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Morgan Lewis Bolsters European Presence with Acquisition of Kramer Levin’s Paris Team Ahead of Major Transatlantic Law Firm Merger

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Paris, France — In a significant move to expand its global footprint, Morgan Lewis & Bockius announced on Friday the acquisition of Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel’s Paris office, including a robust team of 54 lawyers. This development precedes the merger of Kramer Levin, based in Manhattan, with Herbert Smith Freehills, set to finalize in May. Kramer Levin’s Paris office, previously its sole international location, was notably excluded from its impending transatlantic union with Herbert Smith Freehills. This strategic acquisition by Morgan Lewis not only bolsters its presence in Europe but also significantly enhances its … Read more

Paris Hilton Champions New California Law Enhancing Oversight of Youth Treatment Centers

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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Starting January 1, state-licensed residential treatment centers for children and youth in California will face new regulations aimed at increasing transparency and safeguarding the well-being of their residents, especially regarding the use of restraints and seclusion rooms. These facilities, which cater to individuals up to age 21, will be held to more stringent reporting standards whenever such measures are employed. In details provided by the new law, each time a child is restrained or secluded, the facility must generate a thorough report. This report will be distributed to the affected youth, their … Read more

Proskauer Rose Enhances Paris Office with Strategic Acquisition of Simmons & Simmons’ Eight-Lawyer Team

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Paris, France – In a significant move within the legal sector, Proskauer Rose’s Paris office has enhanced its team by acquiring an eight-member lawyer group specializing in fund formation and secondaries from Simmons & Simmons. The team is led by seasoned partners Agnès Rossi and Marcela Moraru, who bring a wealth of experience, having collaborated for over two decades on major international fundraising and transactional operations for private investment funds across France, the U.K., and Luxembourg. Rossi and Moraru’s joint expertise spans the structuring and establishment of various types of investment funds, including mid-market and … Read more

Bangladeshi Silent Film ‘Nirvana’ Continues Its Award-Winning Streak with Jury Prize in Paris

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Paris, France – The Bangladeshi cinema scene received another boost on the international stage as the film “Nirvana” clinched the Jury Award at the prestigious Gange Sur Seine International Film Festival in France. This marks the second major accolade for the silent film, following a Special Jury Award at the Moscow International Film Festival. Asif Islam, the film’s director, shared his enthusiasm about the international recognition, which he sees as a significant milestone not only for his team but for Bangladeshi cinema as a whole. “It is thrilling to see ‘Nirvana’ resonate so strongly with … Read more