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Lewis & Llewellyn selected as one of few “Recommended Firms” in California by Benchmark Litigation
Lewis & Llewellyn Wins $28M Award and Defeats $30M Claim, Securing Complete Victory in Arbitration
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The Daily Journal Names Paul Llewellyn to List of Top 100 Lawyers in California
The Daily Journal recently named Paul Llewellyn to its annual list of the Top 100 Lawyers in California. This list honors the most highly regarded attorneys in the state who execute cutting edge legal work … Read more
AnnouncementsThe National Law Journal Names Lewis & Llewellyn Partners as Plaintiffs’ Attorneys Trailblazers
Lewis & Llewellyn is pleased to announce that partners Marc Lewis, Paul Llewellyn, Ryan Erickson, and Becca Furman have been selected by The National Law Journal (“NLJ”) to its 2022 list of Plaintiffs’ Attorneys Trailblazers. … Read more
AnnouncementsAnnouncing the Launch of the Annual Lewis & Llewellyn Equity Fellowship
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
AnnouncementsLewis & Llewellyn Wins $28M Award and Defeats $30M Claim, Securing Complete Arbitration Victory
We are pleased to report another landmark win for a Lewis & Llewellyn client. As reported in Law360 and the Daily Journal, following a two week arbitration and years of litigation, Lewis & Llewellyn client … Read more
AnnouncementsLewis & Llewellyn Files High Profile Sexual Abuse Lawsuit Against The Branson School
At Lewis & Llewellyn, we continue to lead the fight for justice on behalf of survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Recently, a team led by Paul Llewellyn and Nathalie Fayad filed a high-profile lawsuit against … Read more
AnnouncementsEvangeline Burbidge Recognized By Best Lawyers
Partner Evangeline (“Evan”) Burbidge was recently selected for recognition by Best Lawyers as one of the top attorneys in California. Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review, and its methodology is designed … Read more
Announcing the Launch of the Annual Lewis & Llewellyn Equity Fellowship
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
AnnouncementsDaily Journal Published Op-Ed by Marc Lewis on Crescent City Sexual Abuse Case
Lewis & 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
AnnouncementsEvan Burbidge Appointed Co-Chair of BASF Barristers Litigation Section
Lewis & 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
AnnouncementsEvan Burbidge Appointed to Executive Committee of BASF Barristers Litigation Section
We 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
AnnouncementsEvangeline Burbidge Recognized By Best Lawyers
Partner Evangeline (“Evan”) Burbidge was recently selected for recognition by Best Lawyers as one of the top attorneys in California. Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review, and its methodology is designed …Read more
AnnouncementsLaw360 Features Lewis & Llewellyn’s Family-Friendly Culture
Any working parent knows the struggle of balancing family time and work responsibilities. In an article reflecting on what this balance means for lawyers, Law360 featured the story of Lewis & Llewellyn partner and father-of-three, …Read more
Amendments to F.R.CP. Rule 45: Federal Subpoenas
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 TipsAn Individual Cure is a Class Cure Under California’s New Privacy Act
As 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 TipsAvailability of Attorneys’ Fees in Defending Against Employee Non-Solicitation Claims
In 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 TipsAvoid Setting Off Alarm Bells When Switching Jobs
When 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 TipsBeware Confidentiality Provisions in Settlement Agreements
When 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 TipsBeware the Pitfalls of CCP Section 664.6
Most 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
Evan Burbidge to Moderate CLE on an Inside View with In-House Counsel
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 EngagementsLewis & Llewellyn in the Community
Our attorneys were busy last month presenting on all aspects of civil litigation. Ryan Erickson and Evan Burbidge returned to the California Superior Court Boot Camp Conference hosted by Pincus Professional Education, giving presentations …Read more
Speaking EngagementsLewis & Llewellyn in the Community
Last 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
Speaking EngagementsLewis & Llewellyn in the Community
As 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 EngagementsLewis & Llewellyn in the Community
Becca 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 EngagementsLewis & Llewellyn in the Community
Our 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
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