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Lisa Lamm Bachman

Lisa Lamm Bachman joins PowerHouse Mediation

June 28, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—PowerHouse Mediation is pleased to announce that Lisa Lamm Bachman is joining its panel of neutrals. With over 30 years of experience in civil and complex litigation, Ms. Lamm Bachman specializes in employment law and litigation, handling cases of sexual harassment, discrimination, retaliation, whistleblower issues, and other employment matters. Her expertise also includes general civil litigation, complex commercial disputes, shareholder disputes, fraud claims, professional malpractice and ERISA related matters. Lisa Lamm Bachman now joins PowerHouse Mediation where she will serve as a mediator, arbitrator and special master for civil cases and disputes.

Craig Fischer

Hodgson Russ Partner Named as BTI Client Service All-Star

June 7, 2024

BUFFALO, NY—Hodgson Russ LLP is pleased to share that Craig M. Fischer, a partner in the firm’s Corporate & Securities Practice, has been named as a BTI Client Service All-Star for 2024 by BTI Consulting Group. The prestigious All-Star list highlights lawyers who deliver “the absolute best client service.” Mr. Fischer represents domestic and international clients. He particularly focuses on representing companies in a range of securities offerings including equity offerings, registered and non-registered high-yield and investment-grade debt offerings, exchange offers and tender offers, and in merger and acquisition transactions.

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Karl Klein

TA PLLC Partner Karl Klein Reelected to Florida Bar Board of Governors

July 2, 2024

MIAMI, FL—TA PLLC is pleased to announce that firm partner Karl Klein has been elected to The Florida Bar’s Board of Governors for a second term. He was sworn in at the Bar’s Annual Convention on June 21, 2024, and will serve through June 2026. For the next year, Klein has been appointed Vice Chair of the Board Technology Committee and will continue his positions on the Special Committee on Artificial Intelligence Tools & Resources and Mental Health & Wellness of Florida Lawyers Committee.

Bryan Grant

Lightfoot Adds Former San Antonio Prosecutor Grant Bryan to Houston Office

July 2, 2024

HOUSTON, TX—Former criminal prosecutor Grant Bryan has joined Lightfoot, Franklin & White LLC in Houston as an associate. Previously Deputy Chief for the largest division of the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office, Bryan brings over a decade of courtroom experience to the firm, having prosecuted nearly 60 jury trials. During his time with the district attorney’s office, Bryan not only managed his unit’s active caseload but also developed and executed jury trial strategies, leading a team of more than 100 prosecutors. He was heavily involved in training for the unit, conducting workshops on docket management, litigation tactics and case analysis.

Scott Metzger

Shareholder Scott L. Metzger Appointed to USD School of Law Board of Visitors

July 2, 2024

SAN DIEGO, CA—Duckor Metzger & Wynne, APLC congratulates Shareholder Scott L. Metzger on being appointed to the University of San Diego School of Law Board of Visitors. As a Visitor, Metzger joins a body of accomplished leaders from across the country who play a pivotal role in advising the law school dean on challenges and opportunities while representing the school in the community.

Snell & Wilmer Expands Portland Office with New Counsel Hires

July 2, 2024

PORTLAND, OR—Snell & Wilmer has added two new counsel to its Portland office: Kelsey Benedick, who joined the firm on July 1, and Brett Applegate, who joined in late May. Both litigators are joining an accomplished and growing commercial litigation practice. Benedick practice focuses on litigation involving property, securities, financial institutions, healthcare, and commercial disputes. Applegate brings over a decade of commercial litigation and dispute resolution experience to Snell & Wilmer.

Constangy Welcomes New Partner to Los Angeles Office: Marie Wrighten Joins Employment Litigation Team

July 2, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA—National labor and employment law firm Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP is pleased to announce Marie Wrighten has joined the firm’s Los Angeles office. Wrighten brings expertise in litigating various employment issues, including sexual harassment, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour claims, unfair competition, and unfair trade practices. She has successfully represented both public and private companies in single-plaintiff and class-action lawsuits.

Kimberly Martin
Kimberly Martin
John Watson
John Watson

Bradley’s Kimberly B. Martin and John D. Watson Honored by Alabama State Bar

July 2, 2024

BIRMINGHAM, AL—Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that Kimberly B. Martin and John D. Watson were recognized by the Alabama State Bar (ASB). Ms. Martin was presented with the Susan B. Livingston Award, and Mr. Watson was honored with the J. Anthony “Tony” McLain Professionalism Award at the ASB’s 2024 Annual Meeting held June 26-29. Ms. Martin, a partner in Bradley’s Huntsville office, focuses her practice on general litigation with an emphasis on medical device and pharmaceutical products liability litigation, as well as white collar matters and False Claims Act litigation. Mr. Watson, a retired partner and general counsel emeritus, joined Bradley in 1984. He focused his practice on general litigation, handling a variety of complex cases in both state and federal courts.

Holland & Hart Welcomes Accomplished Trial Attorneys Melissa Kerin Reagan and Katherine Varholak

July 2, 2024

DENVER, CO—Holland & Hart announced that skilled trial attorneys Melissa Kerin Reagan and Katie Varholak have joined the firm as partners in the Denver office. They each bring wide-ranging experience that aligns with and enhances strengths of the firm’s Commercial Litigation team. Melissa helps clients navigate legal and business issues to proactively avoid disputes, and when necessary, to forcefully defend business decisions. Katie is a respected, go-to litigator when the stakes are high and the issues are complex.

Thomas S. Cargill

Shutts & Bowen Expands Business Litigation Practice With Addition of Thomas S. Cargill

July 2, 2024

ORLANDO, FL—Shutts & Bowen is pleased to announce that Thomas S. Cargill has joined its Orlando office as a partner in the Business Litigation Practice Group. A talented attorney with nearly two decades of experience, Cargill focuses his practice on complex civil litigation. His practice emphasizes general business and commercial matters on behalf of regional, global and Fortune 500 clients. 

Jason Gersting

Jason A. Gersting Joins Snell & Wilmer as a Partner in the Orange County Office

July 2, 2024

ORANGE COUNTY, CA—Snell & Wilmer is pleased to announce that attorney Jason A. Gersting has recently joined the firm’s Orange County office as a partner in the Intellectual Property practice group. Gersting focuses his practice on strategic management of intellectual property portfolios within the life science, biotechnology and medtech sectors. 

Barry Weinstein
Barry Weinstein
Kevin Cifarelli
Kevin Cifarelli

Blank Rome Expands Insurance Recovery Practice with Leading Team in California

July 1, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA—Blank Rome LLP is pleased to announce that Barron (“Barry”) L. Weinstein has joined the firm’s nationally leading Insurance Recovery practice as of counsel. Barry brings more than 40 years of experience representing policyholders in complex insurance coverage disputes, including litigation against insurance carriers in state and federal courts throughout the country. Joining Barry from Weinstein is senior attorney Kevin L. Cifarelli. Kevin’s practice focuses on litigating and supervising insurance defense claims, including professional negligence, general liability, and real estate actions. 

Thomas B. Mitchell
Thomas B. Mitchell
Dan DAprile
Dan DAprile

Hinckley Allen Continues to Strengthen Practices With Two New Lateral Partner Hires in Connecticut

July 1, 2024

HARTFORD, CT—Hinckley Allen is pleased to welcome Thomas B. Mitchell and Daniel D’Aprile, Jr. as partners in its Real Estate Practice group. Attorneys Mitchell and D’Aprile are key strategic additions that enhance the Firm’s commercial real estate financing capabilities. They were previously partners at McElroy Deutsch, and will join the Firm in the Hartford Office. Mitchell joins Hinckley Allen as a seasoned real estate finance lawyer with over four decades of experience representing banks, insurance companies, and private lenders in all aspects of commercial loan transactions. D’Aprile has a robust background in advising clients on commercial real estate finance transactions, and other complex transactions including mergers and acquisitions, limited partnership investments in private investment funds, and various other financing transactions.

Robert Marasco

Robert G. Marasco, Esq., Joins JAMS in San Diego

July 1, 2024

SAN DIEGO, CA—JAMS is pleased to announce Robert G. Marasco, Esq., has joined its panel. Mr. Marasco is an experienced dispute resolution professional and has over 20 years of experience as a litigator, having tried criminal and civil cases in private practice as well as in government service as an assistant United States attorney. Based in the San Diego Resolution Center, Mr. Marasco will serve as a mediator, arbitrator, special master/referee, hearing officer and neutral evaluator, handling business/commercial, cybersecurity and privacy, employment and health care cases. 

Donna Melby

Donna Marie Melby, Esq., Joins JAMS in Los Angeles

July 1, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA—JAMS is pleased to announce that Donna Marie Melby, Esq., has joined its panel. Ms. Melby joins JAMS with 45 years of trial, litigation and counseling experience both inside and outside state and federal courtrooms across the country. Based in the Los Angeles Resolution Center, Ms. Melby will serve as a mediator, arbitrator, special master/referee and neutral evaluator, handling business/commercial, employment, class action and mass torts, entertainment and sports, product liability and personal injury cases.

Marla Anderson

Hon. Marla O. Anderson (Ret.) Joins JAMS in Silicon Valley

July 1, 2024

SANTA CLARA, CA—JAMS is pleased to announce that Hon. Marla O. Anderson (Ret.) has joined its panel. Judge Anderson joins JAMS after serving for almost three decades as a judge on the Monterey County Superior Court, Monterey County Municipal Court. Based in the Silicon Valley Resolution Center, Judge Anderson will serve as an arbitrator, mediator, and neutral evaluator, handling employment, estates/probate/trusts, family law, health care, personal injury/torts, professional liability, business/commercial and insurance cases. 

Allison Itami

Business Transactions Partner Allison Itami Joins Lathrop GPM in Minneapolis

July 1, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Lathrop GPM LLP is pleased to announce that employee benefits partner Allison Itami has joined the firm’s Business Transactions Practice Group in Minneapolis. She counsels employers and financial institutions on ERISA’s fiduciary duties of prudence and loyalty and related prohibited transactions applicable to retirement plans and IRAs, and she advises on the application of fiduciary laws to health and welfare benefit offerings.

Joe Fittante

Larkin Hoffman Elects New President

July 1, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Joseph J. Fittante, Jr. has been elected the new president of Minneapolis law firm, Larkin Hoffman. Joe has been a part of the Larkin Hoffman team for over 25 years and is the long-time leader of the firm’s nationally recognized Franchise and Distribution industry team. Joe advises franchisors, both mature and emerging, on a variety of topics including structuring the relationship, registration and disclosure, supply chain, brand integrity, transfer, and other system critical issues.

Wiseman Ashworth Trauger Adds Three Associates

July 1, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN—Wiseman Ashworth Trauger has added three associate attorneys. Megan Frazier represents physicians, long-term care facilities, hospitals and other healthcare providers. Matt Holman practices in the areas of healthcare liability defense, health care law, mental health law, long term care defense, civil litigation and appellate law. Katie Koss is a 2024 graduate of Loyola University School of Law and was a Health Law Fellow and supported clients in a health justice clinic in Chicago while in law school.

Jake Schulman

Shapiro, Blasi, Wasserman & Hermann Adds Attorney Jake Schulman

July 1, 2024

BOCA RATON, FL—Shapiro, Blasi, Wasserman & Hermann is pleased to announce that Jake Schulman has joined the firm as an associate attorney. Mr. Schulman focuses his practice on transactional commercial and residential real estate, real estate development, and finance, as well as business transactions and contracts.

Robert Becker

Buchalter Welcomes Intellectual Property Shareholder in San Francisco

July 1, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, CA—Buchalter is pleased to announce that Robert Becker has joined the firm as a Shareholder in its San Francisco office as a member of the Intellectual Property practice group. Becker represents both emerging and established companies in complex patent, trademark, copyright, antitrust, trade secret, and unfair competition trials and appeals in federal courts across the United States. His practice encompasses patent litigation and prosecution, including inter partes review (IPR) proceedings.

Zoila Hinson

Zoila Hinson Promoted to Partner at Relman Colfax

July 1, 2024

WASHIGNTON, D.C.—Zoila Hinson is now Partner at Relman Colfax. Zoila joined the firm in 2021. Her civil rights litigation practice includes cases involving discrimination in public accommodations and housing and violations of state False Claims Act statutes.

Peter Koclanes

Peter Koclanes Joins Venable’s Commercial Litigation Practice in Denver

July 1, 2024

DENVER, CO—Venable LLP is pleased to announce that Peter Koclanes has joined the firm’s Denver office as a partner in the Commercial Litigation Practice Group. He has more than 35 years of experience litigating securities and class actions; patents and other intellectual property; corporate governance and business tort claims; and disputes involving energy, oil and gas, trusts and estates, and real estate. 

Withers Makes Partners Promotions

July 1, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—Withers has appointed new partners from across its teams and regional offices with effect from 1st July 2024. Alan Witlen is based in Los Angeles and focuses on tax matters involving corporations, partnerships, tax-exempt organizations, individuals, and the income tax aspects of intra-family wealth transfers. Ilyse Dolgenas practices with the real estate group and is based in New York and assists clients with all aspects of luxury residential real estate, including purchase and sale, construction, renovation and design. Lawton Leung is based in New Haven and advises on US domestic and international tax, trust, and estate planning for high net worth individuals and their families.

Jones Foster Sees Growth During its Centennial Year with Four Attorney Hires

June 28, 2024

WEST PALM BEACH, FL—Jones Foster continues its growth in several practice areas with the addition of four attorneys. Danielle L. Jakeman and Dallas F. Dorosy join the firm’s Complex Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice group as associates, while Richard C. Vaughan and Alexander M. Parthemer join the firm’s Private Wealth, Wills, Trusts & Estates and Corporate & Tax teams. 

The O'Brien Law Firm Secures $3.1 Million Settlement for Crawford County School District Child Molestation Victim

June 27, 2024

CRAWFORD COUNTY, MO—O’Brien Law Firm Attorney Grant Boyd fought on behalf of a molested 7-year-old girl, protecting her rights and holding the offender accountable. James Philpot, a 73-year-old convicted sex offender, was hired by the Crawford County R-1 School District as a school bus driver in 2021. On February 5, 2024, he pleaded guilty to child molestation and was sentenced to 15 years in prison.

On behalf of the child sexual abuse survivor, Boyd pursued legal claims against the district. As a result, the district agreed in April 2024 to pay the victim a $3.1 million settlement.

Surveillance cameras captured the assaults, which occurred in April 2023. The video recording showed Philpot had the girl sit on his lap as he drove the bus. He kissed her and put his hands down her pants. There were one or more other children on the bus during each assault.

She suffered physical injuries, emotional distress, and damages from Philpot’s sexual abuse. The victim’s parents noticed their daughter had physical signs of abuse, which led to an investigation. Philpot worked at the school for 19 months and was terminated on May 3, 2023.

This wasn’t Philpot’s first conviction involving sex crimes. He was previously convicted of two separate sex offenses, including assault with intent to rape.

Boyd reviewed information that indicates the school district knew about these convictions. He added that Superintendent Cole Byassee was not the superintendent when Philpot was hired.

Giovanni Giarratana

Bradley’s Giovanni P. Giarratana Recognized With Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division President’s Award

June 27, 2024

TAMPA, FL—Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that Giovanni P. Giarratana has been recognized with the President’s Award by the Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division (YLD) for the third consecutive year. Mr. Giarratana is an associate in Bradley’s Government Enforcement and Investigations Practice Group, where he represents clients faced with civil and criminal investigations, enforcement actions, and compliance issues across a variety of industries.

Michelle McCliman

Michelle McCliman tapped to Lead McGlinchey’s Irvine Office

June 27, 2024

IRVINE, CA—McGlinchey Stafford is proud to announce the appointment of Michelle M. McCliman as the Office Managing Member of its Irvine, California office. Michelle has almost 30 years of litigation experience in firms of all sizes, including managing a firm in private practice. With this addition ten of McGlinchey’s 17 offices are now led by women. Michelle is a tenacious litigator who represents clients from individuals and homeowners associations (HOAs) to small businesses and large corporations. 

Lauren Black

Trial Attorney Lauren Black Joins Bradley in Houston

June 27, 2024

HOUSTON, TX—Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that Lauren Black has joined the firm’s Litigation Practice Group as a partner in the Houston office. Prior to joining Bradley, Ms. Black was a partner at BoyarMiller. Ms. Black represents clients from diverse industries including energy, construction, manufacturing, healthcare, shipping, technology, and logistics.

Mike McIntrye

Mike McIntyre Honored With Renaissance Lawyer Award

June 27, 2024

RALEIGH, NC—Mike McIntyre, Ward and Smith’s Senior Advisor for Government Relations and Economic Development, received the prestigious H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award on June 21, 2024, at the North Carolina Bar Association’s (NCBA) 2024 Annual Meeting in Charlotte. McIntyre’s expansive career includes nearly two decades of service in the U.S. House of Representatives, where he fervently advocated for rural and coastal communities, military bases, and economic development, among other causes. His efforts to recognize the Lumbee Tribe and pass crucial legislation like the tobacco buyout provided vital support to agriculture and our nation’s armed forces.

Sherin and Lodgen Partner Brian J. MacDonough Presents at the Annual International Forum of Senior Executive Advisers Conference

June 27, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Sherin and Lodgen LLP announces that Brian J. MacDonough presented at the 5th International Forum of Senior Executive Advisers (IFSEA) 2024 International Conference on Executive & Founder Issues on June 25. MacDonough spoke on the panel, “Clawback and Forfeiture in Shareholder, Partnership & Executive Agreements,” and discussed current law and practice in light of recent case law with leading U.K. and U.S. employment and partnership law specialists in this area. As chair of the Employment Department, MacDonough handles a wide range of complex employment matters.

Gillian Deutch

Gillian Deutch Joins Venable’s Growing Real Estate Finance Group in New York

June 27, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Venable LLP is pleased to announce that Gillian Deutch has joined the firm as a partner in the Real Estate Finance Group in the New York office. Ms. Deutch is a skilled attorney who has extensive experience helping clients navigate a variety of transactions, including the financing, refinancing, purchase, sale, and leasing of complex commercial and residential real estate, as well as the restructuring of deals.

Erica Weber

Arthur Chapman Welcomes Attorney Erica A. Weber

June 27, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Arthur Chapman welcomes attorney Erica A. Weber. Erica’s brings over 20 years of practice assisting employers, insurers in insurance defense, workers compensation and employment law to our team. Her experience as national trial counsel for clients in the retail and hospitality industry provides the background to successfully guide matters to the best outcome for her clients, whether through trial or reaching a resolution by settlement.

Arthur Chapman Welcomes Attorney Erica S. Stoffer

June 27, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Arthur Chapman welcomes attorney Erica S. Stoffer. Erica specializes in general liability, personal injury, automobile law, trucking, and insurance coverage. She also brings valuable experience from her previous work in family and criminal law. Clients appreciate Erica’s exceptional communication and keen attention to detail.

Samantha Johnson

Arthur Chapman Welcomes Attorney Samantha R. Johnson

June 27, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Arthur Chapman welcomes attorney Samantha R. Johnson. Samantha Johnson joins the Workers Compensation group, bringing her previous experience as a civil litigator and trial attorney. Samantha has previously handled all aspects of pre-litigation and litigation in auto, premises, and products liability cases.

Alvin Houston
Alvin Houston
Patrick Wall
Patrick Wall

Two Civil Litigation Attorneys Join McGlinchey in Houston

June 26, 2024

HOUSTON, TX—McGlinchey Stafford is pleased to announce the addition of two attorneys to the firm’s Enterprise Litigation and Investigations practice in Houston: Alvin Houston, Of Counsel, and Patrick Wall, Associate. As an experienced trial lawyer, Alvin Houston has broad civil and commercial litigation practice representing clients in high exposure matters in trucking and transportation, oilfield and refining, and property management/ apartment complex contexts. He focuses primarily on claims involving catastrophic injuries or death. Patrick defends businesses in civil litigation in a myriad of contexts across Texas including products liability, premises liability, serious personal injury, and wrongful death claims. 

Bob Mcgahan

Bradley Welcomes Financial Services and Government Enforcement Partner Bob McGahan

June 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that Robert “Bob” J. McGahan has joined the firm as a partner in the Banking & Financial Services and Government Enforcement & Investigations practice groups. Mr. McGahan joins from Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. Mr. McGahan, who has served as associate general counsel for both Wells Fargo and Bank of America, works with financial institutions and other highly regulated entities in matters involving government enforcement, international investigations, white collar defense, and high-exposure civil litigation matters. 

Maslon Meets the Pro Bono Institute's Pro Bono Challenge for Ninth Consecutive Year

June 26, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—The law firm of Maslon LLP is pleased to announce that it has met and exceeded the Pro Bono Institute’s Law Firm Pro Bono Challenge in 2023, the ninth consecutive year. A majority of Maslon’s attorneys participated in qualifying pro bono work in 2023. In total, Maslon attorneys contributed 3,432 of their hours to pro bono service in 2023. 

Tanisha Palvia

Moore & Van Allen Member Tanisha Palvia Selected for South Asian Bar Association Rising Star Award

June 26, 2024

CHARLOTTE, NC—Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) is pleased to announce that Litigation Member Tanisha Palvia was named a South Asian Bar Association (SABA) North America Rising Star Award winner for 2024. Palvia will be presented with the award at the annual SABA North America Conference taking place July 11-14 in Toronto. Palvia, who joined MVA last June, represents individuals and corporations facing white collar criminal prosecutions and governmental enforcement actions. 

Morgan, Brown & Joy Partner Nicholas DiGiovanni Honored with NACUA’s 2024 Distinguished Service Award

June 26, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Boston labor and employment law firm Morgan, Brown & Joy is pleased to announce that partner Nicholas DiGiovanni has been honored with the Distinguished Service Award by the National Association of College and University Attorneys (NACUA) 2024 Distinguished Service Award. DiGiovanni is recognized for his service to advancing the effective practice of higher education attorneys. DiGiovanni brings over five decades of experience to his diverse clientele and has handled cases and issues in virtually all aspects of labor and employment law.

Dallas Intellectual Property, Business Litigation Firm Caldwell Cassady & Curry Adds Ashton Duke as Associate

June 26, 2024

DALLAS, TX—The Dallas-based intellectual property and business litigation firm Caldwell Cassady & Curry welcomes attorney Ashton Duke as the firm’s newest associate. Mr. Duke joins Caldwell Cassady & Curry with experience in patent and trademark prosecution, complex intellectual property lawsuits, and significant business disputes. Before his legal career, Mr. Duke was a senior technical consultant for a financial data management and accounting software firm and a software engineer for an industrial materials and equipment supplier.

Womble Adds International Tax Partner in Houston

June 26, 2024

HOUSTON, TX—Womble Bond Dickinson today announced that Phyllis A. Guillory has joined the firm’s Houston office as a partner in the Corporate and Securities group, where her practice will focus on complex tax issues and cross-border transactions. Her extensive experience advising public and private business entities, trusts, and individuals in many industries – particularly those in the energy and natural resource sector – spans over 50 countries.

Abigail Roberts Joins Carlton Fields’ Construction Practice

June 26, 2024

MIAMI, FL—Abigail Roberts has joined Carlton Fields’ Construction Practice as of counsel in the firm’s Miami office. With more than a decade of experience in construction law, Roberts has represented general contractors, developers, design professionals, and other construction entities in areas including construction-related litigation, dispute resolution, appeals, and complex construction defect disputes.

Allison L. Ko

Womble Adds Patent Prosecution & Litigation Partner in Greenville, SC

June 25, 2024

GREENVILLE, SC—Womble Bond Dickinson today announced that Allison L. Ko has joined the firm’s Greenville, South Carolina, office as a partner in the Patent Prosecution and Litigation group. She has extensive experience managing global patent and trademark portfolios, including drafting and prosecuting domestic and international patent and trademark applications, preparing infringement opinions and validity analysis of patents, negotiating and drafting license agreements, and providing patent-related opinions of counsel.

Blank Rome Government Relations Welcomes Steven Wall as a Principal in Washington, D.C.

June 25, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Blank Rome Government Relations LLC (“BRGR”) is pleased to announce that Steven W. Wall has joined the firm as a principal in the Washington, D.C., office. Steven brings 25 years of legislative and public policy advocacy experience. At BRGR Steven will add depth and breadth to the work the firm is already doing on behalf of clients in the transportation and maritime industries and expand the firm’s service offerings in sectors such as telecommunications and agriculture.

Andrey Spektor

Norton Rose Fulbright Adds Former New York Federal Prosecutor

June 25, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that highly regarded white-collar lawyer Andrey Spektor—a former Assistant United States Attorney in the Eastern District of New York—has joined its New York office. Andrey represents companies, boards of directors and individuals in criminal actions, government inquiries, civil enforcement proceedings, complex commercial litigation and appeals. He helps clients navigate criminal and civil investigations, including those initiated by the Department of Justice (DOJ), the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and state authorities, or those stemming from whistleblower complaints and workplace misconduct. Last month, Andrey obtained an unprecedented resolution for a subsidiary of an international biopharmaceutical company. The DOJ’s National Security Division issued a first-ever declination, imposing no fines, penalties or disgorgement for a long-running, multimillion-dollar scheme perpetrated by one of the company’s employees.

Leading Antitrust Partner Corey Roush Joins Sidley’s Washington, D.C. Office

June 25, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Sidley is pleased to announce that Corey Roush has joined the firm’s Antitrust and Competition practice as a partner in Washington, D.C. He joins Sidley from Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, where he was the global co-chair for the Antitrust and International Competition practice and headed the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)-facing Consumer Protection practice. Mr. Roush concentrates on antitrust and consumer protection litigation and investigations, and class actions.

SBSB Eastham Launches Dallas Office

June 25, 2024

DALLAS, TX—Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is expanding in Texas. The firm announced today it is opening a new office in Dallas and welcoming six new partners to lead its launch. The office will allow the firm to grow its already robust team of litigators and expand its depth of services in and around North Texas. The Dallas team will be led by veteran Dallas trial attorney Tom Jacks. Mr. Jacks has extensive experience representing corporations in high-stakes litigation. Mr. Jacks will be joined by partners Trevor Brown, David Henderson, Reid Hudgins, Pryce Tucker and Rasha Zeyadeh.

Barclay Damon Adds Power & Energy Construction Practice With Recent Washington DC Combination

June 25, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Barclay Damon has added a new practice area, Power & Energy Construction, following the combination announced earlier this year with Washington DC–based Shapiro, Lifschitz & Schram (SLS). The addition of 10 lawyers, three paralegals, and four administrative staff of SLS includes five lawyers dedicated exclusively to commercial and construction litigation and transactions with a deep industry focus in power and energy construction disputes, EPC contracts, and complex projects.

Signature Resolution Welcomes Hon. Victor E. Bianchini (Ret.) to Panel of Neutrals

June 24, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA— Signature Resolution is proud to announce the addition of Hon. Victor E. Bianchini (Ret.) to its panel of neutrals. With over 20 years of private mediation experience, Judge Bianchini is renowned for his empathy, patience and steadfast commitment to perseverance. His judicial experience as a trial judge in both the federal and state systems, encompassing a wide range of civil cases, has greatly enhanced his mediation practice in the private sector.

Polsinelli Bolsters IP Capabilities in St. Louis With New Shareholder Zachary Block

June 24, 2024

ST LOUIS, MO—Polsinelli continues to bolster its IP capabilities – the firm welcomed Zachary J. Block as an Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Patent Prosecution shareholder in its St. Louis office. He is one of multiple new additions to the firm’s IP practice in a strategic move across the firm’s nationwide offices. He helps clients protect their innovations, technology and market share by developing and implementing strategies for U.S. and international patent portfolio development as well as by assessing the patent landscape. 

Gottlieb Law’s Amy Wilson Wins Precedent-Setting Tenant’s Rights Case

June 24, 2024

PHOENIX, AZ—A Tempe restaurant owner has won an important tenant’s rights case in which their landlord attempted to lock them out of the business prematurely in order to replace them with a higher-paying tenant.

In the case, Burger Rush AZ, LLC, the gourmet burger restaurant, located on Broadway Road just east of Hardy, filed for a preliminary injunction in Maricopa County Superior Court when its’ landlord locked the owners out of their business when rent was just three days late. Burger Rush, represented by Amy Wilson of Phoenix real estate firm Gottlieb Law, prevailed when the Superior Court Judge overseeing the case ruled that the landlord had acted on an inappropriate assumption and belief that the tenant would not be able to cure any default, and this did not justify locking out the tenant.

After being briefly locked out, Burger Rush reopened and continues to operate.

Benjamin K. Sanchez

Sanchez Law Firm Highlights Attorney Benjamin K. Sanchez's Upcoming Community Contributions in 2024

June 24, 2024

HOUSTON, TX—Houston Bar Association President David Harrell recently appointed attorney Benjamin K. Sanchez to the Speakers Bureau Committee and the Wellness Committee for the 2024 – 2025 bar year. As a member of the HBA Speaker Bureau Committee, Mr. Sanchez will help ensure the public is educated on their legal rights, the legal profession, and the law. Mr. Sanchez will both speak to the public at various events and help find other lawyers to speak as well. Mr. Sanchez will work alongside other committee members to develop initiatives and resources that support health and wellness, helping legal professionals manage stress and maintain a balanced lifestyle.

Shant Karnikian

Los Angeles Plaintiff’s Law Firm Kabateck LLP Announces Shant Karnikian as Managing Partner

June 24, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA—Kabateck LLP is proud to announce the promotion of Shant Karnikian to the position of Managing Partner. Shant, who began his career as a law clerk at Kabateck LLP. Having worked his way up the ranks, Shant Karnikian has proven himself a formidable legal force. His expertise in insurance bad faith, disaster litigation, and preparing cases for trial has made him the go-to attorney within the firm. Shant has served trial counsel alongside the firm’s lead trial attorney, Brian Kabateck, on six jury trials, all resulting in favorable verdicts for their clients

Bill O’Neil

Winston & Strawn Names Bill O’Neil Chicago Office Managing Partner

June 24, 2024

CHICAGO, IL—Winston & Strawn LLP has appointed trial lawyer and securities litigation partner Bill O’Neil to Chicago Office Managing Partner. Bill concentrates his practice on high-stakes trial work and serves as a strategic advisor to some of nation’s largest corporations and private equity funds. He has tried business disputes to verdict in jurisdictions throughout the country, including dozens of M&A disputes in the Delaware Court of Chancery.

Lucas Parsons Joins Carlton Fields’ Government Law and Consulting Practice

June 24, 2024

TALLAHASSEE, FL—Lucas Parsons has joined Carlton Fields’ Government Law and Consulting Practice as a government consultant in the firm’s Tallahassee office. He was most recently a senior attorney with the Florida Senate Committee on Fiscal Policy. Parsons has nearly a decade of experience in government relations, with a particular focus on policy analysis and its impact on the construction and development industries. He represents a wide variety of clients before state and local governments and helps clients in all industries navigate the legislative process. 

Khalilah Walters

Knox Ricksen Adds Khalilah Walters as Counsel in Los Angeles

June 21, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA—Knox Ricksen LLP has added Khalilah A. Walters in its Los Angeles office. Walters joins from Daniel, Medley & Kirby PC. Walters has more than 15 years of legal experience, litigating complex matters in state and federal courts in several states and representing a variety of private, public, and nonprofit clients in commercial matters. 

Nicole M. Grida
Nicole M. Grida
Amber Floyd
Amber Floyd

Memphis Area Legal Services Inc. Announces New Leadership

June 20, 2024

MEMPHIS, TN—The board of directors for Memphis Area Legal Services Inc. (MALS) selected local attorney Nicole M. Grida as the organization’s chief executive officer (CEO) effective June 1, 2024. MALS board of directors also held its annual meeting on May 8 and elected Amber Floyd as their board president. Grida has represented clients in toxic tort, product liability, premises liability, personal injury, property damage and general civil litigation matters in state and federal courts throughout the country. Floyd serves as general counsel to the Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority and is a Tennessee Bar Association (TBA) Young Lawyers Division Fellow. 

Botkin Chiarello Calaf Welcomes Angie Carrera

June 20, 2024

AUSTIN, TX—Botkin Chiarello Calaf is growing its practice with the addition of commercial and intellectual property litigator Angie Carrera. A 2023 graduate of the University of California College of Law, San Francisco, Angie served as the co-chair of the Latinx Law Student Association and staff editor of the UC Business Law Journal. Before entering private practice, she interned at Indeed and Clorox, where she worked in the regulatory, privacy, and intellectual property spaces. Through her internship experience, she developed an understanding of data privacy and internet law, including various California privacy laws and the GDPR.

Ryan Thompson

Ryan Thompson Joins Lexington Office of Reminger Co., LPA

June 20, 2024

LEXINGTON, OH—Reminger Co., LPA is pleased to announce the addition of Ryan Thompson to our Lexington office. Ryan practices primarily in the areas of administrative law, representing employers in state and federal proceedings involving complex medical and insurance issues with the focus of his practice on state and federal black lung, workers’ compensation and civil defense litigation.

Lawrence Murray

Parker Scheer LLP Adds Employment Lawyer and Business Litigator, Lawrence “Lonnie” Murray

June 20, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Scheer LLP announces that Lawrence “Lonnie” P. Murray has joined as a partner. Murray is an experienced business litigator and employment lawyer, and his arrival expands the firm’s service offerings into those areas. Murray joins from Burns & Levinson. Murray has extensive experience advising and representing employers in all aspects of employment law.

Sherin and Lodgen Sponsors BBA Law Day Celebration 2024

June 20, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Sherin and Lodgen LLP sponsored the Boston Bar Association’s (BBA) 2024 Law Day Celebration on June 13 at Boston Symphony Hall. The event welcomed over 1,000 guests to celebrate the rule of law, the role of lawyers in the community, and the strength of the legal network in Boston. Dr. Danielle Allen, the James Bryant Conant University Professor at Harvard University and Director of the Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation at Harvard Kennedy School’s Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation, was the keynote speaker.

Mackenzie Compton

Mackenzie Compton Joins Columbus Office of Reminger Co., LPA

June 20, 2024

COLUMBUS, OH—Reminger Co., LPA is pleased to announce the addition of Mackenzie Compton to the Columbus office. Mackenzie joins Reminger with extensive litigation experience.

Stephen Younger

Withers Continues Growth of US Litigation Team With Addition of Litigator Stephen P. Younger

June 20, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—Withers continues the strategic growth of its US litigation and arbitration team with the arrival of senior counsel Stephen P. Younger in New York. Steve joins the firm from Nixon Peabody. Steve is a highly respected litigator and trial lawyer with over 35 years of experience representing clients in New York, as well as a sought-after arbitrator and mediator. His clients include individuals, financial institutions, mutual funds, hedge funds and private equity funds, real estate developers and multi-national companies.

Brandon Franklin

Brandon Franklin Joins Cincinnati Office of Reminger Co., LPA

June 20, 2024

CINCINNATI, OH—Reminger Co., LPA  is pleased to announce the addition of Brandon Franklin to the Cincinnati office. Brandon focuses his practice on employment law, professional liability, and general litigation. Prior to joining Reminger, Brandon primarily focused on lender servicing in Kentucky and Ohio.

Mark Mazzarella
Mark Mazzarella
Eve Mazzarella
Eve Mazzarella

Litigator and Mediator Mark Mazzarella and Land Use-Focused Analyst Eve Mazzarella Join DMW

June 19, 2024

SAN DIEGO, CA—Duckor Metzger & Wynne is excited to announce the addition of two distinguished professionals, Mark Mazzarella and Eve Mazzarella, to its legal team. Their extensive experience and unique backgrounds will significantly enhance the firm’s capabilities in litigation, mediation services and land use guidance. The father-daughter team joins DMW from Mazzarella Law, a litigation-focused firm founded by Mark, a veteran litigator who brings more than four decades of legal experience, including nearly 100 trials, to his role as Of Counsel in DMW’s Litigation Department. Eve Mazzarella brings more than a decade of experience in the real estate and development industry to her role as legal researcher and analyst at DMW.

Metropolitan Black Bar Association Symposium Provides Platform for Discussion on Development Opportunities

June 19, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—Rosenberg & Estis, P.C., currently celebrating its 50th year as one of New York City’s pre-eminent real estate law firms, recently welcomed members of the Metropolitan Black Bar Association (MBBA) as host of its inaugural Elevate & Empower: Black Real Estate Development Symposium. In further celebration of its 40th year as NY’s largest unified Black Bar Association, MBBA’s roundtable discussion focused on leveraging real estate development to empower the Black community.

Gary L. Nickelson

Goranson Bain Ausley Partner Gary L. Nickelson Honored with Statewide Recognition by Texas Bar Foundation

June 19, 2024

DALLAS, TX—Gary L. Nickelson of Fort Worth is the recipient of the 2024 Dan Rugeley Price Memorial Award from the Texas Bar Foundation. The Dan Rugeley Price Memorial Award was established by friends and family and endowed through the Texas Bar Foundation in June 1996. The award is given in memory of Dan Price who practiced law in Austin, Texas, and who passed away in January 1994. The recipient exemplifies the qualities of an accomplished legal writer and researcher, a talented and dedicated practicing lawyer, a servant of the profession as a volunteer and an advocate on its behalf. Gary L. Nickelson, a partner at Goranson Bain Ausley, has practiced family law exclusively for more than 40 years and is board certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Amy Cross

Buchalter Welcomes Shareholder to Portland Office

June 18, 2024

PORTLAND, OR—Buchalter is excited to announce the addition of Shareholder Amy Cross to its Portland office. Cross joins the firm as a member of the Tax, Benefits, and Estate Planning Practice group. Cross provides in-depth experience in complex estate planning, including analyzing current and proposed tax laws affecting estate plans and gifting strategies focusing on high-net-worth individuals and families throughout the United States and internationally.

Sean Cusson

Thompson Burton Grows Airport Law Practice

June 18, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN—Thompson Burton welcomes Sean Cusson as Partner to the firm’s airport law practice. He will work closely with Margaret Martin servicing clients across the country. Cusson specializes in airport law with an emphasis in regulatory compliance and corporate counseling. Prior to joining Thompson Burton, he founded Del Ray Solutions, where he assisted clients in maximizing their opportunities in the aviation market.

GOLDLAW Announces Recipients of Third Annual EMSHE Scholarships

June 18, 2024

WEST PALM BEACH, FL—GOLDLAW held an awards ceremony for this year’s scholarship recipients of the Emanuel McMiller Scholarship for Higher Education (EMSHE), which is awarded to seniors and alumni of The Gerald A. Williams Center for Pre-Law at Palm Beach Lakes Community High School as they apply and matriculate to college and/or law school. This year’s $10,000 award, donated by GOLDLAW, will be split between three outstanding alumni of the Center for Pre-Law: Ijahala Pottinger, Andre’Anna Hodges and Andre’Anna Hodges.

Norton Rose Fulbright Welcomes Back Corporate Finance Partner in Houston

June 18, 2024

HOUSTON, TX—Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that corporate finance lawyer Daniel Tristan has rejoined its Houston office as a partner. He previously practiced at the firm from 2008 – 2017, earning a promotion to partner in 2015. Dan is a corporate finance lawyer with a focus on the energy industry. He advises borrowers and financial institutions on domestic and international financing transactions, including working capital credit facilities, asset-based financings, acquisition financings, commercial paper programs and project finance.

McGlinchey’s African American Affinity Group Rebrands

June 18, 2024

NEW ORLEANS, LA—McGlinchey is proud to announce that the firm is relaunching its African American Affinity Group under a new identity: BOLD, McGlinchey’s Black Originators, Leaders, and Doers. BOLD will partner with the firm’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee to advocate for initiatives and programs that improve inclusion within the firm. The DEI Committee, which consists of attorneys from across the firm, works to promote initiatives and programs that enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion within the firm, including supporting and promoting attorney affinity groups.

Stites & Harbison Ranks in Top 20 on 2024 “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” List

June 18, 2024

LOUISVILLE, KY—Stites & Harbison, PLLC ranks in the Top 20 “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” for 2024 in the medium company category. The firm has made the list 18 times — 10 of those in the Top 10. “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” is hosted by the Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management in conjunction with The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce.

Jacquie Duval

Perkins Coie Adds New Chair of Private Capital and Fund Formation

June 18, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—Perkins Coie is pleased to announce that veteran private funds and family office partner Jacquie Duval has joined the Corporate and Financial Regulation practices in New York as the chair of Private Capital and Fund Formation where she will help expand the firm’s capabilities serving private funds and family offices. Jacquie brings over a decade of experience advising private equity firms, innovative family offices, emerging managers, venture funds, and private foundations.

Sherin and Lodgen Partner David I. Brody Presents at MCLE Program, “Preventing & Litigating Wage & Hour Cases”

June 18, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Sherin and Lodgen LLP announces that David I. Brody presented at the Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) program, “Preventing & Litigating Wage & Hour Cases,” on June 13. Brody addressed recent developments in state and federal wage and hour law, as well as novel theories of liability and trends. As a partner in Sherin and Lodgen, Brody represents individuals in a wide range of matters, including contract negotiation and enforcement, wage and hour issues, wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation, and whistleblowing.

William T. Coleman, Jr., Esq. Honored with Permanent Bas-Relief Display at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia

June 18, 2024

PHILADELPHIA, PA—On Thursday, June 13, 2024, the William T. Coleman, Jr. Foundation, Inc. honored the legacy of William T. Coleman, Jr., Esq. with the unveiling of a sculpture that is now permanently displayed at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, in a hallowed alcove off the main lobby. Zenos Frudakis, an internationally acclaimed sculptor, was commissioned to create the bas-relief. Coleman was a Philadelphia native, born and raised in Germantown. Throughout his career, he was the lead attorney in the Girard College civil rights case, counsel to the creation of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), and special counsel to the Warren Commission, investigating the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963. He was appointed Secretary of Transportation by President Ford in 1975, becoming one of the first African Americans to serve as a cabinet member. The sculpture stands as the first memorial in Philadelphia to commemorate the distinguished African American Civil Rights attorney and Cabinet Officer.

Stoel Rives Names Sarah Johnson Phillips Minneapolis Office Managing Partner

June 17, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Stoel Rives LLP announced today that Sarah Johnson Phillips was named office managing partner of the firm’s Minneapolis office, effective June 5th. In this role, Johnson Phillips oversees the day-to-day management of the office, its business and community activities and recruiting efforts. Johnson Phillips succeeds former Minneapolis OMP Laurie Huotari. Phillips counsels clients regarding energy project development and transactional matters, including representing clients in M&A transactions and negotiating complex project agreements for wind energy, solar, and battery energy storage projects. 

Amber Nunnally

Shutts & Bowen Welcomes Experienced Civil Litigator and Appellate Practitioner Amber S. Nunnally

June 17, 2024

TALLAHASSEE, FL—Shutts & Bowen is pleased to announce that Amber S. Nunnally has rejoined its Tallahassee office as a partner in the Appellate Practice Group. A Shutts & Bowen alumna, she previously practiced with the firm from 2017 to 2023. Nunnally is experienced in all aspects of appellate advocacy and procedure, having presented oral argument at the Florida Supreme Court and filed briefs in all six of Florida’s District Courts of Appeal. She provides appellate support during trial and pretrial activities, assisting in the development and presentation of legal arguments, record development, and identification and preservation of error.

Lightfoot Announces 2024 Diversity Scholarship Recipient

June 17, 2024

BIRMINGHAM, AL—Lightfoot, Franklin & White LLC has selected Fady Megaly, a rising 2L student at Vanderbilt Law School, as the firm’s 2024 Diversity Scholarship recipient. Megaly will receive a $10,000 award and a spot in this year’s summer associate program.

Richard Lyons

McCarter & English Adds Real Estate Partner Richard Lyons in NY and NJ Area

June 17, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—McCarter & English today announced the addition of Richard G. Lyons as a partner in its Real Estate and Cannabis Practices working out of the firm’s New York City and Newark, N.J., offices. Lyons brings a depth of transactional experience in real estate leasing and acquisitions and dispositions, commercial agreements, and corporate formation and governance matters, particularly for clients in the Healthcare and Life Sciences industries. His experience in the cannabis sector covers handling a full range of commercial agreements, business counseling, and compliance issues.

James D. DeChurch
James D. DeChurch
James N. Hurley
James N. Hurley
Christopher E. Knight
Christopher E. Knight
George Koonce
George Koonce
J. Michael Pennekamp
Marc Schleier

Six Fowler White Shareholders and Two Practice Groups Recognized in the 2024 Edition of Chambers and Partners USA Guide

June 13, 2024

MIAMI, FL—Fowler White is pleased to announce that six shareholders and two practice groups and have been recognized in the 2024 edition of the Chambers & Partners USA Guide “Chambers USA.” Fowler White Shareholders individually recognized in Chambers USA for their expertise include: James D. DeChurch – Litigation: Medical Malpractice Defense (Florida-South), James N. Hurley – Transportation: Shipping/Maritime: Litigation (USA-Nationwide Outside New York), Christopher E. Knight – Ranked in two categories: Transportation: Aviation: Litigation (USA-Nationwide) and Litigation: Medical Malpractice Defense (Florida-South), George Koonce – Litigation: Medical Malpractice Defense (Florida-South), J. Michael Pennekamp – Insurance: Dispute Resolution (Florida), Marc Schleier – Litigation: Medical Malpractice Defense (Florida-South). Chambers USA has recognized Fowler White as a top law firm in: Litigation: Medical Malpractice Defense (Florida: South) and Insurance: Dispute Resolution (Florida).

Pooja Vasudev

Attorney Pooja Vasudev Begins New Solo Law Practice PV Law PLLC

June 10, 2024

DALLAS, TX—Pooja Vasudev began a solo law practice, PV Law PLLC, in the DFW metroplex where she provides advice and counsel on a variety of business, family law, estate planning, and general litigation matters. A graduate of SMU Dedman School of Law and the University of Texas at Austin, Pooja developed her love of advocacy in the courtroom as well as prior corporate counsel roles. In addition to litigation, Pooja is also passionate about negotiation and mediation to solve disputes quickly for her clients. 

Patrick Fitzgerald

Patrick T. Fitzgerald Joins Hodgson Russ LLP

May 29, 2024

BUFFALO, NY—Hodgson Russ LLP is pleased to announce that Patrick T. Fitzgerald has joined the firm’s Buffalo office as a partner in its Corporate & Securities Practice. With decades of experience in the real estate industry, Patrick provides legal advice to investment funds, general partners, limited partners, real estate developers, and other clients in real estate investment matters and complex transactions. 

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