From its founding in 1904, Gawthrop Greenwood has upheld a rich tradition of giving back to our community, as well as supporting and becoming actively involved in the community and business organizations that mean so much to our clients and friends.
John Rafferty Elected to Board of Volunteer English Program
John Rafferty, an attorney with the law firm Gawthrop Greenwood, PC, has been elected to the board of the Volunteer English Program, which ensures that English language services remain available and accessible to the many immigrants and refugees living and working throughout Chester County. “At a time when communicating transnationally…
March of Dimes Honorees Announced at Gawthrop Greenwood, PC
The Southeast Pennsylvania-Southern New Jersey Market of the March of Dimes just revealed the four women it will honor from Chester County in its annual Salute to Women of Achievement. The honorees were officially announced at a reception held at the law firm Gawthrop Greenwood, PC in West Chester, PA…
Gawthrop Greenwood’s Denise Antonelli Graduates from Leadership Chester County
Gawthrop Greenwood partner Denise Antonelli is now a graduate of Leadership Chester County, a premier professional development program that trains individuals on community leadership and connects them with nonprofit boards. The program includes expert-led sessions in nonprofit board governance, local social conditions and services, and citizen leadership. As President of the Board of…
Gawthrop Greenwood Teams Up with Alex’s Lemonade Stand
Gawthrop Greenwood’s offices in downtown West Chester are turning yellow again to help fight childhood cancer. The law firm opened a lemonade stand on East Gay Street on June 9, 2017 to help raise money for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, which helps fight childhood cancer. The Chester County Bar Foundation helps support…
Stacey Fuller Joins Education Foundation, Elected to PA Bar Association House of Delegates
Continuing a career of civic and community engagement, Gawthrop Greenwood Partner Stacey Fuller has been asked to join the board of the West Chester Area Education Foundation. She has also been elected to the House of Delegates for the Pennsylvania Bar Association. As a new board member for the West…
Sixth Annual Women’s Networking Event
Women professionals, business owners and community members gathered for Gawthrop Greenwood’s Sixth Annual Women’s Networking Event, held April 27th in the atrium of the firm’s offices in downtown West Chester. The relaxed evening of cocktails and connections included colleagues, clients and local dignitaries. The event was launched six years ago…
University of Delaware’s Trust Management Minor Launched with Support from Gawthrop Greenwood
Gawthrop Greenwood, PC is a proud supporter of the newly introduced Trust Management Minor at the University of Delaware. The Trust Management Minor was recently approved by the University of Delaware Faculty Senate, and is designed to provide a comprehensive skill set in trust management as well as a foundation…
From English tutor to board member: Maureen Mackay’s journey with Volunteer English Program
Just a few years ago, Gawthrop Greenwood partner Maureen Mackay was volunteering a couple of hours a month tutoring adults in the English language. Now she’s a Volunteer English Program board member with a passion for ensuring VEP services remain available and accessible to the many immigrants and refugees living…
Sixth Annual Chef’s Best Competition
Gawthrop Greenwood is pleased to announce the winner of the 6th Annual Chef’s Best competition at West Chester University Alumni & Foundation Center. Mercato Ristorante and Bar received the most votes from attendees of the event that raised more than $31,000 for ACT in Faith of Greater West Chester on Thursday,…
Gawthrop Greenwood, PC Brightens the Holidays for Local Families in Need
Gawthrop Greenwood, PC is fulfilling the holiday wishes of local families in need. The law firm with offices in West Chester and Wilmington donated almost $1,000 in cash and gifts to four families who requested assistance through the Chester County Department of Children, Youth & Families (CYF). A representative from…
Kevin Holleran Elected Trustee of Chester County Hospital Foundation
Kevin Holleran, a partner with the law firm Gawthrop Greenwood, PC, has been elected as trustee of the Chester County Hospital Foundation. The Chester County Hospital Foundation raises and manages funds that provide healthcare to the local community through Chester County Hospital. This will be Holleran’s second consecutive term as…
Garrison Keillor Hosted by Gawthrop Greenwood, PC
Gawthrop Greenwood was pleased to sponsor a reception for Garrison Keillor, during his appearance at West Chester University's Speaker Series September 30th. Described as one of the most prolific American storytellers of all time, Keillor is a writer and humorist best known for his popular live radio variety show, A Prairie…
Gawthrop Greenwood in “2016 Best Places to Work”
On the same day that 14 of its attorneys were announced as "Top Lawyers," Gawthrop Greenwood, PC has been named to the 2016 list of “Best Places to Work” by the Philadelphia Business Journal. Each year, the Business Journal teams with Quantum Workplace to find the very best workplaces in the region based…
Mary Ann Plankinton Named to Board of Hope Springs Equestrian Therapy
Mary Ann Plankinton, a partner with the law firm Gawthrop Greenwood, PC, has been named to the board of directors of Hope Springs Equestrian Therapy, a nonprofit organization in Chester Springs, PA, that provides therapeutic horseback riding (also known as "equine-facilitated therapy"). Licensed in Delaware and Pennsylvania and with more…
Gawthrop Greenwood’s Jessica Wiesak Graduates from Leadership Chester County Program
Gawthrop Greenwood attorney Jessica Wiesak is now a graduate of Leadership Chester County, a premier professional development program that trains individuals on community leadership and connects them with nonprofit boards. In December, Wiesak joined an advisory board of local professionals who help raise funds and awareness for the American Red Cross of…
Gawthrop Greenwood Supports Alex’s Lemonade
Gawthrop Greenwood's offices in downtown West Chester recently turned yellow to help fight childhood cancer. The firm opened a lemonade stand on East Gay Street on June 10th to help raise money for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, which helps fight childhood cancer. The Chester County Bar Foundation helps support the Alex’s Lemonade Stand…
Fifth Annual Women’s Networking Event
Approximately sixty women from local businesses as well as the surrounding community gathered for Gawthrop Greenwood's Fifth Annual Women's Networking Event, held May 5th in the atrium of our downtown West Chester office. Among the attendees were (pictured L to R) Gawthrop Greenwood attorney Sandra Knapp, State Rep. Becky Corbin (PA),…
Gawthrop Supports March for Babies
When she was born six weeks early in February 2013, Jackie McKenna weighed only 5 lbs., 12 oz. She spent 24 days in the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) at Paoli Hospital, learning to eat, breathe, swallow and digest nourishment. Grateful that their daughter received the care she needed to…
Gawthrop Greenwood Sponsors “Chef’s Best” Competition
The Korean short rib slider from Side Bar & Restaurant is this year’s winner of the 5th Annual Chef’s Best in West Chester. Gawthrop Greenwood was a major sponsor of the event March 31st that raised more than $25,000 for ACT in Faith of Greater West Chester. The organization will use the funds…
Chester Co. Leadership Council Taps Jack Larkin, Jessica Wiesak to Help Support American Red Cross
The Chester County Leadership Council has named John E. D. Larkin its chairman and has welcomed Jessica K. Wiesak as a board member. Both Larkin and Wiesak are associate attorneys with Gawthrop Greenwood, PC. The Chester County Leadership Council is a group of local professionals who help raise funds and awareness…
Artist Margo Allman Shares Her Work with Gawthrop Greenwood
Artist Margo Allman is showcasing her work at Gawthrop Greenwood's offices in Greenville, Delaware. The artist presented her painting “Ovoidal Alchemy” to Trust and Estate Planning Attorneys Mary Ann Plankinton and Kristen Bennett. Allman is a well known artist from the region and has been exhibiting for more than 50…
James Carville, Mary Matalin Hosted by Gawthrop Greenwood, PC
Gawthrop Greenwood was pleased to sponsor a reception for James Carville and Mary Matalin, after their appearance at West Chester University's Speaker Series March 11. The Speaker Series brings nationally known scientists, political leaders and writers to campus, including Maya Angelou, Elie Wiesel and Frank McCourt. Carville is pictured here with…
Patrick McKenna Expands Community Service
West Chester, PA – February 22, 2016 – Expanding his longstanding commitment to the Chester County community, Patrick McKenna, a partner with Gawthrop Greenwood, PC, has been elected Treasurer of the Chester County Bar Association for 2016. A member since 2002, he formerly served as Secretary, and is past Chair of the…
YMCA Recognizes Gawthrop Greenwood for Generosity
For a second consecutive year, Gawthrop Greenwood has been recognized by the YMCA of Greater Brandywine for its efforts as a community partner. The firm received a gold award earlier this month at the 2015 Community Partners Recognition Breakfast for 60 of the YMCA's 225 community partners. Gawthrop Greenwood Partner Sandra Knapp,…
Gawthrop Greenwood Employee Recognized for Work to Save Lives
West Chester, PA – December 1, 2015 – Gawthrop Greenwood’s Cathie O’Donnell is being recognized for her work to help prevent drug overdose deaths in Chester County through Project Naloxone. O’Donnell is an administrative assistant at Gawthrop Greenwood whose child died of a drug overdose two years ago. She is a…
Gawthrop Greenwood Wears Purple for Preemies
The team at Gawthrop Greenwood wore purple for World Prematurity Day, raising funds for the March of Dimes and its campaign to reduce the number of premature births. According to the March of Dimes, premature death is the number one killer of babies. Gawthrop Greenwood is proud to pledge purple for preemies.