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Sheppard Mullin Appoints First Female Office Managing Partner, Liisa Thomas, in Chicago

by Multicultural Law News June 3, 2022

Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP has appointed Liisa M. Thomas as managing partner of the firm’s Chicago office. Thomas is the first woman to lead this local office. She succeeds Larry Eppley, who has served as founding managing partner since the Chicago office opened in 2012. Eppley will continue to lead the firm’s nationwide Hospitality industry team.

“Liisa is a talented, exceptional attorney who is known as a leader in pioneering initiatives to achieve client goals and successes,” said Sheppard Mullin chair Luca Salvi. “Her deep understanding of Chicago and the local business community, coupled with her commitment to her colleagues and to client service, will further strengthen the momentum of Larry’s outstanding work as office managing partner.”

“I am honored to lead the Chicago office,” said Thomas. “It is an exciting time here. We’re celebrating 10 successful years this summer, and we’ve outgrown our physical office space and are preparing for a new location in River North later this year. I’m energized to deepen and expand our client relationships, continue to focus on building an inclusive environment and raise the profile of Sheppard Mullin in the Chicago market.”

“It has been a privilege to serve as Chicago’s managing partner for the last decade and lead our office through numerous milestones,” said Eppley. “Since day one, Chicago established a unique, tight-knit and collaborative culture, and I’m really proud of how we’ve maintained and nurtured our office rapport as we’ve grown. Liisa will be a great ambassador for the office, and I am delighted to congratulate Liisa on her appointment.”

Thomas joined Sheppard Mullin in 2016 as partner and co-leader of the firm’s global Privacy and Cybersecurity practice. She is recognized by privacy professionals and clients alike as a pioneer within the industry, having practiced in this area since its inception. Recognizing a lack of on-the-job training for privacy professionals, Thomas recently spearheaded the creation of Sheppard Mullin’s Privacy and Cybersecurity Fellowship Program, designed to mentor the next generation of cybersecurity leaders.

She is also the author of two well-regarded treatises (Thomas on Data Breach and Thomas on Big Data), and teaches privacy and security law classes at Northwestern University where she is the recipient of the Edward Avery Harriman Law School Lectureship. She is consistently recognized as a privacy and cybersecurity leader by Chambers, Cybersecurity Docket, Legal 500, Best Lawyers in America and Crain’s Chicago Business. She was recently named to Legal 500’s Hall of Fame for Cyber Law. Earlier this year, Thomas was awarded Sheppard Mullin’s Diversity & Inclusion Award for her commitment to D&I programs and initiatives within the firm and the legal profession.

Sheppard Mullin’s Chicago office, which has consistently been recognized as an Illinois “Best Places to Work,” includes more than 80 attorneys and staff and serves national and local clients across a broad range of disciplines, including bankruptcy, commercial litigation, corporate/M&A, energy, healthcare, hospitality, labor and employment, intellectual property, privacy and cybersecurity, real estate and tax.

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Winston & Strawn Names Kelly Hunsaker Office Managing Partner of Firm’s Silicon Valley Office

by Multicultural Law News June 3, 2022

Winston & Strawn LLP has elevated intellectual property Partner Kelly Hunsaker to Office Managing Partner of the firm’s Silicon Valley office. Kelly replaces former Winston Partner Kathi Vidal, who was recently sworn in as Undersecretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and as Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Kelly maintains a national patent and IP litigation and trial practice. Her patent litigation work covers a wide range of technologies and industries, especially in high-tech fields involving computer software and hardware, consumer electronics, cloud computing, and networking technologies. Kelly has also handled cases in other areas of commercial and IP litigation, including trademark, trade secret, copyright, and technology-licensing disputes. She counsels clients on patent and IP strategy, pre-suit investigations and due diligence, and proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board and International Trade Commission.

“I am honored to assume the leadership role of an office that provides legal and business solutions to today’s most cutting-edge technology companies,” said Kelly. “Our Silicon Valley team offers critical services to a wide range of clients whose innovations truly power the global economy.”

“Kelly is the right person to lead our firm’s Silicon Valley office,” said Winston Chairman Tom Fitzgerald. “Her in-depth knowledge of patent and other IP issues and her record of advocacy on behalf of companies at the vanguard of technology and law have prepared her well for stepping into this highly visible role.”

Kelly is the Silicon Valley chair of Winston’s Women’s Leadership Initiative, and she is part of the firm’s Disruptive Technologies and Waco Watch groups. She received her J.D. from UC Hastings Law and her B.B.A. from the University of Texas.

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Jonice Gray Tucker, a Leading Financial Services Attorney, Joins Paul Hastings

by Multicultural Law News June 3, 2022

Paul Hastings announced the arrival of Jonice Gray Tucker to bring deep expertise representing financial services clients in matters that include government investigations, supervisory matters, litigation, and regulatory compliance. Gray Tucker brings synergies with Paul Hastings’ client roster, including virtually every major investment bank in the world, as well as dozens of leading fintech companies.

Gray Tucker is one of the country’s leading financial services attorneys, the immediate past Chair of the American Bar Association’s Banking Law Committee, and a frequent industry speaker. Recognized by Chambers USA as a leading lawyer in Consumer Financial Services (Enforcement & Investigations), Gray Tucker represents clients in high-stakes legal proceedings, including enforcement and supervisory matters initiated by the full gamut of federal and state regulators. She routinely provides strategic advice to senior corporate leaders, including Boards, as they navigate complex, and often unexpected business and legal challenges.  Gray Tucker’s practice also includes handling internal investigations, defending civil litigation and providing advice on compliance with consumer protection laws. She has particular expertise with laws governing fair and responsible lending. Gray Tucker has an extensive track record of positive resolutions for clients in matters involving controversy.

“Jonice is a superb lawyer who will excel across all aspects of regulatory and enforcement matters for our financial services clients,” said Seth Zachary, chair of Paul Hastings. “She supports our mission to invest in areas that are strategically important across a rapidly evolving market environment.”

“Paul Hastings has a highly collaborative and client-focused culture that enables tremendous growth potential and excellence in execution.” said Jonice Gray Tucker.

 

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Aimee Bryant Joins Fiduciary Trust as VP and Trust Counsel

by Multicultural Law News June 3, 2022

Fiduciary Trust Company (“Fiduciary”), a Boston-based private wealth management firm, is pleased to announce the hiring of Aimee Fukuchi Bryant, JD, as Vice President and Trust Counsel. As a member of Fiduciary’s Trust & Estates Legal Team, Bryant will work with Fiduciary’s investment officers to assist clients with estate planning, wealth transfer and charitable giving strategies, as well as on Fiduciary’s estate settlement and family trust administration matters. She will report to Suma V. Nair, Chief Fiduciary Officer.

“Aimee’s extensive estate planning and trust experience will further expand our team’s capabilities,” said Nair. “We are thrilled to have her join and apply her skills to benefit our clients.”

Prior to joining Fiduciary, Bryant was a partner in the Private Client Group at Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP, where she began her legal career. She is active in the professional community, serves on the MCLE’s Estate Planning Curriculum Advisory Committee, and is a co-chair of the Estate Planning Committee of the Boston Bar Association’s Trusts and Estates Section. She is also a former chairperson for the Boston Chapter of the International Association of Advisors in Philanthropy, and an incoming chairperson for Wondermore, a literacy-focused nonprofit that serves underserved schoolchildren in the Boston area.

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The Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA) celebrates the nomination of Jacqueline Romero for U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania

by Multicultural Law News June 2, 2022

The Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA) celebrates the nomination of Jacqueline Romero for U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, and applauds President Joe Biden and Senators Bob Casey and Pat Toomey for their bi-partisan efforts in making the recommendation.

Led by the HNBA, a group of legal leaders, bar associations, and community based organizations in Philadelphia and the Delaware River Valley signed a joint community letter to show solidarity in their support of Ms. Romero for U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Ms. Romero is a diverse leader with experience, integrity, character, and acute legal acumen. These qualities make her well-suited to serve, particularly in a district in need of leadership.

The President of the Hispanic National Bar Association, Carlos M. Bollar, stated, “We are all excited about the nomination of Jacqueline Romero for U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania not just because she would be the first woman of color to hold the office, but because of the quality and content of her person and character.” President Bollar continued, “The HNBA and several significant local community stakeholders resoundingly agree on the need to move forward as quickly as possible to a Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation vote.”

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