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Join attorney Andrew Mahon for a live webinar titled "Immigration Law Updates 2024-2025: What You CAN'T Miss" hosted by the National Business Institute on Friday, December 20! Andy will present two back-to-back sessions discussing an overview of the USCIS as well as employment immigration news. This program is designed for attorneys. Paralegals may also benefit. Learn more and register at the link: https://lnkd.in/dhfjKiXM

#ICYMI: Barley Snyder has been voted number one in the Law Firm category in the Gettysburg Times' Pick of the Counties contest! The annual contest encourages readers to vote for their favorite businesses in Adams & York counties in a variety of categories. Thank you to all who voted for us! View the winners' list at the link: https://lnkd.in/eywYHzP4

We are excited to bring to you another round of our firm's #WorkHardPlayHard series! This month, attorneys Hannah Schroer and EmmaRose Strohl volunteered with the Lancaster Conservancy. Hannah and EmmaRose, along with EmmaRose’s daughter Harlow, helped clear invasive vegetation to encourage native habitat regeneration at the Climbers Run preserve. After the work was done, Harlow had a fun time playing in the woods! Office support and billing specialist Judy Reigle and her granddaughter Alexa cheered on the Hershey Bears as they defeated the Springfield Thunderbirds. Judy and her fiancé Glenn also took a trip to the Penguin Bay Winery, located in the heart of Finger Lakes wine country!

Join attorney Stacey MacNeal for a webinar on December 18 titled “Land Use and Zoning in Pennsylvania: From Application to Appeal” hosted by the National Business Institute (NBI)! Stacey will be presenting a session titled “Navigating the Subdivision Process”. The webinar will guide attendees step by step through the complex land use and zoning process. This online seminar is designed for attorneys. Zoning and land use planners and officials, developers, engineers, surveyors, and paralegals may also benefit. Learn more and register at the link: https://lnkd.in/eNFdpBQx

On December 1, 2025, a new rule issued by FinCEN will take effect, requiring those involved in real estate closings to report on real estate transfers deemed “high risk” under the Residential Real Estate Rule. The new rule imposes a suspicious activity report filing requirement which will require reporting persons to file a “Real Estate Report” detailing property and ownership information. Attorneys Jayne Katherman and Stacey MacNeal have the details in our latest alert at the link: https://lnkd.in/dbHDJBp8

Did you know our employment attorneys offer training sessions on a host of employment and employee benefit law topics customized to your business and timeframe? From lunch & learn sessions to full-day seminars, we have you covered. Learn more at the link: https://lnkd.in/e2VUjPnQ

We are pleased to share attorney and Intellectual Property Practice Group Chair Salvatore Anastasi has been selected President-Elect of the American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA). The AIPLA works to provide education and support for intellectual property professionals while advocating for IP laws and policies within the United States and internationally. “Serving AIPLA is not just an opportunity to work with thought leaders shaping the future of intellectual property systems around the world, but a commitment to championing the principles of creativity, innovation, and economic development that these systems support,” said Sal. Read more about his new role at the link: https://lnkd.in/dNNcPgRs

The Corporate Transparency Act recently withstood a federal-court challenge, confirming its applicability to Community Associations, including HOAs and Condominium Associations. As a result, Community Associations remain subject to reporting requirements under the Act. Attorneys Stacey MacNeal and Natalie Alexander explain more in our latest alert at the link: https://lnkd.in/dxxZXUzU

Tune in to WGAL on Wednesday, December 11 for a special interview from attorney Don Geiter at 4:00 p.m.! Don, who is an advisory board member and chair of the scholarship committee for The Salvation Army Lancaster, will represent the organization during the WGAL and Salvation Army's Coats for Kids Telethon. The annual event raises funds to provide winter coats for children of families in need and will run from December 9 - December 13. Learn more at the link: https://lnkd.in/e5iPnweu

#BarleyReadoftheWeek: The Corporate Transparency Act’s Reporting Rule requires certain companies to report their beneficial ownership to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Not every company is considered a “Reporting Company” under the Act. There are 23 exemptions to the Rule – one of the exemptions is for subsidiaries of certain exempt entities. In October, FinCEN issued new guidance regarding this subsidiary exemption, addressing whether a Reporting Company qualifies for the subsidiary exemption if its ownership interests are owned or controlled by more than one exempt entity. Attorneys Dan Desmond, Caitlin (Paterson) Long, Esq. and Anthony Austin explain more in our alert at the link: https://lnkd.in/dMs4vdH5