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Kellyanne (Bambery) Randall (2001)
Kellyanne (Bambery) Randall (2001) and H. Douglas Randall (2001) are happy to announce their marriage on September 26, 2009 at the Weekapaug Chapel in Westerly, RI. The couple honeymooned in Greece and Turkey, and they currently reside in New York, NY. The wedding party included 2001 alumni Karen (Swick) Siwicki, Emily Webster, Meghan (Gaffney) Jedd, Christian Bovine, and Nathan Pelletieri. Villanovans in attendance included Ashley (Joyce) Fernandez, Jennifer Embon, Megan Locke, and Michael Regina.
Submitted on Nov 20 2009.
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Andrew Schatkin (1976)
Andrew Schatkin (VLS 1976) writes, "I am the principal of a law firm in Long Island and New York City, which operates throughout the country. I am listed in Who’s Who in America; Who’s Who in the World; and Who’s Who in American Law. In addition to my J.D. and M. Div. I have a certificate in International Law from the Hague in the Netherlands, and a Certificate in International Human Rights from Strasbourg, France. I have written over 160 legal journal articles, and have contributed five chapters to books in Criminal Law, Evidence, and Family Law. I have recently published a 650 page book, which consists of a compilation of my legal journal articles published by the University Press of America. I have a forthcoming book consisting of my more general literary, philosophical, and theological essays. I will always be grateful for the education I received at Villanova Law School."
Submitted on Nov 20 2009.
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Jeffrey Smith (2005)
Jeffrey H. Smith (VLS 2005) recently co-authored with Joseph R. Pozzuolo, Esquire and Jeffrey S. Pozzuolo of Pozzuolo Rodden, P.C. an article entitled "Structure a Buy-Sell Agreement for Maximum Utility" published by Thomas Reuters in the October 2009 edition of Practical Tax Strategies. A courtesy copy is available at www.pozzuolo.com.
Submitted on Nov 17 2009.
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Robert Horst (1991)
Robert Horst (VLS 1991) writes, "In response to an environment of increasing litigation within our client base, attorneys from Nelson Levine De Luca & Horst, a national law firm focused on the insurance industry, have authored “Extra-Contractual Litigation Against Insurers,” a book published this month by Law Journal Press. Written by firm founder Robert T. Horst, Partner Mark H. Rosenberg and edited by firm Chairman Michael R. Nelson, the book examines both the legal underpinnings of novel causes of action and the practical aspects of bringing claims and defending against them.
According to Horst, the topic is particularly timely due to the increase in legal actions against insurers as well as new and novel strategies of plaintiffs. “No matter which side of the fence you're on, this book will help you assess the viability of a claim and represent your clients effectively,” he said.
The authors provide a detailed discussion of trial tactics, covering each phase of trial from commencing an action through discovery, evidentiary rulings and jury instructions, to verdict and damages. Specific topics include the insurer's third-party bad faith in refusing to settle; first-party bad faith in refusing to pay benefits; bad faith claims involving specific lines of insurance; common law claims; unfair claims settlement practices; alternative theories of liability, and more.
All three authors have extensive legal experience representing insurers in a number of business matters. “Our careers have been completely devoted to the business of insurance. We’re grateful for this opportunity to bring our knowledge together and share insights on litigated insurance disputes from both sides of the table,” said Horst. The book may be purchased at lawcatalog.com."
Submitted on Nov 17 2009.
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Michael Merlie (1985)
Michael Merlie (VLS 1985) has joined the Chester County law firm of Gawthrop Greenwood.(www.gawthrop.com) Michael, whose practice is concentrated in business law, finance and banking, commercial transactions, maritime and real estate law, has represented institutional, corporate and entrepreneurial clients in a wide variety of matters, with a particular expertise in maritime financing. He also assists entrepreneurs in all phases of start-up organizations. Previously a partner with Knapp McConomy Merlie LLP, he was a certified public accountant with a Big Five accounting firm in Philadelphia prior to his legal career. A member of the American and Pennsylvania Bar Associations and the Maritime Law Association of the United States, Merlie is admitted to the Supreme Court of the United States. He serves on the Board of Directors of Great Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce, and on the advisory boards of Continental Bank and Archbishop John Carroll High School.
Submitted on Nov 16 2009.
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Sandra (Buschmann) Knapp (1986)
Sandra (Buschmann) Knapp (VLS 1986) has joined the Chester County law firm of Gawthrop Greenwood. (www.gawthrop.com)
Sandra, whose practice is concentrated in business law, commercial transactions, maritime and real estate law, finance and banking, represents clients in a broad range of transactional and general corporate matters, including marine finance and U.S.-based joint ventures for international companies. She frequently is involved in multimillion-dollar financing and acquisition transactions for companies both nationally and internationally.
Practicing in the Philadelphia area for more than 20 years, she previously was managing partner of Knapp McConomy Merlie LLP. She is a member of the Maritime Law Association of the United States, formerly a member of its Board of Directors and past Chair of its Marine Finance Committee. She also is a member of the American and Pennsylvania Bar Associations and is admitted to the Supreme Court of the United States. She serves on the Advisory Board of Historic Yellow Springs, is a member of the International Business Council of the Chester County Economic Development Council, a past Board member of the Seamen’s Church Institute and is named in the International Who’s Who of Shipping & Maritime Lawyers.
Submitted on Nov 16 2009.
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Donald DeLeo (1967)
Donald DeLeo (VLS 1967) was re-elected to a 6th term as the Surrogate/Judge of the Hudson County, New Jersey Surrogate’s Court in the November 3, 2009 General Election. His term is for 5 years.
Submitted on Nov 16 2009.
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Heather Salko (1997)
Heather Salko (VLS 1997) is proud to announce the birth of a baby girl, Hadley Celia Selingo. She was born on November 8, 2009 and weighed 7 lb., 9 oz.
Submitted on Nov 16 2009.
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Leah (Mackenzie) Patterson (2003)
Leah (MacKenzie) Patterson (2003) and Tim Patterson are proud to announce the birth of a baby boy, Carter Ryan. He was born on October 20, 2009 at Riddle Memorial Hospital in Media, and weighed 7 lb., 5 oz.. 
Submitted on Nov 13 2009.
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Michelle Boss (2002)
Michelle Boss (2002) and Mark Catucci are happy to announce their engagement. The wedding ceremony will take place on July 31, 2010 in Pittsburgh, PA.
Submitted on Nov 13 2009.
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Andrew Schatkin (1976)
Andrew Schatkin (VLS 1976) writes, "I am the principal of a law firm in Long Island and New York City, which operates throughout the country. I am listed in Who’s Who in America; Who’s Who in the World; and Who’s Who in American Law. In addition to my J.D. and M. Div. I have a certificate in International Law from the Hague in the Netherlands, and a Certificate in International Human Rights from Strasbourg, France. I have written over 160 legal journal articles, and have contributed five chapters to books in Criminal Law, Evidence, and Family Law. I have recently published a 650 page book, which consists of a compilation of my legal journal articles published by the University Press of America. I have a forthcoming book consisting of my more general literary, philosophical, and theological essays. I will always be grateful for the education I received at Villanova Law School."
Submitted on Nov 20 2009.
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Jeffrey Smith (2005)
Jeffrey H. Smith (VLS 2005) recently co-authored with Joseph R. Pozzuolo, Esquire and Jeffrey S. Pozzuolo of Pozzuolo Rodden, P.C. an article entitled "Structure a Buy-Sell Agreement for Maximum Utility" published by Thomas Reuters in the October 2009 edition of Practical Tax Strategies. A courtesy copy is available at www.pozzuolo.com.
Submitted on Nov 17 2009.
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Heather Salko (1997)
Heather Salko (VLS 1997) is proud to announce the birth of a baby girl, Hadley Celia Selingo. She was born on November 8, 2009 and weighed 7 lb., 9 oz.
Submitted on Nov 16 2009.
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Leah (Mackenzie) Patterson (2003)
Leah (MacKenzie) Patterson (2003) and Tim Patterson are proud to announce the birth of a baby boy, Carter Ryan. He was born on October 20, 2009 at Riddle Memorial Hospital in Media, and weighed 7 lb., 5 oz..
Submitted on Nov 13 2009.
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Kellyanne (Bambery) Randall (2001)
Kellyanne (Bambery) Randall (2001) and H. Douglas Randall (2001) are happy to announce their marriage on September 26, 2009 at the Weekapaug Chapel in Westerly, RI. The couple honeymooned in Greece and Turkey, and they currently reside in New York, NY. The wedding party included 2001 alumni Karen (Swick) Siwicki, Emily Webster, Meghan (Gaffney) Jedd, Christian Bovine, and Nathan Pelletieri. Villanovans in attendance included Ashley (Joyce) Fernandez, Jennifer Embon, Megan Locke, and Michael Regina.
Submitted on Nov 20 2009.
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Michelle Boss (2002)
Michelle Boss (2002) and Mark Catucci are happy to announce their engagement. The wedding ceremony will take place on July 31, 2010 in Pittsburgh, PA.
Submitted on Nov 13 2009.
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Joseph Comaty (1971)
Joseph Comaty (1971) writes, "Dr. Joseph Comaty, Ph.D., M.P. is a clinical and medical psychologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is the Chief Psychologist/Medical Psychologist for the Louisiana State Office of Mental Health in the State Department of Health and Hospitals. He holds an adjunct faculty appointment in the Department of Psychology, Louisiana State University where his wife, Dr. Claire Advokat, Ph.D. is Professor of Psychology. Together with Dr. Robert Julien, M.D., Ph.D., Drs. Comaty and Advokat recently co-authored a textbook of Clinical Psychopharmacology, "The Primer of Drug Action"."
Submitted on Sep 20 2009.
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Jacqueline Kesicki (2009)
Jacqueline Kesicki (2009) writes,
Suzanne Thompson '09, Paul Parisi '09, Jacqueline Kesicki '09
Submitted on Sep 10 2009.
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Kathleen (Ball) DeMars (2003)
Kathleen (Ball) DeMars (2003) writes, "Kathleen DeMars (2003)received her certification to teach grades 1 - 6 from the University of Missouri in May 2009. She will be teaching middle school language arts at Holy Family School Des Moines beginning in August 2009"
Submitted on Jul 21 2009.
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Kathleen (Ball) DeMars (2003)
Kathleen (Ball) DeMars (2003) received a Master of Arts in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from University of New Haven in January 2005.
Submitted on Jul 21 2009.
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Thomas (Disessa) Di Sessa (1966)
Thomas (Disessa) Di Sessa (1966) writes, "On October 26th I will be embarking on my 25th pediatric cardiovascular humanitarian mission since 1994. Countries that I have helped include Jamaica, Peru, Nicaragua, Dominican Republic, Croatia, Belarus,Ukaraine, China. On these missions I act as the pediatric cardiologist that is part of a large team that provides much needed heart surgery to childrean with congenital heart disease. In this role I have performed diagnostic echocardiograms and diagnostic an interventional catheterizations."
Submitted on Oct 25 2009.
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James King (1979)
James King (1979) writes, "It is good to be home and able to attend at least a portion of the 30th reunion. Go Cats! "
Submitted on Jun 3 2009.
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Leonard Myers (1954)
Leonard Myers (VU 1954/VLS 1957) of Jeffersonville, PA died on October 17, 2009 after a brief illness. "He served in and was honorably discharged from both the United States Army and Navy Reserves. He was appointed as Law Clerk for the late Honorable Morris Gerber and was admitted to practice law in 1959. He was to be honored in November 2009 as a 50 year member of the Montgomery Bar Association. From 1988 to 2000, he and his daughter proudly practived law together as the 'father-daughter legal team' until his semi-retirement."
Submitted on Nov 11 2009.
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John Lister (1956)
John Lister (VLS 1956) died in Lankenau Hospital on September 23, 2009 from cancer. A complete obituary can be found at http://www.philly.com/philly/obituaries/20090926_John_J__Lister__82__actuary.html
Submitted on Sep 28 2009.
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