News
December 10, 2014
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Brings on Four Associates
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF., December 10, 2014 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP is pleased to announce the addition of four associates to its San Francisco office: Meg Manchester (Tax), Jeffrey Hamilton (Business Transactions), Matthew Cate (Business Litigation), and Julia...
November 3, 2014
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Earns 2015 “Best Law Firms” Rankings
San Francisco, CA – November 3, 2014: Several Farella Braun + Martel LLP practices were recognized in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers 2015 “Best Law Firms” rankings. The rankings are based on client and peer evaluations and information...
August 18, 2014
Announcement
Best Lawyers in America® 2015 Recognizes 29 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys: Two Selected Among San Francisco Lawyers of the Year
SAN FRANCISCO, August 18, 2014: Twenty-nine Farella Braun + Martel LLP attorneys were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America ® 2015 edition. Additionally, two Farella partners have earned Lawyer of the Year honors...
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...
March 3, 2014
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Assists O’Neill Vintners & Distillers Form New Strategic Partnership
SAN FRANCISCO/ST. HELENA, March 3, 2014: Farella Braun + Martel LLP represented O’Neill Vintners & Distillers in the formation of a strategic partnership with Cecchetti Wine Company. The new partnership will operate under the O'Neill Vintners & Distillers banner...
August 20, 2013
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Advises on Sale of Clos Pegase Winery
SAN FRANCISCO/ST. HELENA, August 20, 2013 : Farella Braun + Martel LLP represented Clos Pegase Winery, Inc., and sole shareholder Jan Shrem, in its sale to Vintage Wine Estates (VWE). Clos Pegase is known for its iconic architecture...
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 1, 2013
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Advises First Solar on Acquisition of Solar Gen 2 Power Project
SAN FRANCISCO, April 1, 2013: Farella Braun + Martel has advised First Solar, Inc. on its acquisition of the 150-megawatt Solar Gen 2 power project located in Imperial County, Calif. First Solar News Release Farella’s deal team was led...
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...
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...
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...
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...
May 24, 2011
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel LLP Advises The Doctors Company in its $362 Million Acquisition of FPIC Insurance
Farella Braun + Martel guided 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), announced on May 24, 2011. Business Partner Philip...
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 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...
April 29, 2010
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Hosts Fourth Annual Developers Conference
SAN FRANCISCO , April 29, 2010 : Farella Braun + Martel LLP recently hosted its Fourth Annual Developers Conference. The half-day seminar, "Opportunity Awaits: Preparing for the Recovery," was held at the Four Seasons Hotel in San Francisco...
March 3, 2009
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Assists OptiSolar In $400 Million Solar Project Pipeline Sale To First Solar, Inc.
SAN FRANCISCO/HAYWARD, CALIF. ( March 3, 2009 ) - Farella Braun + Martel of San Francisco represented privately held, Hayward, Calif.-based OptiSolar Inc. in an agreement worth $400 million in stock with Tempe, Ariz.-based First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR...
July 17, 2006
Accolades
Twenty Eight Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named As Northern California Super Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO (July 17, 2006) - Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces today that 28 attorneys from diverse practice areas were named as 2006 Northern California Super Lawyers published by Law & Politics. Two Farella Braun + Martel...
March 20, 2006
Media Coverage
Time to Decide Tax Tactics
The San Francisco Examiner
The San Francisco Examiner March 20, 2006 “Time to Decide Tax Tactics” Farella Braun + Martel’s Brian Donnelly is quoted regarding potential issues for California taxpayers this year.
November 15, 2004
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Elevates Six To Partnership
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (November 15, 2004): Farella Braun + Martel LLP announced today that six attorneys have been elevated to the partnership, effective January 1, 2005. The new partners are: Lara N. Gilman, John J. Gregory, Nan E. Joesten...
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