Recruitment

Jenner & Block Expands Chicago Team with Strategic Recruitment from Mayer Brown’s Mass Torts Practice

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In Chicago, Illinois, Jenner & Block LLP has announced the addition of a five-attorney team from Mayer Brown LLP to bolster its mass torts and product liability practice. The firm aims to enhance its capabilities in these areas by bringing on board experienced legal professionals. This new group includes two attorneys who possess significant expertise in handling complex litigation, which will aid Jenner & Block in navigating the increasingly challenging landscape of product liability cases. Their arrival reflects the firm’s commitment to expanding its practice and providing top-tier legal services to its clients. The addition … Read more

Kirkland & Ellis Strengthens Litigation Arsenal with Major Recruitment from King & Spalding

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Kirkland, Illinois — Kirkland & Ellis has significantly expanded its litigation team by recruiting more than 20 attorneys from rival firm King & Spalding, enhancing its capabilities in mass tort and product liability defense. Leading the new group are partners Kristen Fournier, Kim Bueno, Morty Dubin, and John Ewald, who transitioned to Kirkland over the past week. Sources indicate that a total of 23 lawyers have committed to the move, and discussions are underway to increase this number to nearly 30, which would include partners, associates, and counsel. As part of this transition, one of … Read more

Mountain West Seeks Court Intervention to Nullify Pac 12’s Recruitment Dispute Penalties

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San Francisco, CA — In a continuing escalation between collegiate athletic conferences, the Mountain West Conference (MWC) has formally requested a San Francisco court to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the Pac-12 Conference. The lawsuit, which centers around the alleged poaching of member schools, marks a pivotal legal battle in college sports’ shifting landscape. According to documents filed last week, the MWC refutes the claims brought by the Pac-12, arguing that their recruitment of universities such as San Diego State and Southern Methodist University was lawful and transparent. These universities are slated to join the … Read more

Hayfield Secondary Triumphs in Playoff Opener Following Judicial Green Light Amid Recruitment Controversy

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Fairfax County, VA — The Hayfield Secondary School football team triumphed over Edison with a decisive 75-7 win in the first round of the playoffs, an impressive feat that came shortly after a legal decision permitted their participation post-season. This victory follows a controversial season where the team faced allegations of recruitment violations under its first-year coach, Darryl Overton. The team’s eligibility for the postseason became a subject of legal scrutiny after claims arose that Hayfield had improperly recruited a dozen players from other schools. The Virginia High School League, in response, initially banned the … Read more