October 11, 2022
Announcement
Farella Recognized by Leadership Council on Legal Diversity as a 2022 Compass Award Winner
Farella Braun + Martel is proud to announce it has been named a 2022 Compass Award winner for the third year in a row by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD), recognizing law firms and corporations who show...
October 6, 2022
Announcement
Tim Horgan-Kobelski Named a Rising Star in IP by Managing IP
Farella Braun + Martel is proud to announce that Tim Horgan-Kobelski has been named among Managing IP ’s Rising Stars in IP for 2022. The special publication recognizes some of the best up-and-coming intellectual property practitioners in private practice who...
October 3, 2022
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2023
Farella Braun + Martel continues to be ranked among the top litigation firms in California in the Benchmark Litigation 2023 guide. Farella was ranked “Highly Recommended” for Dispute Resolution in California and earned a Tier 1 San Francisco ranking...
September 29, 2022
Announcement
Lawyers on the Fast Track: Aviva Gilbert and Janice Reicher
Northern California legal powerhouse Farella Braun + Martel is proud to announce that partners Aviva J. Gilbert and Janice W. Reicher were named among The Recorder ’s “Lawyers on the Fast Track” as part of the publication’s 2022 California...
September 29, 2022
Announcement
William Keane Elected Regent of the American College of Trial Lawyers
Northern California legal powerhouse Farella Braun + Martel is proud to announce that Partner William P. Keane has been elected to the American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL) Board of Regents to serve Region 2 (California-Northern, Nevada) for a...
September 27, 2022
Media Coverage
New Law Will Expand Pay Transparency Requirements in California
The Recorder
Holly Sutton and Hillary Marks spoke to The Recorder about California's pay transparency act, SB 1162, for the article "New Law Will Expand Pay Transparency Requirements in California." Read the article here (subscription required). Starting January 1, 2023, employers...
September 14, 2022
Announcement
Who’s Who Legal 2022 Recognizes Farella Lawyers
Five Farella Braun + Martel lawyers have been recommended by Who’s Who Legal 2022 as leading practitioners in their fields. Who’s Who Legal – Environment 2022 James Colopy – Environment Robert Hines – Environment David Lazerwitz – Environment Chris...
September 13, 2022
Announcement
Jeff Hamilton Listed Among Top 200 Cannabis Lawyers by Cannabis Law Report
Farella Partner Jeff Hamilton has been listed among the Global Top 200 Cannabis Lawyers 2022/2023 by Cannabis Law Report. In his cannabis practice, Jeff represents investors and investment funds, cultivators, manufacturers, distributors, and ancillary businesses in commercial transactions and general...
August 24, 2022
Media Coverage
Farella Braun's Doug Dexter on New ABA Role
Law360 Pulse
Doug Dexter was recently elected chair of the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Labor and Employment Law Section. He spoke to Law360 about his plans for the role, issues affecting labor and employment lawyers, and his advice for how younger attorneys...
August 22, 2022
Announcement
Karen Kimmey Named Fellow of Litigation Counsel of America
Northern California legal powerhouse Farella Braun + Martel is proud to announce that Partner Karen Kimmey has been selected as a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America (LCA). Karen litigates a wide variety of commercial disputes, with particular...
August 18, 2022
Announcement
50 Farella Lawyers in 2023 The Best Lawyers in America® and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™; 4 Lawyer of the Year Awards
Farella Braun + Martel is proud to have 50 lawyers listed in the 2023 editions of The Best Lawyers in America ® and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America ™. Four Farella lawyers received Best Lawyers ® “Lawyer...
August 15, 2022
Announcement
Vault Ranks Farella Among the 2023 Best Midsize Law Firms to Work For in U.S.
Northern California legal powerhouse Farella Braun + Martel is proud to announce that for the third year in a row it has ranked highly among Vault’s "Best Midsize Law Firms to Work For" in the United States, placing #6...
August 9, 2022
Announcement
Farella’s Doug Dexter Elected Chair of the ABA’s Labor and Employment Law Section
Northern California legal powerhouse Farella Braun + Martel is proud to announce that Partner Doug Dexter has been elected chair of the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Labor and Employment Law Section. “With a diverse range of members and perspectives...
August 9, 2022
Media Coverage
Website lawsuits, events regulations, environmental rules: What’s new in California wine business law
North Bay Business Journal
Katherine Philippakis submitted commentary for the North Bay Business Journal article, "Website lawsuits, events regulations, environmental rules: What’s new in California wine business law."
July 28, 2022
Announcement
Farella Represents Miller Family on Sale of The Silverado Vineyards
Northern California legal powerhouse Farella Braun + Martel advised the Miller family on the sale of Napa Valley luxury wine producer The Silverado Vineyards to Foley Family Wines. The sale included a 73,000-square-foot winery and 300 acres of vineyards...
July 26, 2022
Media Coverage
Facing 'Changing of the Guard,' Midsize Law Is Readying the Next Generation of Talent
The Recorder
Brian Donnelly spoke to The Recorder for the article, "Facing 'Changing of the Guard,' Midsize Law Is Readying the Next Generation of Talent." Leaders at Keker, Van Nest & Peters and Farella Braun + Martel believe selective, client-based growth...
July 26, 2022
Media Coverage
What's Working For Mid-Law In Effort To Improve Diversity
Law360
Farella Partner and Chief Talent and Inclusion Officer Sarah Good was quoted in Law360 's article "What's Working For Mid-Law In Effort To Improve Diversity." In the article, she said "It's a marathon, not a sprint. I think what we're...
July 25, 2022
Announcement
Welcome to EO Radio Show - Your Nonprofit Legal Resource
Farella Braun + Martel's Exempt Organization Group is pleased to announce the launch of our podcast EO Radio Show - Your Nonprofit Legal Resource . Hosted by Exempt Organization Partner Cynthia Rowland , the podcast is a modern-day...
July 21, 2022
Announcement
Chambers High Net Worth 2022 Ranks Farella Braun + Martel in Private Wealth Law
Farella Braun + Martel is pleased to announce that our Private Client Industry Group was again recognized in Chambers High Net Worth (HNW) as a leading practice in Private Wealth Law in Northern California along with Family Wealth Partner...
July 20, 2022
Announcement
Ryan Lowther Named Among Top Cannabis Lawyers in California by the Daily Journal
Farella Braun + Martel is proud to announce that Ryan Lowther was named among the Daily Journal 's 2022 “Top Cannabis Lawyers” in California. Ryan is the founder of Farella’s Cannabis Industry practice group. He represents every kind of stakeholder in...
July 14, 2022
Announcement
Farella Attorneys Named to 2022 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Thirty-four Farella Braun + Martel lawyers were named to the Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists of top attorneys in Northern California for 2022. Super Lawyers: Carly Alameda – Business Litigation George Argyris – Estate Planning & Probate Amy...
July 5, 2022
Announcement
Managing Intellectual Property's IP Stars 2022 Ranks Farella Braun + Martel Lawyers; Firm Recommended for Patent Litigation
Farella Braun + Martel’s Daniel Callaway , James L. Day , Jeffrey M. Fisher , Winston Liaw , Eugene Mar , and Stephanie P. Skaff were recognized by Managing Intellectual Property in the 2022 edition of IP STARS. Fisher...
June 23, 2022
Announcement
Farella’s Family Wealth and Private Client Offerings Bolstered by Two New Partners
Hons Yung Joins as Partner, Kristine Waggener Elevated Northern California legal powerhouse Farella Braun + Martel is pleased to announce that Hons Yung has joined as a partner and Kristine Waggener has been elevated to partner from special counsel...
June 23, 2022
Announcement
Welcome to Upside: A podcast by Farella's Private Equity and Venture Capital Group
Farella Braun + Martel's Private Equity and Venture Capital Group is pleased to announce the launch of our podcast Upside . Through this podcast, we will discuss important business and legal issues impacting investors, sponsors, and managers of private...
June 20, 2022
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Ranked in Legal 500 United States 2022
The Legal 500 United States 2022 guide has recognized Farella Braun + Martel among the leading firms in the Cannabis, Construction, and Land Use/Zoning sections. Land use partner Steven Vettel is named to the Land Use/Zoning section’s Hall of Fame...
June 17, 2022
Media Coverage
Law Firms Are Trading Dead Space for New Digs
The Recorder
Farella Managing Partner Brian Donnelly spoke to The Recorder for the article " Law Firms Are Trading Dead Space for New Digs." In the article, Brian said, “This was a chance to look at, ‘Are we in the right space for...
June 15, 2022
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Awards 2022 Diversity Scholarships to Bay Area Law Students
Farella Braun + Martel is pleased to announce the recipients of our 2022 Diversity Scholarship grants totaling $45,000 to Bay Area first-year law students Heidi Kong, Alyosha Maggin, and Maripau Paz. For 22 years, the scholarships have been at...
June 7, 2022
Announcement
Julie Treppa Elected Fellow of American College of Tax Counsel
Northern California legal powerhouse Farella Braun + Martel is proud to announce that Partner Julie Treppa has been elected a fellow of the American College of Tax Counsel (ACTC), the preeminent professional association of tax attorneys. Julie was one...
June 1, 2022
Announcement
Chambers USA 2022 Recognizes Farella Braun + Martel Lawyers, Practices
Farella Braun + Martel is pleased to announce that Chambers USA has recognized 14 lawyers and 6 practice areas in the legal directory’s 2022 edition. Individual California and Western U.S. Rankings: Sarah Bell – Environment Tyler Gerking – Insurance...
June 1, 2022
Announcement
Farella Joins Legal Alliance for Reproductive Rights to Defend Abortion Rights
Legal Community Launches Initiative to Defend Abortion Rights As the U.S. Supreme Court looks poised to strike down Roe v. Wade, Bay Area attorneys band together to provide legal assistance to those seeking abortions SAN FRANCISCO (June 1, 2022...
May 18, 2022
Announcement
Katherine Philippakis Named Among the Top Women Lawyers in California by Daily Journal
Farella Braun + Martel is proud to announce the selection of partner Katherine Philippakis to the Daily Journal ’s 2022 list of California’s "Top Women Lawyers." The annual list honors the achievements of leading women lawyers statewide. This is...
May 6, 2022
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Named Among 2022 Best Places to Work
#1 Among Large Companies 2 nd Year in a Row Farella Braun + Martel is proud to be recognized among the 2022 Best Places to Work in the Bay Area and earn a #1 ranking for the second year in...
April 21, 2022
Media Coverage
Legal Experts Say Opioid Coverage Disputes Far From Over
Law360
Shanti Eagle was quoted in Law360 's article "Legal Experts Say Opioid Coverage Disputes Far From Over." Read the article here (subscription required).
April 21, 2022
Media Coverage
LinkedIn Loses Data Appeal
CDR Magazine
Erik Olson was quoted in the article "LinkedIn Loses Data Appeal" in CDR Magazine . In the article, Erik said: We are pleased to see that the Ninth Circuit has again affirmed, in light of the Supreme Court’s decision...
April 20, 2022
2022 Cannabis Insurance Market Update
PropertyCasualty360
Tyler Gerking was quoted in PropertyCasualty360 's article "2022 Cannabis Insurance Market Update." Read the full article here (subscription required). Watch the webinar "Cyber Insurance for the Cannabis Industry" here .
March 30, 2022
Announcement
Farella Lawyers Win 2022 California Lawyer Attorneys of the Year Award for Landmark Antitrust Class Action
Farella Braun + Martel is proud to announce that Christopher Wheeler and Karen Kimmey were honored among the 2022 “California Lawyer Attorneys of the Year” by the Daily Journal for their role in the landmark antitrust class action against...
March 16, 2022
Announcement
Farella Client MedMen Enterprises Inc. Opens Second San Francisco Retail Store
Farella Braun + Martel provided MedMen Enterprises Inc. , a leading cannabis retailer with operations across the nation, with land use and permitting advice to win approval to open its MedMen Union Street retail store in San Francisco's Cow...
March 16, 2022
Media Coverage
How I Made It: 5 Benefits of Having a Mentor To Avoid Career Stalls and Flame-Outs
Winston Liaw was quoted in the Law.com article, "How I Made It: 5 Benefits of Having a Mentor To Avoid Career Stalls and Flame-Outs." In the article, Winston said, "Your friends and colleagues will often tell you what you...
March 2, 2022
Announcement
Farella Names Ashley Breakfield and Cynthia Castillo As Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Pathfinders
Farella Braun + Martel is proud to announce that senior associates Ashley Breakfield and Cynthia Castillo were selected to be members of the 2022 class of Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) Pathfinders. The Pathfinders Program is designed to train...
February 25, 2022
Media Coverage
Annual Conference Seeks to Inspire Fil-Am Law Students
TFC News California
Janice Reicher was interviewed by TFC News (The Filipino Channel) about a conference she is helping put on for Filipino-American law students as a Director of the Filipino Bar Association of Northern California. TFC News is owned by ABS-CBN, which...
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