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Polsinelli Attorneys Named to Law360's 2026 Editorial Advisory Boards
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, April 11 -- Polsinelli, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Polsinelli Attorneys Named to Law360's 2026 Editorial Advisory Boards
Polsinelli is pleased to announce that six of its attorneys have been selected to serve on Law360's 2026 Editorial Advisory Boards, recognizing their leadership and insight across key practice areas.
Law360's Editorial Advisory Boards are composed of leading practitioners from across the legal industry who provide feedback on coverage and share perspectives that help shape the publication's reporting and analysis.
The Polsinelli attorneys
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KANSAS CITY, Missouri, April 11 -- Polsinelli, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Polsinelli Attorneys Named to Law360's 2026 Editorial Advisory Boards
Polsinelli is pleased to announce that six of its attorneys have been selected to serve on Law360's 2026 Editorial Advisory Boards, recognizing their leadership and insight across key practice areas.
Law360's Editorial Advisory Boards are composed of leading practitioners from across the legal industry who provide feedback on coverage and share perspectives that help shape the publication's reporting and analysis.
The Polsinelli attorneysselected to serve on the 2026 boards are:
* Michelle G. Bernstein, Shareholder - Florida Editorial Advisory Board
* Dana E. Feinstein, Shareholder - Pennsylvania Editorial Advisory Board
* Tyree P. Jones, Shareholder - Trials Editorial Advisory Board
* Matthew E. Kapsak, Shareholder - Colorado Editorial Advisory Board
* Matthew S. Knoop, Shareholder - Georgia Editorial Advisory Board
* Chad A. Landmon, Hatch-Waxman & Biologics Chair - Life Sciences Editorial Advisory Board
Law360 selects editorial board members through a competitive process, drawing from experienced attorneys who are well-positioned to contribute meaningful perspective on developments within their respective fields.
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Original text here: https://www.polsinelli.com/news/polsinelli-attorneys-law360s-2026-editorial-advisory-boards
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Michael J. Frantz Jr. Discusses Subsurface Risk Allocation in Properties Magazine
CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 11 -- Frantz Ward, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Michael J. Frantz Jr. Discusses Subsurface Risk Allocation in Properties Magazine
Frantz Ward Partner Michael J. Frantz Jr. shares how landscape and hardscape failures can lead to subsurface disputes and unintended liability and explains how commercial development owners can address these risks before they escalate in the March edition of Properties Magazine.
His "Legal Perspectives" article, "Who Owns the Dirt?" highlights how soil movement caused by the freeze-thaw climate in the Great Lakes region can
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CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 11 -- Frantz Ward, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Michael J. Frantz Jr. Discusses Subsurface Risk Allocation in Properties Magazine
Frantz Ward Partner Michael J. Frantz Jr. shares how landscape and hardscape failures can lead to subsurface disputes and unintended liability and explains how commercial development owners can address these risks before they escalate in the March edition of Properties Magazine.
His "Legal Perspectives" article, "Who Owns the Dirt?" highlights how soil movement caused by the freeze-thaw climate in the Great Lakes region canturn minor surface movement into significant structural failure over time, underscoring the importance of addressing subsurface risk early.
When failure occurs, the fragmented process for landscaping and hardscaping commercial developments complicates liability. Multi-party disputes often follow, with parties disputing whether issues stem from design, construction, or existing site conditions, ultimately leaving owners with repair costs, delayed occupancy, and increased injury exposure.
Avoiding Unexpected Disputes and Liability
In his article, Mike recommends owners reduce unexpected exposure and delays by:
* Ensuring performance language is precise and integrated with geotechnical assumptions and soil disclaimers
* Coordinating insurance policies and warranty periods
* Directly addressing subsurface risk during procurement and contracting
* Allocating subsurface risk upfront to reduce the likelihood of long, costly litigation
Read the full article here (https://issuu.com/mrej/docs/northeast_ohio_properties_march_2026/54).
Mike focuses his practice on construction law, offering strategic counsel to contractors, developers, and property owners across Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New Jersey. With extensive trial and appellate experience, Mike guides clients through every phase of construction projects, from contract negotiation to dispute resolution, helping them navigate complex regulations, mitigate risks, and avoid costly litigation. He is a trusted advocate committed to protecting his clients' business interests and achieving favorable outcomes.
Since 1946, Properties Magazine has been a monthly reporter on development, construction, design, and property management throughout Northeast Ohio.
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Original text here: https://www.frantzward.com/michael-j-frantz-jr-discusses-subsurface-risk-allocation-in-properties-magazine/
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Littler: Policy Week in Review - April 10, 2026
SAN FRANCISCO, California, April 11 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Policy Week in Review - April 10, 2026
Congressional and Administrative News
At a Glance
The Policy Week in Review, prepared by Littler's Workplace Policy Institute (WPI), sets forth WPI's updates on federal legislation, regulations, and congressional activity affecting the workplace.
By Shannon Meade, Jim Paretti, Alex MacDonald, and Maury Baskin
WIOA Reauthorization Introduced
House Education and Workforce Committee Chair Tim Walberg (R-MI) introduced "A Stronger Workforce for America Act of 2026"
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SAN FRANCISCO, California, April 11 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Policy Week in Review - April 10, 2026
Congressional and Administrative News
At a Glance
The Policy Week in Review, prepared by Littler's Workplace Policy Institute (WPI), sets forth WPI's updates on federal legislation, regulations, and congressional activity affecting the workplace.
By Shannon Meade, Jim Paretti, Alex MacDonald, and Maury Baskin
WIOA Reauthorization Introduced
House Education and Workforce Committee Chair Tim Walberg (R-MI) introduced "A Stronger Workforce for America Act of 2026"(ASWA), which would reauthorize and modernize the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), the nation's primary workforce development law. Notably, the bill would transfer all adult education and family literacy functions from the Department of Education to the Department of Labor, which is in alignment with the administration's goals of reducing the footprint of the Department of Education. This move is not favored by the House minority and, therefore, the legislation has lost bipartisan support. However, many of the key provisions contained in the bill are carried over from a previous bipartisan agreement, including: improvements to federal labor market reporting data, reforms to the eligible training provider list, support for virtual employment services, dedicated funding for upskilling workers through "individual training accounts, on-the-job learning, and metrics to strengthen accountability to hold state and local workforce boards responsible for delivering positive outcomes for workers and job seekers." Given the lack of bipartisan support and narrow House majority, the legislation is unlikely to advance.
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EEOC Releases Report on Agency's Performance
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released a combined report detailing the agency's FY27 performance plan and FY25 performance report. Regarding the agency's FY25 performance, the results reveal that the EEOC secured almost $660 million in monetary relief for victims of employment discrimination--the agency's third-highest total monetary recovery in recent history. The report also outlines the agency's performance measurement process, including overarching goals and performance measures designed to gauge progress in meeting the goals.
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Chair Cassidy Sends Letter to Governor Ferguson Rebuking Enactment of Washington State's NLRB Trigger Law
Chair Bill Cassidy of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, wrote a letter dated April 7 to Washington Governor Bob Ferguson raising questions and concerns regarding the recent enactment of state law HB 2471, which expands the jurisdiction of the state of Washington's Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC) to private-sector matters when the National Labor Relations Board declines to assert jurisdiction in a particular matter. Dr. Cassidy states, "This broad infringement of the NLRB's jurisdiction undermines processes long-enshrined in federal law that protect workers and falsely suggests to workers that PERC decisions can provide a legal resolution."
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Upcoming Congressional Hearings
Chair Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA) of the House Workforce Protections Subcommittee will hold the sixth hearing of its series on artificial intelligence, titled "Building an AI-Ready America: Understanding AI's Economic Impact on Workers and Employers," on Wednesday, April 15, at 10:15 a.m. ET. The hearing will be live-streamed on the Committee's YouTube page.
Chair Rick Allen (R-GA) of the House Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions will hold a hearing, titled "Examining the Policies and Priorities of the Employee Benefits Security Administration," on Thursday, April 16 at 10:15 a.m. ET. The hearing will be live-streamed on the Committee's YouTube page.
Chair Tim Walbert (R-MI) of the House Education and Workforce Committee will hold a hearing, titled "Examining the Polices and Priorities of the Department of Human Services," on Friday, April 17 at 9:00 a.m. ET. The hearing will be live-streamed on the Committee's YouTube page.
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DOL to Host Inaugural "Shaping the Future of American Workforce" Event
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) will host an inaugural event at its headquarters focused on "Shaping the Future of the American Workforce" on Monday, April 27 from 9 a.m.-11:00 a.m. The roundtable event will convene multiple stakeholders, including industry, educators, and community leaders, to explore pathways for in-demand jobs and strategies to strengthen America's workforce.
Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shaping-the-future-of-american-workforce-tickets-1986833720141?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Authors
Shannon Meade
Executive Director, Workplace Policy Institute
Washington, D.C.
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James A. Paretti
Shareholder
Washington, D.C.
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Alexander T. MacDonald
Shareholder
Washington, D.C.
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Maury Baskin
Shareholder
Washington, D.C.
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Original text here: https://www.littler.com/news-analysis/asap/policy-week-review-april-10-2026
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
In Nature and Retraction Watch, Mark Barnes Discussed a Proposed National Scientific Misconduct Database
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 11 (TNSjou) [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Ropes and Gray, a law firm, issued the following news:
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In Nature and Retraction Watch, Mark Barnes Discussed a Proposed National Scientific Misconduct Database
In articles published in Nature (https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-026-01147-x) and Retraction Watch (https://retractionwatch.com/2026/04/09/could-a-national-database-of-scientific-misconduct-rulings-stop-repeat-offenders/), health care partner Mark Barnes discussed a proposal for U.S. universities and academic medical centers to register scientists found
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BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 11 (TNSjou) [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Ropes and Gray, a law firm, issued the following news:
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In Nature and Retraction Watch, Mark Barnes Discussed a Proposed National Scientific Misconduct Database
In articles published in Nature (https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-026-01147-x) and Retraction Watch (https://retractionwatch.com/2026/04/09/could-a-national-database-of-scientific-misconduct-rulings-stop-repeat-offenders/), health care partner Mark Barnes discussed a proposal for U.S. universities and academic medical centers to register scientists foundguilty of research fraud and workplace harassment that would be accessed by research institutions before making new hires.
The proposed database would contain only instances where an investigation concluded and officially found research misconduct, not when someone has been accused of misconduct without any finding.
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Original text here: https://www.ropesgray.com/en/news-and-events/news/2026/04/in-nature-and-retraction-watch-mark-barnes-proposed-national-scientific-misconduct-database
Husch Blackwell Named a 2026 Super Listener A-Team by BTI for Business Development
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, April 11 -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Husch Blackwell Named a 2026 Super Listener A-Team by BTI for Business Development
National law firm Husch Blackwell was ranked as one of the 40 best business development law firms in BTI Consulting's Super Listener A-Team 2026 report.
The report is based on direct, unprompted feedback from more than 350 leading corporate counsel across six pivotal activities: super listening (the most critical), anticipating needs, innovative solutions, creativity, educating clients, and co-solutioning.
Husch
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KANSAS CITY, Missouri, April 11 -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Husch Blackwell Named a 2026 Super Listener A-Team by BTI for Business Development
National law firm Husch Blackwell was ranked as one of the 40 best business development law firms in BTI Consulting's Super Listener A-Team 2026 report.
The report is based on direct, unprompted feedback from more than 350 leading corporate counsel across six pivotal activities: super listening (the most critical), anticipating needs, innovative solutions, creativity, educating clients, and co-solutioning.
HuschBlackwell was named "Best of the Best" in four of the pivotal activities that most influence hiring and wallet-share decisions.
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Original text here: https://www.huschblackwell.com/inthenews/husch-blackwell-named-a-2026-super-listener-a-team-by-bti-for-business-development
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Dentons Recognized Across Multiple Jurisdictions in Chambers Global Guide, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 11 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Dentons Recognized Across Multiple Jurisdictions in Chambers Global Guide, 2026
Dentons has once again been recognized in the Chambers Global Guide 2026, reinforcing its position as a leading provider of cross-border legal services across the Caribbean.
The Firm retained 9 department rankings and 12 individual lawyer recognitions, alongside 2 new lawyer rankings, reflecting continued strength across its regional platform.
Dentons' rankings span multiple jurisdictions and Caribbean-wide practice areas, highlighting
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WASHINGTON, April 11 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Dentons Recognized Across Multiple Jurisdictions in Chambers Global Guide, 2026
Dentons has once again been recognized in the Chambers Global Guide 2026, reinforcing its position as a leading provider of cross-border legal services across the Caribbean.
The Firm retained 9 department rankings and 12 individual lawyer recognitions, alongside 2 new lawyer rankings, reflecting continued strength across its regional platform.
Dentons' rankings span multiple jurisdictions and Caribbean-wide practice areas, highlightingthe Firm's ability to deliver coordinated, multi-jurisdictional legal solutions across our 15 jurisdictions, the largest footprint for any Caribbean firm.
Jurisdictional Rankings
* Caribbean-wide - Corporate/Commercial: Spotlight
* Caribbean-wide - Dispute Resolution: Spotlight
* Antigua and Barbuda - General Business Law: Band 1
* Barbados - General Business Law: Band 2
* Guyana - General Business Law: Band 2
* St Kitts and Nevis - General Business Law - Foreign Expertise based abroad in Barbados: Spotlight (New)
* Vincent and the Grenadines - General Business Law: Band 2
* Trinidad and Tobago - General Business Law: Band 3
* Turks and Caicos - General Business Law: Band 1
Individual Lawyer Rankings
Dustin Delany
* Antigua & Barbuda - General Business Law - Foreign Expertise based abroad in Barbados: Spotlight
* Barbados - General Business Law: Band 3
* Caribbean-wide - Corporate/Commercial: Spotlight
Conrad Griffiths
* Turks and Caicos - General Business Law: Dispute Resolution - Band 1
Shalini Campbell
* Trinidad & Tobago - General Business Law: Dispute Resolution - Band 3
Jaya Singh-Backreedy
* Guyana - General Business Law: Band 2
Erica Marshall-Forde
* Barbados - General Business Law: Band 3
Mandisa Regrello
* Trinidad & Tobago - General Business Law: Band 2
Stuart Bruce
* British Virgin Islands - Corporate & Finance incl. Investment Funds: Band 4 (New)
David Cadman
* Turks and Caicos - General Business Law: Dispute Resolution - Band 2
Odette Clarke
* Trinidad & Tobago - General Business Law: Associate to Watch (New)
Len de Vries
* Cayman Islands - Real Estate: Band 3
Lakeisha John-Farrell
* Vincent & the Grenadines - General Business Law: Spotlight
Joanne Flemming
* St Kitts & Nevis - General Business Law: Associate to Watch
Dentons continues to distinguish itself as a leading provider of integrated, cross-border legal services in the region. Dustin Delany, Dentons Delany Chair and Chief Managing Partner, commented:
"It is beyond satisfying to see our peer review rankings and recognitions continue to increase year after year since Dentons' arrival in the Caribbean in 2018. These rankings and recognitions of our individual attorneys, offices, and cross-region capabilities are a testament to our proven pan Caribbean presence practicing across our 15 jurisdiction footprint offering our clients peace of mind."
Chambers rankings are based on independent research and client feedback, recognizing law firms and lawyers for excellence in technical legal ability, client service and commercial awareness.
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About Dentons
Redefining possibilities. Together, everywhere. For more information visit dentons.com
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Key contacts
Dustin D.P. Delany
Dentons Delany Chair and Chief Managing Partner
Barbados
Anguilla
Antigua and Barbuda
British Virgin Islands
Dominica
Grenada
Guyana
Jamaica
Montserrat
St. Kitts and Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Vincent and The Grenadines
Trinidad and Tobago
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David Dinner
Office Managing Partner
Cayman Islands
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Conrad Griffiths KC
Senior Partner
Providenciales
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Original text here: https://www.dentons.com/en/about-dentons/news-events-and-awards/news/2026/april/dentons-recognized-across-multiple-jurisdictions-in-chambers-global-guide-2026
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Crowell & Moring Recognized in 19th Edition of the GAR 100 for International Arbitration Excellence
WASHINGTON, April 11 -- Crowell and Moring, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Crowell & Moring Recognized in 19th Edition of the GAR 100 for International Arbitration Excellence
Crowell & Moring's International Dispute Resolution Group has again earned a spot in the 19th edition of Global Arbitration Review's GAR 100, a guide to the top 100 law firms with international arbitration capabilities. GAR is one of the leading journals of public and private arbitration.
The publication highlighted the group's growing global reach and deep bench, with the international arbitration team spanning
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WASHINGTON, April 11 -- Crowell and Moring, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Crowell & Moring Recognized in 19th Edition of the GAR 100 for International Arbitration Excellence
Crowell & Moring's International Dispute Resolution Group has again earned a spot in the 19th edition of Global Arbitration Review's GAR 100, a guide to the top 100 law firms with international arbitration capabilities. GAR is one of the leading journals of public and private arbitration.
The publication highlighted the group's growing global reach and deep bench, with the international arbitration team spanningWashington, New York, London, Brussels, and Doha. Notable leadership transitions included Meagan Bachman's appointment as head of the disputes group. The group comprises lawyers from across industries and geographic regions, representing clients in disputes arising under international and bilateral trade agreements and treaties, with experience spanning every major arbitral institution.
GAR's selection of Crowell highlighted feedback that the firm "consistently delivers exceptional results" and is "second to none" in disputes expertise in major infrastructure projects. Clients continue to speak highly of Crowell's international disputes team, describing the team as, "very easy to deal with, very client oriented and very competent," and many highlighted partner Ian Laird and counsel Ashley Riveira, calling them "very hard working." Another client praised the firm's "mastery of international arbitration rules and procedures" and the "tremendous written and oral advocacy" of Laird and New York partner Randa Adra.
While some firms focus solely on international arbitration, Crowell takes a more comprehensive view of international disputes, delivering end-to-end advice on the full range of business and governmental disputes worldwide, including: global international commercial and investment arbitrations; international litigation; pre-dispute counseling on investment decisions, dispute resolution clauses, and geopolitical approaches to resolving disputes; and litigation to challenge or enforce arbitral awards.
The annual survey ranks the world's leading large and small arbitration practices and assesses firms' reputation, amount of work undertaken, and experience through researchers' audits. To read the firm's GAR 100 profile, click here (https://globalarbitrationreview.com/survey/gar-100/2026/organization-profile/crowell-moring#notice).
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About Crowell & Moring LLP
Crowell & Moring is an international law firm with operations in the United States, Europe, and MENA. Drawing on significant government, business, industry, and legal experience, the firm helps clients capitalize on opportunities and provides creative solutions to complex regulatory and policy, litigation, transactional, and intellectual property issues. The firm is consistently recognized for its commitment to pro bono service, as well as its comprehensive programs and initiatives to advance the professional and personal development of all members of the Crowell community.
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Original text here: https://www.crowell.com/en/insights/firm-news/crowell-and-moring-recognized-in-19th-edition-of-the-gar-100-for-international-arbitration-excellence
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