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Thad Barnes and Michael Denbow Appointed to Lead Stites & Harbison’s Business Litigation Service Group

March 22, 2024

LOUISVILLE, KY—Stites & Harbison, PLLC is pleased to announce that attorneys Thad M. Barnes and Michael Denbow have been appointed to Co-Chair the firm’s Business Litigation Service Group. Each attorney will continue their diverse legal practices in business litigation. Barnes handles litigation across the nation and his practice is focused on complex commercial litigation, intellectual property and health care litigation. Denbow focuses on white collar criminal defense and other government and regulatory matters.

Aitken Aitken Cohn's Chris Aitken Recognized as 2024's "Citizen of the Year" by The San Clemente Chamber of Commerce

March 20, 2024

SAN CLEMENTE, CA—Aitken Aitken Cohn proudly announces that partner Chris Aitken has been honored with the prestigious title of 2024’s “Citizen of the Year” by The San Clemente Chamber of Commerce. Chris Aitken stood out for his unwavering dedication to uplifting the San Clemente community through various philanthropic endeavors. 

Sheston Law Group, PLLC Secured Unanimous Defense Verdict in Wrongful Death Case

March 19, 2024

SANTA FE, NM—Sheston Law Group, PLLC secured a unanimous defense jury verdict on all claims on March 15, 2024, in an aspiration/wrongful death case that was tried in Santa Fe District Court. The jury deliberated for less than one hour. In closing arguments, Plaintiff suggested the jury should award in excess of $30 million in damages. Punitive damages were also sought and went to the jury. Trial attorney, Paul J. Sheston tried the case for the defense, with the assistance of SLG Legal Nurse Consultant, Kelly Pullaro, RN.

Heimerl & Lammers Welcomes Kyle Prouty as New Partner

March 19, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Heimerl & Lammers announces Kyle Prouty as its newest partner. Since joining the firm in December 2020, Kyle has demonstrated exceptional dedication and expertise in family law, focusing on qualified domestic relations orders (QDROs). His promotion reflects the firm’s commitment to fostering talent and investing in the future.

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Jon Mize Named Managing Partner of Raleigh & RTP Offices

March 28, 2024

RALEIGH, NC—Womble Bond Dickinson is pleased to announce that Jon Mize has been appointed managing partner of the firm’s Raleigh and Research Triangle Park offices, effective April 1. A partner in the firm’s public finance group, Mize guides clients through a broad range of transactions as bond counsel, underwriter’s counsel, bank counsel, and borrower’s counsel. He has helped to bring some of the Southeast’s biggest and most crucial public infrastructure, healthcare, and education projects of recent years to life.

Jeff Whittle Joins Womble’s Global Board

March 28, 2024

HOUSTON, TX— Womble Bond Dickinson is pleased to announce that Houston Office Managing Partner Jeff Whittle has been appointed to the firm’s Global Board for a two-year term. The Global Board guides, manages, and fosters cooperation between the firm’s operations in the U.K. and U.S., ensuring a consistent client experience across the firm’s global reach. Whittle advises energy and high-tech sector clients on strategic and complex technology merger and acquisition transactions, licensing, patent, trademark, and copyright protection, and IP portfolio analysis.

Nason Yeager Welcomes New Family Law Shareholder, Christopher Jette

March 28, 2024

PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL—Nason Yeager Gerson Harris & Fumero, P.A. announces that Christopher Jette has joined the firm’s Marital and Family Law practice area as a shareholder. Jette adeptly handles a wide array of cases including divorce, child custody, support, visitation, domestic injunctions, prenuptial agreements, contempt proceedings, and juvenile dependency matters. 

Polsinelli Bolsters Health Care Practice with Veteran Litigator Zachary Rothenberg

March 28, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA—Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli has welcomed Zachary Rothenberg as a shareholder in the firm’s Health Care Litigation & Disputes Practice in the Los Angeles office. With more than two decades of experience in litigation and arbitration on the federal and state level, Rothenberg is a veteran litigator with a focus on representing health care clients, particularly in the behavioral health space, in business disputes as well as out-of-network and in-network reimbursement disputes.

AGG Launches New Women in Technology Initiative and Emerging Technologies Industry Team

March 28, 2024

ATLANTA, GA—Arnall Golden Gregory LLP (AGG) launched its Women in Technology (WIT) initiative this week, which is led by a group of highly experienced women attorneys who are leaders in their practice areas, which range from privacy and cybersecurity to emerging laws and enforcements related to blockchain and AI, as well as tech-focused practices like fintech, venture capital, digital health, and tech transactions. Partners Jacqueline W. Cooney and Allison E. Raley co-chair the group. The WIT’s mission is to provide superior service to clients navigating the evolving legal and regulatory landscape that applies to technology companies and companies that invest in, procure, and rely on technology.

Beau Byrd

Beau Byrd Elected Fellow of American College of Real Estate Lawyers

March 27, 2024

BIRMINGHAM, AL—Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that partner Beau Byrd has been elected as a Fellow of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers (ACREL). Founded in 1978, the ACREL is a national association of preeminent commercial real estate lawyers focused on service to clients, colleagues, and the profession. Mr. Byrd represents lenders, financial institutions, borrowers, developers, and owners and investors in a wide variety of commercial real estate and commercial lending transactions, including NMTC, senior housing, HTC, retail, office and multi-family.

Andrew Wootton

Baker Donelson Adds Transactional Tax Attorney Andrew Wootton as Of Counsel in Houston

March 27, 2024

HOUSTON, TX—Andrew Wootton has joined the national law firm of Baker Donelson as of counsel and member of its Tax Group. Mr. Wootton resides in Dallas and works virtually in the Firm’s Houston, Texas, office. Mr. Wootton concentrates his practice on transactional tax matters, with a particular focus on the private equity, consumer packaged goods, real estate, and technology sectors, and he has extensive experience with domestic and cross-border engagements involving corporate and partnership tax issues.

Forshey Prostok Welcomes Back Harrison Pavlasek

March 26, 2024

FORT WORTH, TX—Bankruptcy and restructuring boutique Forshey Prostok is pleased to welcome new attorney Harrison Pavlasek to the firm’s Fort Worth office. Mr. Pavlasek, who previously served as a law clerk with Forshey Prostok while he was in law school, focuses his practice on bankruptcy and reorganization, and on assisting clients in navigating the rigors of restructuring.

Polsinelli Expands in D.C. With Government Contracts Shareholder

March 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli has expanded in Washington, D.C., with new shareholder James W. Kim. Joining the firm in the Government Contracts Practice, Kim is highly experienced in procurement law and advises companies that do business with the U.S. Government, particularly professional services organizations, technology companies and those in the life sciences industry.

Littler Selects New Leaders For Bollo Affinity Group

March 26, 2024

LONG ISLAND, NY—Littler has appointed new leadership for its Bollo affinity group. Shareholders Kimberly N. Dobson (Long Island) and Kimberly J. Duplechain (Washington, D.C.) will serve as co-chairs. Bollo provides support, development and networking opportunities for attorneys who identify as Black, African American, African, and Caribbean, and their allies. The group’s name comes from the Wolof tribe of Senegal, Africa, and means “to be together.” Kimberly Dobson assists employers in a wide range of employment law matters, from discrimination and harassment litigation to compliance with federal, state and local laws. Kimberly Duplechain counsels and advises the firm’s lawyers and their clients on electronic discovery and information governance processes and best practices nationwide.

Simmons Hanly Conroy Continues Platinum-level Support of ADAO for 13th Consecutive Year

March 26, 2024

ALTON, IL—Simmons Hanly Conroy is pleased to announce that the firm has renewed its annual platinum sponsorship of the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO). Simmons Hanly Conroy is the longest consecutive yearly corporate supporter of the ADAO and has been a platinum sponsor (the highest sponsorship level) for the past 13 years. An independent, nonprofit organization, the ADAO is a global leader dedicated to preventing asbestos exposure, eliminating asbestos-related diseases, raising public awareness about the dangers of asbestos, advocating for an asbestos ban, and protecting asbestos victims’ civil rights.

Lyons & Simmons Earns Place Among Longhorn 100

March 25, 2024

DALLAS, TX—The trial firm Lyons & Simmons LLP, has been recognized by Texas Exes, the University of Texas at Austin’s alumni organization, as one of the 100 fastest-growing Longhorn-led businesses in the world. Lyons & Simmons will be among the companies celebrated for entrepreneurial success during the Longhorn 100 gala on May 3 at the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center in Austin.

Alyssa R. Wan Presented at the ALFA International 2024 International Client Seminar

March 25, 2024

MIAMI, FL—Fowler White Shareholder Alyssa R. Wan was a Panelist at the ALFA International 2024 International Client Seminar held February 29-March 3, 2024 at the El Conquistador Resort in Fajardo, Puerto Rico. Presenting on corporate foundations and international philanthropy, Wan was part of a panel of experienced lawyers that discussed timely topics and provided practical tips for those seeking to establish structures for giving or otherwise benefitting the public. Wan is a shareholder in the Firm’s Tax, and Trust and Estates Practice Groups.

Moon Valley Nurseries Names Michael Minnaugh General Counsel

March 25, 2024

PHOENIX, AZ—Moon Valley Nurseries announced today the appointment of Michael Minnaugh to General Counsel, effective Monday, March 18, 2024. Minnaugh will lead all aspects of the legal function for the Phoenix-based nursery, including corporate governance, compliance, and risk management. Minnaugh will be based at Moon Valley Nurseries’ Scottsdale corporate headquarters and report to CEO Brian Flood.

Caitlin C. Blanche Joins Venable’s Commercial Litigation Practice in Los Angeles

March 25, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA—Venable LLP is thrilled to announce that Caitlin Blanche has joined the firm’s Los Angeles office as a partner in the Commercial Litigation Practice. Ms. Blanche is a seasoned litigator and skilled client counselor who works side by side with clients to navigate complex advertising and regulatory matters, along with bet-the-company litigation. 

Hon. Robert Foiles (Ret.) Joins JAMS in Silicon Valley

March 25, 2024

SANTA CLARA, CA—JAMS is pleased to announce that Hon. Robert Foiles (Ret.) has joined its panel. Judge Foiles joins JAMS after serving nearly 27 years on the San Mateo County Superior Court. For his last assignment on the bench, Judge Foiles served in the civil department, where he handled both general civil and complex matters, including personal injury, employment, commercial, real property, professional liability, government and construction defect cases.

Hon. Sandra Margulies (Ret.) Joins JAMS in San Francisco

March 25, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, CA—JAMS is pleased to announce the addition of Hon. Sandra Margulies (Ret.) to its panel. As a judge on the superior court, Justice Margulies managed a wide-ranging civil caseload, including civil trials, law and motion, and probate. Whether handling civil or trust and estate matters, she concentrated on resolving and settling the cases before trial. This experience, in addition to the vast number of appellate civil cases she has resolved, has allowed Justice Margulies to develop a fair and objective approach in evaluating disputes.

Rian W. Jones, Esq., Joins JAMS in San Diego

March 25, 2024

SAN DIEGO, CA—JAMS is pleased to announce that Rian W. Jones, Esq., has joined its panel. Mr. Jones joins JAMS following a 39-year legal career as a trial attorney. Based in the San Diego Resolution Center, Mr. Jones will serve as an arbitrator, mediator, referee/special master and neutral evaluator, handling common interest development, business/commercial, personal injury/torts, insurance coverage, real estate and real property, professional negligence and construction defect cases.

Blank Rome Continues Expansion in Chicago with Addition of Litigation Team

March 25, 2024

CHICAGO, IL—Blank Rome LLP is pleased to announce that three attorneys have joined the firm’s Chicago office in its Corporate Litigation group: partners Daniel R. Saeedi and Rachel L. Schaller, as well as associate Gabrielle Ganze. Daniel will serve as team co-lead, Biometric Privacy. As litigators, Daniel, Rachel, and Gabrielle represent clients in disputes related to class action litigation, privacy and biometrics, trade secrets litigation, technology and information security, and employment law. They join Blank Rome from Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP.

Littler’s Emily Selig Selected As Fellow For The Leadership Academy

March 25, 2024

MIAMI, FL—Emily Selig, an associate in the Miami office of Littler has been selected as a 2024 fellow for The Leadership Academy, a South Florida-based program dedicated to advancing women in the legal profession. Selig represents employers before state and federal courts and agencies in employment discrimination, harassment, and wage and hour cases. 

Holland & Hart Adds Sen. Murkowski's Former Chief of Staff to Anchorage and Washington, DC Offices

March 25, 2024

DENVER, CO—Holland & Hart LLP is pleased to announce that Kaleb Froehlich has rejoined the firm as a Senior Policy Advisor in the Washington, DC and Anchorage offices. Kaleb leverages experience with regulatory, policy, and political issues to help clients operating in the energy and natural resources industries navigate the complex federal and Alaska regulatory landscape.

Locke Lord Strengthens Real Estate and Finance and Litigation Practices With Addition of Scott Schlager in Boston

March 25, 2024

BOSTON, MA— Scott A. Schlager has joined Locke Lord’s Boston office as a Partner in the Real Estate and Finance and Litigation Practice Groups. Schlager’s diverse real estate acquisition/disposition, finance and complex litigation experience combined with a strong network in the real estate sector will enhance the Firm’s real estate capabilities across the United States.

Sam Royko Joins Dykema’s Chicago Office

March 25, 2024

CHICAGO, IL—Dykema today announced the addition of Sam Royko as a Senior Counsel in its Business Litigation Practice Group resident in the firm’s Chicago office. Royko has experience representing clients in a variety of legal matters, including complex commercial litigation, class actions, securities, employment litigation, contracts, entertainment law, commercial transactions, and civil rights matters. 

Stoll Keenon Ogden Recruits Top Local Banking Attorney

March 25, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS, IN—Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC (SKO) announced the hiring of Kathy Thompson as Of Counsel. Thompson will assist in the Kentucky and Indiana offices. In her role with Stoll Keenon Ogden, Thompson will provide strategic counsel and guidance on complex legal matters. 

Real Estate Attorney Benjamin E. Bayram Joins Dykema’s Bloomfield Hills Office

March 25, 2024

DETROIT, MI—Dykema today announced the addition of Benjamin Bayram as a Senior Counsel in its Real Estate Practice Group resident in the firm’s Bloomfield Hills office. Bayram’s practice is focused on wide-ranging real estate matters including acquisitions, sales, leasing, development, land use, zoning, and litigation.

Baker Donelson Adds Transactional Tax Attorney Andrew Wootton as Of Counsel in Houston

March 25, 2024

HOUSTON, TX—Andrew Wootton has joined the national law firm of Baker Donelson as of counsel and member of its Tax Group. Mr. Wootton resides in Dallas and works virtually in the Firm’s Houston, Texas, office. Mr. Wootton concentrates his practice on transactional tax matters, with a particular focus on the private equity, consumer packaged goods, real estate, and technology sectors, and he has extensive experience with domestic and cross-border engagements involving corporate and partnership tax issues.

Greenberg Traurig Continues to Expand Financial Regulatory & Compliance Practice

March 25, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues to expand its Financial Regulatory & Compliance Practice with the addition of Rinaldo Martinez as of counsel in the firm’s Washington, D.C., office. Martinez joins the firm from Ballard Spahr, bringing with him over a decade of experience counseling financial services and fintech companies on regulatory compliance matters. Martinez focuses his practice on addressing the regulatory landscape of consumer credit products, both at the federal and state levels. 

Bradley W. Micsky Joins Dykema’s IP Practice in Minneapolis

March 22, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Dykema today announced the addition of Bradley Micsky as a Member in the firm’s Intellectual Property Practice Group resident in the firm’s Minneapolis office. In his practice, Micsky advises clients on a wide range of intellectual property law and business matters, with a focus on patent litigation and counseling.

Bradley’s Richard Warren Receives Nashville NAIOP’s Impact Award for Real Estate Industry Career Achievements

March 22, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN—Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that Richard F. Warren, a partner in the firm’s Nashville office, has been honored with the Impact Award from the Nashville Chapter of the Commercial Real Estate Development Association (NAIOP). Mr. Warren represents a wide range of real estate developers, investors, lenders, landlords and tenants in all types of commercial real estate projects.

Kevin Broughel Expands Katten's Litigation Team in New York

March 21, 2024

NEW YORK, NY—Katten announced today that seasoned litigator Kevin P. Broughel has joined the firm’s Financial Markets Litigation and Enforcement practice as a partner in New York. With over twenty years of experience, Broughel focuses his practice in the areas of financial services, securities and shareholder disputes, fiduciary duty litigation and commercial litigation.

Analyses of Nuremburg Trials and Attorney-Client Fraud Exception Highlight First Quarter IADC Defense Counsel Journal

March 21, 2024

CHICAGO, IL— Enduring legal lessons from the Nuremburg Trials and the crime fraud exception to attorney-client privilege are just two timely topics explored in this year’s first-quarter issue of the prestigious Defense Counsel Journal (DCJ) published by the International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC). Compiled under the leadership of current IADC President Michele Y. Smith, a shareholder at MehaffyWeber, P.C. in Houston, Texas, and current DCJ editor Marsha M. Piccone, a partner at Fox Rothschild LLP in Denver, Colorado, the new DCJ articles are written by members of the IADC, which is a 2,500-member, invitation-only, worldwide legal industry organization.

Foley Hoag Denver Office Continues Expansion With Labor Partner Patrick Scully

March 21, 2024

DENVER, CO—Foley Hoag LLP has welcomed Patrick Scully as partner, further expanding the Denver office and building on the firm’s strength in traditional labor law. Scully is a member of the Labor & Employment group. Scully represents companies on labor law issues, helping his clients navigate complex claims from international and local labor unions. His work includes unfair labor practice charges and representation cases, federal and state court litigation, labor arbitration, and collective bargaining negotiations.

Lathrop GPM Promotes Vanessa Vaughn West to Chief Culture, Diversity and Engagement Officer

March 21, 2024

KANSAS CITY, MO—Lathrop GPM LLP is proud to announce that Vanessa Vaughn West has been promoted to Chief Culture, Diversity and Engagement Officer. In her expanded role, Vaughn West will take on leadership of the firm’s efforts to cultivate a positive and inclusive work environment that fosters professional growth, career development and engagement, to maximize firmwide retention and satisfaction, fostering Lathrop GPM’s reputation as a great place to work. She will also continue to lead the firm’s DEI strategy.

Pashman Stein Walder Hayden Names Jhanice V. Domingo as Chair of the Firm’s Family Law Practice Group

March 20, 2024

HACKENSACK, NJ—Pashman Stein Walder Hayden P.C. is pleased to announce that Jhanice V. Domingo has been named Chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice Group. With more than 20 years of legal experience, Domingo is a tenacious advocate for her clients and adeptly navigates all phases of divorce and family law litigation, ranging from pre- to post-judgment proceedings.

Benchmark Litigation Names Bradley 2024 Tennessee Firm of the Year

March 20, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN— Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that the firm was recognized as the “Tennessee Firm of the Year” for 2024 at Benchmark Litigation’s Benchmark US Awards. Bradley has won the award four out of the last five years. The firm was formally recognized at the 15th annual Benchmark US Awards ceremony in New York earlier this month.

Intellectual Property Partners Join Frost Brown Todd’s Los Angeles Office

March 20, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA—Frost Brown Todd has added attorneys Anne Wang and Lauren Schneider as partners in its Intellectual Property Practice Group in the firm’s Los Angeles office. With nearly 35 years of experience in intellectual property law, Wang specializes in crafting and managing patent portfolios in the mechanical, electromechanical, and electrical systems fields, including for optical lasers and computer graphics, as well as apparel, cosmetics, toys and musical instruments. With over 20 years of experience, Schneider focuses her practice on U.S. and international patent procurement, portfolio development, and licensing and monetization, advising a variety of clients ranging from small corporations to major research institutions in a diverse range of technical fields, including life sciences, chemistry, materials science, optics and mechanics. 

Hill Ward Henderson Announces Managing Shareholder Transition

March 19, 2024

TAMPA, FL—Hill Ward Henderson announced that Robert (“Bob”) M. Fulton has been appointed managing shareholder, succeeding R. James (“Jim”) Robbins, Jr., who served more than 20 years in the role. Fulton’s appointment is effective July 1, 2024.

Sargent Law Elevates Attorneys Guy Swartz and Martha Posey to Partner

March 19, 2024

DALLAS, TX—Sargent Law P.C. is pleased to announce the promotions of Guy Swartz and Martha Posey to Partner. The boutique defense firm litigates across the state of Texas with experience defending clients from individuals to Fortune 500 giants. Mr. Swartz’s practice includes general liability, transportation, premises liability, oil and gas and others. Known for tenacity and attention to detail, Ms. Posey uses her background in the finance industry to advise her clients on matters involving liability. She regularly defends against claims of premises and general liability and transportation matters.

Three Crowns Announces New Senior Appointment in Washington, DC and Counsel Promotions

March 19, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Global arbitration law firm Three Crowns announces today the appointment of Charles (“Chuck”) T. Kotuby, Jr, presently a Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law and formerly a Partner at Jones Day, who joins the firm as Of Counsel, and the promotions of Richard Trinick and Ryan Manton to Counsel, in its London and Paris offices respectively. Chuck T. Kotuby, Jr has spent over 20 years representing multinational corporations and sovereign states in complex international disputes. Richard Trinick has acted as counsel in many complex, high-value commercial and investment treaty arbitrations, with a particular focus on energy, financial services, and joint venture disputes across a variety of jurisdictions. Ryan Manton experience extends across cases before a wide range of international tribunals.

Polsinelli Moves into New Office Space in St. Louis

March 19, 2024

ST. LOUIS, MO—Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli is pleased to share that its St. Louis office recently moved into the new Centene Plaza C building in Clayton, a premier business hub in the St. Louis metropolitan area. The firm is occupying three floors that represent nearly 70,000 square feet. Conveniently located in the highly sought-after downtown Clayton area, the new location is only a short drive to St. Louis Lambert International Airport and surrounded by amenities such as award-winning restaurants, hotels and outdoor spaces.

Sherin and Lodgen Partners with MCLE on Establishment of the Robert J. Muldoon, Jr. Scholarship Fund

March 19, 2024

BOSTON, MA—Sherin and Lodgen LLP announces that it has partnered with Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) and Kenney & Sams, PC in establishing the Robert J. Muldoon, Jr. Scholarship Fund. The scholarship fund, in honor of Sherin and Lodgen’s former managing partner and former Litigation Department Chair, is a tribute to Muldoon’s legacy as a longtime advocate of continuing legal education and MCLE programming.

James Aveni Joins Sikora Law LLC

March 19, 2024

CLEVELAND, OH—Sikora Law is pleased to announce that Jim Aveni has joined our firm as a Director level Attorney. Jim represents developers, builders, buyers, and sellers in all aspects of commercial and residential property acquisition, sale, leasing, construction, and development.

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.

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.

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. 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. Ms. Fish advises lenders in real estate-backed commercial finance transactions, and buyers, sellers, and governmental entities in various real estate matters.

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.

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.

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