News
August 15, 2016
Announcement
32 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named to 2017 The Best Lawyers in America©; Three Earn Lawyer of the Year Honors
SAN FRANCISCO, August 15, 2016: Thirty-two Farella Braun + Martel LLP attorneys were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America © 2017. Three Farella attorneys have earned Lawyer of the Year honors in their...
July 8, 2016
Accolades
53 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named to 2016 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
SAN FRANCISCO (July 8, 2016) – Fifty-three 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 2016. Farella attorneys named among 2016...
May 27, 2016
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Practice Areas, Attorneys Ranked by Chambers USA 2016
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (May 27, 2016): Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces that Chambers USA has recognized six practice areas and named 12 lawyers as leaders in their field in the legal directory’s 2016 edition. The firm’s Construction practice received...
March 30, 2016
Media Coverage
San Francisco Firm Starts Cannabis Practice Group
Daily Journal March 30, 2016 "San Francisco Firm Starts Cannabis Practice Group" Farella Braun + Martel formally launches a Cannabis Industry Practice Group, making it one of the largest and most prominent firms to wade into the practice area. Business...
March 30, 2016
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Launches Cannabis Industry Practice
SAN FRANCISCO, Mar. 30, 2016: Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces the launch of a practice group dedicated to one of the fastest growing industries in the U.S.: the Cannabis Industry Practice . The practice is led by Transactional...
March 23, 2016
Media Coverage
Trial Pros: Farella Braun's Bill Keane
Law360 March 23, 2016 "Trial Pros: Farella Braun's Bill Keane" William P. Keane is a partner in Farella Braun & Martel LLP’s San Francisco office, where he is chairman of the complex litigation department. He has nearly 30 years...
December 1, 2015
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2016
Farella Braun + Martel LLP is recognized in the 2016 edition of Benchmark Litigation as a “Recommended” firm for litigation in California. The following Farella lawyers were recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2016: Robert Holtzapple William Keane Thomas...
November 3, 2015
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Ranked Among 2016 “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO, November 3, 2015: Farella Braun + Martel LLP has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers 2016 “Best Law Firms” rankings. Several Farella practices were recognized both nationally and regionally. According to...
August 17, 2015
Announcement
The Best Lawyers in America© 2016 Lists 30 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys
SAN FRANCISCO, August 17, 2015: Thirty Farella Braun + Martel LLP attorneys were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America © 2016. Farella attorneys featured in the 2016 edition include: George T. Argyris: Trusts...
July 9, 2015
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named to 2015 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
SAN FRANCISCO (July 9, 2015) – Fifty-three 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 2015. Mary McCutcheon received special recognition...
May 19, 2015
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Practice Areas, Attorneys Ranked by Chambers USA 2015
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (May 19, 2015): Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces that Chambers USA has recognized five practice areas and named 12 lawyers as leaders in their field in the legal directory’s 2015 edition. Farella’s Construction practice received...
November 19, 2014
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2015
SAN FRANCISCO (November 19, 2014): Farella Braun + Martel LLP is recognized in the 2015 edition of Benchmark Litigation as a “Recommended” firm for litigation in California. The following Farella lawyers were recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2015:  ...
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...
May 23, 2014
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Practice Areas, Attorneys Ranked by Chambers USA 2014
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (May 23, 2014): Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces that Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized six practice areas and named 12 lawyers as leaders in their field in the legal directory’s 2014...
November 21, 2013
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2014
SAN FRANCISCO (November 21, 2013): Farella Braun + Martel LLP is recognized in the 2014 edition of Benchmark Litigation as a “Recommended” firm for litigation in California. The following Farella lawyers were recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2014: Robert...
November 1, 2013
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Honored with 2014 “Best Law Firms” Rankings
San Francisco , CA – November 1, 2013: Several Farella Braun + Martel LLP practices were recognized in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers 2014 “Best Law Firms” rankings. Earning the highest level recognition, Farella’s Construction, Environmental and Mass...
August 15, 2013
Announcement
Best Lawyers in America® 2014 Recognizes 28 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys; Three Named “Lawyers of the Year”
SAN FRANCISCO, August 15, 2013: Twenty-eight Farella Braun + Martel LLP attorneys were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America ® 2014. Additionally, three Farella partners have been recognized as a 2014 Lawyer of...
July 24, 2013
Media Coverage
Compliance Concerns Stymie Companies Eyeing IPO Plunge
Daily Journal July 24, 2013 “Compliance concerns stymie companies eyeing IPO plunge” Farella’s William Keane raises the issue of the "compliance gap." The difference between what new public companies should be doing and the steps they’re actually taking.  ...
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 5, 2013
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Names William Keane Chair of Complex Litigation Department
SAN FRANCISCO, April 5, 2013 – Farella Braun + Martel has appointed Partner William P. Keane to chair its Complex Litigation Department. Keane will oversee the firm’s Business Litigation, Employment and White Collar Crime and Internal Corporate Investigations practice...
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...
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 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...
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 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 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...
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 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...
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