News
October 28, 2015
Media Coverage
Sutter Health Loses Appeal to Arbitrate Antitrust Row
Law360.com
Farella Braun + Martel's John Cooper, Rod Thompson and Christopher Wheeler are representing the UFCW & Employers Benefit Trust in UFCW & Employers Benefit Trust v. Sutter Health et al. A California appeals court affirmed a lower court’s decision holding...
August 17, 2015
Announcement
The Best Lawyers in America© 2016 Lists 30 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys
SAN FRANCISCO, August 17, 2015: Thirty Farella Braun + Martel LLP attorneys were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America © 2016. Farella attorneys featured in the 2016 edition include: George T. Argyris: Trusts...
July 9, 2015
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named to 2015 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
SAN FRANCISCO (July 9, 2015) – Fifty-three Farella Braun + Martel attorneys across diverse practice areas were named to the Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists of top attorneys in Northern California for 2015. Mary McCutcheon received special recognition...
May 19, 2015
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Practice Areas, Attorneys Ranked by Chambers USA 2015
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (May 19, 2015): Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces that Chambers USA has recognized five practice areas and named 12 lawyers as leaders in their field in the legal directory’s 2015 edition. Farella’s Construction practice received...
April 8, 2015
Media Coverage
Pro Bono Q&A: How One Law Firm Is Helping a California City Curb Gun Violence
We spoke recently with Farella Braun + Martel partner Tony Schoenberg about the law firm's pro bono efforts, and, in particular, his work related to a Sunnyvale, Calif., ordinance that bans the possession of large-capacity gun magazines. Farella is...
January 5, 2015
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Named to The National Law Journal Pro Bono Hot List
SAN FRANCISCO, January 5, 2015: Farella Braun + Martel is pleased to announce that the firm has been named to The National Law Journal ’s Pro Bono Hot List. Farella is among 10 law firms in the United States recognized...
December 10, 2014
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Brings on Four Associates
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF., December 10, 2014 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP is pleased to announce the addition of four associates to its San Francisco office: Meg Manchester (Tax), Jeffrey Hamilton (Business Transactions), Matthew Cate (Business Litigation), and Julia...
November 19, 2014
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2015
SAN FRANCISCO (November 19, 2014): Farella Braun + Martel LLP is recognized in the 2015 edition of Benchmark Litigation as a “Recommended” firm for litigation in California. The following Farella lawyers were recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2015:  ...
November 3, 2014
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Earns 2015 “Best Law Firms” Rankings
San Francisco, CA – November 3, 2014: Several Farella Braun + Martel LLP practices were recognized in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers 2015 “Best Law Firms” rankings. The rankings are based on client and peer evaluations and information...
August 18, 2014
Announcement
Best Lawyers in America® 2015 Recognizes 29 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys: Two Selected Among San Francisco Lawyers of the Year
SAN FRANCISCO, August 18, 2014: Twenty-nine Farella Braun + Martel LLP attorneys were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America ® 2015 edition. Additionally, two Farella partners have earned Lawyer of the Year honors...
July 21, 2014
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named to 2014 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
SAN FRANCISCO (July 21, 2014) – Fifty Farella Braun + Martel attorneys across diverse practice areas were named to the Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists of top attorneys in Northern California for 2014. Three Farella attorneys received special...
May 23, 2014
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Practice Areas, Attorneys Ranked by Chambers USA 2014
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (May 23, 2014): Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces that Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized six practice areas and named 12 lawyers as leaders in their field in the legal directory’s 2014...
April 8, 2014
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Files Lawsuit to Hold Down Healthcare Costs
Complaint alleges that Sutter engages in anticompetitive practices that result in overcharges of nearly 40% to employers for the same services offered by competing hospitals. San Francisco (April 8, 2014): Farella Braun + Martel LLP today joined several...
March 5, 2014
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Leads City of Sunnyvale to Win Significant Ruling in Gun Safety Ordinance Case
SAN FRANCISCO, March 05, 2014 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP has represented the City of Sunnyvale in its successful opposition to a case challenging the City’s new gun safety ordinance banning large capacity firearm magazines. Today, the judge...
February 3, 2014
Announcement
Chandra Russell Joins Farella’s Business Litigation Group
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 3, 2014 : Farella Braun + Martel LLP adds Chandra S. Russell as an associate to its Business Litigation Group. Russell has represented individuals and corporations in complex litigation matters, mediation and trial in both state...
January 14, 2014
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Names New Partners Ryan Lowther and Christopher Wheeler
SAN FRANCISCO, January 14, 2014 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces the elevations of two senior associates to the partnership. The new partners are Ryan Lowther and Christopher Wheeler. “We congratulate Ryan and Chris on this achievement...
November 21, 2013
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2014
SAN FRANCISCO (November 21, 2013): Farella Braun + Martel LLP is recognized in the 2014 edition of Benchmark Litigation as a “Recommended” firm for litigation in California. The following Farella lawyers were recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2014: Robert...
November 1, 2013
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Honored with 2014 “Best Law Firms” Rankings
San Francisco , CA – November 1, 2013: Several Farella Braun + Martel LLP practices were recognized in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers 2014 “Best Law Firms” rankings. Earning the highest level recognition, Farella’s Construction, Environmental and Mass...
October 11, 2013
Announcement
Jerome Braun Received 2013 Hazelden Excellence in Legal Community Leadership Award
SAN FRANCISCO, October 11, 2013: Farella Braun + Martel Founding Partner Jerome I. Braun is the recipient of the Hazelden Legal Professionals Program’s second annual “Hazelden Excellence in Legal Community Leadership Award.” The award recognizes Braun’s dedication and passionate...
August 15, 2013
Announcement
Best Lawyers in America® 2014 Recognizes 28 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys; Three Named “Lawyers of the Year”
SAN FRANCISCO, August 15, 2013: Twenty-eight Farella Braun + Martel LLP attorneys were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America ® 2014. Additionally, three Farella partners have been recognized as a 2014 Lawyer of...
July 9, 2013
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named to 2013 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
SAN FRANCISCO (July 9, 2013): Fifty Farella Braun + Martel attorneys across diverse practice areas were named to the Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists of top attorneys in Northern California for 2013. Two Farella attorneys received special recognition...
April 5, 2013
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Names William Keane Chair of Complex Litigation Department
SAN FRANCISCO, April 5, 2013 – Farella Braun + Martel has appointed Partner William P. Keane to chair its Complex Litigation Department. Keane will oversee the firm’s Business Litigation, Employment and White Collar Crime and Internal Corporate Investigations practice...
February 11, 2013
Media Coverage
The Barry Bonds case: Federal judges to hear home run king's appeal Wednesday
San Jose Mercury Times February 9, 2013 “The Barry Bonds case: Federal judges to hear home run king's appeal Wednesday” Farella Braun + Martel's William Keane commented on the federal appeals court judges’ perspective of Barry Bond’s conviction for...
November 21, 2012
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2013
SAN FRANCISCO (November 21, 2012): Farella Braun + Martel LLP has been recognized in the 2013 edition of Benchmark Litigation as a “Recommended” firm for litigation in California. A publication of Euromoney/Legal Media Group, Benchmark Litigation is the only...
November 1, 2012
Accolades
Farella Practices Earn Top Level National 2013 U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” Rankings
San Francisco, CA – November 1, 2012: Several Farella Braun + Martel LLP practices received top honors in the 2013 U.S. News - Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” rankings. The firm’s Construction and Environmental practices earned National Tier One level...
July 6, 2012
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Recognized As Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
SAN FRANCISCO (July 6, 2012) – Forty-two Farella Braun + Martel attorneys from diverse practice areas were named to the Super Lawyers–Rising Stars list of top attorneys in Northern California for 2012. Two Farella attorneys received special recognition. Deborah...
June 7, 2012
Accolades
Chambers USA 2012 Recognizes Farella Braun + Martel Lawyers, Practices
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (June 7, 2012): Farella Braun + Martel announces that Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized 13 lawyers and seven practice areas in its 2012 edition. Nationally, Chambers USA recognized Farella’s Construction and Food...
May 7, 2012
Accolades
Farella Named Among the 2012 Go-To Law Firms for Litigation
Farella Braun + Martel has been named a 2012 Go-To Law Firm in Corporate Counsel magazine’s ninth annual survey of in-house counsel at the top Fortune 500 companies. Farella was selected as a Go-To Law Firm for Litigation.  ...
January 12, 2012
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Names New Partners Racheal Turner and Erica Villanueva
SAN FRANCISCO , January 12, 2012 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP has elevated two attorneys to partner: Racheal Turner and Erica Villanueva. “We are thrilled to welcome Racheal and Erica to our partnership. These outstanding lawyers have...
November 28, 2011
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Adds Intellectual Property and Business Litigation Attorneys
SAN FRANCISCO (November 28, 2011) : Farella Braun + Martel LLP has added Benjamin Geiger as an associate in its Business Litigation Practice Group and Daniel Callaway and Erik Olson as associates in its Intellectual Property and Technology Practice...
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