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Sheppard Mullin Expands White Collar and Investigations Capabilities With Partner John Marston

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is pleased to announce that John Marston has joined the firm as a partner in the Governmental Practice, based in the Washington, D.C office.

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  • Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is pleased to announce that John Marston has joined the firm as a partner in the Governmental Practice, based in the Washington, D.C office.
  • A former federal prosecutor, Marston has led numerous investigations and tried more than 50 civil and criminal cases to verdict.
  • “The firm has experienced significant growth and an uptick in demand in investigations and white collar defense, and John’s substantive experience will add additional depth to our bench-strength that is welcomed by our clients and our practice group,” said Luca Salvi, chair of Sheppard Mullin.
  • “We have had the pleasure of knowing John and watching his work for many years,” said Jonathan Aronie, co-leader of the firm’s Governmental Practice.

CRAIG WILLIAMS CHALLENGES DAVE SUNDAY TO A SERIES OF 10 DEBATES AROUND PA

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Friday, February 23, 2024

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Craig Williams, former Federal Prosecutor, Marine Combat Veteran, and State Representative, emerged as a formidable advocate for justice and safety at the Philadelphia Criminal Inn of Court's Attorney General Forum last evening. As the most qualified Republican candidate for Pennsylvania Attorney General, Williams directly engaged with four Democrat challengers, underscoring his unwavering dedication and principled approach to tackling the state's urgent crime issues.

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  • The discussion revolved around the Gun Violence Task Force, which Rep. Williams re-designed in 2022 legislation to focus on felony gun prosecution in Philadelphia.
  • It was the same "hiding" strategy deployed in the endorsement process, which party bosses invoked virtually with no debates.
  • In contrast, Craig Williams, undeterred by being a more qualified underdog, stepped into the forum ready to advocate for the tough, necessary measures to make Pennsylvania safe.
  • With that, Williams issued a debate challenge to Sunday, who so far has been able to avoid being on stage with Williams.

Lucid Appoints Matt Everitt as General Counsel

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

NEWARK, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), setting new standards for luxury electric experience with the Lucid Air, selected to Car and Driver's 10Best list for 2024, is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Everitt as General Counsel.

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  • Experienced international automotive leader to guide Company's overarching legal strategy, as Lucid enters its next phase of growth
    NEWARK, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Group , Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), setting new standards for luxury electric experience with the Lucid Air, selected to Car and Driver's 10Best list for 2024, is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Everitt as General Counsel.
  • In this role, Mr. Everitt is responsible for overseeing Lucid Group's legal affairs globally and for providing strategic legal guidance to support the Company's ambitious growth plans.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Matt to Lucid and to California," said Peter Rawlinson, CEO and CTO, Lucid Group.
  • Mr. Everitt joins Lucid after 12 years at Mercedes-Benz, where he held several leadership roles in both the U.S. and Germany, most recently as General Counsel of Mercedes-Benz North America.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Welcomes Civic Leaders Adam Day and Kenji Price to its Board of Trustees

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

SAN DIEGO , Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance will welcome two new members to its Board of Trustees next month with the appointment of Adam Day, chief administrative officer for the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation, and Kenji M. Price, Managing Counsel at Epic Games, Inc.

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  • SAN DIEGO , Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance will welcome two new members to its Board of Trustees next month with the appointment of Adam Day, chief administrative officer for the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation, and Kenji M. Price, Managing Counsel at Epic Games, Inc.
  • Starting their tenure on January 1, Day and Price aim to add extensive expertise to the board and further the nonprofit conservation organization's mission of global wildlife conservation.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Adam and Kenji to our board," said Paul A. Baribault, president and chief executive officer of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance.
  • "They bring a wealth of knowledge from multiple sectors and are proven civic leaders in their own right.

MoloLamken Adds Accomplished Federal Prosecutor

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MoloLamken LLP, a premier national litigation boutique, today announced that Jennifer (Sasso) Schubert, an accomplished federal prosecutor in New York, has joined the firm as a partner in the New York office.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MoloLamken LLP, a premier national litigation boutique, today announced that Jennifer (Sasso) Schubert, an accomplished federal prosecutor in New York, has joined the firm as a partner in the New York office.
  • "Jenn is an accomplished trial lawyer," said partner and firm co-founder Steven Molo .
  • Recently, MoloLamken won major recoveries for the Cherokee Nation against opioid manufacturers, shareholders of Alibaba, and bond holders of Avaya.
  • More importantly, the firm takes a tremendously thoughtful approach to developing talent and maintaining a highly collaborative culture that embraces diversity.

Renowned Retired SDNY Judge John S. Martin, Jr. Joins Raines Feldman Littrell LLP as Senior Counsel

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Judge Martin's distinguished career spans over four decades, during which he has left an indelible mark on the legal profession.

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  • Judge Martin's distinguished career spans over four decades, during which he has left an indelible mark on the legal profession.
  • "We are truly honored to welcome Judge Martin to the Raines team," said Managing Partner Jonathan Littrell.
  • As Senior Counsel at Raines Feldman Littrell LLP, Judge Martin will provide strategic counsel and offer invaluable insights to the firm's clients whether in the context of internal investigations, pre-litigation and complex judicial actions and arbitral proceedings.
  • Raines Feldman Littrell LLP is a leading national law firm with offices in Los Angeles, Irvine, Chicago and New York.

Kirby McInerney Announces $6.5 Million False Claims Act Settlement against a Medical Practice that Paid Kickbacks for Patient Referrals through False “Rental” Agreements

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

On behalf of its client, Kirby McInerney filed the False Claims Act qui tam (whistleblower) lawsuit in 2018 against the radiology practice Gramercy Cardiac Diagnostic Services P.C.

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  • On behalf of its client, Kirby McInerney filed the False Claims Act qui tam (whistleblower) lawsuit in 2018 against the radiology practice Gramercy Cardiac Diagnostic Services P.C.
  • After Kirby McInerney filed the whistleblower case, the federal and New York State governments investigated and decided to intervene in the case and pursue the claims.
  • As part of the settlement, Gramercy Cardiac and Dr. Rentrop will pay the government $6.5 million and have admitted to their misconduct.
  • We are proud to have stopped them,” said Randall Fox , who handled the case for Kirby McInerney together with David Kovel .

McLaughlin & Stern Expands Leading Trusts and Estates Practice With New Hires And Promotions

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- McLaughlin & Stern LLP, one of the top regional law firms in New York State, today announced an expansion of its preeminent Trusts and Estates practice.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- McLaughlin & Stern LLP, one of the top regional law firms in New York State, today announced an expansion of its preeminent Trusts and Estates practice.
  • The firm is pleased to welcome Justin M. Piccione as a new partner in their T&E practice group.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Justin to the firm," said Geoffry R. Handler, Managing Partner of McLaughlin & Stern.
  • In addition, McLaughlin & Stern is pleased to announce the election of Diana Chen to partner as of September 1.

Dollar Tree, Inc. Names Jonathan Leiken Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary

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Monday, August 28, 2023

Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR) today announced an addition to its executive leadership team, with Jonathan Leiken joining the organization as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary.

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  • Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR) today announced an addition to its executive leadership team, with Jonathan Leiken joining the organization as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary.
  • Mr. Leiken has more than 20 years of legal experience, and he most recently served as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary of Diebold Nixdorf, Inc., a global technology company that provides systems, services and software to the world’s leading banks (ATMs) and retailers (point of sale and self-checkout).
  • from the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from Brandeis University.
  • Among many civic endeavors, Mr. Leiken is the president of The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland and teaches as an adjunct professor of law at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.

WilmerHale Elects Anjan Sahni as Managing Partner

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

WilmerHale is pleased to announce that Anjan Sahni, one of the country’s leading white-collar litigators and strategic advisors, will serve as the firm’s next managing partner.

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  • WilmerHale is pleased to announce that Anjan Sahni, one of the country’s leading white-collar litigators and strategic advisors, will serve as the firm’s next managing partner.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230614205983/en/
    WilmerHale is pleased to announce that Anjan Sahni, one of the country’s leading white-collar litigators and strategic advisors, will serve as the firm’s next managing partner (Photo: Business Wire)
    Beginning January 1, 2024, Sahni will succeed Co-Managing Partners Susan Murley and Robert Novick, who have led the firm since 2012.
  • I am very grateful for Susan and Bob’s strong leadership, which has positioned WilmerHale very well for the future.
  • During this period, WilmerHale improved its financial position significantly, increasing its net income by 80% and doubling profits per partner.