Jenner & Block

Congratulations to Partner Huiyi Chen on being named to Chicago Lawyer's 40 Under 40 list! This recognition honors 40 of the most talented young lawyers working in Illinois who demonstrate "intelligence, passion, success in the office, a desire to help the community, and, most importantly, a willingness to work hard at one of the country's most important professions." Read more: https://lnkd.in/g3hab8Pb #40Under40 #JennerChicago

We’re excited to welcome back Shaun Van Horn to Jenner & Block as a Partner in our Chicago office. A seasoned litigator with extensive experience in intellectual property, antitrust, and complex commercial disputes, Shaun bolsters our nationally recognized Business Litigation and Antitrust and Competition Law Practices with his proven track record in life sciences patent matters and commercial litigation, while expanding our in-demand antitrust capabilities. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gxHWnZmp #JennerChicago #BusinessLitigation #Antitrust 

Jenner & Block has been named a recipient of the 2025 Beacon of Justice Award by the National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA), recognizing the firm's work in "Sustaining Equal Justice for Families & Communities."    👉 Learn more about our pro bono work by exploring the 24th edition of The Heart of the Matter, Jenner's annual pro bono report: https://lnkd.in/gWSWV5XF   #ProBono #HeartOfTheMatter #HOTM 

Recent significant cutbacks to federal funding have created new challenges for funding recipients across industries. As obtaining relief in federal district courts remains uncertain and the end of the government fiscal year approaches, recipients should consider seeking relief in the Court of Federal Claims. Read our client alert to learn more: https://lnkd.in/er2XTBJh Authors: David R., Betsy Henthorne, Zach Schauf, Lauren Hartz, and Logan Wren

Jeremy Creelan, Co-Chair of our Fintech and Crypto Assets Practice, will moderate a panel at LEND360’s annual summit on October 7 entitled “Avoiding the Pitfalls in Building Strong Bank-Fintech Partnerships.” The panel also includes Amy M. Pugh, General Counsel of Green Dot Corp., Adam Frankel, General Counsel of Chime, and Christopher Sidler, Partner, FS Vector. The panel will explore the latest trends and developments in bank and fintech partnerships, offering best practices about partnership integration, responsibility setting, interfacing with regulators, and making course corrections. The discussion will provide insights into what banks and fintechs are looking for in new partners and how they face challenges in crypto, financial crime monitoring, and disputes over customer transactions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/guuwuN3B

In a recent article for Accounting and Business, Partner Lucy Blake discussed the financial and legal risks that stem from companies’ involvement in adverse environmental impacts, such as marine pollution. “Companies that fail to identify, assess and transparently disclose their exposure to marine-related impacts may face legal challenges, consumer backlash and investor scrutiny,” said Lucy. “Brand value can be quickly eroded if a company is seen as contributing to marine degradation, either directly or via its supply chain.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/gzkTziXa

In a recent feature for The Law Gazette, Partner James Rogers discusses how post-Brexit legal realities have redefined cross-border dispute strategy, particularly in the arena of enforcement and arbitration.    Read more: https://lnkd.in/gs_8W5zZ   #InternationalArbitration #SpecializedLitigation #SpecializedArbitration

In an op-ed for Law360, Partner Joanna Ludlam examines the growing convergence between reputational and regulatory risks in today’s social media age. Drawing on high-profile examples like the recent viral fallout involving a tech CEO at a Coldplay concert, she explores how digital virality and legislative scrutiny now combine to create unprecedented challenges for corporations.    Read more: https://lnkd.in/ggNq_D7C #CrisisManagement #ReputationManagement #HearingPreparation 

Congratulations to Century City and Los Angeles Office Managing Partner Brandon Fox and San Francisco Office Managing Partner Reid Schar who were named among the “Top 100 Lawyers” in California for 2025 by the Daily Journal. The award features the most exceptional attorneys who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and impact through their work.    Read more: https://lnkd.in/gYJZZHsZ #JennerLA #JennerSF #BigLaw

In her recent opinion piece for Solicitors Journal, Jenner & Block Partner Joanna Ludlam examines the far-reaching implications of the UK’s newly enacted “failure to prevent fraud offence,” highlighting its potential to usher in a new era of corporate accountability.    Read more: https://lnkd.in/gB6mpZ7h   #Compliance #Enforcement #ProcurementRisk #UK