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03.02.15

How In-House Counsel Can Lead Data Security

InsideCounsel interviewed Manatt's Deven McGraw and Donna Wilson, co-chairs of the firm's Privacy and Data Security practice, on how in-house counsel can take the lead on privacy and data security at their own organizations.InsideCounsel reports that many lawyers are uncomfortable with ...


03.02.15

Politico Quotes Ario on Potential Impact of a Health Subsidy Invalidation

Politico interviewed Manatt's Joel Ario, a managing partner with Manatt Health, for an article on what will happen to the 7 million to 8 million people who will lose health subsidies if the Supreme Court invalidates a key provision of Obamacare.Politico reports that the high court will hear ...


03.01.15

Ranked a Top 10 Lobbyist of 2014

For the fourth consecutive year, Manatt's New York City Government practice has earned a top-ten spot in the Lobbying Bureau of the Office of the City Clerk's annual list of leading lobbying firms in the city. Each year, the Lobbying Bureau analyzes available data and compiles a report ...


03.01.15

Healthcare Sector Sees Increase in Cyber Attacks

Health Data Management interviewed Manatt's Robert Belfort, a partner in the firm's Healthcare practice, for an article on massive cybercrimes affecting healthcare organizations.Health Data Management reports that hospitals and other holders of medical data have long been targeted by ...


02.27.15

Indiana Reaches Medicaid Expansion Agreement

Modern Healthcare interviewed Manatt's Deborah Bachrach, a partner in the firm's Healthcare practice, for an article on the agreement that has been reached between Republican Indiana Gov. Mike Pence and HHS over the state's Medicaid expansion proposal.As reported by Modern Healthcare, ...


02.24.15

Muller Discusses Indemnity Provisions

Manatt's Tom Muller, co-chair of the firm's Real Estate and Land Use practice, spoke with GlobeSt.com for a Q&A-style article on the effects of adding an indemnity on top of standard contract remedies.Muller told the publication that many real estate agreements-particularly loan ...


02.23.15

Evidence Clearing Ex-Baseballer Is Hidden, Says Defense

Law360 covered the latest update in an insider trading case against former Baltimore Orioles third baseman Doug DeCinces, who is represented by Manatt litigation partner Kenneth Julian, reporting that DeCinces claims federal prosecutors are withholding evidence that would clear him of insider ...


02.20.15

Corporate Counsel Must Help Mitigate Digital Risk

Law360 interviewed Manatt's Jesse Brody, a partner in the firm's Advertising, Marketing and Media practice, for an article on why in-house counsel must contribute to the governance structure of the company's basic cybersecurity protocols.Law360 reports that corporate counsel must gain a ...


02.18.15

Manatt Recognized by California Lawyer for Pro Bono Victory in Ollier v. Sweetwater

California Lawyer magazine announced that partner Erin Witkow would be among the recipients of its 2015 Attorney of the Year (CLAY) award for her role on a trial team that advocated for the rights of female students athletes in Ollier v. Sweetwater Union High School District, et. al. The recipients ...


02.12.15

The Future of Health Benefits for Children

MedPage Today quoted Manatt's Melinda Dutton, a partner in the firm's Healthcare practice, in an article covering the National Children's Health Policy Conference, which focused on rethinking the design, benefits, and networks offered under the Affordable Care Act.As reported by MedPage ...