Young Moore’s Managing Partner, Dawn M. Dillon, has been named to the North Carolina Lawyers Weekly Employment Law Power List for 2024.
As the first woman to lead Young Moore since its founding in 1954, Dawn brings 25 years of legal experience to her role. She also co-leads the firm’s Employment and Workers’ Compensation litigation team, advising and representing clients on a variety of emp…
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August 28, 2024
On short notice, Haight stepped in to represent 8-time World Boxing Champion and Worldwide celebrity, Manny Pacquiao, in a high-profile claim by Paradigm Sports Management LLC—best known as former UFC Champion Conor McGregor’s manager.
Prior to Trial, Haight was successful in efforts to vacate a previous order that Requests for Admission were deemed admitted, including defendant ‘s admission he b…
August 26, 2024
Kochhar & Co. is pleased to announce the strategic expansion and relocation of its Hyderabad office. Located at Dwaraka Square, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, this move aligns with the firm’s vision to enhance service delivery in one of India’s fastest-growing legal markets.
Rohit Kochhar, Founding Member and Managing Partner of Kochhar & Co. recently inaugurated the new office space and remark…
August 21, 2024
Justin Hardin and David Perron secured a defense verdict in St. Louis County in a case in which the plaintiff underwent a below-the-knee amputation. The plaintiff testified she felt a “lightning strike” pain on September 11, 2019, in her groin and continuing down her left leg into her toe. The next day she was directed to the ER where the pain was diagnosed as radiating back pain. Over the next 10…
August 20, 2024
Halloran Sage is proud to announce Jennifer Pedevillano has been recognized by Hartford Business Journal to receive a 40 Under Forty Award, allocated to the top young professionals who are leading their organizations in the Greater Hartford Region. Jen is honored for being an outstanding young professional excelling in the legal industry. She is recognized for her Leadership, Entrepreneur-ism, and…
August 19, 2024
In the District Court of Johnson County, Kansas, Plaintiffs filed a professional negligence and legal malpractice suit against their client, alleging a breach of duty in their role as conservator. Their client asserted that, despite working near the co-defendants for many years, they never established a relationship with the Plaintiffs and therefore owed them no duty. Baker Sterchi filed and argue…
August 19, 2024
Nine Plunkett Cooney attorneys, who are earlier in their careers, were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ for outstanding professional excellence.
Ones to Watch honorees typically have been in practice for five to nine years, focusing on one or more of the 77 areas of expertise that are reviewed. The methodology for determ…
August 16, 2024
ALFAI Attorneys Joe Farris and Jennifer Brown with Franden, Farris in Tulsa, OK, obtained a defense verdict in a wrongful death case for XPO Logistics after a 4-day trial in Pittsburg County, OK. Plaintiffs had demanded $30 million in settlement. Plaintiffs’ attorneys attempted to convince the jury that the internal policies of several of the major trucking companies established a “standard” for d…
August 15, 2024
Hinkle Law Firm is excited to announce the launch of its new Gig Economy Practice Area, dedicated to navigating the complex legal landscape of the on-demand workforce.
As the gig economy continues to expand, businesses face unique challenges and opportunities in managing flexible, independent talent. Our experienced team is here to provide comprehensive legal support, from drafting contracts and …
August 15, 2024
Frantz Ward is proud to announce that 39 of its lawyers have been named in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, and 5 have been included in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch 2025 edition.
Brian J. Kelly and James B. Niehaus were recognized by Best Lawyers as 2025 “Lawyers of the Year.” Brian was honored in the Labor Law – Management category and Jim was honored in the Litigation – Antit…