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Katrina Pagonis to Present at AHLA
LOS ANGELES, California, March 7 -- Hooper, Lundy and Bookman, a law firm, issued the following news on March 6, 2026:
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Katrina Pagonis to Present at AHLA
Katrina Pagonis will present "Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System Update," on March 18 & 19, 2026, for American Health Law Association (AHLA)'s Institute on Medicare and Medicaid Payment Issues.
The session will primarily focus on:
* Inpatient hospital payment update
* Wage index issues
* Uncompensated care payments
* Other Noteworthy Provisions in the IPPS Final Rule
* Beyond the IPPS: Key Policies in the OPPS Final Rule
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LOS ANGELES, California, March 7 -- Hooper, Lundy and Bookman, a law firm, issued the following news on March 6, 2026:
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Katrina Pagonis to Present at AHLA
Katrina Pagonis will present "Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System Update," on March 18 & 19, 2026, for American Health Law Association (AHLA)'s Institute on Medicare and Medicaid Payment Issues.
The session will primarily focus on:
* Inpatient hospital payment update
* Wage index issues
* Uncompensated care payments
* Other Noteworthy Provisions in the IPPS Final Rule
* Beyond the IPPS: Key Policies in the OPPS Final Rule
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Original text here: https://hooperlundy.com/katrina-pagonis-to-present-at-ahla/
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Taft Continues Rapid Expansion in Phoenix, Attracting Top Talent Across the Region
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, March 6 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Taft Continues Rapid Expansion in Phoenix, Attracting Top Talent Across the Region
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Since combining with Taft on January 1, 2025, what was formerly Sherman & Howard's Phoenix office has grown by 130%.
"We want Taft to be a household name for every business in the state. We are the best client service law firm, and we want all the lawyers out there who want to go someplace where they're appreciated, where they're well compensated, and where they're going to have fun practicing law
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, March 6 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Taft Continues Rapid Expansion in Phoenix, Attracting Top Talent Across the Region
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Since combining with Taft on January 1, 2025, what was formerly Sherman & Howard's Phoenix office has grown by 130%.
"We want Taft to be a household name for every business in the state. We are the best client service law firm, and we want all the lawyers out there who want to go someplace where they're appreciated, where they're well compensated, and where they're going to have fun practicing lawagain," said Phoenix Partner-in-Charge Craig Morgan.
Since the merger, Taft's Phoenix office has welcomed 13 attorneys, significantly expanding the firm's strength across key practice areas and reshaping the depth of legal services available in the region. Taft's employment and labor litigation capabilities have grown with the additions of Carrie Francis, Lonnie Williams Jr., Ashley Cheff, Emily Craiger, Sharon Ng, Tim Lauxman, and James Camoriano, giving Phoenix employers and businesses access to one of the most comprehensive employment teams in the market. The firm's litigation platform has also expanded meaningfully through the arrivals of Jim Holland in construction litigation and Matthew Holt and Peyton Williams in commercial litigation, strengthening Taft's ability to handle complex, high-stakes disputes across industries. Taft's enhanced public finance capacity, supported by Tyler Cobb and Roxann Lucas, further positions the firm to support major infrastructure and community development initiatives across Arizona. In addition, Nicole Simmons adds valuable depth to Taft's growing real estate practice, supporting the region's ongoing expansion.
Several of these attorneys joined Taft from notable firms, including Stinson and Ballard Spahr, underscoring not only the strength of Taft's platform but also the firm's increasing role as a destination for top legal talent in the Phoenix market.
"Taft's investment in growing the Phoenix market has been invaluable. I was able to move my practice seamlessly while gaining the opportunity to work with colleagues in other Taft markets who needed employment law support in the west," Ng said. "Taft has positively lifted my practice since I joined earlier this year."
"The strength of Taft's platform provides incredible opportunities for our respective practices and clients, and the depth of talent among the attorneys and staff here is unmatched. It's a collaborative culture and an energizing environment that fosters innovation, support, and success," Williams Jr. said.
Morgan added: "Our lawyers have autonomy, they have support, and they have the force of an Am Law Top 80 firm with 1,200 lawyers. It is truly a remarkable place to work, and the best thing I can say about Taft, and why Taft is so amazing, is that the people are amazing."
To support its growing team, the firm will be relocating to a significantly expanded space at Esplanade II, one of the premier office towers in the Biltmore corridor. The new space will accommodate more than 50 attorneys and staff, positioning the firm for continued growth and client service excellence in the Valley.
In an interview with the Phoenix Business Journal, Morgan shared the enhanced value the merger with Taft brings to clients throughout Arizona and the Southwest.
Taft Mountain West includes eight offices across Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, and New Mexico. Since the merger announcement, the firm has added 36 new attorneys to the Mountain West offices, accelerating its strategic growth. This expansion reflects Taft's commitment to its communities' evolving legal landscapes. As the firm continues to attract top talent and provide clients with exceptional service, it is well-positioned to become a leading force in the nation.
About Taft
Founded in 1885, Taft is one of the nation's fastest-growing law firms, with a 140-year legacy rooted in the historic Taft family. With more than 1,250 attorneys and a modern, non-headquarter operating model, Taft is committed to delivering exceptional legal service to today's organizations and individuals. The firm is recognized nationally in the Am Law 100, Chambers USA, Best Lawyers(r), and Super Lawyers. Learn more at taftlaw.com.
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Original text here: https://www.taftlaw.com/news-events/news/tafts-phoenix-office-continues-impressive-growth-since-merger/
Husch Blackwell Announces Agreement With Reunion Infrastructure to Streamline Tax Credit Direct Transfers
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 6 -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Husch Blackwell Announces Agreement with Reunion Infrastructure to Streamline Tax Credit Direct Transfers
National law firm Husch Blackwell has entered into an agreement with Reunion Infrastructure to offer market-leading legal services at competitive fixed fees for renewable energy tax credit transfers.
Tax credit buyers who engage both Reunion and Husch Blackwell for the same transfer will have access to fixed-fee legal services, including market insights, due diligence, and the negotiation
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KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 6 -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Husch Blackwell Announces Agreement with Reunion Infrastructure to Streamline Tax Credit Direct Transfers
National law firm Husch Blackwell has entered into an agreement with Reunion Infrastructure to offer market-leading legal services at competitive fixed fees for renewable energy tax credit transfers.
Tax credit buyers who engage both Reunion and Husch Blackwell for the same transfer will have access to fixed-fee legal services, including market insights, due diligence, and the negotiationand drafting of operative transaction documents and tax insurance policies.
"This agreement not only drives further collaboration between our firm and Reunion, whom we have worked with since early 2023, but also creates more value, savings, and price certainty for our shared clients," said Doug Jones, a tax partner at Husch Blackwell.
Reunion is a leading platform for clean energy tax credits and compliance and has facilitated the purchase of more than $7 billion in tax credits across over 100 transactions since 2024.
"We are excited to collaborate with Husch Blackwell, with whom we have worked on multiple successful tax credit transactions spanning a diverse set of technologies with unique due diligence requirements," said Billy Lee, co-founder and president at Reunion. "We look forward to creating significant value for our shared clients."
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About Husch Blackwell
Husch Blackwell is a different kind of law firm-structured around our clients' industries and built on a culture of selfless service. Our 1,000+ lawyers collaborate across the U.S. from more than 20 offices and our virtual office, The Link, to provide uncommon solutions to our clients' most complex challenges. Learn more at huschblackwell.com.
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About Reunion
Reunion is the leading platform for clean energy tax credit transfers and compliance. Since 2024, Reunion has facilitated the purchase of over $7 billion in tax credits from major solar, storage, wind, nuclear, clean fuels, and advanced manufacturing projects. Our team of finance and tax experts provide the industry's most hands-on support across due diligence and risk mitigation, resulting in transactions that close on average in less than 45 days. In addition, leading project developers utilize Reunion's compliance software to maintain compliance with tax credit rules, including prevailing wage and apprenticeship (PWA) requirements. To learn more, visit www.reunioninfra.com.
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Original text here: https://www.huschblackwell.com/inthenews/husch-blackwell-announces-agreement-with-reunion-infrastructure-to-streamline-tax-credit-direct-transfers
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Holland & Knight Launches Market and Geopolitical Advisory Platform
MIAMI, Florida, March 6 -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Holland & Knight Launches Market and Geopolitical Advisory Platform
Holland & Knight has launched its Market and Geopolitical Advisory initiative, a firmwide advisory platform designed to help companies, boards, senior executives and their legal advisors make informed decisions amid rising geopolitical volatility, regulatory fragmentation and government intervention in global markets.
The platform seamlessly integrates the Firm's government affairs, international trade, regulatory, compliance,
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MIAMI, Florida, March 6 -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Holland & Knight Launches Market and Geopolitical Advisory Platform
Holland & Knight has launched its Market and Geopolitical Advisory initiative, a firmwide advisory platform designed to help companies, boards, senior executives and their legal advisors make informed decisions amid rising geopolitical volatility, regulatory fragmentation and government intervention in global markets.
The platform seamlessly integrates the Firm's government affairs, international trade, regulatory, compliance,transactional, financial services, litigation and investigations capabilities into a unified advisory offering that addresses geopolitics as a core business variable. It is designed to nimbly support decision making around market entry, investment, divestitures, restructuring and growth in politically complex jurisdictions worldwide.
"Geopolitics and regulatory risk are no longer peripheral considerations - they are central to how businesses evaluate strategy, growth and enterprise value," said Bob Grammig, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Holland & Knight. "Clients want clarity at moments of uncertainty. We bring together strategic insight and legal execution to help decision makers act with confidence in highly complex environments."
Holland & Knight's Market and Geopolitical Advisory initiative is designed for boards, C suite executives and senior leadership teams navigating political transitions, regulatory change, government engagement and reputational risk across global markets. Anchored in Latin America - where the Firm has decades of experience and is well positioned to assist clients in Cuba, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname and the Greater Caribbean - the platform is built to scale across the Western Hemisphere, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and other key markets.
Unlike standalone advisory affiliates, the platform is fully embedded within Holland & Knight across offices and practices, allowing clients to receive geopolitical and government facing advice that is directly integrated with legal execution across transactions, regulatory matters, investigations and disputes.
The firm's work on geopolitical matters includes significant involvement from former senior officials with recent, relevant government experience. These professionals include former high-ranking members of the U.S. Intelligence Community, the former general counsel for the FBI, high-ranking federal law enforcement officers, and defense, national security and foreign policy officials from a variety of executive branch agencies, including the U.S. Departments of War, State, Homeland Security, Justice, Commerce, Treasury, as well as former members of Congress.
Advisory led services are coordinated across six core areas:
* Transactional and International Financing Advisory, supporting cross border investments, mergers, joint ventures and project finance in geopolitically sensitive environments
* Geopolitical Strategy and Intelligence, providing scenario analysis, risk mapping, and market entry and exit strategy
* Regulatory, Trade and Compliance Counsel, addressing sanctions, export controls, tariffs and regulatory exposure tied to political change
* Government Engagement and Strategy, advising on engagement with U.S. and foreign government actors where timing, access and positioning are critical
* Global Disputes, Investigations and Enforcement Counsel, representing clients in cross border disputes and government investigations
* Executive Advisory, supporting boards and senior leaders during periods of heightened political, regulatory or reputational scrutiny
"Clients increasingly expect their advisors to understand how law, policy and politics intersect with commercial outcomes," said George Mencio, Holland & Knight's Chief International Officer. "This platform reflects how our clients actually make decisions - by weighing legal, regulatory, political and market dynamics together, rather than in silos."
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Original text here: https://www.hklaw.com/en/news/pressreleases/2026/03/holland-knight-launches-market-and-geopolitical-advisory-platform
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Frank Azzopardi Discusses Data in Commercial Transactions With Law360
NEW YORK, March 6 -- Davis Polk and Wardwell, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Frank Azzopardi discusses data in commercial transactions with Law360
Davis Polk partner and IP & Commercial Transactions practice head Frank Azzopardi was quoted in Law360 discussing the use of data in the real estate industry and how that has evolved over the last decade.
The article highlights that data and technology are taking on an increasingly important role in the real estate business.
Frank said there has been a "real evolution" in the last 15 years in how data is treated in commercial transactions.
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NEW YORK, March 6 -- Davis Polk and Wardwell, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Frank Azzopardi discusses data in commercial transactions with Law360
Davis Polk partner and IP & Commercial Transactions practice head Frank Azzopardi was quoted in Law360 discussing the use of data in the real estate industry and how that has evolved over the last decade.
The article highlights that data and technology are taking on an increasingly important role in the real estate business.
Frank said there has been a "real evolution" in the last 15 years in how data is treated in commercial transactions.He noted that, The Related Cos., was very "forward-thinking" in recognizing the importance of data in its Hudson Yards development on the west side of Manhattan.
"Commercial real estate sponsors have recognized that they sit on a treasure trove of data that can be really, really valuable when aggregated because it can convey behavioral and demographic trends," said Frank.
Discussing how to monetize this data, Frank explains, "Businesses like a casino where you have reward programs have become much more sophisticated than getting to know their customer and ensuring that they reward loyalty in a way that's really accretive to their bottom line."
Loyalty programs, according to Frank, have "ballooned in their sense of value and importance to become really valuable pieces of collateral."
The article also notes that these types of assets are typically structured into a bankruptcy remote special purpose vehicle, which can be used as collateral to borrow against it.
"The lender essentially has a heightened form of collateral where it can terminate the usage rights of that data to the borrower, and so that tension basically preserves the financing structure, notwithstanding the fact that the borrower might be seeking protection under bankruptcy," Frank said, highlighting that this "mutually assured destruction" structure is very attractive for investors because of this added layer of protection.
Discussing the possibilities for leveraging data collected through commercial real estate properties, Frank said, "It's amorphous, and because it's amorphous, as long as you're complying with the terms of use with respect to that data, you can leverage it in ways that can create tremendous value."
"Data No Longer An Afterthought In Real Estate," (https://www.law360.com/real-estate-authority/articles/2449014?) Law360 (March 5, 2026) (subscription required)
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Original text here: https://www.davispolk.com/news/frank-azzopardi-discusses-data-commercial-transactions-law360
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath Issues Commentary: Fifth Circuit Decision Undermines IRS Position on Self-Employment Tax
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, March 6 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following commentary on March 5, 2026, by partners Leila E. Vaughan and Jeffrey R. Blumberg:
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Fifth Circuit Decision Undermines IRS Position on Self-Employment Tax
Sirius Solutions L.L.L.P. v. Commissioner
At a Glance
* On January 16, 2026, the Fifth Circuit's Sirius Solutions case found that state law limited partners are not subject to self-employment tax./1
* The Fifth Circuit rejected the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) "passive investor" test, which would have required partners to be uninvolved
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, March 6 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following commentary on March 5, 2026, by partners Leila E. Vaughan and Jeffrey R. Blumberg:
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Fifth Circuit Decision Undermines IRS Position on Self-Employment Tax
Sirius Solutions L.L.L.P. v. Commissioner
At a Glance
* On January 16, 2026, the Fifth Circuit's Sirius Solutions case found that state law limited partners are not subject to self-employment tax./1
* The Fifth Circuit rejected the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) "passive investor" test, which would have required partners to be uninvolvedin the business to meet the Self-Employment Contributions Act tax exception.
* This issue will likely continue to be challenged in other pending cases.
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Background
Historically, many investment management firms that wanted pass-through income tax treatment organized as a two-tier structure -- where an LLC or corporation acted as the general partner of a limited partnership that was the operating company providing investment management services -- in an attempt to limit the exposure of the principals to self-employment tax.
The principals would own the general partner entity -- which would hold a small interest in the operating limited partnership and provided services to the operating limited partnership as employees of the general partner entity (for which they were reasonably compensated) -- and the principals would also hold direct interests as limited partners of the operating limited partnership. The operating limited partnership would then take the position that the principals would not be subject to self-employment tax on their distributive share of income received in their capacity as limited partners. The IRS has been challenging this position successfully in the US Tax Court in Soroban Capital Partners v. Commissioner.
Fifth Circuit Decision
In January 2026, the Fifth Circuit issued a ruling in Sirius Solutions L.L.L.P. v. Commissioner, which undermines the IRS's arguments in these prior US Tax Court cases. Section 1402(a)(13) of the Internal Revenue Code excludes a limited partner's share of partnership income (except for "guaranteed payments" for services) from self-employment tax calculations. The IRS and Tax Court had previously required a "functional analysis" to decide if a partner was a passive investor, not just a partner with limited liability. In Sirius Solutions, the Fifth Circuit rejected this approach, stating that the plain language of the law means any partner with limited liability under state law qualifies for the exception.
The court further reasoned that if someone is both a general and limited partner, only their general partner income is subject to Self-Employment Contributions Act (SECA) tax. The Fifth Circuit's ruling applies specifically to limited partnerships under state law (not LLCs or LLPs).
The IRS may petition for a rehearing en banc and/or may appeal to the Supreme Court. Pending cases in other circuits could result in a circuit split, including Soroban, where the Tax Court had applied a functional analysis.
Implication
The decision in Sirius Solutions is a welcome result for investment managers but is not likely the end of this saga. It will be important to watch for further IRS actions or court decisions in the Soroban and Denham Capital Management LP v. Commissioner cases, including potential appeals or conflicting rulings in other circuits.
For More Information
For further information, you may contact the authors or a member of the firm's investment management team or transactional tax team.
Legal clerk Moe Roberson contributed to this update.
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1./ Sirius Solutions L.L.L.P. v. Commissioner, 165 F.4th 374 (5th Cir. 2026).
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The material contained in this communication is informational, general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. The material contained in this communication should not be relied upon or used without consulting a lawyer to consider your specific circumstances. This communication was published on the date specified and may not include any changes in the topics, laws, rules or regulations covered. Receipt of this communication does not establish an attorney-client relationship. In some jurisdictions, this communication may be considered attorney advertising.
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Meet the Authors
Leila E. Vaughan
Partner
Philadelphia
+1 215 988 2485
leila.vaughan@faegredrinker.com
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Jeffrey R. Blumberg
Partner
Chicago
+1 312 356 5119
jeff.blumberg@faegredrinker.com
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Original text here: https://www.faegredrinker.com/en/insights/publications/2026/3/fifth-circuit-decision-undermines-irs-position-on-self-employment-tax
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath Issues Commentary: Access Through Innovation With Amazon Pharmacy
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, March 6 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following commentary on March 5, 2026, by partners Libby Baney Burstein and Jonathan A. Keller:
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Access through Innovation with Amazon Pharmacy
Digital Health "From the Inside Out" Leadership Series
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Faegre Drinker's digital health team's "From the Inside Out" Leadership Series hosts candid conversations with clients, colleagues, and friends of the firm discussing hot topics in health and life sciences. We're sharing "out" key takeaways and tidbits with the goal of inspiring new thinking and collaboration
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, March 6 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following commentary on March 5, 2026, by partners Libby Baney Burstein and Jonathan A. Keller:
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Access through Innovation with Amazon Pharmacy
Digital Health "From the Inside Out" Leadership Series
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Faegre Drinker's digital health team's "From the Inside Out" Leadership Series hosts candid conversations with clients, colleagues, and friends of the firm discussing hot topics in health and life sciences. We're sharing "out" key takeaways and tidbits with the goal of inspiring new thinking and collaboration-- whether with us, our clients or any other way we can help support the digital health community.
We hosted an engaging discussion with Meaghan Atkinson, a member of Amazon Pharmacy's in-house team. She supports Amazon's work in advancing convenience and access in prescription delivery -- like piloting new delivery methods -- while navigating complex state regulations and leveraging Amazon's infrastructure to better serve patients.
Innovation is central to Amazon's approach. The company continues to implement technology like AI-powered customer support and price-transparency tools, aiming to make it easier for patients to manage prescriptions and understand costs. Feedback from patients, hospitals, and other key industry players help to shape priorities, with patient needs and improved medication adherence at the forefront. A main focus includes scaling access and convenience as the company explores new ways to serve communities, including rural areas.
As the health care landscape evolves, Amazon Pharmacy continues to invest in technology, partnerships, and regulatory excellence to help deliver choice and continuity of care for patients.
To read more about Amazon Pharmacy and their mission, visit their website (https://pharmacy.amazon.com/).
The material contained in this communication is informational, general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. The material contained in this communication should not be relied upon or used without consulting a lawyer to consider your specific circumstances. This communication was published on the date specified and may not include any changes in the topics, laws, rules or regulations covered. Receipt of this communication does not establish an attorney-client relationship. In some jurisdictions, this communication may be considered attorney advertising.
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Meet the Authors
Libby Baney Burstein
Partner
Washington, D.C.
+1 202 312 7438
libby.burstein@faegredrinker.com
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Jonathan A. Keller, PharmD
Partner
Florham Park
+1 973 549 7059
jonathan.keller@faegredrinker.com
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Original text here: https://www.faegredrinker.com/en/insights/publications/2026/3/access-through-innovation-with-amazon-pharmacy
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