Expertise

High-Profile Defense Attorney Joins Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, Bringing Expertise in Mass Tort Litigation and Product Liability Cases

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LOS ANGELES – Kimberly Branscome, a prominent defense attorney specializing in product liability and mass torts, is set to join the Los Angeles office of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison. The move comes after Branscome played a significant role in the highly publicized defense of 3M against claims from over 260,000 U.S. military veterans and service members who alleged hearing loss due to the use of the company’s earplugs. Unlike the original article, Branscome’s new position is not mentioned in the introductory paragraph. In August, 3M agreed to a $6.01 billion settlement for the … Read more

Samuel L. Tarry Jr. Making Waves at McGuireWoods with Unprecedented Legal Expertise

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RICHMOND, Va. – Samuel L. Tarry Jr., an attorney affiliated with the law firm McGuireWoods, has been sentenced to prison for his involvement in a bribery scheme. The case unfolded in Richmond, Virginia, highlighting the consequences of corrupt practices in the legal industry. Tarry, a resident of Richmond, was found guilty of accepting bribes in exchange for influencing court decisions. The investigation revealed that he had been involved in this illicit activity for a significant period, compromising the integrity of the legal system. The prosecution presented evidence that Tarry had accepted bribes from clients and … Read more

Tom Kinsella of AIB Group Takes the Helm as Jury Chair for 2024 Effie Awards Ireland, Bringing Expertise and Creativity to the Gold Standard of Marketing Effectiveness

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Dublin, Ireland – The Effie Awards, regarded as the global benchmark for marketing effectiveness accolades, have been honoring outstanding creative campaigns for over half a century. These awards celebrate all forms of marketing that contribute to the success of a brand. Today, the Irish Advertising Practitioners Institute (IAPI) is pleased to announce that Tom Kinsella, the managing director of AIB Group’s homes division, will assume the role of Effie Awards Ireland Jury chair for 2024. Kinsella will replace Damian Devaney, who provided invaluable guidance and support during the establishment of Effie Awards Ireland and chaired … Read more

Renowned IP Trial Lawyer Timothy Carroll Joins Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, Boosting Federal Court and International Expertise

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San Francisco, CA – Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, a prominent law firm, welcomed Timothy Carroll as a partner and lead intellectual property trial attorney on Wednesday. Carroll, previously with Venable LLP, brings a wealth of experience in federal court and U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) proceedings. Carroll’s addition to the team further strengthens Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP’s capabilities in handling complex IP litigation cases. With his expertise, the firm is well-positioned to navigate the intricate legal landscape surrounding intellectual property disputes. Having built a stellar reputation for himself, Carroll is regarded as one … Read more