Law firms

Hydrofarm Enters into Agreement to Acquire House & Garden

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Monday, May 24, 2021
Service companies, Hydroculture, Law firms, Agriculture and the environment, Dentons, Deloitte, Hydroponics, Controlled-environment agriculture, Companies

FAIRLESS HILLS, Pa., May 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hydrofarm Holdings Group, Inc. (Hydrofarm) (Nasdaq: HYFM), a leading independent distributor and manufacturer of hydroponics equipment and supplies for controlled environment agriculture (CEA), announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire House & Garden, Inc., Humboldt Wholesale, Inc., Allied Imports & Logistics, Inc., and South Coast Horticultural Supply, Inc. (collectively House & Garden) a Humboldt County, Calif.-based producer of quality nutrients under the House & Garden and Mad Farmer brands.

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  • FAIRLESS HILLS, Pa., May 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hydrofarm Holdings Group, Inc. (Hydrofarm) (Nasdaq: HYFM), a leading independent distributor and manufacturer of hydroponics equipment and supplies for controlled environment agriculture (CEA), announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire House & Garden, Inc., Humboldt Wholesale, Inc., Allied Imports & Logistics, Inc., and South Coast Horticultural Supply, Inc. (collectively House & Garden) a Humboldt County, Calif.-based producer of quality nutrients under the House & Garden and Mad Farmer brands.
  • We admire Hydrofarms deep roots as a leader in the hydroponics industry, said Steven Muller, founder of House & Garden.
  • Hydrofarm expects House & Garden to generate approximately $55 million in net sales across the full calendar year 2021, representing significant growth from the prior year.
  • Deloitte Corporate Finance LLC is serving as financial advisor and Dentons LLP is serving as legal advisor to House & Garden.

Experienced Energy And Infrastructure Partner Rejoins Latham & Watkins In San Diego

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Monday, May 24, 2021
Law firms, Latham & Watkins, Latham, Sudairi Seven

Roy previously worked in thefirm's San Diego office and rejoins the firm from Venture Global LNG, where she served as Assistant General Counsel.

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  • Roy previously worked in thefirm's San Diego office and rejoins the firm from Venture Global LNG, where she served as Assistant General Counsel.
  • "It is with much enthusiasm that we welcome Jennifer back to the firm and the San Diego office," said Cheston Larson, San Diego Office Managing Partner.
  • Latham & Watkins works in cooperation with the Law Office of Salman M. Al-Sudairi in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  • DJ Moore, Global Co-Chair, Project Sitting & Approvals Practice, +1.213.891.7758
    Cheston Larson, San Diego Office Managing Partner, +1.858.523.5435
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Baker McKenzie scales up its AI transformation by moving to next stage of exclusive collaboration with SparkBeyond

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Monday, May 24, 2021
Law firms, Baker McKenzie, Innovation

The exclusive deal, which is part of Baker McKenzie's innovation programme, Reinvent, ensures it is the only law firm that will have access to SparkBeyond's technology.

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  • The exclusive deal, which is part of Baker McKenzie's innovation programme, Reinvent, ensures it is the only law firm that will have access to SparkBeyond's technology.
  • "Five years ago our industry was flooded with hype about AI disruption," says Ben Allgrove, Research and Development Partner at Baker McKenzie.
  • From the beginning, Baker McKenzie and SparkBeyond have sought to bring domain expertise together with technology for social good.
  • Throughout each stage of the partnership with SparkBeyond, Baker McKenzie is committed to building an ambitious social impact programme.

A Significant Win for Rosenberger Against CommScope's Petition for An Injunction

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Friday, May 21, 2021
Hardware, Manufacturing, Other Manufacturing, Technology, Telecommunications, Law firms, Design, Innovation, Product management, Rosenberger, Milbank, UST, Service companies, Articles

On April 20, 2021, the U.S. federal court denied CommScope's request for an injunction against Rosenberger.

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  • On April 20, 2021, the U.S. federal court denied CommScope's request for an injunction against Rosenberger.
  • This is a significant ruling and victory for Rosenberger and the customers we serve.\nRosenberger is a world-wide leading innovator and manufacturer in the telecommunications industry and related fields.
  • Rosenberger's place as a leading developer and vendor of base station antennas is the result of our own technology innovation and robust strategic investment in new high-quality products.
  • Rosenberger has invested significant resources in the development of new products and will continue to innovate and serve the telecommunications industry.\nLearn more from Milbank LLP (Rosenberger's outside legal counsel) webpage:\n"

Sacramento Magazine Recognizes 11 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys as 2021 'Top Lawyers'

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Greenberg Traurig, Geography of California, Law firms, Sacramento, California, California, Robert H. Traurig

b'SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Sacramento Magazine has recognized 11 attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP on its prestigious "Top Lawyers" list for 2021.

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  • b'SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Sacramento Magazine has recognized 11 attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP on its prestigious "Top Lawyers" list for 2021.
  • The number of attorneys from Greenberg Traurig\'s Sacramento office included in this year\'s list is the highest to date.\nOpen to all licensed attorneys in Sacramento, California, Sacramento Magazine\'s "Top Lawyers" are selected by their peers for achievements in given legal specialties, according to the publication\'s website.
  • Nominees are then evaluated based on the survey results and their standing with the State Bar of California.\nGreenberg Traurig attorneys listed as Sacramento Top Lawyers include:\nAbout Greenberg Traurig\'s Sacramento Office:\nGreenberg Traurig\'s Sacramento office represents businesses ranging from Fortune 500 companies to mid-cap companies and trade associations.
  • Its government law and policy attorneys and professionals develop strategies to quickly address administrative, legislative, or regulatory issues; advocate on behalf of clients with government officials and agencies; and draft legislation.

Eversheds Sutherland Launches AI and Legal Data Analytics Tool to Help Clients Assess Spoliation Sanctions Risk

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Law firms, Eversheds Sutherland, Cision, Business process management, Service companies, Companies

b'WASHINGTON, May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Eversheds Sutherland is pleased to announce the launch of a proprietary tool to help clients better assess the risk of an adverse ruling on spoliation of evidence in any US court.

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  • b'WASHINGTON, May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Eversheds Sutherland is pleased to announce the launch of a proprietary tool to help clients better assess the risk of an adverse ruling on spoliation of evidence in any US court.
  • "\nThe process and technology Fastcase and Eversheds Sutherland built together can be applied to other unique data sets within the litigation process, allowing Eversheds to better advise their clients on risk and potential outcomes.
  • The company provides an innovative research suite of primary law, dockets, treatises, legal blogs, analytics, workflow tools, and legal news.
  • For more information about Fastcase\'s smarter legal tools, visit the company on Twitter at @Fastcase or visit http://www.fastcase.com .\n'

Freshfields Reinforces Position as Preeminent Life Sciences Law Firm With Addition of Adam H. Golden as Partner

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021
Other Health, Health, Professional services, Other Professional Services, Legal, Law firms, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

b"In a move that reinforces its position as the preeminent life sciences law firm, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP announced today that Adam H. Golden, market-leading life sciences transactions lawyer, has joined the firm as a partner in New York.\nMr.

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  • b"In a move that reinforces its position as the preeminent life sciences law firm, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP announced today that Adam H. Golden, market-leading life sciences transactions lawyer, has joined the firm as a partner in New York.\nMr.
  • His arrival responds to the demand from Freshfields clients across the life sciences spectrum for support on their most strategic initiatives.
  • As head of U.S. life sciences transactions for the firm, Mr. Golden further bolsters Freshfields\xe2\x80\x99 commitment to support life sciences clients with lawyers who deeply understand the sector and its business requirements.\n\xe2\x80\x9cAdam brings a wealth of experience and skill in critical areas for our life sciences clients,\xe2\x80\x9d said Jennifer Bethlehem , partner and global head of Freshfields\xe2\x80\x99 healthcare practice.
  • Golden is recognized as a leading life sciences transactions lawyer in Chambers Global, Chambers USA, Legal 500 US, Who's Who Legal, LMG Life Sciences, IFLR1000 and IAM Patent 1000.

Greenberg Traurig Expands Real Estate Practice; Adds Andrew N. Hamm in Chicago

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021
Greenberg Traurig, Law firms, Law

b'CHICAGO, May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP has expanded its award-winning Real Estate Practice with the addition of Andrew N. Hamm as a shareholder in the firm\'s Chicago office .

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  • b'CHICAGO, May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP has expanded its award-winning Real Estate Practice with the addition of Andrew N. Hamm as a shareholder in the firm\'s Chicago office .
  • from the University of Michigan.\nAbout Greenberg Traurig\'s Real Estate Practice: The Greenberg Traurig Real Estate Practice is a cornerstone of the firm and recognized leader in the industry.
  • The firm\'s real estate attorneys deliver diversified and comprehensive counsel for property acquisition and investment, development, management and leasing, financing, restructuring, and disposition of all asset classes of real estate.
  • The firm\'s real estate team advises clients on a variety of matters across a broad spectrum of commercial, recreational, and residential real estate, including structured equity and debt and the hybrids.\nAbout Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP (GT) has approximately 2200 attorneys in 40 locations in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

Former SEC Director of Corporation Finance Bill Hinman Joins &vest as Partner

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Monday, May 17, 2021
Law firms, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, Initial public offering, Shearman & Sterling, Thacher, Shearman, Private equity, Corporate finance, Special-purpose acquisition company

We are thrilled he has joined our team and believe he will have a tremendous impact on all &vest stakeholders.

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  • We are thrilled he has joined our team and believe he will have a tremendous impact on all &vest stakeholders.
  • "The SPAC model offers companies that are seeking to raise capital in the public markets an attractive alternative to the traditional IPO.
  • This is particularly the case when the SPAC sponsor offers a skill set that goes beyond access to public investors.
  • "\nPrior to joining Simpson Thacher in 2000, Hinman was the managing partner of Shearman & Sterling\'s San Francisco and Menlo Park offices.

First National Bank Expands in Charleston with Branch at Freshfields Village

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Monday, May 17, 2021
Charleston–North Charleston–Summerville metropolitan area, Law firms, Geography of the United States, F.N.B. Corporation, Kiawah Island, South Carolina, Johns Island, South Carolina, Kiawah, Seabrook Island, South Carolina, Seabrook, Charleston, South Carolina, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

b'CHARLESTON, S.C., May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --First National Bank, the largest subsidiary of F.N.B.

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  • b'CHARLESTON, S.C., May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --First National Bank, the largest subsidiary of F.N.B.
  • Corporation (NYSE: FNB), announced its continued expansion in Charleston, SC, with an innovative branch at Freshfields Village, an open-air shopping and dining experience at the crossroads of Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island and Johns Island.
  • FNB also deployed four ATMs in Charleston International Airport.\nThe new Freshfields Village location is FNB\'s third retail branch in the Charleston area.
  • "\nLocated at 398 Freshfields Drive, Johns Island, SC, FNB\'s new office utilizes a modern concept branch design.