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Thomas Hosts American College of Trial Lawyers Podcast Episode with Guest Greg Craig
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, March 26 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Thomas Hosts American College of Trial Lawyers Podcast Episode with Guest Greg Craig
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On March 26, Taft Columbus partner Dave Thomas hosted the season fourteen premiere of the "Trial Tested" podcast for the American College of Trial Lawyers. In the episode, Thomas interviews Washington, D.C. attorney Greg Craig about his career in law and its progression over time.
From attending law school alongside Hillary Rodham Clinton and Bill Clinton to his service with the State Department
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, March 26 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Thomas Hosts American College of Trial Lawyers Podcast Episode with Guest Greg Craig
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On March 26, Taft Columbus partner Dave Thomas hosted the season fourteen premiere of the "Trial Tested" podcast for the American College of Trial Lawyers. In the episode, Thomas interviews Washington, D.C. attorney Greg Craig about his career in law and its progression over time.
From attending law school alongside Hillary Rodham Clinton and Bill Clinton to his service with the State Departmentand as White House Counsel under Barack Obama, the conversation highlights Craig's notable representations and landmark trials throughout his career.
To listen to the full episode, visit here.
Thomas is a fellow in The American College of Trial Lawyers and is listed in Chambers USA as a leading lawyer in white-collar crime and government investigations. As a partner in Taft's Compliance, Investigations, and White Collar Defense practice group, he advises and represents companies, executives, public officials, health care providers, and other professionals subject to state and federal investigations and prosecutions.
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Original text here: https://www.taftlaw.com/news-events/news/thomas-hosts-american-college-of-trial-lawyers-podcast-episode-with-guest-greg-craig/
Partner John Kabealo Recognized as a Top Advisor for National Security and Foreign Investment
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 26 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Partner John Kabealo Recognized as a Top Advisor for National Security and Foreign Investment
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Foreign Investment Watch named Kirkland partner John Kabealo to its 2026 list of "Top Advisors on National Security and Foreign Investment," which ranks individuals based on experience, reputation, clients served, first-person interviews, references, reader recommendations, articles published, etc.
John is regularly quoted in Foreign Investment Watch and has built a reputation
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CHICAGO, Illinois, March 26 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Partner John Kabealo Recognized as a Top Advisor for National Security and Foreign Investment
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Foreign Investment Watch named Kirkland partner John Kabealo to its 2026 list of "Top Advisors on National Security and Foreign Investment," which ranks individuals based on experience, reputation, clients served, first-person interviews, references, reader recommendations, articles published, etc.
John is regularly quoted in Foreign Investment Watch and has built a reputationas a pragmatic, deal-oriented advocate on very complex global transactions. He has successfully presided over some of the largest and most complex transactions to be approved by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), frequently praised for his ability to create novel solutions to obtain regulatory clearances.
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Original text here: https://www.kirkland.com/news/award/2026/03/foreign-investment-watch-top-advisors-national-security-and-foreign-investment
Legal 500 EMEA 2026 Recognizes Goodwin for Excellence in France, Germany, and Luxembourg
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 26 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Legal 500 EMEA 2026 Recognizes Goodwin for Excellence in France, Germany, and Luxembourg
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The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) has recognized Goodwin with 42 lawyer rankings and 14 practice rankings in the 2026 guide.
The Legal 500 EMEA evaluates firms and legal professionals based upon the quality of work carried out over the past year, historical experience and reputation, depth of teams, specialties and ancillary services, and client feedback.
Clients
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BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 26 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Legal 500 EMEA 2026 Recognizes Goodwin for Excellence in France, Germany, and Luxembourg
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The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) has recognized Goodwin with 42 lawyer rankings and 14 practice rankings in the 2026 guide.
The Legal 500 EMEA evaluates firms and legal professionals based upon the quality of work carried out over the past year, historical experience and reputation, depth of teams, specialties and ancillary services, and client feedback.
Clientsfrom across Goodwin's Paris, Munich, and Luxembourg offices praised the firm's "pragmatic and commercially focused advice." They also cited Goodwin as a leader in terms of Billing & Efficiency and Sector Knowledge.
The Legal 500 EMEA recognized Goodwin in the following categories:
FRANCE
* Capital Markets: Equity
* Banking and Finance: Transactional Work
* Healthcare and Life Sciences
* Intellectual Property: Patents
* Mergers & Acquisitions
* Private Equity: Fund Formation
* Private Equity: Growth/Venture Capital
* Private Equity: LBO
* Tax
GERMANY
* Lending and Borrowing
LUXEMBOURG
* Banking, Finance and Capital Markets
* Fintech
* Investment Funds
* Tax
Goodwin lawyers recognized in the 2026 guide include:
FRANCE
Banking and Finance: Transactional Work
* Adrien Paturaud (Leading Partner)
Capital Markets: Equity
* Guilhem Richard (Next Generation Partner)
* Marilena Gryparis
Healthcare and Life Sciences
* Anne-Charlotte Riviere (Leading Partner)
* Maxence Bloch
* Thomas Dupont-Sentilles
* Marie Fillon
* Guilhem Richard
Intellectual Property: Patents
* Marie Fillon
Mergers & Acquisitions
* Maxence Bloch
* Anne-Charlotte Riviere
* Thomas Dupont-Sentilles
* Jerome Jouhanneaud
* Thomas Maitrejean
* William Robert
* Simon Servan-Schreiber
Private Equity: Fund Formation
* Arnaud David (Hall of Fame)
* Sarah Michel (Leading Partner)
* Sarah Barrau-Ceville
Private Equity: Growth/Venture Capital
* Thomas Dupont-Sentilles (Leading Partner)
* Anne-Charlotte Riviere (Next Generation Partner)
* Xavier Leroux (Next Generation Partner)
* Louis Tasle d'Heliand
Private Equity: LBO
* Maxence Bloch (Leading Partner)
* Thomas Maitrejean (Leading Partner)
* Benjamin Garcon
* Jerome Jouhanneaud
* Simon Servan-Schreiber
Tax
* Marie-Laure Bruneel (Leading Partner - Private Equity Tax)
* Charles-Henri de Gouvion Saint Cyr (Leading Partner - Transactional/Corporate Tax)
* Sarah Michel
GERMANY
Lending and Borrowing
* Winfried Carli (Hall of Fame)
* Folko Moroni
* Daniel Wagner
LUXEMBOURG
Banking, Finance and Capital Markets
* Elie-Raphael Soudry (Next Generation Partner)
* Alexandrine Armstrong-Cerfontaine
Investment Funds
* Alexandrine Armstrong-Cerfontaine (Leading Partner)
* Oana Millich
* Elie-Raphael Soudry
* Philip Spilberg
Tax
* Yann Ricard
* Julien Schraub
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Original text here: https://www.goodwinlaw.com/en/news-and-events/news/2026/03/announcements-practices-legal-500-emea-2026-recognizes-goodwin
Lebau and Neuworth: Is My Noncompete Still Enforceable in Maryland in 2026?
TOWSON, Maryland, March 26 -- Lebau and Neuworth, a law firm, issued the following statement on March 25, 2026:
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Is My Noncompete Still Enforceable in Maryland in 2026?
If you are staring at a noncompete agreement and wondering whether it can actually be used against you, you are not alone. Whether you just received a cease-and-desist letter, are weighing a job offer from a competitor, or were handed a noncompete on your way out the door after a layoff, the uncertainty you are feeling is completely understandable. These agreements are written by employer-side lawyers specifically to feel
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TOWSON, Maryland, March 26 -- Lebau and Neuworth, a law firm, issued the following statement on March 25, 2026:
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Is My Noncompete Still Enforceable in Maryland in 2026?
If you are staring at a noncompete agreement and wondering whether it can actually be used against you, you are not alone. Whether you just received a cease-and-desist letter, are weighing a job offer from a competitor, or were handed a noncompete on your way out the door after a layoff, the uncertainty you are feeling is completely understandable. These agreements are written by employer-side lawyers specifically to feelintimidating, and they often work even when they would never hold up in court.
At Lebau & Neuworth, we represent Maryland employees, not employers. We have seen what an over broad or legally questionable noncompete can do to someone's career, their income, and their family's stability, and we know how to evaluate whether the agreement you signed is actually a threat or simply a scare tactic. Maryland law has been moving in employees' favor in recent years, and the landscape has shifted enough that an agreement you signed several years ago may look very different through a legal lens today.
What Is a Noncompete Agreement And Why It Feels Like a Threat
The Language Is Designed to Scare You, But Fear Is Not the Same as Legality
Noncompete agreements are written in broad, formal legal language that implies serious consequences. Words like "irreparable harm," "injunctive relief," and "liquidated damages" are designed to make you feel like any deviation from the agreement will result in devastating legal action. Sometimes that is a realistic concern. Often it is not. The enforceability of a noncompete in Maryland depends on a specific legal analysis, and the fact that an employer included aggressive language in a contract does not mean a court will enforce it as written.
The Difference Between a Noncompete, a Non-Solicitation Clause, and a Confidentiality Agreement
Before evaluating whether your agreement can be enforced, it helps to understand what you actually signed. These are three distinct types of restrictive covenants that are often bundled together in the same document.
A noncompete agreement restricts you from working for a competitor or starting a competing business within a defined geographic area and time period. A non-solicitation clause prevents you from recruiting former colleagues or soliciting former clients after you leave, but generally does not restrict where you can work. A confidentiality agreement protects the employer's trade secrets and proprietary information. Maryland courts treat each of these differently, and the rules governing noncompetes specifically have been changing. Understanding which restriction is actually at issue in your situation matters before taking any action.
How Maryland Law Has Changed And What That Means for Your Agreement Right Now
Maryland's Wage-Based Restrictions: Who Is Legally Exempt From Noncompetes
Maryland has significantly narrowed the circumstances under which employers can enforce noncompete agreements against lower and middle-income workers. Under Maryland Labor and Employment Code Sec. 3-716, employees whose earnings fall below a statutory threshold cannot be bound by a noncompete agreement at all. That threshold has been updated since the statute was first passed in 2019, and the current figures should be verified against the most recent version of the statute before you assume an older agreement governs your situation.
If your compensation falls below the current threshold at the time you left or were terminated, a noncompete agreement you signed may be unenforceable regardless of what it says. This is one of the first things an employment attorney will check when reviewing your situation.
The FTC Noncompete Rule: What Happened, What It Means for Maryland Workers
In 2024, the Federal Trade Commission issued a rule that would have banned most noncompete agreements nationwide. It generated significant attention and, for many workers, genuine hope. However, federal courts challenged the rule before it could take effect, and as of 2026, its legal status remains unresolved. The FTC rule should not be relied upon as a current protection without first verifying its status, as ongoing litigation continues to affect what it does and does not accomplish for workers right now.
What the FTC rulemaking did do, regardless of its current legal status, is signal a national policy direction that has influenced how employers and courts think about noncompetes. It also spurred several states to strengthen their own employee protections. Maryland's existing statutory framework remains the most reliable basis for evaluating your agreement today.
What Maryland Courts Actually Look at When Deciding Whether to Enforce a Noncompete
Even when a noncompete is not categorically prohibited by statute, Maryland courts apply a reasonableness test before enforcing one. A valid and enforceable noncompete in Maryland must protect a legitimate business interest, be reasonable in geographic scope, be reasonable in duration, not impose an undue hardship on the employee, and not be contrary to public policy.
If any of these elements is missing or disproportionate, a court can decline to enforce the agreement entirely or modify it to be more reasonable under the blue pencil doctrine. The burden of showing the agreement is reasonable generally falls on the employer. Knowing this changes how you should read the document you signed.
Five Signs Your Noncompete Might Not Hold Up in Court
Not all noncompete agreements are created equal, and some may be overly restrictive or improperly drafted from the start. Courts carefully evaluate these agreements to ensure they balance an employer's legitimate business interests with an employee's right to earn a living.
The Geographic Scope Is Unreasonably Wide
A noncompete that prohibits you from working anywhere in the country, or even across a broad multi-state region, is a significant red flag for enforceability. Maryland courts look for a geographic scope that is reasonably tied to where the employer actually does business and where your work was actually performed. If the restriction extends far beyond that, it may not survive judicial scrutiny.
The Time Restriction Goes Beyond What a Court Will Accept
Most enforceable noncompetes in Maryland run for one to two years. Agreements that attempt to restrict competition for three, four, or five years are frequently challenged successfully. The longer the restriction, the more an employer needs to justify it, and many cannot.
The Agreement Wasn't Backed by Real Consideration
Under Maryland law, a noncompete must be supported by adequate legal consideration, meaning something of value given in exchange for your agreement to the restriction. If you were hired with the noncompete as part of your original offer, the job itself is typically sufficient consideration. But if you were asked to sign a noncompete mid-employment without any raise, promotion, bonus, or other tangible benefit offered in return, the agreement may lack the consideration necessary to be enforceable.
Your Role Has Changed Significantly Since You Signed
If you signed a noncompete when you were hired into one position and your responsibilities, title, or compensation changed substantially over time, the original agreement may no longer accurately reflect the legitimate business interests your employer can claim. Courts look at whether the restriction still makes sense given what your role actually became, not just what it was when you signed.
You Were Laid Off, Not Just Resigned
Being terminated involuntarily, particularly in a layoff, raises serious questions about whether enforcing a noncompete is equitable at all. While Maryland does not have a blanket rule that layoffs void noncompetes, courts do factor in the circumstances of separation.
Being restricted from earning a living in your industry after your employer chose to eliminate your position is an argument that carries real weight. If you are in this situation, severance and separation considerations often intersect directly with your noncompete obligations in ways worth reviewing carefully with an attorney.
Industries Where Noncompetes Are Being Challenged Most Aggressively in Maryland
Noncompete agreements are facing more pushback across a variety of industries, but some have become key battlegrounds. In Maryland, lawmakers and courts are paying closer attention to how these agreements affect both workers and the public, especially in fields where access to services really matters. That means employees in certain industries may have stronger reasons to question or challenge these restrictions.
Healthcare and Medical Professionals
Maryland has enacted specific restrictions on noncompetes for certain healthcare workers, particularly physicians. The policy rationale is straightforward: patients should not lose access to providers because of an employment dispute. If you work in healthcare and have been presented with or threatened by a noncompete, the legal landscape in your industry has specific protections that may apply to you.
Technology, Cybersecurity, and IT Workers
Tech workers in the Baltimore and DC metro area are frequently asked to sign noncompetes that are far broader than any legitimate business interest can justify. Restrictions that prevent a software developer or cybersecurity professional from working in their field within a large geographic radius for two years are commonly challenged, and employers in this sector often have difficulty demonstrating the kind of protectable interest that Maryland courts require.
Sales, Marketing, and Executive Roles
Sales and marketing professionals often have access to client relationships and business development strategies that employers do legitimately want to protect. However, there is a meaningful legal difference between protecting actual client relationships through a reasonable non-solicitation clause and imposing a sweeping noncompete that prevents someone from working in their industry entirely. Executives and senior leaders facing noncompete enforcement should consult an attorney before making any career moves, and should review any employment agreements and contract negotiations carefully before signing anything new.
What Happens If Your Employer Tries to Enforce a Noncompete Against You
Cease and Desist Letters: What They Actually Mean
Receiving a cease-and-desist letter from your former employer's attorney is alarming, but it is not a court order. It is a formal demand letter, and while it should be taken seriously, it does not mean you have already lost or that enforcement is inevitable. What it does mean is that you need to speak with an employment attorney immediately. What you say, do, or sign in response to that letter can significantly affect your legal position going forward. Do not respond to a cease-and-desist on your own.
Can Your New Employer Help You Fight It?
In some situations, yes. New employers with significant resources and an interest in retaining you sometimes agree to indemnify you against noncompete litigation, meaning they cover your legal costs and any damages if the former employer sues. This is more common in competitive industries where employers actively recruit from competitors and understand the risk. It is a conversation worth having with your new employer's legal team, but do not assume they will step in without asking directly.
The "Blue Pencil" Rule: How Maryland Courts Can Rewrite an Unfair Agreement
Maryland courts have the authority to modify an overbroad noncompete rather than simply voiding it entirely. This is known as the blue pencil doctrine. A court might, for example, reduce a three-year restriction to one year, or narrow a nationwide geographic scope to the state where you actually worked.
While this may sound like good news, it also means that even a clearly unreasonable agreement is not guaranteed to be thrown out completely. Having an attorney argue for full unenforceability is a more favorable outcome than accepting a judicially modified restriction.
What You Should Do Before You Make Your Next Career Move
Before you proceed, there are some important factors to consider regarding your noncompete agreement.
Do Not Assume Your Agreement Is Unenforceable Without a Legal Review
Maryland law has changed, the political environment around noncompetes has shifted, and many agreements signed years ago may not hold up today. But none of that means your specific agreement is automatically unenforceable. The only way to know is to have an employment attorney actually read it and apply current Maryland law to your specific facts.
Do Not Assume It Is Ironclad Either
Employers count on employees feeling too intimidated to question their noncompete. Many people walk away from job opportunities, turn down offers, or stay in positions they want to leave because they believe the noncompete gives their employer absolute power. That is frequently not true. An agreement that looks airtight may have meaningful legal vulnerabilities that are not obvious to someone without experience in this area.
Talk to an Employment Attorney Before You Sign Anything With Your New Employer
If you are in the process of accepting a new position, do not sign an employment agreement, a new noncompete, or any document related to your transition until you have had legal counsel review both your existing restrictions and your new obligations. Signing a new agreement can sometimes affect how courts interpret your prior noncompete, and the interaction between the two documents matters. Reviewing employment agreements and contract negotiations before you sign protects you from creating problems that are harder to solve later.
Lebau & Neuworth Helps Maryland Workers Fight Back Against Unfair Noncompetes
Your career is not something your former employer gets to control indefinitely. If a noncompete is standing between you and your next opportunity, or if you have received a legal threat and are not sure how seriously to take it, the right step is a confidential conversation with an attorney who is on your side.
Lebau & Neuworth represents employees, not employers. When you work with our firm, you get a team that will:
* Evaluate your agreement honestly against current Maryland law and tell you exactly where you stand
* Identify grounds to challenge enforceability based on scope, consideration, your role, and the circumstances of your departure
* Negotiate a release with your former employer when that is the most practical path forward
* Defend you if your former employer pursues litigation or sends a cease-and-desist letter
* Handle the full picture if your non compete situation also involves a wrongful termination, a layoff, or workplace retaliation after you gave notice
What is at stake when a noncompete is enforced against you is real: your income, your professional relationships, and your family's financial security. We take that seriously, and we fight accordingly. You can also review our FAQs for answers to common questions about non-compete agreements in Maryland. Contact us today at (667) 285-0368 to schedule your free, confidential consultation. You deserve to understand your rights before you make your next move, and we are here to help you do exactly that.
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Original text here: https://lebauneuworth.com/blog/is-my-noncompete-still-enforceable-in-maryland-in-2026/
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Greenberg Traurig's Homin Lee Recognized as Banking and Finance Visionary for Third Consecutive Year
MIAMI, Florida, March 26 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Greenberg Traurig's Homin Lee Recognized as Banking and Finance Visionary for Third Consecutive Year
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LOS ANGELES - March 26, 2026 - Homin Lee, a shareholder with global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, has been named a 2026 Banking and Finance Visionary by the Los Angeles Times Studios brand publishing team, marking the third consecutive year he has received this recognition.
Lee is among a select group of professionals highlighted in the 2026 issue of Business by
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MIAMI, Florida, March 26 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Greenberg Traurig's Homin Lee Recognized as Banking and Finance Visionary for Third Consecutive Year
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LOS ANGELES - March 26, 2026 - Homin Lee, a shareholder with global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, has been named a 2026 Banking and Finance Visionary by the Los Angeles Times Studios brand publishing team, marking the third consecutive year he has received this recognition.
Lee is among a select group of professionals highlighted in the 2026 issue of Business byLA Times Studios magazine, recognized as "architects of growth for businesses across the region" who demonstrate "exemplary leadership, strategic foresight, and unwavering commitment to both clients and communities" in the Southern California banking and finance sector.
Lee, a member of the firm's Corporate Practice, represents a wide range of clients, including private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies, public and private borrowers, numerous banks, debt funds, and other alternative lending institutions, advising them in connection with syndicated and bilateral loan financings, senior secured financings, first lien and second lien financings, unsecured financings, asset-based lending transactions, revolving and term loan facilities, investment grade financings, leverage finance transactions, and a full spectrum of other corporate and finance matters.
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Original text here: https://www.gtlaw.com/en/news/2026/03/press-releases/greenberg-traurigs-homin-lee-recognized-as-banking-and-finance-visionary-for-third-consecutive-year
Fisher Phillips Issues Commentary: 7 Themes Driving Data Privacy in 2026 - What Tech Companies Need to Know
ATLANTA, Georgia, March 26 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following commentary on March 25, 2026, by counsel Logan S. Booth and partner Brett P. Owens:
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7 Themes Driving Data Privacy in 2026: What Tech Companies Need to Know
As AI use accelerates, regulators are focusing more on data privacy enforcement - which means businesses need to make compliance a strategic priority. For tech companies in particular, the volume and sensitivity of data flowing through their systems creates heightened exposure under an expanding patchwork of data privacy laws. Whether you are a startup scaling
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ATLANTA, Georgia, March 26 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following commentary on March 25, 2026, by counsel Logan S. Booth and partner Brett P. Owens:
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7 Themes Driving Data Privacy in 2026: What Tech Companies Need to Know
As AI use accelerates, regulators are focusing more on data privacy enforcement - which means businesses need to make compliance a strategic priority. For tech companies in particular, the volume and sensitivity of data flowing through their systems creates heightened exposure under an expanding patchwork of data privacy laws. Whether you are a startup scalingquickly, or an established technology company integrating AI tools into your operations, here are seven things you need to know and seven steps you should consider taking now.
1. Evolving Privacy Laws Are Changing Employer Obligations
Tech companies often assume privacy regulations primarily apply to consumer-facing giants. In reality, many laws are triggered based on revenue thresholds, personal data volume, or the location of the individuals whose personal data you process.
Tech companies may be subject to:
* The EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
* The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
* Other comprehensive state privacy laws (like in Colorado, Virginia, and Texas)
* Industry-specific rules (HIPAA, GLBA, COPPA)
* International frameworks such as Canada's PIPEDA and Brazil's LGPD
Laws may cover existing and prospective employees' data in addition to customer information. Be sure to know what rules apply to your organization.
2. Employee Data Is a Growing Risk Area
Tech companies collect and process substantial amounts of workforce data, including:
* Applicant materials and background checks
* Payroll and tax records
* Health and benefits information
* Internal communications
* Device monitoring and productivity analytics
* Access logs and system activity
Several state and international privacy frameworks now give employees the right to access, correct, or delete certain personal data. Employers must ensure HR systems, monitoring tools, and SaaS platforms align with applicable notice, disclosure, and opt-out requirements. Remote work and distributed teams increase confusion on which jurisdictional rules apply.
Remember that data cannot be compromised if it's not collected or has been properly disposed of before a breach occurs. To that end, best practices include:
* Collecting only data necessary for a defined business purpose
* Establishing written data retention schedules
* Implementing automated deletion protocols
* Regularly auditing legacy systems and archived records
3. Security Alone Is Not Enough
Data security and data privacy are related but distinct. Security protects data from unauthorized access, while privacy governs how data is lawfully collected, used, shared, and retained. Complying with data security and privacy rules requires both technical safeguards and governance controls.
You may have strong security controls, yet still face liability if your business:
* Uses employee or customer data for undisclosed purposes
* Lacks a lawful basis for processing data
* Fails to provide required privacy notices
* Shares or sells data with third parties without requisite consent
4. Third-Party Risk Is Employer Risk
Tech companies rely heavily on third-party providers, including cloud hosting services, payroll and HR platforms, analytics vendors, AI tools, CRM and marketing platforms, and messaging platforms.
Most privacy laws hold businesses responsible for how vendors and other third parties handle the personal data they receive.
Employers should conduct thorough vendor due diligence, including:
* Reviewing and negotiating Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
* Confirming vendors maintain adequate and documented security controls
* Understanding sub-processors and cross-border transfers
* Limiting vendor access to necessary data only
* Ensuring data disposal requirements are met once the engagement ends
5. AI Amplifies Privacy Exposure
The rapid adoption of generative AI tools introduced additional legal complexity for tech companies. Risk areas include employees uploading confidential or personal data into public AI tools, training models on scraped data without consent, inadvertent disclosure of personal information in AI outputs, and lack of transparency around automated decision-making.
To mitigate these risks, your business should adopt written AI usage policies, delineate clear internal guardrails, implement workforce training, and review the AI terms and use for vendors and other third-party affiliates.
6. Breach Response Preparedness Is Essential
All US states and many international jurisdictions have breach notification laws, which impose notification obligations for compromises to personal data, sometimes within tight timeframes (for example, 72 hours under GDPR). Failure to respond promptly and appropriately can significantly increase legal liability and regulatory penalties.
You can prepare by creating a written incident response plan, establishing escalation procedures, working with privacy counsel, and testing communications protocols.
7. Privacy and Security Maturity Is Now a Competitive Expectation
Enterprise customers and investors increasingly conduct privacy and security due diligence before engaging technology vendors. Weak governance can delay or derail opportunities with customers and investors.
These parties look for clear and accessible privacy notices, documented data governance practices, regular risk assessments that track enterprise maturation, and continuous oversight.
Practical Steps for Tech Companies
To reduce risk and strengthen compliance, you should consider:
1. Conducting data mapping exercises to understand what personal data your business collects and where it resides.
2. Reviewing employee and applicant privacy notices for compliance with applicable laws.
3. Auditing vendor agreements for appropriate data protection provisions.
4. Implementing or updating AI governance policies.
5. Pressure testing your cybersecurity policies and procedures for efficacy and comprehensiveness.
6. Establishing or refreshing an incident response plan.
7. Evaluating data retention and deletion practices.
Conclusion
Make sure you are subscribed to Fisher Phillips' Insight System to receive the latest content relevant to your tech business. If you have questions, contact the authors of this Insight, your Fisher Phillips attorney, or any attorney on our Tech Industry Team or Privacy and Cyber Team.
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Original text here: https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/7-themes-driving-data-privacy-in-2026
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Taft Presents at 2026 P3C Conference
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Taft Presents at 2026 P3C Conference
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Taft participated in the 2026 P3C Public-Private Partnership Conference in Dallas through the P3 Project Lifecycle Intensive and the session, "State of the P3 Market: Trends, Innovation, and What's Next." Taft partner Thomas A. John worked with public officials and private sector participants on practical approaches to evaluating, structuring, and delivering public-private partnership (P3) projects.
As part of the P3 Project Lifecycle Intensive,
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Taft Presents at 2026 P3C Conference
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Taft participated in the 2026 P3C Public-Private Partnership Conference in Dallas through the P3 Project Lifecycle Intensive and the session, "State of the P3 Market: Trends, Innovation, and What's Next." Taft partner Thomas A. John worked with public officials and private sector participants on practical approaches to evaluating, structuring, and delivering public-private partnership (P3) projects.
As part of the P3 Project Lifecycle Intensive,John helped walk through key stages of P3 projects, from early feasibility and procurement through contract implementation and long-term asset management. The program focused on risk allocation, delivery models, and performance obligations to help government owners align project structures with policy goals and budget realities.
On Tuesday, March 24, John spoke during "State of the P3 Market: Trends, Innovation, and What's Next." The session examined the strength and composition of the current P3 pipeline, identified areas where deal activity is accelerating, and discussed how recent transactions are shaping market expectations.
Speakers also addressed how projects are being structured to respond to shifting public and private priorities, including resilience, sustainability, and community benefits. Attendees received practical insight into current market dynamics and considerations for advancing P3 opportunities in transportation, social infrastructure, utilities, and other essential public assets.
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Original text here: https://www.taftlaw.com/news-events/news/taft-presents-at-2026-p3c-conference/
Reed Smith practices and lawyers recognized in Chambers Europe 2026
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Reed Smith, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Reed Smith practices and lawyers recognized in Chambers Europe 2026
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LONDON - Global law firm Reed Smith has earned four practice rankings in the newest edition of Chambers Europe, with the guide also recognizing 12 of the firm's lawyers, including a Band 1 ranking for Athens-based partner Dimitris Assimakis for Greece, Energy.
The rankings highlight the firm's excellence in EU law, energy, shipping, life sciences, M&A, private equity, litigation, and corporate
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PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Reed Smith, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Reed Smith practices and lawyers recognized in Chambers Europe 2026
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LONDON - Global law firm Reed Smith has earned four practice rankings in the newest edition of Chambers Europe, with the guide also recognizing 12 of the firm's lawyers, including a Band 1 ranking for Athens-based partner Dimitris Assimakis for Greece, Energy.
The rankings highlight the firm's excellence in EU law, energy, shipping, life sciences, M&A, private equity, litigation, and corporatelaw.
PRACTICE RANKINGS
The full list of Reed Smith practices recognized by Chambers Europe 2026, which is now separate from Chambers France and Chambers Germany, is as follows.
* Belgium - Competition: EU
* Greece - Energy
* United Kingdom - Commercial and Corporate Litigation
* United Kingdom - Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market
LAWYER RANKINGS
The full list of Reed Smith lawyers recognized by Chambers Europe 2026 is as follows:
* Dimitris Assimakis, Greece, Energy (Band 1)
* Linton Bloomberg, UK, Restructuring/Insolvency
* Christian Filippitsch, Belgium, Competition: EU
* Brendan Gallen, UK, Investment Funds: Private Equity
* Kathleen Garrett, UK, Restructuring/Insolvency
* Ali Ishaq, UK, Commercial and Corporate Litigation
* Minas Kitsilis, Greece, Energy
* Marcus Price, UK, Commercial and Corporate Litigation
* Philip Taylor, UK, Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market
* Sally-Ann Underhill, Greece, Shipping
* Wim Vandenberghe, Belgium, Life Sciences: EU
* Michael Young, UK, Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market
The Chambers Europe guide is based on detailed research and analysis, including interviews with in-house counsel and third-party experts. The guide helps clients find leading lawyers and other professionals across the globe.
About Reed Smith
Reed Smith is a dynamic international law firm dedicated to helping clients move their businesses forward. With an inclusive culture and innovative mindset, we deliver smarter, more creative legal services that drive better outcomes for our clients. Our deep industry knowledge, long-standing relationships and collaborative structure make us the go-to partner for complex disputes, transactions, and regulatory matters.
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Paul Hastings Secures Victory for Kyverna Therapeutics in the Northern District of California
LOS ANGELES, California, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Paul Hastings, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Paul Hastings Secures Victory for Kyverna Therapeutics in the Northern District of California
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Paul Hastings LLP secured a victory for Kyverna Therapeutics (Nasdaq: KYTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing cell therapies to treat patients with autoimmune diseases, in the Northern District of California when the Honorable P. Casey Pitts granted Kyverna's motion to dismiss in Rondini v. Kyverna Therapeutics, Inc. et al.
On Jan. 8, 2025, a
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LOS ANGELES, California, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Paul Hastings, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Paul Hastings Secures Victory for Kyverna Therapeutics in the Northern District of California
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Paul Hastings LLP secured a victory for Kyverna Therapeutics (Nasdaq: KYTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing cell therapies to treat patients with autoimmune diseases, in the Northern District of California when the Honorable P. Casey Pitts granted Kyverna's motion to dismiss in Rondini v. Kyverna Therapeutics, Inc. et al.
On Jan. 8, 2025, astockholder filed a putative class action complaint against Kyverna, certain of its directors and officers, and the underwriters of Kyverna's initial public offering, alleging causes of action for violations of Sections 11, 12 and 15 of the Securities Act of 1933, stating that Kyverna misled investors in its IPO by touting promising early clinical trial results for its lead drug candidate -KYV-101, a CAR T-cell therapy.
The court granted Kyverna's motion to dismiss in late March 2026, stating that the plaintiffs failed to plausibly allege that the defendants violated Section 11, a strict liability statute; the plaintiff failed to state a claim under Section 12(a)(2) because the defendant did not purchase securities directly from the IPO; and the defendant's Section 15 claim rises and falls with the other claims.
Partner Scott Carlton led the Paul Hastings team, which included of counsel Brian Kaewert.
About Paul Hastings
With widely recognized elite teams across 17 core practices, Paul Hastings is a premier law firm with a culture of excellence focused on providing intellectual capital and superior execution globally to the world's leading investment banks, asset managers and corporations.
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Kirkland Represents Nexstar Media on $7 Billion Financing in Connection with the TEGNA Acquisition
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Kirkland Represents Nexstar Media on $7 Billion Financing in Connection with the TEGNA Acquisition
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Kirkland & Ellis advised Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, in a series of financing transactions in connection with its acquisition of TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA). The financing was comprised
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CHICAGO, Illinois, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Kirkland Represents Nexstar Media on $7 Billion Financing in Connection with the TEGNA Acquisition
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Kirkland & Ellis advised Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, in a series of financing transactions in connection with its acquisition of TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA). The financing was comprisedof (i) a $3,390 million senior secured notes due 2033, (ii) a $1,725 million senior notes due 2034, (iii) a $1,750 million term loan B facility and (iv) a $150 million cash flow facility.
The proceeds from the financing were used to finance the consummation of the TEGNA acquisition, which occurred on March 19, 2026, and to pay certain indebtedness of TEGNA and Nexstar in connection therewith.
The Kirkland team included capital markets lawyers Josh Korff, Alborz Tolou, Sarah Lipinski, Joyce Kim, Alex Saenz and Saif Ali; debt finance lawyers Yuli Wang, Yinan Guo, Samantha Mariani, Jay Gao and Christiano Yay; tax lawyers Dean Shulman, Vincent Thorn and Olivia Chilcott; and technology & IP transactions lawyers Bernadette Coppola, Matthew Lovell and Christina Welch.
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Gibson Dunn Scores Decisive Win for New York Times in Challenge to Constitutionality of New Pentagon Press Policy
LOS ANGELES, California, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Gibson Dunn Scores Decisive Win for New York Times in Challenge to Constitutionality of New Pentagon Press Policy
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A Gibson Dunn team led by partner Theodore J. Boutrous Jr. scored a decisive win for The New York Times in its challenge of the constitutionality of the Trump administration's new Pentagon press policy governing the issuance, denial, and revocation of press credentials at the Pentagon.
The policy gave Department of Defense officials unfettered
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LOS ANGELES, California, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Gibson Dunn Scores Decisive Win for New York Times in Challenge to Constitutionality of New Pentagon Press Policy
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A Gibson Dunn team led by partner Theodore J. Boutrous Jr. scored a decisive win for The New York Times in its challenge of the constitutionality of the Trump administration's new Pentagon press policy governing the issuance, denial, and revocation of press credentials at the Pentagon.
The policy gave Department of Defense officials unfettereddiscretion to revoke or deny a reporter's press credential if they determined that the reporter posed a "safety or security risk," expressly allowing that determination to be based on the reporter's newsgathering or reporting of Department-related information that was not officially approved for publication.
In its decision, the United States District Court for the District of Columbia granted the motion for summary judgment filed by The Times and its reporter Julian Barnes, holding that the Department's policy violated the First and Fifth Amendments. The Court vacated the policy's unconstitutional provisions and entered an injunction requiring the Department to immediately reinstate Times reporters' credentials.
The decision, said Ted Boutrous, "is a powerful rejection of the Pentagon's effort to impede freedom of the press and the reporting of vital information to the American people during a time of war. As the court recognized, those provisions violate not only the First Amendment and the Due Process Clause, but also the founding principle that the nation's security depends upon a free press. The district court's opinion is not just a win for The Times, Mr. Barnes, and other journalists, but most importantly, for the American people who benefit from their coverage of the Pentagon."
The winning Gibson Dunn team included partners Katie Townsend and Lee Crain, of counsel Susan Pelletier, and associates Zachary Freund, Eric Brooks, Chase Weidner, Tamara Skinner, Raleigh Cavero, and Apratim Vidyarthi.
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Four Debevoise Partners Named "Dealmakers of the Year" by The American Lawyer
NEW YORK, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Debevoise and Plimpton, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Four Debevoise Partners Named "Dealmakers of the Year" by The American Lawyer
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Debevoise & Plimpton LLP partners Jonathan Levitsky, Simone Hicks, Benjamin Pedersen and Peter Schuur have been named "Dealmakers of the Year" by The American Lawyer. The partners were recognized for advising Warner Bros. Discovery in its sale to Paramount Skydance Corporation at an enterprise value of $110 billion, the second largest media deal ever and the largest all-cash transaction in corporate
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NEW YORK, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Debevoise and Plimpton, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Four Debevoise Partners Named "Dealmakers of the Year" by The American Lawyer
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Debevoise & Plimpton LLP partners Jonathan Levitsky, Simone Hicks, Benjamin Pedersen and Peter Schuur have been named "Dealmakers of the Year" by The American Lawyer. The partners were recognized for advising Warner Bros. Discovery in its sale to Paramount Skydance Corporation at an enterprise value of $110 billion, the second largest media deal ever and the largest all-cash transaction in corporatehistory. The American Lawyer 's annual Dealmakers of the Year list recognizes the leading corporate lawyers and transactions of the previous year.
Mr. Levitsky, an M&A partner, advises public and private companies and private equity sponsors on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and corporate governance matters.
Mr. Schuur, Chair of the firm's global tax practice, advises on a broad range of U.S. and cross-border transactions, with a focus on public and private M&A and other corporate transactions.
Ms. Hicks, an executive compensation and employee benefits partner, advises on benefits and tax issues that arise in public and private mergers and acquisitions and other corporate transactions.
Mr. Pedersen, a capital markets partner, advises public and private companies on offerings of debt and equity securities, securities laws, disclosure and corporate governance.
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Clark Hill Dublin Recognised by the Legal 500 for Excellence in Dispute Resolution and Real Estate
BIRMINGHAM, Michigan, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Clark Hill, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Clark Hill Dublin Recognised by the Legal 500 for Excellence in Dispute Resolution and Real Estate
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Clark Hill is proud to announce that its Dublin office has been recognized by The Legal 500 for outstanding performance in both Dispute Resolution and Real Estate practices. This recognition reflects the firm's continued commitment to delivering strategic, high-impact legal counsel to clients across Ireland and beyond.
The Legal 500, a globally recognised legal directory, ranks
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BIRMINGHAM, Michigan, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Clark Hill, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Clark Hill Dublin Recognised by the Legal 500 for Excellence in Dispute Resolution and Real Estate
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Clark Hill is proud to announce that its Dublin office has been recognized by The Legal 500 for outstanding performance in both Dispute Resolution and Real Estate practices. This recognition reflects the firm's continued commitment to delivering strategic, high-impact legal counsel to clients across Ireland and beyond.
The Legal 500, a globally recognised legal directory, rankstop law firms and practitioners based on rigorous independent research, client feedback, and industry analysis. Clark Hill's inclusion in the rankings reflects the firm's dedication to delivering strategic, results-driven solutions for its clients across a broad range of legal issues including disputes, regulatory matters, and transactions.
Clark Hill continues to expand its presence in the Irish market, combining local experience with the resources of a global firm to support clients across a broad range of industries.
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BCLP Ranked in Legal 500 EMEA 2026
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, a law firm, issued the following news:
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BCLP Ranked in Legal 500 EMEA 2026
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BCLP is pleased to announce that it has been ranked in the Legal 500 EMEA Guide 2026. The firm received 22 practice area rankings across 5 jurisdictions.
12 lawyers received individual rankings including, Philip Hecht, Oliver Hallsworth, and Flora Haider who entered the rankings for the first time
* Hannah Gohar - Leading Associate, United Arab Emirates, Real Estate
* Farida Sadiq - United Arab Emirates, Real Estate
* Philip
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ST. LOUIS, Missouri, March 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, a law firm, issued the following news:
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BCLP Ranked in Legal 500 EMEA 2026
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BCLP is pleased to announce that it has been ranked in the Legal 500 EMEA Guide 2026. The firm received 22 practice area rankings across 5 jurisdictions.
12 lawyers received individual rankings including, Philip Hecht, Oliver Hallsworth, and Flora Haider who entered the rankings for the first time
* Hannah Gohar - Leading Associate, United Arab Emirates, Real Estate
* Farida Sadiq - United Arab Emirates, Real Estate
* PhilipHecht - Hall of Fame, United Arab Emirates, Real Estate
* Richard Dupay - United Arab Emirates, Construction
* Oliver Hallsworth - Next Generation Partner, United Arab Emirates, Commercial Contracts
* Flora Haider - Leading Associate, United Arab Emirates, Commercial Contracts
* Olivier Mesmin - Leading Partner, France, Tax
* Christine Daric - Leading Partner, France, Tax
* Julie Catala Marty - Leading Partner, France, EU, Competition and Distribution
* Jean-Louis Martin - Leading Partner, France, Real Estate
* Vincent Trevisani - Leading Partner, Energy Projects
* Christian Lonquich - Leading Partner. Germany, Real Estate
* Frank Schwem - Leading Partner, Germany, Real Estate Finance
BCLP's Dubai Real Estate team maintained its stellar Tier 1 ranking, crystalising its position as a top-tier practice in the region. The Construction team also retained its Tier 2 ranking, noted for its cross-border construction mandates and FIDIC contracts. The team is also recognised for its Commercial Contracts and Dispute Resolution: arbitration and international litigation practices. Clients remarked:
* " The Real Estate team provides actionable advice and a proactive approach to construction risk management."
* " BCLP have an excellent team based in Abu Dhabi, they have excellent knowledge of the real estate sector and apply a highly commercial approach to advice and transactions generally."
* "The partners are very responsive and allocate work to their team as appropriate, whilst maintaining a close watching brief."
BCLP's Saudi Arabia team was ranked for the first time for Dispute Resolution. Under the leadership of Othman Alshmry, the team is noted for its handling of contentious construction matters and working across the healthcare, energy and manufacturing sectors.
In Paris, the team received 13 practice area rankings, including brand new rankings for Media and Entertainment: Sports headed by Jean-Louis Martin, and Industry Focus: IT and Internet. The team also maintained its two 'Firm to Watch' rankings for Private Equity: Fund Formation and Banking and Finance: Bank Regulatory, and elevated to Tier 3 for Compliance. The Competition, Litigation, Real Estate, Energy, Tax and Employment groups are also ranked. Clients noted:
* Dispute Resolution: "Excellent knowledge of the banking sector in addition to litigation expertise. A cohesive team with good information sharing and diverse profiles."
* EU, Competition, and Distribution : "Julie Catala Marty is a remarkable practitioner of competition law. She combines an encyclopaedic knowledge of the subject with a highly developed creativity."
* Industry Focus: Energy : "True energy sector professionals, with flexibility and good communication."
* Tax: "The team boasts a wealth of true specialists in every aspect of the law who are all attentive and skilled communicators."
Dave Anderson leads BCLP's Brussels EU and Competition practice which is noted for its ' significant experience in handling high-value merger control mandates' with sector strength across energy, shipping, financial services, and technology.
BCLP's German team received 4 practice area rankings and maintained its 'Firm to Watch' ranking for Employment. It was also highlighted for its Real Estate expertise, for its handling of cross-border real estate investments leveraging its pan-European offices.
Client Commentary:
* "The team is highly responsive and commercial in negotiations."
* "Albrecht von Breitenbuch is a very diligent and trustworthy advocate. He has a great understanding of the needs of a broad range of clients."
The Legal 500 is an independent legal benchmarking platform which analyses the capabilities of law firms across the world, providing a comprehensive research programme revised annually bring the most up-to-date vision of the global legal market.
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