Attorneys General Seek Permission From SCOTUS To Sue Other States

Publication - State Attorneys General

Dustin McDaniel predicts uptick in attorney general investigations and litigation of all types in 2025.

Broad Street Brief: Arena or Research Hub for Center City?

Publication - 2024 Elections, Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

The Philadelphia City Council returned today after a summer recess, with all eyes fixed on the future of the proposed Sixers arena in Center City and potential developments regarding business tax cuts based on the upcoming Tax Reform Commission report.

Cozen O'Connor's Corporate Practice Selected as a 2024 Best Corporate Practice of the Year Finalist by The American Lawyer

News - Business, Capital Markets & Securities, Commercial Finance, Corporate, Corporate Governance & Securities, Emerging Business & Venture Capital, Mergers & Acquisitions, Mergers & Acquisitions – Global, Private Equity, Public & Project Finance, Technology, Privacy & Data Security

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that the firm’s Corporate Practice has been selected by The American Lawyer as a 2024 Best Corporate Practice of the Year finalist for 2024.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Robert Telles and Susan Lorincz on Court TV’s Think Tank

News - Family Law

Jennifer Brandt was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank to discuss a former politician, Robert Telles, charged with murdering a journalist.

Illinois AG: Wage Theft Doesn’t Pay | FTC & FL AG Put Brakes on Alleged Trucking Scam | CFPB Settles “Loan Churning” Allegations

Publication - State Attorneys General

The State AG Report – 09.05.2024 Here are curated AG and federal regulatory news stories highlighting key areas in which state and federal regulators’ decisions are having an impact across the US.

Rose Christ, Katie Schwab Advancing Mental Health in New York, CSNY Special Report

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Rose Christ and Katie Schwab, co-chairs of Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies’ New York practice, co-authored a City & State New York (CSNY) Special Report on Mental Health.

PA Commonwealth Court Decides Tax Exemption for Goodwill Industries [Alert]

Publication - Business, Real Estate, Tax

Dan Schulder discusses the PA Commonwealth Court's ruling that Goodwill Industries is entitled to a real estate tax exemption and does not compete with commercial enterprises.

2nd Circ. Tosses Sudan's Appeal Over 9/11 Immunity Denial

News - 9/11 Litigation, Subrogation & Recovery

Sean P. Carter was quoted in the Law360 article “2nd Circ. Tosses Sudan's Appeal Over 9/11 Immunity Denial” by Law360.

17 Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named Best Lawyers and Ones to Watch in Canada

News - Antitrust & Competition, Bankruptcy, Insolvency & Restructuring, Business, Capital Markets & Securities — Canada, Corporate, Corporate Governance & Securities, Intellectual Property, Mergers & Acquisitions, Mergers & Acquisitions – Global, Mining – Canada, Real Estate

Best Lawyers Canada has named 17 Cozen O’Connor lawyers from the firm’s Toronto and Vancouver offices in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada.

Massachusetts Enacts New Pay Transparency Requirements for Employers [Alert]

Publication - Labor & Employment

Eliza Estrella and Walter Foster discuss Massachusetts' new pay transparency law and what employers need to know.

Cozen O’Connor Significantly Expands its Footprint in Canada With the Strategic Addition of 13 Lawyers and 9 Staff Members to its Vancouver Office

Press Release - Canadian Family Practice, Capital Markets & Securities — Canada, Corporate, Mergers & Acquisitions – Global, Mining – Canada

The incoming group is led by international finance, M&A, and mining attorney Virgil Hlus, international finance and M&A attorney Cam McTavish, and family attorney Chantal M. Cattermole.

How One Florida Engineer Charged Others With Fraudulent Insurance Reports, Testimony

News - Subrogation & Recovery

Joshua R. Goodman was quoted in L&S Insurance and Financial Services Inc.’s Home Insurance Guru blog, “How One Florida Engineer Charged Others With Fraudulent Insurance Reports, Testimony.”

News in New York – Corporation Counsel Hearing, Comptroller Race

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Last Tuesday, New York City Council held a hearing for the nomination of Randy Mastro to Corporation Counsel. Mayor Adams nominated Mastro to the position, and he must be confirmed by the Council in order to serve as the City’s top lawyer.

Lexology Panoramic Air Transport 2025

Publication - Aviation, Aviation Litigation, Transportation & Trade - Aviation

Jonathon Foglia and Amanda Geary Losacco contributed the United States Chapter to the Lexology Panoramic Air Transport 2025 guide.

Katrell Lewis on Lobbying & Political Inspiration, Amsterdam News DNC Interview

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Katrell Lewis shares his journey with Amsterdam News, from a Brooklyn upbringing to becoming a state lobbyist and public policy strategist.

IL AG Cheers Antitrust Settlement | MO AG Checks Data Hack | CFPB Reports on Cash-Back Fees

Publication - State Attorneys General

Broad Street Brief: City Releases Arena Impact Reports

Publication - 2024 Elections, Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

With this week’s release of the highly anticipated City-commissioned impact studies, the future of the Philadelphia 76ers’ proposed $1.55 billion Center City arena now rests with City Council and Mayor Cherelle Parker.

How Anti-DEI Bill Could Affect Employers' Diversity Efforts

Publication - Labor & Employment

Peter Ennis authored a Law360 article discussing The Dismantle DEI Act of 2024, a proposed legislation aimed at curbing the implementation and promotion of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices across federal agencies, contractors, and grant recipients.

Cozen Cities - August 28, 2024

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson (District 2) penned a letter to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro urging him to address the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority’s (SEPTA) $240 million deficit, as current state funding falls short.

Forming a Partnership/LLC: A Checklist for Avoiding Pitfalls [Alert]

Publication - Business, Tax

Christopher McLoon shares advice for businesses and their managers to avoid unintended tax consequences when forming a partnership.