Archive for June, 2021
Chamberlain Hrdlicka Announces New Leadership in Atlanta
AnnouncementsChamberlain Hrdlicka is pleased to announce that Stephanie Friese Aron and Scott Augustine have been named co-managing shareholders of the firm’s Atlanta office.
Buchalter Secures More than $22.6 Million From Chicago Title for Victims of Largest Ponzi Scheme in San Diego History
AnnouncementsBuchalter secured a favorable settlement of more than $22.6 million from Chicago Title on behalf of approximately 80 victims of a fraudulent liquor license investment scheme.
Stroock Continues Lateral Expansion, Adds Trio of White Collar/Securities Litigation Partners
AnnouncementsStroock Continues Lateral Expansion, Adds Trio of White Collar/Securities Litigation Partners
Charles Baker Named Interim Vice President and General Counsel
NewsDeputy general counsel Charles Barber has been named the University’s interim vice president and general counsel, officials announced Friday. Barber has worked in GW’s Office
Biglaw Partners Should Think Like Franchise Owners
NewsThere can be more than one motivation underlying that sentiment. The chance to earn more money tends to be part of the appeal, particularly if the lawyer is treating an especially successful client
Analyst Expects Bristol to Settle Over $6 Billion Bet That Didn’t Pay Out
NewsEarlier this month, investors sued Bristol Myers Squibb over a payment the company doesn’t think it needs to make. Now, one analyst says that he thinks that Bristol will settle As part of that deal
Juul to Pay $40 Million to Settle N.C. Vaping Case
NewsJuul Labs has agreed to pay North Carolina $40 million to settle the first of a spate of lawsuits brought by states and localities claiming the e-cigarette company’s marketing
Bradley’s Saira S. Siddiqui Named Vice President of Community Outreach for South Asian Bar Association of Houston
AnnouncementsBradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP attorney Saira S. Siddiqui has been named to the board for the South Asian Bar Association of Houston as the Vice President of Community Outreach…
J&J to Pay $263 Million in New York Opioid Settlements, Avoids Trial
NewsJohnson & Johnson (JNJ.N) said on Saturday it will pay $263 million to resolve claims it fueled an opioid epidemic in New York state and two of its largest counties…
Big Law Embraces Juneteenth with Programs, Days Off for Workers
NewsBig Law is stepping up efforts to recognize Juneteenth which falls on Saturday after last year’s protests and firms own diversity shortcomings put a spotlight on racial inequities in the U.S
QP Customers Angle for More Flexible LNG Contracts in Evolving Market
NewsAs Qatar Petroleum readies its long-awaited expansion of the world’s largest offshore gas field, it is likely to face pressure from LNG buyers for more flexible contract terms
County Approves Fair Entertainment Contracts
NewsCounty Commissioners approved a five-year contract with the Mighty Thomas Carnival for fair rides sideshows carnival games and concessions on the grounds for the Montana State Fair
Seaspan Contracts Another Two Boxships to Take Orderbook to 39
NewsSeaspan Corporation has sealed its sixth newbuild order since December entering into agreements for two 12,000 teu containerships The vessels are scheduled be delivered
As Norway and the US Move to Decarbonize Transport Legacy Energy Sources Are a Key Differentiator
NewsWhen considering the US transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, it is helpful to look at a country further along than our own. Norway has some significant commonalities with the US
Ennis Inc. Announces Appointment of Chief Financial Officer and General Counsel
NewsEnnis Inc. announced today that Ms. Vera Burnett has been appointed to the position of CFO and Treasurer and Mr. Dan Gus has been appointed as General Counsel and Assistant Secretary by the Board
WSJ Boy Scouts Could Back Out of $650M Settlement with The Hartford
NewsThe Boy Scouts of America has signaled that it could scrap a $650 million settlement with property and casualty insurer The Hartford over sex abuse claims if victims groups keep up their opposition to the deal
Rubén Castillo Announced Winner of the Chambers Diversity & Inclusion Awards: North America 2021 for Outstanding Contributions
AnnouncementsAkerman LLP, a top 100 U.S. law firm, is pleased to announce that Akerman Partner Rubén Castillo, former Chief Judge of the Northern District of Illinois, has been selected as the winner of the Chambers Diversity & Inclusion Awards: North America 2021 in the “Outstanding Contribution” award category. This award category recognizes a partner that has shown an outstanding commitment across multiple aspects of diversity and inclusion in the legal profession.
Former U.S. Senator Cory Gardner Joins Board of Advisors at Michael Best Strategies
AnnouncementsFormer US Senator Cory Gardner has joined Michael Best Strategies as a member of its Board of Advisors. Among Reince Priebus, Chairman of the Board of Advisors and former White House Chief of Staff, and Steve Israel, Board Member and Former US Representative, Gardner will collaborate with the firm on business development and public policy, while providing strategic advice and counsel to clients.
Neil V. Carbone Joins Farrell Fritz’s Trusts & Estates and Estate Litigation Departments as Partner
AnnouncementsFarrell Fritz is pleased to welcome Neil V. Carbone as a partner in the trusts & estates and estate litigation departments.
“Adding a partner of Neil’s caliber to our trust & estates and estate litigation departments is indicative of our dedication to growth and client service,” said Robert Creighton, Managing Partner at Farrell Fritz.
Schneider Electric announces new women in leadership at executive level – General Counsel
AnnouncementsSchneider Electric, a leader in sustainable business and recent winner of the Corporate Knights most sustainable business award, announced the appointment of three female executives to its North America leadership team, one being Virginia “Ginny” Johnson, General Counsel.
