The proliferation of wage and hour litigation in California and recent significant changes to the law have created uncertainty for employers and their lawyers alike. Both recent PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act of 2004)…
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/ Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Commercial Law & Contracts, Labor & Employment Law
Learn the skills you need to provide pro bono support to climate-friendly causes, communities, and startups!
This unique event brings together attorneys from across the world to learn how they can engage in pro bono legal…
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/ Environmental Law, Nonprofit Law
Join Niall McMillan and Anders Sleight from Offit Kurman as they delve into the complexities of handling subpoenas in commercial litigation. They discuss the importance of reviewing subpoenas carefully, understanding their…
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/ Commercial Law & Contracts, Law Practice Products & Services
Join attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman in this week's episode of OK at Work as they delve into the topic of pre-litigation letters. They explore the different types of lawyer letters, such as demand…
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/ Labor & Employment Law
Welcome to “Lost in Translation: Blunders in International Estate Planning.” This blog series explores the rarified world of international estate planning, uncovering potential pitfalls and providing insights to navigate the…
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/ International Law & Trade, Taxation, Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
Did you get sued for the first time? Then you’ve got litigation on your hands. Litigation is just another word for a court case. Choosing an attorney to represent you in that litigation is tricky — and very important…
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/ Civil Procedure, Commercial Law & Contracts, Law Practice Products & Services
The lifetime estate tax exemption amount is as high as ever. The estate tax exemption amount rose from $1,000,000 in 2002 to $5,000,000 in 2011. Then, Congress doubled the amount of the estate tax exemption in 2018. As of this…
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/ Taxation, Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
In a groundbreaking decision that could reshape the landscape of California estate law, the Court of Appeal in the Second District Division Four has ruled in favor of trustee David Henry Simon, affirming his right to seek a…
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/ Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
Many business owners view trademark registration as a smart investment—and they’re right. A federal registration gives you valuable legal advantages, including nationwide priority, a presumption of ownership, and stronger tools…
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/ Business Organizations, Intellectual Property
While many felt that 2025 might finally be the year of the rebound for mergers and acquisitions (M&A), the M&A landscape has hit turbulence as we take off into the new year. In just the first few months, the new administration…
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/ Government Contracting, International Law & Trade, Mergers & Acquisitions
The private sector's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) landscape is undergoing significant transformation in response to evolving federal policies and legal challenges. Two executive orders from President Donald Trump in…
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/ Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Labor & Employment Law
Join attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman as they discuss the essential role of documentation in progressive discipline and performance plans for employees. Learn the steps involved in creating effective…
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/ Labor & Employment Law
As immigration enforcement efforts evolve, landlords and property managers must prepare to respond appropriately when interacting with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or other law enforcement agencies. Understanding…
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/ Immigration Law, Privacy, Real Estate - Residential
Third-party releases may no longer provide a shield to owners and directors of a reorganized company. Still, a New York bankruptcy court recently paved the way for another constructive solution for the individual owner of a…
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/ Bankruptcy, Business Organizations, Civil Procedure
In this episode of The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide, host Candace Dellacona is joined by financial planner and author Sherry Finkel Murphy. They discuss the unique challenges of the 'Triple Decker Sandwich Generation,' a…
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/ Family Law
