Team

Akin Gump Continues to Expand its Legal Team with the Addition of a Financial Restructuring Lawyer from Paul Hastings

by

New York, NY – Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, a leading global law firm, has once again tapped into the talent pool at Paul Hastings LLP to bolster its financial restructuring team. The addition of a highly skilled lawyer aims to strengthen Akin’s capabilities in handling complex corporate reorganization cases. The new hire, whose identity has not been disclosed, brings a wealth of experience in handling financial restructuring matters. This move underscores Akin’s commitment to expanding its expertise in this area and providing top-notch legal services to its clients. Financial restructuring involves assisting … Read more

Litigation Lawyer Justin VandenBout Joins Norton Rose Fulbright’s Houston Team, Enhancing their Products, Pharma, Medical, and Mass Tort Practice

by

HOUSTON, TX – Norton Rose Fulbright, a global law firm, has recently added litigator Justin VandenBout as a partner to their Products, Pharma, Medical, and Mass Tort practice team. VandenBout, who previously worked at Chamberlain Hrdlicka, brings with him a diverse range of litigation experience, specializing in commercial litigation, product liability, insurance coverage, and mass tort cases. He has represented clients on both sides of legal disputes in federal and state courts throughout the United States, demonstrating his ability to handle a wide array of cases. VandenBout’s expertise and dedication to his clients have earned … Read more

Family Files Federal Lawsuit Against St. Louis County SWAT Team for Violating Constitutional Rights in Ferguson Raid

by

FERGUSON, Mo. (AP) – A Ferguson family has filed a federal lawsuit accusing a St. Louis County SWAT team of violating their rights during a search warrant raid last May. The lawsuit, filed by Lindell Briscoe and Brittany Shamily, alleges damages over the use of excessive force, unjust detention, the deployment of SWAT without constitutional justification, Monell liability, and violation of the Sunshine Act. Represented by attorneys Bevis Schock and Erich Veith, Briscoe, Shamily, and their five minor children are seeking legal action against St. Louis County and the detective who ordered the raid. To … Read more

Baltimore Orioles Owner Peter Angelos Passes Away at 94, Leaving Legacy of Controversy and Struggles for the Team

by

Baltimore, Maryland – Prominent Baltimore Orioles owner Peter G. Angelos passed away at the age of 94, announced the team on Saturday. Known as a billionaire personal injury attorney, Angelos played a crucial role in keeping the Orioles in Baltimore. However, his tenure was marked by a strained relationship with the fan base. The cause of his death was not disclosed, although he had been in poor health for several years. Growing up in Baltimore’s Highlandtown neighborhood as the son of Greek immigrants, Angelos began his career in politics, winning elected office at the age … Read more