Ontier Strengthens U.S. Base with Michael O. Mena as Miami Managing Partner, Expanding Global Presence

Miami, Florida — Ontier has appointed Michael O. Mena as the new Managing Partner of its Miami office, which represents a strategic move in the firm’s expansion across the United States. Mena will focus on assisting clients with cross-border transactions and litigation involving the U.S., Europe, and Latin America. Mena’s impressive background includes a robust record in managing high-stakes commercial litigation in both federal and state courts. His areas of specialization include business disputes, issues in corporate governance, and insurance litigation, alongside significant commercial cases. Before joining Ontier, Mena held partnership positions at several leading … Read more

Astek Expands Spanish Presence with Acquisition of Digital Transformation Leader Quantion, Boosting Expertise in AI and Cloud Services

Barcelona, Spain — Astek, a global engineering and technology consulting firm, has announced its acquisition of Quantion, a digital transformation company established in 2015 and based in Barcelona. This strategic move aims to enhance Astek’s presence in the Spanish market. With this acquisition, Astek expands its workforce in Spain to 500 professionals and identifies Barcelona as one of its key Global Delivery Centers. Quantion adds more than 150 specialists in areas including customer experience, data and artificial intelligence, and cloud infrastructure. The deal also broadens Astek’s involvement in the travel and aviation sectors. This acquisition … Read more

Kirkland & Ellis Amplifies Philadelphia Presence with New Addition in Pharma Litigation Sector

Philadelphia — Kirkland & Ellis LLP is making strides in its Philadelphia office just months after establishing a presence in the city. The firm has recently welcomed a litigator focused on defending pharmaceutical and medical device companies in liability cases. This recruitment signifies the firm’s commitment to expanding its footprint in the competitive legal market. The addition of the new attorney marks a strategic move to bolster the office’s capabilities in a sector where litigation is increasingly crucial. With the growing complexity of regulations in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries, having expertise in this … Read more

DiCello Levitt Expands West Coast Presence by Welcoming Esteemed Trial Attorney Doug Rochen

Los Angeles, California – DiCello Levitt is expanding its presence on the West Coast with the recruitment of renowned trial attorney Doug Rochen. This addition signals the firm’s continued commitment to enhance its litigation capabilities in a rapidly growing market. Rochen brings a wealth of experience, having successfully led numerous high-stakes legal battles. His expertise spans various fields, including complex commercial disputes, consumer protection cases, and mass tort litigation. The firm anticipates that Rochen’s track record will complement their existing team and strengthen their ability to serve clients effectively. DiCello Levitt has been strategically increasing … Read more