Refton Lawyers

Extensive experience in all phases of criminal law in central Pennsylvania. Licensed for over 25 years. Willing to fight for your rights.

Shannon K. McDonald is an experienced appeals and defense attorney with understanding and knowledge of diverse areas of the law and dealing with diverse groups of clients. She has worked for businesses, trial courts, for the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), and as a defense lawyer in an appeals clinic. While working with the ACLU Shannon worked on civil liberties cases such as the right to associate with family and freedom of speech in schools. She has also assisted on contract disputes, business disputes, and business formation. Among other criminal appellate cases Shannon has worked on federal Habeas Corpus cases,...

Lauren is a dedicated estates & trusts and litigation attorney who takes great pride in providing superior client service, coupled with the legal assistance her clients need. She practices in Pennsylvania, primarily in matters including will and trust disputes, guardianships, and fiduciary matters. Lauren prioritizes listening to her clients and working hard to protect and advance their interests. Learn more about Lauren by visiting: https://www.utbf.com/attorneys/

Stephanie Rauch-Mannino (“ROCK-muh-NEE-no”) has experience in education, estates, and family issues including adoption, custody, guardianship, and visitation. Attorney Rauch-Mannino is passionate about helping families and promoting the best outcomes for clients. She is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Before joining Cornerstone Law Firm, she advocated for Philadelphia residents with lower incomes in the areas of mortgage foreclosure, tax, and child custody. She has also pursued justice with the Pennsylvania Innocence Project. Attorney Rauch-Mannino was recognized for exemplary pro bono service by the First Judicial District of Philadelphia “Roll of Honor.” Attorney Rauch-Mannino is a Roger Williams University School Law...

Steve Kunkle graduated from Dartmouth College in 1979 and the University of Pennsylvania School of Law in 1982. His primary areas of practice have been in the fields of employment and civil rights litigation, veterans’ benefits, personal injury litigation, and more recently, transactional and employment risk management matters for his business clients. In the employment area, Steve handles a broad range of compensation and benefit matters, long-term disability, pension, retention bonus, and change in control matters, severance agreements, FMLA and other statutory employment claims, wrongful termination, sexual harassment, wage and hour disputes, and discrimination matters.

He represents primarily individuals these days,...

With his experience and expertise, attorney Jerred Roth had his choice of legal practices—but he chose to join the Jan Dils team. One of the reasons he did so was the fact that the entire Jan Dils family is so committed to fighting for the benfits each and every one of their clients deserve. Prior to joining Jan Dils, Attorneys at Law in January 2013, Jerred was a member of two different legal practices in Lexington, Kentucky. Before that, he earned his B.A. in History and Political Science from West Virginia Wesleyan College, and completed law school...

30 years experience representing claimants in workers' compensation and social security disability cases throughout southeastern PA.

Attorney with 11+ years as in-house counsel covering a range of practice areas. As a lawyer and former small business owner/partner, I apply a blend of business and legal acumen in counseling small to mid-size businesses.

Concord Law's model is designed for the needs of small to mid-size businesses. We will visit a client's office to discuss, assess, and counsel on legal concerns for their business. With recurring visits on reserved days and times, this segment of the business community can have access to consistent legal services at affordable and manageable rates.

Born and raised in Delaware County. I Graduated from Temple Law School in 2013 and spent 8 years in the District Attorney's Office for Delaware County where I spent time in the Pre-Trial Division, Juvenile, Trial, and Appeals divisions. I litigated a full range of criminal cases including serious felonies, with motions experience and over 15 jury trials through to verdict. I have taken that experience into private practice in providing aggressive, thorough, and enthusiastic representation of clients facing criminal charges with the full force of government up against them. My experience and knowledge is an...

Jeffrey S. Gillman is a trial attorney who focuses on serious injury cases related to trips and slips and falls as well as other premises liability, automobile accidents, products liability and medical malpractice. He is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and has extensive experience handling complex and traumatic personal injury matters in these states.

Jeffrey has received consistent recognition for his outstanding client advocacy. He has been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40, and is one of the fewer then 1% of lawyers across the country who is a life-long member of the...

Most people in the Philadelphia area remember Dave as the morning weatherman on Channel 6-ABC. Dave's broadcasting career spanned four decades and included Emmy® awards for his work as a reporter and news writer. Dave has been a news anchor, investigative reporter, and contributor to the ESPN newsmagazine Outside the Lines. Dave began his legal career at Montgomery, McCracken, Walker & Rhoads in Philadelphia. As an attorney, he has represented broadcasters and other creative professionals, negotiating their contracts at every level of the industry, from local news to national networks. As a civil litigator, Dave serves clients in government and business, as...

Kristin's passion for helping people overcome difficult times drives her, whether in the legal arena or in her community. Kristin earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Pittsburgh and then went on to earn her Juris Doctorate from the Pennsylvania State Dickinson School of Law. After receiving her Juris Doctorate and passing the Pennsylvania Bar, Kristin practiced bankruptcy law before joining The McShane firm as a Criminal Defense Litigation Associate.

My first experience in estate planning was as a U.S. Navy Judge Advocate in 2008 providing legal assistance to active duty members, retirees, and their families. I retired in 2023 after having served in several leadership roles. Supporting our community in this very real and meaningful way is such a rewarding and exciting opportunity to continue making a positive impact in others' lives.

Daniel A. Pallen, Esq., graduated from Boston College in 2002. Prior to attending law school at the Dickinson School of Law, he earned a Masters Degree from American University in Washington, DC. He earned his law degree from the Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University in 2007 and became a member of the Pennsylvania Bar in the same year. Prior to joining The Benari Law Firm, Mr. Pallen formerly practiced civil litigation an associate with a insurance defense litigation firm in Blue Bell, PA. Prior thereto, Mr. Pallen had practiced law as a Public Defender in the...

Gregory Shields is an attorney licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. For the first six years of his career, he worked as an insurance defense attorney, and became well versed in how insurance companies valuate cases. In 2012, he founded the Law Offices of Gregory S. Shields with a focus on practicing law "the right way," with a focus on standing up for those who do not otherwise have a voice. He has earned millions of dollars in recoveries for his clients and has obtained multiple awards along the way. The firm has been given a "10 Best...

Commercial litigation attorney Roxanne Zhilo’s legal practices focus on business litigation and complex civil litigation matters. She also works as a small to medium-sized business (SMB) counsel, and has experience with employment law and small contract matters. She regularly advises non-profits and businesses in risk mitigation, liability assessment, procedural and protocol framework, and employee policies. Roxanne received her J.D. from Villanova University's Charles Widger School of Law. During her time there, she authored her 3L thesis on the intersection of Social Media and E-Discovery within the realm of Litigation. This exploration delved into how the standard for invading privacy evolves within...