Litigation associate Edward DeLuca has been named a finalist for the “Most Promising Newcomer” award by The Legal Intelligencer as part of its 2026 Pennsylvania Legal Awards. The award honors individuals in their first years as attorneys who have shown exceptional potential, work ethic, and legal acumen.
DeLuca was a summer associate at the firm. Now as a litigation associate, he supports clients through the stages of litigation and dispute resolution. He previously served as a judicial intern for Hon. Cynthia M. Rufe of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and Hon. L. Felipe Restrepo of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.
In a Q&A published by The Legal Intelligencer, DeLuca shared what motivated him to become a lawyer, explaining that his parents inspired him to pursue a career where he could use his education to serve others. “I’ve found that career as a lawyer,” DeLuca emphasized. He also shared how he hopes to build a career that contributes to the responsible integration of AI into the legal field. Read DeLuca’s finalist profile here.
Honorees will be recognized and the winners of finalist categories will be announced at an awards dinner on June 11, 2026, at the Hilton at Penn's Landing in Philadelphia.
