Walter O. Bourdaghs focuses his practice on complex commercial litigation, construction law, and civil rights matters, drawing on experience representing individuals, small businesses, and international companies. He earned his J.D. from Boston University School of Law and holds a B.A. from Beloit College. Walter is admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, and recently relocated to Philadelphia after working at MG+M law firm in Boston, following six years as Center Coordinator at the University of Chicago’s Center for East Asian Studies.

Kyle Hannigan focuses his practice on complex civil litigation, contract disputes, whistleblower claims, and creditors’ rights, bringing experience helping clients navigate a wide range of legal challenges. He earned his J.D. from Rutgers Law School and holds a B.A. in Law & Justice from Rowan University. Kyle is admitted to practice in Delaware and began his career at Kang Haggerty as a law clerk during law school; before entering the legal profession, he spent eight years in the automotive industry as a vehicle technician and service and parts coordinator.

Nicholas Cardoso focuses his practice on business disputes and employment law, representing clients on both the plaintiff and defense sides in matters involving complex commercial litigation, contract disputes, and workplace claims. He earned his J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law and holds a B.A. in Criminology from The College of New Jersey. Nick is admitted to practice in New Jersey and Pennsylvania and previously practiced at an Am Law 200 firm, where he gained valuable insight into defense strategies that inform his work today.

“We are thrilled to welcome Walter, Kyle, and Nick to the firm,” said Edward T. Kang, Managing Member of Kang Haggerty. “Each of them brings strong litigation skills, intellectual rigor, and a client centered approach that enhances our ability to serve businesses and individuals across the region.”

Kang Haggerty LLC is a boutique business litigation firm with offices in Philadelphia, PA and Marlton, NJ. The firm was formed by lawyers with a wide range of professional, cultural, social, and political backgrounds.

National Recognition

• Tier 2 – Construction Law
• Tier 2 – Litigation – Construction

Regional Rankings – Philadelphia Metro

• Tier 1 – Construction Law
• Tier 1 – Litigation – Construction
• Tier 2 – Commercial Litigation

These rankings reflect the firm’s continued strength in complex construction and commercial matters, as well as its commitment to delivering strategic, results-driven counsel across the region and beyond.

About Best Law Firms®

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Edward Kang and Kandis Kovalsky of Kang Haggerty

House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Ranking Member Mark Takano of California.

Kang Haggerty was invited for its pivotal role in a landmark False Claims Act (FCA) whistleblower case against Insys Therapeutics, a pharmaceutical company known for its unlawful marketing of Subsys, a fentanyl-based painkiller. Edward and Kandis shared insights on the power of the FCA to combat healthcare fraud and protect public health.

The roundtable featured prominent voices from Harvard, Brown, Penn, and the University of Chicago, and included Pennsylvania Senator Amanda Cappelletti and Congressman Chris Deluzio. The discussion underscored the urgent need for transparency and accountability in veteran healthcare systems. The roundtable was convened by the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, led by Ranking Member Mark Takano of California.

Watch the full roundtable program

Read Edward and Kandis’s column in The Legal Intelligencer: Lincoln’s Law, One of the Most Powerful Tools to Combat Fraud on the Government, Is Under Attack

Founded in 2012 by Daniel Endicott and Gerard Olson, Forest & Main is celebrated for its English-style ales and farmhouse saisons. The Fishtown outpost brings their signature brews to a new audience, complemented by a food menu curated by James Beard-nominated chef Dane DeMarco of Haddonfield’s Gass & Main.

The new location has already earned praise from the Philadelphia press. Michael Klein of The Philadelphia Inquirer noted the “pretzels ‘bigger than your head’ and an opening beer list that includes a house lager, pilsner, and festbier on the side-pull Lukr faucet; Pigeon of the Peak British IPA, ESB, and Fair Winds Oat Mild on the Angram hand-pulls; plus others on tap including Last Crusade Hazy IPA, Silent Film West Coast IPA, Magic Mountains Pale Ale, and Dance Money American Stout. There will also be local cider, wines, and cocktails.” Jason Sheehan of Philadelphia Magazine called the opening “a big deal,” praising the intimate space, the neighborhood, and Forest & Main’s consistently excellent beers.

Peskin, a seasoned employment and commercial litigation attorney, has developed a niche practice supporting startup breweries across the region. His recent article on Law.com explores the evolving legal landscape for taprooms in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Kang Haggerty congratulates Forest & Main on their successful launch, continuing the law firm’s commitment to helping small businesses thrive in Philadelphia’s dynamic hospitality landscape.

Attorneys were recognized in the following practice areas for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania:

Edward T. Kang

Litigation – Construction

Daniel D. Haggerty

Real Estate Law

Henry J. Donner

Construction Law

Litigation – Construction

Stanley B. Edelstein

Construction Law

Litigation – Construction

Gregory H. Mathews

Commercial Litigation

Kyle T. Garabedian (Ones to Watch)

Commercial Litigation

Litigation – Construction

Best Lawyers® recognitions are compiled based on an exhaustive Purely Peer Review® evaluation. Lawyers are not required nor allowed to pay a fee to be listed; therefore, inclusion in Best Lawyers is considered a singular honor.

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Edward Kang stands among an elite group as one of only 40 ranked litigators in the Philadelphia & Surroundings region, recognized for his excellence in general commercial litigation.

Henry Donner earns distinguished recognition as the sole ranked “Senior Statesman” for Construction Law in Pennsylvania, underscoring his decades of leadership and influence in the field.

Learn more about the Chambers USA Methodology here.

Pennsylvania Super Lawyers List — 2025

Edward T. Kang – Business Litigation

Jacklyn Fetbroyt – Business/Corporate

Henry J. Donner – Construction Litigation, Real Estate, Employee Benefits

Stanley B. Edelstein – Construction Litigation, Alternative Dispute Resolution

Pennsylvania Rising Stars List — 2025

Kandis L. Kovalsky – Business Litigation, Antitrust Litigation, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Civil Litigation

Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a rating service for lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The lawyers selected include those with many years of experience, as well as the Rising Stars of the profession. Read more about the methodology and selection process here.

Peskin represents Trevor Otto, a lease contracting officer at the General Services Administration in Philadelphia, on his appeal to the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board.

According to the Inquirer, “Otto is a disabled veteran, and his wife is a caregiver for her parents. They depend on his salary to support themselves and their two young children. He’s appealing his termination to the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board, arguing that he should not have been let go given his status.”

Law360 recently published an Expert Analysis authored by Peskin on How DOGE’s Severance Plan May Affect Federal Employees. If you have been impacted by federal layoffs and seek attorney representation and guidance, please contact Aaron at Kang Haggerty.

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The class-action complaint, filed in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania last week against Philadelphia, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, the Philadelphia Parking Authority, and PPA officials, takes issue with the wording of violation notices because the notices say the registered owner of the car is liable to pay the fine. “Noticeably absent” from the notices, the lawsuit says, is that car owners can dispute a citation if they didn’t drive the car.

“People don’t even know that they have a defense because the tickets are misleading,” said Kyle Garabedian, an attorney with Kang Haggerty who represents the car owners.

The due process violations alleged in the complaint raise concerns that the programs issue misleading tickets as a way to “generate a massive amount of money,” Garabedian said.

To join or learn more about this class action lawsuit, please contact Kang Haggerty today for more information.

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“We are thrilled to welcome Ralph, Aaron, and Josh to the firm,” said Edward T. Kang, Managing Member of Kang Haggerty. “Their impressive track record and shared commitment to excellence align perfectly with our firm’s values. Together, we will continue to deliver the highest quality of legal services to our clients, fostering growth and success.”

Ferrara’s focus is on general litigation matters with a particular emphasis on construction and complex commercial litigation. He has extensive trial experience, having handled more than 200 trials, hearings and arbitrations combined. Before he founded the Ferrara Law Group, he started and managed the Princeton, NJ office of Richardson & Patel, was Managing Partner of the Cherry Hill, NJ office of Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel, chaired Wolf Block’s Construction Industry Group, and led the Litigation Department and was on the executive committee at Flaster Greenberg.

“It is exciting to be joining an established and growing law firm in the Pennsylvania/New Jersey market that will enable our clients to access additional practice groups, technology, staff, and resources to better serve them,” said Ferrara.

Before co-founding the Ferrara Law Group, Peskin practiced in the commercial litigation and e-discovery groups of Drinker Biddle & Reath, Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell& Hippel, and Richardson & Patel. He has experience in a wide variety of complex matters including commercial litigation, consumer rights class actions, telecommunications, product liability, trademark, construction, and environmental.  He also has a niche practice representing breweries in the Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey area.  His rapidly growing employment practice represents both employers and employees in a wide variety of matters ranging from employment and severance agreements to employment litigation under state and federal statutes.

Hirshey started his legal career as a clerk for (former) Justice Russell M. Nigro of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, before joining DLA Piper as an associate in the Litigation Practice Group, gaining significant experience in manufacturing, trucking and construction law. Josh then gained in-depth experience as in-house counsel to multiple businesses while continuing his work as a litigator.

Kang Haggerty, established in 2013, now has grown to 21 attorneys, with offices in Philadelphia, PA and Marlton, NJ.

News coverage of Ferrara Law Group Attorneys joining Kang Haggerty:

Law360* — Kang Haggerty Brings On Litigators From NJ Boutique

The Legal Intelligencer* — People in the News—Feb. 3, 2025

The Legal Intelligencer* — Smaller Firms in ‘Growth Mode’ as Competition, Rates Heat Up

PR Newswire

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