Michael J. "Mike" Gill

Dennis is an innovative and creative thinker who helps clients find the best path to their desired goals. He has more than 35 years of experience over hundreds of transactions in the strategy, structure, and successful execution of mergers and acquisitions and other capital transactions. Dennis regularly advises clients on the mergers and acquisitions of financial institutions, the raising of additional capital through public and private offerings of equity and debt instruments, and other str...

Erin Lynch Cordier is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Gaming Law. Erin, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Erin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Brian C. Bianco is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Patent Law. Brian C. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Brian C. Bianco since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Brian C. Bianco is held by other lawyers.

Tonya, chair of the Litigation & Disputes practice group, is a trusted legal partner for businesses navigating complex litigation, with a strong focus on product liability defense and risk mitigation counseling. She combines practical insight with strategic thinking to deliver efficient, results-driven representation. Clients value Tonya’s commitment to long-term success over quick settlements. She positions cases for strength at every stage – summary judgment, mediation, and ...

Jody Kahn Mason is a principal in the Chicago, Illinois, office of Jackson Lewis P.C., and is a co-leader of both the firm’s Biometric Privacy Litigation Group and the Privacy Litigation team. Jody has significant litigation and trial experience, and is a member of the Trial Bar of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. Jody has counseled countless companies regarding compliance with biometric privacy laws, including the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act...

As a partner in the Intellectual Property Practice Group, Emer focuses her practice on patent litigation and counseling in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. With extensive experience representing clients in Hatch-Waxman and patent infringement disputes in federal court and before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), she deftly guides clients through complex legal and regulatory landscapes. Emer frequently partners with pharma and biotech clients early in the product lifecy...

Matthew R. Kipp concentrates in complex commercial litigation and governmental investigations. His experience includes representing clients in federal, state and arbitral tribunals, and in all phases of litigation, at both the trial and appellate levels. Mr. Kipp has represented a variety of companies or their audit committees in investigations by the Securities and Exchange Commission into alleged accounting irregularities and improper business practices, including General Mills, Inc., The H...

Loren A. Weil is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Banking and Finance Law. Loren A. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Loren A. Weil since 2012. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Loren A. Weil is held by other lawyers.

Mercedes Badia-Tavas provides legal and business guidance to clients on a broad range of immigration law cases, with focus on Fortune 500 and small companies alike. Mercedes supports her firm’s offices and clients across various states on immigration employment transfers and up-to-date compliance. As an immigrant herself, Mercedes finds particular fulfillment in helping companies and individuals immigrate to the United States and participate in the American dream through startups and bu...

Anne E. Larson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Employment Law - Management. Anne E. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Anne E. Larson since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Anne E. Larson is held by other lawyers.