On behalf of the Dauphin County Bar Association I would like to wish you all a Happy New Year! It is with mixed emotions that I compose my last monthly President’s message. There is a sense of relief knowing that there will no monthly deadline that I must meet as the end of January approaches. No more reminder emails from Bridgette interrupting my procrastination. There is also a slight sense of sadness knowing that my year as President is coming to an end. This opportunity has provided me with greater insight in what the Association accomplishes. Based on advice of past-president’s, I made an effort to attend as many section and committee meetings as possible. I learned the various and sometimes subtle ways our members benefit the Central PA community. I realized how passionate our members are for the causes in which they believe. I will make one final request before I sign off and that is to ask all of you to re-solve to increase your involvement with our association. Take on an extra pro bono client, attend a few more events (Bench Bar in Bedford Springs!) or en-courage a new attorney to participate. You are our strength, help us succeed. I wish you all the best in 2017 and I look forward to passing the gavel to our new President, Matthew Haar. I hope to see you January 25 at the Annual Meeting.

President’s Message

January 2017

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Edward F. Spreha, Jr.

President

Matthew M. Haar

President Elect

Peter M. Good

Vice President

Brooks R. Foland

Secretary

Thomas P. Gacki

Treasurer

Pamela C. Polacek

Past-President

Amanda A. Batz

Young Lawyers Chair

Joseph P. Cardinale

Young Lawyers Chair Elect

DIRECTORS

William L. Adler

Queena S. Baumbach

Charles O. Beckley, II

Robert E. Chernicoff

Devin J. Chwastyk

Salvatore A. Darigo, Jr.

Susan E. Good

Jonathan W. Kunkel

Paula J. McDermott

Jeffrey T. McGuire

Richard L. Placey

Gerald S. Robinson

Margaret M. Simok

Leonard Tintner

Ronald T. Tomasko

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ANOTHER SAMPLE OF YOUR PRO BONO SUCCESS – NEW PRO BONO DRIVER’S LICENSE

RESTORATION INTAKE CLINIC Much like a criminal record, the lack of a valid driver’s license can be a signifi-cant roadblock to employment. Yet, some job applicants may qualify for a lim-ited license or have other viable options to help them get back on the road to a brighter future. Dauphin County Bar Associa-tion’s successful Pro Bono Expungement Clinics served as a model for a new Pro Bo-no Driver’s License Restora-tion Intake Clinic led by DCBA Board President Edward F. Spreha, Jr. on December 1, 2016. The Driver’s License Restora-tion Intake Clinic was a histo-ry-making event, as no one in Pennsylvania (that we know of!) has offered a clinic like

this before. Thus, in many ways, we were on our own in designing the Clinic. In October, Ed taught a one-hour CLE on the topic that was free for attorneys willing to assist with the Intake Clinic or represent clients afterwards. Attorneys unable to attend were able to view a video of the training. We also had greater than expected interest in the Clinics with over 50 potential clients registered for the Clinic. Thus, instead of turning some people away, we recruited more pro bono attorneys and DCBA members eagerly responded to the call. On December 1, the Intake Clinic began with Ed reviewing the law and proce-dures with 14

pro bono attorneys. Then, after a brief overview of the law with the 47 attendees, pro bono attorneys met individually with appli-cants to review possible options. Ed supervised the pro bono at-torneys. MidPenn Legal Services is reviewing the intake information and will assign pro bono attorneys to participants who have possible legal options. We are also gathering survey feedback which will help us improve as we plan for the next Pro Bono Driver’s License Restoration Intake Clinic in 2017. For more information, please contact Sandy Ballard (sandy@dcba-pa.org) or 232-7436 (ext. 7).

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PA SUPREME COURT INSTITUTES NEW CONTINUING EDUCATION

REQUIREMENTS FOR JUDGES AND JUSTICES

HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has adopted continuing judicial education requirements for judges serving the Supreme, Commonwealth and Superior courts, as well as the Courts of Common Pleas, the Philadelphia Municipal Court and certified senior judges of each. “Continuing judicial education in Pennsylvania has been on-going and is rich in its history and tradition,” said Chief Justice of Pennsylvania Thomas G. Saylor. “However, we had no formalized process to track attendance by judges covered under this order, or to ensure that we are meeting their diverse educational needs. “A well-educated judiciary is essential to the fair and impartial administration of justice. With this order, we

institutionalize our shared commitment to the highest professional standard by requiring judges to stay abreast of changes in law, procedure, behavioral science, technological advancement and legal circumstances unique to this Commonwealth.” Beginning Jan. 1, 2017, jurists will be required to earn each year a minimum of three hours of continuing education in judicial ethics and nine hours in judicial practice and related areas. The order also establishes a Board of Judges comprised of judges from courts impacted by the new policy, among others, and will reflect the diversity of Pennsylvania’s judiciary, including court size and divisional assignment. The Board, whose members will not be compensated, will make accreditation decisions, grant waivers and deferrals and hear non-compliance appeals. Judges found to be non-compliant will be notified and afforded the opportunity to earn the required hours. After this grace period, judges who remain non-compliant will be referred to the Judicial Conduct Board for its consideration. The new requirements have been under consideration for the past year and were crafted after a review of other states’ judicial education practices with input from legal scholars, judges and education specialists. The processes and protocols associated with administering the new CJE requirements are included in a Supreme Court order. Existing continuing education requirements for magisterial district judges are included in Title 42 of Pennsylvania Statutes and the Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s Rules of Judicial Administration. (Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts)

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MEMORIAL SERVICE PHOTOS

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MEMORIAL SERVICE PHOTOS

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2017 ARBITRATION PANEL CALENDAR IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS

DAUPHIN COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA AO-17-2016

2016 CV 1847 AO

ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER

AND NOW THIS 8th day of November, 2016, the Court ENTERS the following Arbitration Board Assignments for 2017:

The compensation is fixed at $1300.00 for members and $1650 for chairs per week served. The compensation shall be

paid following each week served.

Hearings shall be conducted at 7th Floor, Juvenile Justice Center, 25 South Front Street, Harrisburg, PA.

BY THE COURT:

/s/ Richard A. Lewis

Richard A. Lewis, President Judge

BOARD #1 Kevin McNamara (Chair) Lisa Benzie Ashley Gabrielle

WEEK OF January 17, 2017

BOARD #2 Mark T, Silliker (Chair) James Abraham Jane E, Meyer

WEEK OF February 21, 2017

BOARD #3 Paula McDermott (Chair) Benjamin Andreozzi Erin Burlew

WEEK OF March 20, 2017

BOARD #4 Scott Cooper (Chair) Adam Shienvold Heather Verchick

WEEK OF April 10, 2017

BOARD #5 Christopher Marzzacco (Chair) Daniel Stern Lyle Hartranft

WEEK OF May 8,2017

BOARD #6 Mary Ann Claraval (Chair) Simone Delerme Pamela Parascandola

WEEK OF June 12, 2017

BOARD #7 Kevin McNamara (Chair) Lisa Benzie Ashley Gabrielle

WEEK OF July 10, 2017

BOARD #8 Mark T. Silliker (Chair) James Abraham Jane E. Meyer

WEEK OF August 7,2017

BOARD #9 Paula McDermott (Chair) Benjamin Andreozzi Erin Burlew

WEEK OF September 5, 2017

BOARD #10 Scott Cooper (Chair) Adam Shienvold Heather Verchick

WEEK OF October 9, 2017

BOARD #11 Christopher Marzzacco (Chair) Daniel Stern Konstantinos Patsiopoulos

WEEK OF November 6, 2017

BOARD #12 Mary Ann Claraval, (Chair) Simone Delerme Colleen Kadel

WEEK OF December 11, 2017

HOLIDAY SEASON DONATIONS

Thank you again this holiday season to Sarah C. Yerger of Post & Schell, P.C. for

spearheading a toy drive to benefit children in our community. Pictured below are

gifts donated by many in our legal community.

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WE CARE ABOUT CHILDREN CAMPAIGN The Dauphin County Bar Foundation is so pleased to thank M&T Bank for their generous donation to the We Care About Children Campaign. This gift helps to fund the custody attorney position at MidPenn Legal Services and helps low income families in custody cases. Pictured are Bill Rothman of RSR Realtors and a Foundation Board member, Gail D’Angelo, Regional CRA Director of M&T Bank and Liz Simcox.

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DCBA YOUNG LAWYERS & GOVERNMENT LAW SECTION HOLIDAY PARTY PHOTOS

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DCBA YOUNG LAWYERS & GOVERNMENT LAW SECTION HOLIDAY PARTY PHOTOS

Great big thank you those who donated toys for Vinny’s Kids at the Holiday Party. These toys will be much appreciated by children in

local hospitals.

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2017 MEMBERSHIP DUES ARE NOW DUE! All 2017 dues invoices have been mailed out and are due by March 31, 2017. You may now also pay online at http://www.dcba-pa.org/login/?returnurl=/renew/default.aspx and pay by credit card. When you pay your 2017 dues, you are entitled to the following DCBA benefits:

Free CLE (12 hours per year and worth the price of membership by attending any of our 3 6-hour

CLEs in April, August and December) Top quality Lunch and Learn Programs throughout the year

Lawyer Referral Service (to help grow your practice) Committee and Leadership Opportunities

Social Activities Summer Volleyball

Access to Public Relations with LaTorre Communications Casemaker (legal research provided through the PBA)

USI Affinity (malpractice insurance discounts provided through the PBA) Room Rentals for events and depositions

Mediation Services

GREAT PHOTO OF JUDGE TURGEON’S STAFF CELBRATING THE 94TH BIRTHDAY OF TOM HARGIS. Left to Right: Jane Crawford, Court Reporter; Holly Williard, Judicial Assistant; Judge Turgeon; Tom Hargis, Court Clerk; Jane Meyer, Esq., Judicial Law Clerk; & Paul Kompare, Court Crier

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METTE, EVANS & WOODSIDE RSVP BOOK DRIVE

Thank you to all those who made book donations for the Mette, Evans & Woodside &

RSVP Book Drive. The book drive collected 1,500 new or gently used children’s books

for distribution to day care centers, schools and children in our region. So again, thank you

for your generous donations.

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THE ANXIOUS LAWYER? Do lawyers really have anxiety issues? Ha! Who can fix such a thing? Well, in case you might need this, our very own book critic Harvey Freedenberg of McNess Wallace & Nurick has written an excellent review on a book entitled “The Anxious Lawyer: An 8-Week Guide to a Joyful and Satisfying Law Practice Through Mindfulness and Meditation" by Jeena Cho and Karen Gifford. You may find his review located at http://www.harrisburgmagazine.com/December-2016/Bookmarks/. Just the remedy for the holiday season!

MEMBER UPDATES Kayla Bolan is now with the Dauphin County District Attorney’s office. (no photo available).

Bruce A. Feldman has retired from the practice of law. Congratulations Bruce!

Megan Fritsch (Henry) is now with Office of Attorney General. (no photo available)

Evan C. Pappas is now with Tucker Arensberg located at 2 Lemoyne Drive, Suite 200, Lemoyne, PA 17043; Phone: 717-221-7979; Fax: 717-232-6802 and email: epappas@tuckerlaw.com. Gregory R. Reed has relocated his office to 4303 Derry Street, Harrisburg, PA 17111.

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PRO BONO RECOGNITION

The following participants provided pro bono service during the month of December by accepting new clients, making a financial contribution to MidPenn Legal Services, partici-pating in one of our pro bono programs, or conducting one of our family law clinics:

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PRO BONO

PERFORMANCE In 2016, our Pro Bono Program has:

Assisted 679 clients (based on new cases) Donated 2,791 hours of legal services

Valued at $418,635 Conducted 26 Pro Se Clinics

Additionally, our Lawyer Referral Program has fielded 1,020 calls including 75 clients who qualified for Modest Means Panel. Thanks to all those who helped maintain this tradition of com-munity service.

Attorneys

Nicole R. Antos John J. Cantwell Thomas S. Cook

Robert H. Davis Jr. Lois Brommer Duquette

Paul James Esposito Michael F. Faherty

Michael A. Finio Joy Waters Fleming Clarissa L. Freeman

Maureen A. Gallagher John M. Glace Karen E. Haley

Steven R. Krone Doreen A. McCall

Brian E. McDonough Gina L. Miller Troy B. Mouer

Andrew W. Norfleet Marc Roda

Mark T. Silliker Gail Guida Souders

Lauren Starlings Joseph D. Stine

Richard B. Swartz Nailah I. Tatum

Erol Gokhan Tolay

Paralegals

Rose Merrick Amanda Soule

Students

Rena Hilty

Andrea Fitzsimmons Ijeoma Okereke Maureen Rostad

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SAVE THE DATE - 2017 BENCH BAR LOCATION & DATE SET

The Dauphin County Bar Association Court Relations Committee recently met and set the date and location for the 2017 Bench Bar. It will be held on

Friday, July 28, 2017 through Sunday, July 30, 2017 at Omni Bedford Springs Resort

STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFORMATION!

FAMILIES WELCOME!

2017 DCBA BENCH BAR

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JANUARY 2017

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 New Years Day

2 DCBA Closed

3 4 5 6:00pm

Family Law Sec-tion Holiday

Mixer

6 7

8 9 10

Lunch & Learn 11:30am Lunch

12 Noon program

“PA Medical Marijuana –

Beyond the Smoke Screen”

http://www.dcba-

pa.org/register/?EventNo=536

11

12noon DCBA Small &

Solo Committee Meeting

12

5:30pm Young Lawyers Annual Meeting

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er17.pdf

13 14

15 16 DCBA Closed Martin Luther

King Day

17 18

12Noon Family Law

Subcommittee

19

4:30 Board of Directors Meeting

20

21

22 23 24

Lunch & Learn 11:30am Lunch

12 Noon program

TBD

25

9:00AM Custody Clinic

Annual Meeting At

Hilton Harrisburg

http://www.dcba-pa.org/register/?

EventNo=537

26 27 28

29 30 31 8:00am Public

Service Committee Meeting (McNees)

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FEBRUARY 2017

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 Groundhog Day

3 4

5 6 7 12Noon

Volunteer Lawyers in the Arts Committee

Meeting

8 9 10 11 President’s

Gala West Shore

Country Club

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rupdated.pdf

12 13

14 Valentine’s Day

Lunch & Learn 11:30am Lunch

12 Noon program “The Nuts and Bolts of contracting with

the Commonwealth”

http://www.dcba-pa.org/register/?event

no=457

15 16

4:30 Board of Directors Meeting

17 18

19 20 DCBA Closed President’s

Day

21 EPOC CAMP

Interviews

22 23 Saul Ewing

Expungement Clnic

CareerLink

24 25

26 27 28 Lunch & Learn 11:30am Lunch

12 Noon program “Legal Challenges at

the PUC in 2016”

http://www.dcba-pa.org/register/?event

no=482

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Harrisburg, PA 17101

Phone: 717-232-7536

Fax: 717-234-4582

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