Lewis & Llewellyn celebrated its 12th anniversary this month! We express sincere gratitude to all our clients, colleagues and friends of the firm who have contributed to our firm's remarkable journey of growth, and we … Read more
Litigation TipsOn January 1, 2024, the California Legislature amended the California Business and Professions Code to solidify and reinforce the prohibition of noncompete agreements in employment contracts. Effective February 14, 2024, Section 16600.1 mandates that employers notify … Read more
AnnouncementsLewis & Llewellyn is dedicated to providing an opportunity for high-achieving young adults to explore their interest in the law. We are particularly committed to enabling individuals from groups under-represented in the legal profession to … Read more
AnnouncementsLewis & Llewellyn attorneys have recently been interviewed by numerous news outlets regarding high-profile lawsuits filed by the firm. Specifically, the firm has filed two lawsuits against American Airlines on behalf of two minors who … Read more
AnnouncementsAs a part of our continued expansion, Lewis & Llewellyn is thrilled to welcome Erin Keefe to the firm. Prior to joining Lewis & Llewellyn, Erin practiced at boutique litigation firms in Los Angeles and San Francisco where … Read more
Litigation TipsOn September 30, 2023, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill No. 235 (SB235) into law, which amends California Code of Civil Procedure section 2016.090. It institutes a new procedure for initial disclosures of information … Read more
At Lewis & Llewellyn, we are committed to providing a space for high-achieving young adults to explore their interest in the law. We are particularly committed to enabling individuals from groups under-represented in the legal profession …Read more
AnnouncementsAt Lewis & Llewellyn, we are dedicated to providing a space for high-achieving young adults to explore their interest in the law. We are particularly committed to enabling individuals from groups under-represented in the legal …Read more
AnnouncementsLewis & Llewellyn is dedicated to providing an opportunity for high-achieving young adults to explore their interest in the law. We are particularly committed to enabling individuals from groups under-represented in the legal profession to …Read more
AnnouncementsLewis & Llewellyn partner Marc Lewis wrote an Op-Ed in the Daily Journal regarding a Crescent City sexual abuse case that has concerning similarities to the Brock Turner case that sparked nationwide outrage last year. Read more
AnnouncementsLewis & Llewellyn attorney Evan Burbidge was recently appointed as co-chair of the Bar Association of San Francisco's Barristers Litigation Section. The mission of the section is to develop and maintain a strong community among …Read more
AnnouncementsWe are pleased to announce that Lewis & Llewellyn associate Evan Burbidge was recently appointed to the Executive Committee of the Bar Association of San Francisco's (BASF) Barristers Litigation Section. Evan is a longtime member …Read more
Here at Lewis & Llewellyn, we frequently handle subpoena issuance and compliance in federal court, particularly for our Fortune 500 clients in the technology and financial sectors. Effective December 1, 2013, Congress has made significant changes …Read more
Litigation TipsAs most business leaders know, the most stringent privacy law in the United States—the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”)—went into effect this year and applies to all companies that do business in the Golden State. …Read more
Litigation TipsIn the previous litigation tip we discussed several recent cases that concluded employee non-solicitation provisions in employment agreements are per se invalid under California law. It is axiomatic that parties in litigation generally pay their …Read more
Litigation TipsWhen departing a company to join a competitor, employees should proceed with caution before downloading “personal” information saved on their work computer. While this material is not a company trade secret, downloading it shortly before …Read more
Litigation TipsWhen a case settles, most settlement agreements include a confidentiality provision for key terms. Attorneys often believe they are bound by such terms either when they approve the settlement as to form or even when …Read more
Litigation TipsMost litigators are generally familiar with Section 664.6 of the California Code of Civil Procedure, which provides a summary procedure to enforce a settlement agreement after dismissal of a lawsuit. Without such a provision, a …Read more
On October 22, a top-flight panel of in-house counsel from Bank of the West, Lyft, and Yahoo! will provide the inside scoop on how they got where they are and what they look for in …Read more
Speaking EngagementsBecca Furman and Ryan Erickson will be speakers at a Bar Association of San Francisco panel on Civil Litigation of Sexual Assault Cases in the #MeTooEra, on May 2, 2019. This session will focus on how …Read more
Speaking EngagementsOur attorneys are actively involved in the legal community, lecturing frequently on all aspects of civil litigation. Partners Ryan Erickson and Evan Burbidge recently gave presentations on “Mastering Oral Argument” and “How to Prepare for …Read more
Speaking EngagementsOur attorneys are actively involved in the legal community, lecturing frequently on all aspects of civil litigation. Last month, partner Evan Burbidge spoke alongside Casey O’Connor, Associate General Counsel at Stitch Fix, and Neil Pai, …Read more
Speaking EngagementsAs a firm, Lewis & Llewellyn is committed to fighting the epidemic of sexual abuse in America. Last month, Becca Furman spoke at the The Worldwide #MeToo Movement: Global Resistance to Sexual Harassment and Violence Conference, …Read more
Speaking EngagementsLast week, Lewis & Llewellyn partner Paul Llewellyn was a featured speaker at the Practising Law Institute’s Pocket MBA 2019 program. This two-day intensive course was designed for non-accountants, in-house and law firm attorneys looking to …Read more
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