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Two Meyer, Unkovic & Scott attorneys speaking at the ICSC+Law Symposium OH/KY/IN/MI/PA

This Friday, March 7 at the ICSC+Law Symposium OH/KY/IN/MI/PA in Columbus, Ohio, two Meyer, Unkovic & Scott attorneys will be presenting on the legal issues impacting the Marketplace Industry today, covering financial, leasing, and other real estate topics that affect developers, owners, lenders, tenants, leasing agents, and managers: Kevin F. McKeegan: Roundtable leader – “Questions […]

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Meyer, Unkovic & Scott Earns Recertification In Meritas, the Premier Global Network of Independent Law Firms

Meyer, Unkovic & Scott’s membership in Meritas means its clients can access quality legal expertise around the world Pittsburgh, PA – February 18, 2025 – Meyer, Unkovic & Scott announced that it has been awarded recertification in Meritas, the premier global alliance of independent business law firms. Meyer, Unkovic & Scott joined Meritas in 1999

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Five Ways Landlords Can Protect Their Investment in a Soft Office Leasing Market

It is no secret that the work from home trend, space optimization efforts and suburban office competition have caused, and are continuing to cause, rising vacancies in downtown and central business district office markets. To protect their investments, landlords of office buildings must rethink their leasing strategies to maintain occupancy rates and stabilize rental income.

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Maxwell Briskman Stanfield Named a Co-Chair of Associates Committee

Pittsburgh, PA – February 7, 2025 –Meyer, Unkovic & Scott is pleased to announce that that Maxwell Briskman Stanfield has been named a Co-Chair of the firm’s Associates Committee. Maxwell joins Antoinette C. Oliver and Patricia E. Farrell as Co-Chairs. The Associates Committee is responsible for overseeing the firm’s Associates group. In that capacity, the

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Marcy Hamilton and Jaden Rankin-Wahlers write on Real Estate Leasing

Marcy Hamilton and Jaden Rankin-Wahlers have written an in-depth Q&A for Thomson Reuters on the topic of Real Estate Leasing. This Q&A addresses state laws and customs that impact commercial leasing, including the execution and enforceability of leases, disclosures, transfer taxes, rents and security deposits, permitted assignments, financings, remedies, and automatic terminations in foreclosure actions.

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MUS Re-Elects Grant Scott, Chad Michaelson, and Antoinette Oliver to Firm Management Committee

Pittsburgh, PA – January 23, 2025 –Meyer, Unkovic & Scott announced that it has re‑elected W. Grant Scott II, Chad I. Michaelson, and Antoinette C. Oliver to serve on the firm’s Management Committee, along with Robert E. Dauer, Jr., and Christopher P. Smith, Jr. Smith will also continue to serve as the firm’s Managing Partner.

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Lisa M. Petruzzi Named Income Partner

Pittsburgh, PA – January 8, 2025 –Meyer, Unkovic & Scott is pleased to announce that that Lisa M. Petruzzi has joined the partnership as an income partner. Lisa M. Petruzzi is a member of the firm’s Family Law practice group, where she has 28 years of experience in handling a broad range of Domestic Relations

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Meyer, Unkovic & Scott Welcomes Alexandra Yuill

Pittsburgh, PA, December 18, 2024 – Meyer, Unkovic & Scott is pleased to announce that Alexandra L. Yuill has joined the firm as an Associate in the Creditors’ Rights & Bankruptcy and Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice groups. She is a member of the Judith K. Fitzgerald Bankruptcy Inns of Court, Turnaround Management Association (TMA),

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Anne Newcomer elected Pittsburgh Paralegal Association President

Congratulations to Anne Newcomer, who was recently elected President of the Pittsburgh Paralegal Association for 2025. The Pittsburgh Paralegal Association was formed in 1977 to promote the professional development and continuing education of paralegals. PPA has members from the greater Pittsburgh and surrounding areas and from all areas of law, including law firms, banks, corporations,

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Grant Scott, Marcy Hamilton, and Diana Bruce Bonino write on Real Estate Brokerage Laws and Customs

Grant Scott, Marcy Hamilton and Diana Bruce Bonino have written an extensive Q&A for Thomson Reuters on the topic of Real Estate Brokerage laws and customs. This Q&A addresses the state-specific guidance on several questions relating to brokerage laws and customs, including licensing requirements, legal restrictions on a broker’s role in a real estate transaction,

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Land Use and Zoning for Solar Projects

Brittany M. Bloam’s recent article, ‘Facilitating Solar Development in Urban and Suburban Areas,’ in “Developing Pittsburgh,” discussed how a combination of supportive legislation, funding, and clear local ordinances can position urban, suburban, and brownfield properties for solar development. While utility-scale solar projects have received most of the headlines, and many homeowners have considered placing panels

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Derek Markle named Vice President of the Financial Industries Network

Derek Markle was recently named the Vice President of the Financial Industries Network (FIN). Dating back to the early 1900’s as the Bankers Exchange Bureau. FIN is now one of Pittsburgh’s preeminent educational and professionals organization bringing together individuals in the banking, accounting, insurance, real estate and legal communities. FIN serves as a vehicle through

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Marcy Hamilton and Derek Markle write on Real Estate Finance

Marcy Hamilton and Derek Markle have written an extensive Q&A for Thomson Reuters on the topic of Real Estate Finance. This Q&A addresses state laws relating to security instruments, usury, limitations on personal liability, recording requirements and taxes, priority issues, mechanics’ liens, landlord liens, title insurance matters, and foreclosure procedures primarily impacting lending transactions in

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David G. Oberdick Named 2025 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in the Pittsburgh Area in Copyright Law

Pittsburgh, PA, August 19, 2024 – Meyer, Unkovic & Scott LLP attorney David G. Oberdick was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” for: This is the seventh time Dave has been recognized since 2013 as a “Lawyer of the Year.” He has received this accolade over the years in

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Kevin F. McKeegan Named 2025 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in the Pittsburgh Area in Real Estate Law

Pittsburgh, PA, August 19, 2024 – Meyer, Unkovic & Scott LLP attorney Kevin F. McKeegan was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” for: This is the eighth time Kevin has been recognized since 2012 as a “Lawyer of the Year” in the following areas: Real Estate Law, Land Use

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