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Miyoko Sato Becomes First Attorney to Receive Smith’s Phoenix Award
October 21, 2026
Miyoko Sato has received the 2026 Smith’s Phoenix Award, becoming the first attorney to receive the honor. The award recognizes individuals whose leadership, professional achievements, and contributions have made a lasting impact on the high yield municipal bond sector. Miyoko was honored at Smith’s High Yield Municipal Bond Conference on October 20.
Mintz Advised Rocket Software on Acquisition of Geniez AI
October 20, 2026
Mintz advised Rocket Software on its acquisition of Geniez AI, a generative AI company specializing in mainframe technology.
Michelle Capezza was quoted in a Fiduciary News article examining the compliance and administrative considerations for employers considering adding Trump Account contributions to cafeteria plans.
As IPRs Wane, Patent Reexam Route Offers Promise and Peril
October 19, 2026
Kevin Amendt was featured in a Law360 article exploring the growing use of ex parte reexaminations as inter partes reviews become more difficult to secure and the strategic considerations for patent challengers.
Mintz Advises Silversmith Capital Partners on Acquisition of Vantora
October 16, 2026
Mintz advised Silversmith Capital Partners on its acquisition of Vantora (formerly UP.Labs Ventures), a U.S.-based venture studio and investment platform focused on the incubation, development, and investment in early-stage technology companies.
