7 Tips For Associates To Thrive In Hybrid Work Environments [Law360]

James Argionis contributed an Expert Analysis to Law360, sharing seven recommendations for law firm associates to thrive in hybrid work environments.

SEC Examination 2025 Priorities Report Summary [LexisNexis]

Alexander Cohen and Zachary Weiss contributed an article to LexisNexis discussing the key takeaways from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Examinations’ 2025 priorities report.

US Supreme Court Addresses the Protection of Online Minors [The Legal Intelligencer]

Stephen Miller, an attorney in Cozen O’Connor's Commercial Litigation group, and Paul Harryhill, an associate in the firm’s Philadelphia office, authored an article for the Legal Intelligencer discussing the First Amendment implications of a pending Supreme Court decision in Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton.

Proving Tilden Was Right [NYLJ]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the importance of lawyers and civic groups in preserving democracy and the rule of law.

Recall Adams instead of Gov. Hochul removing him [New York Daily News]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Daily News discussing Gov. Kathy Hochul’s authority to initiate removal proceedings of Mayor Adams.

Eleventh Circuit Strikes Down FCC Order Interpreting the TCPA [Alert]

Max Kaplan, Jeff Monheit, and Kayla Rubin discuss the Eleventh Circuit's decision in Insurance Marketing Coalition Limited v. FCC.

Working from Home: 7 Tips for Law Firm Associates [LexisNexis]

James Argionis contributed a practice note to LexisNexis discussing how law firm associates can successfully navigate a hybrid work environment.

SCOTUS Poised to Expand District Court Review of FCC Orders [Alert]

Max E. Kaplan and Joan Taylor discuss the oral arguments before the Supreme Court in McLaughlin Chiropractic v. McKesson Corporation and how it may impact TCPA compliance and litigation.

FAR Council Withdraws Proposed Rule on Federal Contractor Pay Requests [Alert]

Eric W. Leonard, Larry Prosen, and Rachel Schwartz discuss the withdrawal of the Proposed Rule on Pay Equity and Transparency in Federal Contracting and how this move may provide a preview on the incoming administration’s likely stance on government contracting and labor policy.

Can Trump Pull a Nixon?: The New President Can Help End the Outdated Electoral College [New York Daily News]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Daily News discussing whether President-Elect Trump will do the unexpected and abolish the Electoral College.

Best Practices To Find Del. Earnout Provisions That Hold Up [Law360]

Hugh Marbury and Morgan Vastag contributed an Expert Analysis to Law360, discussing the nuances of drafting and litigating earnout provisions in Delaware.

The Importance of Contractual Language in Analyzing Post-Closing Earnout Disputes [Delaware Business Court Insider]

Kaan Ekiner and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent Delaware Superior Court decision that emphasizes the importance of the language in the parties’ contract in assessing the buyers’ efforts regarding post-closing earnouts.

What Interest Rate Cuts Mean for Housing Markets [Law360]

Josephine M. Bahn and Jeffery R. Mullen co-authored the expert analysis column “What Interest Rate Cuts Mean For Housing Markets” for Law360.

Deadline for Federal Contractors to Object to New OFCCP FOIA Requests: December 10, 2024 [Alert]

Lawrence Prosen, Jeremy Glenn, Debra Friedman, and Katlyn Slough discuss two new requests under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) for 2021 Type 2 Consolidated Employer Information Reports, Standard Form 100 and how companies may object to them.

Summarizing the SEC’s 2025 Examination Priorities Report, Part 2 [Alert]

Cohen and Weiss discuss key takeaways from the Division of Examinations’ (Division) 2025 priorities report released on October 21, 2024.

Parsing SEC's Emerging Trend Of Section 204A Enforcement [Law360]

Alexander Cohen and Emily Fulginiti contributed an Expert Analysis to Law360, discussing the SEC’s focus through heightened enforcement efforts and enhanced examination surveillance on the industry’s compliance with Section 204A of the Adviser’s Act.

Breaking Down the SEC Examinations Process: Key Considerations for Registrants, Part 1 [Alert]

In this two-part legal update, Alex Cohen and Zach Weiss discuss key information SEC registrants should know heading into the upcoming review cycle.

Chancery Stays Action Pending Resolution of a Motion to Dismiss in a First-Filed Action to Which the Defendant Is Not a Party [Delaware Business Court Insider]

Kaan Ekiner and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss Chancellor Kathaleen St. J. McCormick’s decision to enter a stay due to potential overlapping legal and factual issues in Eastern Wholesale Fence v. Hudson.

The Road to the Ballot Runs Through Judicial Conventions [AmNew York Legal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the AmNew York Legal Special Section discussing the general election ballot, which includes races for Supreme Court judges in approximately 30 states.

Chancery Court Exercises Discretion in Setting Bond in a Case Involving Share Transfer Restriction [Delaware Business Court Insider]

Kaan Ekiner and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent Delaware Court of Chancery decision which explains the process for setting the value, timing, and securitization of a bond in connection with a status quo order that restricted certain defendants from transferring shares of publicly traded stock.

Natural Disasters, Terrorist Disruptions and Presidential Elections [Just Security]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to Just Security discussing the need for Congress to enact standardized procedures to handle election interruptions in future emergencies.

The Governor and the Mayor: A Modern Seabury Hearing? [NYLJ]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing whether New York Governor Kathy Hochul has the authority to remove Mayor Eric Adams from office.

6 Essential Skills For Summer Associates To Land An Offer [Law360]

James Argionis contributed an Expert Analysis column to Law360 discussing how law firm summer associates can become effective communicators, impress their supervising attorneys, and increase their chances of receiving an offer from the firm after graduation.

A year since 'Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard': State attorneys general are split on DEI programs

In this article for Reuters/WestLaw Ketan Bhirud and Simeon Brier review where state AGs stand on DEI and analyze potential legal risks for businesses.

Overcoming Serious Threats To Our Democracy: We All Need To Get Involved To Defend It [American Bar Association]

Jerry Goldfeder is a member and contributing author of the American Bar Association Task Force for American Democracy’s initial report.

Banking on It: The Ten Most Common Claims Involving Banks [American Bar Association]

Aaron Krauss, Brett Watson, and Josephine Bahn authored chapters of the American Bar Association’s latest book, Banking on It: The Ten Most Common Claims Involving Banks.

NY Court of Appeals Weighs Mail-In and Non-Citizen Voting [NYLJ]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing several salient issues concerning the upcoming presidential election.

A DNC Delegate Who’s Backing a Winner [New York Daily News]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Daily News discussing his role as a Democratic National Convention delegate.

Court of Chancery Dismisses Fiduciary Duty Claims Related to Self-Tender Offer [Delaware Business Court Insider]

Kaan Ekiner and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent Delaware Court of Chancery decision dismissing fiduciary duty claims against directors and officers based on their alleged approval of a self-tender involving a controlling stockholder.

6 Tips for New Associates to Become Effective Communicators [LexisNexis]

James Argionis contributed a practice note to LexisNexis discussing how associates can become effective communicators at their firms.

Consider Setoff and Apportionment When Evaluating Partial Settlements of Construction Disputes [Daily Business Review]

Jason Domark and Janet Rayo contributed an article to the Daily Business Review discussing how partial settlements can impact litigation in Florida.

Sidebar Series: The Trump Jury Instructions [NYLJ]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the so-called “trial of the century” of former President Trump.

Anti-Suit Injunctions in Mexico and the United States [Legal Journal of the Mexico Arbitration Center]

Michael Fernández contributed an article to the Legal Journal of the Mexico Arbitration Center discussing the availability of anti-suit injunctions in aid of arbitration proceedings seated in Mexico and the United States.

Sidebar Series: The Trump Gag Order [NYLJ]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing Judge Juan Merchan’s second order holding Donald Trump in contempt.

Saving Our Republic [NYLJ]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing bar associations and civic groups across the country who are working to preserve our constitutional democracy.

Chancery Court Emphasizes Nexus Between Unclean Hands Defense and Asserted Claims

Mark E. Felger and Kaan Ekiner discuss Vice Chancellor Morgan T. Zurn’s motion to strike the defenses of unclean hands and in pari delicto in Pilot v. Greg Abel in the Delaware Business Court Insider.

Supreme Court Confronts Difficulty of Moderating Social Media Platforms [The Legal Intelligencer]

Stephen Miller and Pamela Dorian contributed an article to The Legal Intelligencer discussing two cases, Moody v. NetChoice and NetChoice v. Paxton, before the U.S. Supreme Court that will impact the future of social media content.

Trump on Trial Sidebar: What’s Happening [NYLJ]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the salient issues during the trial of Donald Trump.

How Banks Should Respond To Calif. AG's Overdraft Warning [Law360]

Brett Watson and Madeline Suchard contributed an Expert Analysis to Law360, discussing California Attorney General Rob Bonta’s warning to California banks and credit unions that surprise overdraft fees and returned deposit item fees may violate state and federal unfair competition and consumer protection laws.

A Defense Strategy For Addressing Copyright Fee-Shifting [Law360]

Hugh Marbury and Molly Shaffer contributed an Expert Analysis to Law360, discussing the need for the Supreme Court to provide guidance on how Rule 68 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure impacts permissive fee-shifting.

Voting in New York [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing two significant voting rights developments in New York.

5 Ways to Hone Deposition Skills and Improve Results [Law360]

James Argionis contributed an Expert Analysis column to Law360 discussing the best practices for effectively conducting depositions.

Chancery Declines Jurisdiction Over Contract and Tort Claims Not Arising Out of LLC Agreement [Delaware Business Court Insider]

Kaan Ekiner and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent Delaware Court of Chancery decision considering jurisdictional challenges to non-resident managers in the context of contract and tort claims associated with an alleged dilution of equity interests in connection with a transfer of holdings to a Delaware LLC.

US Supreme Court Considers Overhaul to Administrative Law [The Legal Intelligencer]

The Supreme Court "is currently considering its most consequential challenge to 'the administrative state' in decades," say Stephen Miller and Andrew Linz in an article in The Legal Intelligencer.

6 Tips for Successful Depositions [LexisNexis]

James Argionis contributed a practice note to LexisNexis discussing the best practices for taking successful depositions.

Chancery Permits Limited Stockholder Inspection of Nonpublic Books and Records for Better Valuation of Shares

Kaan Ekiner and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent Delaware Court of Chancery decision that permits a stockholder of a publicly traded company to inspect the books and records of the public company’s nonpublic subsidiary to “more accurately” value the public corporation’s publicly traded shares.

'Speaker Hakeem Jeffries?’ [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the court’s decision in Hoffmann v. New York State Independent Redistricting Commission.

Analyzing 1 Year Of Comments On FTC's Green Guides [Law360]

Emma Lombard co-authored an expert analysis for Law360 discussing the Federal Trade Commission’s regulatory review of its Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims.

Asserting 'Presence-Of-Counsel' Defense In Securities Trials [Law360]

Joseph Dever and Matthew Elkin contributed an article to Law360 discussing the presence-of-counsel defense, which was raised and limited in scope in the criminal trial of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried.

Canada’s New Wage-Fixing and No-Poach Offence

Michael Osborne contributed an article to the Concurrences No-Poach Agreements – Closing the Enforcement Gap publication, discussing wage-fixing and no-poach agreements, which are now prohibited and considered a criminal offense in Canada.

A Crisis In Special Education: New York City’s Failure to Educate Students Classified With ‘Emotional Disability,’ A Proposal For Systemic Change

Kerry Cooperman co-authored a report published by the New York Lawyers for the Public Interest (NYLPI) discussing the New York City Department of Education's failure to appropriately address the specific needs of school-age children with mental health disabilities.

US Supreme Court Questions Standing for ADA Claims [The Legal Intelligencer]

Stephen Miller and Leigh Ann Benson contributed an article to The Legal Intelligencer discussing the U.S. Supreme Court’s agreement to review Acheson Hotels v. Laufer.

Court of Chancery Describes Limitations for Vacating Arbitration Awards

Kaan Ekiner and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent Delaware Court of Chancery decision that demonstrates the court’s reluctance to vacate an arbitration award even where the arbitration proceeding and the resulting award might be flawed.

Bill C-56: The Good, the Bad, and the Useless of the Federal Affordability Legislation

Michael Osborne contributed an article to The Globe and Mail discussing a new bill, C-56, which contains amendments to the Competition Act to make groceries affordable again.

The Long Arm of Canadian Price-Fixing Law? Canadian Jurisdiction Over Foreign Price-Fixing Conspiracies

Michael Osborne authored the chapter “The Long Arm of Canadian Price-Fixing Law? Canadian Jurisdiction Over Foreign Price-Fixing Conspiracies” in the Transnational and Cross-Border Criminal Law Canadian Perspectives, published by Irwin Law.

Back to the Future: Modernizing Canada’s Monopolization Law

Michael Osborne contributed the article “Back to the Future: Modernizing Canada’s Monopolization Law” to the Canadian Competition Law Review.

Certified Questions from the Appellate Division as a Tool for Bettering the Rule of Law [New York Law Journal]

Michael Fernández contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the current framework for certification from the Departments of the Appellate Division to the Court of Appeals available under CPLR 5602.

Court of Chancery Examines Director's Personal Relationship in Dismissing Duty of Loyalty Claim

Kaan Ekiner and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss Vice Chancellor Sam Glasscock III’s decision In re Orbit/FR Shareholders Litigation.

2024: Like No Other Presidential Election in Our History [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal addressing how the 2024 presidential election is already shaping up to be unlike any other in history.

Court Ruling Leads to Major Change in SBA 8(a) Social Disadvantage Determination Policy [Alert]

Larry Prosen and Brian Doll discuss the changes that have come to the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program following a Federal ruling out of Tennessee.

Ninth Circuit Confirms: Text Messages NOT “Prerecorded Voice Messages” Under TCPA [Alert]

The ruling is a substantial win for Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) defendants after plaintiff argued text messages qualify as “an artificial or prerecorded voice.”

6 Tips for Successful Injunctive Relief Requests [LexisNexis]

James Argionis contributed a practice note to LexisNexis discussing the six best practices for maximizing success while navigating injunctive relief requests.

SEC Compliance and Enforcement Answer Book, Practising Law Institute (2023 ed.)

Joseph Dever, chair of the firm’s Securities Litigation and SEC Enforcement Group, co-authored Chapter 16: “SEC Market Manipulation Investigations” in the 2023 edition of SEC Compliance and Enforcement Answer Book, published by the Practising Law Institute and edited by Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP.

Court of Chancery Address Scope of Privilege Concerning Third-Parties

Kaan Ekiner and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss Chancellor Kathleen St. Jude McCormick’s decision in The Police and Fire Retirement System of the City of Detroit v. Elon Musk.

Mid-Year Round-Up: There Is A Lot Going On [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Allen v. Milligan, which affirmed an Alabama district court’s ruling that the state’s congressional lines were an impermissible racial gerrymander.

The Return of Joint and Several Liability: Minimally Negligent Defendants May Be Held Liable for Entire Award in Pennsylvania [Reuters]

Benjamin Wilkoff and Gabriella Scott contributed the article “The Return of Joint and Several Liability: Minimally Negligent Defendants May Be Held Liable for Entire Award in Pennsylvania “ to Reuters.

Canada Cartels 2023 [Chambers Global Practice Guide]

Michael Osborne and Samuel Bogetti contributed the Canada chapter to the Chambers Cartels 2023 Guide.

It’s (Not) About Time - Government May Move to Dismiss FCA Suit at Any Point During its Pendency [Alert]

The Supreme Court confirmed that the Government may intervene and move to dismiss a False Claims Act lawsuit at any time during the life of the case.

Delaware Supreme Court Addresses Forum Selection Disputes

Kaan Ekiner and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss West v. Access Control Related Enterprises, which addressed several issues that arise in cases involving forum selection disputes.

The Great Repricing: Commercial Real Estate Eyes the Abyss [Alert]

It appears as if the first cracks are developing in the commercial real estate market, and the consequences could be shattering.

Unanimous Supreme Court Holds (Reaffirms) False Claims Act Responsibility Requires Offender’s Belief of Lie [Alert]

The Court has concluded that in order to bring and prove a FCA case, the government or relators must prove that the defendants knowingly committed (or intended to commit) fraud against the government.

Florida Shortens Time to File Construction Claims and Imposes Materiality Requirement for Building Code Violations [Alert]

The new amendments shorten the statute of limitations for general negligence claims and the statute of repose for construction claims.

Talk to the Machine! AKA Revoking TCPA Consent by “Talking” to a Recording [Alert]

Can a TCPA plaintiff revoke consent to be contacted by “talking” to a pre-recorded message? Probably not.

If Dianne Feinstein Were President [Just Security]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to Just Security, discussing Dianne Feinstein’s month-long absence from Washington, D.C.

Small Potatoes? Not at All [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing Donald Trump’s indictment, which alleges he falsified business records with the intent to conceal campaign finance violations during his presidential campaign.

Congress Offers Limited Monetary Relief to Certain Defense Contractors Battling Inflation [Alert]

Congress granted the DoD new authority to modify existing fixed-price contracts to compensate defense contractors for increased costs arising from inflation.

Court of Chancery Allows 30(B)(6) Depositions as a Tool in Section 220 Discovery

Kaan Ekiner and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent Delaware Court of Chancery decision addressing the use and appropriate parameters for a Rule 30(b)(6) deposition as a discovery tool in connection with Delaware books and records actions under Section 220.

What Happens When a Senator is Incapacitated? [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the political impact of Senator John Fetterman’s hospitalization for depression.

The Turning of the Tide? Price-Fixing Class Actions in the Canadian Courts

Michael Osborne contributed an article to Lloyd’s List Intelligence Competition Law Insight, discussing the potential change for a more balanced, less plaintiff-friendly approach to the certification process for price-fixing class actions.

Getting Ready for Canada’s Upcoming Ban on Wage-Fixing & No-Poach Agreements [Alert]

Wage-fixing and no-poach agreements will be illegal and subject to criminal penalties in Canada as of June 23, 2023.

US Supreme Court Revisits Gerrymandering and the Voting Rights Act [The Legal Intelligencer]

Stephen Miller and Pamela Dorian published an article in The Legal Intelligencer discussing the U.S. Supreme Court’s consideration of the issue of gerrymandering in Merrill v. Milligan.

Biometrics Update: Class Plaintiffs Have 5 Years to Bring Claims Under Illinois’s BIPA [Alert]

Max Kaplan discusses the Supreme Court of Illinois's decision in Tims v. Black Horse Carriers, Inc., ruling that BIPA is subject to the five-year, catch-all statute of limitations.

Chancery Court Sustains M&A Fraud Claims Based on Near-Term Financial Projections

Kaan Ekiner and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent Delaware Court of Chancery decision addressing several issues that often arise in motion practice at the pleading stage of cases involving allegations of M&A fraud based on near-term financial projections.

CA Court of Appeal Calls Into Question Evidentiary Value of E-Signatures [Alert]

The California Court of Appeal recently issued a troubling decision regarding the evidentiary value of electronic signatures.

The NY Senate Should Have Voted on Judge LaSalle [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the New York State Senate declining to vote on Justice Hector LaSalle’s nomination as Chief Judge of the Court of Appeals.

Canada Proposes Sweeping National Security Updates to Investment Canada Act [Alert]

Foreign investors in Canadian businesses are set to face tougher national security review provisions under the Investment Canada Act.

Canada Gets Tough on Chinese Investors [Alert]

New policies and changes to Investment Canada Act to block Chinese control of critical minerals supply chains.

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Equity - How to Manage Your Mind to Capture and Bill All of Your Time

Molly Kremer and Sarah Schlossberg contributed an article to the February issue of ALI CLE’s The Practical Lawyer, discussing the negative outlook and struggles some attorneys have with billing.

Commissioner’s Appeal of Rogers-Shaw Decision Likely to Fail [Alert]

The Commissioner’s appeal is scheduled to be heard on January 24, 2023. Read our prediction on the outcome of this appeal.

Rogers-Shaw-Videotron Deal will Increase Competition, Tribunal Finds [Alert]

The Commissioner of Competition had applied for a full block of the Rogers-Shaw-Videotron deal. The Tribunal rejected every allegation made by the Commissioner.

Preventing the Next George Santos [New York Daily News]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Daily News discussing Rep. Ritchie Torres’s effort to introduce legislation requiring congressional candidates to file sworn affidavits attesting to their qualifications and background.

Provisional Measures in Aid of Arbitration in Brazil [American Review of International Arbitration]

Michael Fernández contributed an article to the American Review of International Arbitration discussing how Brazilian courts assist parties to arbitration proceedings by issuing provisional measures.

US Supreme Court Confronts Independent State Legislature Doctrine [The Legal Intelligencer]

Stephen Miller and Pamela Dorian published an article in The Legal Intelligencer discussing The Supreme Court’s consideration of the Independent State Legislator theory in Moore v. Harper.

Callers Beware: Court Finds Avatar Technology Is Subject To TCPA Regulation [Alert]

Brett Watson discusses recent district court decisions discussing Avatar technology as pre-recorded messages under TCPA.

George Santos, Lester Chang and Legislative Exclusion [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing George Santos's status in Congress and Lester Chang’s status in the New York State Assembly.

Estate Planning Gone Afoul – What Is Needed to Raise the Presumption of Undue Influence? [Daily Business Review]

Jason Domark and Janet Rayo co-authored “Estate Planning Gone Afoul – What Is Needed to Raise the Presumption of Undue Influence?” for the Daily Business Review.

American Democracy Has a Future After All [New York Daily News]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Daily News discussing the history of government officials embracing defeat in elections.

Technicality Likely Won’t Decide Rogers-Shaw-Quebecor Case [Financial Post]

Michael Osborne contributed an article to The Financial Post discussing the Commissioner of Competition’s challenge to the Rogers Shaw acquisition.

The Requirements of Equitable Fraud as a Basis for Chancery Court Jurisdiction

Barry Klayman & Mark Felger (Wilmington), writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss the requirements of equitable fraud as a basis for jurisdiction in the Court of Chancery in Delaware.

The US Supreme Court to Consider Fraud Theory in 'Ciminelli' [The Legal Intelligencer]

Stephen Miller and Chase Howard published an article in The Legal Intelligencer discussing Ciminelli v. United States.

Samuel Tilden’s Plea [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the rising number of members in the legal profession who are concerned with the fragility of the rule of law and the norms that sustain it.

Formal Ethics Opinion Outlines Client Language Access Duties

Josephine Bahn wrote the article “Formal Ethics Opinion Outlines Client Language Access Duties” for the American Bar Association Litigation Section’s website.

Court Upholds Garnishment of Beneficiary's Interest in Distributions From a Del. Statutory Trust

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger (Wilmington), writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision by the Delaware Supreme Court upholding the garnishment of a beneficiary’s interest in distributions from a Delaware Statutory Trust.

Neither Confusion Nor Expense of Counsel Enough for Article III Standing [Alert]

In Yelardy v. Miller & Milone, the plaintiff asserted an FDCPA claim against a law firm in connection with a single letter received from the firm.

Federal Court Standing Decision May Spark Trend In Consumer Protection Action Filings In State Court [Alert]

The application of Spokeo principles is more commonplace across consumer protection actions, sparking a trend of plaintiffs pursuing more state court actions.

How a Downturn Could Impact Civil Jury Awards [Bloomberg Law]

Benjamin Wilkoff and Daniel Brobst published the article “How a Downturn Could Impact Civil Jury Awards” in Bloomberg Law.

Section 301 Petition Concerning Mexican Agricultural Products Filed [Alert]

On Sept. 8, Florida lawmakers filed a petition with USTR seeking relief for an alleged Mexican export targeting scheme.

Time To Retire ‘First-Past-the-Post’ Elections [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the need to reform the electoral system so that elected officials are more representative of the districts they serve.

Same Proposition, Different Outcome? Need for Harmonization for Evidentiary Standards [Kluwer Arbitration Blog]

Michael Fernández contributed an article to the Kluwer Arbitration Blog discussing three evidentiary issues that have significant discrepancies in the common law and civil law systems.

How To Fix New York’s Elections: Lessons From Ny-10 [New York Daily News]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Daily News discussing the critical takeaways for voting rights advocates from New York’s Congressional primaries.

Bankruptcy Code Preempts LLC Act's Statute of Repose for Recovery of Distributions

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision by a judge in the Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware holding that Section 546 of the Bankruptcy Code preempts Delaware’s three-year statute of repose on the liability of a member for distributions from a limited liability company.

Cannabis-Impaired Driving Laws Must Balance Liberty, Safety [Law360]

Jacqueline Green authored an article in Law 360 in which she discusses the recently introduced Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act.

Lessons Learned From Deadly Condo Collapse: Reshaping Industry to Prevent Future Tragedy [The Legal Intelligencer]

Ralf Rodriguez and Alexander Thompson published, “Lessons Learned From Deadly Condo Collapse: Reshaping Industry to Prevent Future Tragedy” for The Legal Intelligencer.

Chancery Lacks Jurisdiction to Award Damages for an Improvidently Entered Injunction in the Absence of a Bond

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision in the Court of Chancery holding that the court lacks subject matter jurisdiction to award damages for an improvidently granted injunction in the absence of a bond or other security.

Wells Fargo Owed No Duty To Law Firm Customer To Discover Fake Check After Customer Sent Funds To Scammer Client [Alert]

U.S. District Court grants summary judgment in favor of Wells Fargo; it did not owe its customer any contractual duty to discover a fake/forged check.

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Equity: Say What?

Sarah Schlossberg contributed an article to the August Issue of ALI CLE’s The Practical Lawyer, discussing how to navigate conversations about our country’s constantly evolving constitutional law landscape.

New York: More Like Alabama Than San Francisco? [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the Appellate Division, First Department’s decision that New York State’s Assembly districts are unconstitutional.

When Might a Plaintiff Argue Against Their Own Article III Standing? [Alert]

The Eastern District of NY weighed in on what should happen when a defendant attempts to remove a consumer protection matter to federal court.

Textual, Contextual, Good Faith, or Common Intent: The Need for a Baseline for Evidentiary and Interpretative Standards in International Arbitration [Kluwer Arbitration Blog]

Michael Fernández contributed an article to the Kluwer Arbitration Blog discussing the need for greater uniformity in evidentiary and interpretive rules in international arbitrations.

Director's Access to Company's Privileged Information Upheld Despite Proxy Contest

Barry Klayman & Mark Felger (Wilmington), writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, review a recent decision by the Court of Chancery in Delaware holding that where two halves of a deadlocked board are competing in a proxy contest, neither side could benefit from the company’s resources, including its privilege, to the exclusion of the other.

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Equity - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Boardroom and Beyond

Kathy Jaffari and Sarah Schlossberg contributed an article to the June issue of ALI CLE’s The Practical Lawyer, discussing the increased need for boards to take the lead on implementing equitable work policies that ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) measures are being integrated and addressed within their organizations.

New York Election Chaos and the ‘Purcell’ Principle [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the New York State Court of Appeals’ decision to invalidate congressional and state senate lines this year in the New York redistricting litigation.

Hop On, Hop Off? Not So Fast! [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the need for a streamlined system for how our ballot access rules should work.

The Opioid Epidemic Reaches the US Supreme Court

Leigh Ann Benson and Stephen Miller contributed an article to The Legal Intelligencer discussing how in Ruan v. United States, the U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether a jury should consider a doctor’s subjective intent when assessing a potential violation of the Controlled Substances Act.

Slights Addresses Third-Party Direct Actions by Judgment Holders Against an Insurer

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, review a recent decision in the Superior Court of Delaware that addresses whether a third party may bring a direct action against an insurer for coverage on a theory of subrogation when equitable subrogation does not apply and the right cannot be traced to a statute or contract.

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Equity: ADHD & Me: Strategies for Lawyers with Executive Functioning Challenges

Sarah Schlossberg contributed an article to the April issue of ALI CLE’s The Practical Lawyer, discussing strategies to help yourself stay on task, become more productive, and feel better for those with ADHD or executive functioning challenges.

Litigating Fiduciary Duty Claims [American Bar Association]

Jason Domark, Aaron Krauss and Ashley Gomez-Rodon authored chapters of the American Bar Association’s (ABA) latest book.

Law Firms In “The Great Resignation,” How The Game Changed

Josephine M. Bahn was a guest on the American Bar Association’s Litigation Radio podcast episode, Law Firms In “The Great Resignation,” How The Game Changed.

Court Refuses Appointment of a Custodian Under DGCL Section 226(a)(3) to Continue Defunct Corporation

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision in the Delaware Court of Chancery refusing to appoint a custodian pursuant to Delaware General Corporation Law Section 226(a)(3) to continue the business of a defunct corporation.

US Supreme Court Examines Firearm Regulations in NY Gun-Licensing Case

Preparing for the Next January 6th [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the problems with the procedures to elect the president of the United States.

Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal analyzing Unthinkable, a memoir written by Congressman Jamie Raskin.

The Common Law Insolvency Exception for the Sale of a Corporation's Assets Without Stockholder OK [Delaware Business Court Insider]

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision in the Delaware Court of Chancery reaffirming the continuing validity of the common law insolvency exception for the sale of all or substantially all of the assets of an insolvent or failing corporation without the requirement for stockholder approval.

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Equity - Righting the (Ally)Ship

David Reichenberg and Sarah Schlossberg contributed an article to the February issue of ALI CLE’s The Practical Lawyer discussing how universal calls for equity have accelerated over the past two years thanks to the pandemic.

Timely Appeal of Order of Dismissal Warrants Substitution and Further Proceedings by Chapter 7 Trustee

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision by the Delaware Supreme Court directing the Court of Chancery to substitute a Chapter 7 trustee for the nominal defendant and realign it as plaintiff in a shareholder action that had been dismissed for failure to make a demand on the company’s board of directors, where the case was pending on appeal when the bankruptcy case was filed.

How Private Is Your Digital Vaccine Record? [Bloomberg Law]

Emma Lombard co-authored an article for Bloomberg Law discussing how vaccine records on mobile phones and digital apps can be easily compromised.

Fight for NYC’s Right to Rule Itself, Eric [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing two ways to restructure the New York City government to be less dependent on Albany and more productive in New York City.

Ballot Access and Voter Choice: Alternatives Required [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing candidates the Board of Elections disqualified because of errors on their cover sheets.

VC Glasscock on the Evolution of the Vested Rights Doctrine in Delaware

Barry Klayman & Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision by Vice Chancellor Glasscock of the Delaware Court of Chancery reviewing the evolution of the vested rights doctrine in Delaware and synthesizing from prior case law a simplified test for its application.

In extremis — PPP Money Is Not “Free” So Applicants & Recipients Need to Beware

Larry Prosen discusses recent how the DOJ is auditing, investigating, and, where appropriate, prosecuting PPP recipients who broke the rules

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Equity: Out of Sync - The Great Email Crisis

Sarah Schlossberg contributed an article to the December issue of ALI CLE’s The Practical Lawyer, discussing the pandemic's impact on the volume of email traffic.

Delaware Court Is Proper Forum to Address Issues Raised by Foreign Letters Rogatory

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision by Judge Paul R. Wallace of the Delaware Superior Court holding that the Delaware courts are the proper forum for resolving issues raised by a subpoena issued pursuant to foreign letters rogatory, including the propriety and scope of the subpoena and whether the expenses of complying should be shifted from the non-party target to the requesting party.

‘Indispensable’ to Preserving Our Constitutional Democracy [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the significant role lawyers have in preserving our constitutional democracy.

Board's Delayed Response to Misconduct in Light of Enforcement Actions Defeats 'Caremark' Claim

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, review a recent decision by Vice Chancellor Slights of the Court of Chancery dismissing a claim that defendants violated their Caremark duties because plaintiff failed to adequately plead demand futility.

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Equity: Performance Anxiety: How to Survive Evaluation Season

Sarah Schlossberg contributed an article to the October issue of ALI CLE’s The Practical Lawyer, discussing tips to ease the anxiety and pain of performance reviews.

Chancery Holds Section 3104(d)(4) Provides Standalone Authority for Alternative Means for Service of Process

Barry Klayman & Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, review a recent decision by Vice Chancellor Slights of the Court of Chancery of Delaware holding that section 3104(d)(4) of the Delaware Long Arm Statute provides standalone authority for alternative means for service of process, and approving international service of a summons and complaint by email and posting at the defendants’ residences.

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Equity: Return to What?

Sarah Schlossberg contributed an article to the August issue of ALI CLE’s The Practical Lawyer, discussing reentry into the workplace following an unprecedented global crisis.

Sontchi Rejects Majority View on Test to Determine Whether a Business Trust Is an Eligible Debtor

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, review a recent decision from Chief Judge Sontchi of the Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware holding that the law of the jurisdiction in which a trust is organized governs whether it is a “business trust” that can be an eligible debtor under the Bankruptcy Code.

Coastal Communities Require Permits from Coastal Commission and from HCD for Mobile Home Construction [Alert]

Tom Casparian discusses the California Court of Appeals decision that the CCC and HCD have overlapping jurisdiction when it comes to mobile home construction and replacement in the coastal zone.

Are Certain Candidates Beyond Redemption? [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing a City Charter amendment that disqualifies certain felons from running or holding office in New York City.

COVID Lessons Learned: Supply Chains Post-Pandemic [Industry Today]

Heather Marx and Kristi Zentner published an article in Industry Today discussing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the global supply chain.

High Court Affirms Bankruptcy Ends LLC Membership but Not Member's Economic Interest

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, review a recent decision from the Supreme Court of Delaware affirming that the Bankruptcy Code does not preempt the Delaware Limited Liability Company Act to the extent that it divests members of an LLC who file for bankruptcy of the right to participate in the management of the company, but not their economic interest.

The Ranked-Choice Difference: What New Yorkers Should Look For When They Vote in This Month’s Primary [New York Daily News]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Daily News discussing the ranked-choice voting process.

FDCPA Rulings Show Spokeo's Influence, 5 Years Later

Brett Watson and Karl Riley wrote an Expert Analysis for Law360, discussing how the U.S. Supreme Court's 2016 decision in Spokeo Inc. v. Robins single-handedly raised the bar for a plaintiff alleging a violation of a consumer protection statute, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Equity: Oops, I Did it Again: Identifying and Rectifying Microaggressions

Sarah Schlossberg contributed an article to the June issue of ALI CLE’s The Practical Lawyer, discussing how microaggressions and implicit biases impact female and diverse attorneys.

Corporations, Fight Voting Curbs: Press Statements And Symbolic Periodic Boycotts Aren’t Good Enough [New York Daily News]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Daily News discussing business leaders' responses to restrictive voting laws nationwide.

What Constitutes a Consumer Deposit for Priority Treatment Under the Bankruptcy Code

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, review a recent decision from the Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware discussing what is a consumer deposit for purposes of priority treatment under section 507(a)(7) of the Bankruptcy Code and holding that prepayments to a flight service company for future airplane flights were deposits within the meaning of the statute.

US Supreme Court Poised to Revolutionize College Athletics

Stephen Miller and Jonathan Ciriello contributed an article to The Legal Intelligencer discussing how change is coming to the NCAA’s amateurism model.

New York Still Needs More Reform [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing how New York is tackling voting rights.

Playing Nice in the Sandbox: Tips for Counsel and Co-Trustees in Trust Litigation

Jason Domark co-authored an article for the Daily Business Review discussing how co-trustees and their counsel must coordinate their efforts to ensure an effective and efficient representation.

Motions for Partial Dismissal Toll the Period for Answering the Entire Complaint for Del.'s Note Action Statute

Barry Klayman & Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision from the Superior Court of Delaware holding that partial motions to dismiss toll the period for answering the entire complaint under Delaware’s Note Action Statute moving for partial dismissal before answering is not a procedural error necessitating a default or other repercussions.

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Equality: The Rise of the Millennials

Sarah Schlossberg contributed an article to the April issue of ALI CLE’s The Practical Lawyer, discussing the challenges in the workplace and profession resulting from the rise of millennials.

Christopher Hennessy and Jeremy Glenn contributed an article to the Illinois State Bar Association L&E Newsletter

Christopher Hennessy and Jeremy Glenn contributed an article to the Illinois State Bar Association's (ISBA) Labor and Employment Law Newsletter discussing a recent bill introduced in the Illinois Legislature that, if made into law, would rewrite significant aspects of the law of restrictive covenants, particularly those entered into after the effective date of the bill's adoption into law — including barring some altogether.

US Supreme Court Considers Religious-Freedom Case From Phila.

Stephen Miller and Rohan Mohanty contributed an article to The Legal Intelligencer discussing the U.S. Supreme Court case of Fulton v. City of Philadelphia.

The Doctrine of Unclean Hands as Guardian of Equity

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision from the Court of Chancery of Delaware that discusses the doctrine of unclean hands and explains how it serves as the guardian of equity and a vehicle for protection of the reputation of the court itself.

Protecting the Right to Vote [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing several bills in Congress that would make voting more accessible.

Progressive Paid Leave Policy Introduced in Philadelphia City Council [Alert]

Joseph Hill, Michael Henlon, and Brianna Westbrooks discuss legislation introduced in Philadelphia City Council that would significantly expand required paid sick leave for individuals at companies with more than 50 employees.

Party Switchers Welcome; Invaders Not [New York Daily News]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Daily News discussing a New York start-up group urging Republications to become Democrats to nominate a candidate in June’s Democratic primary for mayor.

The Affiliate Privilege Doctrine Explained

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision from the Delaware Superior Court that serves as a primer on the affiliate privilege doctrine.

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Equality Her-Story: Elevating the Narrative

Sarah Schlossberg contributed an article to the February issue of ALI CLE’s The Practical Lawyer, discussing Cozen O’Connor Women’s Initiative 19th Amendment Series.

SEC Proposed Exemption Provides Regulatory Clarity For Unregistered Finders

Joe Dever, Seth Popick, and Lindsey Stillwell contributed an article to Temple's Business Law Magazine discussing the SEC's decision to provide much-needed clarity to the regulatory status of so-called "finders" who assist small businesses in raising capital.

Illinois Restrictive Covenants Face A Sea Change If Bill Passes

Christopher Hennessy and Jeremy Glenn contributed an article to Law360 discussing how on January 8th, a bill was introduced in the Illinois Legislature that, if made into law, would rewrite significant aspects of the law of restrictive covenants entered into after the effective date of its adoption into law, including barring some altogether.

A Primer and a Warning for Section 220 Proceedings

Barry Klayman & Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision from the Court of Chancery in Delaware that serves as a primer on increasingly common defenses to stockholder books and records inspection demands and a cautionary tale for defendants in Section 220 proceedings who opt to pursue overly aggressive defense strategies that seek to place obstacles to the use of Section 220 as a quick and easy pre-filing discovery tool.

High Court Considers Retroactive Application of Unanimous Jury Ruling

Stephen Miller and Leigh Ann Benson contributed an article to The Legal Intelligencer discussing how earlier this year, only two states still permitted nonunanimous jury convictions—Louisiana and Oregon.

Chancery Holds First-Party Claims Covered by Standard Indemnity Provision in LLC Agreement Absent Express Contrary Intent

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision by the Court of Chancery in Delaware holding that first-party claims are covered by a standard indemnity provision in a limited liability company agreement absent an express intent to the contrary, rejecting application of the presumption in a line of cases involving bilateral commercial contracts against fee-shifting with respect to claims between the contracting parties absent a clear statement allowing it.

Navigating Atty Relationship Conflicts That May Imperil Cases

Thomas Wilkinson and Douglas Fox contributed an article to Law360 discussing how to identify and what to do when conflicts arise out of a lawyer's "personal relationship" with opposing counsel.

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Equality: The Ongoing Challenge of Law Firm Gender Diversity

Sarah Schlossberg contributed an article to the December issue of ALI CLE’s The Practical Lawyer, discussing areas of inequality within the legal profession today.

Trump Can Be the Greatest Loser [New York Daily News]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Daily News discussing whether former President Trump will concede that he lost in the 2020 Presidential Election.

Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards in the U.S. Post Daimler AG v. Bauman [Kluwer Arbitration Blog]

Michael Fernández contributed an article to the Kluwer Arbitration Blog discussing the challenges created by the personal jurisdiction requirements under U.S. law in the enforcement of foreign arbitral awards.

What Calif.'s New Consumer Debt Law Means For Collectors

Brett Watson contributed an article to Law360 discussing the enactment of the Debt Collection Licensing Act and the impact this will have on collectors.

ABA Issues Ethics Guidance on Lawyers’ Duties When Clients Engage in Fraudulent or Criminal Behavior

Thomas Wilkinson and Douglas Fox contributed an article to the PBA Federal Practice newsletter discussing lawyer’s ethical responsibilities when the their client appears to be engaging in a fraudulent scheme or criminal behavior and seeks advice in furthering that conduct.

Supreme Court Confronts Whether Computer Code Can Be Copyrighted

Stephen Miller and Chase Howard contributed an article to The Legal Intelligencer explaining how in October, the court heard oral argument in Google v. Oracle America, a case that is being closely watched by the software industry.

Waiver of Partition Right Held Unenforceable Where Unlimited in Duration

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision by the Court of Chancery in Delaware holding that a waiver of partition rights by co-tenants of real property was unenforceable because it was unlimited in duration.

California Brings Licensing and Oversight to Consumer Debt Collectors [Alert]

Brett D. Watson discusses the DCLA, one of several new consumer protection bills recently enacted in California, including the state’s “mini-CFPB,” otherwise known as the California Consumer Financial Protection Law.

2020 Election Sidebar: No Winner in a State? What Then? [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the latest legal issues concerning mail-in ballots in the presidential election.

Please Don’t Tell Kamala I’m With Her. I Wouldn’t Want to Jinx the Race [Los Angeles Times]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the Los Angeles Times discussing his experience supporting presidential candidates.

Anti-Assignment Clause Prohibiting Assignment by Operation of Law Applies to Subsequent Merger

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision by the Superior Court of Delaware holding that an anti-assignment clause prohibiting an assignment “by operation of law” without the other party’s consent applied to a subsequent merger in which the contracting party was not the surviving entity.

Demand Respect for Results [Albany Times Union]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the Albany Times Union discussing President Trump’s refusal to agree to a peaceful transition of power if he loses the 2020 election.

Preparing For Enhanced Enforcement Under Calif. 'Mini-CFPB' [Law360]

Brett Watson and Michael Kraft published an article to Law360 highlighting certain key provisions of the CCFPL and discussing what the CCFPL might mean for practitioners, the pros and cons of the new legislation, the challenges presented by the CCFPL, and how financial services providers should prepare themselves for anticipated aggressive enforcement procedures.

Fashion Industry Adaptations Amid Trade War, Pandemic

Heather Marx published an article to Law360 discussing the different effects that trade policies and the COVID-19 pandemic have had on the fashion industry.

Chapter 7 Trustee Can Abandon Looting Claims Back to Creditors Who Had Them Before the Bankruptcy

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger contributed an article to the Delaware Business Court Insider.

Protecting the Right to Vote: The Assault on the Franchise Continues [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the ongoing battle to protect your right to vote.

The benefits of long-term relationships in influencer marketing

Mayura Noordyke contributed an article to Agility PR Solutions discussing how putting in the work to build long-term relationships with influencers is the best way for brands to reap stable and continuing benefits.

Trump’s Tweets Are Hollow, but Frank Underwood-Style Voter Suppression Is a Real Election Day Threat [Daily Eagle]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the Daily Eagle discussing President Trump’s diversions to disrupt the 2020 presidential election.

A Long, Broken Arm Internet Defamation & Personal Jurisdiction

Michael de Leeuw and Tamar Wise contributed an article to the ACC New York City Chapter newsletter discussing issues associated with personal jurisdiction and the Internet.

Mobile Home Parks, Rental Property and COVID-19 Government Orders

Thomas Casparian provided an update for the Manufactured Housing Educational Trust —Mobile Home E-Series, to answer some questions MHET has posed that are plaguing community management, and help explain the web of emergency rules and restrictions.

Seller's Privilege Claims Remain With Seller Unless Buyer Contracts for Waiver or Waiver Right

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision by the Delaware Court of Chancery holding that, unlike the rule in merger cases, the privilege for communications regarding an asset purchase agreement and associated negotiations does not pass to the purchaser by default operation of law, but remains with the seller unless the buyer contracts for something different.

Leveraging GIS-Based Technology for Adjacent Construction Claims

Simeon Brier and Matthew Criscuolo contributed an article to the ABA discussing how adjacent construction claims are teeming with complex, data-driven issues where technology can provide tools to aid in the investigation, management and resolution of such claims.

Before John Lewis, Was the Bold Life and Unjust Death of Maceo Snipes [USA Today]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to USA Today discussing Maceo Snipes’s death and the impact he had on voting rights.

Chancery Decision Seeks to Further Clarify Operation of Del. Borrowing Statute

Barry Klayman & Mark Felger, writing in the Delaware Business Court Insider, discuss a recent decision by the Delaware Court of Chancery interpreting the state’s borrowing statute, which provides that a suit to enforce a cause of action arising outside of Delaware cannot be brought in a Delaware court after the expiration of the applicable Delaware statute of limitations or the statute of limitations of the state or country where the cause of action arose, whichever is shorter.

2020 Election Sidebar: Still No Plan for a Smooth Election [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing the need to develop contingency plans for voting during natural disasters or health crises.

California Court of Appeal Holds Banks Owe Depositors No Duty to Monitor Other Depositor’s Accounts [Alert]

Brett D. Watson discusses the California Court of Appeal's decision in Kurtz-Ahlers v. Bank of America.

Send Every N.Y. Voter a Ballot [New York Daily News]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Daily News discussing Governor Cuomo’s executive order permitting all New Yorkers to vote by mail in the primary elections.

Expect an Uptick in Employee Embezzlement Following COVID-19 Lockdowns [Alerts]

Brett D. Watson discusses why small businesses could experience an uptick in embezzlement post-COVID-19, how to prevent it, and how banks can insulate themselves from liability.

The Constitution and Religious Gatherings [The National Law Journal]

Michael de Leeuw and Tamar Wise contributed an article to The National Law Journal discussing the constitutional limits on infringements on religious gatherings.

Binding Electoral Votes: A Bad Idea for New York [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing William Josephson’s recent essay criticizing the current New York State Senate bill that would bind presidential electors to cast their votes for the winner of the popular vote.

New York Elections During the Pandemic [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing Governor Andrew Cuomo’s executive orders to postpone the presidential primary and streamline the voting process during the pandemic.

Guest Post – Reverse Engineering Can Get You Only So Far. Florida Case Dismissed After Grant of Daubert Motions

Karl Neumann wrote a guest piece for the Drug & Device Law Blog discussing Ramkelewan v. Globus Medical Inc. No. 5:18-cv-100, 2019 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 229357 (M.D. Fla. Dec. 10, 2019).

Chancery Upholds Shareholder Representative Structure and Refuses to Treat Sellers as Real Parties in Interest

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger published an article in the Delaware Business Court Insider.

It’s Been a Privilege: The Erosion of the Attorney-Client Privilege

Alycen Moss and Danielle Le Jeune contributed an article to the 2020 GDLA Law Journal discussing the importance of the attorney-client privilege.

Civil Liberties in the Age of COVID-19

Erica Pulford contributed an article to the Rutgers University Law Review discussing whether or not states can close their borders to, or impose mandatory quarantine on travelers from states or cities that have a high community spread of COVID-19.

5 Ways To Reduce Post-Pandemic Legal Malpractice Exposure

John Johnson contributed an article to Law360 discussing five ways to revisit your risk management strategies to avoid unnecessary exposure and reduce claims against your firm.

2020 Election Sidebar: No Voters Need Apply? [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing a U.S. constitutional provision that refers to state legislature’s authority to decide who picks presidential electors.

INSIGHT: Virtual Business Contacts Can Create Virtual Personal Jurisdiction

Thomas O'Rourke and William Lesser published an article to Bloomberg Law discussing how people reaching out to businesses in other states through various technology platforms to conduct business has implications for personal jurisdiction and the accompanying minimum contacts analysis.

How States Are Relaxing Truck Weight Rules During COVID-19

Tia Ghattas, Josh Greenbaum and Kendall Hayden contributed an article to Law360 outlining how some states have approached weight requirements and permit requirements, and what trucking companies should do to adhere.

COVID-19 and the Risk of Anti-Competitive Employment Practices

Jonathan Grossman, Mark Jacobson and Max Kaplan published an article to Corporate Compliance Insights discussing how employers, staffers, and recruiters should be cautious of antitrust enforcement during COVID-19.

COVID-Driven Commercial Litigation – What Businesses Can Expect

Adam Schlatner and Michael de Leeuw discuss potential COVID-19 related litigation, based on what is already happening and the legacy of other downturns.

Navigating Consumer Refund Demands on Account of the COVID-19 Pandemic [Alert]

Adam Schlatner and Matthew Elkin discuss the various state statutes and other issues facing sports teams, third-party ticket sellers, and other businesses that sell season passes and advance tickets.

Businesses may look to doctrines to excuse contract obligations

Jeffrey Greenspan contributed an article to the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin discussing a few legal doctrines that may come into play when analyzing a business’s duty to perform under a contract.

Cause of Action for Professional Negligence Accrues at the Time of Injury, Not When Damages Occur [Delaware Business Court Insider]

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger authored an article in the Delaware Business Court Insider discussing a recent decision of the Delaware Supreme Court holding that for tort claims, such as legal malpractice actions, the wrongful act occurs at the time of injury.

Pandemic Drug Test Guidance Offers Relief To Trucking Cos.

Tia Ghattas, Josh Greenbaum and Kendall Hayden contributed an article to Law360 discussing the guidance on compliance with drug and alcohol testing requirements during COVID-19.

2020 Election Sidebar: Can the Election Be Postponed? [New York Law Journal]

Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing whether President Trump can delay the 2020 Presidential Election.

Contracting to Avoid Force Majeure Litigation in the Midst of the COVID-19 Pandemic [Alert]

Abby L. Sacunas and Nicole H. Sprinzen discuss possible language for new and future contracts to avoid contract disputes that arise out of COVID-19 and future pandemics.

Litigation During the Pandemic: Remote Depositions [Alert]

Michael de Leeuw, Adam Schlatner, and Amy Alderfer discuss things to consider before taking your first remote deposition.

How COVID-19 Might Uproot Centuries Of Litigation Traditions

Elisabeth Ross and Christopher Hennessy published an article to Law360 discussing how due to COVID-19 courts, judges and attorneys may have to adapt further or even change the rules of litigation to bring greater flexibility to the way cases are handled.

While the world is on pause, it’s a good time to review your social media compliance policy

Brianne Polito contributed an article to Agility PR Solutions encouraging businesses to review their social media advertising strategies and compliance programs to ensure that they are updated, specifically tailored to the business, and that their marketing teams as well as influencers understand what is required under the FTC regulations.

Takeaways From FDA's Relaxed Rules For Making Face Masks

Denise Bense and Karl Neumann published an article to Law360 discussing the FDA's guidance policy for face masks and respirators during the coronavirus pandemic.

Telework May Bring Reimbursement Claims For Ill. Employers

Christopher Hennessy and Jeremy Glenn published an article to Law360 discussing teleworking and what this might mean for Illinois businesses in terms of expense reimbursement.

Four considerations when coronavirus makes you a trustee

Jason Domark published an article to South Florida Business and Wealth discussing how there is a lot to know and understand as a new trustee and gives four considerations to help along the way.

Bankruptcy Court Lacks Jurisdiction to Decide Motion to Stay Pending Appeal [Delaware Business Court Insider]

Barry Klayman and Mark Felger discuss a recent decision of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware refusing to grant a motion to stay the bankruptcy proceedings pending an appeal to the district court.

Pandemic-Related Funding Options For Ill. Businesses

Christopher Hennessy and Jeremy Glenn published an article to Law360 discussing the different programs the state of Illinois has announced to help businesses navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Stephanie Kennedy Appointed to Dean’s Advisory Council at Widener University Commonwealth Law School

Stephanie Kennedy, an associate in the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been appointed to the inaugural Dean’s Advisory Council at Widener University Commonwealth Law School.

Aaron Krauss Appointed to Uniform Law Commission Joint Editorial Board on Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Aaron Krauss, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been appointed to the Uniform Law Commission Joint Editorial Board (JEB) on Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution.

Orla Thompson Named to Law360’s Product Liability Editorial Advisory Board

NEW YORK – March 21, 2025 – Orla G. Thompson, member of the firm’s Global Insurance Department, has been named a member of Law360’s 2025 Product Liability Editorial Advisory Board.

Cozen O’Connor Promotes 31 Attorneys to Member and Senior Principal

“It’s always a pleasure to recognize the hard work and dedication of our attorneys and government relations professionals,” said Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Michael J. Heller. “This outstanding class of new members and senior principals will undoubtedly propel Cozen O’Connor’s ongoing success.”

Distinguished Leader Honoree: Jason Domark, Cozen O’Connor

Jason Domark was featured in a Daily Business Review article discussing the most important elements of leadership in the legal profession and his top survival tip in a work crisis.

Orla Thompson Selected to The National Black Lawyers Top 100 Lawyers in New York

Orla G. Thompson has been named one of National Black Lawyers (NBL) “Top 100 Lawyers in New York.”

Ken Fisher and Jerry Goldfeder Named to City & State New York’s 2025 Law Power 100

Ken Fisher, a member of Cozen O’Connor’s Business Law Department, and Jerry Goldfeder, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, have been named to City & State New York’s 2025 Law Power 100.

Adrienne Adams Takes Steps Towards Possible Run for Mayor as Andrew Cuomo Also Eyes Bid

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on Spectrum News to discuss the New York City mayoral race.

Five Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Recognized as 2025 Southern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Los Angeles attorneys Susan A. Grueneberg and Marion Hack and Santa Monica attorneys Thomas W. Casparian and Paul S. Rutter to its 2025 Southern California Super Lawyers list. Joseph McCormack, counsel in the Los Angeles office was named a 2025 Rising Star.

Alexander Cohen Named to Securities Docket 2025 Advisory Board

Alexander Cohen, a member of the firm’s Securities Litigation and SEC Enforcement practice, has been named to the 2025 Securities Docket Advisory Board.

Federal Judge Indefinitely Adjourns New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ Criminal Trial

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on ABC7 to discuss Judge Dale Ho’s decision to appoint an independent attorney to argue against the DOJ’s motion in Mayor Eric Adam’s corruption trial.

Judge Suspends Mayor Adam’s April Trial and Appoints Independent Counsel to Weigh In

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on Spectrum News NY1 to discuss Judge Dale Ho’s decision to appoint amicus counsel in Mayor Eric Adam’s trial.

Josephine Bahn Selected as a Leaders in Law Honoree by The Daily Record

Josephine Bahn, an associate in the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been selected as one of The Daily Record’s 2025 Leaders in Law honorees in the Leadership in Law category.

Five Cozen O’Connor Attorneys, One Practice Area Recognized in 2025 Chambers Global Rankings

Geoffrey Ferrer, Shane Hardy, Michael Osborne, Melissa Siebert, and Steven Weisz were ranked in their practice areas based on their legal knowledge and experience, ability, effectiveness and client service.

Attorney Talks Hochul’s Growing Pressure to Remove Adams

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on Spectrum News to discuss the process for Gov. Kathy Hochul to remove Mayor Eric Adams from office and what it could look like.

Many Want Hochul to Force Adams From Office. She Isn’t Rushing.

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a New York Times article discussing the potential removal of Mayor Adams, which would trigger an unpredictable course of events as the governor has never removed a mayor of New York City.

Ashley Gomez-Rodon Selected as an “On the Rise” Attorney by Daily Business Review’s Florida Legal Awards

Ashley Gomez-Rodon, an associate in the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been selected as a Florida Legal Awards honoree in the On the Rise category.

Dealing With Deficiencies: Strategies for Responding to the SEC and Drafting Deficiency Response Letters

Alexander Cohen was quoted in a Private Equity Law Report article discussing the steps a fund manager should take if they disagree with the Examinations staff’s findings in a deficiency letter.

Jason Domark Named “Distinguished Leader” by Daily Business Review’s Florida Legal Awards

Jason Domark, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been named a Florida Legal Awards honoree in the Distinguished Leaders category.

Dealing With Deficiencies: How to Ensure Smooth SEC Examinations and Prepare to Respond to Inevitable Deficiency Letters

Alexander Cohen was quoted in a Private Equity Law Report article discussing the importance of internal stakeholders' consistent involvement during the SEC examination and deficiency response process.

Current Issue, Justices Weigh Whether Hobbs Act Forces Trial Court to Accept FCC’s TCPA Interpretation

Max Kaplan was quoted in a TR Daily article discussing the issues raised by the Supreme Court in PDR Network that were revisited during the oral argument for McLaughlin Chiropractic v. McKesson Corporation, and whether Justice Amy Coney Barrett or Justice Jackson could be won over to Justice Kavanaugh’s position.

Key Justices Stay Quiet As High Court Weighs FCC Deference

Max Kaplan was quoted in a Law360 article discussing Justice Amy Coney Barrett and Chief Justice John Roberts’ silence and lack of indication of how they might rule on McLaughlin Chiropractic v. McKesson Corporation during Tuesday’s hearing.

Product Liability Cases To Watch In 2025

Jillian Flax was quoted in a Law360 article discussing the Monsanto preemption cases and the Third Circuit’s decision to decline to review a ruling that federal law preempts a Pennsylvania state law that orders cancer warnings on chemicals.

Privacy & Cybersecurity Litigation To Watch In 2025

Melissa Siebert was quoted in a Law360 article discussing the rise of lawsuits that allege violations of the California Invasion of Privacy Act, which prohibits the interception or recording of communications without all parties' consent.

Ivory Bishop Appointed to the New York City Bar Association Judiciary Committee

Ivory Bishop, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been appointed to the New York City Bar Association’s Judiciary Committee.

Michael Fernández Named to Latinvex’s 2025 Latin America’s Rising Legal Stars List

Michael Fernández, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been named a 2025 Rising Legal Star in Latin America by Latinvex.

If You Weren’t a Lawyer, What Would You Like to Be Doing for a Living Now?

Samuel Mogensen was featured in a Minnesota Bar Association Bench and Bar article discussing the compelling aspects of practicing law and what his career would be like if he weren’t a lawyer.

Barry Boss and Eric Leonard Selected to Washingtonian Magazine’s 2024 Washington, DC’s Top Lawyers

Barry Boss, co-chair of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department and White Collar Defense & Investigations Practice Group, and Eric Leonard, co-chair of the Government Contracts Practice Group, have been named to the 2024 Washington, DC’s Top Lawyers by the Washingtonian Magazine.

Jerry Goldfeder Selected to Receive New Democratic Dimensions 2024 Liberty Award

Jerry Goldfeder, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been selected to receive the New Democratic Dimensions Liberty Award.

Trump's Legal Future After Winning The Presidential Election

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on Spectrum News to discuss Donald Trump's current pending legal proceedings.

Cozen O’Connor Recognized in Best Law Firms – Canada in 8 Practice Areas for 2025

These rankings are based on research and data collected through the "Law Firm Survey," as well as the feedback of almost 2,200 clients, more than 4,600 lawyers, 206 interviews with practice group and firm leaders.

Joseph Dever Named to Securities Docket’s 2024 Enforcement Elite List

Joseph Dever, chair of the firm’s Securities Litigation and SEC Enforcement practice, has been selected as a member of Securities Docket’s Enforcement Elite list for 2024.

Cozen O’Connor Recognized as a “Best Law Firm” in 31 Practice Areas Nationwide, 54 Practice Areas Regionally

In 2024, Best Lawyers received more than 100,000 client references and observed a 65% increase in client participation in their survey.

How Trump Allies Could Challenge US Presidential Election Result

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in an Irish Times article discussing the Republican Party’s plan to send 230,000 volunteers across every battleground state to monitor alleged fraud after the polls close on election day.

NY Lawyers Preparing for Prominent Role in State, National Elections

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a New York Law Journal article discussing his and the firm's role in assisting the State Democracy Defenders Fund to research state laws to support litigation by Democrats and Republicans to expand the vote and ensure valid ballots are counted.

Would the Federal Government Prosecute Elon Musk for His $1 Million Lottery? Don’t Hold Your Breath

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a PolitiFact article discussing whether the Federal Election Commission or the Justice Department would prosecute Elon Musk for his $1 million daily lottery for registered voters in battleground states who sign his petition advocating for free speech and the Second Amendment.

Michael de Leeuw Honored by Access Justice Brooklyn with the Dedication to Justice Award

Michael de Leeuw, vice-chair of the firm’s Business Litigation group, has been selected to receive the Access Justice Brooklyn Dedication to Justice Award.

DOJ Warns Musk $1 Million Payments to Voters May Be Illegal, FEC Complaint Filed

Jerry Goldfeder was interviewed by Straight Arrow News to discuss whether Elon Musk’s 1 million dollar daily giveaway to registered votes is illegal.

Is Elon Musk’s $1 Million Payment to Registered Voters in Swing States Legal?

Jerry Goldfeder was interviewed by Straight Arrow News to discuss whether Elon Musk’s public statement requiring winners to become spokespersons for his petition affects the legality of his daily $1 million lottery for registered voters.

Stephanie Chesney Receives Veterans Legal Services 2024 Outstanding Pro Bono Award

BOSTON, October 3, 2024 – Stephanie Chesney, member of Cozen O’Connor’s Global Insurance Department, has been named the recipient of the Veteran Legal Services 2024 Outstanding Pro Bono Award.

The Possible Paths Ahead if Adams Quits or Gets Booted, Jumaane Would Take Over

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a New York Daily News article discussing an inability committee, formed by city officials, that could vote Mayor Adams out of office if the governor decides not to remove him.

Legal Scholars: There's Not Much Adams Could Do if Hochul Chooses to Remove Him

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a New York Law Journal article discussing whether New York’s Governor, Kathy Hochul, has the authority to remove Mayor Adams and what the process would look like.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Has Been Indicted on Federal Charges. So What Comes Next?

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in an NBC New York article discussing New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ decision to stay in office after his indictment was announced.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Indicted After Federal Corruption Probe

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a Bloomberg Law article discussing New York City Mayor Eric Adam’s indictment and what would happen if he resigned.

Adams Indictment What’s Next?

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on NBC News to discuss what will happen if New York City Mayor Eric Adams resigns.

After the Eric Adams Indictment, What’s Next?

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a Wall Street Journal article discussing whether a special election would be needed if Mayor Eric Adams resigns.

Cozen O’Connor Announces Eight New Shareholders

Alexandra Campau, Nathan Dooley, Kyle Farnam, Paul Ferland, Matthew Glavin, Aaron Lukas, Dana Meyers, and Judd Serotta were all promoted to shareholder.

Cozen O’Connor Attorney Melisssa Siebert Named among Crain’s Chicago Business 2024 Notable Leaders in Law

Melissa Siebert, co-founder and chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Emerging Data Privacy Trends practice, has been named to Crain’s Chicago Business 2024 list of Notable Leaders in Accounting, Consulting & Law.

Jason Domark and Ellen Morris Named to Legal Elite Notable Managing Partners List by Florida Trend

Jason Domark and Ellen Morris have been named to Florida Trend’s 2024 Legal Elite Notable Managing Partners list.

Lynnette Espy-Williams Named to 2024 Most Influential Black Lawyers in Corporate America List by Savoy Magazine

Lynnette Espy-Williams, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer and member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been named one of the 2024 Most Influential Black Lawyers in Corporate America by Savoy Magazine.

How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Put Yourself in the Right Position to Take Advantage of Opportunities as They Arise,' Says Heather Marx of Cozen O'Connor

Heather Marx was featured in a Law.com article discussing her role as the vice chair office managing partner for the firm’s Minneapolis office.

Best Lawyers Honors More Than 200 Cozen O'Connor Attorneys in its Best Lawyers in America 2025 Edition

Best Lawyers selected 242 Cozen O’Connor lawyers from 24 of the firm’s U.S. offices for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America.

Election Lawyers Weren't Surprised Judge Knocked RFK Jr. Off Presidential Ballot

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a New York Law Journal article discussing a New York trial court judge’s decision that ordered the state Board of Elections not to include Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on the statewide ballot.

Guided Journey PLUS Program Empowers Prospective Law Students Through Widener Law Commonwealth’s LSAT Instruction

Stephanie Kennedy was quoted in a Widener University Commonwealth Law School article discussing her involvement in the Guided Journey PLUS program, which supports aspiring law students nationwide by building test-taking skills for the Law School Admissions Test.

Michael Fernández Elected to the Hispanic National Bar Association Board of Governors

Michael Fernández, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been elected to the Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA) Board of Governors as the vice president of affiliates and associates.

Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Author ABA Banking On It: The Ten Most Common Claims Involving Banks

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Aaron Krauss, Brett Watson, and Josephine Bahn, members of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, have authored chapters of the American Bar Association’s latest book, Banking on It: The Ten Most Common Claims Involving Banks.

Michael Osborne Recognized in Who’s Who Legal: Competition 2024

Michael Osborne, chair of the firm’s Canadian Competition Practice, has been recognized in Who’s Who Legal: Competition 2024.

Four Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named to 2024 Washington Super Lawyers List

Peter Berg and Jodi A. McDougall were named 2024 Super Lawyers; Sarah Pozzi and Karl Neumann were recognized as 2024 Washington Rising Stars.

Veteran Attorney Discusses Upcoming Democratic National Convention

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on Spectrum News to discuss the Democratic Party's nomination process.

Fourteen Cozen O’Connor Lawyers Named to Minnesota Monthly “Top Lawyers” list

The list will appear in the July/August 2024 issue of Minnesota Monthly

Super Lawyers Names 15 Cozen O’Connor Attorneys to its 2024 Florida List

Eight Cozen O’Connor attorneys have been recognized as Super Lawyers, including Susan N. Eisenberg, James A. Gale, Howard S. Krooks, Samuel A. Lewis, Ellen S. Morris, Stuart R. Morris, Ralf R. Rodriguez, and Martin T. Schrier. The seven Cozen O’Connor attorneys recognized as Rising Stars are Heather Beale, Tiffany Bustamante, J. Kent Crocker, Arielle Eisenberg, Alexandra J. Schultz, Natasha Shaikh, and Paul Souferis.

What SCOTUS’ Immunity Ruling Means for Trump’s Cases and Future Presidents

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a WLRN article discussing how the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision regarding presidential immunity will impact Donald Trump’s conviction and sentencing in New York.

Discussing Voting Rights With the Next Generation

Josephine Bahn was a guest on the National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL) podcast to discuss her role in the voting rights case Nairne v. Ardoin.

Brett Nicole Taylor Named 2024 Southern CA Super Lawyers Rising Star

Brett Nicole Taylor was named to the 2024 Super Lawyers Southern California Rising Stars list and the 2024 Super Lawyers Women’s Edition.

Banking, Regulations, and Litigation: A Perfect Match

Aaron Krauss and Brett Watson were guests on the Litigation Radio podcast to discuss the legal challenges and strategies banks need to navigate the complex regulatory environment.

31 Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Each candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. Only 5 percent of attorneys are named Super Lawyers; only 2.5 percent of attorneys are listed as Rising Stars.

Nearly 100 Cozen O’Connor Lawyers, 27 Practices Earn Top Recognition in Chambers USA 2024 Guide

Chambers USA rankings are based on an “assessment of a firm’s work and opinions from external market sources, with an emphasis on client feedback.” In order to be ranked in the guide, lawyers and firms must demonstrate “sustained excellence.”

Two Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named Delaware Super Lawyers

Super Lawyers has selected Mark Felger for the 2024 Delaware Super Lawyers list and Kaan Ekiner for its Delaware Rising Stars list.

Michael Fernández Elected to the New York City Bar Association Board of Directors

Michael Fernández, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been elected to the New York City Bar Association (NYCBA) Board of Directors.

Cozen O’Connor Lands Securities Enforcement Regulatory Attorney Alexander I. Cohen, Further Expanding its Securities Litigation & SEC Enforcement Practice in New York City

Cohen, who comes to the firm from Sidley Austin LLP, joins the firm as a member and will work out of its rapidly growing New York City office.

Jerry Goldfeder Analyzes Donald Trump’s Reaction to His Conviction on 1010WINS

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on 1010WINS to discuss Donald Trump’s reaction to his criminal hush money trial conviction.

Jerry Goldfeder Discusses Donald Trump’s Conviction on 1010WINS

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on 1010WINS to discuss Donald Trump’s felony conviction.

Trump Was Found Guilty of Crimes in New York. Can He Still Vote in Florida?

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a Yahoo News article discussing how an appeal to Donald Trump’s conviction will impact his voting status in his home state.

Jury Deliberations Begin in Trump Hush Money Trial

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on WBUR Here and Now to discuss how the jury might weigh the evidence presented in former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial.

Prosecution Delivers Closing Argument in Trump’s Historic Criminal Hush Money Trial

In a video interview with ABC News Live, Jerry Goldfeder discusses the prosecution’s closing argument in Donald Trump’s trial.

Prosecution, Defense Deliver Closing Arguments in Trump Hush Money Trial

In a video interview with Spectrum News, Jerry Goldfeder discusses how critical the closing arguments are in Donald Trump’s trial.

Competition Bureau Probes Alleged Anticompetitive Conduct by Loblaws, Sobeys Owners

Michael Osborne was quoted in a CTV News article discussing the Canada Competition Bureau’s investigations into the parent companies of grocery store chains Loblaws and Sobeys, alleging that their property controls limit retail grocery competition.

RFK Jr. May Face Legal Trouble After Listing Westchester Home as Residence Without Actually Living There: Experts

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a New York Post article discussing Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s claim to residency in New York despite not owning the property and rarely visiting the address.

Cross-Examination of Michael Cohen Underway

In a video interview with ABC News Live, Jerry Goldfeder discusses the defense’s strategy to discredit Michael Cohen in the Donald Trump trial.

A Trump Conviction Depends on Proving More Than a Hush-Money Coverup

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a Wall Street Journal article discussing whether Donald Trump knew that Michael Cohen’s payment to Stormy Daniels violated the Federal Election Campaign Act.

Jesse Loffler Named as a Minority Corporate Counsel Association 2024 Rising Star

Jesse Loffler, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been named a 2024 Rising Star by the Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA).

Michael Cohen Testifies for Second Day in Trump Criminal Hush Money Trial

In a video interview with Spectrum News, Jerry Goldfeder discusses Michael Cohen’s testimony in Donald Trump’s trial.

Trump's Defense Team Cross-Examines Michael Cohen

In a video interview with ABC News, Jerry Goldfeder discusses the prosecution's case so far in Donald Trump’s trial.

Court Wraps For the Week in FMR. Pres. Trump’s Historic Criminal Hush Money Trial in NYC

In a video interview with ABC News, Jerry Goldfeder discusses the judge’s gag order warning to Michael Cohen in Donald Trump’s trial.

Stormy Daniels Testifying Again in Hush Money Case

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on ABC News to discuss what he will be listening for as the defense questions Stormy Daniels.

Stormy Daniels Describes Alleged Sexual Encounter With Trump

In a video interview with ABC News, Jerry Goldfeder analyzes the Trump trial and Stormy Daniels’s testimony.

Former Longtime Trump Organization Controller Delivers Crucial Testimony

In a video interview with ABC News, Jerry Goldfeder discusses Jeffrey McConney’s testimony in Donald Trump’s trial.

Trump’s Hush Money Trial Resumes

In a video interview with Spectrum News, Jerry Goldfeder discusses the narrative the prosecution is trying to prove to the jurors.

Hope Hicks Testifies at Trump Hush Money Trial

In a video interview with ABC News, Jerry Goldfeder discusses Trump’s reaction to Hope Hick’s testimony.

Michael Cohen’s Banker Testifies in Trump Trial

In a video interview with CNN, Jerry Goldfeder discusses the testimony of Michael Cohen’s banker.

Old, Unused, and ‘Twisty’ — Meet the Obscure NY Election-Conspiracy Law That Just Might Get Trump Convicted

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a Business Insider article discussing whether prosecutors have to prove Trump is guilty of violating FECA, state tax law, and falsifying business records.

Day 4 of Witness Testimonies Underway in Trump’s Hush Money Trial

In a video interview with ABC News, Jerry Goldfeder discusses David Pecker's testimony, which puts Trump at the center of the catch-and-kill scheme to unlawfully interfere with the election.

Donald Trump Says Legal Case 'Fallen Apart'

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a Newsweek article discussing David Pecker’s testimony in Donald Trump’s trial.

Veteran Attorney Jerry Goldfeder Discusses Trump’s Mounting Legal Troubles

In a video interview with Spectrum News, Jerry Goldfeder breaks down the evidence against Donald Trump.

Eleven Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Recognized as Washington, D.C., Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Seven attorneys were recognized as Super Lawyers and four were named Rising Stars, a list that recognizes attorneys under the age of 40.

Former National Enquirer Publisher Takes The Stand In Hush Money Trial

In a video interview with ABC News, Jerry Goldfeder discusses how the defense tried to portray Donald Trump as just an ordinary man, husband, and father.

All Jurors Seated For Trump Hush Money Trial

In a video interview with ABC News, Jerry Goldfeder discusses the intent of the judge in Donald Trump’s trial to keep the jurors free from Trump's attack or intimidation.

Twelve Jurors And One Alternate Selected In Trump’s NYC Criminal Hush Money Trial

In a video interview with ABC News, Jerry Goldfeder discusses the skepticism over the ability to seat an impartial jury in Donald Trump’s trial.

Objection Alleges Nearly 30,000 Petition Signatures From Us Senate Candidate Are Invalid

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a WBNG article discussing the objections to petitions filed by Khaled Salem, alleging that the signatures required to gain ballot access are invalid.

Hugh Marbury Named to the Johns Hopkins Eudowood Foundation Board of Directors

Hugh Marbury, co-chair of the firm’s Copyright Practice, has been named to the Board of Directors of the Eudowood Foundation at Johns Hopkins.

Litigation Abound Challenging NY Law That Puts County Elections in Even-Numbered Years

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a New York Law Journal article discussing the lawsuits in New York trial courts challenging a recent law that will change town and county elections to coincide with federal and state elective offices.

What to Expect When Trump’s 1st Criminal Trial Begins Monday

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on PBS News Hour to discuss how the media has presented Donald Trump’s criminal trial.

Jerry Goldfeder was a Guest on ABC7

In a video interview with ABC7, Jerry Goldfeder discusses the NYPD Chief of Patrol’s tweets suggesting voting out an elected official from his official department account.

Brett Watson Appointed to Inland Counties Legal Services Board of Directors

Brett Watson, chair of the firm’s Retail Banking Practice, has been appointed to the Inland Counties Legal Services (ICLS) Board of Directors.

What’s Next For Trump? Ex-president Has 10 Days to Post Reduced $175m Bond as He Appeals Fraud Judgment

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a New York Post Article discussing the First Department’s decision to reduce Donald Trump’s bond.

Kenneth Fisher and Jerry Goldfeder Named in City & State New York’s 2024 Trailblazers in Law

Kenneth Fisher, a member of the firm’s Business Law Department, and Jerry Goldfeder, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, have been named to City & State New York’s 2024 Trailblazers in Law list.

Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Win Several PA Legal Awards; Firm Named Finalist for Law Firm of the Year

John Cunningham, Steven Haas, Kristina Bakardjiev, Dylan Alper, and Maureen Holland were all recognized this year.

Cozen O’Connor Promotes 23 Attorneys to Member

“This is a group of terrific lawyers across many offices and practices areas and we look forward to following their achievements,” said Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Michael J. Heller.

Hugh Marbury Celebrates 15 Years at the American Law Institute

Hugh Marbury is celebrating his 15th year since being elected to the American Law Institute.

NY Gov. Approves Bill Directing Redistricting Suits to NY's Major Metropolitan Courts

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a New York Law Journal article discussing an amended bill that Governor Kathy Hochul signed, which limits New Yorkers to filing redistricting lawsuits in Manhattan and Albany, Westchester, and Erie counties.

Leading Lawyers Network Recognizes 19 Cozen O’Connor Lawyers as Top Illinois Practitioners

Ira Bodenstein, Jack Carriglio, Janet Davis, John Dunn, Mitch Edlund, Wendy Enerson, Gary Gassman, Tia Ghattas, Jeremy Glenn, Erin Bolan Hines, Mark Rabinowitz, Peter Roberts, Brian Shaw, Joseph Tilson, Julie Trester, Peter Valeta, Anna Wermuth, and Brian Williams were recognized as Leading Lawyers, Christina Sanfelippo was recognized as an Emerging Lawyer.

Five Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named to 2024 Georgia Super Lawyers List

Recognized by their peers in Georgia as Super Lawyers are Kenan Loomis and Alycen Moss. Luciana Aquino, Dakota E. Knehans, and Danielle C. Le Jeune were named “Rising Stars,” a list that recognizes attorneys under the age of 40.

Election Attorney Discusses Federal Appeals Court Denying Trump Immunity

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on Spectrum News NY1 to discuss if Trump is eligible to run for president due to his conduct surrounding the January 6 insurrection.

Miguel Alexander Pozo Reappointed to Minnesota Federal District Court Judicial Selection Committee

Cozen O’Connor is proud to announce that Miguel Alexander Pozo has been reappointed by U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN) to their judicial selection committee.

Cozen O’Connor Adds Up and Coming Litigator and International Arbitration Practitioner Michael A. Fernández to its Award-Winning Commercial Litigation Practice

Fernández is a fast-rising international business litigator with a strong track record of successfully resolving high-value cross-border business disputes originating in Latin America and other regions.

How We Can Get Rid of Trump and Biden

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on The Middle – Unplugged with Anthony Weiner podcast to discuss how a candidate can be replaced on the ballot.

Eleven Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named 2024 Illinois Super Lawyers

The Cozen O’Connor attorneys who have been recognized by their peers in Illinois as Super Lawyers are Jack Carriglio, Janet Davis, Jeremy Glenn, Allen Guon, Peter Roberts, Brian Shaw, Joe Tilson, and Anna Wermuth. Amy Doig, David Doyle, and Corey Hickman were named to this year’s Illinois Rising Stars list. This is Hickman’s first year on the Rising Stars list.

Cozen O’Connor Named A Law360 Cannabis Practice Group of the Year

Cozen O’Connor was named a Law360 Cannabis Practice Group of the Year, the 4th time the cannabis team has received this honor. Joseph Bedwick and Patrick Martin spoke with Law360 to discuss the recognition.

This Jan. 6, NY Democrats Are Vocal About Removing Trump From the Ballot, but Decision Remains With the BOE

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a City & State New York article discussing the process for the New York State Board of Elections to remove Trump from the ballot.

Majority of NYC Council Members, All Democrats, Say Trump Shouldn’t Be On the NY Ballot

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a Gothamist article discussing the New York City council members’ letter to the state Board of Elections to withhold Donald J. Trump’s name from the state’s 2024 presidential primary and general election ballots.

Banks Gear Up for Battle Over Capital Rules, Swipe Fees in 2024

Brett Watson was quoted in a Bloomberg Law article discussing the 2024 banking regulatory agenda, which will likely face an uphill climb.

New York Lawmakers Want Trump off the Ballot

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a Spectrum News article discussing New York State Legislature and City Council members urging the State Board of Elections to disqualify Donald Trump from the primary ballot.

Colorado Supreme Court Rules Trump Ineligible to be President For Insurrection

In a video interview with Spectrum News, Jerry Goldfeder discusses the Colorado Supreme Court ruling that decided Trump is ineligible to be president because of his role in the insurrection.

Long-Shot Candidates Battle to Get on State Ballots

Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in an article published by The Hill, discussing the hurdles for several outsider presidential candidates working to secure spots on various state ballots for the upcoming election.

Catherine Yun and Damali Martin Elected to Executive Committee of CLS’s Justice Rising Advocates

PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 6, 2023 - Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Catherine Yun and Damali Martin, attorneys in the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, have been elected to the Community Legal Services of Philadelphia (CLS)’s Justice Rising Advocates (JRA) Executive Committee.

Michael Osborne Selected to Who’s Who Legal: Competition 2023

Michael Osborne, chair of the firm’s Canadian Competition Practice, has been selected to Who’s Who Legal: Competition 2023.

Jason Domark Appointed Co-Chair of the ABA Commercial and Business Litigation Committee International Litigation Subcommittee

Jason Domark, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been appointed co-chair of the International Litigation Subcommittee for the American Bar Association Commercial and Business Litigation Committee.

Elite Voting Rights Attorney Jerry H. Goldfeder and Veteran Commercial Litigator Kerry T. Cooperman from Stroock to join Cozen O’Connor

Jerry H. Goldfeder, widely regarded as among the nation’s most influential political lawyers, and Kerry T. Cooperman, an equally influential commercial litigator and nonprofit attorney with more than a decade of experience handling complex real estate disputes and counseling nonprofit organizations, join the firm's New York City office.

Thriving Together: Cultivating Allyship, Safety & Diversity in Law Firm Culture

Lynnette Espy-Williams, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer and member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, joined Yasmin Zand on the “CMO Series Represents” podcast.

10 Questions with Heather Marx

Heather Marx was featured in a Hennepin Lawyer article discussing her practice, the unique challenges women face in the legal profession, and the advice she will never forget.

2023 Top Women in Law: Heather Marx

Heather Marx was featured in a Minnesota Lawyer Magazine spotlight, discussing her career as an attorney.

In Their Words: Hacks For New Lawyer Parents From Veterans

Dylan Alper was featured in a Law360 article discussing the advice he would give to new parents on navigating the challenges that come with being a parent and a lawyer.

Lynnette Espy-Williams Named to 2023 Top 10 Most Influential Women in Diversity & Inclusion List by The Chief Navigators Magazine

Lynnette Espy-Williams, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer and member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been named one of the Top 10 Most Influential Women in Diversity & Inclusion by The Chief Navigators Magazine.

Philip Kircher Honored With the St. Thomas of Villanova Award for Pro Bono Service

Philip Kircher, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been selected to receive the St. Thomas of Villanova Award for Pro Bono Service.

Report Finds Decline in Competitive Intensity

In a video interview with BNN Bloomberg, Michael Osborne discusses the Competition Bureau's study on Canada’s competitive intensity over the last two decades.

Nathan Larkin Selected as a Committee of Seventy Buchholz Fellow

Nathan Larkin, an associate in the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been selected as a Buchholz Fellow of the Committee of Seventy, a nonpartisan civic leadership organization that advances representative, ethical, and effective government across the commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Champagne Announces Grocer Commitments to Stabilize Costs

In a video interview with BNN Bloomberg, Michael Osborne discusses Minister François-Philippe Champagne's announcement regarding initial commitments from Canada's grocers to stabilize food prices.

Toronto Real Estate Class-Action Could Affect Billions of Dollars in Commissions

Michael Osborne was quoted in a Financial Post article discussing a class action lawsuit that alleges major brokers and real estate organizations in Toronto implemented rules that essentially stifled competition for buyer brokerage services, resulting in higher prices.

Dexter Hamilton Appointed to the Philadelphia Police Foundation Board of Directors

Dexter Hamilton, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been appointed to the Philadelphia Police Foundation board of directors.

Super Lawyers Recognizes 27 Cozen O’Connor Attorneys in New York

Thirteen attorneys were recognized as Super Lawyers and 14 were named “Rising Stars.”

Competition Law not Meant to Fight Inflation

Michael Osborne sat down with BNN Bloomberg to discuss the Canadian government's new legislation.

Trudeau Takes Aim at Corporate Canada as Inflation Sinks His Popularity

Michael Osborne was quoted in a Bloomberg article discussing the impact of Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne's demand for grocery executives to decrease food inflation rates.

Cozen O’Connor’s Heather Marx Named to Minnesota Lawyer’s Inaugural Top Women in Law List

Heather Marx, a member of Cozen O’Connor’s Commercial Litigation practice and vice-chair of the firm’s Trade Remedies practice, has been named by Minnesota Lawyer Magazine to its inaugural “Top Women in Law” list.

Cozen O’Connor Announces Seven New Shareholders

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce Wendy Enerson, Melissa Grossman, Susan Grueneberg, Suzanne Radcliff, Laura Reinhart, John Sullivan, and Cheryl Upham have been promoted to shareholder.

Thomas Casparian and Brett Watson Named ICLS Pro Bono Volunteers of the Year

Thomas Casparian and Brett Watson, members of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, have been named Inland Counties Legal Services (ICLS) Pro Bono Volunteers of the Year.

Ten Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named Best Lawyers and Ones to Watch in Canada

Ten Cozen O’Connor lawyers from the firm’s Toronto and Vancouver offices were selected for inclusion in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada

Law360 Names Cozen O’Connor a Pennsylvania Powerhouse

Cozen O’Connor was previously named a Pennsylvania Powerhouse in 2022, 2018, and 2014.

Best Lawyers Honors More Than 200 Cozen O'Connor Attorneys to its Best Lawyers in America 2024 Edition

Best Lawyers selected 232 Cozen O’Connor lawyers from 24 of the firm’s U.S. offices for inclusion in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America.

Sarah Schlossberg Named to City & State Pennsylvania Power of Diversity: Women’s Power 100 List

Under Sarah’s leadership of the Women's Initiative, Cozen O’Connor garnered a first-time spot on Seramount’s Best Law Firms for Women and Diversity list in 2023.

Cozen O’Connor Attorney Jim Argionis appointed to Dean’s Advisory Council at Loyola University Chicago

Jim Argionis, a member of Cozen O’Connor’s Commercial Litigation practice, has been appointed to serve a 3-year term on the Dean’s Advisory Council (DAC) at Loyola University Chicago’s College of Arts and Sciences.

Cozen O’Connor’s Commercial Litigation Department Selected as a 2023 Litigation Department of the Year Finalist by The American Lawyer

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department has been selected by The American Lawyer as a 2023 litigation department of the year finalist for Pennsylvania.

Josephine Bahn Reelected as Under 36 Representative to the American Bar Association House of Delegates

Josephine Bahn, an associate in the firm’s Construction Law Group, has been reelected by the D.C. Bar as their Under 36 representative to the American Bar Association House of Delegates.

Arbitration Compelled Based on Unsigned Fee Agreement

Jason Domark was quoted in an American Bar Association Litigation Section article discussing Zimmerman v. Sherman and the additional steps the law firm could have taken to potentially avoid enforcement litigation.

Young Lawyers Hit by US Supreme Court Rejection of Debt Relief

Josephine Bahn was quoted in a Bloomberg article discussing the Supreme Court’s decision to reject President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness program. This decision disappointed many law students and early career attorneys who have taken out student loans to pay for their education.

Evan Caplan and James Mulcahy Named Philadelphia VIP Volunteers of the Month

Evan Caplan, a member of Cozen O'Connor's Commercial Litigation Department, and James Mulcahy, a paralegal in Cozen O'Connor's Commercial Litigation Department, have been selected as Philadelphia VIP's June Volunteers of the Month.

Alumni Spotlight with Josephine M. Bahn

Josephine Bahn was featured in an American Bar Association Litigation Section Alumni Spotlight.

Why Firm, Legal Dept. Leaders Should Pay Attention to Gen Z

Josephine Bahn was quoted in a Law360 article discussing how some firms have adjusted to evolving industry standards.

Expanding Scope Of Practice: Pamela Dorian Reflects

In an interview with Third Thursday, Pamela Dorian, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, discussed her experiences with construction defect cases and the advice she would give to construction law attorneys looking to handle these types of cases.

Matthew Criscuolo Reelected President of The Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County

Matthew Criscuolo, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been reelected as President of The Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County.

Jason Domark Named President-Elect of the Estate Planning Council of Greater Miami

Jason Domark, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been named president-elect of the Estate Planning Council of Greater Miami.

Brett Nicole Taylor Named 2023 Southern CA Super Lawyers Rising Star

Brett defends clients in state and federal court in the dietary supplement, food, and cosmetic industries from product liability claims, claims of proposition 65 violations, and violations of consumer protection actions.

Eighty-eight Cozen O’Connor Lawyers, 23 Practices Earn Top Recognition in Chambers USA 2023 Guide

Of the 88 lawyers ranked, 17 lawyers have been recognized nationally, and eighteen were recognized in Band 1. Eight of the firm's practice areas have been recognized nationally, and nine were ranked Band 1.

42 Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named Pennsylvania Super Lawyers & Rising Stars

Super Lawyers has selected 42 Cozen O'Connor attorneys to the 2023 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

Four Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Recognized by Legal Intelligencer Awards

Four Cozen O'Connor attorneys have been recognized by The Legal Intelligencer's 2023 Professional Excellence Awards.

Dianne Feinstein and Senatorial Power

Jerry Goldfeder a guest on The Takeaway Podcast to discuss Dianne Feinstein’s absence from the Senate.

Cozen O’Connor Attorney Jim Argionis Reappointed Chairman of the Illinois Department of Employment Security Advisory Board

Cozen O’Connor attorney Jim Argionis, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation practice in Chicago, has been reappointed by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker as Chairman of the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) Advisory Board.

Gen Z Attorneys are Here. Is The Legal Industry Ready?

Josephine Bahn was quoted in a Law360 article discussing how Generation Z attorneys approach their careers and practices.

How Young Attorneys Are Shaking up Law Firm Culture

Josephine Bahn was quoted in an ABA Journal article discussing young lawyers’ increased need for work-life balance, fair pay, and flexible working arrangements.

Four Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named to the 2023 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory

Shane Hardy, Michael Osborne, Steven Weisz, and Kevin Zimka were named to the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory for 2023.

Miguel Alexander Pozo Appointed to Minnesota Federal District Court Judicial Selection Committee

Cozen O’Connor is proud to announce that Miguel Alexander Pozo has been appointed by U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN) to their newly formed judicial selection committee.

Cozen O’Connor Adds Two of the Country’s Leading Data Privacy Litigators to its Commercial Litigation Practice Group

Melissa A. Siebert and Erin Bolan Hines — data privacy litigators with renowned track records of successfully defending employers and technology enterprises entangled in major data privacy class actions and appellate cases — to its award-winning Commercial Litigation Practice Group.

Cozen O’Connor Introduces Oliver C. Hanson as Chair of its Canadian Corporate & Securities Litigation Practice

Hanson is widely recognized throughout Canada for delivering winning results for a host of clients involved in complex business issues and time-sensitive bet-the-company commercial disputes.

Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named to 2023 Georgia Super Lawyers List

Recognized by her peers in Georgia as Super Lawyers is Alycen Moss. Luciana Aquino and Danielle C. Le Jeune were named “Rising Stars,” a list that recognizes attorneys under the age of 40.

Cozen O'Connor attorneys work pro bono to help mother and son earn asylum in United States

Matthew DiCianni and Amy Doig spoke with Chicago Lawyer Magazine about working with their client's request for asylum.

Five Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Recognized as 2023 Southern California Super Lawyers

Super Lawyers has named Los Angeles attorneys Susan A. Grueneberg and Donald C. Nanney and Santa Monica attorneys Thomas W. Casparian, Jonathan S. Gross, and Paul S. Rutter to its 2023 Southern California Super Lawyers list.

Eleven Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named 2023 Illinois Super Lawyers

Super Lawyers has named 11 attorneys at Cozen O’Connor to its 2023 lists of top practitioners in Illinois.

Competition Bureau Appeal of Rogers-Shaw Approval to Be Heard Jan. 24

Michael Osborne was quoted in a Financial Post article discussing the Competition Bureau’s appeal of a tribunal decision to approve the merger between Rogers Communications Inc. and Shaw Communications Inc.

Tribunal ‘Smackdown’ Raises Odds of Rogers-Shaw Deal Closing, Experts Say, as Appeal Date Set

Michael Osborne was quoted in a Toronto Star article discussing the substantially increased odds of the Rogers-Shaw deal closing.

Appeal in Rogers-Shaw Takeover Set for Jan. 24

Michael Osborne was quoted in an article published by The Globe and Mail that discusses the Competition Bureau’s appeal to the tribunal’s decision to permit a proposed $20 billion deal between Rogers Communications Inc. and Shaw Communications Inc.

Don’t Expect Minister Champagne to Second Guess the Tribunal: Competition Lawyer on Rogers-Shaw Deal

In a video interview with BNN Bloomberg, Michael Osborne, chair of the firm’s Canadian Competition Practice, discussed his view on the Competition Tribunal not opposing the Rogers-Shaw $20 billion deal.

Original Tweets Only: Retweeters Not Liable for Defamation

Josephine Bahn authored the article “Original Tweets Only: Retweeters Not Liable for Defamation” for the American Bar Associate Litigation Section’s website.

Simeon Brier Elected Vice Mayor of the Parkland City Commission

Cozen O’Connor is proud to announce that Simeon Brier has been elected vice mayor of the Parkland City Commission and reelected as the District One city commissioner.

Cozen O’Connor Recognized as a “Best Law Firm” in 30 Practice Areas Nationwide, 115 Practice Areas Regionally

U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers recognized Cozen O’Connor as a “Best Law Firm” in 30 practice areas nationwide and 115 practice areas regionally.

Rogers-Shaw Hearings Not So Public Despite Tribunal’s Pledge to Hold Open Process

Michael Osborne was quoted in a Globe and Mail article discussing the increased interest and confidentiality aspects of the Rogers Communications Inc. and Shaw Communications Inc. public hearing.

Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Win Asylum for Mother and Son Escaping Violence in El Salvador

Cozen O'Connor associates Matt DiCianni and Amy Doig recently won a significant pro bono victory in Immigration Court in Chicago.

Federal Judge Asks Rogers and Shaw to Provide Evidence Supporting Competition Bureau’s Proposed Relief

Michael Osborne was quoted in an article published by The Globe and Mail that discusses a recent request for Rogers Communications Inc. and Shaw Communications Inc. to address proposals from Canada’s anti-competition watchdog to resolve a dispute.

Veteran Litigator Miguel Pozo Returns to Minneapolis Office

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce veteran litigator Miguel Alexander Pozo has returned to its fast-growing North American Commercial Litigation Department.

Veteran Litigator Michael Osborne Joins Commercial Litigation Department

Osborne has defended leading pharmaceutical, banking, and technology enterprises based in Canada, the U.S., and Asia in high-stakes litigation.

City & State Pennsylvania names Laura Reinhart to 2022 PA Fifty Over 50 List

Laura Reinhart, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been named as one of City & State Pennsylvania’s 2022 Pennsylvania Fifty over 50 honorees.

21 Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Recognized as New York Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Super Lawyers has named 21 Cozen O'Connor attorneys to its 2022 New York Metro Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

Cozen O’Connor Member Jason Domark Appointed Co-Chair of American Bar Association Subcommittees

Cozen O’Connor announced that Jason Domark, a member in the firm’s Miami office, has been appointed co-chair of both the International Litigation subcommittee and the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) subcommittee for the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Commercial and Business Litigation Committee.

Fla. Real Estate Attys See Lengthy Rebuild From Hurricane Ian

Ralf R. Rodriguez, a member of the firm’s Construction Law Group, was quoted in the Law360 article “Fla. Real Estate Attys See Lengthy Rebuild From Hurricane Ian.”

Josephine Bahn ’16 Leads ABA Young Lawyers Division

Josephine Bahn was featured in an article published by the New York Law School News.

Could Tuition Hikes Force More Law Grads Onto BigLaw Path?

Josephine Bahn was quoted in an article published by Law360, “Could Tuition Hikes Force More Law Grads Onto BigLaw Path?”

Pennsylvania Powerhouse: Cozen O'Connor

Jim Heller, co-chair of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, was quoted in a Law360 article discussing Cozen O’Connor attorneys steering some of the most notable matters in Pennsylvania.

Can America Love Manufactured Housing? It’s Complicated

Thomas Casparian, a member of the firm’s commercial litigation department, was recently quoted in a Law360 article that discussed manufactured housing.

Former USTR Senior Associate General Counsel Micah S. Myers Joins Cozen O’Connor

Micah S. Myers, former senior associate general counsel at the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), has joined its growing Washington, D.C. office as a member.

Matthew Criscuolo Announced as President of The Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County

Matthew Criscuolo, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been announced as the president of The Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County.

More Than 200 Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named Best Lawyers and Ones to Watch

210 Cozen O’Connor lawyers from 24 of the firm’s nationwide offices for inclusion in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America.

Jesse Keene Announced as Mid-Atlantic Regional Director for the Society of Construction Law North America

Jesse Keene, member of the firm’s Construction Law Group, has been announced as the Mid-Atlantic Regional Director for the Society of Construction Law, North America (SCL-NA).

Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Gary Gassman and Josephine Bahn Installed in ABA Chair Roles

Gary Gassman and Josephine Bahn, have been installed in ABA Chair Roles.

Thomas Wilkinson Appointed to the Pennsylvania Bar Insurance and Trust Fund

Thomas Wilkinson, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department and Legal Profession Practice Group, has been appointed to serve a four year term as a trustee on the Pennsylvania Bar Insurance and Trust Fund.

Cozen O’Connor Named Pennsylvania Powerhouse by Law360

Cozen O’Connor is one of four firms to receive this distinction in 2022.

Jesse Loffler Named 40 Under 40 by Bloomberg Law

Jesse was selected for this honor due to the sophistication of his legal practice and depth of his commitment to DEI and pro bono service.

Super Lawyers Names Four Cozen O’Connor Attorneys to 2022 Minnesota List

Super Lawyers has named four Cozen O’Connor attorneys to its 2022 Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

Lynnette Espy-Williams on "Standing in the Gap” Podcast

Lynnette Espy-Williams, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer, visited the "Standing in the Gap" podcast to discuss the importance of sustaining a purposeful and inclusive culture.

Two Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named 2022 Southern CA Super Lawyers Rising Stars

Dina R. Richman and Brett Nicole Taylor were both named to the 2022 Super Lawyers Southern California Rising Stars list.

Chambers Ranks 86 Cozen O’Connor Lawyers, 22 Practice Areas in Chambers USA 2022 Guide

Chambers USA, the leading annual guide to the top lawyers and law firms in the United States, has ranked 86 Cozen O’Connor lawyers as leaders in their respective fields in the guide’s 2022 edition.

49 Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Super Lawyers has selected 49 Cozen O'Connor attorneys to the 2022 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

Two Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named Delaware Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Super Lawyers has selected two Cozen O'Connor attorneys to the 2022 Delaware Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

Lynnette Espy-Williams on "Topping the Curve" Podcast

Lynnette Espy-Williams, Equity Partner and Chief Diversity Officer, visited the "Topping the Curve" podcast to discuss her practice as a commercial litigator.

Cozen O’Connor Attorney Jim Argionis Honored by Maine Township For Exceptional Community Service

Cozen O’Connor attorney Jim Argionis, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation practice in Chicago, has been named the 2022 recipient of the Sgt. Karen Lader Memorial Good Citizen Award.

Cozen O’ Connor Attorneys Author New Fiduciary Litigation Book for ABA

Cozen O’Connor announced that commercial litigation attorneys Jason Domark and Ashley Gomez-Rodon from its Miami office and Aaron Krauss from its Philadelphia office authored chapters of the American Bar Association’s (ABA) latest book, titled Litigating Fiduciary Duty Claims. Additionally, Domark served as editor of the publication.

Leading Lawyers Network Recognizes 23 Cozen O’Connor Lawyers as Top Illinois Practitioners

The Leading Lawyers Network has named 22 Cozen O’Connor lawyers to its annual list of Illinois’ top practitioners and named one other as an Emerging Lawyer in its 2022 survey results.

Lynnette Espy-Williams Named to 2022 Most Influential Black Lawyers List by Savoy Magazine

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Lynnette Espy-Williams, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department and chief culture officer, has been named by Savoy Magazine as one of the 2022 Most Influential Black Lawyers.

Eight Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Recognized as 2022 Southern California Super Lawyers

Super Lawyers has named eight Cozen O'Connor attorneys to its 2022 Southern California Super Lawyers list.

Cozen O’Connor Commercial Litigation Department Named Pennsylvania Litigation Department of the Year

The American Lawyer Industry Awards honor the most exceptional lawyers, law firms, legal departments and organizations in the country. The regional litigation department of the year awards recognizes the best litigation department in each jurisdiction.

Jason Domark Featured in Estate Planning Council of Greater Miami Member Spotlight

Jason Domark, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, was featured in the Estate Planning Council of Greater Miami Member Spotlight.

Matthew Siegel Named the Support Center for Child Advocates Volunteer of the Month

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Matthew Siegel, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been named the Support Center for Child Advocates Volunteer of the Month

Cozen O’Connor Recognized as a “Best Law Firm” in 29 Practice Areas Nationwide, 121 Practice Areas Regionally

U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers recognized Cozen O’Connor as a “Best Law Firm” in 29 practice areas nationwide and 121 practice areas regionally.

Jack Carriglio Appointed to the Judiciary Committee of the American College of Trial Lawyers

Jack Carriglio, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been appointed to the Judiciary Committee of the American College of Trial Lawyers.

Barry Boss Named a 2021 South Trail Blazer by The American Lawyer

Barry Boss, co-chair of the firm’s White Collar Defense & Investigations Group and co-chair, of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been named a 2021 South Trailblazer by The American Lawyer.

Cozen O’Connor’s Commercial Litigation Department Selected as a Litigation Department of the Year Finalist by The American Lawyer

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department has been selected by The American Lawyer as a litigation department of the year finalist for Pennsylvania.

Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Win Securities Fraud Case in Del. Federal Court's First In-Person Trial

Martin Bloor and Matthew Elkin were quoted in an article published by the Delaware Court Insider, which discusses a securities fraud case victory.

Super Lawyers Recognizes 17 Cozen O’Connor Attorneys in New York

Super Lawyers has named 17 Cozen O’Connor attorneys to its 2021 New York Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list.

'Battle of the Experts': How J&J Won Its Talc Trial in Plaintiff-Friendly Philadelphia

Jim Heller was featured in an article published by The Legal Intelligencer, which discusses the J&J Talc trial in Philadelphia.

Thomas Wilkinson Elected to Serve a Three-Year Term on the ABA Board of Governors

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Thomas G. Wilkinson, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been elected to serve a three-year term on the American Bar Association Board of Governors representing Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

More Than 205 Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named Best Lawyers and Ones to Watch By The Best Lawyers In America

Best Lawyers selected 210 Cozen O’Connor lawyers from 23 of the firm’s nationwide offices for inclusion in the 2022 edition of The Best Lawyers in America.

Toll Brothers Lawyer Reunites with Former Colleagues at Cozen O'Connor

Wendy Klein Keane was featured in the Philadelphia Business Journal discussing her move to Cozen O'Connor.

Cozen O’Connor Welcomes Former Toll Brothers Vice President and Counsel Wendy F. Klein Keane to Construction Practice

The former vice president and litigation and risk management counsel brings to this nationally recognized construction practice close to two decades of distinguished experience having managed hundreds of litigations and arbitrations through discovery, hearings, appeals, and/or settlement.

Super Lawyers Names Two Minnesota Cozen O’Connor Attorneys to its 2021 List

Super Lawyers has named two Cozen O’Connor attorneys to its 2021 Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists

Five Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named to 2021 Washington Super Lawyers List

Super Lawyers has named five Cozen O’Connor attorneys to its 2021 list of top practitioners in Washington.

Trump Needs Damning Evidence To Keep Big Tech Suits Alive

Michael de Leeuw was quoted in an article published by Law360 that discusses how former President Donald Trump filed three class actions on Wednesday alleging illegal social media censorship.

In Trump's world, only his speech is free

Michael de Leeuw was quoted in an article published by NBC News which discusses the former president's lawsuits against social media giants Facebook, Twitter, and Google.

Cozen O’Connor Expands Delaware Commercial Litigation Practice with the Addition of Kaan Ekiner

Ekiner has built a respected career as a distinguished litigator handling corporate and complex commercial matters involving corporate governance, and contractual and other commercial disputes.

Best Law Firm Mentors 2021: Sarah Schlossberg

Sarah Schlossberg was featured in a Q&A held by the Legal Intelligencer that discusses her being honored as a "Best Law Firm Mentor."

Cozen O’Connor Expands International Offices with Strategic Additions in Vancouver and Toronto

The new additions will further expand the firm’s North American Intellectual Property, Securities Litigation, White Collar Defense & Investigations, Product Liability, and Commercial Litigation practices.

Super Lawyers Names Three Cozen O’Connor Attorneys 2021 Southern California Rising Stars

Super Lawyers named three Cozen O’Connor attorneys to its 2021 Southern California Rising Stars list.

Cozen O'Connor Boosts N.Y. Bench as Litigation goes from Stalled to 'Warp Speed' [Reuters]

Jeremy Deutsch was featured in an article that discusses his move along with several attorneys from Anderson Kill to Cozen O'Connor's New York office.

Cozen O’Connor Bolsters Commercial Litigation Practice with the Addition of Veteran Litigator Jeremy E. Deutsch and Team

Joining with him will be Christian V. Cangiano, of counsel, Elliot J. Coz, counsel, and Eric W. Huang, Christopher Paolino, and Ian Bain as associates.

Sarah Schlossberg Honored by The Legal Intelligencer for Best Law Firm Mentor

Sarah Schlossberg, an attorney in the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been recognized by The Legal Intelligencer as a 2021 Professional Excellence Award winner in the Best Law Firm Mentors category.

47 Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Super Lawyers has selected 47 Cozen O'Connor attorneys to the 2021 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

82 Cozen O’Connor Lawyers, 19 Practices Earn Top Recognition in Chambers USA 2021 Guide

Chambers USA, the leading annual guide to the top lawyers and law firms in the United States, has ranked 82 Cozen O’Connor lawyers as leaders in their respective fields in the guide’s 2021 edition; of those, 15 lawyers have been recognized nationally.

Tips for Expediting the Supply Chain Backlog

Heather Marx was featured in an article published by EPS News discussing how there are certain measures businesses can take to streamline the processing of shipments by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

Cozen O’Connor Trial Team Led by Paul Leary Named to Top 20 Verdicts in California 2020 List

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that a trial team led by Paul Leary has been chosen as a winner of one of the Top 20 Verdicts in California in 2020.

How the Ultrarich Avoid Messy Public Divorce Battles by Keeping Their Disputes Out of Court

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Group, was featured in an article published by Daily Exchange discussing the Gate's divorce.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Missouri v. James Addie Trial

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV discussing the Missouri v. James Addie trial.

Cozen O’Connor’s Heather Marx named to The American Lawyer’s 2021 Midwest Trailblazers list

Heather Marx, a member of Cozen O’Connor’s Commercial Litigation practice and vice-chair of the firm’s Trade Remedies practice, has been named to The American Lawyer’s 2021 inaugural list of Midwest Trailblazers.

Litigation Leaders: Cozen O’Connor’s Jim Heller on Building Trial-Ready Product Liability, White Collar and Class Action Teams

The American Lawyer profiled Jim Heller as part of its Litigation Leader series, which features the country's biggest firms' litigation practice leaders.

Cozen O'Connor Brings On New E-Discovery Chair For Philly Office

Joseph Tate, Calli Padilla, and Maureen Holland are featured in a Law360 article highlighting recent leadership changes and the firm's summer associate program.

Six Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Recognized by the South Florida Legal Guide

Six Cozen O'Connor attorneys have been honored by the South Florida Legal Guide for their work in South Florida over the last year.

Jennifer Brandt Named a 2020 “Five Star Attorney” by Suburban Life Magazine

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law group, has been named a 2020 “Five-Star Attorney” by Suburban Life Magazine.

Jennifer A. Brandt a Guest on Court TV

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV discussing various court cases happening across the country.

Eleven Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named 2021 Illinois Super Lawyers

Super Lawyers has named eleven attorneys at Cozen O’Connor to its 2021 lists of top practitioners in Illinois.

Leading Lawyers Network Recognizes 26 Cozen O’Connor Lawyers as Top Illinois Practitioners

The Leading Lawyers Network has named 24 Cozen O’Connor lawyers to its annual list of Illinois’ top practitioners and named two others as Emerging Lawyers in its 2021 survey results.

Ripple XRP is ‘unregistered security’ and here’s our suit: SEC

Joseph Dever was quoted in an article published by CoinGeek titled, "Ripple XRP is ‘unregistered security’ and here’s our suit: SEC."

Jonathan Hoffman Elected President of the Board of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America for the Philadelphia-Delaware Valley Chapter

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Jonathan Hoffman, member of the firm’s Family Law Group, has been elected as president of the board of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America for the Philadelphia-Delaware Valley Chapter.

Jennifer A. Brandt a Guest on Good Day Philadelphia

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Good Day Philadelphia's local Fox station.

Cozen O’Connor Continues Expansion of Commercial Litigation Practice with the Addition of Litigator Andrew W. Reinhart

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that distinguished litigator Andrew W. Reinhart, who brings more than 20 years of experience in commercial transportation litigation, will be joining the Pittsburgh Commercial Litigation Practice.

Jennifer A. Brandt Appears on Court TV Discussing Top of the News Cases

Cozen O’Connor Recognized as a “Best Law Firm” in 25 Practice Areas Nationwide, 115 Practice Areas Regionally

U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers recognized Cozen O’Connor as a “Best Law Firm” in 25 practice areas nationwide and 115 practice areas regionally.

Appellate Hot List 2020: Cozen O'Connor

Michael de Leeuw was featured in a Q&A held by the National Law Journal discussing Cozen O'Connor being named to the NLJ 2020 Appellate Hot List.

Is Trial Separation Just a Divorce Dress Rehearsal?

Jennifer Brandt was featured in an article published by Fatherly which discusses the differences between trial and legal separations, and what each entails.

Jesse Keene Named a Fellow of the Construction Lawyers Society of America

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Jesse Keene, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been named a fellow of the Construction Lawyers Society of America. The

Helene Jaron and Calli Padilla chosen as Philadelphia Business Journal 2020 Women of Distinction Honorees

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Helene Jaron, co-chair of the firm’s Private Client Services Group, was chosen as a Philadelphia Business Journal 2020 Women of Distinction honoree and Calli Padilla, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, was named a Philadelphia Business Journal 2020 Women of Distinction Rising Star honoree.

Myriad Section 230 Bills Show Agreement Still Out Of Reach

Michael de Leeuw was quoted in a Law360 article discussing how a politically neutral proposal such as the Pact Act will likely get more traction than other bills that seek to impose stricter oversight of social media platforms.

Thomas Wilkinson Reappointed Chair of the DRI Lawyers' Professionalism and Ethics Committee

Thomas Wilkinson, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department and Legal Profession Practice Group, has been reappointed as chair of the Defense Research Institute (DRI) Lawyers' Professionalism and Ethics Committee.

Jennifer A. Brandt Appeared on Court TV

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV discussing the latest in the plot to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, the postponement of Kyle Rittenhouse’s extradition, and other headlines from recent news.

Jennifer Brandt appointed as the ABA Family Law Section Liaison to the ABA Standing Committee on Professionalism

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, has been appointed as the ABA Family Law Section Liaison to the ABA Standing Committee on Professionalism for the 2020 year.

Super Lawyers Recognizes 21 Cozen O’Connor Attorneys in New York

Super Lawyers has named 21 Cozen O’Connor attorneys to its 2020 New York Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list.

Tariff Takedown: Why Ambiance Apparel's $118 Million Federal Case is Fashion's Cautionary Tale

Rachel Collins Clarke was featured in a Sourcing Journal article which discusses how federal prosecutors have filed charges against a Los Angeles Fashion District clothing importer.

House Dems Urge Justices To Hear Pot Legalization Fight

Michael de Leeuw was featured in a Law360 article in which he called the federal government's cannabis prohibition a "disastrous anachronism that must be addressed immediately."

What to Know as Hurricane Sally Nears: Dangers and Realities of Portable Generators

Jim Heller was quoted in the Wall Street Journal discussing whether or not manufacturers will be held liable for any injuries or deaths during Hurricane Sally.

Thomas O’Rourke Named to the National Law Journal’s List of Cannabis Law Trailblazers

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Thomas O’Rourke, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been named to the National Law Journal’s list of Cannabis Law Trailblazers.

200 Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named Best Lawyers and Ones to Watch By The Best Lawyers In America

Best Lawyers selected 200 Cozen O’Connor lawyers from 23 of the firm’s nationwide offices for inclusion in the 2021 edition of The Best Lawyers in America© (Copyright 2020 by Woodward/White, Inc., of Aiken, SC).

Cozen O’Connor Attorney Jeff Greenspan Named to the Board of Directors of the Center for Enriched Living

Jeff Greenspan, a member of Cozen O’Connor’s Litigation Department in Chicago, has been named to the board of directors of the Center for Enriched Living (CEL), a nonprofit organization serving teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Super Lawyers Names Four Minnesota Cozen O’Connor Attorneys to its 2020 List

Super Lawyers has named four Cozen O’Connor attorneys to its 2020 Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. Three were recognized as Super Lawyers and one was named “Rising Star.”

Five Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named to 2020 Washington Super Lawyers List

Super Lawyers has named five Cozen O’Connor attorneys to its 2020 list of top practitioners in Washington.

Jason Domark Appointed to Board of Directors of Estate Planning Council of Greater Miami

Jason Domark, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation department, has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Estate Planning Council of Greater Miami.

With driver drug testing facilities struggling to stay afloat, DOT considers enforcement leniency

Tia Ghattas was featured in the Commercial Carrier Journal discussing how the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration said it will attempt to use discretion in enforcing the 2020 requirement that fleets issue random drug tests for 50% of their drivers.

Thomas O’Rourke Named Law360 Rising Star in Cannabis

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Thomas O’Rourke, member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation department, has been named a Law360 “Rising Star” in the Cannabis category.

Leigh Ann Benson Named to PA Bar Leadership Class

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Leigh Ann Benson, associate of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been selected to the Pennsylvania Bar Association (PBA) Bar Leadership Institute (BLI) 2020-2021 class.

Why Bayer Settled Roundup and Dicamba Litigation

Brett Nicole Taylor was featured in Successful Farming discussing how it’s costing Bayer between $11 and $12 billion to settle the dicamba and Roundup lawsuits that accompanied its 2018 $63 billion acquisition of Monsanto.

Super Lawyers Names Four Cozen O’Connor Attorneys 2020 Southern California Rising Stars

Super Lawyers has named four Cozen O'Connor attorneys to its 2020 Southern California Rising Stars list.

Cozen O’Connor Attorney Christopher Hennessy Named Co-Chair of the ABA Section of Litigation, Employment & Labor Relations Law Committee

Chicago attorney Christopher Hennessy, a member of Cozen O’Connor’s Litigation Department, has been named co-chair of the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Litigation, Employment & Labor Relations Law Committee for the 2020-21 bar year.

Super Lawyers Names Seven Florida Cozen O’Connor Attorneys to its 2020 List

Super Lawyers has named seven Cozen O'Connor attorneys to its 2020 Florida Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

Jillian Flax Honored as a 2020 Lawyer on the Fast Track

Jillian Flax, member of Cozen O’Connor’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been recognized by The Legal Intelligencer as one of this year’s Lawyers on the Fast Track category.

Jesse Ryan Loffler Named President of the Foundation Board of the National LGBT Bar Association

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Pittsburgh and New York-based Commercial Litigator Jesse Ryan Loffler has been named president of the National LGBT Bar Association’s Foundation board of directors.

Fifty-Eight Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Super Lawyers has selected 58 Cozen O'Connor attorneys to the 2020 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

Community crusader

The Loyola School of Law ran an alumni profile of Jim Argionis recognizing his dedication to his practice and community and highlighting some of the community accolades his efforts have garnered.

What happens when real estate Zoom meetings go awry?

Jason Domark was featured in the South Florida Real Estate News discussing how he has been conducting roughly a dozen Zoom depositions for an ongoing construction arbitration proceeding, while being at home with three young children.

63 Cozen O’Connor Lawyers, 16 Practices Earn Top Recognition in Chambers USA 2020 Guide

Chambers USA, the leading annual guide to the top lawyers and law firms in the United States, has ranked 63 Cozen O’Connor lawyers as leaders in their respective fields in the guide’s 2020 edition.

Punching In: The Latest COVID-19 Benefits, Liability Questions

Jonathan Grossman was featured in a Bloomberg Law article discussing how the feds are on the lookout for staffing agencies, recruiters, and businesses colluding to fix pay rates, limit hours or prevent workers from changing jobs, in violation of antitrust law.

Cozen O’Connor Sponsor’s Webinar for Estate Planning Council of Greater Miami

Cozen O’Connor will sponsor the Estate Planning Council of Greater Miami April 16, 2020, webinar presentations, “Drafting to Protect the Settlor from Himself” and “Six Strategic Estate Planning Opportunities for Right Now.”

Communication can prevent legal battles for franchisees

Kendall Hayden was quoted in Hotel News Now discussing what franchisees should be doing to meet financial obligations during COVID-19.

Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named to 2020 San Diego Super Lawyers List

Super Lawyers has named two attorneys at Cozen O’Connor to its 2020 list of top practitioners in San Diego.