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Dentons Adds 7-Strong Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team Led by Dr. Roman Dorfler and Dr. Martin Beckmann in Germany
WASHINGTON, May 5 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Dentons adds 7-strong Litigation and Dispute Resolution team led by Dr. Roman Dorfler and Dr. Martin Beckmann in Germany
Berlin--Global law firm Dentons is expanding its Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice in Germany with the arrival of a renowned team led by partners Dr. Roman Dorfler and Dr. Martin Beckmann. They joined Dentons' Berlin office on May 1, 2026 from PwC Legal, along with the two counsels Jakob Frank and Steffen Kamprolf, senior associate Dr. Saskia Naomi Merle and associates Martin Geus and Peter
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WASHINGTON, May 5 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Dentons adds 7-strong Litigation and Dispute Resolution team led by Dr. Roman Dorfler and Dr. Martin Beckmann in Germany
Berlin--Global law firm Dentons is expanding its Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice in Germany with the arrival of a renowned team led by partners Dr. Roman Dorfler and Dr. Martin Beckmann. They joined Dentons' Berlin office on May 1, 2026 from PwC Legal, along with the two counsels Jakob Frank and Steffen Kamprolf, senior associate Dr. Saskia Naomi Merle and associates Martin Geus and PeterSchwab.
The new team significantly increases Dentons' clout and capacity in litigation. They bring deep experience in corporate and insolvency-related disputes, model declaratory actions and class actions--particularly in the areas of banking and capital markets law--as well as supply chain compliance, advisor liability, and director and officer liability.
Dr. Matthias Hadding, Head of the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice in Germany, commented: "Roman Dorfler and Martin Beckmannare highly experienced litigators who have been setting the standard in complex proceedings--particularly in financial disputes, class actions, and collective litigation--for many years. Their experience in strategic litigation and collective legal protection ideally complements our existing team."
Roman Dorfler has more than 20 years' experience handling complex national and international disputes before state courts and arbitral tribunals. He focuses on corporate and commercial disputes as well as banking and capital markets law and is well known for representing financial institutions in mass, class, and landmark proceedings.
Martin Beckmann has been practicing law since 2005 and represents clients in complex national and international disputes before state courts, in arbitration proceedings, and in out-of-court dispute resolution. His practice focuses on financial, corporate, and insolvency disputes. His expertise in contract and liability law includes, among other things, post-M&A conflicts, advisor liability, and director and officer liability.
Dr. Rebekka Hye-Knudsen, Co-Managing Partner Germany, said: "Building strong Litigation and Dispute Resolution capabilities is a central component of our growth strategy in Germany. The new team complements our existing services and will strengthen our firm in the long term."
Dr. Matthias Santelmann, Co-Managing Partner for Germany, added: "Increasing regulation, new instruments of collective legal protection, and increasingly complex commercial disputes: these are the realities our clients face. With the addition of Roman Dorfler, Martin Beckmann and their team, we will be able to provide our clients with comprehensive support in major cross-border disputes, while strengthening our market position in litigation."
Roman Dorfler on the move: "With its global platform, Dentons offers excellent opportunities to handle complex disputes with an international dimension from a single source. The German practice's use of technology and close collaboration with other practice groups and offices will provide ideal conditions for the further development of our practice."
Martin Beckmann added: "Dentons has the right structure and culture, as well as unrivaled global reach, to support clients in national and cross-border disputes. The Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice is part of the Firm's full-service offering and represents a specialized yet interdisciplinary approach. Our team looks forward to working with our new colleagues to further establish Dentons as the premier choice for sophisticated commercial dispute resolution."
With the addition of the Berlin team, Dentons is continuing the growth of its Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice, which comprises more than 20 lawyers in Germany and more than 1,300 worldwide. In December 2025, Sebastian Wulbeck joined the Dusseldorf office as a partner.
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Original text here: https://www.dentons.com/en/about-dentons/news-events-and-awards/news/2026/may/dentons-adds-7-strong-litigation-and-dispute-resolution-team
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Arnold & Porter Defeats Class Certification in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
WASHINGTON, May 5 -- Arnold and Porter, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Arnold & Porter Defeats Class Certification in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
Arnold & Porter has secured another victory for Epoch Everlasting Play, LLC in a consumer products lawsuit over its Calico Critters toy line. On May 4, 2026, Judge Wright of the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California denied with prejudice a renewed motion for class certification, eliminating all class claims in the case and barring any future class certification motion.
Plaintiffs
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WASHINGTON, May 5 -- Arnold and Porter, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Arnold & Porter Defeats Class Certification in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
Arnold & Porter has secured another victory for Epoch Everlasting Play, LLC in a consumer products lawsuit over its Calico Critters toy line. On May 4, 2026, Judge Wright of the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California denied with prejudice a renewed motion for class certification, eliminating all class claims in the case and barring any future class certification motion.
Plaintiffsalleged that the Calico Critters products are hazardous and sought to halt sales and obtain full refunds for California purchasers under the state's Unfair Competition Law.
Judge Wright held that the plaintiffs could not satisfy Rule 23's adequacy requirement, finding that the named plaintiff's lack of standing to seek injunctive relief, as previously determined by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, created a conflict with absent class members who might still pursue such relief.
This decision builds on an appellate victory from September 2025, in which the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, on interlocutory appeal under Rule 23(f), vacated the district court's initial order granting class certification.
The Arnold & Porter team was led by partners James Speyer, Ian Hoffman, and William Perdue; senior counsel Eric Rubel; senior associate Henry Morris; and associate Zach Woodward.
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Original text here: https://www.arnoldporter.com/en/perspectives/news/2026/05/arnold-porter-defeats-class-certification-in-the-us-district-court
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Reed Smith expands private equity footprint in Southern California with addition of partner Bryan Ikegami in Century City
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Reed Smith, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Reed Smith expands private equity footprint in Southern California with addition of partner Bryan Ikegami in Century City
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LOS ANGELES - Global law firm Reed Smith today announced the addition of Bryan Ikegami as a partner in its Global Corporate Group, resident in the Century City office. Ikegami's practice focuses on representing private equity funds and their portfolio companies in complex transactions. He led the West region of his previous firm's private equity
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PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Reed Smith, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Reed Smith expands private equity footprint in Southern California with addition of partner Bryan Ikegami in Century City
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LOS ANGELES - Global law firm Reed Smith today announced the addition of Bryan Ikegami as a partner in its Global Corporate Group, resident in the Century City office. Ikegami's practice focuses on representing private equity funds and their portfolio companies in complex transactions. He led the West region of his previous firm's private equityand M&A practice.
"Bryan is a first-rate private equity lawyer who brings the perspective of an investor and deal maker to each transaction," said Matthew Mohn, co-chair of Reed Smith's Global Corporate Group and chair of its U.S. Corporate Group. "His ability to build client relationships and serve as an extension of their deal teams will be an asset to our platform."
Ikegami advises private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies and other public and private companies across all stages of domestic and cross-border transactions, and on corporate governance, executive compensation, and equity incentive arrangements. His experience spans industries including aerospace and defense, financial services, energy, health care, industrials, and technology.
"Bryan's arrival strengthens our private equity and corporate capabilities in Southern California and reflects our investment in the market," said Ashok W. Mukhey, managing partner of Reed Smith's Century City office. "Clients here will benefit from his wide-ranging experience and his track record in nearly all industries."
"I'm excited to join Reed Smith and work alongside the talented team in Century City and across the firm," said Ikegami. "I look forward to helping Reed Smith build even more momentum as a top-tier firm for Southern California's private equity market."
Prior to joining Reed Smith, Ikegami was a partner at Winston & Strawn. He earned his J.D. from Columbia Law School and his B.A., magna cum laude, from Claremont McKenna College.
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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Original text here: https://www.reedsmith.com/news/reed-smith-expands-private-equity-footprint-in-southern-california-with-addition-of-partner-bryan-ikegami-in-century-city/
McDermott Will & Schulte expands Energy & Project Finance team with partners Sebastian Chan and Eli Humphries
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- McDermott Will and Emery, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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McDermott Will & Schulte expands Energy & Project Finance team with partners Sebastian Chan and Eli Humphries
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As growth in the energy and infrastructure sectors accelerates, global law firm McDermott Will & Schulte continues to invest in its market-leading Energy & Project Finance platform with the addition of partners Sebastian Chan and Eli Humphries, strengthening transactional and private equity capabilities. Sebastian joins from Kirkland & Ellis while Eli
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CHICAGO, Illinois, May 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- McDermott Will and Emery, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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McDermott Will & Schulte expands Energy & Project Finance team with partners Sebastian Chan and Eli Humphries
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As growth in the energy and infrastructure sectors accelerates, global law firm McDermott Will & Schulte continues to invest in its market-leading Energy & Project Finance platform with the addition of partners Sebastian Chan and Eli Humphries, strengthening transactional and private equity capabilities. Sebastian joins from Kirkland & Ellis while Elijoins from Norton Rose Fulbright.
Sebastian and Eli bring deep experience on the debt side of project finance transactions and will help meet rising client demand from leading private equity sponsors, financial institutions, and the federal government. As the project finance market evolves, deals are becoming more complex across renewable energy, infrastructure, LNG, and battery storage, spanning construction and long-term debt financings, tax equity-related structures, and public-private partnership matters.
"Sebastian and Eli meaningfully enhance our team and underscore our commitment to building a go-to platform for high value energy financings," said Harris Siskind, global head of McDermott's Transactions Practice Group. "Their work enables us to deliver even greater value on some of the energy sector's most critical and time-sensitive matters, supporting clients across the full lifecycle of conventional and renewable energy, as well as infrastructure projects."
With Sebastian's and Eli's arrivals, McDermott's Energy & Project Finance Practice continues to scale its market-leading capabilities, advising sponsors, developers, lenders, and investors across the full lifecycle of conventional and renewable energy and infrastructure projects.
"I was drawn to McDermott's growth in the energy and infrastructure sectors and the opportunity to play a meaningful role in the expansion of its energy finance platform," said Sebastian. "The firm's integrated Transactions practice and focus on innovation make it an ideal environment to help clients navigate increasingly nuanced financing challenges."
"McDermott has built a truly collaborative and forward-looking Energy & Project Finance practice with real momentum," said Eli. "I am excited to join a team that pairs technical excellence with a strong client-first approach and is shaping the future of the energy market."
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Original text here: https://www.mcdermottlaw.com/media/mcdermott-will-schulte-expands-energy-project-finance-team-with-partners-sebastian-chan-and-eli-humphries/
Greenberg Traurig Represents Blake L. Sartini In Acquisition of Golden Entertainment and Its Transition to Private, Family-Owned Operation
MIAMI, Florida, May 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Greenberg Traurig Represents Blake L. Sartini In Acquisition of Golden Entertainment and Its Transition to Private, Family-Owned Operation
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LAS VEGAS - May 4, 2026 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP represented Blake L. Sartini in the successful completion of Mr. Sartini's transition of Golden Entertainment to a private, family-owned operation following the close of a transaction involving Golden Entertainment and VICI Properties Inc. (NYSE: VICI). The transaction
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MIAMI, Florida, May 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Greenberg Traurig Represents Blake L. Sartini In Acquisition of Golden Entertainment and Its Transition to Private, Family-Owned Operation
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LAS VEGAS - May 4, 2026 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP represented Blake L. Sartini in the successful completion of Mr. Sartini's transition of Golden Entertainment to a private, family-owned operation following the close of a transaction involving Golden Entertainment and VICI Properties Inc. (NYSE: VICI). The transactionclosed April 30 with Golden Entertainment shareholders receiving a $2.75 cash dividend and 0.902 shares of VICI stock per share of Golden stock.
In connection with the transaction, VICI Properties acquired the real estate assets associated with seven of Golden Entertainment's casino resorts and entered into a triple-net master lease with entities controlled by Mr. Sartini. Golden Entertainment will continue to operate its full casino and tavern portfolio going forward.
"We were honored to represent Blake L. Sartini in returning Golden Entertainment to private family ownership. We congratulate Blake and the entire Golden Entertainment team!" said Greenberg Traurig Las Vegas Co-Managing Shareholder Michael J. Bonner.
In addition to Bonner, the Greenberg Traurig deal team was led by Tampa Corporate Shareholder Dmitriy A. Tartakovskiy and Real Estate Practice member and Las Vegas office Co-Managing Shareholder Jim Mace.
The team also included Washington, D.C., Corporate Shareholder James Doyle, Fort Lauderdale Corporate Shareholder Laurie L. Green, Las Vegas Corporate and Hospitality Shareholder Brandon Roos, Denver Tax Shareholder Robert D. Simon, and New York Tax Shareholder Carl J. Riley ; Las Vegas Corporate Of Counsel Gregory H. Cooper ; and Fort Lauderdale Corporate Associate R. Joel Todd, Washington, D.C., Corporate Associate Jason Hak Hyun Kim, Chicago Gaming Associate Brenden P. Dunleavy, and Las Vegas Corporate Associate Serena Ruedas.
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Original text here: https://www.gtlaw.com/en/news/2026/05/press-releases/greenberg-traurig-represents-blake-l-sartini-in-acquisition-of-golden-entertainment-and-its-transition-to-private-family-owned-operation
Crocker to Serve as a Panelist at the Federal Bar Association N.D. of Ohio Bench-Bar Conference
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, May 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Crocker to Serve as a Panelist at the Federal Bar Association N.D. of Ohio Bench-Bar Conference
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Taft Cleveland partner Julie Crocker will co-moderate a panel discussion featuring U.S. District Court Judges Patricia A. Gaughan and Solomon Oliver, Jr., alongside federal public defender Stephen Newman on May 14, 2026. The panel will focus on practice in the Northern District of Ohio, offering insights on hearings and motion practice, effective trial strategies, and civil and criminal
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, May 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Crocker to Serve as a Panelist at the Federal Bar Association N.D. of Ohio Bench-Bar Conference
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Taft Cleveland partner Julie Crocker will co-moderate a panel discussion featuring U.S. District Court Judges Patricia A. Gaughan and Solomon Oliver, Jr., alongside federal public defender Stephen Newman on May 14, 2026. The panel will focus on practice in the Northern District of Ohio, offering insights on hearings and motion practice, effective trial strategies, and civil and criminalcase management.
For more information on the FBA's second annual N.D. of Ohio Bench-Bar conference, click here.
Crocker is an effective and experienced trial attorney who focuses her practice on commercial transactions and business litigation matters. She regularly represents clients in shareholder disputes, real property matters, and M&A-related claims involving private equity and venture-backed companies.
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Original text here: https://www.taftlaw.com/news-events/news/crocker-to-serve-as-a-panelist-at-the-federal-bar-association-northern-district-of-ohio-conference/
BCLP Hosts Global Financial Institutions Pro Bono Day Events
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, May 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, a law firm, issued the following news:
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BCLP Hosts Global Financial Institutions Pro Bono Day Events
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BCLP's Financial Institutions Sector hosted its first-ever global Financial Institutions Pro Bono Day (FIPBD) with a series of events across the US and the UK. FIPBD is an annual industry-wide initiative that mobilizes legal professionals from leading financial institutions and law firms to provide pro bono services.
On April 30, BCLP hosted the University of Missouri School of Law Veterans Clinic (Mizzou
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ST. LOUIS, Missouri, May 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, a law firm, issued the following news:
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BCLP Hosts Global Financial Institutions Pro Bono Day Events
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BCLP's Financial Institutions Sector hosted its first-ever global Financial Institutions Pro Bono Day (FIPBD) with a series of events across the US and the UK. FIPBD is an annual industry-wide initiative that mobilizes legal professionals from leading financial institutions and law firms to provide pro bono services.
On April 30, BCLP hosted the University of Missouri School of Law Veterans Clinic (MizzouLaw Veterans Clinic). Together, BCLP and the Veterans Clinic provided a CLE training session and pro bono opportunities focused on assisting U.S. military veterans. The celebrations included in-person events in Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, New York, and St. Louis, and virtual attendees across the country, with attendance from clients including Wells Fargo and Citigroup.
"For the past five years, Wells Fargo has been proud to partner with BCLP on Financial Institutions Pro Bono Day and to see the meaningful impact this collaboration has for individuals and communities in need. We are excited to continue this partnership again this year in support of this important work." - Ashlin Mosby, Co-Chair of Wells Fargo Legal Department's Pro Bono Program.
"Our Financial Institutions Sector is devoted to collaborating with our FI clients across geographies to support individuals and nonprofits who rely on access to high-quality legal assistance. We would not be as successful in our Pro Bono efforts without the strong commitment and support from our clients. Special thanks to our dedicated attorneys and to the Pro Bono Institute for their tireless efforts to support our communities." - Paul Donohue, Partner and US Financial Institutions Sector Leader.
In BCLP's London office, FIPBD marked the conclusion of the firm's collaborative partnership with BNP Paribas and Aspiring Solicitors. Through Aspiring Solicitors, BCLP and BNP Paribas worked together to provide students from under-represented backgrounds with tailored guidance, practical insights, and targeted skills development to support their progression into the legal profession. Read more about our mentoring efforts here.
As a global firm, BCLP's commitment to pro bono work remains a defining part of the firm's mission.
Read more about BCLP's ongoing efforts through pro bono efforts in our communities here. To learn more about FIPBD, click here.
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Original text here: https://www.bclplaw.com/en-US/events-insights-news/bclp-hosts-global-financial-institutions-pro-bono-day-events.html
