Bolstering

CMS Portugal Elevates Three New Partners, Bolstering Expertise in Corporate M&A, Tax, and Labor Law

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Lisbon, Portugal – CMS Portugal, a prominent law firm, has recently elevated three of its attorneys to the position of equity partners, strengthening its leadership across various key practice areas, including corporate M&A, tax, and labour law & pension funds. The promotions are a testament to the firm’s commitment to recognizing and advancing talent within its ranks according to José Luís Arnaut, the managing partner of CMS Portugal. Margarida Vila Franca, now a partner in the corporate M&A practice, has carved out a niche in handling complex transactions, such as acquisitions, public offerings, mergers, and … Read more

Litigation Expert Justin VandenBout Joins Norton Rose Fulbright’s Houston Team, Bolstering Their National Practice

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Houston, Texas – Norton Rose Fulbright, a prominent global law firm, has strengthened its Houston team by welcoming litigation expert Justin VandenBout as a partner. VandenBout joins the firm from Chamberlain Hrdlicka, bringing a comprehensive background in commercial, product liability, and mass tort litigation. Specializing in a variety of dispute resolutions and litigations across the United States, VandenBout has accrued substantial experience in federal and state courts. His broad litigation practice encompasses environmental issues, catastrophic personal injuries, intellectual property disputes, construction conflicts, and extensive breach of contract cases across multiple industries. Justin VandenBout has frequently … Read more

Mitchell Keith Bowers Wins Calcasieu Parish Seat, Bolstering Republican Presence

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Lake Charles, La. – In a closely watched local election, Mitchell Keith Bowers has emerged as the newly elected member of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury, representing District 15. Securing 56% of the vote, Bowers defeated Mandy Thomas, who garnered 44% in the electoral race. Bowers’ victory comes in the wake of the seat’s sudden vacancy following the death of Tony Tramonte, who passed away at the age of 54 on April 29. Brent Clement had been serving as the interim representative since being appointed during a special meeting on May 20. In addition to … Read more

Tom Davis Joins Epiq as Chief of Staff, Bolstering Fraud Prevention in Class Action Division

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New York, Sept 18, 2024 — Epiq, a global leader in legal services and technology, has bolstered its team with a new high-profile hire, Tom Davis, who has been appointed as Chief of Staff for the company’s Class Action, Remediation, and Mass Tort business unit. Davis brings extensive experience from previous executive roles in operations and fraud prevention, crucial for navigating the complex landscapes of class action settlements. Previously associated with Garden City Group (GCG), a former industry frontrunner in class action administration acquired by Epiq in 2018, Davis is well-versed in the intricacies that … Read more