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Cristina Pierson

Partner Cristina M. Pierson Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary at Kelley | Uustal

June 16, 2025

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL—The nationally recognized personal injury law firm of Kelley | Uustal announced that Cristina M. Pierson is celebrating her 10-year anniversary with the firm. Pierson is an experienced trial attorney with a diverse track record of successfully representing both individuals and companies. Her practice is dedicated to complex civil cases including class action, qui tam, and commercial litigation. Pierson has served as lead and co-lead counsel in national and state class action cases, with an emphasis on consumer protection.

Lady Justice Initiative, Inc. Launches Lex 2X Exec Global Leadership Network for Women Building The Future of Law

June 10, 2025

FAIRFAX, VA—Lady Justice Initiative, Inc. a tech nonprofit whose mission is to catalyze opportunity for women building the future of law and to support practitioners more generally in harnessing AI for good in law has launched Lex 2X Exec a first of its kind global leadership network for women in law. The Network equips women with professional development support, education, resources, and a global network and community to capture opportunities and lead the building of the future of law through innovation, AI, and other emerging technologies. 

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Lindsay Oak

Frost Brown Todd Expands Columbus Office with Addition of Consumer Finance Partner Lindsay Oak

July 10, 2025

COLUMBUS, OH—Frost Brown Todd (FBT) has added consumer finance attorney Lindsay Oak as a Partner in the Business Department’s Commercial Finance Practice Group in Columbus, Ohio. Oak specializes in consumer financial services, including banking and credit union law, consumer and mortgage lending, licensing, money transmission, and payment systems. Her practice also focuses on working with fintech providers to integrate technology with traditional banking and lending products. Earlier in her career, Oak served as in-house counsel at The Huntington National Bank.

Patrick Richards

Much Welcomes Patrick Richards to Intellectual Property Group

July 10, 2025

CHICAGO, IL—Much announced Patrick Richards has joined the firm’s Intellectual Property group. An accomplished patent attorney, Richards is a key addition to the team as it assists clients in protecting, enforcing, and utilizing their intellectual property. Additionally, Richards has served in an outside general counsel role to dozens of companies and is often the first call clients make no matter the legal issue. Richards arrived at Much from another Chicago-based law firm and brings the entrepreneurial mindset of a business owner. 

Manning Kass Grows Southern California Footprint with Acclaimed Litigation Group

July 9, 2025

SAN DIEGO, CA—Manning Kass announced the expansion of its San Diego office with the addition of a powerhouse litigation team led by Lane E. Webb, an accomplished and widely respected trial attorney with over 30 years of experience handling high-exposure and complex civil defense lawsuits. The group brings specialized expertise in insurance fraud, personal injury, habitability, environmental exposure, and professional liability defense, further advancing the firm’s commitment to strategic growth, innovation, and exceptional client service. The incoming team is comprised of five attorneys and six legal support professionals.

Morgan, Brown & Joy Partner Catherine Scott Files Amicus Brief in Support of MassDLA’s Position in Miele v. Foundation Medicine, Inc.

July 9, 2025

BOSTON, MA—Morgan, Brown & Joy partner Catherine (Cat) Scott filed an amicus brief on behalf of the Massachusetts Defense Lawyers Association (MassDLA) in connection with Miele v. Foundation Medicine, Inc., a case addressing whether forfeiture clauses tied to non-solicitation agreements are definitively excluded from the jurisdiction of the Massachusetts Noncompetition Agreement Act. In the matter at hand, Foundation Medicine claimed that former employee Susan Miele had violated a non-solicitation agreement and a separation agreement. Subsequently, Foundation Medicine stopped severance payments and demanded repayment pursuant to a forfeiture clause in the separation agreement. Scott, on behalf of MassDLA, filed an amicus brief with the SJC arguing in favor of the plaintiff. The MassDLA argued that Foundation Medicine egregiously misinterpreted the Act, and that adopting the position of the defendant would cast a much wider net over a host of agreements that were never intended by the Legislature to be included in the restrictions of the statute. 

Brittany Giusini-Tsoflias

Delaware Litigator Brittany Giusini-Tsoflias Joins Barnes & Thornburg’s National Litigation Practice

July 9, 2025

WILMINGTON, DE—Brittany Giusini-Tsoflias has joined Barnes & Thornburg in the firm’s Wilmington office, becoming part of a collaborative national litigation team known for handling complex, high-stakes disputes across industries. Recognized for her command of Delaware law and business-minded approach to litigation, Giusini-Tsoflias brings a strong track record of guiding clients through sensitive and consequential matters.

Kelley Scrocca

Maslon Welcomes Estate Planning Attorney Kelley Scrocca to the Firm

July 9, 2025

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Maslon LLP announced the addition of counsel Kelley Scrocca to the firm’s Estate Planning Group. Scrocca is a highly experienced trust and estate attorney who specializes in assisting ultra high net worth clients with estate planning, asset protection planning, and complex trust administration. She has represented a wide range of individuals, from professional athletes to ranch owners to members of the U.S. Congress.

Rosemary Reilly

Sidley Continues to Grow its Leading Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Practice in Boston with Partner Rosemary Reilly and Two Counsel

July 8, 2025

BOSTON, MA—Sidley Austin LLP announced that Rosemary Reilly has joined as a partner in the Emerging Companies and Venture Capital (ECVC) practice in Sidley’s office in Boston. She joins from WilmerHale, where she spent 18 years as a partner in the corporate practice. Sidley also recently welcomed counsels Rebecca Nauta and Riley O’Brien and associate Emily Ivers to its Boston ECVC practice. Reilly brings over two decades of experience advising life sciences and technology companies on corporate and securities matters. 

Withers Announces International 16 Partner Promotion Round

July 8, 2025

NEW YORK, NY—International law firm Withers has appointed 16 new partners from within its teams and across its business regions with effect from 1st July 2025. The new partners are based across Asia, the US and the UK. In the United States, the new partners include Luca Denora (New York), Leslie Evans (San Diego), Jordan Garman (New York), Kevin Jackson (Los Angeles), Wonchi Ju (New Haven), Jessica Kaplan (San Francisco), Susanna Kim (Los Angeles), Erika Scheideman (Los Angeles),  Michael Steffany (New Haven), and Craig Weinstein (Los Angeles).

Roland Wiederaenders
Roland Wiederaenders
Sarah Florer
Sarah Florer

FBFK Expands in Austin with Strategic Addition of Corporate and Investment Duo

July 8, 2025

AUSTIN, TX—FBFK Law is deepening its footprint in Austin and extending its reach across borders with the addition of attorneys Roland Wiederaenders and Sarah Florer, who officially joined the firm as shareholders this week. Wiederaenders brings more than 25 years of experience guiding businesses, funds, and investors through high-value capital raises, securities offerings, and financial structuring. Florer adds a global lens to FBFK’s corporate practice. She’s led multi-jurisdictional deals, advised international families on cross-border succession planning, and navigated commercial transactions from the U.S. to the Middle East and India.

Donald C. Dowling
Donald C. Dowling
Nathan J. Oleson
Nathan J. Oleson

Littler's Donald Dowling and Nathan Oleson Elected as College of Labor & Employment Lawyers Fellows

July 8, 2025

DENVER, CO—Donald C. Dowling and Nathan J. Oleson, shareholders at Littler have been elected as fellows of the College of Labor & Employment Lawyers as part of its 2025 class. Dowling and Oleson will be formally inducted during the College’s annual installation ceremony, held in conjunction with the American Bar Association’s Labor & Employment Law Conference in Denver on November 15, 2025. Dowling is widely recognized as a pioneer in outbound international employment law, having played a central role in developing this now-critical area of practice. Oleson is a nationally respected labor and employment litigator with extensive experience representing employers in complex workplace matters.

Burr & Forman LLP Welcomes Jeffrey S. York, Christopher C. Hazelip Jr., and Noah M. Rust in Jacksonville, FL

July 8, 2025

JACKSONVILLE, FL—Burr & Forman LLP announced that Jeffrey (Jeff) S. York has joined the firm as a partner, with Christopher (Chris) C. Hazelip Jr. and Noah M. Rust entering the firm as Associates. York and Rust come to the firm’s Jacksonville, FL office from Shutts & Bowen and Hazelip joins from Akerman. All three will be part of the firm’s Commercial Litigation practice group.

Foley Expands Tax Capabilities with Addition of Partner David Morris in Salt Lake City

July 8, 2025

SALT LAKE CITY, UT—Foley & Lardner LLP announced that David Morris has joined the firm’s Salt Lake City office as a partner in its Taxation Practice Group. Morris comes to Foley from Kirkland & Ellis LLP, where he counseled private equity sponsors and corporate clients on a broad range of complex transactional tax matters. Morris brings over a decade of experience advising on domestic and cross-border tax issues involving mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, recapitalizations, debt and equity financings, and internal restructurings.

Cohen & Buckmann Welcomes Attorney Sherrone Torres, Expanding Executive Compensation and Employment Law Practices

July 7, 2025

NEW YORK, NY—Boutique executive compensation and employee benefits law firm Cohen & Buckmann P.C. has hired attorney Sherrone Torres as a senior associate. Torres advises on high-value corporate transactions and designing, negotiating and implementing programs for executives, employees, partners and board members. She will contribute her significant experience to the firm’s executive compensation and employment law departments. Torres joins Cohen & Buckmann from an international Am Law 100 firm.

Brian Honaker-Coe

Foster Garvey Welcomes Brian Honaker-Coe to Public Finance & Municipal Government Group in Seattle

July 7, 2025

SEATTLE, WA—Foster Garvey announced the arrival of Brian Honaker-Coe as an associate in the firm’s Public Finance & Municipal Government group, based in Seattle. With a background spanning corporate and securities law, regulatory compliance and public law, Honaker-Coe joins the firm to strengthen our municipal practice serving state and local governments. He joins Foster Garvey from Fenwick & West LLP.

Johnston Tobey Baruch Scores Appellate Win in Dispute Tied to Bruce Willis Chartered Jet

July 7, 2025

DALLAS, TX—In a decision that blends A-list travel and high-dollar contract law, attorney Chad Baruch of Johnston Tobey Baruch secured an appellate win for BMH Air and Evolution Jets in Texas’ Fourth Court of Appeals, in a dispute involving a private jet used to fly actor Bruce Willis. The San Antonio appeals court upheld the bulk of a judgment against Saturn Aviation, the Austin charter company that transported Mr. Willis from Ohio to New York in 2017, ruling Saturn was on the hook for nearly $1 million in repairs and legal fees after the aircraft was grounded by mechanical failure. BMH Air was represented on appeal by Chad Baruch and Randy Johnston of Johnston Tobey Baruch PC and by George Andrew Coats and Gary Evans of Coats & Evans PC.

Cynthia Lee Rejoins Faegre Drinker’s Benefits & Executive Compensation Practice as Counsel in Minneapolis

July 7, 2025

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Faegre Drinker announced that Cynthia Lee has rejoined the firm’s benefits and executive compensation group as counsel in the Minneapolis office. Lee rejoins from a multinational conglomerate, where she served as senior counsel of benefits. Lee counsels companies on employee benefits, including the design, implementation and administration of welfare benefit and retirement plans. 

Aaron Benjamin

Winston & Strawn Expands Structured Finance Practice with Addition of Partner Aaron Benjamin

July 7, 2025

CHARLOTTE, NC—Winston & Strawn LLP announced that Aaron Benjamin has joined the firm’s transactions department as a partner in the Charlotte and New York offices and a member of the Structured Finance Practice. Benjamin represents many of the largest U.S. and foreign banks in commercial real estate warehouse lending deals. Benjamin is recognized as a market leader in bank-side representation in pooled lending transactions backed by commercial real estate loans and in structured repurchase transactions backed by asset-backed securities.

Kevin Colan Joins Lowenstein Sandler as Partner in the Firm’s Tax Practice

July 7, 2025

NEW YORK, NY—Lowenstein Sandler has announced that Kevin Colan has joined the firm as partner in its Tax practice. He will be based in the firm’s New York office. Colan works with clients to devise effective tax strategies for successful mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions of public and private companies, as well as strategic investments and joint ventures. His practice focuses on protecting his clients’ interests in strategic transactions and creating innovative tax structuring solutions that support their overall financial and business goals.

Emily Cantwell Appointed to Lathrop GPM’s Executive Committee

July 7, 2025

KANSAS CITY, MO—Lathrop GPM announced that Emily Cantwell has been appointed as the newest member of the firm’s Executive Committee, which was effective July 1. Members of the Executive Committee serve three-year terms, with the opportunity to serve up to two terms. Cantwell currently serves as Partner in Charge of the firm’s St. Louis office. Cantwell is a litigator whose practice focuses on business litigation, specifically commercial, banking, real estate litigation and employment.

Alyssa Gerace Frank

Potter Anderson Attorney Alyssa Gerace Frank Elected Chair of DSBA’s Commercial Law Section

July 7, 2025

WILMINGTON, DE—Potter Anderson & Corroon LLP announced that Alyssa Gerace Frank has been elected chair of the Delaware State Bar Association (DSBA) Commercial Law Section for 2025–2026. Frank previously served two years as the DSBA Commercial Law Section’s vice chair and was the section’s secretary prior to that. Frank focuses her practice on corporate and business transactions.

Simmons Hanly Conroy Partner Melissa Schopfer Receives Prestigious Women of PALS Award

July 2, 2025

ALTON, IL—Simmons Hanly Conroy announced that firm partner Melissa Crowe Schopfer was selected as the winner of the 2025 Women of Plaintiffs Asbestos Litigation Seminar (PALS) Award. Her selection was announced at this year’s seminar, which took place May 13-15 in Las Vegas. The Women of PALS Award is bestowed annually to an individual who supports, initiates, and/or sustains the advancement and progress of women in the field. Schopfer, a seasoned Simmons Hanly Conroy litigator and longtime asbestos trial team leader, has dedicated her entire career to asbestos matters. 

Buchalter Welcomes Kendall Woods to Litigation Practice in Chicago

July 2, 2025

CHICAGO, IL—Buchalter announced that Kendall Woods has joined the Firm’s Litigation Practice Group as a Shareholder in the Chicago office. Woods focuses her practice on construction law and regularly represents owners, developers, contractors, and subcontractors nationwide. She negotiates construction contracts, advises on risk mitigation and dispute avoidance strategies, and represents clients in all phases of litigation and dispute resolution.

Greenberg Traurig Hosts Multiple Events for BIO International Convention in Boston

July 2, 2025

BOSTON, MA—Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP hosted a series of events in its Boston office in conjunction with the 2025 BIO International Convention June 17-18. Designed for biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical technology leaders, these events offered timely legal insights, strategic networking, and innovation showcases.

Bill Tate

California Real Estate Pro Joins Norton Rose Fulbright’s LA Office as Partner

July 2, 2025

LOS ANGELES, CA—Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright continues to build its California footprint with the addition of William “Bill” B. Tate II, an accomplished real estate partner whose decades of transactional experience spans everything from movie studio developments to complex joint ventures to IRS 1031 exchanges. Tate joins the firm’s Los Angeles office from K&L Gates, bringing deep experience and regional insight to anchor and expand Norton Rose Fulbright’s California real estate practice.

Paul A. Wilhelm

Seasoned Employment and Benefits Litigator Paul Wilhelm Bolsters Labor and Employment Team in Michigan

July 2, 2025

GRAND RAPIDS, MI—Paul A. Wilhelm, a seasoned employment and benefits litigator with a national practice, has joined Barnes & Thornburg as a partner in its Labor and Employment department in the firm’s Grand Rapids and Ann Arbor offices.Wilhelm advises national and regional employers on a broad range of litigation and compliance matters, including Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) disputes, wage-and-hour claims, trade secret and non-compete enforcement and workplace allegations.

Anna Petosky

Maslon Welcomes Litigation Partner Anna Petosky Back to the Firm

July 2, 2025

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Maslon LLP announced the return of Partner Anna Petosky to the firm’s Litigation Group. Petosky brings extensive experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants in a wide range of commercial cases. She focuses her practice on tort & product liability, high-stakes civil litigation, complex business disputes, and investigations. After working in private practice for more than a decade, including as a Maslon partner, Petosky dedicated several years to public service as a prosecutor in the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office in Minneapolis.

Elizabeth F. Greene
Elizabeth F. Greene
Gavin Bell
Gavin Bell

Bradley Expands Government Enforcement & Investigations Practice Group in Charlotte

July 2, 2025

CHARLOTTE, NC—Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP announced that it has added former federal and state prosecutor Elizabeth F. Greene as a partner and Gavin Bell as an associate in its Charlotte office, building on the strategic growth of the firm’s Government Enforcement & Investigations Practice Group. Greene previously managed the Charlotte office of a regional white-collar and investigations firm after 16 years of service as a prosecutor. Bell handles complex criminal cases, regulatory matters, and government investigations. 

 

Amanda Hyland
Amanda Hyland
Leah Lively
Leah Lively
Steve Segal
Steve Segal

Buchalter Expands Leadership Team with Key Appointments Across the Firm

July 2, 2025

ATLANTA, GA—Buchalter announced three new leadership appointments within the firm: Amanda Hyland has been named Administrative Chair of the Intellectual Property Practice Group; Leah Lively has been appointed Chair of the Litigation Department in the Portland office; and Steve Segal has been named Chair of the Corporate Practice in the Denver office. Hyland is a Shareholder in the Firm’s Atlanta office and a nationally recognized intellectual property attorney. Lively is a Shareholder in Buchalter’s Portland office and a seasoned trial attorney. Segal is a Shareholder in the Firm’s Denver office and a key member of Buchalter’s Corporate Law Practice Group. 

Jamey Wachta Presents on AUTM Webinar Focusing on Consulting Agreements Used by Life Sciences Faculty

July 2, 2025

BOSTON, MA—On June 24, Jamey A. Wachta presented on the AUTM webinar, “The Consulting Conundrum: Balancing Faculty Expertise, Industry Engagement, and Institutional Integrity.” The program explored the growing trend of life sciences faculty engaging in industry consulting. Wachta and fellow panelists highlighted issues with consulting agreements across medical and public health schools that can lead to conflicts of interest, research integrity, and institutional intellectual property rights issues. 

Philip S. Olsen Presents on BBA Webinar, “Introduction to Careers in Tax Law & Tax Section Social”

July 2, 2025

BOSTON, MA—On June 12, Phil Olsen presented on the Boston Bar Association’s (BBA) webinar, “Introduction to Careers in Tax Law & Tax Section Social.” During the program, Olsen and his fellow panelists provided an overview of various career opportunities and paths available for practitioners interested in a career in tax law. 

Kate Schroepfer
Kate Turshen Schroepfer
Jenny Small
Jenny Small
Sheri Kelly-Rabolt
Sheri Kelly-Rabolt

Otteson Shapiro Expands Banking Practice with Three Leading Women Attorneys

July 1, 2025

DENVER, CO—Otteson Shapiro announced the addition of attorneys Jenny Small, Kate Turshen Schroepfer and Sheri Kelly-Rabolt to its Denver office. Each brings specialized expertise that will strengthen the firm’s focus on banking, finance and real estate law. Small has joined as a partner after over a decade of experience with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. Turshen Schroepfer has joined as a firm partner with a practice focus on asset-based and cash flow financings, secured and unsecured acquisition financings, real estate financings, leveraged buyouts, mezzanine financings, recapitalizations and refinancings. Kelly-Rabolt is the newest banking attorney, with more than 25 years of experience in representing national and community banks and financial institutions 

Matt Hanson

U.S. Department of Justice Deputy Assistant Attorney General Matt Hanson Rejoins King & Spalding in Washington, D.C.

July 1, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC—King & Spalding announced that Matt Hanson has rejoined the firm as a partner in its Special Matters and Government Investigations practice group. He is based in the firm’s Washington, D.C., office. Hanson returns to the firm after nearly three years at the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Legislative Affairs, where he most recently served as a Deputy Assistant Attorney General.  Prior to his government service, Hanson was a partner at King & Spalding representing companies and individuals on securities enforcement and regulation matters

Colby Jenkins

Investment Funds Partner Colby Jenkins Joins King & Spalding in Atlanta

July 1, 2025

ATLANTA, GA—King & Spalding announced that Colby Jenkins has joined the firm as a partner in its Real Estate and Funds practice group. He is based in the firm’s Atlanta office. Jenkins counsels clients on structuring, offering, and operating U.S. and offshore open-end, closed-end, and semi-liquid private investment funds and advises on related U.S. regulatory and compliance matters. He represents established and emerging fund sponsors and institutional, family office, and individual investors focused on a wide variety of investment sectors.

Counsel For Justice Announces New Board Of Directors For 2025-2026 Term

July 1, 2025

LOS ANGELES, CA—Counsel for Justice (CFJ) announced its new Board of Directors, who will serve for the term beginning July 1, 2025, and concluding June 30, 2026. This esteemed group of legal and community leaders will guide CFJ’s mission to promote access to justice for underserved communities across Los Angeles. The new Board of Directors includes: President Diane Kimberlin, President-Elect
Wes W. Kennedy of First Legal, Executive Vice President Brian Condon of Arnold & Porter, Senior Vice President John Clark of Wells Fargo Bank – Legal Department, Vice President Shawn S. Ledingham of Proskauer, Vice President/Secretary Anne Nash of Carbon Activated Corporation, Vice President Susan Koehler Sullivan of Clyde & Co, Vice President Lilit Asadourian of Barnes & Thornburg, Treasurer Juan Torres of Musick Peeler, Immediate Past President Lana Manganiello of Practice Growth Partner. The directors include: Susan Agopian (Lateral Link), Matthew Baker (Saul Ewing), Nestor Barrero (Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete), Jennifer Benjamin (B. Riley Advisory Services), Janette Blair (Sony Pictures Entertainment), Jennifer Bonneville (Alston & Bird), Robb Caruso (Elevate), Ryan Estes (DLA Piper), Colleen Hart (Proskauer), David Kutzer (Cresa), Beverly Lu (CBRE – Legal Department), Neal Marder (Akin), Eric McDonough (Dickinson Wright), Lauren Movsesian (Sempra Energy), Jibraun Riaz (Davis Wright Tremaine), Jessica Soriano (Clark Hill), Jennifer Terry (Reed Smith), Lauren Wertheimer (Vedder Price), Alex Wyman (Latham & Watkins), Hee Sung Yoon (Selman Leichenger, Edson Hsu Newman & Moore) and Hon. Laurie Zelon (Judicate West).

Kelsey Burgess

Trenam Law’s Kelsey Burgess Accepted to National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges Annual Next Generation Program

July 1, 2025

TAMPA, FL—Trenam Law  announced that Kelsey Burgess has been accepted to participate in the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges (NCBJ) annual Next Generation (“NextGen”) program. Through her active involvement with the Tampa Bay Bankruptcy Bar Association, Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association, and her board service with the Adult Literacy League of Central Florida, Burgess exemplifies the NCBJ values of furthering educational development within her field and community. Burgess practices in the firm’s Bankruptcy and Creditors’ Rights Practice Group. 

Patrick Haggerty

Pashman Stein Walder Hayden P.C. Welcomes Commercial Real Estate Co-Chair Patrick A. Haggerty

July 1, 2025

HACKENSACK, NJ—Pashman Stein Walder Hayden P.C. announced that Patrick A. Haggerty has joined as co-chair in the firm’s Commercial Real Estate practice. Prior to joining Pashman Stein, Haggerty was a partner in White and Williams LLP’s Real Estate and Finance departments. Haggerty focuses his practice on a wide range of commercial real estate transactions and financings. His practice includes the representation of real estate developers, owners, investors, international and domestic banks, private equity firms, hedge funds, and insurance companies.

Alexandra Saquella

Holtzman Vogel Adds Former Assistant U.S. Attorney for DOJ Alexandria J. Saquella as Associate Attorney

July 1, 2025

PHOENIX, AZ—Holtzman Vogel Baran Torchinsky and Josefiak PLLC  announced the addition of Alexandria J. Saquella to its legal team as an associate attorney in the Arizona office. Saquella has an extensive background in litigation, government investigations, and appellate law. As a former assistant United States attorney at the Department of Justice, she successfully prosecuted hundreds of cases, securing convictions across a broad range of federal crimes.

AGG Names Gabe Scannapieco as Life Sciences Co-Chair, Bringing DOJ Experience to Team Leadership

June 30, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC—Gabriel H. Scannapieco, partner in Arnall Golden Gregory LLP’s Washington, D.C. office, has been named co-chair of the Life Sciences industry team serving alongside partner Alan G. Minsk. As a former assistant director at the U.S. Department of Justice Consumer Protection Branch, Scannapieco’s first-hand federal experience is critical to life sciences clients navigating regulatory changes amid the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s restructuring and the Department of Justice’s shifting enforcement priorities.

Bianca Schmitt

VF Law Continues Growth With Attorney Bianca Schmitt

June 30, 2025

LAKE OSWEGO, OR—VF Law, a full-service law firm, announced that Bianca Schmitt will be working as an associate at the firm after passing the Oregon Bar examination. Schmitt has clerked for VF Law’s office in Lake Oswego since joining the firm in 2023. Her work focuses on estate planning, trust administration and probate, and creditor’s rights. Schmitt was officially admitted to the Oregon Bar at a ceremony taking place at Willamette University’s main campus in Salem on May 21.

Kristen Rosati Awarded American Health Law Association’s Top Honor

June 30, 2025

PHOENIX, AZ—The American Health Law Association (AHLA) recently awarded Coppersmith Brockelman partner and former AHLA president Kristen Rosati with its highest distinction — the David J. Greenburg Founders Award — during the organization’s annual meeting. The David J. Greenburg Founders Award honors individuals who exemplify the values of AHLA’s founder — a deep commitment to health law, sustained service to the association, and exceptional qualities of leadership.

Nicole Howell

Distinguished Corporate Attorney Nicole Howell Joins Munger, Tolles & Olson as Of Counsel

June 30, 2025

LOS ANGELES, CA—Munger, Tolles & Olson announced that Nicole Howell, a seasoned corporate attorney with a prolific track record advising clients in high-stakes transactions, has joined the firm as of counsel in its Los Angeles office. Howell regularly advises public and private companies, financial sponsors and other stakeholders on complex domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions and the formation of joint ventures and strategic partnerships.

Peter Ledford

Energy and Utilities Attorney Peter Ledford Joins Ward and Smith

June 30, 2025

RALEIGH, NC—Ward and Smith welcomed attorney Peter Ledford to the firm’s Raleigh office. Ledford brings more than a decade of public service and energy, environmental, and utilities experience to the firm’s growing Energy and Utilities practice. Before joining Ward and Smith, Peter held several high-level public sector roles, including Deputy Secretary for Policy at the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality and Clean Energy Director in the Office of Governor Roy Cooper. His work will focus on navigating the complexities of energy regulation and policy. 

Alexander Plansky

TA PLLC Adds Associate Attorney Alexander G. Plansky

June 30, 2025

MIAMI, FL—TA PLLC, a business law firm, announced the addition of Alexander G. Plansky as an associate attorney. Plansky focuses his practice on business litigation matters. Plansky graduated magna cum laude and Order of the Coif from the University of Miami School of Law in Coral Gables, Florida. There, he served as the Online Media Editor of the University of Miami Business Law Review and president of the Intellectual Property Law Society. While pursuing his law degree, he interned for the University of Miami School of Law Startup Clinic. 

William Ryann

Patterson + Sheridan Welcomes Patent Attorney William Ryann as Of Counsel

June 27, 2025

HOUSTON, TX—Patterson + Sheridan LLP welcomed William Ryann as of counsel. He is based in the firm’s Houston office. Ryann brings 28 years of experience in intellectual property (IP) law to Patterson + Sheridan. His practice focuses on preparing, prosecuting and litigating patents and trademarks in the fields of oil and gas, medical devices, semiconductor technologies, industrial equipment and materials. Ryann also supports his clients in mergers and acquisitions, dispute resolution, risk assessment, compliance and licensing matters.

Sherin and Lodgen Partner Brian J. MacDonough Presents at the 6th Annual International Forum of Senior Executive Advisers Conference in London

June 27, 2025

BOSTON, MA—Boston law firm Sherin and Lodgen LLP announces that Partner and Chair of the Employment Department, Brian J. MacDonough, presented at the 6th International Forum of Senior Executive Advisers (IFSEA) 2025 on Risk, Reward and Reputation Management Issues for Senior Executives & Founders on June 17. MacDonough spoke on the panel, “Dad Shift: Global Trends in Parental Leave and Their Impact on Work and Family Life.” As chair of the Employment Department, MacDonough handles a wide range of complex employment matters.

Eliza Cox
Eliza Cox
Tom Rockwell
Tom Rockwell

La Tanzi, Spaulding & Landreth Welcomes Two New Partners, Eliza Cox and Tom Rockwell

June 26, 2025

ORLEANS, MA—La Tanzi, Spaulding & Landreth, LLP  announced the addition of two highly respected attorneys, Eliza Cox and Tom Rockwell, as partners to the firm. Cox joins as a Partner in the Zoning, Permitting, and Land Use Development practice. She represents developers, homeowners, and corporations before zoning and planning boards, conservation commissions, and the Cape Cod Commission. Rockwell joins the firm as a Partner in the Trusts and Estates practice. With over 20 years of experience, he advises clients on a wide range of estate planning needs.

Venable Partner Jim Sawtelle Elected Iowa Law School Foundation Vice President

June 26, 2025

DENVER, CO—Venable partner Jim Sawtelle, partner-in-charge of the firm’s Denver office, has been elected vice president of the Iowa Law School Foundation (ILSF). For nearly a decade, Sawtelle has served the ILSF Board of Directors as an executive committee member. The ILSF helps shape the legal education for students at the University of Iowa College of Law. The ILSF drives the law school’s strategy in key areas such as alumni relations, fundraising, endowment management, and program support. Sawtelle is an experienced trial attorney who practices at the intersection of commercial litigation and intellectual property. 

Hon. Dean Pregerson (Ret.) U.S. District Judge Joins JAMS in Los Angeles

June 26, 2025

LOS ANGELES, CA—JAMS announced Hon. Dean Pregerson (Ret.) has joined its panel. Judge Pregerson joins JAMS following nearly 29 years of experience serving on the United States District Court, Central District of California, along with years in private practice. Based in the Los Angeles Resolution Center and Century City Resolution Center, Judge Pregerson will serve as a mediator, arbitrator, court-appointed neutral and neutral evaluator, handling antitrust, aviation, business and commercial, class action and mass tort, civil rights, entertainment and sports, higher education and Title IX, insurance, intellectual property, personal injury and tort, product liability, and real estate and real property matters.

Philip S. Olsen Presents on BBA Webinar, “Introduction to Careers in Tax Law & Tax Section Social”

June 26, 2025

BOSTON, MA—Phil Olsen presented on the Boston Bar Association’s (BBA) webinar, “Introduction to Careers in Tax Law & Tax Section Social,” on June 12. During the program, Olsen and his fellow panelists provided an overview of various career opportunities and paths available for practitioners interested in a career in tax law. Olsen is a tax attorney focusing on state and local tax consulting and litigation. He has over 25 years’ experience litigating and resolving major tax controversies before courts and administrative boards.

Jamey Wachta Presents on AUTM Webinar Focusing on Consulting Agreements Used by Life Sciences Faculty

June 26, 2025

BOSTON, MA—Jamey A. Wachta presented on the AUTM webinar, “The Consulting Conundrum: Balancing Faculty Expertise, Industry Engagement, and Institutional Integrity,” on June 24. The program explored the growing trend of life sciences faculty engaging in industry consulting, including both the opportunities and risks these relationships present.  Wachta and fellow panelists highlighted issues with consulting agreements across medical and public health schools that can lead to conflicts of interest, research integrity, and institutional intellectual property rights issues. Wachta is a business lawyer with over 35 years of experience in healthcare and corporate law, focusing on sophisticated medical and technology transfer transactions.

Meagher + Geer Welcomes Attorney Eric W. Kvasnicka to Its Minneapolis Office

June 26, 2025

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Meagher + Geer announced that Eric W. Kvasnicka has joined its Minneapolis office as an associate in its Anti-Fraud and Extra Contractual Litigation practice group. Prior to joining Meagher + Geer, Kvasnicka served as Law Clerk to Magistrate Judge Tony N. Leung of the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota.

Meagher + Geer Welcomes Attorney Marc A. Gwekoh to Its Chicago Office

June 26, 2025

CHICAGO, IL—Meagher + Geer announced that Marc A. Gwekoh has joined the firm’s Chicago office as an associate in its Commercial Litigation, Construction, Insurance, and Products Liability practice groups.Prior to joining Meagher + Geer, Marc focused his practice on defending clients in various areas of law, such as civil rights, construction, insurance coverage, landlord-tenant, medical malpractice, municipal, premises liability, transportation (specifically involving claims of catastrophic/serious bodily injuries), property damage, cargo loss and workers’ compensation matters.

Meagher + Geer Welcomes Attorney Nikos Povilaitis to Its Phoenix Office

June 26, 2025

PHOENIX, AZ—Meagher + Geer announced that Nikos Povilaitis has joined the firm’s Phoenix office as an associate in its Commercial Litigation, Corporate/Business Services, Insurance, and Professional Liability practice groups. Prior to Joining Meagher + Geer, Nikos practiced with a firm in Phoenix handling insurance disputes and matters involving breach of contract, construction defect, personal injury, and real estate transactions. 

Morgan, Brown & Joy Partner Shane R. Goodrich Presents Sentinel Group Program, “Elevate HR: Massachusetts Pay Transparency”

June 26, 2025

BOSTON, MA—Morgan, Brown & Joy partner Shane R. Goodrich presented the Sentinel Group program, “Elevate HR: Massachusetts Pay Transparency – What Employers Need to Know,” on May 21, 2025. Goodrich is an experienced and skilled litigator who represents employers in a variety of labor and employment litigation, including claims of discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wage and hour violations, Family and Medical Leave Act claims, wrongful terminations and contract disputes. 

Casner & Edwards Partner Sharon C. Lincoln Chairs MCLE Program, “IRS Form 990, Form 990-PF & Other Charity Filings”

June 26, 2025

BOSTON, MA—Casner & Edwards partner Sharon C. Lincoln chaired the Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education’s (MCLE) program, “IRS Form 990, Form 990-PF & Other Charity Filings: The Rules, Risks, & Opportunities” on June 10. The program covered the basics related to tax exempt organization filing requirements with the IRS, the attorney general, and other regulators. Panelists also discussed common pitfalls and valuable opportunities related to these regulatory filings. Lincoln’s practice focuses on advising nonprofit entities on the wide range of issues related to their tax-exempt status.

Ball Janik LLP Adds Associate Amanda L. Gonzalez to Miami Office

June 26, 2025

MIAMI, FL—Ball Janik LLP welcomed Associate Amanda L. Gonzalez to the firm as part of Partner Frank Soto’s team in the Miami office. Gonzalez focuses on complex construction defect and concrete overspray cases. Gonzalez has experience handling all phases of litigation, including factual investigations, discovery, motion practice, expert coordination, mediation, and trial preparation. . Prior to joining Ball Janik, Gonzalez worked at a Miami-based law firm that handled construction defect claims for community associations and property owners. 

Greenberg Traurig Expands Boston Office, Adds 4 New Associates, 1 Patent Agent

June 25, 2025

BOSTON, MA—Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP has grown its Boston office with the additions of Margaret C. Brown, Laura McJilton, Ph.D., Michelle G. Rosin, and Anthony Shaheen as associates, expanding its Litigation, Intellectual Property (IP) Litigation, Real Estate, and Corporate practices. Nancy Costigliola, Ph.D. also has joined the firm as a patent agent.

Hon. John C. Gastelum (Ret.) Joins JAMS in Orange County

June 25, 2025

ORANGE COUNTY, CA—JAMS announced Hon. John C. Gastelum (Ret.) has joined its panel. Judge Gastelum joins following a distinguished judicial career, serving as a member of the Orange County Superior Court’s unlimited civil panel from 2010 to 2024. Based in the Orange County Resolution Center, Judge Gastelum will serve as a mediator, arbitrator, special master, discovery referee and neutral evaluator, handling business and commercial, employment, personal injury and tort, and real estate matters. 

Seasoned Insurance & Reinsurance Attorney Christopher Ash Joins Carlton Fields

June 25, 2025

NEW YORK, NY—Christopher Ash has joined Carlton Fields’ Property and Casualty Insurance Practice as senior insurance counsel in the firm’s New York office. He was most recently a partner at Sanitas Law Group. Ash is a litigator with more than 30 years of experience representing clients in a wide range of insurance and reinsurance disputes. His work in insurance and reinsurance, which has been a core part of his practice since the mid-1990s, reflects broad experience across all facets of the industry — from defense to coverage to reinsurance — and includes high-profile matters such as asbestos and environmental claims, the Enron collapse, major catastrophes, COVID-related litigation, and the World Trade Center attacks.

Foster Garvey Welcomes Associate Gerena Gregory to the Business & Corporate Finance Practice in New York

June 24, 2025

NEW YORK, NY—Foster Garvey announced that Gerena Gregory has joined the firm as an Associate in its Business & Corporate Finance practice, based in New York. Gregory works with startups, venture-backed companies and investors across a range of industries, including technology, food and beverage, digital media and consumer products. Prior to joining Foster Garvey, Gerena was a member of the New Ventures practice group at Thompson Hine LLP in Chicago.

Texas Center for Legal Ethics Celebrating 35th Anniversary

June 24, 2025

AUSTIN, TX—The Texas Center for Legal Ethics is marking 35 years of elevating ethics and professionalism in the practice of law. The Center is an independent, nonprofit organization created to promote the values laid out in the Texas Lawyers’ Creed, which includes working to improve the legal system while abiding by the state’s rules of professional conduct. The Center aims to be a leading source of ethics education by offering courses, speakers and continuing legal education seminars for state lawyers and other interested parties.

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Amy Cowan
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Britton White

Hall Booth Smith Welcomes Amy Cowan and Britton White as Of Counsel in Athens Office

June 24, 2025

ATHENS, GA—Hall Booth Smith, P.C. welcomed Amy Cowan and Britton White as of counsel lawyers in the firm’s Athens office. Both lawyers bring substantial litigation experience, having overseen cases from pre-suit through appeal. With a notable background in governmental liability and constitutional law, Cowan focuses on land use and zoning, constitutional law, environmental law and eminent domain. From pre-suit investigations to appeals, White has nearly 20 years of litigation experience, his primary focus is general liability defense, transportation litigation and premises liability defense. 

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Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost, Botwinick, Nunn & Musmanno PC Names Matheu D. Nunn Co-Managing Partner

June 24, 2025

DENVILLE, NJ—Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost, Botwinick, Nunn & Musmanno PC announced that Matheu D. Nunn has been selected by his fellow Partners as Co-Managing Partner. He will serve alongside Co-Managing Partner Gary R. Botwinick. Nunn, 43, who joined the firm in December 2011, serves as a Board Member of the Firm and on its four-person Executive Committee. He Co-Chairs the Firm’s Family/Matrimonial Practice with Thomas J. Snyder and Co-Chairs the Firm’s General Appellate Practice with Bonnie C. Frost.

Jon Levine

Winston & Strawn Expands Restructuring Practice with Addition of Jonathan Levine in New York

June 24, 2025

NEW YORK, NY—Winston & Strawn LLP announced that Jonathan Levine has joined its New York office as a partner in the firm’s Transactions Department and a member of the Restructuring Practice. Levine counsels clients on a wide range of corporate matters, with a focus on complex corporate restructurings both in court and out of court. His clients include distressed companies, direct lenders, ad hoc groups, sponsors, asset managers, hedge funds and other strategic investors. 

Buchalter Adds Litigation Shareholder to Denver Office

June 23, 2025

DENVER, CO—Buchalter announced that Cara Thornton has joined the firm as a Shareholder in the Denver office. She is a member of the firm’s Litigation Practice Group and brings over two decades of experience handling complex commercial, employment, and intellectual property litigation matters in courts and arbitration forums nationwide. Thornton represents clients in complex disputes from inception through appeal, with experience in business, employment, and IP litigation. 

Sarah B. Bowman

Perkins Coie Expands Private Client Services With Sarah Bowman

June 23, 2025

SEATTLE, WA—Perkins Coie announced that Sarah Bowman has joined the firm’s Private Client Services practice as a partner in the Seattle office. Bowman focuses on sophisticated estate planning, estate and trust administration, and family office structuring for high-net-worth families. She has significant experience advising individuals, families, beneficiaries, fiduciaries, and business owners across a broad range of complex personal planning matters. 

Former DOJ Trial Attorney Jessica Sievert Joins Holland & Knight in Jacksonville

June 23, 2025

JACKSONVILLE, FL—Jessica Sievert, former trial attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), has joined Holland & Knight‘s North Florida Litigation Practice Group as a partner in Jacksonville, Fla. During her time at the DOJ, Sievert directed national investigative teams. Sievert also investigated, litigated and negotiated resolutions in numerous healthcare fraud cases involving the Anti-Kickback Statute, hospice care, skilled nursing, long-term care facilities, hospitals, lab testing, medical necessity and upcoding.

HUD Attorney Heather Aislynn Johns Joins Carlton Fields’ Real Estate and Commercial Finance Practice

June 23, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC—Heather Johns has joined Carlton Fields’ Real Estate and Commercial Finance Practice as senior counsel in the firm’s Washington, D.C., office. She was most recently an attorney adviser with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Johns is a seasoned real estate and finance attorney focused on HUD-insured multifamily and health care transactions. Drawing on more than four decades of experience in title insurance — including 16 years as a senior attorney at HUD — she is known for resolving complex title, regulatory, and financing challenges in high-stakes transactions.

Lightfoot Announces Summer Clerk Class of 2025

June 23, 2025

BIRMINGHAM, AL—Lightfoot, Franklin & White LLC welcomes its 2025 class of summer clerks. The group comprises 17 first- and second-year law students from four different schools. Joining from the University of Alabama School of Law is 2L Davis Boland, 2L Jackson Clancy, 2L Kiana Dorsey, 2L Sarah Frances Jackson, 2L Hope Methvin, 2L Abby Vandiver, 2L Andrew Weisenfeld, 1L Preston Antes, 1L Sarah Beth Corona, 1L Martha Ernest and 1L Kimberly Short. Joining from Washington & Lee University is 2L Tanner Hines. Joining from Cumberland School of Law is 2L Malik Howard, 1L Robert Dickinson and 1L Sloane Saxon. Joining from the University of Virginia School of Law is 1L Sam Guerrero and 1L Bess Martin.

Glenn Agre Bergman & Fuentes and Public Justice Secure a Preliminary Injunction in High-Profile Pro Bono Case Protecting Student Civil Rights

June 23, 2025

NEW YORK, NY—Glenn Agre Bergman & Fuentes has obtained a preliminary injunction in a pro bono lawsuit brought on behalf of Victim Rights Law Center and two students who have faced discrimination and their parents. The injunction, entered by Judge Myoung Joun in the District of Massachusetts, enjoins a mass termination targeting the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights (OCR) that prevented the OCR from fulfilling its statutory mandate to investigate complaints of discrimination against students and enforce federal civil rights laws. 

The firm represents the plaintiffs in collaboration with Public Justice. Glenn Agre’s legal team consists of partners Reid Skibell and Jon Friedman, and associate Megan M. Reilly.

Faegre Drinker Strengthens Nationwide Product Liability & Mass Torts Practice, Adding Medical Device Litigator Dan Smulian in New York

June 20, 2025

NEW YORK, NY—Faegre Drinker announced that Daniel Smulian has joined the firm’s product liability and mass torts practice as a partner in the New York office. Smulian joins from an international law firm. Smulian defends global companies in complex product liability litigation, with a focus on representing medical device and life science companies. He has defended clients in disputes in multidistrict litigations, other consolidated proceedings and single-plaintiff cases involving catastrophic injuries.

Ball Janik LLP Continues to Expand its Litigation Strengths with Addition of Special Counsel Jon Lemole in Sarasota

June 20, 2025

SARASOTA, FL—Ball Janik LLP announced that construction defect litigation attorney Jon E. Lemole has joined the firm as a special counsel in its Sarasota office. With more than three decades of experience in complex litigation representing business owners and individuals, Lemole’s addition marks the further expansion of Ball Janik’s construction defect litigation capabilities.

Noel Cook

Buchalter Adds Intellectual Property Shareholder in San Francisco

June 20, 2025

SAN FRANCISCO, CA—Buchalter announced that Noel Cook has joined the firm as a shareholder in the San Francisco office. Cook is a member of the firm’s Intellectual Property Practice Group and focuses his practice on trademark and copyright enforcement, litigation, counseling, prosecution, and licensing. Cook advises clients on the protection and enforcement of trademarks, designs, images, and a wide range of creative content. 

Buchalter Welcomes Shareholder in Chicago Office

June 20, 2025

CHICAGO, IL—Buchalter announced that Tom Posey has joined the firm as a shareholder in the Chicago and Los Angeles offices. Posey also serves as the National Chair of the firm’s Labor Management Relations Group. Posey brings decades of experience advising and representing employers in labor negotiations, employment litigation, and a broad range of management-side workplace matters. He represents clients across industries including hospitality, manufacturing, health care, construction, entertainment, and transportation.

Shumaker Partner Jillian Askren Named Chair of Fund Development and Evaluation Committee for the Junior League of Tampa

June 19, 2025

TAMPA, FL—Shumaker Partner Jillian Askren has been named Chair of the Fund Development and Evaluation Committee (FDEC) for the Junior League of Tampa. In this leadership role, Askren will guide the committee in evaluating current League fundraisers and spearheading the research, development, and presentation of new fundraising initiatives for membership consideration and approval. Askren focuses her practice on complex litigation in both state and federal courts, representing clients in individual, class action, and government enforcement matters, as well as commercial business disputes. 

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Amanda Keller

Bradley’s Matthew F. Hall and Amanda S. Keller Assume Leadership Roles with Hillsborough County Bar Association

June 19, 2025

TAMPA, FL—Two of Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP’s Tampa attorneys have been sworn in to leadership roles with the Hillsborough County Bar Association (HCBA). Partner Matthew F. Hall was sworn in as president of the HCBA and senior attorney Amanda S. Keller was sworn in as president of the HCBA’s Young Lawyers Division on June 12 during the HCBA’S Installation of Officers & Directors Ceremony.

Hall is a partner in Bradley’s Litigation Practice Group who concentrates his practice on complex commercial litigation, insurance coverage disputes, and federal court practice. He has served on the HCBA’s Board of Directors for the last eight years and is a past chair of the HCBA’s Military & Veterans Affairs Committee.

A senior attorney in the Litigation Practice Group, Ms. Keller handles all stages of litigation with a focus on complex commercial litigation and insurance coverage matters. She is an active member of the HCBA and has served on the YLD’s board of directors since 2020.

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