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Farella Braun + Martel Named to The National Law Journal's "Midsize Hot List"

July 12, 2010 Announcement

One of 20 Firms Designated

SAN FRANCISCO (July 12, 2010):  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 to 150 attorneys across the country that have thrived amid the downturn.  The selected firms experienced a "string of successes" and demonstrated "creative, innovative strategies to stay competitive."   

In its profile of Farella Braun + Martel, The National Law Journal noted the firm's string of victories and nimble efforts to guide clients through the challenging economy.  Deeply committed to both clients and talent, the firm has weathered the recession without layoffs.

"We are proud to be recognized among the nation's best midsize firms.  Inclusion on the "Midsize Hot List" further demonstrates our commitment to offering clients the quality, experience and resources of a large firm with the relationship, flexibility and personal attention associated with a smaller mid-sized firm," said managing partner, Steve Lowenthal.

Farella Braun + Martel represents clients throughout the United States and abroad in sophisticated business transactions and high-stakes commercial, civil and criminal litigation. Founded in 1962, the firm is headquartered in San Francisco and maintains an office in the Napa Valley focused on the wine industry. Farella Braun + Martel lawyers are known for their imaginative legal solutions, dynamism and intellectual creativity. With an unwavering service ethic and interdisciplinary team approach, the firm is committed to advancing clients' objectives in the most effective, coordinated and efficient manner. Farella Braun + Martel is a green business. http://www.fbm.com/

Contacts:
Melinda Hepp / Traci Stuart                              
Blattel Communications                                     415.397.4811                                                    
[email protected] / [email protected]           

Cheryl Loof
Farella Braun + Martel LLP
415.954.4433
[email protected]

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