Blank Rome is pleased to announce that of counsel Judge Edward N. Cahn (Ret.) has been recognized in The Legal Intelligencer’s 2026 Pennsylvania Legal Awards. Judge Cahn is being honored in the Lifetime Achievement category, which recognizes attorneys who have made a profound and lasting impact on the legal history of the state during their careers.
In addition, Ashton L. Batchelor, Chief Innovation and Value Officer, has been named a finalist in the Law Firm Innovators category. This award recognizes legal professionals who think creatively and demonstrate a strong ability to distinguish their firms in a competitive marketplace. At Blank Rome, Ashton leads the firm’s AI transformation, pricing strategy, practice analytics, and practice management functions.
The 2026 Pennsylvania Legal Awards celebrate outstanding work and achievements across the full spectrum of the legal communities in Pennsylvania and Delaware. Honorees will be celebrated, and winners in finalist categories announced, at an awards dinner on June 11, 2026, in Philadelphia. Award recipients will also be featured in a special editorial section of The Legal Intelligencer.
To learn more about the 2026 Pennsylvania Legal Awards, please click here.