March 28, 2013
Media Coverage
Stockton's Lawyers Make Final Pitches for Bankruptcy
San Francisco Chronicle March 28, 2013 "Stockton's Lawyers Make Final Pitches for Bankruptcy" Gary Kaplan, special counsel in Farella Braun + Martel's Restructuring, Insolvency & Creditors Rights Group, commented.
March 15, 2013
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Law and Justice Credit Recovery Program at Thurgood Marshall High School Welcomes Judge Thelton Henderson
SAN FRANCISCO, March 15, 2013: Farella Braun + Martel is proud to announce that senior district court judge and civil rights leader Thelton Henderson will take part in the Farella Braun + Martel Law and Justice Credit Recovery Program...
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...
January 31, 2013
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel’s 50th Anniversary Benefits Local Communities
Firm Marks Milestone with Year-Long Dedication to Community Service and Reaches 50 Hour Challenge Goal SAN FRANCISCO, January 31, 2013 – On February 1, 2012, Farella Braun + Martel LLP celebrated its 50th Anniversary with a dedication to...
January 10, 2013
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Names New Partners Deepak Gupta and Sarah Peterman
SAN FRANCISCO, January 10, 2013 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP has elevated two attorneys to partner: Deepak Gupta and Sarah Peterman. “We are thrilled to welcome Deepak and Sarah to our partnership,” said firm chairman Steve Lowenthal. “They...
January 7, 2013
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Receives First Annual Dell Legal Diversity Award
SAN FRANCISCO, January 07, 2013 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP has been honored with the inaugural Dell Legal Diversity Award. The award, which recognizes a law firm that embraces diversity initiatives, seeks to encourage Dell’s outside law firms...
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 13, 2012
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Named One of Working Mother & Flex-Time Lawyers “50 Best Law Firms for Women”
SAN FRANCISCO (November 13, 2012): Working Mother today named Farella Braun + Martel LLP as one of the 2012 Working Mother and Flex-Time Lawyers “50 Best Law Firms for Women.” The award recognizes law firms for their family-friendly...
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...
September 6, 2012
Media Coverage
San Jose Office Complex Scores Financing
Daily Journal September 6, 2012 "San Jose Office Complex Scores Financing" Greg Shean represented the borrower in a $46 million office complex financing deal in San Jose, California.
August 30, 2012
Media Coverage
San Francisco Office and Restaurant Space Wins $32 Million Refinancing
Daily Journal August 30, 2012 “San Francisco Office and Restaurant Space Wins $32 Million Refinancing” Farella Braun + Martel’s Real Estate partner, Anthony Ratner, represented the borrower.
August 27, 2012
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Takes Top Honors in The Recorder’s “The Best” Poll
SAN FRANCISCO (August 27, 2012): Farella Braun + Martel is pleased to announce that it received first-place honors in the Environmental Practice Group and Trusts & Estates Practice Group categories and second place in the Intellectual Property Practice Group category...
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 29, 2012
Accolades
Katherine Philippakis Receives 2012 Women in Business Award from the North Bay Business Journal
SAN FRANCISCO / ST. HELENA, CALIF., June 29, 2012 – Farella Braun + Martel Partner Katherine Philippakis received a 2012 Women in Business Award from the North Bay Business Journal at a gala reception and dinner on June 28...
June 28, 2012
Media Coverage
Calif. Pre-Bankruptcy Law Gets Test Run In Stockton Ch. 9 Case
Law360 - Bankruptcy June 28, 2012 "Calif. Prebankruptcy Law Gets Test Run In Stockton Ch. 9 Case" Farella Braun + Martel's Gary Kaplan commented on the AB 506 process in the Stockton, Calif. pre-bankruptcy proceedings.
June 28, 2012
Media Coverage
Stockton a Test Case for Bankruptcy Mediation Law
The Daily Journal June 29, 2012 "Stockton a Test Case for Bankruptcy Mediation Law" Farella Braun + Martel's Gary Kaplan commented on the AB 506 process that cities are now required to go through before they may pursue protection through bankruptcy...
June 19, 2012
Media Coverage
As With Bonds, Clemens Case Ends Badly for Government
USA Today June 19, 2012 "As With Bonds, Clemens Case Ends Badly for Government" Farella Braun + Martel's William Keane commented on the outcome of the government's case against Roger Clemens, who was accused of lying about his use of performance-enhancing...
June 14, 2012
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Earns Gold Standard Certification from Women in Law Empowerment Forum
SAN FRANCISCO (June 14, 2012): Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces that it has received Gold Standard Certification from the Women in Law Empowerment Forum (WILEF). The certification is awarded to law firms that have successfully integrated women partners...
June 11, 2012
Accolades
Farella Named Among the Leading Intellectual Property Practices by The Recorder
SAN FRANCISCO (June 11, 2012): Farella Braun + Martel’s Intellectual Property Litigation Department was recognized among the “Leading Intellectual Property Practices” in the San Francisco Bay Area by The Recorder . Farella’s Intellectual Property Litigation Department handles complex patent...
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 31, 2012
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Assists Zep Solar Settle Patent Infringement Suit Against Westinghouse Solar
SAN FRANCISCO, May 31, 2012: Farella Braun + Martel announced today that its client Zep Solar has reached a confidential settlement in its multi-year patent infringement dispute with Westinghouse Solar. Farella represented Zep Solar in patent infringement proceedings in...
May 31, 2012
Media Coverage
Zep, Westinghouse Call Truce In Solar Panel IP War
Law360 May 31, 3012 “Zep, Westinghouse Call Truce In Solar Panel IP War” Farella Braun & Martel LLP represented Zep Solar Inc. Click here for complete article (password protected).
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. ...
April 30, 2012
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel’s Diversity Scholarship Program Aids Minority First-Year Law Students
SAN FRANCISCO, Apr. 30, 2012 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces the recipients of its annual Diversity Scholarships. The firm has awarded $5,000 to five diverse first-year students at Bay Area law schools, totaling $25,000. "We are thrilled...
April 25, 2012
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Named One of the 2012 Best Places to Work in the Bay Area
SAN FRANCISCO (April 25, 2012): Farella Braun + Martel LLP was named one of the “Best Places to Work” in the Bay Area for the eighth consecutive year by the San Francisco Business Times and the Silicon Valley/San Jose...
April 23, 2012
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Named to The National Law Journal’s “Midsize Hot List”
SAN FRANCISCO (April 23, 2012): Farella Braun + Martel LLP is one of 20 law firms across the United States recognized in The National Law Journal ’s “Midsize Hot List.” The “Midsize Hot List” spotlights law firms with 50...
April 20, 2012
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel’s Jeff Fisher Named Among the Daily Journal’s Top 75 IP Litigators in California
SAN FRANCISCO (April 20, 2012): Farella Braun + Martel announces that Partner Jeffrey M. Fisher has been named among the Daily Journal ’s “Top 75 Intellectual Property Litigators” in the state for 2012. The Daily Journal recognized Fisher, along...
April 11, 2012
Accolades
Farella’s Eugene Mar Recognized Among “Lawyers on the Fast Track”
SAN FRANCISCO, April 11, 2012 – The Recorder has named Farella Braun + Martel Intellectual Property Litigation Partner Eugene Y. Mar to its inaugural list of 50 "Fast Track" lawyers, recognizing California attorneys whose early accomplishments indicate they will...
April 9, 2012
Accolades
Farella Recognized Among the Leading Environmental Practices in the San Francisco Bay Area by The Recorder
Farella Braun + Martel’s Environmental Law Department was recognized by The Recorder in its go-to list of 10 “Leading Environmental Practices” in the San Francisco Bay Area. Farella’s Environmental Law Department has a diverse skill set in complex environmental law and...
March 1, 2012
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Title Sponsor of Bay Area Real Estate Deals of the Year Awards
SAN FRANCISCO, March 1, 2012 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP is again proud to join the San Francisco Business Times as the title sponsor of Bay Area Real Estate Deals of the Year Awards. The awards honor...
February 29, 2012
Announcement
Farella Assists American Conservatory Theater Acquire Historic Strand Theatre
SAN FRANCISCO (February 29, 2012): Farella Braun + Martel assisted the American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) in its acquisition and development of the historic Strand Theatre in San Francisco, the latest major step toward the development and revitalization of...
February 1, 2012
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Celebrates 50 Years and Counting
SAN FRANCISCO, February 1, 2012 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP ( www.fbm.com ) proudly celebrates its 50 th Anniversary today. “As we celebrate our 50-year anniversary, it’s a good time to reflect on how far we’ve come...
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...
December 22, 2011
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Represents Zep Solar in Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Westinghouse Solar, Light Way, Others
SAN FRANCISCO, December 22, 2011: Farella Braun + Martel LLP is Zep Solar Inc.’s counsel in a patent infringement lawsuit against Westinghouse Solar, Inc. (“Westinghouse” NASDAQ: WEST), Light Way Solar and three other parties, which was filed yesterday in...
December 16, 2011
Media Coverage
Barry Bonds Gets Two-Year Probation, Plus House Arrest
USA Today
"Barry Bonds Gets Two-Year Probation, Plus House Arrest" Farella Braun + Martel's William Keane commented on the sentencing.
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...
November 21, 2011
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2012
SAN FRANCISCO (November 21, 2011): Benchmark Litigation 2012 ranks Farella Braun + Martel among the best litigation firms in California. A publication of Euromoney/Legal Media Group, Benchmark Litigation is the only publication on the market to focus exclusively...
November 14, 2011
Accolades
Policyholder Perspective Blog Named Among LexisNexis Insurance Law Community’s Top Insurance Blogs for 2011
SAN FRANCISCO (November 14, 2011) – Farella Braun + Martel is pleased to announce that its Policyholder Perspective blog was selected by the LexisNexis Insurance Law Community (ILC) as one of the Top Insurance Blogs for 2011. According...
November 1, 2011
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Practices Earn Top Rankings by U.S. News and Best Lawyers in 2011-2012 “Best Law Firms”
San Francisco , CA – November 1, 2011: Several Farella Braun + Martel LLP practices received top honors in the 2011-2012 U.S. News / Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” rankings. The firm’s Construction and Environmental practices earned National...
October 19, 2011
Announcement
The Doctors Company, Advised by Farella Braun + Martel, Completes Acquisition of FPIC Insurance Group for $362 Million
SAN FRANCISCO (October 19, 2011): Farella Braun + Martel advised Napa-based The Doctors Company, the country's largest insurer of physician and surgeon medical professional liability, in its $362 million purchase of FPIC Insurance Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: FPIC), a...
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