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Paul, Weiss Hosts Webinar on Reproductive Freedom for Women’s History Month
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- April 5, 2022
Paul, Weiss hosted a webinar, “Controlling Women: New Strategies in the Battle for Reproductive Freedom,” on March 14 as part of its Women’s History Month programming. The conversation, moderated by litigation associate Daniela Lorenzo, featured Kathryn Kolbert and Julie F. Kay, authors of Controlling Women: What We Must Do Now To Save Reproductive Freedom. The authors discussed the fight for reproductive freedom and laid out a bold new strategy to safeguard these rights.
Kathryn co-founded the Center for Reproductive Rights and argued Planned Parenthood v. Casey in the Supreme Court; Julie challenged Ireland’s abortion ban before the European Court of Human Rights, laying the groundwork for legalized abortion in Ireland.
Events & Publications
Loretta Lynch Discusses Intersection of Racial Justice and Reproductive Justice in Black History Month Event
- Mar 30, 2022
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Loretta Lynch Discusses Intersection of Racial Justice and Reproductive Justice in Black History Month Event
In recognition of Black History Month, the firm's Black Lawyers Network hosted a conversation between litigation partner Loretta Lynch and New York University School of Law professor Melissa Murray on the current legal developments of …
Jennifer H. Wu Speaks at Fordham Law’s REAL Scholars Brother- & Sister-in-Law Reception
- Mar 29, 2022
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Jennifer H. Wu Speaks at Fordham Law’s REAL Scholars Brother- & Sister-in-Law Reception
Litigation partner Jennifer H. Wu participated in a panel at the Brother- & Sister-in-Law Reception for Fordham University School of Law’s Realizing Excellence and Access in the Law (REAL) Scholars program.
Brad Karp Featured in LEADERS Magazine’s “Purpose” Issue
- Mar 29, 2022
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Brad Karp Featured in LEADERS Magazine’s “Purpose” Issue
Firm Chairman Brad Karp was featured in a Q&A in LEADERS magazine’s April 2022 “Purpose” issue.
Paul, Weiss Hosts Webinar on Reproductive Freedom for Women’s History Month
- Mar 14, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Hosts Webinar on Reproductive Freedom for Women’s History Month
Paul, Weiss hosted a webinar, “Controlling Women: New Strategies in the Battle for Reproductive Freedom,” on March 14 as part of its Women’s History Month programming.
Jennifer H. Wu Moderates Conversation With AABANY Women’s Committee
- Mar 14, 2022
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Jennifer H. Wu Moderates Conversation With AABANY Women’s Committee
Litigation partner Jennifer H. Wu moderated a discussion with two board members of the Asian American Bar Association of New York, Grace Fu, general counsel of Kayak and Open Table, and Kazuko Wachter, chief legal and strategy officer …
Alice Nofzinger to Participate in Ms. JD Conference on Women in Law
- Mar 18, 2022
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Alice Nofzinger to Participate in Ms. JD Conference on Women in Law
Restructuring associate Alice Nofzinger will host a fireside chat, “Advice to My Younger Me,” at the Ms. JD 14th Annual Conference on Women in Law, which promotes success for aspiring young women lawyers.
Megan Raymond Discusses Gender Imbalance in PTAB Cases With Law360
- Mar 02, 2022
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Megan Raymond Discusses Gender Imbalance in PTAB Cases With Law360
Litigation counsel Megan Raymond appeared in a Law360 article, “Women Make Up Just 12% Of Attys In PTAB Cases,” published on March 2.
Jennifer H. Wu to Speak on Women’s Leadership Panel
- Feb 24, 2022
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Jennifer H. Wu to Speak on Women’s Leadership Panel
Litigation partner Jennifer H. Wu will participate in the Women’s Leadership panel, sponsored by the Asian American Bar Association of New York, the Asian Financial Society and the Chinese Finance Association.
Jennifer H. Wu to Deliver Keynote Speech at Annual NYSBA Women in Law Section Symposium
- Jan 18, 2022
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Jennifer H. Wu to Deliver Keynote Speech at Annual NYSBA Women in Law Section Symposium
Litigation partner Jennifer H. Wu will deliver the keynote speech, “Raising Our Voices for Equity: Good Leadership and Leading for Good,” at the Women in Law Section's 18th Annual Edith I. Spivack Symposium during the New York State…
Liza Velazquez Quoted in ALM Corporate Counsel
- Jan 12, 2022
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Liza Velazquez Quoted in ALM Corporate Counsel
Litigation partner Liza Velazquez was quoted in an article, “Major Companies, Legal Chiefs Step Up to Support Equal Rights Amendment,” published in ALM Corporate Counsel.
Awards & Recognition
Paul, Weiss Recognized as a “Best Law Firm for Women”
- Jun 24, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Recognized as a “Best Law Firm for Women”
Paul, Weiss was named one of the “50 Best Law Firms for Women” by Seramount, formerly Working Mother Media.
Laura Schnaidt to Be Honored in New York City Urban Debate League 10th Anniversary Celebration
- Mar 28, 2022
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Laura Schnaidt to Be Honored in New York City Urban Debate League 10th Anniversary Celebration
Corporate counsel Laura Schnaidt will be recognized by the New York City Urban Debate League (NYCUDL) at their 10th anniversary gala celebration.
Four Paul, Weiss Associates Accepted to Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Programs
- Mar 03, 2022
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Four Paul, Weiss Associates Accepted to Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Programs
Four Paul, Weiss associates have been selected by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) for the organization’s 2022 professional development programs.
Megan Raymond and Paul, Weiss Recognized by PTAB Bar Association
- Mar 01, 2022
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Megan Raymond and Paul, Weiss Recognized by PTAB Bar Association
Litigation counsel Megan Raymond was named to the PTAB Bar Association’s “Top 50 Women in PTAB Trials” list.
Lissette Duran Named a 2022 “Top Lawyer Under 40” by the Hispanic National Bar Association
- Mar 01, 2022
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Lissette Duran Named a 2022 “Top Lawyer Under 40” by the Hispanic National Bar Association
ESG associate Lissette Duran has been selected to receive a 2022 “Top Lawyer Under 40” award by the Hispanic National Bar Association.
Yahonnes Cleary and Danyale Price Named Notable Black Leaders by Crain’s New York Business
- Feb 22, 2022
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Yahonnes Cleary and Danyale Price Named Notable Black Leaders by Crain’s New York Business
Litigation partner Yahonnes Cleary and Chief Inclusion Officer Danyale Price were recognized by Crain’s New York Business as 2022 “Notable Black Leaders,” a recognition awarded to accomplished professionals elevating the Black…
Liza Velazquez Named “Labor and Employment Lawyer of the Year” at Euromoney Americas Women in Business Law Awards
- Sep 29, 2021
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Liza Velazquez Named “Labor and Employment Lawyer of the Year” at Euromoney Americas Women in Business Law Awards
Litigation partner Liza Velazquez was named “Labor and Employment Lawyer of the Year” at the 2021 Euromoney Americas Women in Business Law Awards.
Karen Dunn Named to Benchmark Litigation’s “Top 10 Women in Litigation”
- Aug 06, 2021
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Karen Dunn Named to Benchmark Litigation’s “Top 10 Women in Litigation”
Karen Dunn was named one of Benchmark Litigation's “Top 10 Women in Litigation,” an elite group of litigators recognized for their trial acumen.
Seven Paul, Weiss Partners Included in Benchmark Litigation's “Top 250 Women in Litigation” List
- Aug 06, 2021
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Seven Paul, Weiss Partners Included in Benchmark Litigation's “Top 250 Women in Litigation” List
Seven litigation partners have been recognized by Benchmark Litigation in its 2021 “Top 250 Women in Litigation: Northeast” and “Top 250 Women in Litigation: West” lists.
Paul, Weiss Ranked Third in The American Lawyer’s 2021 “A-List"
- Aug 05, 2021
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Paul, Weiss Ranked Third in The American Lawyer’s 2021 “A-List"
Paul, Weiss was ranked third out of 200 firms featured in The American Lawyer’s “A-List” for 2021.