2023 Best Lawyers Mexican Awards

Best Law Firms Informational Webinar

by Best Lawyers

The Best Law Firms team hosted a webinar this week highlighting the importance of the submission process and answered law firm questions about presenting clients, professional references and law firm surveys.

A Time for Choosing

by Brandon D. Saxon and Debra Ellwood Meppen

Vast changes in the law, at both the federal and state level, have made it even harder to get through the already dense thickets of employment arbitration. What do businesses need to know going forward?

The Corporate Push for Renewable Utilities in Georgia

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyers highlights the rising popularity of renewable utilities amongst a growing number of major corporations, all with operations based in Georgia.

Class-Action Claims to Increase in the Wake of Societal Emphasis of ESG

by Agenique Smiley

Corporate litigators and state lawmakers anticipate a mounting rise in ESG-related issues surrounding class-action lawsuits. One Best Lawyers recognized firm is weighing in with survey data supporting this increase.

Under Pressure

by Antonios Roustopoulos and Sara T. Wagner

Capital markets commercial real estate is under pressure, and creativity is needed to make deals in 2023.

Whistleblower Legislation Opens the Doors for More International Claims

by Justin Smulison

An Anti-Money Laundering Act, part of a recently passed Omnibus Budget in the U.S. Senate, is expanding protection for whistleblowers both domestically and internationally.

Best Law Firms® Research Has Begun

by Best Lawyers

Best Law Firms® rankings are annually produced awards recognizing the top law firms across the United States. We are here to offer insight into the submission process for all eligible firms.

Best Lawyers Voting Is Now Open

by Best Lawyers

Voting has begun in several countries across the globe, including the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe. Below we offer dates, details and answers to voting-related questions to assist with the voting process.

Best Lawyers’ Purely Pure Voting: Authenticity and Trust Through Decades of Tradition

by Best Lawyers

Larry A. Campagna of Chamberlain Hrdlicka met with Best Lawyers CEO Phillip Greer to discuss how trust and peer-review feedback are pivotal to building authentic relationships with colleagues in the legal industry.

Honoring the Integrity of Best Lawyers’ Purely Peer Review Voting Process

by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers CEO Phillip Greer sat down with attorney J. Keith Hyde of Provost Umphrey to discuss how peer review plays a role in building relationships and establishing accountability in the legal industry.

Estate Plan Implications in Divorce

by April Will and James Vedder

It’s essential that family law practitioners consult with estate planning attorneys as they guide their clients through a marital breakup. Here’s what to what to consider when there is a trust, but the parties do not trust each other.

The Evolving Reproductive Landscape

by Justin Smulison

The Supreme Court’s thunderclap Dobbs decision sent abortion policy nationwide into utterly unfamiliar terrain. The ruling also has a colossal effect on surrogates, intended parents and anyone involved in family planning given the patchwork of state laws likely to emerge. What’s a family law attorney to do?

Clients with Appeal

by Michele M. Jochner

It’s frustrating to lose a case you’ve worked hard on. When considering whether to take an appeal of that ruling, here’s what to keep in mind—and how to enable your client to make that decision.

The Quarter-Century Childhood

by Joseph Trotti

In recent years, proposed and enacted laws have significantly expanded parental obligation for child support, receiving little attention. Even if well-meaning, they have their flaws, beginning with reduced parental rights.

Mike Morse Law Firm’s 90-Day Digital Transformation Disrupts Status Quo

by John Georgatos

Mike Morse Law Firm's Chief Information Officer is shedding light on the firm's 90-day digital transformation.

New York City To Clarify Employer Artificial Intelligence Laws

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyer weighs in on New York City's current legislative battle to clarify the extent of artificial intelligence laws in an employment setting.

Whistleblower Legislation Opens the Doors for More International Claims

by Justin Smulison

An Anti-Money Laundering Act, part of a recently passed Omnibus Budget in the U.S. Senate, is expanding protection for whistleblowers both domestically and internationally.

The Best Lawyers in South Africa™ 2023

by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers proudly announces lawyers recognized in South Africa for 2023.

Announcing the 2023 The Best Lawyers in America Honorees

by Best Lawyers

Only the top 5.3% of all practicing lawyers in the U.S. were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 29th edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.

Best Lawyers Voting Is Now Open

by Best Lawyers

Voting has begun in several countries across the globe, including the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe. Below we offer dates, details and answers to voting-related questions to assist with the voting process.

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America for 2023

by Best Lawyers

The third edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ highlights the legal talent of lawyers who have been in practice less than 10 years.

Rising Transfer Taxes

by Angus C. Beverly

Transfer taxes in California are becoming a statewide trend with potentially national implications. Here is a breakdown of the effects in several cities.

Could Reign Supreme End with the Queen?

by Sara Collin

Canada is revisiting the notion of abolishing the monarchy after Queen Elizabeth II’s passing, but many Canadians and lawmakers are questioning if Canada could, should and would follow through.

Famous Songs Unprotected by Copyright Could Mean Royalties for Some

by Michael B. Fein

A guide to navigating copyright claims on famous songs.

What the Courts Say About Recording in the Classroom

by Christina Henagen Peer and Peter Zawadski

Students and parents are increasingly asking to use audio devices to record what's being said in the classroom. But is it legal? A recent ruling offer gives the answer to a question confusing parents and administrators alike.

Announcing the 2023 The Best Lawyers in Canada Honorees

by Best Lawyers

The Best Lawyers in Canada™ is entering its 17th edition for 2023. We highlight the elite lawyers awarded this year.

Announcing The Best Lawyers in Australia™ 2023

by Best Lawyers

The results include an elite field of top lawyers and firms from Australia.

The Upcycle Conundrum

by Karen Kreider Gaunt

Laudable or litigious? What you need to know about potential copyright and trademark infringement when repurposing products.

Caffeine Overload and DUI Tests

by Daniel Taylor

While it might come as a surprise, the over-consumption of caffeine could trigger a false positive on a breathalyzer test.

Wage and Overtime Laws for Truck Drivers

by Greg Mansell

For truck drivers nationwide, underpayment and overtime violations are just the beginning of a long list of problems. Below we explore the wages you are entitled to but may not be receiving.

2022: Another Banner Year

by John Fields

Block O’Toole & Murphy continues to secure some of New York’s highest results for personal injury matters.

Choosing a Title Company: What a Seller Should Expect

by Roy D. Oppenheim

When it comes to choosing a title company, how much power exactly does a seller have?