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Barakat + Bossa Celebrates Grand Opening of New Headquarters in Coral Gables, Florida

November 13, 2024

CORAL GABLES, FL—Barakat + Bossa “B2B”  is proud to announce the grand opening of its new headquarters located at 201 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables, Florida. The firm marked this significant milestone with a Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Trustee & GEMs Reception and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, held on October 8, 2024 where partners Brian Barakat, Giacomo Bossa, Jocelyne A. Macelloni, and CEO Clara Salvai officially inaugurated the new space with a ribbon cutting. The new office features a sophisticated training room equipped with a built-in mock trial facility, designed to enhance Barakat + Bossa’s renowned Incubator Program. This innovative program offers emerging law students unique, hands-on trial experience, often difficult to acquire in larger firms or traditional legal settings.

Dwight DeLoach Champions Community Support and Advocacy Through DeLoach Law Firm's Celebrity Charity Basketball Game

November 13, 2024

ATLANTA, GA—In an inspiring blend of legal advocacy and community dedication, Dwight DeLoach, founder of DeLoach Law Firm, is proving that legal professionals can make a profound impact both inside and outside the courtroom. Recently, DeLoach organized a widely successful Celebrity Charity Basketball Game at the scenic Chateau DeLoach, bringing together sports stars, influencers, and Atlanta locals to raise funds and awareness for Auntie Angie’s House, a nonprofit organization committed to supporting single mothers. The charity basketball game gathered a dynamic group of former NBA players, WNBA stars, and popular influencers, each stepping up to champion Auntie Angie’s House. With cheers ringing from the crowd and attendees sharing every moment on social media under #DeLoachCharityGame, the event raised significant funds and awareness for the nonprofit’s mission.

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Samuel Edmunds, 2024/2025 Minnesota State Bar Association President

November 12, 2024

EAGAN, MI—Samuel Edmunds, a partner at Sieben Edmunds Miller, has been inducted as the 142nd President of the Minnesota State Bar Association (MSBA) for the 2024/2025 term. This prestigious role marks a significant milestone in Sam’s career and is a testament to his unwavering commitment to the legal profession and his community. With well over a decade of dedicated service in various leadership roles within the bar association, Sam has consistently demonstrated his passion for justice, ethical practice, and professional excellence. His induction as President is a reflection of his hard work, integrity, and the high esteem in which he is held by his peers.

Cynthia Patane

Cynthia Patane Joins Boutique Scottsdale Healthcare Defense Firm

October 31, 2024

SCOTTSDALE, AZ—Sheston Law Group, PLLC (“SLG”) is proud to announce the addition of attorney, Cynthia Y. Patane, to the firm. Cynthia is admitted to practice in Arizona, and the U.S. District Court, District of Arizona. She earned her law degree from the University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Law, and her undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas. Cynthia brings a wealth of healthcare defense experience to SLG along with a deep knowledge and understanding of professional liability and wrongful death claims. Cynthia’s robust litigation practice also includes a special focus on the defense of ophthalmologists.

Scott Kruger

Scott Kruger Promoted to Partner at Heimerl & Lammers Law Firm

October 31, 2024

MINNETONKA, MN—Heimerl & Lammers Law Firm announces the elevation of Scott Kruger to partner, recognizing his pivotal role in developing the firm’s personal injury brand 612-Injured and advancing its client-centered approach. Kruger’s practice concentrates on personal injury, wrongful death, and motor vehicle accidents. Scott Kruger embodies the firm’s commitment to excellence, having recovered nearly $10 million for clients since he joined the firm in 2020.

Iana Benjamin Joins US Navy JAG Corps at NAS Jacksonville, Florida

October 8, 2024

JACKSONVILLE, FL—US Navy JAG Corps at Naval Air Station, Jacksonville, Florida, is pleased to announce that Iana Benjamin has joined the team as the Exceptional Family Member Program Special Needs Attorney in the Region Service Legal Office of the Judge Advocate General at Naval Air Station, Jacksonville Florida. Ms. Benjamin worked with and advocated for families for over a decade, specifically in the areas of family law and immigration law. During this time, Ms. Benjamin also became an author of a children’s book, I AM WELL: Mantras for young hearts and minds.

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Davis Malm Shareholder David J. Powsner Moderates Panel on Ethically Informed Licensing for AI at the LES Annual Meeting

November 13, 2024

BOSTON, MADavis Malm shareholder Dave Powsner moderated the panel, “Ethically Informed Licensing for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Self-Driving Cars and Other Consumer Products,” at the Licensing Executives Society USA & Canada (LES) Annual Meeting. Dave led a discussion about how AI-based products are beginning to hit the market and explored whether technology and data licensing agreements could provide a viable mechanism for regulating AI in consumer products.

Bradley and Lillie A. Hobson Recognized by Montgomery Volunteer Lawyers Program

November 13, 2024

MONTGOMERY, ALBradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that Lillie A. Hobson has been recognized by the Montgomery Volunteer Lawyers Program’s (MVLP) with a 2024 Medal of the Samaritan for her service to the organization, her third consecutive award honoring outstanding pro bono legal service. Ms. Hobson is an associate in Bradley’s Litigation Practice Group where she represents clients in litigation matters pending in both state and federal courts.

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Norris McLaughlin, P.A. Welcomes Stuart L. Kossar to New York Office

November 13, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—The law firm of Norris McLaughlin, P.A. is pleased to announce that Stuart L. Kossar has joined the firm as an associate in the New York office in the Bankruptcy, Creditors’ Rights, and Financial Restructuring Practice Group. Kossar concentrates his practice on bankruptcy reorganization and litigation matters and regularly represents secured and unsecured creditors in Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy proceedings.

Weil Adds Eight New Associates in Dallas Office

November 12, 2024

DALLAS, TX—Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP has added eight new associates in its Dallas office: Liam Corriston, Mergers & Acquisitions; Ryan Johnson, Banking & Finance; Parker Lawter, Private Equity; Edward Martin, Mergers & Acquisitions; Joseph Nelson, Complex Commercial Litigation; Sam Rosenbloom, Private Equity; Sarah Smith, Tax; and Nneka Ukpaby, Private Equity.

Distributed Law Firm FisherBroyles Comes Together to Support Veterans and Families in Need

November 12, 2024

SCOTTSDALE, AZFisherBroyles, LLP last month held its annual retreat in Scottsdale, Arizona, bringing together a large number of FisherBroyles attorneys who typically operate remotely from various locations across the nation. The annual meeting also allowed the firm to engage in a impactful charitable initiative that supported two vital causes: Gila River Indian Community and Vista del Camino Food Bank. During this hands-on effort, attorneys assisted veterans from the Gila River Indian Community by decorating bags, writing personalized appreciation notes, and packing them with snacks, books and games. They also prepared take-home bags filled with food and personal items for local families in need through the Vista del Camino Food Bank

Jeremy J. Zacharias Elected to the Board of Trustees of the Professional Liability Underwriting Society

November 12, 2024

MOUNT LAUREL, NJJeremy J. Zacharias, RPLU, shareholder in Marshall Dennehey’s Mount Laurel, New Jersey, office, has been elected to the Board of Trustees of the Professional Liability Underwriting Society (PLUS). The PLUS Board of Trustees sets the strategic direction for the organization, which provides industry-leading professional liability education, programs, products, seminars and networking events. He will serve a three-year term, effective today. As a member of Marshall Dennehey’s Professional Liability Department, Zacharias defends attorneys, accountants, insurance producers, corporate directors and officers, and other licensed professionals when claims are brought against them.

Paige Keith

Lathrop GPM Names Paige Keith as New Chief Financial Officer

November 12, 2024

DALLAS, TXLathrop GPM is pleased to announce that Paige Keith has been elevated to the role of Chief Financial Officer, overseeing the operational aspects of the firm with an eye toward long-term financial strategy. Keith previously served the firm as Director of Pricing and Legal Project Management. Keith has nearly 20 years of experience leading high-performing teams at national law firms.

Aaron Coombs

Perkins Coie Welcomes Back Commercial Insurance Litigation Partner Aaron Coombs in Washington, D.C.

November 12, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.Perkins Coie is pleased to announce that Aaron Coombs has returned to the firm’s Litigation and Insurance Recovery practices as a partner in the Washington, D.C., office. Aaron represents policyholders in a wide range of complex insurance coverage disputes and litigation, including coverage for government investigations, securities lawsuits, environmental contamination, product liability, and cyberattacks.

Polsinelli Expands Technology Practice With Artificial Intelligence Pro Laila Paszti

November 12, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, CA—Polsinelli has welcomed Laila Paszti as a principal in the firm’s San Francisco office, in the Technology Transactions & Data Privacy Practice. Joining from an Am Law 10 firm, she has extensive experience advising on technology, intellectual property and data privacy matters in transactional and advisory capacities. She has represented leading West Coast strategic, private equity and growth investors in tech-related transactions, showcasing her outstanding industry reputation

Neal & Harwell Adds Litigation Associate

November 12, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN—Drew Holt has joined Neal & Harwell, PLC as an associate in the firm’s litigation group. Holt earned his J.D. from Vanderbilt University Law School. During law school, Holt participated in Neal & Harwell’s Summer Associate Program and was a judicial intern for the United States District Court in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Kabat Chapman & Ozmer LLP Adds New Partner and New Associate to Atlanta Office

November 12, 2024

ATLANTA, GA—Kabat Chapman & Ozmer LLP (KCO) is pleased to announce that Tracy Caswell has joined the firm as a partner and Dori Butler has joined as an associate, both in the firm’s Atlanta office. Caswell joins KCO with almost 30 years of experience in a variety of legal practices, including complex commercial contracts, employment law, litigation, arbitration/mediation, negotiations, intellectual property, risk and resource management, business transactions and board governance.

Burr & Forman Welcomes Partner Ricky Benjamin to Atlanta Office

November 11, 2024

ATLANTA, GA—Burr & Forman is pleased to announce the arrival of Ricky Benjamin to the firm’s Health Care practice group as a partner in its Atlanta office. Ricky advises clients on U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulatory, compliance, and enforcement matters, including clinical trials, product development, and safety requirements for consumer products under the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

Jones Foster Impact Supports Paws 4 Liberty During Florida’s Inaugural Veterans Appreciation Month

November 11, 2024

WEST PALM BEACH, FLJones Foster is proud to support Lake Worth-based nonprofit Paws 4 Liberty in recognition of Veterans Day and Florida’s inaugural Veterans Appreciation Month. This observance was signed into law this year by Gov. Ron DeSantis to honor and celebrate the achievements and sacrifices of our veterans across the state. Paws 4 Liberty is dedicated to helping local veterans in Palm Beach County and the surrounding areas regain their independence and confidence through the assistance of trained service dogs who improve the quality of life for veterans through a supportive and enduring relationship.

Holland & Hart Adds Seasoned Oil & Gas Royalty Attorney Rosario Doriott Domínguez

November 11, 2024

DENVER, CO—Holland & Hart LLP is pleased to announce that experienced oil & gas royalty litigation and transactional attorney Rosario Doriott Domínguez has joined the firm as a partner in the Denver office. Rosario brings sophisticated experience serving clients facing complex royalty audits, demands, compliance issues, transactional concerns, and litigation.

Gravely PC Grows Firm with Addition of Veteran Lawyer Steven Hill

November 11, 2024

DALLAS, TXGravely PC announced today it is growing the firm with the addition of veteran lawyer Steven Hill. Mr. Hill, who joins the firm’s Dallas-Fort Worth office, will bolster the firm’s construction defect and insurance dispute team. Mr. Hill focuses his practice on representing policyholders, building owners and public entities, such as hospitals and school districts, in construction defect litigation and first-party insurance disputes.

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Venture Financing Partner Danny Shulman Joins Honigman in Washington

November 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Honigman LLP announced today that it is expanding its Washington D.C. office with the addition of N. Danny Shulman as partner. Shulman, who will be part of the firm’s Transactions & Counseling Practice Group and Corporate Department, joins from Latham & Watkins. Shulman focuses his practice on representing companies and investors in a broad range of corporate and securities law matters, with an emphasis on early-stage venture financings within the life sciences and biotechnology industry.

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Rebecca L. Palmer Law Group Welcomes Elizabeth C. Rich as New Associate Attorney

November 8, 2024

ORLANDO, FL—Rebecca L. Palmer Law Group is pleased to welcome Attorney Elizabeth C. Rich to the firm as an associate. Rich’s practice focuses on estate planning, family law, real estate, and probate matters. Her experience spans over a decade working in private practice and also includes work with the Department of Children and Families and the Osceola County Department of Housing and Community Services, where she directed the COVID-19 Eviction Diversion Program.

Labor and Employment Attorney Kathleen M. Cruz Joins Dykema in Dallas

November 8, 2024

DALLAS, TX—Dykema today announced the addition of Kathleen M. Cruz as a Senior Counsel in the firm’s Labor and Employment Practice Group resident in Dallas. Cruz joins Dykema after practicing with Burke Bogdanowicz PLLC in Dallas for more than four years. Cruz primarily focuses her practice on employment litigation.

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Simmons Hanly Conroy Founder John Simmons to Support National Memorial of Military Ascent in Grafton, IL

November 8, 2024

GRAFTON, IL—Simmons Hanly Conroy LLP founder, chairman, U.S. Army veteran, and longtime veterans’ advocate John Simmons has announced his support as Co-Chair of the National Memorial of Military Ascent (NMMA), a transformative project that will honor America’s veterans with a world-class memorial and museum in Grafton, Illinois. Alongside Grafton’s Mayor Retired Col. Michael Morrow, John Simmons will help lead the campaign to raise the $6 million required for the memorial’s completion by 2025.

Farah & Farah Honors and Supports Veterans with Special Beer Release

November 7, 2024

JACKSONVILLE, FL—The Farah & Farah personal injury law firm is proud to announce the relaunch of “Alert 5,” a Bavarian-style IPA brewed by Veterans United Craft Brewery in Jacksonville in honor of Veterans Month. For every pour of Alert 5, Farah & Farah will donate $5 to the Five STAR Veterans Center, a local nonprofit dedicated to providing safe housing, supportive services, and reintegration into society for veterans in need.

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JoAnne “Joleen” K. Searles Joins Shutts & Bowen as Partner in Sarasota Office

November 7, 2024

SARASOTA, FL—Shutts & Bowen LLP is pleased to announce that JoAnne “Joleen” K. Searles has joined the firm’s Sarasota office as a partner in the Private Client Services Practice Group.Searles focuses her practice on complex estate planning, trust and estate administration, settlement and probate, high net worth planning, as well as f ederal estate, gift and generation-skipping transfer tax planning.

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Buchalter Adds Former Federal Prosecutor to Los Angeles Office

November 7, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA—Buchalter is pleased to announce that Kevin Lally has joined the firm as a Shareholder in the Los Angeles office. A member of the Litigation and White Collar and Investigations practice groups, Kevin, an accomplished trial and appellate advocate, brings nearly three decades of experience as a former federal prosecutor and a white collar litigator who is renowned for successfully resolving large scale federal criminal investigations, complex civil matters, and novel regulatory issues.

Bradley Attorneys Recognized by Madison County Volunteer Lawyers Program

November 7, 2024

HUNTSVILLE, AL—Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that Emma Duke McBurney and George A. Smith II, attorneys in the firm’s Huntsville office, have been recognized by the Madison County Volunteer Lawyers Program (MCVLP) for their pro bono contributions to the organization. Ms. McBurney is an associate in the firm’s Litigation Practice Group. Mr. Smith is a partner in the firm’s Corporate and Securities Practice Group

Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard Promotes Two Law Clerks to Associate Attorney Positions

November 7, 2024

CHICAGO, IL—The Illinois law firm of Salvi Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. is pleased to announce the promotion of two law clerks, Marisa A. Gelabert and David L. Durán, to the position of Associate Attorney. Ms. Gelabert and Mr. Durán will work out of the firm’s Chicago office and will represent clients in cases involving personal injury, medical negligence, and wrongful death.

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Red Roof Names Gerrod Bede as Company’s General Counsel

November 7, 2024

COLUMBUS, OH—Red Roof, an award-winning leader in the lodging industry, has appointed Gerrod Bede as its new general counsel. With a distinguished career in franchise and business law, Bede will lead the Red Roof legal strategy supporting the company’s continued growth. He will oversee all legal matters, including corporate governance, regulatory compliance and risk management, reporting to Red Roof President Zack Gharib. Bede will work closely with the executive team to provide counsel on a range of strategic initiatives.

Lina Machado Bejarano Named Recipient of Bradley’s 2024 Cameron J. Miller Award for Excellence and Community Service

November 5, 2024

ATLANTA, GA—Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that Lina Machado Bejarano has been named the recipient of the firm’s 2024 Cameron J. Miller Award for Excellence and Community Service. The award is named for, and given in memory of, Cameron Miller, who passed away in June 2012 after battling cancer during his first year as an attorney at Bradley. The annual award is given to an associate who exemplifies excellence in his or her legal work coupled with a high degree of involvement in community service, striving to improve the community in which they live and work. A member of the firm’s Litigation Practice Group, Ms. Machado Bejarano concentrates her practice on helping clients resolve disputes in court, as well as before alternative dispute resolution bodies, and providing strategic assistance to her clients in a variety of civil matters

Morgan, Brown & Joy Adds Vineesha S. Sow as an Associate

November 5, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Boston labor and employment law firm Morgan, Brown & Joy announces that Vineesha S. Sow has joined the firm as an associate. As a litigator and counselor, Sow focuses on advising in-house legal teams, business owners, c-suite executives, and HR professionals on how to navigate complex workplace issues and maintain smooth daily employment operations.

Maureen Conboy, Former AIG Associate General Counsel, Joins Carlton Fields’ Property & Casualty Insurance Practice

November 4, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—Maureen Conboy has joined Carlton Fields’ national Property and Casualty Insurance Practice as of counsel in New York. She most recently served as associate general counsel at AIG. Conboy represents property and casualty insurers in a wide range of coverage counseling and litigation matters, with a particular focus on complex coverage and claims issues.

Littler Adds Shareholder to Employment Litigation Practice in Fresno

November 4, 2024

FRESNO, CA—Littler has added Seth G. Mehrten as a shareholder in its Fresno office. Mehrten joins the firm from Barsamian & Moody. With a practice focused on employment-related litigation, Mehrten represents employers against claims involving wage and hour violations, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. He regularly handles disputes in federal and state trial and appellate courts, as well as complex class actions, and defends clients in matters before various agencies.

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Katten Recruits Veteran Federal Trade Commission Attorney

November 4, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Katten announced today that Federal Trade Commission (FTC) attorney David Gonen has rejoined the firm as a partner in the Washington, DC, Commercial Litigation practice, building on Katten’s sizeable roster of attorneys with federal government experience. Gonen spent the last 12 years as a lead attorney in the FTC’s Mergers I Division, which covers pharmaceuticals and a wide range of other industries. At Katten, he will work closely with the firm’s corporate, health care and intellectual property practices, joining a strong bench of attorneys to advise clients when antitrust issues present.

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Olshan Welcomes Partner Edward Taibi

November 4, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP is pleased to announce that Edward Taibi has joined as a partner in the firm’s Corporate/Securities Law Practice Group. Taibi brings over 25 years of expertise in innovative transactional structuring, corporate governance and executive management, transaction integrations, public and private financings, complex legal matters, and regulatory initiatives. Taibi has led or executed M&A, investing, financing and joint venture transactions representing over $30 billion in value.

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Womble Adds Partner Daniel Fitzgerald in Baltimore

November 1, 2024

BALTIMORE, MD—Womble Bond Dickinson announced today that Daniel L. Fitzgerald has joined the firm’s Corporate & Securities Group as a partner in Baltimore. Daniel concentrates his practice on corporate transactions, including buy-side and sell-side mergers and acquisitions, venture capital investments, liquidation and exit strategies, and general corporate governance matters. 

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Chris Kingsley Joins McCready Law as Associates

November 1, 2024

CHICAGO, IL—Casey Kingsley has joined McCready Law injury attorneys as an associate in the firm’s Chicago office. He brings extensive experience in complex insurance defense litigation and data privacy compliance with significant involvement in trial preparation and regulatory research. McCready Law has been dedicated for the past 25 years to representing people who have been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, wrong-doing or recklessness.

Holland & Hart Expands Alaska Project Development Capacity With Addition of Experienced Attorney Jim Shine

November 1, 2024

ANCHORAGE, AL—Holland & Hart is pleased to announce that experienced Alaska project development attorney Jim Shine has joined the firm’s Anchorage office, enhancing the team guiding clients through regulatory and environmental review hurdles that arise in permitting and developing projects on state and federal lands. Jim harnesses extensive knowledge of the inner workings of Alaska state government and federal agencies to help energy industry clients navigate complex permitting, regulatory, and compliance challenges. 

Greenberg Traurig Celebrates 25 Years of Legal Excellence in Boston

October 31, 2024

BOSTON, MAGlobal law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP proudly marks the 25th anniversary of its Boston office, a testament to the firm’s enduring presence in and dedication to New England’s competitive legal landscape. Located in the heart of the Financial District, the Boston office has grown from a pioneering team of five lawyers to a robust roster of over 90 attorneys, playing a pivotal role in the firm’s global operations and contributing to a historic $2.3 billion revenue in FY 2023. The Boston office celebrated this milestone with a reception Oct. 16 for nearly 400 clients, alumni, attorneys, and staff at historic Fenway Park.

Greenberg Traurig’s Chinh Pham Speaks at AALAM Path to Partnership Program Kickoff

October 31, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Chinh H. Pham, Venture Capital & Emerging Technology Practice co-chair and Boston shareholder of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, was a panelist at the Asian American Lawyers Association of Massachusetts (AALAM) Path to Partnership Program Kickoff Sept. 24. An accomplished intellectual property lawyer, Pham advises emerging tech and life science inventors and companies through the strategic creation, implementation, and protection of intellectual property rights. 

Jordan, Lynch & Cancienne Grows Firm With Addition of Shahnoor Khuwaja

October 31, 2024

HOUSTON, TX—Jordan, Lynch & Cancienne announced today that attorney Shahnoor Khuwaja has joined the firm as an associate. Mr. Khuwaja will focus his practice on commercial litigation, construction matters, insurance defense, and more. His experience also includes work in data privacy and cybersecurity litigation, energy, class action defense, and white-collar defense.

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Judicate West Welcomes Polina Bernstein in Los Angeles

October 30, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA—Judicate West has added Polina Bernstein, Esq. to its roster of neutrals. Bernstein will be based in the Los Angeles office and is available for mediations and arbitrations statewide. Bernstein possesses over two decades of combined litigation and mediation experience, and she has represented both plaintiffs and defendants in employment law disputes involving claims of discrimination, sexual harassment, misappropriation of trade secrets, wrongful termination, retaliatory discharge, defamation and breach of contract.

ArentFox Schiff Welcomes International Trade & Investment Partner Christopher H. Skinner

October 30, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.— ArentFox Schiff is pleased to announce the addition of Partner Christopher H. Skinner to its International Trade & Investment practice in the firm’s Washington, DC, office. A highly respected international trade attorney, Chris has two decades of experience handling virtually every aspect of international trade regulation and compliance, from export controls and economic sanctions to customs and import regulations.

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Hannah Sadler Joins GLS Capital as Vice President with the Patent Investment Team

October 30, 2024

CHICAGO, IL—GLS Capital announced that Hannah Sadler has joined the firm as a vice president and member of the patent investment team. Sadler focuses on diligence around qualified underwriting opportunities and monitoring and managing the firm’s patent litigation investments.

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Dilworth Paxson Chairman Lawrence McMichael Recognized for Service to Philadelphia Community

October 30, 2024

PHILEDELPHIA, PA— Dilworth Paxson LLP is pleased to announce that Chairman Lawrence G. McMichael has been recognized with the Magis Award for his service to those in need in the local Philadelphia community. Presented by the legal and financial networking group Project Magis, this honor is given to individuals in the Greater Philadelphia business community who have demonstrated respect, dignity, kindness and humility toward others in their duties and profession. McMichael has spent his entire legal career with Dilworth and is recognized as one of the region’s most successful commercial trial attorneys. 

Burr & Forman Expands Charleston Office With the Addition of Four Attorneys

October 30, 2024

CHARLESTOWN, SC—Burr & Forman is pleased to announce the arrival of Laura J. Evans, J. Bennett Crites, III, Nicholas C.C. Stewart, and Kevin R. Horton to the firm’s Charleston office. They join along with four professional staff members. Laura J. Evans joins as a Partner in the Health Care Practice Group. J. Bennett Crites, III joins as a Partner in the Commercial Litigation and Health Care Practice Groups and has over 20 years of experience advising businesses and individuals on complex legal issues. Nicholas C.C. Stewart joins as a Partner in the Commercial Litigation and Health Care Practice Groups and has a decade of experience representing individuals and businesses within the South Carolina business community. Kevin R. Horton joins as Counsel in the Health Care Practice Group, where he focuses his practice on advising and defending medical professionals and institutions.

Davis Malm Shareholder Allison Ahern Fillo Presents on BBA’s “Keeping Families Together” Webinar

October 30, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Boston law firm Davis Malm announces that shareholder Allison Ahern Fillo presented on the Boston Bar Association’s (BBA) Keeping Families Together webinar, “How to File the Form I-131F for Parole in Place and Latest Updates on the Administrative Stay,” on October 29. The webinar covered best practices for filing Form I-131F (Application for Parole in Place for Noncitizen Spouses and Stepchildren of U.S. Citizens) on my.uscis.gov. Ms. Ahern Fillo is an immigration attorney who assists U.S. businesses and non-citizens with obtaining immigration and naturalization benefits.

Sherin and Lodgen Partner Joshua M. Bowman Presents on Strafford Webinar, “Hotel Acquisition Due Diligence”

October 30, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Boston law firm Sherin and Lodgen LLP announces that partner and chair of the firm’s Hospitality Practice Group Joshua M. Bowman presented on the Strafford webinar, “Hotel Acquisition Due Diligence: Seller’s Representations and Warranties, Indemnification, Timing,” on October 23. Bowman and fellow panelists discussed the particular due diligence concerns when acquiring a hotel property. The panel addressed how counsel should evaluate both physical assets as well as the operating business of the hotel,best practices for assessing the findings during due diligence periods, and effectively negotiating once concerns arise.

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Polsinelli Further Expands Real Estate Practice and Philadelphia Office With New Shareholder Gary Clarke

October 29, 2024

PHILEDELPHIA, PA— Polsinelli has welcomed Gary R. Clarke as a shareholder to the firm’s growing Philadelphia office and in the Real Estate Practice Group. He is the second new shareholder in the Philadelphia office this month and arrives on the heels of the office opening with 24 shareholders this past summer. Clarke is an experienced real estate attorney who concentrates his practice in commercial real estate development and transactions, with an emphasis on site acquisition and disposition, land use approvals and permitting, construction and leasing matters.

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Greenberg Traurig Expands Financial Regulatory & Compliance Practice With Jera L. Bradshaw

October 29, 2024

DALLAS, TX—Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues to grow its Financial Regulatory & Compliance Practice to meet client demand with the addition of Shareholder Jera L. Bradshaw in the firm’s Dallas office.Bradshaw, who is also part of the Banking & Financial Services Practice, brings a unique combination of experience as a federal and state regulator, working in-house for a regional bank and in private practice. Bradshaw advises community, regional, and national banks on virtually all aspects of financial regulatory compliance and enforcement.

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Gunster Welcomes Accomplished Trial Lawyer Grant W. Kindrick to Expanding Tampa Office

October 29, 2024

TAMPA, FL—Gunster today announced that Grant W. Kindrick has joined the firm’s Private Wealth Services practice as a shareholder in its expanding Tampa office. Kindrick is an experienced trial lawyer with extensive experience in numerous high-profile private wealth litigation matters in circuit court, federal court, probate court, state and federal appellate courts, arbitration proceedings and administrative proceedings. With a diverse range of experience, Kindrick focuses on trust and estate litigation, fiduciary litigation, and guardianship.

Davis Malm Shareholder Richard L. Sampson Rows on Second Place Team in Head Of The Charles Regatta

October 29, 2024

BOSTON, MA—On October 21, Richard L. Sampson, a shareholder at the Boston law firm of Davis Malm, competed in Boston’s 60th annual Head Of The Charles Regatta (HOCR). Representing the HOCR host organization, Cambridge Boat Club, Mr. Sampson’s team placed second out of 21 teams competing in the Men’s Grand Master Fours (60+) category with a time of 18:00.597. At Davis Malm, Mr. Sampson is an intellectual property attorney, assisting clients in building, maintaining, and enforcing patent, trademark and copyright portfolios in the U.S. and around the world through an extensive network of foreign associates.

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Parimal Garg Joins Lowenstein’s White Collar Defense and Business Litigation Groups as Partner

October 29, 2024

ROSELAND, NJ—Lowenstein Sandler is pleased to announce that Parimal Garg, Chief Counsel to New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, will join as partner in the firm’s White Collar Defense and Business Litigation groups at the conclusion of his state service in November. Garg has served as Chief Counsel to Governor Murphy since October 2020, making him the longest serving Governor’s Counsel in New Jersey history. In this role, Garg manages a team of 25 attorneys and serves as the Governor’s primary advisor on all legal matters.

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Davis Malm Shareholder Robert J. Munnelly, Jr., Moderates the Northeast Energy and Commerce Association Webinar

October 29, 2024

BOSTON, MA—On October 17, Davis Malm shareholder Robert J. Munnelly, Jr. moderated the Northeast Energy and Commerce Association (NECA) webinar, “Current Trends in Retail Marketing to C&I Customers: Opportunities & Challenges.” The panelists for the webinar highlighted the non-electric challenges faced by C&I suppliers and consumers including mandatory and voluntary renewables requirements, transitions to electrification and away from natural gas, and other state and local conservation and sustainability requirements. In his legal practice, Mr. Munnelly is a regulatory lawyer with extensive experience handling legal issues faced by clients in highly regulated industries. 

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Baker Donelson Adds Kevin C. Baltz as Commercial Litigation Shareholder

October 29, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN—The national law firm of Baker Donelson has added Kevin C. Baltz, an experienced business counselor and trial attorney, to its Commercial Litigation Group. Mr. Baltz, who joins as a shareholder in the Firm’s Nashville office, litigates complex commercial disputes in a variety of industries, including real estate, health care, manufacturing, construction, and finance.

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Commercial Litigator Valerie Stacey Joins Honigman as Partner in Detroit

October 28, 2024

DETROIT, MI—Honigman LLP announced today that it is expanding its Litigation Department with the addition of Valerie Stacey as partner in Detroit. Stacey, who will be part of the firm’s Business Litigation Practice Group, joins from Jones Day. Stacey focuses her practice on high-stakes commercial litigation and complex tort disputes in state and federal courts across the country, providing strategic guidance to clients in a variety of industries on high-profile, multi-million and -billion-dollar cases.

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Snell & Wilmer Welcomes Partner Christopher Tinen to the San Diego Office

October 28, 2024

SAN DIEGO, CA—Snell & Wilmer is pleased to announce that Christopher L. Tinen has joined the San Diego office as a partner in the Corporate and Securities practice group. With a wealth of experience and a focus in corporate and securities law, Tinen offers his guidance to a diverse range of clients navigating complex legal matters. Tinen is an experienced capital markets and securities attorney well-versed in all facets of securities law compliance and transactions. He regularly counsels public and private companies on a wide range of capital markets and corporate transactions.

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Texas Appellate Firm Alexander Dubose & Jefferson Adds Becky Gonzalez-Rivas in Austin

October 28, 2024

AUSTIN, TX—Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP (ADJ) is pleased to announce the addition of Becky Gonzalez-Rivas to the firm’s Austin office. Ms. Gonzalez-Rivas is a former law clerk to Judge M. Margaret McKeown of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and Judge Patti B. Saris of the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts. Before joining ADJ, Ms. Gonzalez-Rivas was an associate at an international law firm, where she focused on complex commercial litigation and worked on critical motions in state and federal courts. She also kept an active pro bono docket, fighting to obtain relief in wrongful conviction and asylum cases.

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Cohen Seglias Expands Commercial Real Estate Capabilities in D.C. Market

October 28, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Cohen Seglias is pleased to announce that Bran Mahoney has joined the firm’s Washington, D.C. office as an attorney in the Real Estate Group. He supports the firm’s growing commercial real estate practice in the Northeast, with a particular focus on middle-market transactions. The firm’s national Real Estate Group has an established deal-making history representing all parties in real estate transactions, from owners and developers to lenders, buyers and sellers.

Workers’ Compensation Attorney Joins Willig, Williams & Davidson

October 28, 2024

PHILADELPHIA, PA—Willig, Williams & Davidson is pleased to announce that attorney Eric S. Borjeson has joined the firm’s workers’ compensation practice group. Borjeson has focused his practice on workers’ compensation law for more than 30 years, giving his injured clients the advantage of deep knowledge of the state system and its decision makers.

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Rimon Law Adds International Tax and Trusts and Estates Partner in Philadelphia

October 28, 2024

PHILADELPHIA, PA—Rimon is pleased to welcome international tax and trusts and estates partner Patrick McCormick to the firm. Prior to Rimon, Patrick was founder of his own firm, McCormick Tax P.C. He also has experience at law firms including Offit Kurman and Culhane Meadows. Patrick McCormick represents both business and individual clients on all aspects of United States international tax rules, both from an income tax and estate/gift tax perspective.

Scholarly Analysis of Emerging AI Risk Management for Law Firms Highlight of Latest IADC Defense Counsel Journal

October 28, 2024

CHICAGO, IL—A scholarly take on risk management considerations around the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in law firms is among the articles featured in the latest issue of the prestigious Defense Counsel Journal (DCJ) published by the International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC). Other diverse topics covered in 2024’s third edition of the DCJ include the phenomenon of “safetyism” among jurors, Article III standing to appeal in federal court, rejection of cancer risk claims in Canada, and U.S. federal product safety regulation

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