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March 25, 2025
Eugene Hanrahan Delivers Successful Oral Argument in Federal Court
Los Angeles Partner Eugene Hanrahan successfully drafted and argued a motion to dismiss in federal court for our clients, a county District Attorney’s Office and an individual deputy district attorney. After a man suspected of attempting to kidnap a young female jogger in a park was arrested, he was prosecuted for the offense by our clients, and the Sheriff’s Department executed a search warrant at his home. A few years later, a trial court granted the man a motion declaring him factually innocent of the crime for which he was arrested. The man subsequently filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against our clients and the Sheriff’s Department.
March 24, 2025
Legal Insight: Ninth Circuit Finds Coverage Dispute Unripe Before Contractual Appraisal Completed
When parties to an insurance contract disagree on the value of a loss, and the contract requires appraisal to resolve such disputes, is the insured's claim against the insurer for failure to pay a disputed amount ripe before appraisal is completed? No, according to a March 3, 2025 opinion by the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
March 19, 2025
Christine M. La Vorgna Selected to Super Lawyers’ 2025 San Diego Rising Stars List
Congratulations to San Diego Partner Christine M. La Vorgna, who has been named a 2025 Rising Star by Super Lawyers. This marks the first time Ms. La Vorgna has been honored with the distinction.
March 17, 2025
Manning Kass Promotes Sean Dowsing to Orange County Office Managing Partner
Manning Kass, a leading national law firm, proudly names Sean Dowsing as the new Managing Partner of its Orange County office, where he is set to drive innovation, growth, and excellence. Following the retirement of former Managing Partner Brian T. Moss, Dowsing expressed his enthusiasm for the role, reaffirming his commitment to legal excellence and a collaborative firm culture.
March 10, 2025
Nathalie C. Hackett Named Among Top 50 Women Leaders in Law
New York Partner Nathalie C. Hackett was recently named among the Top 50 Women Leaders in Law for 2025 by Women We Admire, a professional women’s network comprised of female executives and leaders across the U.S. and Canada. The list recognizes female attorneys who are “not only advocates for legal excellence but also champions of ethical practice, driving positive change across the industry.”
March 5, 2025
Join Eugene P. Ramirez for Expert Insights on Sheriff Supervisor Liability at the WSSA Conference
Founding Partner Eugene P. Ramirez will speak on Sheriff supervisor liability at the Western States Sheriffs Association Annual Conference on Wednesday, March 12. The conference will take place at the Peppermill Resort and Casino in Reno, Nevada, and will bring together Sheriffs and their command staff from across 18 states to discuss issues affecting Sheriffs in the western United States.
March 4, 2025
Learn Mediation Tips with Fredric W. Trester in California Lawyers Association Webinar
Named Partner Fredric W. Trester will be speaking in the California Lawyers Association’s upcoming webinar, “How Plaintiffs Can Effectively Mediate and Resolve Cases Where Defendants Have Insurance Coverage,” on Tuesday, March 11. This MCLE-accredited presentation will assist practitioners in effectively resolving cases through the mediation process when insurance carriers are involved.
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