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Events & Publications
Leading EU Competition Lawyer Joins Paul, Weiss as Firm Opens Office in Brussels
- May 08, 2024
- Firm News
Leading EU Competition Lawyer Joins Paul, Weiss as Firm Opens Office in Brussels
Henrik Morch will be joining the firm as a partner in its Antitrust Practice, based in the new office the firm is opening in Brussels. Morch will join European antitrust partners Nicole Kar, Annie Herdman, Richard Pepper and Ross…
Congress Expands U.S. Sanctions in National Security Omnibus Bill
- May 08, 2024
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Congress Expands U.S. Sanctions in National Security Omnibus Bill
President Biden recently signed into law a national security and foreign aid omnibus bill. In addition to provisions concerning foreign aid to Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, and the forced divestment of TikTok, the act also includes…
Katherine Forrest to Discuss AI at the Eleventh Circuit Judicial Conference
- May 09, 2024
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Katherine Forrest to Discuss AI at the Eleventh Circuit Judicial Conference
Digital Technology Group Chair Katherine Forrest will discuss artificial intelligence in the courts as part of the 2024 Eleventh Circuit Judicial Conference.
Sam Kleiner to Moderate Panel on Financial Crime Compliance in the Digital Asset Space at ABA International Law Conference
- May 10, 2024
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Sam Kleiner to Moderate Panel on Financial Crime Compliance in the Digital Asset Space at ABA International Law Conference
Litigation counsel Sam Kleiner will moderate a panel, “A Season of Change: AML and Sanctions Convergence in the Regulation of Digital Assets,” as part of the American Bar Association’s International Law Section’s 2024 Annual…
Anna Gressel to Discuss the European Union’s AI Act at New York City Bar Committee Event
- May 07, 2024
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Anna Gressel to Discuss the European Union’s AI Act at New York City Bar Committee Event
Litigation counsel Anna Gressel will participate in a panel covering the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act as part of the New York City Bar Association’s European Affairs upcoming committee event.
Seven Paul, Weiss Associates Discuss Their Careers at Paul, Weiss With Vault
- May 07, 2024
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Seven Paul, Weiss Associates Discuss Their Careers at Paul, Weiss With Vault
Corporate associates Dan Kang, Ashlyne Polynice and Jenny Wang; litigation associates Matthew Disler, Muamera Hadzic and Jacob Humerick; and restructuring associate Grace Hotz were featured in a series of profiles on their experiences …
Roberto Gonzalez Discusses Rising Sanctions Compliance Risks Amid Escalating Geopolitical Tensions With Financial Times
- May 02, 2024
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Roberto Gonzalez Discusses Rising Sanctions Compliance Risks Amid Escalating Geopolitical Tensions With Financial Times
Economic Sanctions & AML Co-Chair Roberto Gonzalez spoke with the Financial Times about the growing sanctions-related risks faced by financial institutions amid Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine and other geopolitical tensions…
John Carlin and Katherine Forrest to Participate in RSA Cybersecurity Conference
- May 06, 2024
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John Carlin and Katherine Forrest to Participate in RSA Cybersecurity Conference
Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Co-Chair John Carlin and Digital Technology Group Chair Katherine Forrest will each participate in a panel at the 2024 RSA Conference.
U.S. Department of Labor Promulgates Final Minimum Wage and Overtime Exemption Rule
- May 03, 2024
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U.S. Department of Labor Promulgates Final Minimum Wage and Overtime Exemption Rule
The Department of Labor recently published a final rule under the Fair Labor Standards Act that increases the standard salary level applicable to “executive, administrative, or professional” employees. We discuss the DOL rule, which…
Loretta Lynch to Deliver Keynote Address at North Carolina Central University School of Law’s Hooding Ceremony
- May 03, 2024
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Loretta Lynch to Deliver Keynote Address at North Carolina Central University School of Law’s Hooding Ceremony
Litigation partner Loretta Lynch will be the keynote speaker at North Carolina Central University School of Law’s Hooding Ceremony, which will celebrate the achievements of the graduating class of 2024.
Awards & Recognition
Karen Dunn Named One of Washington’s Most Influential People by Washingtonian Magazine
- May 02, 2024
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Karen Dunn Named One of Washington’s Most Influential People by Washingtonian Magazine
Washingtonian Magazine named litigation partner Karen Dunn to its list of “Washington DC’s 500 Most Influential People of 2024,” which recognizes the experts and advocates outside of government who shape Washington’s policy debates.
Paul, Weiss Attorneys Selected for NYC Bar Associate Leadership Institute Program
- May 01, 2024
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Paul, Weiss Attorneys Selected for NYC Bar Associate Leadership Institute Program
Corporate associates Donald Finley, Haley Puah and Steven Wang and litigation associate Grant May have been selected by the New York City Bar for its 2024 Associate Leadership Institute (ALI).
Kannon Shanmugam Ranked in Super Lawyers’ Annual Top-10 List of Lawyers in Washington, D.C.
- Apr 29, 2024
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Kannon Shanmugam Ranked in Super Lawyers’ Annual Top-10 List of Lawyers in Washington, D.C.
Super Lawyers ranked litigation partner Kannon Shanmugam in its 2024 Washington, D.C., “Top 10” list, which recognizes the top lawyers in the D.C. area.
Bill Isaacson and Jessica Phillips Recognized by The American Lawyer for Winning $100 Million Verdict in Long-Running Tortious Interference Dispute
- Apr 19, 2024
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Bill Isaacson and Jessica Phillips Recognized by The American Lawyer for Winning $100 Million Verdict in Long-Running Tortious Interference Dispute
Litigation partners Bill Isaacson and Jessica Phillips were recognized in The American Lawyer’s April 19 “Litigation Daily” column for securing a $100 million damages verdict for their client International Construction Products (ICP).
Paul, Weiss Recognized in Global Data Review’s GDR 100 Rankings
- Apr 15, 2024
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Paul, Weiss Recognized in Global Data Review’s GDR 100 Rankings
Global Data Review recognized Paul, Weiss in its GDR 100 rankings, which captures the capabilities, track record and market reputation of the world’s leading law firms in the field of data privacy and security.
Paul, Weiss an “International Firm of the Year” Finalist in The Lawyer Awards
- Apr 15, 2024
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Paul, Weiss an “International Firm of the Year” Finalist in The Lawyer Awards
The Lawyer shortlisted Paul, Weiss as a 2024 “International Firm of the Year” as part of its awards program celebrating the best of the UK legal industry over the past year.
Audra Soloway and Josh Hill Recognized by The American Lawyer for Defeating Certification of Securities Class Action
- Apr 11, 2024
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Audra Soloway and Josh Hill Recognized by The American Lawyer for Defeating Certification of Securities Class Action
Litigation partners Audra Soloway and Josh Hill were recognized in The American Lawyer’s April 11 “Litigation Daily” column for their resounding victory on behalf of Canadian mining company Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd. and its former CEO.
Ten Paul, Weiss Partners Shortlisted for a Dozen 2024 Euromoney Women in Business Law Americas Awards
- Apr 05, 2024
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Ten Paul, Weiss Partners Shortlisted for a Dozen 2024 Euromoney Women in Business Law Americas Awards
Ten Paul, Weiss partners are shortlisted in 12 practice categories in Euromoney’s 2024 Women in Business Law Americas Awards, which annually recognizes the “best of the best” among women lawyers, as well as the law firms that are…
Jay Cohen Named a Billboard Top Music Lawyer
- Apr 01, 2024
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Jay Cohen Named a Billboard Top Music Lawyer
Litigation partner Jay Cohen was listed as one of Billboard’s “Top Music Lawyers” in 2024, his fifth consecutive year earning this recognition.
Six Paul, Weiss Partners Named to Forbes Top 200 Lawyers List
- Mar 26, 2024
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Six Paul, Weiss Partners Named to Forbes Top 200 Lawyers List
Forbes named six Paul, Weiss partners to its inaugural “America’s Top 200 Lawyers” list: Scott Barshay, Kimberly Branscome, Robert Kindler, Loretta Lynch, Audra Soloway and Eric Wedel.