Law

Rising Star Janet Coscino Honored as One of Illinois’ Top Young Attorneys for Excellence in Private Equity Law

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Chicago, Illinois — Private equity partner Janet Coscino has been named one of the “40 Under Forty Illinois Attorneys to Watch” in the 2025 edition published by Chicago Lawyer. This distinction recognizes the achievements of attorneys under 40 who demonstrate exceptional client service, leadership, and active involvement in their communities and the legal field. Coscino’s recognition stems from her impressive track record in navigating complex transactions for private equity sponsors and strategic buyers, where she consistently provides strategic and practical counsel from the initial agreements to the final closing. Her expertise in high-stakes deals has … Read more

New Jersey Bolsters Tenant Protections with Groundbreaking Lead Safety Law, Prioritizing Clean Water Access

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Trenton, N.J. — Acting Governor Tahesha Way signed a significant new law aimed at protecting New Jersey residents from the dangers of lead exposure in drinking water. The legislation, known as A2929/S1034, mandates that landlords must inform current and prospective tenants about lead presence in drinking water, ensures free lead testing, and lessens barriers related to lead pipe replacement. The bill enhances existing measures first introduced in 2021, when Governor Phil Murphy enacted the Lead Service Line Replacement Law. This previous legislation requires community water systems to eliminate all lead service lines in their networks … Read more

Investigation Demanded After Allegations of Election Law Violation by Assembly Candidate Cashman

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PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — A call for an investigation has emerged in Clinton County after the vice chair of the local Republican Committee accused Democratic candidate Michael Cashman of election law violations. Jeff Luck, who holds the position, filed a complaint with the New York State Board of Elections against Cashman, currently the Town of Plattsburgh Supervisor and a candidate for Assembly District 115. The complaint alleges that Cashman misused his taxpayer-funded office during a political rally held earlier this month to announce his candidacy for the seat left vacant by Billy Jones. According to Luck, … Read more

Major Law Firms Lead the Charge as IPO Activity Soars with Over $285 Million in New Listings

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Chicago, Illinois — A surge of companies is returning to the public markets, with a notable number of initial public offerings (IPOs) taking place in recent weeks, a clear indication of the resurgence in market activity. Prominent law firms are playing key roles in this trend, underscoring their importance in helping businesses navigate the complex IPO process. In the last week alone, six companies collectively raised over $285 million through IPOs, marking the most active period for new public listings in the United States since 2021. Each transaction typically engages multiple legal teams to ensure … Read more