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Relying in part on an amicus brief Benesch Partner Michael Vatis filed on behalf of the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Retailers Association of Massachusetts, The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled that website operators’ use of web analytics and tracking software does not violate the state’s wiretap law. The court found that browsing activity does not constitute the type of communication the wiretap law was designed to protect, which traditionally covered person-to-person interactions. This decision underscores the evolving landscape of digital privacy and commerce. Kudos to Michael for this impactful work! More: https://lnkd.in/gdXjF84x #WiretapLaw #PrivacyLaw #BeneschLaw #MassachusettsSupremeCourt

Benesch is proud to have represented Blue Marlin Partners in acquiring a stake in Mo’ Bettahs, a rapidly growing Hawaiian-style barbecue restaurant chain. This acquisition marks a significant milestone for Blue Marlin Partners as they partner with Trive Capital to further expand Mo’ Bettahs’ market presence and growth potential. Partner Kevin W. Humphries led the Benesch team, which included the following attorneys: Sam Stucker, Joel Varner, Mary Frances Gardner, Amelia Parker, Ross Kirchick, Jacob Lavis, Nick Pesavento, Melissa Grim, Emily Morrison, Adam Primm, Lyndsay Flagg, Daniel M., Megan Kern, Ashley Duff, Joel Pentz, Kevin Margolis and Isabella McKnight. More: https://lnkd.in/gcNgwGei   #BeneschLaw #BlueMarlinPartners #MoBettahs #Acquisition #RestaurantIndustry

Benesch is thrilled to welcome Corporate & Securities Partner Kyle Gillen to our growing Chicago office and PE practice! Kyle joins us as chair of the firm’s Private Equity Finance group, bringing with him extensive experience in debt finance, banking, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), leveraged buyouts and private equity. “By bolstering our capabilities in debt financing, we’re positioning ourselves as a truly full-service PE practice,” Benesch Managing Partner Gregg Eisenberg told Law360 in a recent article highlighting the addition of Kyle and the significant growth of the firm’s PE bench. “This allows our clients to navigate every aspect of a deal under one roof, enhancing efficiency and driving better outcomes, helping our clients maximize returns and growth. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive solution to handle all aspects of our private equity deals, and adding Kyle to our team directly supports that mission.” More: https://lnkd.in/gk2N3JZZ Law360 feature: https://lnkd.in/gxSe9hrk #BeneschLaw #NewHire #CorporateLaw #PrivateEquity

Exciting insights from last week’s Caribbean Regional Compliance Association (CRCA) Conference in St. Maarten! Benesch Partner Shaneeda Jaffer was honored to participate in the "TAKING AIM: AI and Compliance" panel. Together with Roshni Ganpat from Corpag, Simone Martin with the BVI Financial Services Commission and Alma Angotti of Guidehouse, they explored how artificial intelligence is transforming the compliance landscape—both enabling innovation and presenting new challenges. The discussion highlighted the need for adaptive strategies in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment. As AI technology advances and related regulations take shape, Benesch is proud to be at the forefront, guiding clients and maintaining our position as thought leaders. Be sure to subscribe to our monthly AI Reporter newsletter to stay on top of the latest developments in this space. #AI #Compliance #CaribbeanConference #Innovation #BeneschLaw

Last week, Benesch's Latino ERG was thrilled to host an internal panel featuring four esteemed in-house counsel: Raquel Rodriguez with The AES Corporation, Rene Casares of Academy Sports + Outdoors, Suzanne Alton de Eraso from GoodRx and Barbara Salinas from BradyPlus.   Moderated by Cristina Almendarez, Senior Managing Associate in our Intellectual Property Group, the panelists shared with Benesch attorneys and staff the pressing issues facing in-house counsel today and discussed insights on how to be a better partner in navigating these challenges. Thank you to our panelists for a great discussion!   #HispanicHeritageMonth #LatinoERG #InHouseCounsel #DiversityandInclusion #BeneschLaw

Congrats, Ira! In his new role with the Downtown Cleveland Alliance, Ira will contribute to the organization’s strategy, advocacy and planning as part of DCA's commitment to enhance basic services and ensure a clean, safe and welcoming environment for all.

Last week, we celebrated Stephanie Sheridan, Managing Partner of Benesch's San Francisco office and Chair of our Retail & E-Commerce Practice Group, as she was recognized as one of the 100 Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business by the San Francisco Business Times. This recognition highlights Stephanie's exceptional leadership and impact in the business community. We're proud to have her on our team! Congratulations, Stephanie! #InfluentialWomen #Leadership #BeneschLaw #SanFranciscoBusinessTimes #SFBT

Join us for an insightful webinar: “…and the 8-Ball says, ‘Future is Fuzzy’” As we navigate the complexities of Title IX's regulations on sex and gender discrimination, this panel discussion will dive into what the future might hold post-Election 2024. With K-12 schools, colleges and the Department of Education on the edge of their seats, we’ll explore key issues like transgender sports participation, preferred pronouns, sexual misconduct allegations and support for pregnant/parenting students. Our expert panel features Partners Marisa Darden and Matthew Ridings, along with Of Counsel Robert Kolansky. The discussion will be moderated by Associate Bianca Smith, J.D., M.S. 🗓️ Date: November 12, 2024 🕚 Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST 📍 Location: Virtual Register here: https://lnkd.in/g5UdqRMM #TitleIX #Webinar #FutureOfEducation #BeneschLaw

Congrats to our very own Litigation Secretary, Jessica Landers, who just published her first issue of Hearsay, the SFLPA's quarterly publication! This edition is packed with valuable insights, including a comprehensive review of upcoming changes to court rules and procedures effective January 2025.

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we enjoyed a wonderful Lotería night in the Benesch Chicago office! Our Latino ERG hosted local 1L law students for an evening filled with fun and connection. With a smaller group, the students had the perfect opportunity to engage with our talented attorneys and build meaningful relationships. A big thank you to Julius Zavala and Lizbeth Aviles for running the Lotería game—it was a hit! Everyone had a fantastic time, and we’re grateful for the chance to celebrate our culture while fostering connections in the legal community.  #HispanicHeritageMonth #Community #Networking #LoteríaNight #BeneschLaw