Legal Roundup
Holland & Knight Advises Lee Health in Historic Conversion to Private, Nonprofit Health System
Holland & Knight represented Lee Health, a health system based in Fort Myers, Florida, in its transformative conversion from a government healthcare district to a private, nonprofit health system.
AG Fitch Files Brief in Support of First Amendment
Attorney General Lynn Fitch filed an amicus brief at the U.S. Supreme Court, along with 17 other attorneys general, toprotect students’ First Amendment free speech rights. The brief from theattorneys general asks the Supreme Court to hear L.M. v. Town of Middleborough, Massachusetts.
Attorney General Aaron M. Frey Announces Successful Prosecution of Portland Woman in Million Dollar Investment Fraud Scheme
On November 4, 2024, a Cumberland County jury returned a verdict of guilty against Jody Flynn Dalvet of Portland on the charge of theft by deception.
Attorney General Bird Demands End to Political Prosecutions of President Trump
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird led a 23-state coalition in demanding that Special Counsel Jack Smith, New York Attorney General Letitia James, and Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis immediately end their political prosecutions of President Donald Trump.
Attorney General James’ Office of Special Investigation Releases Report on Death of Sofia Gomez
New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office of Special Investigation (OSI) released its report on the death of Sofia Gomez, who died on October 8, 2020 following an encounter with a member of Highway District 1 of the New York City Police Department (NYPD) on October 5, 2020 in Bronx County.
Additional Details Regarding Suspicious Death in Milford, New Hampshire, and Request for the Public’s Assistance
Attorney General John M. Formella and New Hampshire State Police Colonel Mark B. Hall announce further information related to the November 7, 2024 suspicious death last night in Milford, New Hampshire.
Attorney General Platkin and Division of Violence Intervention and Victim Assistance Partner With New Jersey Office of the Public Defender to Launch Community Education Initiative on Restorative Justice
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Violence Intervention and Victim Assistance (VIVA) announced that VIVA’s Office of Trial and Criminal Justice Process (OTCJP) has partnered with the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender (NJOPD) to launch a community education initiative aimed at increasing the public’s understanding of restorative justice principles.
Caldwell Attorney Sentenced to Ten Years for Child Sexual Exploitation Crimes
Attorney General Raúl Labrador has announced that Richard Hammond, a Caldwell attorney, was sentenced to ten years in prison for Sexual Exploitation of a Child by Possession of Sexually Exploitative Material (Child Pornography). Hammond was sentenced on October 30, 2024, by Canyon County District Judge Thomas Whitney.
David Martin Connelly Interviews FERC Chairman for Energy Bar Association
McGuireWoods Washington, D.C., partner David Martin Connelly recently co-authored an article about Federal Energy Regulatory Commission chairman Willie L. Phillips.
Sheppard Mullin Advises Prospect Health System in its Agreement to Sell Certain Businesses and Assets to Astrana Health
Sheppard Mullin’s Healthcare team is representing Prospect Health System (Prospect), an integrated clinical care delivery system, in its definitive agreement to sell certain of its businesses and assets, including a fully accredited acute care hospital with 177 licensed beds, to Astrana Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTH) for $745 million.
Nelson Mullins Wins 2024 Inspire Award by NetDocuments
Nelson Mullins was honored with the 2024 Inspire Award by NetDocuments, a cloud platform used by legal professionals.
Tax Credit & Community Development Finance Partner Kimberly Smith Joins Holland & Knight in New York
Holland & Knight welcomes Kimberly Smith, an experienced transactional lawyer with a focus on New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC), commercial lending and real estate finance, as a partner in the firm's Tax Credit & Community Development Finance Practice in New York.
TN AG’s Division of Consumer Affairs Issues Reminder of National VSAFE Website to Protect Veterans from Scams
As Veterans Day approaches, the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office wants to ensure that Volunteer State veterans are aware of VSAFE.gov and1-833-38V-SAFE (1-833-388-7233).
Attorney General Reyes Joins Eight-State Coalition Fighting To Protect First Amendment Rights
Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes joined a “friend of the court” brief with the U.S. Supreme Court today arguing in favor of religious liberty and school choice.
Expungement Clinic Set for December 12 in St. Albans
Attorney General Charity Clark, along with Franklin County State’s Attorney Bram Kranichfeld, will host a free expungement clinic on Thursday, December 12, 2024, with appointments available from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Fox Rothschild Practice Groups Highlighted in 2025 ‘Best Law Firms’ List
Fox Rothschild is pleased to announce that Best Lawyers has selected 11 of the firm’s practice areas among the top national tier and 50 practice groups among the top metropolitan tier in its 2025 list of “Best Law Firms.”
Lisa Chiarini named IAM Global Leader for patent practice excellence
Lisa Chiarini, a partner in Reed Smith’s Princeton office, has been named an IAM Global Leader, highlighting her achievements in patent practice.
Troutman Pepper Launches ‘No Infringement Intended’ Podcast
Intellectual property issues have always influenced the world of pop culture, from music and movies to fan fiction and beyond, and these issues have only become more complex in the era of digital media
Nineteen Holland & Knight Attorneys Recognized by The Best Lawyers in Colombia for 2025
Holland & Knight is pleased to announce that 19 of the firm's attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Colombia 2025 guide.
Carr Finalizes State’s Settlement with Kroger, Secures Over $55 Million for Opioid Treatment and Recovery Efforts
Attorney General Chris Carr announced that the State of Georgia and its participating local governments will receive more than $55 million to expand access to opioid treatment, prevention, and recovery services as part of a recently finalized settlement agreement with Kroger.