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Steven E. Fineman is the Managing Partner of Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP, resident in the firm’s New York office. Under his leadership, Lieff Cabraser has become a “go-to” firm for plaintiffs’ litigation across multiple bars, including Mass Torts, Antitrust, Securities/ Financial Fraud, Consumer Protection, Product Liability, Employment Discrimination, Data Privacy, and Whistleblower/False Claims Act. This commitment to excellence has led Lieff Cabraser...

Stephen L. Sheinfeld is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Stephen L. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen L. Sheinfeld since 2013. 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 Stephen L. Sheinfeld is held by other lawyers.

Nicole M. Runyan is an investment funds partner in the New York office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP, and heads the Firm’s registered funds practice. Nicole has nearly two decades of experience advising clients on the formation, registration, operation and oversight of nearly every type of registered fund as well as business development companies (BDCs).Nicole has a broad background representing mutual funds, ETFs, listed closed-end funds and other traditional registered funds investing a...

David T. Harmon is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management. David T. Harmon is the Co-Chair of the firm’s Executive Compensation and Employment Strategies Group and a member of the firm’s Compensation Committee. He is a former member of the firm’s Management Committee. David focuses his practice on executive compensation, employment, and business law. David represents senior-level employees of public and private compan...

Ernest W. Chung is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Energy Law. Ernest W. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Ernest W. Chung since 2025. 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 Ernest W. Chung is held by other lawyers.

Michela has dedicated her career to mastering the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code as they relate to tax-exempt bonds. She has represented issuers, underwriters and borrowers in all manner of borrowings, including advance refundings, commercial paper programs and certificates of participation, among others. She has also successfully represented conduit borrowers and issuers in connection with IRS tax compliance audits and the IRS Voluntary Closing Agreement Program. Working in the area...

Paula K. Colbath is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Paula K. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Paula K. Colbath since 2027. 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 Paula K. Colbath is held by other lawyers.

Elyse G. Kirschner advises clients on domestic and international tax and estates planning matters. Elyse’s areas of experience include charitable giving techniques, the formation and taxation of private trust companies, tax-exempt organizations and the taxation of foreign trusts. Read full biography: https://www.mwe.com/people/kirschner-elyse-g/

Stuart D. Levi is co-head of Skadden’s Intellectual Property and Technology Group, and coordinates the firm’s outsourcing and privacy practices. He has a broad and diverse practice that includes outsourcing transactions, technology and intellectual property licensing, privacy and cyber security advice, branding and distribution agreements, cloud computing agreements, technology transfers, strategic alliances and joint ventures. Mr. Levi also counsels clients on a variety of issues...

Howard L. Ellin is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Howard L. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Howard L. Ellin 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 Howard L. Ellin is held by other lawyers.