Carolyn Pokorny joins Akerman as co-chair of its White Collar Crime and Government Investigations Practice, bringing over 20 years of federal and state leadership experience to enhance the firm’s litigation capabilities.

Ravi Amin, a partner at Mayer Brown, has been recognized in SFNet’s 40 Under 40 Awards for 2026, highlighting his significant contributions to cross-border asset-based lending and trade finance in the secured finance industry.

Fox Rothschild is being sued for allegedly mishandling a May data breach linked to the Silent Ransom Group, amid rising ransomware attacks on law firms, including a similar incident at Weil Gotshal.

Norton Rose Fulbright advised the African Development Bank Group on a $600 million deal to repurchase $1.36 billion in Zambian sovereign debt, enhancing financial stability and funding electricity distribution improvements.

Norton Rose Fulbright successfully aided the International Federation of Accountants in overcoming a GAO protest related to a procurement decision, reinforcing IFAS’s competitive position and showcasing the firm’s legal expertise.

Baker McKenzie advised Berkshire Hathaway on a $10 billion investment in Alphabet Inc.’s equity, involving Class A and Class C stock, led by partners Judith Kitano and Tyler Hilton.

Gibson Dunn has hired litigation partner Matt Owen from Kirkland & Ellis, enhancing its capabilities amid rising scrutiny of technology firms and anticipated litigation in drug pricing and civil rights.

Baker McKenzie has been recognized in the 2026 IAM Patent 1000 Guide, earning 32 local practice rankings across 23 jurisdictions and accolades for 50 practitioners, affirming its leadership in global patent law.

Adam Sugarman succeeds Dion Cominos as firmwide managing partner at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, focusing on internal goals and culture while Cominos remains with the firm to ensure a smooth transition.

Larissa Lee joins Mayer Brown as a partner in Salt Lake City, enhancing its Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice with her expertise in data privacy, minor safety, and internet-related class actions.