Schiff Hardin LLP is pleased to announce that the firm has been named to Public Interest Law Initiative’s (PILI) 2021 Pro Bono Recognition Roster, which recognizes law firms and corporations that have made significant pro bono commitments and contributions in Illinois.
The 2021 edition of Legal 500 US has rated 49 Arent Fox LLP attorneys as national leaders in their field. In addition, 16 of the firm’s practice areas were ranked among the best in the country.
The Arent Fox Center for Racial Equality is pleased to announce a partnership with Howard University School of Law’s Thurgood Marshall Civil Rights Center to produce policy recommendations and research papers addressing institutionalized racism in the United States.
Schiff Hardin represented Houston Wire & Cable Company (HWCC) in its agreement to be acquired by OmniCable, LLC for $91 million. HWCC is one of the largest distributors of wire, cable, and fastener products in the U.S. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2021.
Schiff Hardin LLP advised Maxim Group, LLC on Blue Safari Group Acquisition Corp.’s $50 million initial public offering of 5 million units at $10 per unit.
Schiff Hardin LLP is pleased to announce that four of the firm’s practice groups have been recognized in The Legal 500 United States 2021 guide, which provides a nationwide analysis of law firms that provide cutting-edge and innovative advice.
The Los Angeles Lakers and AEG, the owners of STAPLES Center, have signed a long-term lease extension ensuring that the defending World Champions will remain in their downtown Los Angeles home arena through the 2041 season.
LOS ANGELES — Craig Gelfound has been recognized as a leader in his field by Chambers USA, one of the preeminent directories of leading law firms and lawyers across the globe, in the area of Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution for the California market.
Schiff Hardin LLP advised Orbsat Corp, a global provider of communication solutions for connectivity to the world through next-generation satellite technology, on its public offering of 2.8 million units at a price to the public of $5 per unit.
On May 24, 2021, the US District Court for the District of New Jersey awarded Arent Fox client Sabinsa Corporation a total of $1,004,659.93 in attorney’s fees and costs as a sanction against Prakruti Products.
Arent Fox LLP is pleased to announce the expansion of its International Trade & Investment practice, with the addition of one of Canada’s top international trade and investment lawyers, Riyaz Dattu. Riyaz joins the firm as Canada Legal Practice Leader.
Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized 42 Arent Fox LLP attorneys as leaders in their field.
Arent Fox’s Bankruptcy & Financial Restructuring practice has been retained as counsel to represent the official committee of unsecured creditors in the Chapter 11 case of New York Classic Motors, LLC.
Schiff Hardin LLP is pleased to announce that five practice areas have been ranked in Chambers USA 2021 guide, including a new nationwide ranking for Energy: Electricity (Transactional).
Craig Gelfound, head of Arent Fox LLP’s Intellectual Property practice in Los Angeles, has once again been honored by the Daily Journal as one of the Top Intellectual Property Lawyers in California, marking his eleventh consecutive year of this recognition.
Schiff Hardin LLP acted as counsel to the placement agent in connection with Senmiao Technology Limited’s registered direct offering of approximately $6.5 million of its common stock.
Arent Fox is pleased to announce the expansion of its Corporate & Securities practice with the addition of Partner Jonathan P. Bagg. Jonathan represents senior and mezzanine lenders, corporate borrowers, and financial sponsors in connection with a wide variety of financing transactions, including me
Schiff Hardin LLP is pleased to announce that Partner Jonathan Judge has been named a finalist in the Innovators of the Year category for the inaugural 2021 Legalweek Leaders in Tech Law Awards, which recognizes legal practitioners who have spearheaded initiatives to creatively solve problems through technology.
Schiff Hardin LLP advised the placement agent in connection with Blue Hat Interactive Entertainment Technology’s registered direct offering with two institutional investors, for the purchase and sale of more than 6 million of its ordinary shares at a price of $0.90 per share, resulting in total gross proceeds of approximately $5.66 million.
Schiff Hardin LLP acted as counsel to the placement agent in connection with Canaan Inc.’s $170 million registered direct offering of its American Depositary Shares.
Schiff Hardin LLP today launched its new Environmental, Social, and Governance team, which will help companies develop appropriate disclosures and institutional programs that incorporate ESG principles, including climate change, supply chain resiliency/disruption, water use, waste and recycling, environmental and energy justice, human rights, diversity, equity and inclusion, board composition, executive compensation, and anti-corruption.
Arent Fox LLP is pleased to announce the expansion of its Government Relations and Government Enforcement & White Collar groups with former U.S. Senator Doug Jones and Cissy Jackson.
Arent Fox is pleased to announce the expansion of its Corporate & Securities practice with the addition of business law partner Stephen P. Hanson in the firm’s New York office. For 25 years, Steve has represented clients in the areas of private equity, mergers and acquisitions, venture capital and e
Schiff Hardin served as deal counsel to Deringer-Ney in its acquisition of the business and assets of Hoyt Corporation, which was completed on April 30, 2021.
Arent Fox is pleased to announce the expansion of its International Trade & Investment practice in Washington, DC with the addition of public international law Partner David Tafuri, Senior Advisor Richard Griffiths, and Associate Jasmine Zaki.