Visa Inc. has engaged veteran trial lawyer Beth Wilkinson to defend against the Department of Justice’s antitrust suit. Wilkinson, who is a partner at the Washington DC boutique firm Wilkinson Stekloff, comes with an extensive and varied legal resume. Recently, she successfully represented Microsoft Corp. in its defense against the Federal Trade Commission’s attempt to…
Kara Ward has joined Baker Donelson as a financial services shareholder, according to an announcement made by the firm Tuesday. She brings her expertise to the firm’s Washington office, focusing on issues encompassing a myriad of regulatory bodies such as the House Financial Services Committee, Senate Banking Committee, and several key departments within the Treasury,…
“`html In a strategic move aimed at bolstering its telecommunications capabilities, Greenberg Traurig has recruited three new shareholders: Frank Lamancusa, Denise Wood, and Timothy Bransford. These additions are set to enhance the firm’s expertise in its technology, media, and telecommunications practice based out of Washington, D.C. Frank Lamancusa brings a wealth of experience in regulatory,…
DLA Piper has expanded its real estate practice in Vienna with the strategic hire of Birgit Kraml as a partner and head of the firm’s regional real estate operations. Kraml, who joins the firm from Wolf Theiss, brings extensive expertise in advising international entities on high-stake real estate projects across Austria and Central and Eastern…
Venable LLP has recently expanded its intellectual property (IP) litigation and technology group with the recruitment of Richard Wells as a partner. Wells, whose practice encompasses the assertion and defense against patent infringement claims, brings extensive experience to the firm’s Washington, D.C., office. According to Venable, his expertise includes representing clients in federal district courts,…
A federal judge has approved a $600 million settlement Norfolk Southern Corp. reached in response to the toxic train derailment that occurred in East Palestine, Ohio, in February 2023. The incident caused significant distress to the local community. The settlement, described as “fair, reasonable, and adequate” by Judge Benita Y. Pearson of the Northern District…
A former congressman has become the latest judicial nominee from the Biden administration to falter during a Senate confirmation hearing on a question of constitutional law. Anthony Brindisi, nominated to serve the Northern District of New York based in Syracuse, faced scrutiny from Senator John Kennedy (R-La.) regarding the government’s right to free speech. During…
The US Senate recently passed a bill aimed at expanding Secret Service protection for major presidential and vice-presidential nominees. This move comes in the aftermath of two assassination attempts on former President and current Republican nominee Donald Trump within a span of 65 days. The bill also cleared the House of Representatives unanimously just days…
In a significant shift in its executive team, Norfolk Southern Corp. has named a new chief legal officer. The appointment comes after the company dismissed the previous CLO due to her relationship with the recently ousted CEO. The newly appointed CLO has been with Norfolk Southern’s legal department since 2010, bringing a wealth of experience…
The Thai Royal Gazette announced on Tuesday that Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn had endorsed the Marriage Equality Bill, recognizing same-sex marriage. The bill revises several sections of the Civil and Commercial Code. Amendments to the law employ gender-neutral language and grant LGBTQ+ couples marriage, child adoption, inheritance and healthcare consent rights. The law will enter…
Effective storytelling in courtrooms has been a driving force behind the increasing number and size of nuclear verdicts. According to Jonathan Ross at Decision Analysis, who analyzed various case success stories, there is a 10-part framework that skilled plaintiffs’ attorneys employ to craft compelling trial narratives. This framework isn’t merely about presenting the evidence and…
The 2024 Women, Influence and Power Conference, scheduled to take place in Chicago, will feature a crucial session titled “Legal Speak,” highlighting the notable contributions of Taffi Schurz Jaso. The conference continues to be a pivotal platform for women in the legal profession, providing opportunities to discuss groundbreaking trends and pressing challenges within the industry….
Pfizer and BioNTech have secured another opportunity to contest the validity of one of Moderna’s mRNA vaccine patents. This development follows a judge’s decision on Wednesday, highlighting that their appeal had a reasonable prospect of success. This is a significant move in the ongoing intellectual property battle between the pharmaceutical giants regarding mRNA technology, which…
Johnson & Johnson has initiated its third wave of bankruptcy filings due to ongoing litigation over its talcum powder products, according to Amanda Bronstad from Law.com. This move comes as the pharmaceutical giant faces thousands of lawsuits alleging that its talc-based products cause cancer. Meanwhile, plaintiffs in the Zantac litigation have faced another setback, with…
Legal News This year’s Women, Influence and Power in Law conference is currently taking place in Chicago, with more than 700 women in-house and outside counsel expected to gather at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place. The event, hosted by ALM Media, Law.com and Corporate Counsel, features a notable appearance by Legal Speak. For more details…
Amanda Wieker has joined McGuireWoods as a partner in the firm’s intellectual property practice group, bringing her expertise to the Richmond, Virginia office. Her move to McGuireWoods was announced recently. Wieker’s legal experience predominantly revolves around representing clients in patent infringement cases. Her practice has seen her argue before federal courts, the US Court of…
Google has filed an antitrust complaint in Brussels against Microsoft, alleging its Big Tech rival engages in unfair cloud computing practices that have led to a reduction in choice and an increase in prices. According to the Financial Times, Google accuses Microsoft of leveraging its Windows software to lock customers into its Azure cloud services,…
A Massachusetts attorney has been awarded $3.3 million for injuries sustained in a snowmobile crash that involved an Army helicopter, as ruled by a federal judge. U.S. District Judge Mark G. Mastroianni stated, “Primary responsibility for the accident resides with the Army crew, who created the dangerous condition and failed to take any steps to…
Attorney Thomas Salerno at Stinson discusses how his experience with round-canopy parachuting has enriched his legal practice, paralleling the rigorous demands of leaping from an aircraft with those of the legal profession. Salerno highlights that the skills honed through such intense extracurricular activities—enhanced focus, teamwork, and a broadened perspective—significantly benefit his professional performance. For further…
In a unique insight offered by Thomas Salerno, a lawyer at Stinson, the practice of round-canopy parachuting is portrayed as a parallel to the legal profession. Comparable to legal work, the activity demands high levels of focus, teamwork, and perspective. Salerno asserts that the intense experience of parachuting under various conditions has honed his skills…
Chicago rapper G Herbo, legally known as Herbert Wright, is embroiled in a legal dispute over allegations that he failed to pay nearly $238,000 in fees to Prince Lobel Tye LLP. The law firm had represented Wright against charges related to using stolen credit card information to fund his luxury lifestyle, including renting private jets…
The recent suspension of Professor Amy Wax from the University of Pennsylvania Carey School of Law has raised critical questions about the boundaries of free speech in academic settings. Accused of making “derogatory generalizations about groups by race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and immigration status,” Wax was found to have violated school policy by discussing…
Appellate courts are currently divided on whether to review a bankruptcy court’s refusal to dismiss an entire case. This disagreement has become more apparent as two district judges, within the last few months, have issued conflicting decisions in appeals from the bankruptcy court. This development highlights an ongoing split among the nation’s courts of appeals,…
Randall Rueth of Marshall Gerstein offers insightful advice for aspiring law firm leaders: focus on honing your legal skills and delivering exceptional client service. Rueth emphasizes that these capabilities are indispensable and can naturally lead to leadership and management opportunities over time. For more details on Rueth’s perspective, visit the original article here.
A federal judge has ruled that BlueRadios, a Colorado technology company, cannot proceed with its legal-malpractice lawsuit against the Boston law firm Hamilton, Brook, Smith & Reynolds, determining the allegations to be time-barred. BlueRadios accused the firm of legal malpractice, fraudulent concealment, breach of fiduciary duty, and aiding and abetting in relation to the misappropriation…