New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division

DrSnip Portland Sees Increase in Vasectomy Volume Since Federal Abortion Rights Repealed

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Friday, August 4, 2023

PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This time last year, DrSnip's phone was ringing off the hook. The Supreme Court's Dobbs ruling, which repealed abortion rights federally, led to an immediate and urgent reaction from men and couples worried about an unplanned pregnancy. The Portland-based DrSnip vasectomy clinic saw a five-fold increase in inquiries. But unlike other providers, the demand has remained high. 

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This time last year, DrSnip 's phone was ringing off the hook.
  • The Supreme Court's Dobbs ruling, which repealed abortion rights federally, led to an immediate and urgent reaction from men and couples worried about an unplanned pregnancy.
  • The Portland-based DrSnip vasectomy clinic saw a five-fold increase in inquiries.
  • Portland is a progressive state, so one would not expect Dobbs to directly impact DrSnip's market the way it did.

JUSTICE KANNAN RAMESH IS FIRST ASIAN AND JUDGE TO BE APPOINTED AS PRESIDENT OF INTERNATIONAL INSOLVENCY INSTITUTE

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Monday, June 26, 2023

SINGAPORE, June 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Supreme Court of Singapore announced that Justice Kannan Ramesh, Judge of the Appellate Division, has been appointed as the seventh President of the International Insolvency Institute (III).

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  • SINGAPORE, June 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Supreme Court of Singapore announced that Justice Kannan Ramesh, Judge of the Appellate Division, has been appointed as the seventh President of the International Insolvency Institute (III).
  • Justice Ramesh is the first Asian and the first Judge to be appointed to the top post in the III.
  • Justice Ramesh's appointment as the President of the III will significantly add to Singapore's status as a restructuring and insolvency centre.
  • The III, with its exceptional membership, international leadership and resources, plays a valuable and highly significant role in the international insolvency field.

JUSTICE KANNAN RAMESH IS FIRST ASIAN AND JUDGE TO BE APPOINTED AS PRESIDENT OF INTERNATIONAL INSOLVENCY INSTITUTE

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Monday, June 26, 2023

SINGAPORE, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Supreme Court of Singapore announced that Justice Kannan Ramesh, Judge of the Appellate Division, has been appointed as the seventh President of the International Insolvency Institute (III).

Key Points: 
  • SINGAPORE, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Supreme Court of Singapore announced that Justice Kannan Ramesh, Judge of the Appellate Division, has been appointed as the seventh President of the International Insolvency Institute (III).
  • Justice Ramesh is the first Asian and the first Judge to be appointed to the top post in the III.
  • Justice Ramesh's appointment as the President of the III will significantly add to Singapore's status as a restructuring and insolvency centre.
  • The III, with its exceptional membership, international leadership and resources, plays a valuable and highly significant role in the international insolvency field.

Judicate West Welcomes Judge Rosemary T. McGuire, Continues to Expand Neutral Line-Up Across California

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Monday, May 22, 2023

Judge McGuire, who is affiliated with the Santa Ana office, is available statewide as a mediator, arbitrator, and private judge.

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  • Judge McGuire, who is affiliated with the Santa Ana office, is available statewide as a mediator, arbitrator, and private judge.
  • “Judge McGuire brings a wealth of knowledge gleaned from nearly 30 years of combined experience as a judicial officer and litigator.
  • From 2001-2006, Judge McGuire served as judge pro tem in the Juvenile Delinquency Division of the Fresno County Superior Court.
  • Judge McGuire also worked as a law clerk and paralegal, earning her paralegal certificate from San Joaquin College of Law in 1983.

Coffey Modica O'Meara Welcomes Council Jeffrey Gasbarro to the Firm

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Coffey Modica O'Meara, a leading law firm specializing in insurance defense, is excited to announce Jeffrey Gasbarro has joined the firm as Counsel and will be based in CMO's White Plain's office.

Key Points: 
  • WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Coffey Modica O'Meara, a leading law firm specializing in insurance defense, is excited to announce Jeffrey Gasbarro has joined the firm as Counsel and will be based in CMO's White Plain's office.
  • He has a particularized knowledge and insight into the NY Labor Law and brings a wealth of experience and background to the firm.
  • Coffey Modica O'Meara is one of the fastest growing law firms in the tri-state area that specializes in insurance defense.
  • "We couldn't be happier to welcome Jeffrey to our team," Michael Coffey, founding partner of Coffey Modica O'Meara .

NAM General Counsel and Neutrals Recognized as Top Lawyers of Long Island

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

have been recognized by The Herald as Top Lawyers of Long Island.

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  • have been recognized by The Herald as Top Lawyers of Long Island.
  • The award is given to the best and brightest legal professionals on Long Island who have achieved excellence in their respective areas of expertise.
  • have been recognized by The Herald as Top Lawyers of Long Island.
  • The award is given to the best and brightest legal professionals on Long Island who have achieved excellence in their respective areas of expertise.

KSTM Promotes Malissa Osei and Justine Stringer to Partner

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Krauss Shaknes Tallentire & Messeri LLP announced today that Malissa Osei and Justine Stringer have been promoted to partner, effective January 1, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Krauss Shaknes Tallentire & Messeri LLP announced today that Malissa Osei and Justine Stringer have been promoted to partner, effective January 1, 2023.
  • “We are fortunate to have worked with Malissa and Justine since the early stages of their careers, and we couldn’t be prouder of the lawyers they are today,” said KSTM founding partner Caroline Krauss .
  • Before joining KSTM, she was an associate at Blank Rome, in one of the nation’s largest matrimonial practices.
  • Justine is a member of the Women’s Bar Association’s Family Law Committee and the New York State Bar Association.

Former US Deputy Secretary of State and Ambassador to Russia John J. Sullivan rejoins Mayer Brown

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Thursday, January 5, 2023

Mayer Brown is a global services provider comprising associated legal practices that are separate entities, including Mayer Brown LLP (Illinois, USA), Mayer Brown International LLP (England), Mayer Brown (a Hong Kong partnership) and Tauil & Chequer Advogados (a Brazilian law partnership) (collectively the “Mayer Brown Practices”) and non-legal service providers, which provide consultancy services (the “Mayer Brown Consultancies”).

Key Points: 
  • Mayer Brown is a global services provider comprising associated legal practices that are separate entities, including Mayer Brown LLP (Illinois, USA), Mayer Brown International LLP (England), Mayer Brown (a Hong Kong partnership) and Tauil & Chequer Advogados (a Brazilian law partnership) (collectively the “Mayer Brown Practices”) and non-legal service providers, which provide consultancy services (the “Mayer Brown Consultancies”).
  • The Mayer Brown Practices and Mayer Brown Consultancies are established in various jurisdictions and may be a legal person or a partnership.
  • Details of the individual Mayer Brown Practices and Mayer Brown Consultancies can be found in the Legal Notices section of our website.
  • “Mayer Brown” and the Mayer Brown logo are the trademarks of Mayer Brown.

Clemency Petition for Domestic Violence Survivor Nicole (Nikki) Addimando Receives More Than 25,000 Signatures

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Monday, December 12, 2022

The Nicole Addimando Community Defense Committee today announced that a petition urging New York Governor Kathy Hochul to grant clemency to Nikki Addimando has received more than 25,000 signatures.

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  • The Nicole Addimando Community Defense Committee today announced that a petition urging New York Governor Kathy Hochul to grant clemency to Nikki Addimando has received more than 25,000 signatures.
  • The Nicole Addimando Community Defense Committee said, We urge Governor Hochul to grant clemency to Nikki today and reunite her with her two young children.
  • We thank all who signed the petition and the thousands who shared their deeply personal experiences with domestic violence.
  • 75% of domestic violence victims were killed as they attempted to leave the relationship or after the relationship had ended.

New York Court Approves $300 Million Settlement Benefitting Minority Shareholders in Renren Derivative Litigation Announces Reid Collins

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Thursday, June 9, 2022

Derivative Litigation (NYSE:RENN), one of the largest cash settlements of a derivative action in history.

Key Points: 
  • Derivative Litigation (NYSE:RENN), one of the largest cash settlements of a derivative action in history.
  • Litigation powerhouse Reid Collins & Tsai LLP, Lead Counsel for the derivative plaintiffs, originally announced the terms of the settlement in October 2021.
  • Reid Collins Founding Partner William T. Reid, IV on the resolution of the Renren litigation: "This is an extraordinary result by any measure.
  • Obtaining jurisdiction over these foreign defendants was no small task, but obtaining derivative standing was an even greater achievement.