Trailblazer

Legal Trailblazer Lexi J. Hazam Takes Charge as Co-Lead Counsel in Landmark Mass Tort Case

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San Francisco, Calif. — Lexi J. Hazam, a prominent partner at Lieff Cabraser, has built a distinguished career as the chair of the firm’s mass tort practice group. With over two decades of legal expertise, she has played a crucial role in a multitude of significant nationwide mass tort litigations, qui tam actions, and intricate class action lawsuits. Hazam noted that her career choice is fueled by a desire to address injustices, highlighting her strengths in oral advocacy and a dedication to ongoing learning. This passion continues to guide her work as one of the … Read more

Marquette University Welcomes Professor Felicia Caponigri: A Trailblazer in Intellectual Property and Cultural Heritage Law

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Milwaukee, Wis. — Marquette University Law School has announced the addition of Professor Felicia Caponigri, who specializes in the intersections of intellectual property and cultural studies. Her research focuses on the dynamic relationship between culture and intellectual property rights, critically examining how these rights influence public access to cultural expressions. This unique perspective encompasses various topics, including the cultural significance of family heirlooms and current pop culture trends like the color associated with Barbie or Tiffany & Co. Caponigri’s scholarship delves into a variety of legal issues ranging from trademark conflicts within the fashion industry … Read more

Trailblazer in Law: Mariana Tavares Antunes Reflects on Winning Specialist Law Firm Leader of the Year Award

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São Paulo, Brazil – Mariana Tavares Antunes, the managing partner of Wald, Antunes, Vita e Blattner Advogados, has been recognized for her exemplary leadership in the legal field, receiving this year’s Specialist Law Firm Leader of the Year Award in May. Her success as a leader sets a benchmark in Brazil’s competitive legal landscape. In a recent interview, Antunes shared insights into the strategies and values that have shaped her career. Her firm, known for its focus on dispute resolution, has garnered a strong reputation both domestically and internationally under her guidance. This recognition highlights … Read more

Trailblazer María Pilar García Guijarro Earns Prestigious WIBLA Award for Energy Law Excellence

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Madrid, Spain — María Pilar García Guijarro, currently a partner at Watson Farley & Williams and head of the firm’s Energy Sector for Europe and the Americas, was recognized at the Women in Business Law Awards EMEA 2025. She received the title of “Lawyer of the Year – Energy, Natural Resources & Mining” during a ceremony held in London on June 26. The WIBLA awards honor notable achievements by women attorneys across the EMEA region and are determined through extensive research and client feedback. At this year’s event, leading legal professionals gathered to celebrate excellence … Read more