew, Founder & CEO, Omlie Consulting – Conshohocken

– Bill Darcy Jr., CEO, National Kitchen & Bath Association – Bethlehem

– Jim Dever, Market President, Bank of America – Greater Philadelphia

– Dr. Peter Katsufrakis, President, National Board of Medical Examiners – Philadelphia

– George Matysik, Executive Director, Share Food Program – Philadelphia

– Charles “Chuck” McLister, President & CEO, Elwyn – Media

– Abhi Rastogi, President & CEO, Temple University Hospital – Philadelphia

– Stacey Robertson, President, Widener University – Chester

– Michael Tiagwad, President & CEO, Conner Strong & Buckelew – Camden

For more information about the award and to read the full feature on December 13th, visit the Philadelphia Business Journal’s website.

About MacElree Harvey:

MacElree Harvey is a full-service law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to businesses and individuals. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach.