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March 30, 2018
Media Coverage
Buzzkill? Coffee Cancer Warnings Could Go Beyond California
Associated Press March 30, 2018 "Buzzkill? Coffee cancer warnings could go beyond California" Environmental law partner James Colopy commented on a California judge's tentative ruling that coffee in the state should carry a Proposition 65 warning in stores and on...
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...
March 22, 2018
Media Coverage
What Nonprofits Need to Know About Accounting
Business.com March 22, 2018 "What Nonprofits Need to Know About Accounting" Farella tax partner Julie Treppa comments on changes in the new tax law that nonprofits should be aware of. "Under the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, a...
March 19, 2018
Announcement
JD Supra Recognizes Tyler Gerking With 2018 Readers’ Choice Award
Farella Braun + Martel is pleased to announce that Insurance Recovery Partner Tyler Gerking is the recipient of a 2018 Readers’ Choice Award by JD Supra. The 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards recognize over 240 authors (from among 50,000) who...
March 5, 2018
Accolades
James Bruen Recognized as a Trailblazer by the National Law Journal
Farella Braun + Martel LLP Partner James A. Bruen has been named to the National Law Journal ’s esteemed list of 2018 Energy and Environmental Trailblazers, highlighting 25 attorneys nationwide who continue to make their mark in the areas...
February 28, 2018
Media Coverage
Law Firms Show Clients They Know Their Business
Bloomberg Law February 28, 2018 "Law Firms Show Clients They Know Their Business" Farella client services director Dave Bruns spoke to Bloomberg Law about how law firms are increasingly establishing industry sector groups to attract clients and better address...
February 26, 2018
Media Coverage
Marijuana Businesses Persist Despite Warnings
San Francisco Daily Journal
Ryan Lowther, chair of Farella's Cannabis Industry Group, spoke to the Daily Journal about the impact of Sessions' warning memo and some of the major issues facing marijuana businesses, including banks' unwillingness to deal openly with them. In the article Mr...
February 16, 2018
Media Coverage
How to Turn Jurors Into Advocates for Your Case
Law360 February 16, 2018 "How to Turn Jurors Into Advocates for Your Case" Experienced trial lawyers James Bruen offered his insights into how to turn jurors into advocates for your case. "You could start out with only one juror on your side...
February 14, 2018
Media Coverage
4 Things Real Estate Lawyers Need To Know About Bitcoin
Law360 February 14, 2018 "4 Things Real Estate Lawyers Need to Know About Bitcoin" Said Kordestani, tax partner at Farella Braun + Martel, commented on the tax liability issue landlords face when accepting bitcoin as payment for leases. He...
February 9, 2018
Media Coverage
Apple, Cisco Venture Could Fuel Cyberinsurance Market Surge
Law360 February 9, 2018 "Apple, Cisco Venture Could Fuel Cyberinsurance Market Surge" Tyler Gerking, Farella Insurance Recovery Group chair, provided some thoughts in the article on possible coverage issues policyholders should consider. In the article, he noted that it...
January 29, 2018
Media Coverage
Cash is king — and dangerous — for marijuana businesses that lose bank accounts
The Washington Times January 29, 2018 Ryan Lowther, chair of Farella's Cannabis Industry Group, was quoted in an article on banking in the cannabis industry. Banks are reluctant to accept deposits from businesses that sell marijuana because the drug remains...
January 23, 2018
Announcement
Farella Family Wealth Attorney Lauren Galbraith Joins the Wine Country Office
SAN FRANCISCO/ST. HELENA, January 23, 2018: Farella Braun + Martel LLP is pleased to announce that Lauren Galbraith has relocated her family wealth practice to the firm’s Wine County Office in St. Helena effective February 1. “I’m excited to...
January 5, 2018
Media Coverage
Experts Weigh Legal Hurdles for Weed Entrepreneurs After Sessions' Move to Nip California's Industry in the Bud
San Francisco Business Times January 5, 2018 "Experts Weigh Legal Hurdles for Weed Entrepreneurs After Sessions' Move to Nip California's Industry in the Bud" Ryan Lowther, Farella Braun + Martel Cannabis Industry Group chair, commented on the news that...
January 4, 2018
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Names New Partners Amanda Hairston and Erik Olson
SAN FRANCISCO, January 4, 2018: Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces the election of senior associates Amanda Hairston and Erik C. Olson to the partnership effective January 1, 2018. “Congratulations to Amanda and Erik on this significant career achievement...
January 3, 2018
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Shortlisted for 2018 Benchmark Litigation Award
SAN FRANCISCO (January 3, 2018): Farella Braun + Martel has been nominated by Benchmark Litigation for a 2018 California law firm of the year award. Farella is among six firms from California to be shortlisted for this honor. The nominees...
December 14, 2017
Media Coverage
How will the federal government respond to legal retail marijuana in California?
San Francisco Business Times December 14, 2017 "How will the federal government respond to legal retail marijuana in California?" Ryan Lowther, chair of Farella Braun + Martel's Cannabis Industry Group, was quoted in this article discussing how the federal...
December 14, 2017
Media Coverage
Is California Ready to Become the Nation's Largest Legal Retail Marijuana Market?
San Francisco Business Times December 14, 2017 "Is California Ready to Become the Nation's Largest Legal Retail Marijuana Market?" Jeffrey Hamilton was quoted in this article on California's readiness to become the nation's largest retail marijuana market. In the...
December 7, 2017
Media Coverage
The Biggest Patent Cases of 2017
Law360 December 7, 2017 "The Biggest Patent Cases of 2017" Farella IP litigation partner Jim Day comments on the biggest patent cases of 2017. In the article, Mr. Day commented that TC Heartland is the “obvious choice” as the...
November 29, 2017
Media Coverage
Farella Braun + Martel Sets Things Right for Permanently Injured Bicyclist
Legal by the Bay “Farella Braun + Martel Sets Things Right for Permanently Injured Bicyclist” Farella’s Thomas Mayhew, Alex Reese and Julia Kropp represented a permanently injured bicyclist in a challenging case through the Bar Association of San Francisco’s...
November 15, 2017
Media Coverage
Micron Ruling May Spark New Wave of Venue Fights
Law360 November 15, 2017 "Micron Ruling May Spark New Wave of Venue Fights" IP litigator Jim Day commented on the Federal Circuit's decision that TC Heartland was a change in the law. Commenting on the statement in the article...
November 2, 2017
Media Coverage
Everyone’s an Expert: How Modern Juries Complicate a Case
Law360 November 2, 2017 “Everyone’s an Expert: How Modern Juries Complicate a Case” Jim Bruen, environmental litigation defense partner at Farella Braun + Martel, discusses the evolution of jury trials and tips for taking a complex case to a...
November 1, 2017
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Ranked Among “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO, November 1, 2017: Farella Braun + Martel LLP has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers 2018 “Best Law Firms” rankings. Several Farella practices were recognized both nationally and regionally. According to...
October 27, 2017
Announcement
Buzz Hines and Chris Locke Inducted as Fellows of the American College of Environmental Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO, October 27, 2017: Farella Braun + Martel LLP is proud to announce that partners Buzz Hines and Chris Locke were inducted as Fellows of the American College of Environmental Lawyers at the College’s October 2017 Annual Meeting...
October 27, 2017
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2018
SAN FRANCISCO (October 27, 2017): Farella Braun + Martel LLP is recognized in the 2018 edition of Benchmark Litigation as a “Highly Recommended” firm for litigation in California. The following Farella lawyers were recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2018: Deborah...
October 27, 2017
Media Coverage
New Informative PTAB Rulings Could Help Defeat AIA Reviews
Law360 October 27, 2017 "New Informative PTAB Rulings Could Help Defeat AIA Reviews" Farella IP litigator Dan Callaway was quoted in Law360's story on the significance of the PTAB's recent trio of "informative" rulings. Link to full article . Subscription...
October 19, 2017
Media Coverage
Recouping Losses from California Wildfires: Insurance attorneys offer advice for wine industry firms impacted by disaster
Wines & Vines October 19, 2007 "Recouping Losses from California Wildfires: Insurance attorneys offer advice for wine industry firms impacted by disaster" Insurance recovery group chair Tyler Gerking and insurance and risk-management consultant David Smith provide thoughts on maximizing...
October 12, 2017
Media Coverage
Calif. Court OKs $5.7M Award In Ukrainian Biz Row
Law360 October 11, 2017 "Calif. Court OKs $5.7M Award In Ukrainian Biz Row" A California federal judge confirmed a $5.7 million award to Ukrainian industrialist Konstantin Grigorishin and his company Dastime Group Ltd. Mr. Grigorishin and his company were...
October 12, 2017
Announcement
Leading New Markets Tax Credit Lawyer Julie Treppa Joins Farella Braun + Martel
SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 12, 2017: Farella Braun + Martel is pleased to announce the addition of Julie Treppa to its San Francisco office. Treppa joins the firm as a partner in the Tax Group. “We are delighted to welcome...
October 6, 2017
Media Coverage
Federal Circuit Rebuke of PTAB Interpretation May Aid Patentees
Law360 October 6, 2017 "Federal Circuit Rebuke of PTAB Interpretation May Aid Patentees" Jim Day commented on the Federal Circuit's decision scolding the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) for using an "unreasonably broad" reading of a patent. In...
September 29, 2017
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Advises True-Tech on Sale to Jabil
SAN FRANCISCO, September 29, 2017: Farella Braun + Martel LLP represented long-time client True-Tech Corporation, a manufacturing provider specializing in high precision machining, mechanical assembly and clean room assembly for semiconductor and aerospace customers, in its sale to Jabil...
September 26, 2017
Media Coverage
Challenged by a Housing Developer, Truchard Winery Wins Napa County Approval
Napa Valley Register September 22, 2017 "Challenged by a Housing Developer, Truchard Winery Wins Napa County Approval" Katherine Philippakis was mentioned for her work assisting long-time local grape-growing family Truchard Winery to navigate a disagreement with a housing developer to win...
September 26, 2017
Media Coverage
Tainted: Can California solve pot’s pesticide problem?
The Cannifornian September 26, 2017 "Tainted: Can California solve pot’s pesticide problem?" Buzz Hines provided commentary for the article on pesticide use and cannabis. Starting Jan. 2, when California’s legal marijuana market opens, all cannabis must be tested and most chemicals will be banned...
September 20, 2017
Media Coverage
California Lawyer Guides a Top Law Firm Into the Era of Legal Cannabis
Marijuana Venture September 2017 "California Lawyer Guides a Top Law Firm Into the Era of Legal Cannabis" Ryan Lowther, chair of Farella's Cannabis Industry Group, spoke to Patrick Wagner at Marijuana Venture . Read the interview here .
September 19, 2017
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Ranked Among "Best Midsize Law Firms to Work For" and "Best Midsize Law Firms for Diversity" by Vault
Farella Braun + Martel LLP is ranked among the 2018 Best Midsize Law Firms to Work For and Best Midsize Law Firms for Diversity by Vault, a career information website providing employee surveys of top employers, career advice, job listings and...
September 18, 2017
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Recognized in Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2017
SAN FRANCISCO, September 18, 2017: Farella Braun + Martel LLP was recognized in the 2017 edition of Chambers High Net Worth Guide in the area of Private Wealth Law in Northern California. The Chambers HNW guide is specifically aimed...
September 18, 2017
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Represents Round Table Pizza in Acquisition by Global Franchise Group
SAN FRANCISCO, September 18, 2017: Farella Braun + Martel LLP represented Round Table Pizza, Inc., a leading pizza restaurant franchisor in the Western United States, in its acquisition by Global Franchise Group, LLC (GFG), a portfolio company of Los...
September 11, 2017
Media Coverage
SunGrower & Greenhouse Q&A With Sarah Bell
Published in SunGrower & Greenhouse - Fall 2017 By Garrett Rudolph Although five years of extreme drought in California officially ended in the spring of 2017, the subject of water usage remains a hot-button issue in the Golden State...
August 22, 2017
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Represents First Solar With Development and Sale of 280 MW California Flats Solar Project
Farella Braun + Martel LLP served as project development, permitting and real estate counsel to First Solar, Inc. (FSLR) in the development and sale of First Solar’s 280 megawatt California Flats Solar Project, located on approximately 2,900 acres of...
August 17, 2017
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Represents First Solar in the Development and Sale of 40 MW Cuyama Solar Project
Farella Braun + Martel LLP served as real estate counsel to First Solar, Inc. (FSLR) with respect to the development and sale of First Solar’s 40 megawatt AC Cuyama solar project, located on approximately 320 acres of private land...
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...
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