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Burch & Cracchiolo names Susie Ingold President

March 14, 2024

PHOENIX, AZ—Burch & Cracchiolo announced that partner Susanne (“Susie”) E. Ingold has been elected president of the Firm. Ingold has been in practice with Burch & Cracchiolo for 26 years and is the first woman to lead the Firm. She succeeds Andy Abraham, who has served as president and led the Firm since 2017. Ingold’s practice specializes in all aspects of Employment Law and Litigation. She is a seasoned trial lawyer and has tried cases in State and Federal Court. She has argued cases before the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, as well as the Arizona Court of Appeals. She represents employers before the National Labor Relations Board, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Arizona Attorney General’s Office and the United States Department of Labor.

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Lang Appointed to the Numbers Holding Company Advisory Board

March 18, 2024

DENVER, CO—Moye White attorney Jennifer Knight Lang has been appointed to the Advisory Board for The Numbers Holding Company. The Numbers Holding company owns and operates the social halls Number 38 in Denver, Colorado, and Number 15 in Louisville, Kentucky. Lang has been a part of the growth of the company since the beginning and is now taking on a more strategic role. As a member of the Advisory Board, Lang’s legal background in construction and real estate law will be invaluable as the company continues to fulfill their vision of establishing places that highlight local creators in burgeoning neighborhoods. Lang is a construction and real estate litigation attorney.

Polsinelli Grows in Boston With Biotech IP Counsel Brian Larivee

March 18, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—Experienced trial attorney Scott D. Taffet has joined Marshall Dennehey’s Westchester County office as a shareholder in the Casualty Department. Taffet focuses his practice on insurance defense litigation, including personal injury, trucking and transportation, property damage, and construction litigation matters. Previously, he was a partner at Penino & Moynihan LLP in White Plains.

Polsinelli Launches Solare Program to Help Companies Combat Online and Offline Threats to Their Brands

March 18, 2024

DENVER, CO—Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli is pleased to announce the launch of Solare, a dedicated and bespoke program designed to help companies strategically address threats to their brands, both online and offline. Solare is a full-service program developed by Polsinelli’s highly experienced attorneys from a range of the firm’s departments and practices. The program provides clients with a comprehensive suite of services to identify and combat these issues – Intellectual Property Development & Business Evaluation, Online Enforcement and Offline Enforcement, all managed by Polsinelli’s IP attorneys and streamlined for maximum efficiency for clients. For online enforcement, Solare utilizes a cutting-edge tool for enforcing clients’ IP portfolio and policies across channels where their brand faces threats.

Robert F. “Rob” Lewis
Marbet Lewis

Shutts & Bowen Welcomes New Partners

March 18, 2024

MIAMI, FL—Shutts & Bowen, a full-service business law firm, is pleased to announce that Robert F. “Rob” Lewis and Marbet Lewis have joined the Miami office as partners in the firm’s newly formed Alcohol and Regulated Industries Practice Group.
Robert and Marbet hail from Spiritus Law, an entrepreneurial regulatory and business law firm focused on the representation of highly regulated industries and transactions. The boutique firm, which was founded by Robert and Marbet, had a particular experience in alcohol licensing as well as federal, state, and local regulatory and business licensing, and hospitality law. Robert and Marbet will serve as Co-Chairs of the Alcohol and Regulated Industries Practice Group. Robert has a demonstrated history of representing members of the alcohol and hospitality industries, including retailers, wholesalers, and producers of alcoholic beverages. Marbet focuses on the representation of hospitality, restaurant, entertainment and alcohol industry clients.

Polsinelli Grows in Boston With Biotech IP Counsel Brian Larivee

March 18, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli has welcomed Brian J. Larivee to the firm’s Boston office as counsel in the Intellectual Property Department and the Hatch Waxman and Biologics Practice. With extensive experience in private practice and in-house in litigation for both start-up and Fortune 500 biotechnology companies, Larivee brings a unique lens to representing clients, having directly advised CEOs, CLOs, global franchise leads and boards of directors on how the law of patent litigation intersects with the business imperatives of running a biotechnology company.

Barnes & Thornburg Welcomes Experienced Bankruptcy Group Led By Partners Frank DeBorde and Lisa Wolgast

March 18, 2024

ATLANTA, GA—Barnes & Thornburg announced today that a bankruptcy group, led by partners Frank W. DeBorde and Lisa Wolgast, has joined the firm’s Finance, Insolvency and Restructuring Department in Atlanta. The team includes of counsel Jason H. Watson and associate Talia B. Wagner. Frank W. DeBorde has practiced as a bankruptcy and workout lawyer for more than three decades, conducting complex workouts and representing creditors in state, federal, and bankruptcy courts nationwide. Lisa Wolgast focuses her practice on creditors’ rights and bankruptcy issues. Jason H. Watson represents secured lenders and special servicers in large-scale bankruptcy matters. Talia B. Wagner works with lenders and unsecured creditors’ committees on Chapter 11 cases, real estate and asset-based financings, term loans, lines of credit, letters of credit, revolving credit facilities, and franchise financing.

Stephanie Friese
Christine Norstadt

Bradley Welcomes Team of Real Estate Attorneys to Its Atlanta Office

March 18, 2024

ATLANTA, GA—Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that commercial real estate partners Stephanie Friese and Christine R. Norstadt have joined the firm’s Atlanta office, along with senior attorney Katherine M. Fish and associate William Janousek. All previously practiced together, and Ms. Friese served as national chair of their firm’s real estate practice. Ms. Friese’s practice focuses on commercial real estate transactions, from acquisition, development, leasing, financing, and disposition to counseling asset managers, developers, landlords and tenants. Ms. Norstadt counsels owners, managers and users of office, retail and industrial properties, apartments and land in all aspects of commercial real estate, most frequently, involving acquisitions and dispositions, financing, leasing and development matters. Ms. Fish advises lenders in real estate-backed commercial finance transactions, and buyers, sellers, and governmental entities in various real estate matters, including acquisitions and dispositions, and easement negotiations. Mr. Janousek assists clients with commercial lease negotiation, title review, acquisition and disposition due diligence, and contract drafting.

Heidi Urness
Perry Salzhauer

Bayou Roots to Emerald Peaks: McGlinchey Expands Seattle Footprint

March 18, 2024

SEATTLE, WA—McGlinchey Stafford is pleased to announce the opening of its new Seattle office, marking a significant step in its ongoing nationwide expansion. Situated in the iconic “Darth Vader Building” at 4th and Blanchard in the Belltown neighborhood, the nearly 3,000-square-foot space signifies McGlinchey’s strategic growth in the vibrant heart of Seattle. Leading McGlinchey’s Seattle team are three attorneys who deploy their skills in both traditional and emerging industries, with a focus on – and more than 25 collective years of experience serving – the cannabis industry: Members Heidi Urness and Perry Salzhauer (Cannabis team co-chairs) and Associate Daniel Shortt. They are poised to leverage this move to deepen the firm’s roots in the local market and expand its services. The office will focus on growing the firm’s traditional legal services to provide a comprehensive legal offering to clients in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

Norton Rose Fulbright Introduces Technology Transactions Team and Leadership

March 18, 2024

ATLANTA, GA—Norton Rose Fulbright today announced the launch of its Technology Transactions practice team in the United States. Partner Sean Christy will serve as the US Head of Technology Transactions, leading this group of lawyers providing sophisticated technology and commercial transaction services to clients across all sectors. The technology transactions team, which complements and is part of the firm’s intellectual property group, works on large and complex cross-border technology and commercial matters.

Axiom Introduces New Permanent Recruitment Solutions

March 18, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—Today Axiom announced new permanent recruitment solutions designed to help clients fill open legal positions with world-class talent in a fraction of the time typically required. These new solutions further extend the company’s comprehensive suite of services and were developed to meet growing demand from clients who want to tap into Axiom’s bench of top-rated lawyers to fill permanent positions on their teams quickly and cost-effectively.

Reminger Co., LPA Announces New Leadership Structure

March 18, 2024

CLEVELAND, OH—Reminger Co., LPA is proud to announce the creation of our Executive Leadership Group. Reminger Co., LPA is proud to announce the creation of our Executive Leadership Group. New appointments include Brian Gannon (President), William Meadows (Vice President & Treasurer), Brian Sullivan (Secretary / General Counsel), Ronald Fresco (Vice President), Stephen Walters (Vice President), Nick Brunette (Vice President Practice Group Collaboration), Melvin Davis (Vice President Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion),
Holly Wilson (Vice President Professional Development), David Hudson (Vice President Marketing), Andrew Dorman (Vice President Client Development), Diane Giorgi (Director of Firm Operations and Human Resources Mario Ciano – Emeritus), Mark Bush (Kentucky Legal Operations Liaison), Ronald Mingus (Indiana Legal Operations Liaison), Susan Blasik-Miller (Partner-in-Charge of our Dayton Office), Paulette Ivan (Workers’ Compensation Co-Chair), Thomas Kilbane (Long-Term Care Liability Co-Chair), Justin Harris (General Liability / Surplus Risk Co-Chair), Taylor Knight (Retail, Hospitality and Entertainment Facilities Co-Chair). Associate Liaison Committee include Taylor Knight, Jonathan Krol, Nathan Lennon, Joseph Palcko, Zachary Pyers, Katie Zorc, Lyndsay Ignasiak. Paralegal Liaison Committee include Daniel Egger, Jackie Jewell, Samuel Meadows.

Schwartz Sladkus Reich Greenberg Atlas LLP Raises Money for Charity on the FAU Basketball Court

March 18, 2024

BOCA RATON, FL—Schwartz Sladkus Reich Greenberg Atlas LLP (SSRGA), a proud supporter of Florida Atlantic University, raised $2,240.00 for Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Palm Beach County, thanks to the sharpshooting of FAU’s men’s and women’s basketball players. SSRGA committed to donating $10 for each three-point shot made during the 2023-24 season home games as part of a campaign called “Baskets for Babies.” On Saturday March 1, firm representatives presented a $1,000 check to the nonprofit organization during halftime of the women’s game against Tulane, and then on March 9, presented a check for $1,200 during the men’s game against Memphis. The amount grew as the March 9 game progressed.

King & Spalding Adds Tax Partner Craig Phillips in New York

March 18, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—King & Spalding announced today that tax lawyer Craig Phillips has joined the firm as a partner in its Corporate practice group. Phillips is based in the firm’s New York office. Phillips works with private funds and corporations on complex M&A transactions, including joint ventures, acquisitions, dispositions and debt workouts.

VF Law Continues Growth, Adds Of Counsel Dax R. Watson to Phoenix Office

March 15, 2024

PHOENIX, AZ—VF Law is pleased to welcome Dax R. Watson as Of Counsel to its Phoenix office. With over two decades of legal experience, Watson focuses his practice on commercial litigation and real estate law.

Dani Bhadare-Valente
Elizabeth C. Tirrill

Neal & Harwell Adds Two Associates

March 15, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN—Dani Bhadare-Valente and Elizabeth C. Tirrill have joined Neal & Harwell, PLC as associates in the firm’s litigation group. Bhadare-Valente’s practice will focus on complex business litigation and entertainment law litigation. Tirrill is a litigation associate whose practice focuses on complex business litigation, entertainment law and intellectual property matters. 

Davis Malm Shareholder Jennifer L. Salerno Presents at Jane Does Well “Ask The Expert” Program

March 15, 2024

BOSTON, MA—On February 29, Jennifer L. Salerno, a shareholder at the Boston law firm of Davis Malm, presented at an “Ask The Expert” program by Jane Does Well, a non-profit divorce support group for women. Ms. Salerno led a virtual discussion for members of the organization to answer questions on successfully navigating the journey of divorce. Ms. Salerno focuses her practice on all areas of family law, including high-conflict divorce and highly contentious child custody matters.

Morgan, Brown & Joy Partner Andrea E. Zoia Presented on MCLE Program, “Avoiding HR Landmines That Can Lead to Lawsuits”

March 15, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Morgan, Brown & Joy partner Andrea E. Zoia presented on the Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) program, “Avoiding HR Landmines That Can Lead to Lawsuits,” on March 14, 2024. Zoia, along with fellow faculty, discussed the employment law and human resource management issues affecting businesses and employees.

Sandia Transportation Reaches $97,500 Settlement With EEOC

March 15, 2024

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—Sandia Transportation, L.L.C. has agreed to pay $97,500 to settle an employment discrimination lawsuit brought by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency announced today.

The lawsuit alleged that Sandia Transportation subjected four female employees to disparaging and discriminatory comments, creating a hostile work environment for them because of their sex, sexual orientation, or because they did not conform to gender stereotypes for women. One of the female employees was harassed because she associated with lesbian employees. The owner referred to the women as “f*ckin’ lesbians” and “fat ugly bitches.” He repeatedly said that “women like [them] would be killed in [his] country” and that he hated “f*ckin’ dealing with women.” The harassment led to their collective terminations on the same day. On that day, the owner announced to the entire office that all the lesbians were fired. Not only does EEOC allege the terminations were discriminatory, but Sandia Transportation’s termination of the employees was also retaliatory because the employees’ objected to the owner’s harassment because of their sex and sexual orientation. Finally, EEOC alleged that Sandia Transportation failed to maintain records in accordance with EEOC’s recordkeeping and reporting requirements.

Sandia Transportation’s conduct violated Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The EEOC filed the suit in EEOC v. Sandia Transportation, LLC, Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00274-MV-GJF, in U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico after first attempting to resolve the case informally through its conciliation process. The parties successfully resolved the case through a consent decree in litigation.

Under the terms of the consent decree, four former female employees will be paid a total of $97,500 in compensatory damages. The decree also requires Sandia Transportation to refrain from engaging in discrimination based on sex or sexual orientation and retaliation. Sandia Transportation will revise its policies and practices to ensure that it does not discriminate against employees on these bases. Sandia Transportation will also be required to provide annual training to all employees at its facility and report to the EEOC on any complaints of discrimination during the term of the decree.

Attorney Adam Beaudoin Elected CAI-NC Board of Directors President

March 15, 2024

WILMINGTON, NC—Attorney Adam Beaudoin has been elected President of the Community Associations Institute of North Carolina (CAI-NC) Board of Directors. He seamlessly transitioned into this pivotal role in January, having previously served as the board’s president-elect. Adam possesses nearly two decades of experience in the intricate world of community associations law.

Greenberg Traurig’s Bradley A. Jacobson Presents at PLI’s Private Placements and Hybrid Securities Offerings 2024

March 15, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Bradley A. Jacobson, shareholder at global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Boston office and co-chair of its Corporate Practice, presented at the Practising Law Institute (PLI)’s Private Placements and Hybrid Securities Offerings 2024, March 7. Jacobson advises hedge funds, venture capital funds, private equity funds, and investment advisers.

Greenberg Traurig’s Zachary A. Dovitz Selected for Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Boston Future Leaders Program

March 15, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Zachary A. Dovitz, a Real Estate associate in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Boston office, was selected to participate in the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Boston Future Leaders (BFL) program. Dovitz represents clients in virtually all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, such as leases, acquisitions, dispositions, sale-leasebacks, financings, and zoning and land use matters.

Meland Budwick, P.A. Names Bryan Vega as Co-Chair for its Growing Real Estate & Corporate Group

March 15, 2024

MIAMI, FL—Meland Budwick, P.A. announced that the firm has appointed Bryan N. Vega as a Co-Chair of the Real Estate & Corporate Group. With decades of combined experience, Vega and existing Co-Chair, Mark S. Meland, bring a wealth of knowledge and leadership to their roles. Due to the organic growth of the firm’s Real Estate and Corporate departments, Vega will act as Co-Chair to help oversee the ongoing initiatives of Meland Budwick P.A.’s Real Estate & Corporate Group within South Florida’s dynamic market.

Governor Walz Appoints Viet-Hanh Winchell to Fill Tenth Judicial District Vacancy

March 14, 2024

ST PAUL, MN—On March 12, Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan announced the appointment of Viet-Hanh Winchell as District Court Judge in Minnesota’s Tenth Judicial District. Winchell will be replacing the Honorable Richard C. Ilkka and will be chambered in Stillwater in Washington County. Viet-Hanh Winchell is a solo practitioner at United Rivers Law Firm PLLC, where she represents clients in a broad range of criminal and civil matters. 

Henry B. Ward III
Samantha “Sam” Skains-Menchaca

Bradley Adds IP Team in Charlotte

March 14, 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C—Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that partners Henry B. Ward III and Samantha “Sam” Skains-Menchaca have joined the firm’s Intellectual Property Practice Group in Charlotte, along with associate Sarah Beth Cain. All most recently practiced at Moore & Van Allen, where Mr. Ward served as co-head of its trademark practice. Mr. Ward counsels clients on patent, trademark, copyright, advertising regulations and litigation matters in a variety of industries that include telecommunications, computer software and hardware, financial and insurance, medical services and devices and more. Ms. Skains-Menchaca manages trademark and copyright portfolios of all sizes and aspects, from clearance searching and filing to policing and enforcing, both domestically and abroad.

Dykema’s Houston Office Adds Trial Attorney Brad K. Howell

March 14, 2024

HOUSTON, TX—Dykema today announced the addition of Brad Howell as a Member in its Product Liability Practice Group resident in the firm’s Houston office. Howell joins Dykema after practicing at MehaffyWeber for nearly six years. In his practice, Howell focuses on products liability, statutory indemnity, toxic tort, and commercial litigation law. 

Mass Tort Industry Leader Nicholas D’Aquilla Joins Counsel Financial

March 14, 2024

BATON ROUGE, LA—In a strategic move to bolster its litigation finance and loan servicing capabilities, Counsel Financial welcomes Nicholas (Nick) D’Aquilla, Esq. as its new Managing Director. D’Aquilla will focus on enhancing Counsel Financial’s mass tort underwriting processes and loan servicing offering, enhancing the development of valuation models based on historical settlement data. 

Stephen Beke Joins Carlton Fields’ Mass Tort and Product Liability Practice in Los Angeles

March 14, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA—Stephen Beke has joined Carlton Fields’ national Mass Tort and Product Liability Practice as senior counsel in Los Angeles. Beke has extensive litigation experience in complex individual and class cases. His experience includes class actions, product liability, securities and M&A litigation, shareholder derivative actions, proxy battles, antitrust litigation, contract disputes, SEC investigations, securities fraud, copyright litigation, patent, and international law. 

Sanders Roberts LLP Expands into Bay Area with Merger with Lafayette & Kumagai, LLP

March 13, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA—Sanders Roberts LLP has expanded its operations into the San Francisco Bay Area by merging with Lafayette & Kumagai, LLP, a prestigious boutique litigation firm based in Oakland, Calif. As part of the transaction, Lafayette & Kumagai’s founding partner Gary Lafayette, a notable trial attorney who has successfully argued before the United States Supreme Court, tried a number of multi-month jury trials, and who is often sought to handle especially complex or sensitive matters, will join Sanders Roberts as a Partner, Coming with him will be the balance of the Lafayette & Kumagai lawyers and staff.

Prominent Health Law Attorney Daniel Guggenheim Joins Quarles as Partner

March 13, 2024

SAN DIEGO, CA—The national law firm of Quarles & Brady today announced that Daniel Guggenheim has joined the firm as a partner in the Health & Life Sciences Practice Group. Guggenheim represents clients in a variety of industries, including health care, health technology, life sciences and information technology. He delivers strategic advice, innovative solutions and practical guidance on commercial agreements, privacy and data protection, regulatory guidance, product and compliance counseling, and artificial intelligence (AI) law.

Manning Kass Announces New Firm Managing Partner Dennis B. Kass

March 13, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA—For the first time in its 30-year history, Manning Kass proudly announces a new Managing Partner: Dennis B. Kass. Dennis B. Kass, a Founding Partner and former Assistant Managing Partner, steps into the role following the remarkable tenure of Steven D. Manning. Dennis Kass, a seasoned litigator and a respected leader within the legal community, brings to the role a wealth of experience following a remarkable legal career spanning over 35 years.

Gravel & Shea Strengthens Litigation Team with the Addition of Katharine Litka

March 13, 2024

BURLINGTON, VT— Gravel & Shea is pleased to welcome Katharine Litka to its team as a Litigation Associate. Her practice at Gravel & Shea will include state and federal courts, focusing on complex civil litigation, general business litigation, and personal injury and product liability.

Former Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance Jim Donelon Joins McGlinchey

March 13, 2024

BATON ROUGE, LA—McGlinchey Stafford is pleased to announce that former Commissioner of Insurance for the State of Louisiana and attorney Jim Donelon has joined the firm as a Member. While his insurance regulatory practice is national in scope, he will primarily work from the Baton Rouge and New Orleans offices.

Alicia Lewis
Gray J. Crow

Nason Yeager Expands Environmental and Land Use Practice Area

March 13, 2024

PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL—Nason Yeager Gerson Harris & Fumero, P.A., a full-service law firm, expands the Environmental and Land Use Practice Group by welcoming attorneys Alicia Lewis and Gray J. Crow. Alicia Lewis focuses her practice on land use, zoning, government procurement, public private partnerships, affordable housing, environmental law, entitlement due diligence, community outreach, and municipal government law. Gray J. Crow practices land use, code enforcement, due diligence, litigation, environmental, and real estate matters. 

Litigator Jay Saxon Joins Baker Donelson as Of Counsel in Birmingham

March 13, 2024

BIRMINGHAM, AL—The national law firm of Baker Donelson has added Jay Saxon as of counsel in its Birmingham office, growing the Firm’s Complex Litigation and Class Actions Group. A litigator with a wealth of experience guiding his clients through various complex litigation matters, including hospitality, franchise, product liability, class actions, and commercial litigation, Mr. Saxon has routinely obtained dismissal or summary judgment in complex cases. 

Lathrop GPM Lands Kathleen Fisher Enyeart as Counsel from Oracle

March 13, 2024

KANSAS CITY, MO—Lathrop GPM LLP welcomes Kathleen Fisher Enyeart as Counsel to its distinguished Litigation practice group. She brings a formidable background that spans white-collar defense, litigation, healthcare and corporate compliance. Enyeart is located in the firm’s Kansas City office and is focused on complex high-profile and bet-the-company litigation, as well as white-collar defense.

Olshan Expands Corporate/Securities Law Group with the Addition of Partner Ari Edelman

March 13, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP is pleased to welcome Ari Edelman as a Partner in the firm’s Corporate/Securities Law Group. Edelman’s career has entailed extensive experience in domestic and global capital markets matters, securities regulation, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance.

Saul Ewing Celebrates Five Years in Minneapolis

March 12, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Saul Ewing is thrilled to celebrate the five-year anniversary of its Minneapolis office. The firm recently appointed a new managing partner for the office, Maxwell Bremer, who will continue to grow the office and promote the firm within the local business and legal communities. He succeeds Al Coleman, who now serves as chair of the Transactional Department.

Chamberlain Hrdlicka Expands Tax Controversy & Litigation Practice With Addition in Atlanta

March 12, 2024

ATLANTA, GA—Chamberlain Hrdlicka is pleased to announce the addition of Andrew D. Mullendore to its Atlanta office. Mullendore joins as an associate in the Tax Controversy & Litigation practice, where he will advise and represent taxpayers before federal, state and local taxing authorities and in all federal and state courts where tax disputes are litigated.

Courtroom Legend Steve Laird Receives Lola Wright Foundation Award

March 12, 2024

FORT WORTH, TX—The Law Offices of Laird & McCloskey is proud to announce that the Texas Bar Foundation has honored trial lawyer and name partner Steven C. Laird with the Lola Wright Foundation Award for 2024. Established in 1985, the award is presented in recognition of outstanding public service in advancing and enhancing legal ethics in Texas. Trial legend Mr. Laird has a long-standing reputation for striving for the highest ethical principles, having been appointed to the Texas Supreme Court’s Professional Ethics Committee and its Task Force Committee on Advertising and Referral Fees in the past.

Julie Meaders Joins Fishman Haygood's Litigation Team

March 12, 2024

NEW ORLEANS, LA—Fishman Haygood in New Orleans is pleased to welcome Julie Meaders as an associate in the firm’s Litigation Section. Her practice is primarily focused on environmental litigation, including coastal land loss cases in which she represents landowners, and pollution/nuisance cases in which she represents members of affected communities.

Isabel Englehart Joins Fishman Haygood's Litigation Team

March 12, 2024

NEW ORLEANS, LA—Fishman Haygood in New Orleans is pleased to welcome Isabel Englehart as an associate in the firm’s Litigation Section. Isabel’s practice primarily focuses on environmental law.

Former PCAOB Trial Counsel Mike Plotnick Joins King & Spalding to Enhance SEC and Professional Services Liability Defense Practice

March 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C—King & Spalding announced today that Mike Plotnick has joined the firm’s Special Matters and Government Investigations practice group as a partner in the Washington, D.C. office.  His experience enhances the firm’s award-winning SEC and Professional Services Liability Defense practice.

Shapiro, Blasi, Wasserman & Hermann Welcomes Partner Bradley Pepper

March 11, 2024

BOCA RATON, FL—Shapiro, Blasi, Wasserman & Hermann is pleased to announce that seasoned litigator Bradley Pepper has joined the firm as a Partner. Mr. Pepper focuses on complex commercial litigation matters, general and premise liability, first party property damage disputes, and catastrophic personal injury cases.

Womble Expands West Coast Bench With Data Privacy, Litigation Partners

March 11, 2024

IRVINE, CA—Womble Bond Dickinson today announced that partners Scott Hyman, CIPP (US/EU), CIPM, CIPT and Genevieve Walser-Jolly, CIPP/US have joined the Firm’s Business Litigation Group in Irvine. Hyman and Walser-Jolly bring extensive privacy and cybersecurity experience that spans litigation to regulatory and compliance matters. Their practices also focus on representing financial services sector clients in individual and consumer class actions.

Lightfoot Appoints CFO Warren Nash as Executive Director

March 11, 2024

BIRMINGHAM, AL—Lightfoot, Franklin & White LLC proudly announces a strategic reorganization of the firm’s management structure that elevates current Chief Financial Officer Warren Nash to Executive Director, effective March 1. With this newly created position, Nash will play a critical role in managing Lightfoot’s overall business strategies, while continuing to serve as CFO. This move well positions Lightfoot for its next phase of business growth, enabling the firm to strengthen its internal and administrative infrastructure.

Abram I. Moore Joins Venable’s Commercial Litigation Practice in Chicago

March 11, 2024

CHICAGO, IL—Venable LLP is pleased to announce that Abram (Abe) Moore has joined the firm’s Chicago office as a partner in the Commercial Litigation Practice. An experienced and steady lead counsel in both trials and arbitrations, Mr. Moore is adept at identifying unique legal solutions for his clients’ disputes while closely considering their business objectives. As a seasoned trial attorney who focuses his practice on complex litigation, Mr. Moore is a dedicated and creative advocate. He is a globally recognized litigator who has helped clients resolve commercial disputes through federal and state court litigation, domestic and international arbitration, and intensive mediations and negotiations.

Carlton Fields Releases 13th Annual Class Action Survey

March 11, 2024

TAMPA, FL—Carlton Fields released its 13th annual Class Action Survey, which provides an overview of important issues and practices related to class action matters and management. The annual publication reports on historical trends captured since the inception of the survey and includes information related to emerging issues in class action litigation. Among the key highlights of this year’s survey is the continued of growth of class action spending. Class action spending increased to nearly $4 billion, making it one of the fastest-growing areas of legal spending in 2024. More companies than ever are facing class actions, and the current portfolio by company is the second-highest on record.

Michael Elliott
Mindy Sauter

Former Federal Prosecutors Michael Elliott and Mindy Sauter Join McGuireWoods in Dallas

March 7, 2024

Dallas, TX—Michael Elliott and Mindy Sauter, both former federal prosecutors with particular experience in healthcare matters, have joined McGuireWoods as partners in Dallas. Along with counsel Chris Quinlan, they anchor McGuireWoods’ government investigations and white collar litigation practice in Texas and bolster the firm’s already significant healthcare industry capabilities. Elliott, Sauter and Quinlan represent individuals and corporations in criminal proceedings, internal investigations and civil litigation, with a focus on healthcare regulatory and compliance issues. They also develop and audit healthcare compliance programs and perform due diligence analysis for healthcare acquisitions and sales. They have advised healthcare providers, hospitals, durable medical equipment suppliers, pharmacies and other healthcare industry clients, and defended executives and corporations in white collar criminal matters.

Norris McLaughlin, P.A. Adds Thomas J. White to New Jersey Office

March 8, 2024

BRIDGEWATER, NJ— The law firm of Norris McLaughlin, P.A. is pleased to announce that Thomas J. White has joined as an associate in the firm’s Bridgewater, New Jersey office in the Labor & Employment Practice Group. White represents both employers and employees on a variety of work-related matters, including discrimination harassment, whistleblowing, severance agreements, non-compete agreements and contract claims. 

Cohen Seglias Adds Real Estate and Business Attorney Rachel E. James to Pittsburgh Office

March 8, 2024

PITTSBURGH, PA—Cohen Seglias is pleased to announce that Rachel James has joined the firm’s Pittsburgh office as senior counsel in the Real Estate and Business Transactions practice groups. Rachel represents clients in varied business transactions ranging from corporate governance and business succession to commercial real estate transactions, including due diligence, title review, deal structuring, negotiation and documentation, and closings.

Rob L. Kohen honored with Chicago-Kent College of Law Outstanding Young Alumnus Award

March 8, 2024

CHICAGO, IL—On Thursday March 7, Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard Partner Rob L. Kohen was honored with Chicago-Kent College of Law’s Outstanding Young Alumnus Award. Mr. Kohen received the award at the Chicago-Kent College of Law annual Alumni Awards Celebration at the Conviser Law Center, 565 West Adams Street.
Mr. Kohen joined Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. in 2014 and was promoted to partner in 2023. He focuses his practice in the areas of personal injury, wrongful death, car accidents, truck accidents, bicycle accidents, construction negligence, and medical malpractice.

Lisa Davis
Lisa Davis
Nicole Norris
Nicole Norris

Wittliff Cutter Adds Experienced Trial Lawyers Lisa E. Davis, Nicole Norris

March 7, 2024

AUSTIN, TX—Wittliff Cutter announced the addition of veteran trial lawyers Lisa E. Davis and Nicole Norris as Senior Counsels. Davis joins Wittliff Cutter after successfully managing a private legal practice and roles as general counsel and chief privacy officer for a Texas-based national healthcare company. Before moving to senior in-house roles, Lisa spent the first 16 years of her career practicing complex commercial litigation at a large national law firm, leaving as an equity partner. She has substantial trial experience, successfully argued before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and authored a persuasive amicus curiae brief to the U.S. Supreme Court in the influential case Sorrell v. IMS Health Inc. Norris brings more than two decades of experience to Wittliff Cutter. She began her career as a big firm trial lawyer, representing clients in high-stakes intellectual property disputes and complex commercial litigation. She has also spent the better part of a decade as a senior in-house intellectual property and commercial counsel. In that practice, she manages a global IP portfolio as well as corporate compliance and employment matters.

Katherine Fillmore

Michael Best Welcomes Esteemed Litigation Attorney in Austin

March 7, 2024

AUSTIN, TX—Michael Best announced that Katherine “Katie” A. Fillmore has joined the firm as Partner in the Litigation practice group in the Austin office. With over a decade of experience, Fillmore has established herself as a formidable advocate for clients in various industries such as healthcare providers, pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers, construction companies, and financial institutions.

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Marissa Kuryla Joins Columbus Office of Reminger Co., LPA

March 7, 2024

COLUMBUS, OH—Reminger Co., LPA is pleased to announce the addition of Marissa Kuryla to its Columbus office. Kuryla focuses her practice on general litigation and professional liability. She first joined the firm as a Law Clerk in 2022 while earning her Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati College of Law.

Polsinelli Grows in Chicago with Real Estate Finance Shareholder John Chamberlin

March 6, 2024

CHICAGO, IL—Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli has welcomed John A. Chamberlin as a shareholder in the Real Estate Finance Practice Group. Based in the firm’s Chicago office, he brings over 20 years of experience representing institutional investors, commercial banks, investment banks and opportunity funds in complex commercial real estate financings. 

Womble Expands Corporate Practice in Atlanta

March 6, 2024

ATLANTA, GA—Womble Bond Dickinson today announced that partner James H. Andros has rejoined the Corporate & Securities Group in Atlanta. Andros advises clients on domestic and international corporate, transactional, and financing matters, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, recapitalizations, capital raises, restructurings, joint ventures, and succession planning.

Norton Rose Fulbright Strengthens its Global Cybersecurity and Privacy Group with New York Partner

March 6, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that Annmarie Giblin has joined its New York office as a partner in the global Cybersecurity and Privacy group. Giblin counsels clients on cybersecurity, incident response, crisis management, data governance, maintenance, cybersecurity planning and policies, privacy concerns and strategies, emerging technologies and related compliance programs.

Michael Best Adds Nicholas Behrens to Milwaukee Office

March 6, 2024

MILWAUKEE, WI—Michael Best is pleased to announce that Nicholas (Nick) Behrens has joined the firm as Senior Counsel in the Corporate Practice Group. Behrens will be located in the Milwaukee office. Behrens’s practice is centered on advising buyers and sellers in mergers & acquisitions spanning diverse industries, and helping clients navigate complex investment, joint venture and other business transactions. 

Bradley Expands Its Atlanta Office with Policyholder Partner Austin Bersinger

March 6, 2024

ATLANTA, GA—Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that D. Austin Bersinger has joined the firm’s Policyholder Insurance Coverage team. Licensed in both Georgia and Florida, Mr. Bersinger will be based in the firm’s Atlanta office but will practice out of the firm’s Tampa office as well. Mr. Bersinger focuses his practice on representing companies in a wide variety of insurance recovery issues, including coverage denials, claim presentation, bad faith matters, and related appeals, as well as complex business disputes.

Quarles Adds Real Estate Partner Jaimie Mansfield and Health Law Partner Wakaba Tessier to St. Louis Team

March 6, 2024

LOUIS, MO—The national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP announced today that Jaimie Mansfield and Wakaba Tessier have joined the firm’s St. Louis office as partners. Mansfield  advises clients on a broad array of real estate and land use matters, including purchase and sale contract negotiations, land use and zoning applications and approvals, due diligence analysis, leasing, asset management decisions, landlord-tenant disputes, eviction proceedings and real estate-related litigation. Tessier helps clients navigate the complex health care regulatory landscape at both the state and federal level.

KCNF Welcomes Olivia Carrara as Associate

March 5, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C—Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. (KCNF) is pleased to welcome Olivia M. Carrara to the firm as an associate. She advocates for employees facing illegal and unfair treatment in the workplace, including discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Prior to joining KCNF, Carrara worked as an attorney advisor at the U.S. Department of Labor and in private practice where she represented and advised both employees and employers.

Gregory Williams and Richard Smith Join Sidley’s Litigation and Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Practices

March 5, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C—Sidley Austin LLP is pleased to announce that Gregory Williams and Richard Smith have joined the firm as partners in the Litigation practice group. They will be based in Sidley’s Washington D.C. office.  Mr. Williams is a leading international arbitration lawyer and commercial litigator. He serves as lead counsel in complex and high-profile litigation and arbitration matters. Mr. Smith is a commercial litigator with substantial trial experience across a broad range of industries. His commercial litigation practice spans high-value environmental, healthcare, intellectual property, antitrust, product liability, and complex litigation.

Michael Best Names Honorable George P. Bush as Office Managing Partner in Austin

March 5, 2024

AUSTIN, TX—Michael Best is proud to announce that the 28th Land Commissioner for the State of Texas, George P. Bush, has been named the new managing partner of the firm’s Austin office. Bush, who will oversee the office’s operations and strategic planning, succeeds Richard J. Ressler. Ressler will continue to serve as a partner in the firm’s Corporate practice group.

MG+M Welcomes Four Partners and Will Open Northern New Jersey Office

March 5, 2024

BASKING RIDGE, NJ—MG+M The Law Firm enthusiastically welcomes Nancy McDonald, David Primack, Gabriel Ferstendig and Jodie Ryan to the firm as partners. Nancy McDonald represents companies in various industries in complex multi-party toxic tort and mass tort litigation. David Primack’s practice focuses on creditors’ rights in bankruptcy cases and other commercial-related litigation. Gabriel Ferstendig defends corporate and insurance clients in complex product liability, toxic tort and mass tort litigation. Jodie Ryan concentrates her practice in civil and commercial litigation.

Former AngloGold Ashanti VP Joins Womble in Denver as Office Continues to Grow

March 5, 2024

DENVER, CO—Womble Bond Dickinson today announced that Wayne Chancellor has joined the Firm’s newly opened Denver office. Chancellor brings significant experience providing legal counsel and business guidance to national and international clients operating in the energy and natural resources sector, including two decades as in-house counsel for AngloGold Ashanti North America (AGANA), one of the world’s largest gold mining companies by market capitalization.

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