Solicitation of Funds for Charitable Purposes Act Update
Pennsylvania’s Solicitation of Funds for Charitable Purposes Act (“Charitable Purposes Act”) has long required registration of charitable organizations with the Pennsylvania Department of State’s Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations (the “Bureau”). New amendments to that act will begin to impact charitable organizations effective as of February 20, 2018, most… Continue
GKH Named “Who’s Who in Business” Leader
Gibbel Kraybill & Hess was selected as Lancaster’s preferred law firm by Susquehanna Style magazine. We are honored to be included in this list, and grateful for the solid relationships we’ve built within our community over the past 40 years. Our clients are at the heart of our mission. View… Continue
Zoning and Land Use Associate
Gibbel Kraybill & Hess LLP has an opening for a full-time attorney to work in the firm’s Advocacy practice group, primarily in the areas of zoning and land use, real estate matters and general litigation. The ideal candidate will have two to three years’ experience in preparing zoning applications, representing… Continue
Child Protection News
Pennsylvania’s Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) requires that paid and unpaid persons who work directly with children undergo two state background checks (the Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance and the Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Check) and an FBI Criminal Background Check. Only volunteers who meet certain requirements qualify for a… Continue
GKH Ardmore Office Sponsors School Supplies Giveaway
Students at Lindley Academy Charter School in Philadelphia received free backpacks and school supplies on January 15, Martin Luther King Day. Gibbel Kraybill & Hess LLP, through its Ardmore office, partnered with The World Was Made For You Inc. to provide funding for the items that were distributed. The World… Continue
The Likely Effects of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
After several iterations and no shortage of political posturing, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has been passed by both houses of Congress. All that remains for the bill to become law is the President’s signature. The expectation was that President Trump would sign the bill before year-end, but that… Continue
Lindsay O’Neil Joins Lancaster Attorneys at TLC
On December 14 attorney Lindsay O’Neil joined several other local attorneys for a Lancaster Bar Association Foundation-sponsored holiday party for families at the Transitional Living Center (TLC). More than 30 children enjoyed a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus and received a bag full of gifts based on their wish… Continue
New Tax Law Affecting Partnerships and LLCs
In 2015, a fundamental change was made to the law dealing with IRS audit procedures for partnerships and multi-member LLCs that are taxed as partnerships. This new law is slated to go into effect on January 1, 2018, and will have a significant impact on partners and partnerships. Under the… Continue
Intellectual Property Seminar
Corporate Practice Group attorneys Peter Kraybill, Jonna Stratton and Angelo Fiorentino presented “Protecting Trademarks and Copyrights” on November 28. Using a hypothetical case study, the three presenters discussed interstate commerce, websites, social media, and their intersection with intellectual property law. They focused on the steps proactive businesses and nonprofits should… Continue
Attorney Ann Martin Presents on Estate and Long-Term Care Planning
Attorney Ann Martin presented a seminar on estate and long-term care planning at Mountville Church of the Brethren on Sunday, November 26, 2017. During the session, attorney Martin discussed foundational estate planning documents and long-term care planning issues, including an overview of Pennsylvania’s Medical Assistance Long-Term Care program. The November… Continue