News & Press Releases

This feature article discusses a new Massachusetts law focused noncompete employment agreements. The article looks at how this differs from previous noncompete laws and what the new law means for employers. Member Kate Beattie is quoted providing commentary.

Employment, Labor and Benefits Member Jen Rubin authored this column focusing on the importance of and need to have a thorough investigation process in harassment situations in the workplace.

This feature story highlights the arrival of Member Jon Welner. The article notes that Jon, who joins the firm’s San Francisco office, focuses his practice on environmental law and land use matters, while also advising clients on prevailing wage issues.

Member and Chair of the firm’s Insurance Practice Kim Marrkand authored this Law360 “Expert Analysis” piece. The column discusses Ohio’s unprecedented step of signing into law an amendment that specifically rejects the American Law Institute's Restatement of the Law, Liability Insurance. Kim also addresses the impact of Ohio’s decision and which states could follow next.

This column notes that as a society, we are increasingly insisting that corporations generate and measure social impact alongside profit. In this piece, Member Tom Burton and Associate Ben Stone discuss both the opportunities and challenges presented to boards of directors. Tom founded, and currently chairs, the firm’s Energy & Sustainability Practice and Ben previously served in-house in social impact roles.