Welcoming Bethany Nikitenko to VIP’s Board

Bethany R. Nikitenko was elected to Philadelphia VIP’s Board of Directors last month.

Bethany is a Partner at Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock Dodig LLP, where she represents plaintiffs in catastrophic injury cases.

As a VIP volunteer attorney, she defends low-income Philadelphians against third-party debt buyers in collections matters. She is a frequent trainer and mentor for new volunteers in those cases.

For her longstanding commitment to our Preserving Income project, VIP presented Bethany with our Champion Award at our 40th Anniversary Gala in 2022.

“There is a significant power imbalance when an un-represented litigant is up against a large corporation with hired counsel. I connect with Philadelphia VIP’s mission because the organization evens the playing field through pro bono service for those who cannot afford representation.”