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Jenner & Block Boosts Mass Torts Practice with Strategic Mayer Brown Team Acquisition

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Chicago — Jenner & Block has strengthened its mass torts practice by acquiring a team of attorneys from Mayer Brown. The move aims to bolster the firm’s capabilities in handling large-scale litigation, a sector that has seen a surge in demand due to ongoing legal challenges across various industries. This transition includes several seasoned litigators who bring extensive experience to Jenner & Block. Their collective expertise focuses on complex litigation involving multiple plaintiffs, which has become increasingly vital in today’s legal landscape. As companies face a wave of lawsuits, particularly related to product liability and … Read more

High-Profile Transition: Two Sustainability Lawyers Leave EY for Jones Day in Strategic Career Shift

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Two prominent sustainability lawyers have left their positions at Ernst & Young to join the international law firm Jones Day, signaling a noteworthy shift within the legal landscape focused on sustainability. Their move highlights the increasing emphasis on environmental issues in corporate legal practice and reflects the growing demand for specialized knowledge in this field. In their previous roles at Ernst & Young, both attorneys were instrumental in advancing sustainability initiatives and guiding clients through increasingly complex environmental regulations. Their departure underscores a trend as firms recognize the importance of integrating sustainability into business strategies. … Read more

Jenner & Block Bolsters Mass Torts Practice with Strategic Hire of Mayer Brown Team, Tackling PFAS Challenges Head-On

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CHICAGO — Jenner & Block has strengthened its mass torts and products liability practice by recruiting a five-lawyer team from Mayer Brown, led by partners Richard Bulger and Daniel Ring. Both attorneys bring extensive experience in handling cases involving per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly referred to as “forever chemicals,” particularly in cases involving 3M Co. Bulger and Ring will serve as co-chairs of the practice alongside existing partners Dean Panos and Joanna Wright. Their former firm, Mayer Brown, has seen them advocate for 3M in various cases across the United States. Recently, Ring appeared … Read more

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