In The News
March 1, 2010
"Industry Voices Opposition to Real-Time ATS Reports"
Wall Street Letter
Howard L. Kramer
Schiff Hardin partner Howard Kramer was consulted for this article about industry comment to proposed federal regulations regarding real-time reporting of alternative trading system activity. Mr. Kramer leads the firm's Securities and Futures Regulation group.
February 26, 2010
"Labor Dept.'s 401(k) Proposal Could Rock Pension Advice Business"
Investment News
Bradford P. Campbell
This article quotes Bradford Campbell, Of Counsel in Schiff Hardin's Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Group — and former Assistant Secretary of Labor and head of the Employee Benefits Security Administration — regarding new proposed labor regulations. The regulations would limit permissible compensation arrangements for financial advisors to 401(k) plans providing investment advice to participants, and establish procedures for providing computer model-based advice.
February 19, 2010
"Creative ESOP Deal Adds Equity for Wisconsin Thrift"
American Banker
Christopher J. Zinski
This article in American Banker quotes Chris Zinski, a partner in Schiff Hardin's Financial Institutions Group. Mr. Zinksi comments on one bank's creative strategy in shoring up its capital position: unwinding its employee stock ownership program.
February 11, 2010
"Love, Yes, But Be Committed to Marriage"
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Leah Ward Sears
In this editorial in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Leah Ward Sears, former Chief Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court and now leader of Schiff Hardin's appellate practice, shares her observations on the institution of marriage.
February 4, 2010
"Taking Time to Represent the Little Guy"
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
Ronald S. Safer
This feature story focuses on Schiff Hardin managing partner Ron Safer. It traces his legal career from a clerkship for a federal judge in Washington, D.C., through a ten-year stint at the U.S. Attorney's Office in Chicago — where he ultimately led the Criminal Division — to his current position. The story notes Mr. Safer's continuing commitment to pro bono work, particularly his efforts to exonerate Julie Rea Harper, a woman wrongfully convicted of murdering her son, in 2006.
February 2, 2010
"Abuses Spur Call for Funeral-Service Reforms"
Washington Times
Patricia Brown Holmes
This article about a U.S. Congressional hearing on cemetery industry reform quotes Schiff Hardin partner Patricia Brown Holmes. Ms. Holmes, who chaired a task force on cemetery reform in Illinois, testified at the hearing about her group's success in making new law to protect consumers.
February, 2010
"Suburban Practice"
Chicago Lawyer
Nicole Finitzo, Ronald S. Safer, Richard L. Verkler
In this article about the suburban offices of Chicago law firms (featuring Of Counsel Nicole Finitzo and our Lake Forest office on the cover), three Schiff Hardin attorneys discuss the firm's Lake Forest location. Many clients benefit from a convenient location coupled with access to a larger body of legal expertise in the firm's major urban offices around the country.
January 26, 2010
"Are Concert-Goers the Losers in Ticketmaster-Live Nation Deal?"
E-Commerce Times
Richard J. Hoskins
This article in the E-Commerce Times quotes Schiff Hardin partner Richard Hoskins on the government's approval, with conditions, of the merger of Ticketmaster, the leading entertainment ticketing seller, and Live Nation, a leading provider of booking and management services for live music acts.
January 19, 2010
"Schiff Hardin Creates New Fund"
San Francisco Daily Journal
K. William Neuman, Brett H. Greenberg
This piece in the San Francisco Daily Journal takes note of Schiff Hardin's role in creating a $350 million discretionary real estate investment fund. Bill Neuman and Brett Greenberg, in our San Francisco office, took the lead in the fund formation.
January 15, 2010
"William Powell's Clear View"
Golfweek
Lewis C. Horne Jr.
Lewis Horne, a Schiff Hardin partner focusing on public finance, is quoted in this article on the recent passing of William Powell, the first African-American to design, build, own and operate a golf facility in the United States. Mr. Horne is a Past President of the National Minority Golf Foundation, and currently serves as Chairperson of the LPGA Foundation and Secretary/Director of the American Junior Golf Association.
January 14, 2010
"Three Best Ways to Win a New Client"
The Wall Street Journal
Ronald S. Safer
This Wall Street Journal article takes note of Schiff Hardin's partnerships with corporations. Managing partner Ron Safer explains that, by sending a lawyer to work temporarily at a company, the firm can build a relationship that lasts beyond that lawyer's in-house tenure.
January 12, 2010
"Outlook 2010 — DOL's EBSA to Address Broad Issues on Fiduciaries, Effective Dates, Health Plans"
Pension & Benefits Daily (and other BNA publications)
Bradford P. Campbell
Bradford Campbell, Of Counsel in Schiff Hardin's Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Group, is quoted in this article reviewing upcoming regulatory issues for the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA). Mr. Campbell, former Assistant Secretary of Labor and head of the EBSA, comments on DOL's new proposal to broaden the regulatory definition of an ERISA fiduciary investment advisor, and on the ERISA preemption implications of DOL's new proposal to redefine ERISA-covered health benefit plans.
December 15, 2009
"High court to examine privacy at work case"
The Washington Times
William J. Carroll
Will Carroll, who heads up Schiff Hardin's labor and employment practice in California, is quoted in this article about the appeal of a workplace privacy case, the first of its kind to be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court. The case, concerning a California police officer whose text messages on a department pager were audited by the department, will go before the Supreme Court next spring.
December 7, 2009
"Market Mess: DOJ's Manipulation Case Against BP Traders Crumbles"
The National Law Journal
Ronald S. Safer
This story in the National Law Journal notes Schiff Hardin's role, led by managing partner Ron Safer, in the defense of one of the defendants in a federal prosecution of energy derivative traders working for BP.
December 2, 2009
"Sears' portrait unveiled at state high court"
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Leah Ward Sears
This piece from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution details the addition of former Chief Justice Leah Ward Sears' official portrait to the collection at the Georgia Supreme Court. Former Chief Justice Sears joined Schiff Hardin as a partner in the summer of 2009, and spearheads the firm's appellate practice.
December 1, 2009
"Mack-Cali Announces New Lease with PBA of the City of New York"
CNNMoney.com
Christine A. McGuinness
This article takes note of a New York real estate deal closed with the assistance of Schiff Hardin partner Christine McGuinness. Ms. McGuinness represented the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association of New York in their lease of new office space in downtown Manhattan.
November 25, 2009
"Trio of defendants win asbestos trial"
The Recorder
Eliot S. Jubelirer
Schiff Hardin partner and commercial litigator Eliot Jubelirer is quoted in this article about an asbestos trial. Mr. Jubelirer comments on the possible negative impact of the large awards sought by the plaintiffs in the case.
November 23, 2009
"Dahlonega rolls out red carpet for high court"
Fulton County Daily Report
Paul E. Greenwalt III
This article describes the argument made by Schiff Hardin partner Paul Greenwalt during special oral argument session conducted by the Supreme Court of Georgia in Dahlonega, Georgia. Mr. Greenwalt, who represents a death row inmate on a pro bono basis, obtained a complete victory before the habeas court when that court ordered a new trial after finding that the client's trial lawyers were ineffective and that the client is mentally retarded and therefore cannot be executed. The State did not appeal the finding of mental retardation and the only issue before the Supreme Court is whether the client is entitled to a new trial as a result of his counsel's ineffectiveness.
November 16, 2009
"Schiff Hardin Pulls In Drinker Biddle Securities Partner"
Law360
Debra M. Patalkis
This piece on the Law360 newswire site takes note of the move to Schiff Hardin of Debra Patalkis, now a partner in our Securities and Futures Regulation group. Prior to entering private practice, Ms. Patalkis worked at the Securities and Exchange Commission as an assistant chief litigation counsel for the agency's Division of Enforcement.
November 10, 2009
"Stay Married if You Want Kids"
CNN.com
Leah Ward Sears
Leah Ward Sears, retired Chief Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court and now partner in Schiff Hardin's Appellate practice, authored this editorial on the complex relationships between marriage, parenthood and American society.
November 10, 2009
"Practitioners Cite Unsettled Law, Urge Adoption of Social Media Policies"
BNA Daily Labor Report
Eric L. Barnum
Schiff Hardin Labor and Employment group partner Eric Barnum is quoted in this article about employers grappling with rapidly evolving social networking technologies. Mr. Barnum comments on "friending" co-workers and the use of location-tracking devices by employers.
November 10, 2009
"Labor Department, Filers Gear Up as EFAST2 Implementation Deadline Approaches"
"New Form 5500 Requires Good Faith Effort, Especially Schedule C, DOL Says"
BNA Pension & Benefits Reporter
Bradford P. Campbell
Bradford Campbell, of counsel in Schiff Hardin's Labor and Employment group, is quoted in two articles on the Department of Labor's new EFAST2 electronic filing system for the Form 5500 annual report, filed by nearly one million pension, 401(k) and other ERISA plans. Mr. Campbell, former Assistant Secretary of Labor for Employee Benefits, discusses the approaching startup of the new system.
November 9, 2009
"Campbell Expects New Investment Advice Regs 'Any Day Now'"
401kWire.com
Bradford P. Campbell
This article on new investment advice rules relating to the Pension Protection Act of 2006 quotes Schiff Hardin attorney Bradford Campbell. Mr. Campbell, former Assistant Secretary of Labor for Employee Benefits, commented on current legislative and regulatory issues facing retirement plans.
November 5, 2009
"Saint Anthony Hospital Dedicates Emergency Department"
Lawndale News
Peter V. Fazio Jr.
This story highlights the dedication of a new Chicago hospital emergency department in the name of Schiff Hardin partner Peter Fazio and his wife Patti. Mr. Fazio, former managing partner and chairman of the firm, has served on Saint Anthony Hospital's board of directors for nearly 15 years, and was elected its chair in 1999.
November 2, 2009
"Lack of Evidence Cited in SEC New Mexico Kickback Case"
The Wall Street Journal
Michael K. Wolensky
Schiff Hardin partner Michael Wolensky, who practices in the firm's Securities and Futures Regulation group, is quoted in this article reporting on an argument he made to the Securities and Exchange Commission in an appeal by a former broker accused of paying kickbacks to the former New Mexico state treasurer.
October 25, 2009
"Arson science on trial in Indiana courtroom: Evidence challenged in 1995 conviction"
Chicago Tribune
Ronald S. Safer
This article in the Chicago Tribune describes a reexamination of an Indiana woman's 1995 arson conviction. Schiff Hardin managing partner Ron Safer, who serves as lead trial lawyer on the defendant's legal team, is quoted on how advances in fire science disprove the "evidence" used to convict her. Mr. Safer has worked in the past with Northwestern University's Center on Wrongful Convictions, notably in the Julie Rea Harper case.
October 23, 2009
"Skilling's Enron Appeal: Is 'Honest Services Fraud' a Bogus Charge?"
TIME Magazine
Patricia A. Pileggi
Patricia Pileggi, a partner in Schiff Hardin's New York office who concentrates on white collar criminal defense, is quoted in this article from TIME Magazine discussing the broad application of the controversial "honest services fraud" charge, which has been used to convict several high-profile defendants in recent years.
October 11, 2009
"Make state a model for cemetery oversight"
Chicago Tribune
Patricia Brown Holmes
Schiff Hardin partner Patricia Brown Holmes chaired the Illinois governor's cemetery oversight task force earlier this year. In this editorial in the Tribune, she describes some of the measures recommended by the task force to prevent a recurrence of the grave desecration and fraud crimes allegedly perpetrated at Burr Oak Cemetery in Alsip, Illinois this summer.
October 7, 2009
"Schiff hires Seyfarth lawyer to launch corporate group"
Fulton County Daily Report
Brian Gannon
This piece in the Fulton County Daily Report takes note of the recent move of corporate attorney Brian Gannon to Schiff Hardin. Mr. Gannon, now a partner in the firm's Corporate and Securities group, is looking forward to helping us expand our national corporate practice in the Atlanta office.
September 29, 2009
"New tenet in law of supply and demand; Federal judge tosses price-fixing charges after finding no evidence of lies, misrepresentation or other fraud"
Chicago Tribune
Ronald S. Safer
This article about a case of alleged commodities price-fixing quotes Schiff Hardin managing partner Ron Safer. Schiff Hardin was co-counsel for one of the defendants in the case, in which four former BP America Inc. employees were accused of market manipulation and conspiring to corner the market in over-the-counter propane. Though BP paid hundreds of millions of dollars in fines, a federal judge in Houston recently threw out the indictments. This is an important development for the trading and related industries.
September 29, 2009
"Add Knockoff Bags to Web Hosts' Woes"
National Law Journal
David Jacoby
This article about a $32 million judgment against two Web hosting firms for contributory trademark infringement, in the form of counterfeit handbag sales, quotes Schiff Hardin partner David Jacoby. Mr. Jacoby comments on the responsibility of Web site hosting companies when fake brand-name goods are being sold online using their services.
September 28, 2009
"Utility industry as a whole asks Supreme Court to overturn decision limiting FERC role in siting"
Electric Utility Week
Sherry A. Quirk
Sherry Quirk, who leads Schiff Hardin's Energy and Public Utilities group, is quoted in this article in Electric Utility Week. The article describes a court battle over federal permission for power transmission line siting and improvement in cases where states ignore or deny requests for such work.
September 23, 2009
"Carole Chomsker: Highly trusted at law firm," and
"Carole Chomsker, 1946-2009: Law firm aide had free spirit, pink hair"
Chicago Sun-Times and Chicago Tribune
Carole Chomsker
The Chicago Sun-Times and the Chicago Tribune both ran pictorial features remembering Carole Chomsker, assistant to the executive director of Schiff Hardin. Carole, who recently passed away after a many years-long battle with breast cancer, worked at the firm for 12 years and will be sorely missed.
September 16, 2009
Various stories on the Illinois governor's cemetery task force report
Chicago Sun-Times, Chicago Tribune and other local and national news outlets
Patricia Brown Holmes
Several local and national news outlets, both print and television, covered the presentation to the governor of the task force's report, commissioned in the wake of the Burr Oak Cemetery scandal. Many quote Patricia Brown Holmes, Schiff Hardin partner and chair of the task force.
September 15, 2009
"Twitter Sued Over User Posing As Energy Co. Oneok"
Law360
David Jacoby, Judith S. Roth
This article, on a trademark infringement claim against the social networking site Twitter by an Oklahoma energy company, quotes Schiff Hardin attorneys Judith Roth and David Jacoby. Ms. Roth and Mr. Jacoby comment on the significance of the case, in which a Twitter user adopted the company's name, in the evolving "Wild, Wild West" world of IP in the online realm.
September 10, 2009
"Who's Who In Chicago Business"
Crain's Chicago Business
Robert H. Riley, Ronald S. Safer
Once again for yet another year, Schiff Hardin Chairman Robert H. Riley and Managing Partner Ronald S. Safer were named to Crain's Chicago Business's "Who's Who in Chicago Business" list.
September 8, 2009
"The Little Indian Restaurant That Could"
The AmLaw Daily
David Jacoby, Judith S. Roth
Malaysian courts turned down McDonald's bid in a trademark infringement suit to stop a competing restaurant from calling itself McCurry. The AmLaw Daily reached out to Schiff Hardin IP attorneys David Jacoby and Judith Roth for a quick Q&A on the significance of the ruling. The published interview draws on their experience protecting the rights of varied trademark holders, and discusses why major brand owners need to be proactive in protecting their rights and some of the practical aspects of doing so.
September 2009
"Points to Ponder"
Chicago Lawyer
Matthew Galo, Stacie R. Hartman
Chicago Lawyer magazine asked attorneys to share advice for law students and young associates just starting out. Schiff Hardin partner Matt Galo advises thoughtful and deliberate positioning within the legal or business marketplaces; partner Stacie Hartman counsels seeking opportunities to determine which areas of practice are best suited to the students' or lawyers' strengths and interests.
August 17, 2009
"Seventh Circuit Court Ruling Stokes Fire for Resolution of Power Grid Cost Allocation"
Inside FERC
Sherry A. Quirk
Sherry Quirk, leader of Schiff Hardin's Energy and Public Utilities group, is quoted in this article on cost allocation between electric utilities for new high-voltage transmission lines.
August 12, 2009
"Cemetery Task Force Led By South Side Native"
Chicago Defender
Patricia Brown Holmes
This article spotlights Schiff Hardin partner Patricia Brown Holmes and her appointment to chair a task force on cemetery oversight in the wake of the Burr Oak Cemetery scandal in Alsip, Illinois. Ms. Holmes, leader of Schiff Hardin's White Collar Crime and Corporate Compliance group, has relatives interred at Burr Oak.
August 11, 2009
"Court Seeks Details on $33M SEC, BofA Bonus Deal"
Law 360
Allan Horwich
This article, on a recent lawsuit filed by the SEC against Bank of America over disclosure of executive bonuses in connection with the vote on the Merrill Lynch/Bank of America merger, quotes Schiff Hardin partner Allan Horwich. Mr. Horwich comments on the unusual circumstance of a judge requiring more information before approving settlement of an SEC enforcement action.
August 10, 2009
"Is NMS, ATS Reform Next?"
Wall Street Letter
Howard L. Kramer
Howard Kramer, leader of Schiff Hardin's Securities and Futures Regulation group, is quoted in this piece about possible efforts by the SEC to revise trading regulations relating to exposure of orders by exchanges and alternative trading systems.
August 2009
"Staying hired: Everything young lawyers need to know, but are afraid to ask"
Your ABA
Robert H. Riley
This American Bar Association newsletter article describes a panel at the ABA's annual meeting that examined issues in launching a law career in a down economy. Panelist Robert Riley, chairman of Schiff Hardin, shared his views about the ways in which junior lawyers can maximize their professional opportunities and develop trust relationships with clients and colleagues.
August 2009
"Responding to Economic Shifts"
Chicago Lawyer
Stephen J. Dragich
Schiff Hardin's Corporate and Securities group leader, Stephen Dragich, is quoted in this article on new how the economic downturn has caused new patterns to emerge in the practice of corporate law.
July 29, 2009
"Schiff Hardin Gains Bond Group"
Fulton County Daily Report
Lewis C. Horne Jr., Han C. Choi, Sandra Z. Zayac
This front-page story announces the arrival at Schiff Hardin's Atlanta office of three attorneys from Troutman Sanders LLP — Lewis C. Horne Jr., Han C. Choi and Sandra Z. Zayac. Michael K. Wolensky, leader of the Atlanta office, explains the value of augmenting the firm's public finance capability in the region.
July 23, 2009
"Like a death 'all over again': Search of Ill. cemetery agonizing for families"
USA Today
Patricia Brown Holmes
This article about the grave desecration and reselling scandal in Alsip, Illinois quotes Schiff Hardin partner Patricia Brown Holmes. Ms. Holmes was recently appointed by Governor Pat Quinn to chair a task force recommending regulatory changes in the wake of the incident.
July 21, 2009
"Michael Jackson's estate: the fallout will be monumental"
Gannett News Service, including USA Today
David Jacoby
David Jacoby, a partner focusing on intellectual property in Schiff Hardin's New York office, is quoted in this article about Michael Jackson's estate, and the continuing marketing value of the entertainer's image.
July 21, 2009
"Getting Personal: GRAT Talk Swirls as Obama Pushes Change"
Dow Jones Newswires
David R. Hodgman
The leader of Schiff Hardin's Private Clients, Trusts and Estates group, David Hodgman, is quoted in this article about possible federal reform of a popular estate planning tool.
July 17, 2009
"People"
National Journal
Roger E. Smith
This column takes note of Roger E. Smith's recent move to Schiff Hardin as a partner in the Energy and Public Utilities group. Mr. Smith describes how he got his start in the area of energy law.
July 13, 2009
"Social Web Mobilizes For — And Against — Sotomayor"
The Washington Post
Don M. Tellock
This column on the Washington Post Web site looks at the national online debate surrounding the nomination of Sonia Sotomayor to the U.S. Supreme Court. Don M. Tellock, a partner in Schiff Hardin's Litigation and White Collar Crime & Corporate Compliance groups, is quoted regarding the glut of online information now feeding the public discussion of this nominee.
July 12, 2009
"Pension Cuts Miss Executives"
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
David H. Williams
David H. Williams, leader of Schiff Hardin's Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation group, is quoted in this article about corporate pension plans. Mr. Williams points out the differences in companies' handling of pension plans for rank-and-file employees, and special supplemental plans for executives.
July 8, 2009
"Apple's Disclosure on Jobs Said to be Subject of SEC Review"
Bloomberg.com
Allan Horwich
This article on Apple, Inc.'s CEO Steve Jobs, his recent medical leave and the controversy surrounding it, quotes Schiff Hardin partner Allan Horwich. Mr. Horwich, who recently published a paper analyzing disclosure obligations under current law and advocating federal rules regarding health disclosures for some CEOs, is quoted on the significance of such disclosures when the executive is vital to the business itself.
July 2009
"Revolution or Evolution?"
Of Counsel
Ronald S. Safer
Schiff Hardin managing partner Ron Safer is consulted in this article about the business of law in a struggling economy. Mr. Safer comments on the firm's lean associate-to-partner leverage model, and how that value of having a smaller team of involved, engaged and experienced lawyers on matters helps Schiff Hardin to compete with larger firms for bigger clients.
July 2009
"Blurring The Lines That Divide Lawyers"
Chicago Lawyer
Sailesh K. Patel
Sal Patel, a partner in Schiff Hardin's Intellectual Property group, is one of six lawyers profiled in this feature story. The lawyers share their views on diversity and their experiences as minorities building successful careers in the legal profession.
June 29, 2009
"Estate fallout will be monumental: It could take years to sort it all out, legal experts say"
USA Today
David Jacoby
Schiff Hardin partner David Jacoby, based in the firm's New York office, is quoted in this USA Today piece on the ways in which Michael Jackson's estate and control of rights to his image may be handled following his death on June 25.
June 26, 2009
"Schiff Hardin Wins BWLA Diversity Award"
Around the Water Cooler — Chicago Lawyer Magazine
Marla Shade Harris and Tracy A. Campbell
This post from Chicago Lawyer Magazine's blog highlights Schiff Hardin's receipt of the "Above and Beyond" award from the Black Women Lawyers' Association (BWLA). Schiff Hardin partner Tracy Campbell and associate Marla Shade Harris are quoted on the firm’s commitment to supporting the organization.
June 25, 2009
"Seventh Circuit Adopts Broad Shelter Exception To Tax Practitioner-Client Privilege; Upholds IRS Summons"
Federal Tax Weekly
Thomas R. Wechter
Thomas Wechter, of counsel in Schiff Hardin's Tax group, is quoted in this story regarding the Seventh Circuit's recent decision in Valero Energy Corp. v. United States, which broadens the definition of "tax shelter" and "promotion" for purposes of the exception to the tax practitioner privilege. Mr. Wechter notes that this may significantly alter the relationship between tax practitioners and their clients.
June 4, 2009
"In the News — Honors"
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
Marla Shade Harris and Tracy A. Campbell
This item spotlights Schiff Hardin's receipt of the "Above and Beyond" award from the Black Women Lawyers' Association (BWLA). Schiff Hardin partner Tracy Campbell and associate Marla Shade Harris serve in leadership positions on the BWLA's board.
June 3, 2009
"A Reprise of 'Liar Liar' and the Audio Recording: Burris' stint as an Illinois senator should be a short one"
Chicago Tribune
Ronald S. Safer
This editorial by Schiff Hardin managing partner Ron Safer highlights the inconsistencies in the sworn testimony of Illinois Senator Roland Burris brought to light by federal wiretap recordings. Senator Burris was appointed by ousted Governor Rod Blagojevich, now under indictment for, among other things, attempting to sell the Senate seat vacated by President Barack Obama.
June 2009
O, The Oprah Magazine
"Special Report: Operation Rescue"
Bruce A. Wagman
The June issue of O, The Oprah Magazine features an extensive account of an animal cruelty case recently concluded in North Carolina. Bruce Wagman, Schiff Hardin partner and chief outside litigation counsel for the Animal Legal Defense Fund, designed and oversaw the lawsuit from start to finish, and is quoted in the article.
May 19, 2009
Toronto Daily Globe and Mail
"In rare ruling, court agrees to hear Black's appeal" and "Were Black's Services Honest?"
Ronald S. Safer
Two stories in Toronto's Globe and Mail address the recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to review the convictions of Conrad Black and Hollinger General Counsel Mark Kipnis last year on fraud charges. Ron Safer, managing partner at Schiff Hardin and lead attorney for Mark Kipnis, is quoted on the application of the "honest services" theory used to convict Black and now under review by the Court.
May 16, 2009
Chicago Sun-Times
"At Notre Dame, Obama has chance to settle some tough issues"
Patricia Brown Holmes
This piece from the Chicago Sun-Times considers a possible Supreme Court nominee, Ann Claire Williams. Schiff Hardin partner Patricia Brown Holmes, a board member of a nonprofit law student pipeline initiative founded by Williams, offers her views on Williams' qualifications.
May 8, 2009
Chicago Tribune
"Beefing up investigative tools: State panel's proposals include expanded use of wiretaps, but some see flaws"
Ronald S. Safer
This story on the role of state and local law enforcement in public corruption investigations quotes Schiff Hardin Managing Partner Ron Safer, a former federal prosecutor. Mr. Safer questions the need for expanded state powers when federal authorities already have the tools and track record to successfully fight corruption.
May 2009
Today's Chicago Woman
"Working Moms Redefined"
Kim Kamin
The May issue of Today's Chicago Woman features Schiff Hardin partner Kim Kamin on the cover, and anchoring the cover story inside. Ms. Kamin shares her own experience of successfully balancing the demands of motherhood and her career in law as an estate planning attorney.
April 22, 2009
Lawyers Weekly
"Australia Behind on Animal Law"
Bruce A. Wagman
The Australian legal news publication Lawyers Weekly spoke with Schiff Hardin partner Bruce Wagman about the state of animal protection and welfare in that country. In May, Mr. Wagman will embark on a 10-day speaking tour throughout Australia on the subject of animal law, speaking to law societies, judges and lawmakers, and the public sector.
April 20, 2009
Greenwire
"Gore Tapped for Closing Arguments at House Hearings"
Carl A. Royal
This energy and environmental policy newsletter summarizes the plans for House Energy and Commerce Committee hearings on a new energy and global warming bill. Schiff Hardin's Carl Royal, of counsel in the Securities and Futures Regulation group, is scheduled to appear on a witness panel, as noted in this piece and by other news services and the Federal Information and News Dispatch.
April 15, 2009
Law360
"Schiff Hardin Signs on Cerussi Mass Tort Partner"
Thomas M. Crispi
This item from the Law360 news service takes note of the recent move to Schiff Hardin of Thomas Crispi, now a partner in the firm's Product Liability group. It specifically points out Schiff Hardin's steady growth even during the current economic downturn.
April 7, 2009
McClatchy Newspapers
"With Stevens order, judge declares war on withheld evidence"
Ronald S. Safer
Schiff Hardin Managing Partner Ron Safer is quoted in this story regarding the dismissal of former U.S. Senator Ted Stevens' conviction on corruption charges. Mr. Safer noted that the dismissal was a tremendously powerful statement directed at federal prosecutors. The story originated from McClatchy Newspapers' Washington bureau; the McClatchy organization owns dozens of papers nationwide.
April 6, 2009
Wall Street Letter
"Direct Edge Rejects Uptick Revival"
Howard L. Kramer
Howard Kramer, leader of Schiff Hardin's Securities and Futures Regulation group, is quoted in this article on the potential revival of the uptick rule used to regulate short selling.
April 3 - 5, 2009
USA Today, Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, Ill.) and Chicago Tribune
Stories on Rod Blagojevich indictment
Ronald S. Safer
Schiff Hardin Managing Partner Ron Safer offers his views in three pieces on the criminal indictment of former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich. Journalists frequently contact Mr. Safer for commentary on high-profile public corruption and white collar crime prosecutions locally and nationwide. Mr. Safer, a former federal prosecutor, focuses his practice on white collar criminal defense at Schiff Hardin.
April 3, 2009
Ignites
"Tough Times Benefit SEC Recruiting Efforts"
Michael K. Wolensky
This story, from a mutual fund industry news service, quotes Schiff Hardin partner Michael Wolensky regarding the hiring of investment professionals by the Securities and Exchange Commission. Though once uncommon, more industry professionals may move into regulatory work due to economic conditions.
March 18, 2009
The Wall Street Journal
"Getting Personal: The Madoff Tax Fallout Could Touch Charities"
Andrew M. Grumet
This column that ran in The Wall Street Journal examines the potential penalties faced by board members of charitable organizations who invested their charities' funds with Bernard Madoff. Andrew Grumet, who focuses on tax-exempt organizations in Schiff Hardin's New York office, is quoted.
March 17, 2009
The Tech Herald
"The BBC and the Computer Misuse Act"
Don M. Tellock
Don Tellock, a partner in Schiff Hardin's New York office who focuses on litigation and white collar crime, is quoted in this article about the British Broadcasting Company's illegal use of a "botnet," a computer hacking technique, while researching a story.
March 10, 2009
Law360
"Madoff to Cop to Charges Without Plea Deal"
Allan Horwich
Schiff Hardin partner Allan Horwich is quoted extensively in this assessment of the government's case against disgraced financier Bernard Madoff. Mr. Horwich comments on the lack of a plea bargain in the case.
March 10, 2009
The Brian Lehrer Show
Patricia A. Pileggi
Patricia Pileggi, a partner in our New York office who concentrates in white collar crime matters, was interviewed on WNYC radio. On the first anniversary of the resignation from office of Governor Elliott Spitzer, Ms. Pileggi discussed issues related to the decision not to prosecute former Governor Spitzer, his potential criminal liability, and the prosecution of the clients of prostitutes.
March 3, 2009
DePaul Distinctions
"Students craft real-world strategies for lawyers in DePaul's Litigation Lab"
James A. Clark
This feature in a newsletter published by DePaul University spotlights a unique new class at the university's law school. Students in the class serve as consultants to lawyers litigating active cases. The class is led by Schiff Hardin attorney James Clark.
March 2009
Chicago Lawyer
"Using the Web to Network"
David P. McHugh
Schiff Hardin partner David McHugh is quoted in this article about increasing use by lawyers and law firms of online networking sites such as LinkedIn and Facebook.
