Joni Radaszewski

#Attorney Pahoua Thao presents on data privacy and AI tomorrow for the Association of Corporate Counsel's Wisconsin chapter! An audience of in-house legal counsel can expect to earn CLE credit while learning about best practices in keeping their organizations' data secure and private. Please join us in congratulating Pahoua—and click to read more and register for this presentation! https://lnkd.in/gqRgwGgM #dataprivacy #cybersecurity #AI

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How did the Kirkland partner video get leaked is the question we’re asking ourselves. Some are recalling the infamous ‘Claire Swire email’ which involved a Norton Rose lawyer from way back at the dawn of time in 2000 and the one too from a CC lawyer back in 2003. *All articles and videos can be found in the comments section. Clifford Chance Adopts US-Style Bonus System for Associates: Clifford Chance has revamped its bonus system for UK associates to align more closely with those offered by US firms, according to The Lawyer . The new system, introduced last month, rewards associates more when they are in higher demand, with bonuses linked to the number of hours billed. This US-style focus on billables marks a departure from the ‘no target-hours culture’ prevalent at many UK firms. Clyde & Co Boosts Revenue by 10%: Clyde & Co has reported strong financial results for the past year, with revenue growing by 10% to £845 million. Profit per equity partner (PEP) increased by 4% to £739,000. The firm attributed its growth to success across various practice areas, emphasizing its "sector-focused, geographically hedged" model. Over the year, Clyde & Co added 32 new partners through lateral hires and internal promotions. Kirkland & Ellis Partner Video Goes Viral in the City: A video leaked to RollOnFriday shows two Kirkland & Ellis partners in London mocking a fellow partner during a work call, culminating in him knocking over a bottle of whisky. The footage, recorded in Kirkland's London office in the Gherkin, is circulating among City lawyers. In the video, the partner gives the middle finger to the person filming but nearly drops a bottle of Macallan whisky before catching it. Reactions in the comments are mixed. One top comment expressed sympathy, saying, "can't believe anyone leaked this… poor guy," while another suggested, "I'd be sacking this bunch of jokers. You know this is just the tip of the iceberg." Partner's 4,000 Hours Help Sullivan & Cromwell LLP Hit $200 Million Mark: Sullivan & Cromwell’s fees for the ongoing bankruptcy of cryptocurrency exchange FTX have reached $200 million, largely thanks to the efforts of a single partner. Litigation partner Brian Glueckstein has averaged 11 hours a day, five days a week, for 18 months, billing more than 4,000 hours at a rate of $2,375 per hour, amounting to $9.5 million. Sullivan & Cromwell lawyers have collectively billed over 168,000 hours on the matter so far, reports Reuters. CC: Non-Billable

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Earlier this year, we presented an MPF Webinar called “Trends in Law Firm Compensation Systems.” It has been one of our most viewed webinars, and it is particularly helpful if you are contemplating any changes to your current model. You can access the on-demand recording, handout materials, and a webinar recap here:  https://lnkd.in/eAyduqtc #LawFirmCompensation #LawFirms #ManagingPartners

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Did you catch Alisa McLellan speaking at The Masters Conference Legal? Pro tip, don't just hand all your data over to a consultant and think you are done -- you still have the duty to supervise! #ediscovery #legaltech #ethics

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Reed Smith Chicago Partner Andrew Barrios is quoted by Law360 in an article on new reforms to Illinois’ biometric privacy law that limit the potential liabilities for sharing biometric data without informed consent. As Andrew explains, the amendments could encourage insurers to reassess their risks and offer policyholders more favorable terms. #Illinoislaw #policyholders #insurancecoverage #BIPA #biometrics #privacylaw

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Congratulations to Gisselle Singleton, our Associate Director of Practice Support & e-Discovery, who co-authored a chapter in Thomson Reuters’ recently published book, eDiscovery for Corporate Counsel, 2024 ed. Gisselle and co-author Hampton Coley, a consultant in our Litigation Support Department, co-authored Chapter 6, “Designing an Effective Records Management Program.” They wrote, “Organizations (especially ones with legal and regulatory retention obligations) can benefit from a records management program purposefully designed to control the retention and disposition of information for compliance and business value.” Click here for more information or to order the book: https://lnkd.in/eV2gMnwm #Litigation #LitigationSupport #eDiscovery

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Get timely law firm trend information, resources, and benchmarking data delivered directly to your inbox by subscribing to The MPF Weekly, our weekly newsletter. Subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/eHsr5P5Y #LawFirms #ManagingPartners #LawFirmData

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As contingency fee law firms achieve success and expand their case volumes, the firm’s leaders frequently encounter financial and operational ceilings that restrict further growth. Detroit personal injury attorney, Michael Morse, reached a critical point where the operational demands of his expanding firm began to overwhelm his capacity to manage and grow it effectively. Three Key Decisions That Transformed Mike Morse Law Firm: - Seeking Expert Guidance  - Implementing Scalable Systems - Building a Leadership Team Click below to watch the video and gain more insights. #attorney #lawyer #contingencyfeelawfirm #crisis #lawfirmstrategy #lawfirmplanning #Fireproof

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Program topics requested for #IAAO Legal Seminar in Chicago - The IAAO Legal Task Force is accepting program topic proposals for the 2024 IAAO Legal Seminar, set for Dec. 12-13 in Chicago at the Swissôtel Chicago. Hotel rooms are currently available to reserve and seminar registration will open in June.   The theme of this year's seminar is "Navigating Change." The Legal Task Force is currently seeking qualified professionals to present on topics of interest to lawyers and assessors.   Potential topics include: -Artificial intelligence and tools for your practice -Economic and non-economic impacts of the development of sports stadiums -Valuation issues assessing affordable housing communities created through public-private partnerships -E-filing systems and programs around the country – how those systems impact legal practice and data-mining – the pros/cons  -uniformity and discrimination in under-assessment Appeals --Cross-examination tools -Preferential assessments – varying interpretations and unintended consequences  -Legislation – varying interpretations and unintended consequences    - How to read/draft legislation    - How to properly consider the legal application of pending legislation -Senior exemption and freeze fraud issues -Residential-level fraud from multiuse, primarily commercial    -Repurposing of anchor department stores at shopping malls   -Assessment of data centers -Anatomy of a tax assessment case -Climate change: impact on assessing real estate -Chicago architecture – local perspective The deadline to submit topics is June 30.   Submit Program Topics at https://lnkd.in/gfhkZKYj Hotel The Legal Seminar will take place at the Swissotel in Chicago and attendees can now reserve hotel rooms, starting at $164. Designed by renowned Chicago architect Harry Weese, Swissotel Chicago is an award-winning luxury hotel overlooking the Chicago River and Lake Michigan, and just steps from the Magnificent Mile.   Reserve Hotel Rooms at https://lnkd.in/gFUnZgZp   Continuing Legal Education Attendees will receive IAAO continuing education credits and IAAO will file for Continuing Legal Education credits for attendees requesting CLEs by Oct. 1. The amount of CLE credit varies by state. Requests for CLE credit must be made no later than Oct. 1. www.iaao.org/legal

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In a new AccountsRecovery.net Compliance Digest column, Hinshaw partner David Schultz analyzes a recent California District Court ruling regarding vicarious liability claims made under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the Rosenthal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. David argues that the case illustrates why the defense bar must contest any suggestion that vicarious liability is appropriate under the FDCPA. He explains that vicarious liability comes out of tort and agency law, not strict liability statutory law, and therefore “should have no place in the FDCPA.” Read our summary: https://lnkd.in/g-52D6jQ #DebtCollection #ConsumerFinance #Finance #Legal #FDCPA

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Although class action waivers and arbitration clauses are still considered the best defenses against class actions, they have led to a rise in mass arbitrations, which have utterly disrupted the existing dispute resolution framework. Member James "Jim" Sandy (Cleveland) will co-present a Strafford webinar on “Mass Arbitration Logistics: New JAMS, AAA Rules, Fees; Process Arbitrators; Batching; Streamlining Tactics” on August 22, 2024. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gVHTW9zY... #arbitration #litigation #classactions

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Frank McRoberts delves into a compelling case that highlights how commercial judges navigate sharply conflicting factual accounts in injunction motion papers, featured in this week’s New York Business Divorce blog. Read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/eKkgdstV #businessdivorce

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Selecting The Right Partner For Top Local Counsel: The ABA identifies five key attributes. Deep Local Knowledge: Understanding local legal nuances, judges, and community. Procedural Expertise: Mastery of state & federal procedural rules. Courthouse Savvy: Expert in local filing, logistics, and courtroom technology. Trial Experience: Proven success, with sufficient insight into the venue. Collaborative Partnership: Responsive, organized, and flexible. Select local counsel who exhibit these qualities. Our new blogpost (https://lnkd.in/guCdQU-d) explores these criteria further. Durst Kerridge checks all the boxes for those considering firms for local counsel in Ohio. We embody the ABA's principles and boast a proven track record. Contact us for more info. #LocalCounsel #OhioLawyers #LegalStrategy #VenueSelection #LawFirms

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Constangy partner Laura Balson’s insights on the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act amendment have been featured in the August 2024 issue of HR.com’s Legal & Compliance Excellence. Learn more about the impact of Senate Bill 2979 in the link below. https://lnkd.in/e9ZPmxCX #BIPA #BiometricPrivacy #EmploymentLaw #Illinois

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