West Chester, PA | January 6, 2026 – MacElree Harvey, Ltd. is pleased to welcome back Judge Lou Mincarelli to the firm following his service on the Chester County Court of Common Pleas.
Judge Mincarelli, who previously served as a Partner in the firm’s Litigation Department, is transitioning from the bench to rejoin MacElree Harvey as a seasoned litigator with deep ties to the Chester County legal community.
Judge Mincarelli originally joined MacElree Harvey in January 2024, bringing decades of legal experience and a strong commitment to justice to the firm’s litigation practice, including commercial litigation, criminal defense, family law, mediation, and arbitration. Prior to joining the firm, Judge Mincarelli served on the Chester County Court of Common Pleas since 2022, when he was nominated by then-Governor Tom Wolf and confirmed by the Pennsylvania Senate, becoming the 67th judge in the court’s history.
In early 2025, Judge Mincarelli was reappointed to the Court of Common Pleas by Governor Josh Shapiro and again confirmed by the Pennsylvania Senate, continuing his service to Chester County through 2025. His swearing-in at the Chester County Justice Center included remarks from colleagues, including MacElree Harvey Partner Brian L. Nagle, who highlighted Judge Mincarelli’s integrity, patience, and unwavering commitment to the rule of law.
Throughout his time on the bench, Judge Mincarelli earned the respect of attorneys, court staff, and litigants alike for his ability to listen carefully, assess each matter on its merits, and lead proceedings with professionalism and balance.
His return to private practice is expected to further strengthen MacElree Harvey’s litigation team, offering clients the benefit of a rare and valuable perspective informed by experience on both sides of the courtroom. To learn more about Judge Lou Mincarelli, visit macelree.com/attorney/lou-mincarelli.
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