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Thomas L. Lightner has more than 25 years of experience in the practice of law. Lightner Law Office is a general law practice that focuses on Chapter 7 bankruptcy, Chapter 13 bankruptcy, divorce, family law, and estate planning. Thomas L. Lightner prides himself on operating a down to earth law firm where clients are able to confide in him with great assurance of superior representation and compassion during their time of need.. Attorney Lightner graduated with his JD from Temple Law School in 1992 and is presently admitted to the Bar in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey. He is a Vietnam Veteran and an active motorcyclist. When he is not helping clients, Thomas L. Lightner enjoys riding his Harley with his dog, Lady Justice, in the attached sidecar.

Susan Ellis Wild has practiced law in the Lehigh Valley since 1988, and prior to that was a lawyer for 6 years in Washington, D.C.  A litigator, Susan has handled hundreds of cases to verdict, settlement or dismissal.  Along the way, she has acquired an interest in and knowledge of legal technologies, which she has incorporated into her courtroom practice, to assist juries in understanding the subject matter of her cases.. Susan’s practice is multi-focused and includes the defense of health care practitioners and hospitals, representation of municipalities and public officials in all forms of litigation matters, and a wide variety of insurance defense matters ranging from commercial lines to personal injury defense, civil rights claims, and employment matters. Susan is also the City Solicitor for Allentown, having been appointed by the Mayor and approved by a unanimous City Council in January 2015.. Susan also is frequently called upon by courts and private litigants to serve as an independent arbitrator or mediator of cases.  She is a Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.. Susan was selected to be included in the list of Pennsylvania Super Lawyers for six years in a row (2010-2015), a designation held by attorneys who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.  In 2013, Susan was also was listed as one of the Top 50 Female Attorneys by Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Magazine.

Sometimes life does not turn out how we expect.  There are moments in life, infrequent but painful, where we are harmed or another accuses us of harming them.  In those moments, we may find ourselves pulled into a courtroom and in need of guidance.. Educated at the best universities in the world, trained by the finest judges in the Commonwealth, and thoroughly experienced, Attorney Bench can help.

Richard Brent Somach, a member with the firm and based in the Pennsylvania office, focuses his practice on real estate, commercial law, and creditors’ remedies, representing real estate development companies, shopping centers, and local banks.. In the banking area, Rich assists clients with their transactional, litigation, and operational needs, and has extensive experience handling collections, foreclosures and complex commercial workouts.. Rich has represented real estate owners, developers and investors in a broad range of real estate transactions, including zoning matters, residential subdivisions and shopping center development.. As a licensed title insurance agent, Rich manages the title insurance and settlement company, ABE Settlement Services, to creatively serve client needs.  He currently serves as legal counsel to the Lehigh Valley Association of REALTORS®.. Rich serves as Solicitor for Lower Macungie Township and as Assistant Lehigh County Solicitor, advising the Sheriff’s Office, the Tax Assessment Office and the Tax Claim Bureau and frequently writes and lectures on real estate matters, sheriff’s sales and real estate tax sales.  He moderated “Sheriff's Sales in Pennsylvania” and authored “Sheriff's Sales and Real Estate Tax Sales” for A Day on Real Estate, sponsored by the Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI).  Previously, he has presented lectures on mortgage foreclosures, "Issues in Commercial Mortgage Foreclosure" and "Issues in Residential Mortgage Foreclosure" for PBI and has lectured at the annual Real Estate Institute Program.. Active in many community organizations, Rich was a past president of the Salisbury Township School Board.  He is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Lehigh County Bar Association, where he served as President in 1992. Rich collects antique automobiles and represents several valuable collections, as well as many local automobile and motorcycle dealerships.

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On July 17, 2023, I joined Brennan Law Offices. Prior to joining Brennan Law Offices, I was an associate with High Swartz, having joined the firm in 2016 as a result of a merger with McNamara, Bolla & Panzer, a firm I joined in 2007. I focus my practice in the areas of workers’ compensation and Social Security Disability. I represent injured workers' and employers in workers’ compensation matters at the trial and appellate level in Philadelphia, Lehigh Valley and the surrounding area.. With 15 years of experience as a registered nurse, I bring a unique perspective that is especially beneficial in handling medically complex workers’ compensation cases. My love of caring for people began in high school when I worked as a nursing assistant in both geriatric and pediatric skilled nursing facilities.  After becoming a registered nurse, I worked over 15 year in medical and surgical intensive care units.. My family operates several businesses through which I help run various fundraising events for Shriners' Hospital for Children. In my free time I enjoy watching my three sons compete in high school and collegiate level wrestling and football.

My family and I have resided in the Lehigh Valley since 1993. Our law office is designed to serve clients who are our neighbors and we are deeply committed to helping those clients resolve their financial issues with the utmost of confidentiality. Every client will be represented by me with the assistance of my paralegal. Knowing that our clients are often as busy as we are, we offer flexible scheduling, a high level of access, virtual meetings and other accommodations wherever possible.

My clients often want to know how they should handle burdensome debt obligations and get a fresh start towards a better financial future. Since 1997 I have helped thousands of people overcome mountains of debt in one way or another. As the owner of the Laputka Law Office, I regularly counsel clients regarding mortgage foreclosure, asset protection planning, and collection issues as well.. I began my career in the credit/debt industry one summer during high school where I worked in a call center placing cold calls to pre-qualified consumers in an attempt to have them apply for the Providian Bank Mastercard. This job taught me with a wealth of interpersonal and sales experience.. The next summer I began working in the repossession department of a local bank in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. This was my first experience learning about defaulted credit issues and hearing the personal stories of hard working men and women who were unable to make ends meet despite working long hours and multiple jobs.. At the end of that summer I returned to college in Pittsburgh and began working in the collections department of large national bank where I experienced hard working families, all over the country, struggling to make their mortgage and auto loan payments. Resolving loan defaults with hundreds of consumers over the next few years taught me compassion for people from all walks of life. Most importantly I learned that serious financial problems can happen to anyone.. After graduating from the University of Pittsburgh in 2000 I decided I would attend law school at the Duquesne University of Law School the following fall. To prepare for the rigors of law school I quit my job at the bank to focus on my studies. Six months later I felt I had adjusted well to law school, and I was broke, so I begin looking for a job again. I soon gained employment at a high-volume bankruptcy law firm in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where I learned valuable lessons about personal and business finance. I began to enjoy Bankruptcy Law and working for the debtors rather than the creditors.. In the fall of 2004, in a twist of fate, I took a job with a large Allentown, Pennsylvania law firm practicing collections and bankruptcy law for creditors again. During this stage of my career I handled hundreds of foreclosure and repossession cases for local banks and learned all of the inside secrets of the process. Although I enjoyed my coworkers, the type of creditor representation work I experienced at this firm was not personally fulfilling for me and I was determined to start my own firm and represent consumers again.. In 2008, I decided to open the Laputka Law Office to provide experienced legal representation serving clients all over Pennsylvania. Since then I have never looked back, always expanding and growing my practice to serve more people each year! In 2016 and 2017 I authored a few books about bankruptcy and credit repair and I am happy to share them with anyone who is interested. I regularly present topics at national conventions about consumer bankruptcy, other related areas of law and law firm management. I truly enjoy my work every day and I love serving my clients needs no matter how large or small.. One thing I can assure you is the team of compassionate and dedicated professionals at the Laputka Law Office is like no other and we look forward to serving our clients’ needs every day.. Bankruptcy, Real Estate, Debtor and Creditor Rights, Collections, Asset Protection Planning, Civil Litigation. Education: University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 2000); Duquesne University School of Law (J.D., 2003). Admitted to the Bar of Pennsylvania Supreme Court, 2003; United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania, 2003; United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, 2004; Unites States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, 2004. Born 1978, Kingston, Pennsylvania.

MATTHEW TRAPANI devotes his legal career to representing the seriously injured and their families across Pennsylvania. Attorney Trapani represents victims of catastrphic personal injury accidents and wrongful death litigation throughout Eastern Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia, Allentown and the greater Lehigh Valley.. Attorney Trapani handles a variety of serious personal injury cases including automobile and truck accidents, premises liability, liquor liability violations, child abuse and wrongful deaths. Licensed to practice in all of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties, Trapani has litigated against some of the largest insurance companies in the U.S., and effectively negotiated substantial settlements for his clients. Recently, attorney Trapani was inducted into the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. The forum is a group of attorneys, made up of less than 1% of all lawyers in the United States, who have recorded verdicts, awards and settlements of $2 Million or more.. A proud Catholic himself, Trapani also participated in the representation of young victims in the Catholic Church sex abuse scandal. Consequently, ESPN Radio interviewed Trapani regarding the Jerry Sandusky scandal at Penn State. Recently, Trapani was asked to co-author a book titled “A Cup of Coffee with 10 Leading Attorneys in the US.” The book went on to become a #1 bestseller on Amazon. Please call our office and ask for a free copy, in order to learn more about attorney Trapani.. Born in Easton PA, Trapani graduated from Easton Area High School as a varsity football letterman. He continued his schooling at Penn State, located in State College PA, where he earned both his undergraduate and law degrees. Throughout his time in law school, Trapani served as a member of the Corpus Juris Society. After graduating from the Penn State Dickinson School of Law, Trapani could not wait to begin his career representing those wrongfully injured, in order to support his local commonwealth community.

Matthew J. Rapa, Esquire is an attorney licensed to practice in the State of Pennsylvania, as well as in Federal Court for the Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania. Matthew is a native of the Lehigh Valley and is a founding partner of Rapa Law Office, P.C. He attended East Stroudsburg University, where he graduated summa cum laude and was a captain of the East Stroudsburg University football team. Following college, Matthew continued his education at Widener University School of Law. While at Widener, Matthew participated in the Trial Advocacy Program and discovered his passion for criminal law. Before graduating, he volunteered for the Widener Law Clinic to assist indigent citizens and interned at the Monroe County Public Defender's Office.. Upon graduation, Matthew partnered with his brother at Rapa Law Office, P.C. and began dedicating himself to criminal defense. In addition to representing individuals privately in criminal cases, Matthew served as a part-time public defender in Carbon County for three years in order to assist indigent individuals while gaining invaluable experience in cases ranging from traffic offenses to homicide charges. Through his training and experience, Matthew has learned that no two cases are exactly alike and each case deserves an individualized strategy based on the facts of the case and each client's needs. With a keen attention to detail, and relentless work ethic, Matthew has achieved countless victories in the courtroom including numerous trial acquittals and complete dismissals based upon violations of clients' constitutional rights.. As a result of his accomplishments in the courtroom, Matthew has received various awards recognizing his skill as a criminal defense attorney. From 2013 through 2018, Matthew was named a "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers Magazine. Only 2.5% of the attorneys in Pennsylvania are selected to Rising Stars. The American Society for Legal Advocates has also recognized Attorney Rapa as one of the Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Lawyers in Pennsylvania. In 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and most recently in 2025, Matthew has been named a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in the area of criminal defense by Super Lawyers Magazine.

Lehigh Valley Traffic and Consumer Law Attorney.. A Lehigh Valley native Stevie Draklan grew up in the Upper Saucon area.  Following high school she attended DeSales University where she completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice.. After college Stevie served as a Community Health Volunteer with the United States Peace Corps in Malawi, Africa.  She worked in a rural area helping the local villages with water sanitation, malaria prevention, and HIV/AIDS prevention.. Stevie graduated Temple University School of Law in 2013 and was admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar the same year.. As an Attorney, Ms. Draklan is dedicated to helping families and individuals through difficult time periods.

Jerry Knafo has represented injured victims since 1982.  He has devoted his entire legal career to assist and fight for accident and injury victims and their families.  At Knafo Law Offices, we take great pride in being a source of legal advice, counseling, and service to thousands of clients in Pennsylvania. Because many of our cases are referred by other attorneys, our tradition of providing personal service and accommodating special needs extends not only to our clients, but to our referral counsel as well.. Our promise to our clients, colleagues and community is quite simple...We are here when you need us.

James A. Bartholomew is a shareholder and attorney in the Firm’s Estate Planning and Administration of Estates and Trusts group.  Mr. Bartholomew’s practice includes estate planning and administration, wills, elder law, corporate and business law, real estate and municipal law. He has been a frequent lecturer to regional groups on the subjects of Wills and Estate Planning, Planned Charitable Giving, and Retirement Planning. Mr.  Bartholomew serves as the Solicitor of the Southern Lehigh School District and Co-Solicitor of the Lehigh Tax Collection committee.

I was raised in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and later attended Kutztown University where I received my degree in political science.. After college, I enrolled at Widener University's School of Law in Harrisburg. After my first year, I was named a Widener Merit Scholar and earned a position on the Widener Law Journal, eventually serving on the administrative board. During law school I worked in the legal department of a large utility company and also served as a clerk on Pennsylvania's Commonwealth Court.. My first venture in representing clients was at the Widener Civil Law Clinic where, as a student, I was given the privilege of representing clients in a variety of matters.  In 2010, I graduated from Widener Law with honors.. Following law school, I worked as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Douglas W. Herman, President Judge of the 39th Judicial District (Franklin and Fulton Counties). There, I learned every aspect of the criminal and civil practice areas. More importantly, I was given the rare opportunity to see how the courts operate in these areas of law.. Following my clerkship, I decided to step away from my role with the court in order to be able to advocate on behalf of clients. Since that time, my practice areas have included criminal defense and civil litigation (personal injury, breach of contract, landlord/tenant disputes, etc.).. When I am retained by a client, I understand that I am being hired to handle and resolve one of the biggest problems in your life, at that time. I take this responsibility seriously and will always work my hardest for you.

I have lived in Allentown for virtually my entire life, having grown up here and gone through the Allentown public schools.  I graduated from Cornell University with a BA in English, and from the University of Michigan Law School, with a JD, cum laude.  At Michigan, I was an Assistant Editor of the Law Review.  After graduation, I spent several years with a major Philadelphia law firm and then came back to Allentown, where I have been since 1970.. I am admitted to practice before the courts of Pennsylvania, the United States Courts for the Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals, the United States Court of Claims, and the United States Supreme Court.. I am certified as a "Civil Trial Advocate" by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.. In 2012, I was the recipient of the Lifetime Service Award from the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley.  In 2014 I was elected President of the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley.

I have been handling cases in criminal, divorce, support, custody, bankruptcy and social security cases for over 30 years.  I have represented criminal clients in traffic cases all the way to homcide cases.  I also handle PCRA cases and Superior and Supreme Court appeals.   I speak, read and write Spanish.

I focus my practice exclusively in Family Law throughout the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas in Pennsylvania.  I offer a compassionate, child-centered, and client-focused approach to the practice of Family Law.. I've been in a committed relationship for 12 years and have three amazing children. I have dedicated myself to Family Law because of how important my family is to me.. Originally from New Jersey, I earned my Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the Louis D. Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville in Kentucky, where I was an Editor on the University's flagship Law Review, and where I competed in national Moot Court competitions.. I began my legal career in Richmond, Virginia with BrownGreer PLC.  Eventually, my family ties brought me to the Lehigh Valley, where I have been practicing Family Law since 2014.. I live in Allentown with my wife and children.  In addition to my law practice and family activities, I am a Member of the Union Council of historic Huff's Church in Alburtis, and the Cubmaster of Pack 5 in Allentown.  I spend my spare time as an amateur cook, craft beer connoisseur, musician, and avid baseball fan.

I became interested in the law while working as a social worker in Baltimore City's foster care system. I worked diligently cutting through red tape, making tough decisions, and helping others.  While in law school, I studied, worked part-time, and volunteered with the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program and SADFL (Student Animal League Defense Fund).  I also became a certified legal intern my last semester which provided me a better opportunity to work hands-on with clients and their legal needs.. After becoming a licensed attorney in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, I began representing claimants before the Social Security Administration.  I traveled a lot as I attended over one hundred hearings per year since 2012. Now, I settled down in Wilkes Barre, where I primarily fight for the sick and injured, focusing my practice on Social Security and Workers' Compensation.. Even with a busy career, I still find the time to enjoy adventures with the love of my lift, play with my rescue dog, and have fun with friends and family.  As giving back to the community is important to me, I still volunteer my time as I chair the board of directors for NPLS (North Penn Legal Services) and am a designated coordinator for Wills For Heroes in Pike County.  This is a great program where we execute free wills, living wills, and POAs for first responders and veterans.

I am the third generation of Noonans to practice at our family firm.  My grandfather began the practice, which now includes my father, mother, aunt, and myself.

I am an attorney focusing my practice on business services, employment law, real estate transactions, and municipal law. Please feel free to contact me for services in these fields

I am a partner at Gross McGinley, LLP and a member of the Litigation, Medical Malpractice, and Insurance Defense teams. I handle all phases of civil litigation from case inception to trial. I have successfully tried cases before juries and arbitrators as both lead and co-counsel.

George M. Lutz is a shareholder with Hartman, Valeriano, Magovern & Lutz, P.C., a general practice law firm with offices in Wyomissing and Allentown, PA.. Mr. Lutz earned his Bachelor of Science and Master of Engineering (Civil) Degrees from Cornell University in 1978 and 1979, respectively, and earned his JD from the University of Maryland School of Law in 1986.. Mr. Lutz’s represents debtors and creditors in bankruptcy proceedings and debt collection proceedings, including student loan matters.

Former U.S. Navy Flight Officer, Penn State graduate, SAE Fraternity, member Asbury United Methodist Church, 37 years experience, married 44 years. Admitted Lehigh County Court, U.S. Supreme Court, Navy Veteran.

Former assistant prosecutor who chose the path to vigorously defend clients. My experiences prosecuting defendants is an asset that cannot be matched when defending clients.

Following graduation from Penn State University with a degree in Administration of Justice, Mark attended paralegal school and began his legal career as a paralegal with Peter J. Karoly & Associates, a personal injury and medical malpractice litigation firm in Allentown. Mark enjoyed the practice of law and litigation so much that he decided to go to law school, and attended Quinnipiac University School of Law. Showing his tenacity for the practice of law, Mark completed law school in two and one-half years, while still participating in school activities including the Moot Court Honor Society, Mock Trial Society, Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honors Fraternity, Student Bar Association Delegate and the Rugby Team. He also continued to work as a law clerk at Peter J. Karoly & Associates during his law school tenure. After graduating law school in 1995, Mark returned to Allentown and distinguished himself as a tough negotiator and litigator, concentrating his efforts in the personal injury and auto collision areas. Through his work at Peter J. Karoly & Associates and Eidelman Crossley, LLC, Mark has personally been responsible for over $10 million dollars in settlements and verdicts in the past fifteen years, including individual cases in excess of $1 million dollars.. He has also been appointed to serve as an Arbitrator in the Court of Common Pleas of Lehigh County, where he hears evidence and decides cases. In 2011, Mark Crossley joined Scherline & Associates and continues to represent victims involved in motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, dog bites and worker's compensation. While Mark earns his reputation in the courtroom, he also believes in community service. Mark serves as a Lieutenant in the Fleetwood Volunteer Fire Department and also serves as the President of that organization and Treasurer for the Fireman's Relief Association. He has numerous state certifications in firefighting, rescue and emergency medical services. He also serves as President of the board of directors for Tarsus Corporation, a non-profit organization benefiting senior citizens and as President of the Fleetwood Area Youth Football and Cheerleading Association, helping with youth football and cheering and serving as an assistant coach. Mark is also active with the Boy Scouts. Mark is married and has four children. He is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and Federal District Courts in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. He is a member of the Lehigh County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations; and is also a longstanding member of the Pennsylvania Association for Justice.