News
October 31, 2018
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2019
SAN FRANCISCO (October 31, 2018): Farella Braun + Martel LLP continues to be ranked among the top litigation firms in California by Benchmark Litigation . In its 2019 edition, Farella is ranked “Highly Recommended” for litigation in California and...
October 24, 2018
Media Coverage
Women on Boards: New Law Could Shape the Makeup of CRE Boardrooms
Bisnow October 24, 2018 "Women on Boards: New Law Could Shape the Makeup of CRE Boardrooms" Holly Sutton, employment law partner at Farella, commented in the article on the impact of California SB 826 on the commercial real estate...
August 15, 2018
Accolades
44 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© 2019
SAN FRANCISCO/ST. HELENA, August 15, 2018: Forty-four Farella Braun + Martel LLP attorneys were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2019 edition of The Best Lawyers in America© . Two Farella attorneys earned “Lawyer of the Year&rdquo...
July 10, 2018
Accolades
48 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named to 2018 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
SAN FRANCISCO (July 10, 2018): Forty eight 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 2018. Farella attorneys named among 2018 Northern...
May 16, 2018
Media Coverage
New Restrictions on Employers in California, Potentially Other States, Mean ‘Significant Changes’ to Hiring Practices
Cook County Record May 16, 2018 "New Restrictions on Employers in California, Potentially Other States, Mean ‘Significant Changes’ to Hiring Practices" Farella employment attorney Rebecca Stephens discussed two new California employment laws, which prevent employers from looking at either...
April 23, 2018
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Names New Litigation Practice Leaders
SAN FRANCISCO, April 23, 2018: Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces the appointment of new litigation practice area leadership. Partner Thomas B. Mayhew has been promoted to chair of the Complex Litigation Department, which includes the Business Litigation, Employment...
March 27, 2018
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Advises World Energy on Its Acquisition of California Renewable Fuel Assets
San Francisco, March 27, 2018: Farella Braun + Martel LLP represented World Energy, LLC , one of the largest advanced biofuel suppliers in North America, in its acquisition of Delek US Holdings, Inc.’s interests in renewable jet fuel and...
August 15, 2017
Accolades
41 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© 2018
SAN FRANCISCO/ST. HELENA, August 15, 2017: Forty-one Farella Braun + Martel LLP attorneys were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2018 edition of The Best Lawyers in America © . George T. Argyris: Trusts and Estates Deborah...
July 7, 2017
Accolades
50 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named to 2017 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
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 2017. Farella attorneys named among 2017 Northern California Super Lawyers: George Argyris...
July 8, 2016
Accolades
53 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named to 2016 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
SAN FRANCISCO (July 8, 2016) – 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 2016. Farella attorneys named among 2016...
May 2, 2016
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Represents Huneeus Vintners in Constellation Brands Deal
SAN FRANCISCO, May 2, 2016: Farella Braun + Martel LLP represented Huneeus Vintners, a Napa-based fine wine company, in its $285 million sale of The Prisoner Wine Company’s portfolio of luxury wine brands to Constellation Brands, Inc. The transaction...
March 30, 2016
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Launches Cannabis Industry Practice
SAN FRANCISCO, Mar. 30, 2016: Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces the launch of a practice group dedicated to one of the fastest growing industries in the U.S.: the Cannabis Industry Practice . The practice is led by Transactional...
March 30, 2016
Media Coverage
San Francisco Firm Starts Cannabis Practice Group
Daily Journal March 30, 2016 "San Francisco Firm Starts Cannabis Practice Group" Farella Braun + Martel formally launches a Cannabis Industry Practice Group, making it one of the largest and most prominent firms to wade into the practice area. Business...
November 23, 2015
Media Coverage
California Employers Face High Threat of Liability
North Bay Business Journal
North Bay Business Journal November 23, 2015 "California Employers Face High Threat of Liability" Holly Sutton, employment partner at Farella Braun + Martel, comments on the risks of employment lawsuits and best practices to minimize the risks and cost...
October 14, 2015
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Assists Treasury Wine Estates in Its Acquisition of Diageo's Wine Business
Farella Braun + Martel served as U.S. counsel to Treasury Wine Estates Ltd. in its acquisition of Diageo Plc’s U.S. wine operations. The Farella deal team was led by business transactions partner Daniel Cohn and included business transactions attorneys Jeffrey...
October 6, 2015
Media Coverage
Employment Lawyers Brace for Fair Pay Act
The Recorder October 6, 2015 "Employment Lawyers Brace for Fair Pay Act" Farella Braun + Martel employment law partner Douglas Dexter provided commentary on the impact of California's Fair Pay Act on employers. According to the article, Mr. Dexter said he'll...
July 9, 2015
Announcement
Douglas Dexter Elected Fellow of College of Labor & Employment Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO (July 9, 2015): Farella Braun + Martel LLP congratulates veteran Employment Partner Douglas Dexter on his induction as a Fellow to the prestigious College of Labor & Employment Lawyers. The College of Labor & Employment Lawyers...
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...
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...
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...
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...
July 13, 2011
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Recognized As Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
SAN FRANCISCO (July 13, 2011) - Forty-one Farella Braun + Martel attorneys from diverse practice areas were named to the Super Lawyers-Rising Stars list of top attorneys in Northern California for 2011. Three Farella Braun + Martel attorneys received...
October 26, 2010
Announcement
The Doctors Company, Advised by Farella Braun + Martel, Completes Acquisition of American Physicians Capital for $386 Million
SAN FRANCISCO (October 25, 2010) - Farella Braun + Martel advised The Doctors Company, the nation's largest insurer of physician and surgeon medical liability, in its $386 million acquisition of American Physicians Capital, Inc. (APCapital) (NASDAQ: ACAP), a major...
July 15, 2010
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Listed As Northern California Super Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO (July 15, 2010) - Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces that 25 attorneys from diverse practice areas were selected for inclusion in the 2010 Northern California Super Lawyers list published by Law & Politics. Four Farella Braun...
July 12, 2010
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Assists The Doctors Company in $386 Million Acquisition of American Physicians Capital, Inc.
Combination creates one of the largest professional liability companies in the nation San Francisco (July 12, 2010) - Farella Braun + Martel advised The Doctors Company, the largest national insurer of physician and surgeon medical liability, in acquiring American...
June 11, 2010
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Wins Partial Summary Judgment Motion on Fair Labor Standards Act Claims in Class Action Suit
First reported decision addressing whether a precious metals distributor qualified for the retail sales exemption San Francisco (June 11, 2010) - Farella Braun + Martel has won a victory for Monex Deposit Company, a seller of precious metals, in...
July 28, 2009
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Listed As Northern California Super Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO (July 28, 2009) - Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces that 24 attorneys from diverse practice areas were selected for inclusion in the 2009 Northern California Super Lawyers list published by Law & Politics. Three Farella Braun...
February 2, 2009
Media Coverage
Calls to Curb Executive Compensation Echo Widely
Employment Law360 February 2, 2009 "Calls to Curb Executive Compensation Echo Widely" Farella Braun + Martel's Doug Dexter quoted on potential federal limits on executive compensation and bonuses.
November 24, 2008
Media Coverage
California's high court to decide break rules
North Bay Business Journal November 24, 2008 "California's high court to decide break rules" Farella Braun +Martel's Doug Dexter is quoted on an upcoming California Supreme Court decision that could drastically change how wage and hour disputes are decided.
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