Expertise

CMS Albiñana & Suárez de Lezo Elevates Tax Expertise with Antonio Puentes Appointment

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MADRID, Spain — CMS Albiñana & Suárez de Lezo announced the appointment of Antonio Puentes as the new head of Tax Litigation and Contentious Tax Matters, a change that will take effect on September 1, 2025. Puentes previously led the Tax Litigation and Tax Procedure department at BDO Abogados in Madrid until this past Monday. This strategic move aligns with the firm’s broader goals outlined in its 2024–2026 Strategic Plan, which emphasizes strengthening its Tax Procedure area. CMS aims to solidify its standing in this critical practice area as it looks to enhance its offerings. … Read more

King & Spalding Strengthens Product Liability and Mass Torts Expertise with Strategic Team Enhancements

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Atlanta, Georgia – The law firm King & Spalding has made significant strides to enhance its Product Liability and Mass Torts practice in recent years. This effort comes as the firm seeks to bolster its position in a competitive legal landscape, particularly in light of the increasing complexities surrounding product-related litigation. The firm has strategically expanded its resources and expertise in this practice area, aiming to provide comprehensive support to clients facing challenges related to mass torts and product liability claims. Recognizing the rising demand for specialized legal representation, King & Spalding has focused on … Read more

Former U.S. Attorney Roger B. Handberg Joins GrayRobinson, Bringing Fraud Expertise to Central Florida’s Legal Landscape

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Orlando, Fla. — Roger B. Handberg, former U.S. Attorney for Central Florida, has joined GrayRobinson as a shareholder in the firm’s Orlando office, marking a notable shift in his professional journey. His appointment comes after his tenure as U.S. Attorney, which ended on February 17. Handberg was initially appointed to this federal role by Attorney General Merrick Garland on December 27, 2021, starting as an interim U.S. Attorney. In May 2022, he received a reappointment from the judges of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, underscoring the confidence placed in his … Read more

Veteran Litigator Kurt Weaver Joins Chicago’s Shook, Hardy & Bacon, Enhancing Expertise in Mass Tort and Product Liability Cases

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CHICAGO — Kurt Weaver, a prominent litigator with over 30 years of expertise in defending complex product liability and mass tort cases, has joined the Chicago office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon as a partner. His extensive experience includes multidistrict litigation and significant commercial disputes. Weaver’s practice spans multiple sectors, including life sciences, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and consumer goods. In the past seven years alone, he has successfully led 13 complex product liability cases to jury verdicts and served as lead counsel in notable multidistrict litigations. His legal skill set further encompasses advising clients on both … Read more