Legal Roundup
4 Greenberg Traurig IP Attorneys Recognized in 2024 Who’s Who Legal Thought Leaders: Global Elite
David S. Bloch, Scott J. Bornstein, Susan L. Heller, and Lauri S. Thompson, Intellectual Property (IP) & Technology attorneys in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, have been listed as “Recommended” in the 2024 Who’s Who Legal Thought Leaders: Global Elite.
Joshua M. Henderson Tapped to Lead Jackson Lewis' National Workplace Safety and Health Group
Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce San Francisco Principal Joshua M. Henderson has been appointed leader of the firm’s national Workplace Safety and Health group.
Greenberg Traurig’s G. Michelle Ferreira to Speak on ‘Privilege Protections and Ethical Issues in Attorney-Accountant Collaboration’ SF Tax Club Program
Greenberg Traurig, LLPTax Practice Co-Chair G. Michelle Ferreira will speak on the San Francisco Tax Club program “Privilege Protections and Ethical Issues in Attorney-Accountant Collaboration" Sept. 19.
ABA Appoints Shook Partner to Co-Chair Mass Torts Committee
Shook Partner Edward Gaus has been named co-chair of the American Bar Association (ABA) Mass Torts Committee.
Shailika Shah Kotiya and Aaron Marienthal Join McGuireWoods in San Francisco
McGuireWoods continues its West Coast expansion with the addition of former federal prosecutor Shailika Shah Kotiya and former fintech general counsel and accomplished litigator Aaron Marienthal, who join the firm’s Financial Services & Securities Enforcement Department as partners in San Francisco.
Duty to Mitigate Damages in Employment Discrimination and Termination Cases: Challenges at Trial on September 18, 2024
Edward Langhammer will present “Duty to Mitigate Damages in Employment Discrimination and Termination Cases: Challenges at Trial,” a webinar hosted by Strafford. Ed will discuss mitigating damages in employment cases, an often neglected area of employment law that can significantly impact jury verdicts.
Navigating New Pay Transparency Policies on September 18, 2024
Coast to coast, states (and even some cities) have begun to implement pay transparency policies.
Shook Welcomes Fall Associates Class of 2024
Shook announces the addition of 21 recent law school graduates and associate laterals who form the firm’s 2024 Class of Fall Associates.
For Second Time, State Bar Seizes Unlawful El Monte Immigration Practice of Elena Orizabal
The State Bar of California seized the unauthorized El Monte-based immigration practice of Elena Orizabal, who has a history of offering immigration and other legal services that she has no license to provide, the Office of Chief Trial Counsel announced.
The PFAS Paradox on September 14, 2024
Environmental attorney Letitia Moore will be speaking on a panel at the California Lawyers Association 2024 Environmental Law Conference, addressing the complex and challenging topic of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances).
John B. Quinn and Shon Morgan Again Named Among The “Top 100 Lawyers in California” By The Daily Journal
Quinn Emanuel is pleased to announce that both Executive Chairman and Founding Partner John B. Quinn and Shon Morgan, Partner and Chair of the firm’s National Class Action Practice Group, have once again been named by the Daily Journal as among the “Top 100 Lawyers in California” in 2024.
Littler's Workplace Policy Institute Releases 2024 Labor Day Report
Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute® (WPI®), the government relations and public policy arm of Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has released its 2024 Labor Day Report.
Attorney General Bonta Joins Multistate Coalition in Support of Michigan’s Conversion Therapy Ban for Minors
California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined 18 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in support of the state of Michigan in Catholic Charities v. Whitmer, a lawsuit challenging Michigan’s ban on licensed health care providers offering conversion therapy for minors.
Foley Secures Landmark Victory for Pro Bono Client in Federal and State Cases
Foley & Lardner LLP is proud to announce a series of significant pro bono victories on behalf of the San Francisco Zen Center, culminating in a clean sweep across both federal and state courts.
Attorney General Bonta Issues Fourth Annual Labor Day Report
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the fourth annual Labor Day Report highlighting the California Department of Justice’s (DOJ) ongoing efforts to empower workers in California and across the country.
Polsinelli Advises Nexus Group on Partnership With Beacon Behavioral Partners
Polsinelli congratulates Nexus Group (Nexus) on its partnership with Beacon Behavioral Partners (Beacon).
Bclp Litigation Leader Noted for Collaboration on Roundup Preemption Win
BCLP Partner Lee Marshall, Global Department Leader - Litigation & Investigations, was highlighted Aug. 23 in The American Lawyer for his continuing work for client Monsanto as it defends its herbicide Roundup for parent company Bayer AG.
Shook Partner Named Among Top 250 Women in Litigation
For the sixth consecutive year, Benchmark Litigation has named Shook Partner Jessica Grant among the Top 250 Women in Litigation - USA West.
Sixteen New Legal Organizations Earn State Bar DEI Leadership Seals
The State Bar of California announced that 16 new organizations received its DEI Leadership Seal.
Thuy Nguyen named a 'Lawyer on the Fast Track' at California Legal Awards
Reed Smith is pleased to announce that real estate partner Thuy Nguyen will receive a 2024 Lawyer on the Fast Track Award.