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Dinsmore gaming and sports industry partner Laura Holoubek MBA, JD (Lexington) recently accepted an invitation to a rare joint meeting of the International Masters of Gaming Law and the International Association of Gaming Regulators in Rome, Italy. Laura is the Kentucky General Member to the IMGL.    The four day event featured meetings and conversations ranging from specific regulatory matters, sports integrity, cybersecurity, AI and social media influence to international updates by country.    While there, Laura had the pleasure of spending time with the CEO and COO of Gaming Laboratories International, a company that tests and certifies game operations for regulators and entities worldwide, ensuring regulatory compliance across all jurisdictions where operators conduct business.   Laura also had the opportunity to spend an afternoon with Francesco Gianni, the Managing and Founding Partner of Gianni & Origoni, one of the largest law firms in Rome and Milan. Here, Laura is photographed with Marc Dunbar, her former colleague, and the incoming President of IMGL.

Dinsmore’s Jay Small (Orlando) is preparing for an informative presentation at next week’s annual Florida Eminent Domain conference in Tampa. The two day event that includes panels, presentations and networking will feature law, appraisal and right-of-way thought leaders, offering comprehensive perspectives and the latest updates on Florida eminent domain law and policy. On Friday, November 15, Jay will close out the conference discussing pre-suit communications, public information requests and best practices for public meetings and records. 

LEGAL ALERT| U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced “E-Verify+,” a voluntary I-9 verification process designed to improve and streamline employer workflows. As Louisville based immigration attorneys Barbara Webb Menefee and Nathaniel Hall explain, this system is effectively a two-way version of E-Verify and is expected to reduce HR workload while providing a centralized location for forms and data, accessible by both employer and employee. As of November 4, 2024, more than 420 employers have adopted E-Verify+. https://lnkd.in/g-23rk-8

This past weekend, Dinsmore’s Martiné ("Marty") Dunn was honored with the prestigious Chairman’s Award by The African American Chamber of Commerce: Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.   This award recognizes Marty’s exceptional contributions to the legal industry, and unwavering volunteer service and support to the community.   At Dinsmore, Marty wears many hats, serving as a member of the Firm’s Board of Directors, Executive Committee and as chair of the Diversity Council. Here, Marty is photographed with fellow Dinsmore partners, Lee Stautberg, Calvin Buford and John Merchant.

Healthcare attorney Tom Hess (Columbus) has been appointed to the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery Board of Directors. Tom is the first non-physician to be appointed to the Board, which is made up of doctors and specialists from across the country. The organization is responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality certification in the colon and rectal surgery specialty.

Several of our offices went head-to-head in a spirited Halloween contest, and the competition was intense! Our San Diego team paid tribute to the beloved West Coast burger restaurant, In-N-Out Burger, dressing in the iconic uniforms complete with black pants, white shirts, red aprons and paper hats. (Double-double, anyone?) Meanwhile, Houston turned up the nostalgia (and our appetites) as Sarah Smith, Ronnie Vanhoose and “Birdie” Griswold brought their favorite snacks to life as Little Debbie, Zebra Cake and Cosmic Brownie. And in Miami, our colleagues embraced their emotions—literally—by recreating the Inside Out movie poster. Who should take home the trophy? Let us know in the comments below!

LEGAL ALERT | United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) has approved a new credentialing organization for certain healthcare workers for immigration purposes. USCIS requires that certain healthcare workers present a certificate from an authorized credentialing organization in order to work in particular healthcare occupations in the United States. In this legal alert, Dinsmore immigration attorney Barbara Webb Menefee explains the new credentialing organization selected to streamline certification for healthcare professionals seeking U.S. work opportunities. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gVJuJvnh

WEBINAR | On November 12, from 12:30-1:30 ET, join Dinsmore healthcare partner Bryan Murray for a discussion on the growing challenges facing 340B covered entities.   In this webinar, Bryan teams up with R1’s SVP of 340B Operations, Melissa Palchak Opraseuth, PharmD, to tackle critical issues impacting vulnerable populations. The panel will share key insights from Pharma restrictions and 340B state legislative developments, and cover recent HRSA compliance audit experiences related to referral capture.   Register for the webinar here: https://lnkd.in/gssaczyi

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! Join us for the 2024 Dinsmore & Shohl LLP Credits & More Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminar on Friday, December 6. This hybrid event offers both in-person attendance in Cincinnati, OH, and virtual participation through a hosted and moderated online platform, making it accessible nationwide.   The seminar, pending approval, will include 2.5 hours of Professional Conduct credit, with sessions addressing chronic stress management and the ethical challenges of deepfakes in AI. In addition, attendees can earn 4 hours of General Credit with presentations covering topics such as the Corporate Transparency Act, the U.S. Supreme Court’s examination of judicial ethics, updates on non-competes and best practices handling insurance claims. This complimentary seminar is open to clients, alumni and friends of Dinsmore.  Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/gH5fHQY7

Please join us in congratulating Dinsmore’s San Diego office managing partner, Nick Transier, on his selection to the San Diego Business Journal’s Leaders of Influence in Law 2024. The talented attorneys on this year’s list are recognized for their impact and leadership within the legal community. As a registered patent attorney, Nick advises clients on all aspects of obtaining, asserting and defending patents in the U.S. and abroad. A frequent speaker on patent strategy and artificial intelligence, Nick is valued by clients for his natural curiosity and deep passion for technology. Congratulations, Nick!