Linklaters Strengthens Latin American Practice with Key Promotions in Washington, DC and Mexico Team

Washington, D.C. — Linklaters, a leading international law firm, has significantly strengthened its position in Latin America by promoting key personnel within its ranks. The firm announced the elevation of one of its Washington, D.C.-based lawyers to partner, alongside the promotion of the associate who heads its Mexico desk to the role of counsel. This strategic enhancement of the firm’s Latin American group comes as Linklaters continues to focus on expanding its influence and capabilities across the region. These promotions are part of a broader initiative to deepen the firm’s expertise in Latin American legal … Read more

Epiq Strengthens Class Action and Fraud Prevention Sectors with Tom Davis as New Chief of Staff

NEW YORK — Epiq, a global leader in legal services and technology, announced the appointment of Tom Davis as Chief of Staff for its Class Action, Remediation, and Mass Tort business unit, confirmed on Tuesday. Davis brings a wealth of experience in operations and fraud prevention to a role critical for overseeing the intricate dynamics of class action suits and large-scale legal remedies. Previously, Davis held the position of vice president of operations and fraud prevention at Garden City Group (GCG), known for its robust administration of class actions before its acquisition by Epiq in … Read more

Ohio Strengthens Laws Against Child Grooming as Controversial Ex-Priest Nears Release

Columbus, Ohio — Ohio’s new legislation aimed at intensifying penalties for sexual predators who groom children mirrors a pressing societal need for increased child protection. This commitment to safety coincides with the imminent release from prison of a former Cincinnati priest, Geoff Drew, originally incarcerated for sexually assaulting a young boy in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The law arrives at a critical juncture, just as Drew, whose 2021 guilty plea to rape charges shocked the community, had his request to avoid registering as a sex offender denied by a Hamilton County judge. This … Read more

Miura & Partners Strengthens U.S. Operations with New Seattle Office to Serve Expanding Japanese Business Interests

Tokyo-based Miura & Partners is making strides in the U.S. market with the opening of a new office in Seattle, which comes shortly after establishing a presence in San Francisco in 2023. This strategic expansion aims to strengthen the firm’s outreach on the West Coast, a key region for business between the U.S. and Japan. The establishment of the Seattle branch was primarily influenced by the increase in Japanese companies looking to expand their operations in the U.S. The firm, through Miura & Partners US, its strategic partner, intends to capitalize on this trend by … Read more