Press Releases

Law firm Shoosmiths has advised Glassbox, a leading provider of digital experience analytics for financial institutions, on its investment from Poalim Equity, the investment arm of Bank Hapoalim, Israel’s largest financial group.The investment marks a new chapter for Glassbox’s next phase of innovation, accelerating the development of advanced analytics and AI solutions purpose-built for financial institutions ...

Newark, N.J. – August 8, 2025 – Greenspoon Marder LLP is pleased to announce a significant appellate court victory on behalf of its client, a defendant in a high-stakes commercial real estate litigation matter. The New Jersey Appellate Division reversed a Chancery Court order that had compelled the case to arbitration, remanding it for a trial. Filed in August 2023, Miqueo v. 300 Sylvan Ave Associates, LLC, et al ...

Boca Raton, Fla. – July 23, 2025 – Greenspoon Marder is proud to announce that partners Robby H. Birnbaum and Franklin S. Homer successfully defended a longstanding telecommunications client against potentially business-ending regulatory enforcement following the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) expanded STIR/SHAKEN (Secure Telephone Identity Revisited / Secure Handling of Asserted Information using toKENs) requirements ...

Creel, Garcia-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, BMA Advogados and Beccar Varela, acted as part of the team led by Kirkland and Ellis that advised Advent International in the agreement to acquire a controlling stake in Reckitt Benckiser’s Essential Home business. The transaction was signed on Friday, July 18 and the deal remains subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.The transaction values Essential Home at up to US$4.8 billion, including up to US$1 ...

HEUKING advised DRS Investment SE and its subsidiaries, including DRS KVG GmbH, comprehensively on all legal aspects relating to the structuring, launch, and closing of the special AIF Skywards GmbH & Co. KG, as well as on the fund’s acquisition of a majority stake in Austrian auction service provider AURENA. In connection with the transaction, HEUKING also advised on the implementation of a management participation program for AURENA. DRS Investment is acting as the fund’s initiator ...

Managing Intellectual Property (MIP), a world-renowned IP publication, has recently announced its 2025 global IP STARS rankings.  Han Kun was again recognized in the China domestic firm categories of "IP transactions (Tier 1)", "Patent disputes", "Trademark disputes", "Patent prosecution",  and "Copyright" lists, owing to the firm's competitive IP division and exceptional service capabilities ...

Han Kun Law Offices is pleased to announce that Ms. Ruixin Jiang and Ms. Yi Xiong has have recently joined the firm.  The addition of Ms. Jiang and Ms. Xiong will further strengthen and enhance Han Kun's trade compliance capabilities.Ms. Jiang has extensive experience in cross-border trade compliance, including import and export compliance management, trade planning and structuring, supply chain compliance, and export controls and sanctions.Ms ...

WirtschaftsWoche once again recognized HEUKING as one of Germany’s leading law firms in the field of public procurement law. For the first time, the firm has also been honored in the area of energy law. In the public procurement law category, Dr. Ute Jasper, Dr. Martin Schellenberg, and Dr. Laurence Westen are highlighted. In energy law, WirtschaftsWoche recognizes Marc Baltus and Dr. Tobias Woltering ...

HEUKING comprehensively advised Circus SE on the successful acquisition of FullyAI, an agentic AI company. The transaction expands Circus SE’s technological foundation and further strengthens its AI robotics ecosystem for the food service industry. FullyAI will serve as the central intelligence layer within the Circus system, enabling advanced operational control, predictive maintenance, and personalized user experiences ...

HEUKING advised Apeiron Investment Group Ltd. on acquiring a controlling stake in Heidelberger Beteiligungsholding AG, followed by a public takeover offer to the company’s minority shareholders. With the acquisition of majority control, Apeiron aims to further develop the strategic direction of Heidelberger Beteiligungsholding AG and unlock synergies within the investment portfolio. In addition to Apeiron Investment Group Ltd ...

July 30, 2025 – RD Technologies announced the successful close of its Series A2 financing round, raising approximately US$40 million. This round attracted participation from a consortium of prominent investors, including China Harbour, Bright Venture, ZhongAn International, CMSC, and Hong Shan ...

Bradley has added appellate lawyer Robert F. Parsley as a partner.  “Bob brings senior appellate expertise that will deepen our capabilities in the Southeast and provide key support for our clients navigating complex litigation and appellate proceedings,” said Scott Burnett Smith, partner and leader of Bradley’s Appellate team ...

Bradley is pleased to announce that Stephen Fritz, an associate in the Jackson office, has been named the 2025 recipient of the firm’s Cameron J. Miller Award for Excellence and Community Service, an annual award given to an associate who exemplifies excellence in his or her legal work, along with a high degree of involvement in community service ...

Bradley attorney Kris Reliford has been recognized among the Nashville Business Journal’s third annual class of Leaders in Diversity honorees. This program seeks to recognize and elevate leaders in Nashville who are advancing equity and opportunity in the workplace — prioritizing meaningful progress over perfection and advocating on behalf of others within the business community ...

Finalists have recently been announced in the ALB Hong Kong Law Awards 2025.  Han Kun has been shortlisted for 12 award categories ...

On July 25, 2025, Inmagene Biopharmaceuticals successfully completed its reverse merger with Ikena Oncology, Inc. The combined entity has been officially renamed ImageneBio, Inc. ("Imagene") and was successfully listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the ticker symbol "IMA" on July 28, 2025.Imagene's core asset is IMG-007, a monoclonal antibody targeting OX40, which is currently undergoing a Phase 2b clinical trial for the treatment of moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis ...

Orlando, Fla. – August 1, 2025 – Greenspoon Marder is proud to announce that co-managing director Michael E. Marder has been recognized in the Orlando Magazine’s Hall of Fame of 2025. This marks the sixteenth consecutive year that Mr. Marder has received this prestigious honor, a streak that began in 2010. The Orlando Magazine Hall of Fame recognizes leaders who have consistently demonstrated excellence and influence within the community. Mr ...

Eleventh Circuit Holds Rule 9(b) Applies to FDUTPA Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – August 1, 2025 – In a decision issued today in Pop v. LuliFama.com LLC, No. 24-11048 (11th Cir. August 1, 2025), the Eleventh Circuit resolved a longstanding dispute within its district courts: whether a claim brought under the Florida Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act (“FDUTPA”) sounding in fraud must satisfy the pleading requirements of Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 9(b) ...

Peter Marsden has been appointed as Shoosmiths’ new head of housebuilding.Peter joined Shoosmiths as a partner in 2023, bringing with him extensive experience from both private practice and in-house roles at leading housebuilders including Taylor Wimpey and Harrow Estates - part of Redrow ...

Bradley attorney Ty Howard was featured in Clincian.com on the Department of Justice (DOJ) taking a closer look at healthcare organizations for False Claims Act (FCA) violations. Much of the discussion around Trump administration FCA enforcement has focused on potential new bases, such as tariff-related theories and targeting educational institutions with DEI programs, noted Howard ...

SyCipLaw is pleased to announce the appointment of Senior Partner Anthony W. Dee as the new head of the Firm’s Intellectual Property (IP) Department, effective August 1, 2025. Anton has represented numerous clients at all court levels and has extensive experience in the practice areas of IP, litigation, and arbitration. Anton is deeply involved and specializes in IP infringement and enforcement work and has more than 20 years of experience in these areas ...

Bradley is pleased to announce that Michael J. Bentley, a partner in the firm’s Jackson office, has been inducted as a Fellow of the Mississippi Bar Foundation, which recognizes a lawyer’s excellence, as well as dedication and service to the public and profession. Mr. Bentley concentrates his practice on appeals and litigation, with an emphasis on constitutional law, zoning and land-use litigation, and complex commercial disputes ...

Bradley partner Patrick L. Alexander has been elected a Fellow of the American College of Bond Counsel (ACBC). The ACBC recognizes lawyers who have established reputations among their peers for their experience, skill and high standards of professional and ethical conduct in the practice of municipal bond law. Membership is limited and nominees must have at least 10 years of substantial experience in the field to be considered for admission as a Fellow. For more than 40 years, Mr ...

Bradley is pleased to announce that nine of the firm’s Dallas and Houston attorneys have been named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation list. The third annual guide recognizes young attorneys who have been in practice for less than 15 years and who have made significant achievements early in their careers that have propelled them to the forefront of the legal profession ...

Shoosmiths today announces that from this November’s pay review date, newly qualified solicitor salaries will rise to £105,000 in London and £67,000 in the English regional locations. The move ensures the firm remains highly competitive in attracting and retaining early-career talent in a fast-moving market.A fair and transparent structure We know the recent rise in NQ salaries has had a knock-on effect at other levels, creating understandable concerns around pay compression ...