Meet Our Team

Douglas C. Loviscky

Esq. CPA

Doug is both an attorney and a Certified Public Accountant. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the Pennsylvania State University, he earned his CPA license as an associate in the Tax and Audit departments of Price Waterhouse. Doug went on to graduate cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law where he received the Pittsburgh Tax Club Memorial Prize for excellence in course work in federal taxation and the David R. Bookstaver Award for excellence in course work in wills, trusts and estates. He was also business editor of the Journal of Law and Commerce.

In addition to owning and operating his own law firm, Doug is Of Counsel to the Pittsburgh law firm Williams Coulson, a law firm specially designed to provide counsel on estate, tax, retirement and business planning matters for the closely-held business, family group, executive and professional. Doug was formerly a financial planner with a fee-based financial planning firm where he obtained his Series 6, 7, 63 and 65 securities licenses and an Accident and Health, Life and Fixed Annuities insurance license.

Doug is secretary/treasurer of the State College Area School District Education Foundation, president of Centre Region Estate planning Council, president of Centred Basketball, and secretary of the Penn State Hoops Club. He was a founding member of the Advisory Board of The Salvation Army of Centre County, the Board of Directors of the Centre Region Estate Planning Council, and the Board of Directors of Centred Basketball. Doug is a 2004 graduate of Leadership Centre County and is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, the Centre County Bar Association, and the Centre Region Estate Planning Council.

Tye J. Cressman

Esq. CELA

Tye is a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) focusing on the areas of elder law, estate planning, Medicaid planning, trust formation, and special needs planning.  His practice seeks to bring a personal feel to the exceedingly complex matters of Medicaid law, trust formation, tax planning, and business succession planning.  Making complex and difficult concepts understandable to clients is the heart of his practice and his success.

Bruce R. Irwin

CPA

Bruce Irwin brings over 30 years of professional experience to Loviscky & Associates. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from The Pennsylvania State University, he earned his Certified Public Accountant accreditation from the Pennsylvania State Board of Accountancy. Before joining Loviscky & Associates in 2009, Bruce worked for a local CPA firm for 23 years, privately owned companies for 2 years, and at a State College wealth management firm for 5 years.

Bruce’s areas of specialty include tax planning and preparation and small business consulting. Furthermore, as a QuickBooks ProAdvisor, he is available to offer support and advice to clients who utilize QuickBooks software.

In addition to his other professional activities, Bruce is a member of both the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Holly E. Morrison

Paralegal

Holly Morrison joined Loviscky & Associates in 2007 and has over 20 years of paralegal experience in estate administration, estate planning, and corporate law. She has been a Notary Public since 2002.

Holly earned her Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies from Sanford-Brown College in Saint Charles, Missouri. In 2003, she earned a certificate for additional education on the probate process for Pennsylvania paralegals. She previously worked at another local law firm, where she dealt with estate administration, estate planning, corporate law, and bankruptcy.

Sarah J. Washburne

Paralegal

Sarah Washburne received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Iowa’s Northwestern College in 2006 and joined Loviscky & Cressman in April of 2010 as our Office Assistant. She utilized her work experience to earn her paralegal certificate in 2013.

Ms. Washburne has been a Notary Public since 2011. For the past ten years, she has served as the firm’s primary estate planning drafting paralegal.

Polly Podolski

Accountant

In 2023, Polly joined Loviscky & Associates, bringing with her over 25 years of private and public accounting experience.

After earning a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Massachusetts in 1982, Polly relocated to the Los Angeles area where, after 8 years, she had established herself as a valued accountant for two prominent real estate development and property management companies.

In 1990, Polly moved to State College and took a step back from accounting to commit herself to full time parenting. Returning to her accounting career in 2001, she joined a State College CPA firm where she further developed her skills and experience in small business and non-profit accounting as well as individual, business, non-profit, estate and trust tax preparation.

Cora Heenan

Client Coordinator

Cora Heenan serves as the Client Coordinator at Loviscky & Cressman, where she plays a key role in fostering strong client relationships and ensuring clear, consistent communication throughout each stage of the legal process. Since joining the firm in September 2024, Cora has been dedicated to creating a positive, informed experience for every client.

She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology with a Minor in Sociology from The Pennsylvania State University, where she developed a deep interest in the intersection of law, society, and justice. Cora is at the beginning of her legal career and plans to attend law school in the near future.

With a strong foundation in client care and a genuine passion for the law, Cora looks forward to building lasting connections and a meaningful career in the legal field.

Michelle Elnitski

Administrative Assistant

With over two decades of experience in mortgage lending and real estate settlements, Michelle Elnitski brings a strong foundation of industry knowledge and professionalism to her role as Administrative Assistant. She serves as a key point of contact for clients, providing courteous and efficient service both over the phone and in person. In addition to supporting staff and managing a wide range of office responsibilities, she plays an active role in coordinating events and maintaining day-to-day operations. Known for her positive energy and collaborative spirit, Michelle helps foster a welcoming and productive environment throughout the office.

Jessica Resides

Office Administrator & Tax Team Coordinator

Jessica Resides is a detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in operations, administration, and client services. She earned her Bachelor's Degree for Finance and Accounting Magna Cum Laude, demonstrating both academic excellence and a commitment to continuous growth. Throughout her career, Jessica has built a strong record of supporting organizational efficiency, coordinating cross-functional processes, and delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments. Jessica's background includes expertise in project coordination, quality assurance, and executive-level support, where she consistently improves workflows and strengthens client and team relationships.

Known for her adaptability and problem-solving skills, Jessica thrives in dynamic settings that require strong organizational insight and attention to detail. She is passionate about streamlining processes, supporting strategic goals, and fostering collaboration across teams.

Eileen Weaver

Paralegal

Eileen joined Loviscky & Cressman in 2025, bringing with her over 13 years of dedicated experience working for Centre County Government. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies from the Pennsylvania College of Technology in 2012, and has been a commissioned Pennsylvania Notary Public since 2010. Eileen is excited to play an integral role in supporting the firm’s estate administration practice.

Joshua Burwell

CPA

Josh a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensed in the state of Pennsylvania. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from The Pennsylvania State University and a Master’s degree in Accounting from the University of Connecticut. Josh is also authorized to practice before the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent. He is a huge fan of sports and animals. Areas of practice include Tax Preparation, Estate and Trust Preparation, and Tax Planning Services. He holds a significant amount of knowledge in the estate and trust space as well as tax law.