John DiChello concentrates his practice in the area of complex commercial litigation and dispute resolution. He also counsels clients in areas such as product liability defense and mass torts.
Mr. DiChello graduated from The Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law, summa cum laude and second in his class. During law school, Mr. DiChello served as Research Editor of the Dickinson Law Review and was a member of the Appellate Moot Court Board. In addition, he was inducted into the Woolsack Honor Society, and received the George F. Douglas, Jr. Memorial Award and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers Award for excellence in trial advocacy.
In 2012, Mr. DiChello was recognized as a "Rising Star" among Pennsylvania lawyers under the age of 40.
Representative Matters
· Defense of global chemical manufacturer as a member of a national coordinating legal team in multi-district environmental pollution and product liability litigation involving water contamination.
· Defense of major bank in action brought by borrower seeking damages relating to failed commercial loan refinancing transaction; trial resulted in favorable verdict for defendant.
· Defeated class certification and obtained dismissals on behalf of two funeral services companies in federal and state court actions involving alleged improper cremations.
· Representation of various real estate developers in complex disputes with neighboring property owners concerning property rights and land use. Successfully opposed motion for preliminary injunction to enjoin client from using and asserting title to disputed parcel.
· Representation of large health care insurance company in coverage dispute to recover amounts paid to defend and settle litigation.
· Representation of liquidator of insurance company in a variety of matters, including preference actions, proof of claim disputes, and an action against former directors and officers.
· Successfully opposed motion for preliminary injunction on behalf of life sciences company in action involving alleged breaches of license and purchase agreements.
Community Service & Affiliations
Mr. DiChello has handled a number of pro bono cases on behalf of indigent clients in the Philadelphia area and elsewhere. In recognition of his service, he has been named to the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania Pro Bono Roll of Honor. In addition, Mr. DiChello is an avid runner and has run several marathons and other races to help raise money to support the efforts of charities.
Memberships
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Philadelphia Bar Association
Providence College Alumni Association
Events
FOURTH ANNUAL EMERGING ISSUES FOR IN-HOUSE COUNSEL
[Event]
Harvard Club of New York
Monday, November 3, 2008
Four Seasons Hotel
November 6, 2008
Edward N. Cahn, Stephanie C. Chomentowski, Scott F. Cooper, Frank A. Dante, John J. DiChello, Jr., Anthony B. Haller, et al.
Publications
U.S. EPA ISSUES LONG-AWAITED FINAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT FOR PERC, CLASSIFIES IT AS A "LIKELY HUMAN CARCINOGEN"
[Alert]
Environmental
February 2012 (No. 1)
Kevin J. Bruno, John J. DiChello, Jr. and Margaret Anne Hill
PUBLIC NUISANCE IN MTBE LITIGATION: AN ATTEMPT TO EXPAND TORT LAW BEYOND ITS HISTORICAL PARAMETERS
[Alert]
Product Liability Alert
April 2008 (No. 1)
Jeffrey S. Moller and John J. DiChello, Jr.
CROSSING TEXTUALIST PATHS: AN ANALYSIS OF THE PROPER TEXTUALIST INTERPRETATION OF "USE" UNDER SECTION 3B1.4 OF THE UNITED STATES SENTENCING GUIDELINES FOR "USING" A MINOR TO COMMIT A CRIME
[Article]
107 Dick. L. Rev. 359
2002
John J. DiChello, Jr.
News
BLANK ROME ELECTS SIX NEW PARTNERS
[Press Release]
December 1, 2011
John J. DiChello, Jr., David C. Kistler, Laurie Alberts Salita, Corey Tarzik, Tara Jones Willecke and Michael L. Ludwig