William J. Fries
SENIOR COUNSEL
Redefining the Workforce: The 2024 DOL Rule’s Impact on Independent Contractors
On January 10, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) announced the publication of its highly anticipated Final Rule regarding the test that should be applied to determine whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”). The Final Rule goes into effect on March 11, 2024.
SOLD: Benefits of Using a Residential Real Estate Attorney
No matter if you’re buying or selling a home, you are likely leaning on a realtor and other service providers like mortgage brokers, home inspectors, appraisers, and title companies in your transactions. But what about a real estate attorney?
FLB Elevates Attorney Leaders
Fresh off celebrating its 35th anniversary, Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba is starting the new year by continuing its focus on the future. FLB announced the following leadership changes for 2024: ● Executive Committee member Colin J. Keefe will assume the role of Deputy Managing Shareholder alongside Managing Shareholder Erich Schock. Colin will focus on the firm’s financial […]
Elyse Pillitteri Becomes FLB Shareholder
Effective January 1, 2024, Attorney Elyse C. Pillitteri was elected Shareholder at Fitzpatrick Lentz and Bubba. Ms. Pillitteri is a member of the Firm’s Corporate, Business & Banking Department, as well as its Intellectual Property and M&A teams. Her practice primarily focuses on assisting clients with a variety of commercial transactions, including business formation, investment transactions, capital […]
FLB Welcomes Graig Schultz, Strengthens Litigation Practice
Graig M. Schultz has joined Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba’s Litigation & Trial Practice team, centering on civil litigation. His focus will be complex commercial litigation, business disputes, employment discrimination, insurance defense, personal injury, real estate litigation, and property tax assessment appeals. Additionally, he will support the firm’s Estate Law team, as he maintains an Orphans’ Court practice, litigating matters […]
Fries Law Office Joins Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba
Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba is pleased to announce Allentown-based Fries Law Office has now joined our firm. Namesake and founder William J. Fries has been a practicing attorney in Pennsylvania since 1977
2023 Tax Law Updates: What PA Businesses Should Know
Many people cringe just hearing the word taxes. Generally, taxes can feel overwhelming and complex, especially with constantly changing tax laws. Several pieces of legislation have passed on both federal and state levels, potentially bringing about changes for businesses as they file their 2023 and future taxes. Read on to learn about four crucial 2023 […]
2023 Tax Law Updates: What PA Businesses Should Know
Many people cringe just hearing the word taxes. Generally, taxes can feel overwhelming and complex, especially with constantly changing tax laws. Several pieces of legislation have passed on both federal and state levels, potentially bringing about changes for businesses as they file their 2023 and future taxes. Read on to learn about four crucial 2023 […]
FLB Family Law Practice Recognized in 2024 Best Law Firms®
Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba is pleased to announce it has received a Second-Tier ranking in the Allentown metro area for its Family Law Practice by Best Law Firms® for the 2024 edition.