CGA Law News & Blog

CGA Law Firm announces the retirement of The Honorable John C. Uhler, concluding his tenure as Of Counsel with the firm. Judge Uhler’s distinguished legal career spans over fifty years, including twenty-five years on the York County Court of Common Pleas and five as President Judge. As President Judge, Uhler was instrumental in building the new York County Judicial Center. Since joining CGA in 2014, Judge Uhler has focused on complex commercial litigation, estate matters, and alternative dispute resolution. His expertise as an accredited mediator and arbitrator has been invaluable to the firm’s litigation practice. Judge Uhler’s contributions to Pennsylvania’s… read more »

CGA Law Firm is proud to announce the return of Major Courtney Buechler following her 10-month deployment to Africa with the U.S. Army Reserve. Buechler, an Associate Attorney at CGA, resumed her position with the firm in July 2024. During her deployment, Buechler served with Army Civil Affairs, a branch vital for coordinating civil humanitarian efforts in conflict and post-conflict regions. Her mission involved collaborating with local communities and international partners to promote stability and provide essential support. “Courtney’s service exemplifies the integrity, commitment, service and dedication we value at CGA,” said Craig Sharnetzka, President at CGA Law Firm. “Her… read more »

You are a Pennsylvania property owner and you have just received a notice that your property was sold at an upset tax sale… now what? You are now faced with the reality that you will be stripped of your interest in perhaps the most valuable asset you own – your real property – which was sold to the highest bidder at upset tax sale, likely for a price beneath its fair market value. While these circumstances are no doubt upsetting (upset tax sales are aptly-named) and hard to understand, Attorney John R. Wilson of CGA Law Firm has substantial experience… read more »

For homeowners in Pennsylvania facing the risk of real estate tax sale proceedings, filing for bankruptcy can provide critical relief. The automatic stay, a powerful legal provision under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, offers homeowners protection by immediately halting real estate tax sale proceedings. This article explores the impact of the automatic stay in Pennsylvania, emphasizing how it grants homeowners more time to either sell their property for its fair market value or repay real estate tax arrears within a 60-month term through bankruptcy. Understanding the Automatic Stay: The automatic stay is a fundamental component of bankruptcy law, specifically outlined in… read more »

Attorney Larry Young, Shareholder and Chair of CGA Law Firm’s Bankruptcy Practice Group, has been honored by The Best Lawyers in America® award for his work in Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law in the Harrisburg area. Young will be featured in the 31st edition of  The Best Lawyers in America® for this prestigious achievement. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers® has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Best Lawyers recognitions are compiled based on an exhaustive Purely Peer Review® evaluation. More than 184,000 industry-leading lawyers are eligible to vote, and they have received… read more »

By Noah Yeagley and Attorney Timothy Bupp August, the month of warm weather, vacations, and sunshine, is also notable as National Make-A-Will Month. While August keeps us busy with sun and fun, we should take some time to remember how important a Will is, how easy and straightforward the process of preparing a Will can be, and how beneficial a Will can be for our loved ones and our own peace of mind.  Let’s take a moment to celebrate the important role that a Will plays in your estate plan and the many protections and benefits a good Will can provide… read more »

From Attorney Tim Bupp, chair of the CGA Law Firm Estate Law practice group. A good estate plan for a farm family needs to recognize and take advantage of the various tools available for protecting the farm operation and aiding farm family succession.  Our Commonwealth has recognized the importance of farming to our communities, and has created a number of beneficial programs that can aid family farmers to continue the farming operation into the next generation.  This article describes only a few of those beneficial programs.  1.        Clean and Green.  Pennsylvania’s “Clean and Green” program is a wonderful benefit for… read more »

Leadership York aims to educate, unite, and motivate people to take on leadership roles within the York community. The organization was founded in 1978 and boasts over 4,200 graduates from its six programs. Those graduates provide leadership to more than 250 nonprofit organizations and serve thousands of constituents in state and local government. Leadership York is the primary resource for developing inspired leadership for our changing community. “I am extremely excited and honored to become part of the Board of Directors for Leadership York,” says Gabel. “I was lucky enough to participate in the Mentorship York program in 2021 and… read more »

All throughout Pennsylvania, an increasingly common sight is emerging: backyard beekeepers tending to personal hives and enjoying fresh honey. As interest in sustainable living, organic foods, and environmental stewardship grows, so too does the fascination with beekeeping. This ancient practice is experiencing a modern resurgence across the Keystone State, where enthusiasts are not only drawn to the sweet rewards of honey but also to the critical role bees play in pollinating crops and preserving biodiversity. However, behind the scenes of this burgeoning hobby lies a complex regulatory framework designed to ensure the health and safety of both bees and communities…. read more »

            Co-ownership of real estate can be a beneficial arrangement, allowing individuals to increase purchasing power through pooling of resources, sharing the responsibility of property maintenance, and reducing transaction costs. However, co-ownership of property can sometimes lead to conflict and disagreements among the co-owners. Whether it’s siblings who inherit and want to subdivide “the back 40” of a family estate, unmarried couples who break up after buying a house together, or ex-spouses whose property was never disposed of during a divorce proceeding, these disagreements must be addressed in an orderly manner. In Pennsylvania, the primary mechanism for resolving such disputes… read more »