DiCello Levitt LLP

Our Cleveland office recently gathered for a memorable rooftop celebration in honor of legal intern Logan Vargo. Logan will begin law school at Case Western Reserve this fall. We wish him all the best on this new journey and anticipate his return. Farewell (for now), Logan!

DiCello Levitt Mass Tort Litigation Practice Group Co-Chair Diandra "Fu" Debrosse was recently featured among the leading attorneys in the Ozempic litigation by Law360. In May 2024, Fu was appointed Co-Chair of Trial Strategy for the Plaintiffs' Executive Committee in the multidistrict litigation against Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly. This litigation seeks to address the severe health risks allegedly caused by Ozempic and similar drugs. Fu's relentless dedication and capability are evident in every case she handles. Read more for the full list of attorneys: https://bit.ly/3WA3RHw (Subscription may be req.)

In the Summer Associate spotlight this week is Samara Trilling, who has been named the recipient of Milestone’s 2024 Trial LawHER Scholarship. This scholarship, awarded to aspiring women plaintiffs' trial lawyers, reflects Samara's talent and dedication. We are pleased to see her receive this well-deserved recognition. Samara is a rising 3L at Harvard Law School, where she studies antitrust, labor law, and algorithmic regulation. She brings experience as a software engineer as well as a prior internship in the Technology and Digital Platforms section of the Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division. Samara has demonstrated outstanding leadership by serving as the president of the Law and Political Economy Association, vice president of the Antitrust Association, and a board member of both the Labor Employment Action Project and the People’s Parity Project. Samara has been a valuable addition to our New York City office this summer. We look forward to celebrating her future accomplishments!

DiCello Levitt is expanding its Antitrust and Competition Litigation Practice Group with the addition of Partner Geralyn Trujillo. Geralyn brings decades of experience from both government and private practice to our New York City office, reinforcing our dedication to securing economic justice for victims of anticompetitive conduct. Geralyn joins our firm from the Federal Trade Commission’s Bureau of Competition, where she led high-profile cases and investigations across various industries. Her extensive background also includes significant roles at the Office of the New York State Attorney General and a prominent multinational law firm. We eagerly anticipate the valuable insights and deep experience Geralyn will bring as we continue our commitment to fair competition and robust consumer protection. To read more about Geralyn, visit: https://bit.ly/3SnrFMt

DiCello Levitt Attorney Joe Fouché III, Esq. was sworn in before the Supreme Court of Ohio last week. Joe returned to the Cleveland area from Houston in 2023, bringing a diverse background in technology, public affairs, and project management. With experience in civil and human rights violations, negligence, and discrimination cases, he has effectively advocated for clients and worked to deter future governmental and corporate misconduct. We look forward to supporting Joe as he continues to champion justice and equity in Ohio. Congratulations, Joe!

We are proud to announce that ALM and The National Law Journal named DiCello Levitt as its Civil Rights Law Firm of the Year at the Elite Trial Lawyers awards ceremony last Thursday in New York City. And we are equally grateful to receive this recognition in the month marking the 60th anniversary of the signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.   "We are honored to be recognized by NLJ as the top law firm this year in the civil rights field," said Diandra "Fu" Debrosse, co-chair of both the Mass Tort Litigation and Civil and Human Rights Litigation practice groups and the Birmingham office managing partner. "As the co-chair of our civil rights practice, alongside Bobby DiCello, I believe that our firm's diverse expertise and passion allow our lawyers to address civil rights abuses in cutting-edge manners to truly bring justice to those who have been harmed."   This award follows a year in which our attorneys remained at the forefront of efforts to advance the cause of justice for individuals and communities, including our advocacy for the families of seven of the individuals killed, and others who were injured, in the May 2022 racially motivated mass shooting in a Tops Supermarket in Buffalo, New York, and for numerous victims of police shootings, brutality, and misconduct and other abuses of civil rights.   We congratulate our civil rights team for the essential work they accomplish day in and day out. Our attorney team includes Mark DiCello, Diandra "Fu" Debrosse, Bobby DiCello, Ken Abbarno, Mark Abramowitz, Eli Hare, Justin Hawal, Sara Aguiñiga, Rachel Bussett, Peter Soldato, Justin Abbarno, Elton H. Darby III, Éviealle Dawkins, Joe Fouché III, Joseph Frate, Jordyn Parks, Matthew Stombaugh, and Grant Patterson. To read more, visit: https://bit.ly/3zImCQ1

We are excited to spotlight our departing summer associate, Ellen Teuscher. Today marks her last day with us, and it has been a pleasure having her on our team.   Ellen, a rising 3L at Harvard Law School, brought a wealth of experience and a passionate commitment to tech regulation, civil rights, and reproductive rights advocacy. Her impressive background as an advertising and public affairs strategist on multiple political campaigns and her involvement in Harvard's Cyberlaw Clinic and the Harvard Prison Legal Assistance Project made her contributions here truly impactful.   We are deeply grateful for Ellen's hard work, enthusiasm, and dedication this summer. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors and look forward to seeing the remarkable impact she will undoubtedly continue to make in the legal field!

We had an unforgettable time at our Chicago office's annual firm outing yesterday! Our summer associates, clerks, business professionals, and attorneys came together for a scenic cruise along the Chicago River and Lake Michigan, soaking in the summer sun against the stunning backdrop of the city skyline. It was a fantastic opportunity to strengthen bonds and celebrate our vibrant firm culture. Here's to more moments like these that remind us why we love what we do! 🚢☀️

Senior Counsel Sara Aguiñiga was recently recognized in The 2024 Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation. This prestigious listing celebrates the future leaders of the legal profession, highlighting those who bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to their fields. We are proud to see Sara's exceptional talent and vision acknowledged in this esteemed group. Her dedication and insight continue to inspire us and strengthen our firm. Congratulations, Sara! For the full list, read here: https://bit.ly/3LmmpEE

DiCello Levitt Partner Gregory Asciolla, chair of our Antitrust and Competition Litigation Practice Group and managing partner of our New York office, has been appointed Co-Lead Counsel in a groundbreaking nationwide antitrust class action against leading tire manufacturers. Last week, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio named Greg End-Payor Plaintiffs' Interim Co-Lead Counsel in this significant multidistrict litigation.   DiCello Levitt initiated this class action in February 2024, alleging that major tire manufacturers, including Continental, Goodyear, Bridgestone, Michelin, and Pirelli, conspired to inflate the prices of replacement tires for passenger vehicles, vans, trucks, and buses. Our complaint noted a concerning 21.4% increase in tire prices in 2021 and 2022 alone, far exceeding core inflation.   "The alleged conspiracy to raise prices of replacement tires forced consumers to pay considerably higher prices for their tires—a purchase vehicle owners usually can't afford to postpone due to imminent safety concerns," said Greg.   To learn more about how this case represents a pivotal moment in antitrust enforcement and consumer protection, read more: https://bit.ly/4bA3mS9