How U.S. House, Senate Results Could Influence Cannabis Legislation

News - Cannabis

Patrick Martin was quoted in Cannabis Business Times discussing the impact the Senate could have on the cannabis industry.

New York’s Covid-Fueled Retail Apocalypse Hits Condo and Co-Op Owners

News - Condominiums & Cooperatives

Leni Cummins discusses the challenges confronting New York City condominiums and coops with retail property in light of the COVID-19 pandemic in The Real Deal.

Suzanne Mayes Awarded 2020 Freda Johnson Award Recipient for Trailblazing Women in Public Finance

News - Business, Corporate, Public & Project Finance

Philadelphia – November 10, 2020 – Suzanne Mayes, co-chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Business Law Department and co-chair of the firm’s Public & Project Finance Practice, has been selected as a 2020 Freda Johnson Trailblazing Women in Public Finance by the Northeast Women in Public Finance and The Bond Buyer.

Being Proactive Can Reduce COVID-19 Liability

News - Labor & Employment

Michael Schmidt was quoted in New Jersey Business discussing how companies can reduce their liability in the workplace with well-thought-out safety policies and informed employees.

Kiss the Ring: City Pols Weigh Heavy on Development in These Major Markets

News - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies, Real Estate Development, Zoning, Land Use & Development

Ken Fisher discusses the influence local officials have in changing the skylines of major real estate cities, such as New York, in The Real Deal.

Jennifer A. Brandt Appears on Court TV Discussing Top of the News Cases

News - Commercial Litigation, Family Law

Boosting employee productivity after an election roller coaster

News - Labor & Employment

Michael Schmidt was quoted in Employee Benefit News discussing boundaries managers need to set for employees to express themselves about the election and COVID-19.

Cozen O’Connor’s Patrick Martin named to “40 under 40” list by Crain’s Chicago Business

News - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Patrick Martin, Principal and Midwest Director of Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies, has been named to the Crain's Chicago Business "40 under 40" list.

3 Challenges For Holiday Hiring In 2020

News - Labor & Employment

David Barron was quoted in Law360 discussing what companies should consider with the hiring process during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Court Puts Condo Investors on the Hook for Shoddy Construction

News - Condominiums & Cooperatives

Leni Morrison Cummins was quoted in an article published in The Real Deal titled “Court Puts Condo Investors on the Hook for Shoddy Construction.”

Having a difficult time focusing at work amid election uncertainty? Here’s how your company can help.

News - Labor & Employment

Jeremy Glenn was quoted in the Chicago Tribune about how companies should provide extra leeway in schedules and promote company-sponsored wellness programs, like exercise and stress-reduction activities during the election.

Cozen O’Connor’s White Collar Defense & Investigations Practice Named to Global Investigations Review’s 2020 GIR 100 List

News - White Collar Defense & Investigations

Global Investigation Review (GIR) has unveiled its 2020 list of the top global investigations practices and named Cozen O’Connor’s White Collar Defense & Investigations Practice to its GIR 100 list for the fifth year in a row.

Emerging State Board Diversity Laws Encourage Proactive Approach

News - Corporate Governance & Securities

Kathy Jaffari discusses steps that some states are taking to increase diversity on corporate boards.

Cannabis On The 2020 Ballot Could Affect Neighboring States

News - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies - Cannabis

Mark Alderman was quoted in Forbes discussing the states that will vote on legalizing recreational and medical cannabis.

Appellate Hot List 2020: Cozen O'Connor

News - Appellate, Commercial Litigation

Michael de Leeuw was featured in a Q&A held by the National Law Journal discussing Cozen O'Connor being named to the NLJ 2020 Appellate Hot List.

How political activism outside the office can get you in trouble at work

News - Labor & Employment

Aaron Holt was quoted in Employee Benefit Adviser discussing the limits to what employees can do or say without risking their employment or violating company policy.

Cozen O’Connor Named a Top Fundraiser by Alex’s Lemonade

News

The firm raised $7,500 by hosting a fundraiser, selling casual dress days and t-shirts, and soliciting donations from employees.

How To Make Election Day Go Smoothly: 4 Tips For Employers

News - Labor & Employment

Michael Schmidt spoke with Law360 about how business can make sure that Election Day goes off without a hitch in the office.

Member Monday: Anna Wermuth

News - Labor & Employment

Anna Wermuth was highlighted by the Women's Bar Association of Illinois in recognition of her contributions to her practice and community.

Is Trial Separation Just a Divorce Dress Rehearsal?

News - Commercial Litigation, Family Law

Jennifer Brandt was featured in an article published by Fatherly which discusses the differences between trial and legal separations, and what each entails.