News from September 2024
Locke Lord Chicago Partner Ernesto Palomo Named 2024 Latino Lawyer of the Year by Hispanic Lawyers of Illinois
Locke Lord Chicago Partner Ernesto Palomo has been honored by Hispanic Lawyers of Illinois (HLAI) with the 2024 Latino Lawyer of the Year Award, recognizing his significant contributions to the Hispanic community, service to the legal profession and the administration of justice.
Judge: Airline pilots can't sue union, United over airline's Covid vax mandate
Though Florida residents, neither plaintiff allowed to sue under that state's laws
Greenberg Traurig Strengthens Finance Practice with Addition of Charles C. Calloway, Jr. in Chicago
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP expanded its Corporate, Finance and Mergers & Acquisitions capabilities with the addition of Charles C. Calloway, Jr. as a shareholder in its Chicago office.
Nelson Mullins Grows Chicago Litigation Practice with Seasoned Commercial Litigator
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP, a full-service national law firm with offices from coast to coast, is pleased to welcome partner Jeff Schieber to its litigation practice group in Chicago.
DLA Piper’s Richard Chesley receives 2024 Restructuring Leader Award from Global M&A Network
DLA Piper is pleased to announce that Richard Chesley, the firm’s global managing partner and co-US managing partner, has received a 2024 Restructuring Leader Award from Global M&A Network.
Meet the Class: Adrianne Kehne, ’27
Harvard Grad Turns to Law After Researching Opioid Addiction.
No sparks on second day of Illinois weapon ban trial in McGlynn's court
EAST ST. LOUIS - Two days of constitutional bench trial on the Illinois weapon ban produced no sparks and the second day ended with a thud.
IL Supreme Court questions if Smollett special prosecution wrongly undermined Foxx, set bad precedent
The Illinois Supreme Court heard arguments concerning actor Jussie Smollett's bid to reverse his conviction for staging an infamous fake racially-motivated attack in 2019, that spurred a politically-motivated outcry of sympathy and demands for justice from Kamala Harris and other left-wing politicians and celebrities
Inherent Risk and Bias with Investigations for Private Companies on September 18, 2024
Securities Enforcement Defense Team Chair Jessica Magee will explore the unique challenges private companies face when conducting investigations, highlighting seven prevalent risks and biases in their protocols and responses.
Sayra V. Contreras Joins Tressler's HOA Practice Group
Tressler is excited to welcome Sayra V. Contreras as an associate in our HOA Practice Group.
Privacy Legislation: What to Know From 2024 and Predictions for 2025 on September 18, 2024
The consumer privacy landscape is rapidly changing, with several states enacting new laws this year that could significantly impact how businesses collect and use personal information in a number of states.
Quinn Emanuel Ranked by 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America
Quinn Emanuel is pleased to announce that 60 of its partners across 9 offices have been ranked by Lawdragon in their list of the 500 Leading Litigators in America.
Polsinelli Advises Dunes Point Capital on the Sale of Unified Door & Hardware Group to Foundation Building Materials
Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli recently served as co-counsel to Dunes Point Capital (DPC), a family office and private investment firm, in the sale of Unified Door and Hardware Group (Unified) to Foundation Building Materials.
Combat veteran testifies against Illinois firearm ban as trial opens in Southern District of Illinois
EAST ST. LOUIS - Military expert Jeffrey Eby of Missouri testified at trial on the Illinois weapon law that among dozens of firearms legislators banned, two or three could be useful in combat.
Lawsuit: Anti-cop bias, politics at COPA producing 'tainted' investigations into Chicago police conduct
A deputy administrator at Chicago's Civilian Office of Police Accountability says he was fired after shining light on alleged bias and political motives at the office under its current top administrator
Taylor A. Brewer’s Strong Defense Results in Arbitration Victory for Healthcare Defendant
Tressler litigation attorney Taylor A. Brewer successfully defended a large Chicago-based healthcare provider.
Pam Sran Named Project Officer of the CBA’s Young Lawyers Section
Fox Rothschild congratulates Pam Sran, who was named Project Officer for the Chicago Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Section’s Executive Council.
Reed Smith’s Nikki Bhargava named ‘Notable Leader in Law’ by Crain’s Chicago Business
Monique (Nikki) Bhargava, a partner in Reed Smith’s Entertainment and Media Group, has been named a Notable Leader in Law by Crain’s Chicago Business, the firm announced.
Meet the Class: Zachary Jordan, ’27
Brown Grad Excited to Combine Business Smarts with Law.
Visually-Impaired Individual Sues Clothing Brand Over Website Accessibility
Andre Battle has filed a class action lawsuit against Kontoor Brands Inc., alleging their website Wrangler.com is inaccessible to blind users in violation of ADA standards. The suit seeks both injunctive relief and compensatory damages.