Welcomes

PRA Welcomes Six New Lawyers, Including Three Partners, Boosting Lisbon Office Expertise in Key Legal Sectors

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Lisbon, Portugal — PRA – Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados has announced a significant expansion, integrating six lawyers from PVA Legal, including three partners. This move is aimed at bolstering its expertise in key areas such as real estate, tax, litigation, and employment, according to officials at the firm. Filipe Pimenta has joined PRA as a partner overseeing the real estate division in Lisbon. He brings over two decades of legal experience, having held prominent roles including president of the Cascais Delegation of the Portuguese Bar Association and vice-president of the General Council of the … Read more

Bird & Bird Welcomes Charles-Henri Caron as New Partner in Paris, Enhancing Life Sciences Expertise Following 16 Years at Hogan Lovells

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Paris, France — Charles-Henri Caron has transitioned to Bird & Bird as a partner in its life sciences and healthcare practice, marking a significant career shift after 16 years at Hogan Lovells. His new role officially commenced on September 15. Caron’s move brings a wealth of experience in product liability to his new position. He previously served as counsel within Hogan Lovells’ international life sciences team, where he built a strong reputation for his expertise in handling complex legal issues related to product liability and mass torts. At Bird & Bird, Caron will focus on … Read more

Rutgers Law School Welcomes Diverse First-Year Class of Nearly 500 Aspiring Legal Professionals

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Camden, New Jersey — Rutgers Law School welcomes nearly 500 students into its incoming class this fall, showcasing a vibrant blend of experiences and aspirations from diverse backgrounds. The students, who will study at both the Camden and Newark campuses, reflect the institution’s commitment to access and academic excellence, with many arriving from fields such as business, education, and journalism. Among the new students is Olivia Brintlinger-Conn, who previously worked as a legal advocate for SeniorLAW Center in Philadelphia. Coming from Yellow Springs, Ohio, Brintlinger-Conn holds degrees in International Studies and Archaeology from Bryn Mawr … Read more

Legal Powerhouses: Mayer Brown Welcomes Top Trial Attorneys Davina Pujari and Chris Rheinheimer to Boost California Litigation Team

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SAN FRANCISCO – Mayer Brown has bolstered its Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice in San Francisco with the addition of partners Davina Pujari and Chris Rheinheimer, both of whom previously practiced at WilmerHale. Their expertise, particularly in areas such as environmental law, product liability, and mass torts, is expected to significantly enhance the firm’s offerings. Michael Olsen, who leads the firm’s practice group, expressed enthusiasm about the new arrivals. He noted that their extensive trial backgrounds and specialized knowledge in environmental and mass tort law will strengthen the firm’s ability to tackle high-stakes disputes for … Read more