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Partner Jennie Wang VonCannon‘s article, “Before, during, and after a cyberattack” was published in Security Magazine. In the article, Jennie covers the businesses sectors that are affected by the Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act signed into law in March 2022 and the critical actions businesses need to take to prepare for and address incidents according to …

Jennie Wang VonCannon’s Article on Actions to Take Before, During, and After a Cyberattack Published in Security Magazine Read More »

Partners Thomas P. O’Brien and Ivy Wang were featured in this year’s Los Angeles Times special publication, “Business of Law: Trends, Updates, Visionaries,” which profiles legal visionaries from top law firms and other organizations who have exhibited noteworthy achievements within their respective practice areas. The B2B Publishing team used determining criteria including average success rate, …

Thomas P. O’Brien and Ivy Wang Named as Legal Visionaries in the Los Angeles Times “Business of Law” Issue Read More »

Ellis George LLP achieved a significant victory in the California Court of Appeal on behalf of the Association of Deputy District Attorneys for Los Angeles County (ADDA) in an action challenging several of District Attorney George Gascón’s prosecutorial directives. In February 2021, Ellis George secured a preliminary injunction from a California trial court that enjoined …

Ellis George Wins Published Court of Appeal Decision Affirming District Attorney’s Mandatory Obligation to Enforce California’s Three Strikes Law Read More »

Chambers and Partners has once again recognized Ellis George LLP in its annual guide, which ranks the top lawyers and law firms across the USA. In this edition, Ellis George was ranked in Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations in California and two partners were also named based on their legal knowledge and experience, their …

Ellis George LLP Recognized in Chambers and Partners USA Guide 2022 Read More »

Managing Partner Keith Wesley has been recognized in the Los Angeles Business Journal‘s special publication, “Top 100 Lawyers 2022,” which honors those in the region who have demonstrated exceptional legal skill and achievements across the full spectrum of responsibility, exemplary leadership and contributions to the Los Angeles community at large. Click here to see the …

Keith Wesley Recognized in Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Top 100 Lawyers 2022” Issue Read More »

LOS ANGELES, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Wells Fargo’s refusal on Monday to consent to the jurisdiction of a Black female U.S. District Court judge to preside over a case where the bank is accused of improperly using race as a factor in its mortgage refinance approval process is a revelation of Wells Fargo’s view of judicial objectivity, say lawyers representing …

Plaintiff Attorneys: Wells Fargo Refuses Black Female Judge in Discrimination Case Read More »

Partner Chris Arledge‘s article on trial advocacy was published in Law360 this week. In the article, Chris discusses the shortcomings in the current method of preparing trial lawyers and advocates for an alternative, story-based approach. To read the full article, click here. (Subscription may be required.) Chris is an experienced and successful trial lawyer and advocacy …

Chris Arledge’s Article on How To Improve Trial Advocacy Training Published in Law360 Read More »

Partners Kathryn L. McCann and Katherine Petti have been recognized in the Los Angeles Business Journal‘s special edition issue, “Women of Influence: Attorneys,” which highlights their careers, practices and relevant recent successes they’ve achieved. Click here to see the full edition. Those selected for inclusion were reviewed by the Los Angeles Business Journal editorial department …

Kathryn McCann and Katherine Petti Recognized in Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Women of Influence: Attorneys” for 2022 Read More »

So you’ve been hit with a ransomware attack or your IT professional has notified you that there is suspicious activity on your network and you suspect that malicious actors have taken some of your data. What now? Time is of the essence during a cyberattack and the clock is now ticking with respect to disclosures …

LEGAL UPDATE: New Federal Law Imposes Cyber Incident and Ransomware Payment Reporting Requirements on “Critical Infrastructure” Companies Read More »