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June Highlight: Family-Owned Businesses & the Law! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

This month, we’re celebrating the heart of our community: family-owned businesses! From the local bakery to multi-generational manufacturers, family businesses drive innovation, resilience, and growth.

Throughout June, we’ll be sharing:

✨ Key trends & opportunities for family businesses.
⚖️ Practical legal guidance tailored to your needs.
❓ Stats & forward-looking insights to keep you ahead.

🔗 Learn more about our Family-Owned Businesses practice group at https://bit.ly/4jtYqSD

🎉We are pleased to announce that 11 of our attorneys were recognized by Super Lawyers® this year! ⚖

Partners Patrick Delaney, John Draskovic, Nicholas Pagliari, Lisa Smith Presta, and Roger Taft have been selected as 2025 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers®. This is an exclusive list, recognizing the top 5% of attorneys in Pennsylvania! https://bit.ly/4jn8i0A

Partner Brian Cressman, and associates Lydia Caparosa, Emilie Swan Reinhardt, Lauren Holler Sala, Ashley Solo, and Nathan Venesky have been selected to the 2025 Pennsylvania Rising Stars® list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing the top 2.5% of attorneys in Pennsylvania, who are either 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less! https://bit.ly/3ZCSDmI

🎉 Check out this month's Manufacturer & Business Association Business Magazine for our manufacturing client testimonial featuring Sara Kallner President of Smith Provision Co., home of the famous, Smith's Hotdogs! 🌭 Thank you, Sara!

Link to the full May MBA Business Magazine: https://bit.ly/4kFyR2b

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness are the foundation of our freedom, and their legacy lives on in our hearts. 🇺🇸

This Memorial Day, we reflect with gratitude on their heroism and extend our heartfelt thanks to the families and loved ones who have also borne the weight of that sacrifice. Their service will never be forgotten.

Please join us as we welcome our four new law clerks for this summer! 🌞

William Kuettel is a Second Year at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.

Hayley Schultz is a First Year at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.

Sydney Sherman is a Second Year at the Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University and clerked with MIJB in 2024 as a First Year.

Kristen Slubowski is a Second Year at Penn State Dickinson Law.

to the Erie County Bar Association’s 2025 Law Day Celebration, where our very own Attorney Rachel Loper was honored with the Pro Bono Award!

This prestigious award recognizes ECBA members who dedicate their time and talent to providing legal services to underserved individuals; making a lasting impact through both legal advocacy and community service. Rachel’s strong commitment to pro bono work is a cornerstone of her practice and a testament to her belief in equal access to justice.

We’re proud to celebrate Rachel’s achievement and her continued dedication to making a difference. 👏⚖️

This past weekend our employees and their families participated in the annual Erie County Bar Association Attorneys & Kids Together 5K! Thank you to everyone who participated! 👟⚖

About AKT: This program began in 2000 and is the Erie County Law Foundation's signature community project. Its purpose is to support the educational needs of students living in homeless situations.

Pennsylvania’s manufacturing sector is thriving — in 2024 it was ranked 6th in the nation, contributed over $116 billion to the state’s economy, and supported more than 566,800 jobs. From robotics to raw materials, our manufacturers are driving innovation and economic strength across the Commonwealth.

But with growth comes complexity — and legal guidance is more essential than ever.

▫️ Are your supplier contracts future-proof?
▫️ Do your product warranties and liability clauses hold up in court?
▫️ Is your business ready for evolving environmental, labor, and trade regulations?

At MacDonald Illig, we’ve supported Pennsylvania manufacturers for over 125 years. Our legal team understands both the business and the law — and we’re here to help you thrive in every market condition.

Contact us to learn how we can support your manufacturing operations! https://www.macdonaldillig.com/contact-us

Legal FAQ of the Day!

What Should Be Included in Your Terms and Conditions?

When selling products or services, the terms and conditions should clearly outline everything that isn’t already mentioned in the quote or offer. These details help protect both the seller and the buyer. From the seller’s point of view, read below for key things to include!

Check out more manufacturing FAQs at https://bit.ly/3Z33p5m

We love spreading smiles! Thank you Tim Hortons for hosting this wonderful fundraiser to benefit the expERIEnce Children's Museum! 😀🍪

A big shoutout to MacDonald Illig Jones & Britton LLP for sharing 125 Smile Cookies and making 125 days a little brighter 🌟 Thanks for turning cookies into kindness - and for supporting creativity, exploration, and play at the museum!

There’s still time to share some smiles of your own 🍪 Visit your neighborhood Tim Hortons and grab your Smile Cookies this week!