News & Press Releases

The Life Sciences Practice at Mintz – recognized by Chambers USA, Chambers Canada, and Chambers Global – will be showcasing its commitment to the industry ecosystem in a variety of different ways during the upcoming BIO 2025 International Convention.

Chair of Mintz Intellectual Property Prosecution and Counseling Practice Fred Hernandez has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Access Youth Academy, a San Diego-based nonprofit committed to transforming the lives of underserved youth through academic enrichment and sports.

Of Counsel Michelle Capezza was quoted in a recent Forbes article about the Department of Labor’s recent decision to rescind its 2022 guidance that advised 401(k) plans to exercise caution when offering cryptocurrency investment options.

Mintz has earned top rankings in the 2025 edition of Legal 500 United States and Canada guides. The firm is recognized in 20 practice categories, and 78 of its attorneys are individually ranked in the guide, with several receiving recognition in more than one category. Additionally, two attorneys are featured in the "Hall of Fame," seven attorneys are named "Leading Lawyers," and five attorneys are recognized as a "Next Generation Lawyers."

Co-chair of Mintz’s Real Estate Practice Daniel Guggenheim has been recognized as a recommended real estate lawyer in Lexology’s Real Estate 2025 Index. This distinction is based on feedback from Lexology’s research teams, clients, and peers, and highlights leading lawyers in the field for their outstanding expertise and contributions.

Chambers USA has recognized 43 of Mintz’s practices and 88 of its attorneys in its 2025 guide to the country’s leading law firms. Of those featured in the guide, 17 attorneys and seven practice areas were awarded Chambers’ highest ranking, Band 1. The firm expanded its rankings this year with three new practice area listings and 17 attorneys recognized for the first time or in additional categories.