Supreme Court Amends Rule 1.17 to Broaden Sale of Law Practice Requirements
On September 23, 2016, the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania adopted amendments to Rule 1.17 of the Pennsylvania Rules of Professional Conduct, which governs sale of a law practice. The changes were...
View ArticleWestmoreland County is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant...
Westmoreland County is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant County Solicitor – Children’s Bureau (60% Full Time Equivalency). Job duties include the following:Represent the Westmoreland...
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Change in deadline for Westmoreland Law Journal
Due to the Veterans Day holiday, the deadline for copy for the November 11, 2016, issue of the Westmoreland Law Journal is Noon on Monday, November 7, 2016.Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the deadline...
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Dust off your dance moves, shine those shoes, and join us at the 2016 Holiday...
The WBA heads to the famous Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pa., for a traditional Holiday Dinner Dance on Saturday, December 3. This year’s event is sure to offer a festive atmosphere showcasing...
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Painting With the Pro Bono Program Fund-Raiser
Come out for a night of FUN art, not fine art, while supporting the Pro Bono Program! Invite your friends, sip your favorite beverage* and enjoy step-by-step instruction with experienced and...
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He's Coming To Town!
Please join us on Wednesday, December 7, from 5:30 to 7 pm for family-friendly fun with Santa. Children will have the opportunity to participate in holiday activities and visit with Santa to share...
View ArticleNew hours for the Register of Wills office
In accordance with the courthouse security/park police policy, the Register of Wills office will be opening at 8:30am each day.
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WBA Members, Start 2017 On The Right Foot
The WBA is accepting registration for the 2017 Lawyer Referral Service. At just $125, the registration fee allows WBA members to participate in the only court-recognized referral service in...
View ArticleNotice on civil/orphans' court motions
President Judge McCormick, Jr. will not be hearing civil or orphans’ court motions on Friday, December 30, 2016.Counsel should make arrangements to present motions on a prior or subsequent Friday.
View ArticleNotice on civil/orphans' court motions
NOTICE: Judge Chris Scherer will not be hearing civil or orphans’ court motions on the following Friday: Friday, December 30, 2016. Counsel should make arrangements to present motions on a prior or...
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'Tis the season for an after-work holiday party!
All attorneys are invited to join the Young Lawyers for an Adult Christmas Party on Friday, December 16, from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm @ The Rialto's Back Bar, Greensburg. RSVP to the WBA at 724-834-6730 or...
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The Hon. Joseph A. Hudock (1937-2016)
The Honorable Joseph A. Hudock passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2016. He served 12 years as judge in Westmoreland County's Court of Common Pleas before being elected in 1989 to the Pennsylvania...
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Register today for the Quarterly Membership Meeting: January 26, 2017
Join us in paying tribute to our history as we unveil and hang portraits of our Past President Judges in their courtrooms.The Hon. Daniel J. AckermanThe Hon. John E. BlahovecThe Hon. Gary P. CarusoThe...
View ArticlePast President Judges' Portraits to be unveiled in ceremony
On Thursday January 26, 2017, at 3:45 pm the Westmoreland Bar Association will continue its long-standing tradition of presenting framed portraits of Past President Judges for hanging in the...
View ArticleNotice on civil/orphans' court motions
President Judge McCormick, Jr., Judge Marsili, and Judge Scherer will not be hearing civil or orphans’ court motions on the following Friday: February 24, 2017President Judge McCormick, Jr., will not...
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Nominating Committee accepting applications for 2017-2018 Board, Committees
The Westmoreland Bar Association's Nominating Committee is accepting applications from members who would like to serve in leadership positions with the WBA. These positions on the Board of Directors,...
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2017 Mock Trial Competition is underway!
Beginning on Wednesday, January 25th, at 5:00 pm, high school teams will meet at the Westmoreland County Courthouse to begin the 2017 Mock Trial Competition. This event is free and open to the public....
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Fax issues—please e-mail us instead!
Our fax machine is temporarily down, so if you were planning or trying to fax us, please e-mail us at westbar.org@westbar.org. Thanks!
View ArticleSenators Casey and Toomey Continue Bipartisan Partnership to Fill Federal...
WASHINGTON, DC–U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-Pa.) and Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) announced today that they are accepting and reviewing applications for a presidential appointment to the positions of U.S. Attorney...
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Calling All Advocates for Equal Justice Under the Law
As we approach the 150th anniversary of the 14th Amendment, what a great opportunity for attorneys to visit classrooms to educate students about the rights of Americans and the protection provided to...
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