Former Dentons Innovator Joe Cohen Joins Charles Russell Speechlys to Lead Advanced Client Solutions and Launch Profitable Software Products

LONDON, UK – Joe Cohen, the former mastermind behind Dentons’ successful legal tech project, FleetAI, has recently joined Charles Russell Speechlys (CRS) as the Director of Advanced Client Solutions (ACS). CRS, known for its work in private client services, finance, and real estate, aims to enhance its legal work delivery with the establishment of ACS. This move reflects a broader trend among top-tier law firms, as ACS incorporates Solution Development, Legal Tech & AI, Legal Project Management, Alternative Delivery, and Process Improvement. One notable aspect of ACS is its plan to develop and sell its … Read more

Otterbourg P.C. Launches Specialized Mass Tort Bankruptcy Practice Group to Provide Comprehensive Legal Solutions

New York, NY – In a significant development, Otterbourg P.C., a prominent law firm based in New York, has announced the official launch of its Mass Tort Bankruptcy Practice Group. Led by highly experienced experts in the field, Sunni P. Beville and Adam C. Silverstein, along with the guidance of retired Chief Judge Melanie Cyganowski, the group aims to provide comprehensive legal services to creditors and fiduciaries involved in mass tort bankruptcy cases. With a strong foundation in mass tort bankruptcy, Otterbourg has been involved in pivotal cases such as In re LTL Management LLC … Read more

Unlocking Solutions: How Loss Portfolio Transfers Could Revolutionize Mass Tort Cases

NEW YORK (AP) — Loss portfolio transfers have emerged as a creative tool for organizations and insurers to manage large risk pools and resolve liabilities in a fair and efficient manner. These reinsurance contracts involve ceding legacy liabilities to a reinsurer, who assumes and accepts the current and future claim liabilities. In exchange, the ceding entity agrees to pay the reinsurer for the reserves. While loss portfolio transfers are not yet common in mass tort litigation, a growing number of insurers and self-insured defendants are exploring this option to address their liabilities. One example of … Read more

Experienced Environmental Attorney Robert D. Cox Jr. Named Go-To Lawyer in Massachusetts, Offering Solutions to Complex Compliance Challenges

FRAMINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS – Robert D. Cox Jr., an attorney at Bowditch & Dewey law firm, has been recognized as a Go To Environmental Lawyer by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. Cox brings over 35 years of experience in handling complex environmental compliance and enforcement actions in Massachusetts. His expertise lies in advising businesses, public utilities, and municipal authorities on matters before the EPA and MassDEP, as well as providing guidance on NPDES permitting, brownfield development activities, and emerging contaminants. Cox’s impressive credentials include serving as the past chair of the Environmental Business Council of New England and … Read more