So you want to start a nonprofit? Many people are inspired to start a charity – whether in honor of a loved one, to benefit an underserved part of the community, or to run parallel to a for-profit business already in place. Whatever your “why,” it’s important to comply with all legal obligations and operate […]

If you own or operate a small business, you may be wondering if DIY legal services are suitable for your business’s legal needs. Although it may seem like these services are good enough and save money, the ramifications of choosing them over a licensed attorney can be costly and bad for your business. Read on […]

Joseph A. Bubba and Joseph A. Fitzpatrick, Jr., two of Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba PC’s founding members were both included in the Lehigh Valley Business’ Power List in Law, published by Lehigh Valley Business. The list, which was announced on December 12, 2022, honors those in the community who, “shape our communities and influence our […]

FLB Shareholder Tim Charlesworth was one of three panelists at a conference entitled “Doing Business Abroad,” hosted by the ESDES Lyon Business School of the Catholic University of Lyon (France). The other panelists were Patrick Chabredier, Head of Southern/Western Europe at ATOS Financial Solutions and Pierre Mathieu, Direction Commerciale Industrie Région Sud. Approximately 50 ESDES […]

Colin J. Keefe, shareholder in the Firm’s Corporate, Business & Banking practice and the Chair of the Mergers & Acquisitions Group, was a guest on The Market Leaders Podcast, a half-hour show that offers expert insights and practical tips from some of the legal industry’s most prominent thought leaders. Mr. Keefe offered his seasoned perspective […]

Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C. is pleased to announce that six attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2022 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list. In addition, three attorneys were named to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers – Rising Stars Edition. Historically, less than 5% of the lawyers in the state are selected for the coveted distinction of Pennsylvania Super […]

On Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 10:30 a.m., FLB International Business & Trade Law attorney and shareholder Timothy D. Charlesworth will present “International Distributor Agreements and Sales Contracts” in conjunction with the Lehigh Export Network and the World Trade Club of Lehigh Valley. In this virtual session, Tim will cover the following topics: Distribution Arrangements vs. Other Market Entry Structures: Legal […]

On Thursday, March 10, 2022 at 9:00 a.m., FLB International Business & Trade Law attorney and shareholder Timothy D. Charlesworth will present “Services as an Export? Technology, Engineering, Education, Arts” as part of the Pennsylvania SBDC Go Global Exporting 201 series. The U.S. is the #1 largest services exporter in the world and the 2nd largest goods exporter in […]

Kenneth R. Charette, Shareholder in FLB’s Corporate Business & Banking and Mergers & Acquisitions groups, recently discussed Corporate entity selection and the increasing popularity of Benefit Corporations (B-Corps) on WDIY’s LV Business Beat. Speaking with host Sally Handlon and Peter Krajsa, Co-Chair and Founder of the National Energy Improvement Fund (NEIF), Mr. Charette outlined the […]

In the current hot real estate market, many homeowners looking to sell are conducting home improvement projects to increase the value of their homes. And with work-from-home culture becoming a permanent staple across many industries, people are improving their living and workspaces in their homes. Home improvement projects aren’t cheap, and neither are the potential […]