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Hunton Andrews Kurth Achieves Remarkable Recognition with 205 Listings in U.S. News & Best Lawyers 2025 Best Law Firms

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Richmond, Virginia—Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP has earned recognition in the 2025 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” list, achieving 205 rankings across 65 legal practice areas. The firm stands out with national recognition in 41 categories and regional strengths in 164 areas. The “Best Law Firms” list honors firms that demonstrate professional excellence backed by consistently high ratings from both clients and peers. Being awarded a tiered designation reflects a firm’s outstanding legal acumen and respect within the community, setting a standard for quality in the field. This year marks the 15th edition … Read more

Kirkland & Ellis Strengthens Litigation Powerhouse, Attracts 23 Top Lawyers from King & Spalding

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Kirkland, Washington — In a significant shift within the legal landscape, Kirkland & Ellis has recruited over 20 litigators, including 12 partners, from King & Spalding, aiming to enhance its capabilities in mass tort and product liability defense. This transition marks a substantial addition to Kirkland’s litigation practice as the firm gears up for significant growth. Among the prominent partners joining Kirkland are Kristen Fournier, Kim Bueno, Morty Dubin, and John Ewald, who began their transition to the firm last week. According to insiders familiar with the situation, the total number of lawyers making the … Read more

Veteran Litigator Kurt Weaver Joins Shook, Hardy & Bacon to Enhance Product Liability Practice in Chicago

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CHICAGO — Kurt Weaver, a veteran litigator with over three decades of experience in complex product liability and mass tort cases, has joined Shook, Hardy & Bacon as a partner in its Chicago office. Weaver’s expertise encompasses a broad array of sectors, including life sciences, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and consumer retail. In recent years, Weaver has served as lead counsel in various high-profile multidistrict litigation cases, successfully representing clients in 13 complex product liability cases that went to jury verdicts. He has also provided guidance on regulatory risks, litigation, and marketing compliance matters, bolstering his clients’ … Read more

Rudy Giuliani and His Lawyer Amp Up Theatrics in Latest Courtroom Saga

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New York – Rudy Giuliani, former New York City mayor and personal attorney to ex-President Donald Trump, along with his legal counsel Robert Costello, continue to capture public and media attention through their courtroom appearances, which have become frequent and theatrical amid multiple legal challenges. Giuliani, once heralded for his leadership following the Sept. 11 attacks, has shifted his legacy toward a more divisive figure due to his legal and electoral maneuvers in recent years. This is most notable following his various efforts to challenge the 2020 presidential election outcomes on behalf of Trump, which … Read more