ALLENTOWN, October, 2023 \u2013 Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C. (FLB) is pleased to commemorate 35 years of serving businesses and individuals in the Mid-Atlantic region. After opening the firm in 1988 with four attorneys and just a handful of practice areas, the firm now employs 40 attorneys, continually growing and diversifying to better meet the needs of its clients.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen Joe Fitzpatrick, Joe Bubba and Ed Lentz formed the firm in October 1988, their primary focus was to provide service to what they identified as an emerging regional client base,\u201d says Managing Shareholder Erich J. Schock. \u201cWhile providing this base with the individual attention needed to solve sophisticated legal challenges, FLB identified its key principles to grow the firm \u2013 helping our clients achieve their goals through professionalism, responsiveness, quality legal services and adaptability. Throughout our 35 years, we\u2019ve changed with the times and with our clients, helping to make a significant impact here in the Valley.\u201d<\/p>\n
While at the onset, FLB\u2019s work mainly involved Real Estate, Corporate and Estate Law, today, FLB is one of the largest full-service law firms in Pennsylvania, known for its legal authority in Business, Banking, Land Development, Healthcare, Mergers & Acquisitions, International Law, Commercial Litigation, Bankruptcy and Creditors\u2019 Rights, Estate Planning, Taxation, Employment Law and Family Law. Further, its geographic reach now extends to providing legal services to a regional, national and international client base.<\/p>\n
Additionally, FLB has experience in a wide array of sectors, including:<\/p>\n
With a reputation for shaping the landscape of the Lehigh Valley through the development of large commercial projects like Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom, Stabler Corporate Center, The Promenade Shops of Saucon Valley, PPL Center, and St. Luke\u2019s University Health Network, the firm also partners with countless corporations, developers, and nonprofits for general counsel and to help bring their visions to life.<\/p>\n
A culture of commitment to community & employees <\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cWe really are part of the community,\u201d says Real Estate and Corporate Attorney Stephanie A. Kobal. \u201cWe take that seriously. Not only are our projects out in the community, but our firm as a whole donates time to the community. We are really invested in making the Lehigh Valley a better place, continuing on the great path of growth that\u2019s already been established here.\u201d<\/p>\n On an annual basis, the firm supports more than 50 nonprofit organizations through volunteerism, contributions, sponsorships and board\/committee leadership. This year, Shareholders Kate Durso and Erich Schock served as co-chairs of the Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley\u2019s annual Volunteer Challenge, during which the firm was voted #1 in the small business category for its Haven House clean-up project.<\/p>\n With over 75 employees, FLB is also a notable employer in the region. Earlier this year, the firm was selected as one of The Morning Call\u2019s \u201cTop Workplaces\u201d for the 10th year in a row<\/a>. Recently, it was honored with five Lehigh Valley Business Reader Ranking awards<\/a> for company culture, overall leadership, employee recognition, innovative workplace and training program.<\/p>\n \u201cOne of the best things about working at FLB is the culture,\u201d says Jewel Dennis, Legal Administrative Assistant. \u201cWe are respected as employees and ensured that no matter our position, everyone\u2019s contribution matters. One thing I appreciate is the increased workplace flexibility policy that lends to a better work-life balance. Also, there are many unexpected extra tokens of appreciation that the firm takes pride in sharing with its employees. They are thoughtful morale boosters that remind us that we are appreciated.\u201d<\/p>\n Several attorneys and company leaders have also been named to Lehigh Valley Business\u2019 Forty Under 40, Women of Influence, Power 100, and Power Legal lists.<\/p>\n Watch FLB\u2019s 35th anniversary video<\/a> to learn more about the firm\u2019s culture.<\/p>\n National and industry recognitions<\/strong><\/p>\n Beyond its local honors and awards, FLB has received many recognitions for its excellence and integrity. Some notable honors include:<\/p>\n Moving downtown and upward<\/strong><\/p>\n In January 2020, FLB opened the doors<\/a> to its new 20,000 square-foot space on the 8th Floor of Two City Center in downtown Allentown, consolidating its legal and administrative offices under one roof and providing the much-needed space to continue long-term strategic expansion plans.<\/p>\n \u201cBeing situated in downtown Allentown helps us attract and retain the best talent while providing new and interesting opportunities for our next generation of leaders,\u201d says Joseph A. Bubba, Shareholder and Co-founder. \u201cWe love being part of downtown Allentown\u2019s thriving financial and business center and in close proximity to so many of our clients, as well as centrally located in the Lehigh Valley, allowing us to serve clients here with easy access to the greater Philadelphia area, New York and New Jersey.\u201d<\/p>\n FLB will celebrate its 35th anniversary with special events for its staff.<\/p>\n Learn more about FLB at www.flblaw.com<\/a><\/p>\n Information provided to TVL by: ALLENTOWN, October, 2023 \u2013 Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C. (FLB) is pleased to commemorate 35 years of serving businesses and individuals in the Mid-Atlantic region. After opening the firm in … Continue reading Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba Celebrates 35 Years of Service to the Mid-Atlantic Region<\/span> \n
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