Professional Activities
American Bar Association, Forum on the Construction Industry
Philadelphia Bar Association, Real Estate Section, Executive Committee
International Council of Shopping Centers
General Building Contractors Association (the Philadelphia branch of the Associated General Contractors of America)
Recognition & Accomplishments
Chambers USA, real estate law, 2007-2017
The Best Lawyers in America, real estate law, 2013-2021
The Legal 500 US, real estate and construction – construction (including construction litigation), 2011-2012
Publications
Co-author, Pennsylvania chapter of Lien Law On-Line, an online 50-state survey of mechanics lien law
Speaking Engagements
Mark writes and lectures extensively on construction-related issues. Most recent engagements include:
Speaker, "Leveraging Energy and Infrastructure as a Strategic Asset in Higher Education," Ballard Spahr webinar, September 28, 2017
"Demolition of Structures in Philadelphia: Recent Regulations and Practice Tips," Ballard Spahr breakfast briefing, Philadelphia, October 30, 2014
Faculty, "Development Agreements and Construction Contracts: The 'Me' in 'Team'," Pennsylvania Bar Institute, Solving Legal Issues Across the Life Cycle of the Successful Real Estate Development Project, Philadelphia, April 28, 2014
Community Activities
Upper Merion Township (Montgomery County, Pennsylvania) Zoning Hearing Board, member
Upper Merion Township Economic and Community Development Committee, past member
Radnor Township (Delaware County, Pennsylvania) Planning Commission, past member
Widener Memorial Foundation in Aid of Handicapped Children, Trustee
Participant, "Principal for a Day" program of the Philadelphia School District (served as Principal for a Day at the Widener Memorial School in Philadelphia)