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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) and Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) periodically release reports outlining key risks facing the banking industry. These reports telegraph the risks regulators will be particularly interested in during the next examination cycle. In an article for Bank Director, Dinsmore corporate attorneys Michael Dailey and Christian Gonzalez discuss the top risks your bank should be ready to address, and steps you can take to prepare for your next exam.  https://lnkd.in/g5wyAPWb

REGISTER NOW! Join Miami appellate partner Kathryn Ender and Judge Nina Di Pietro next month for New Year, New Rules: A Guide to the 2025 Civil Rule Changes.   The virtual event, offered by the Broward County Bar Association’s County Court Civil Section, will discuss changes to case management, discovery, trial scheduling, summary judgment and much more.   You can find additional details and a registration link here: https://lnkd.in/gjRZif4z

In celebration of National Boss’s Day, Dinsmore’s Orlando office social committee put together a special breakfast for attorneys! The business professionals stepped up to cook and serve a delicious meal, showing our appreciation for all the hard work and leadership our attorneys bring every day. It was a great way to start the day and celebrate the team.

Please join us in congratulating Lexington litigator Cassie Carter, who was recently recognized by Legal Aid of the Bluegrass and the Fayette County Bar Association’s Pro Bono Board for exceptional dedication to pro bono projects. The organizations also commended the Firm’s commitment to ongoing initiatives. When announcing the award, LABG said, “Cassie has always been excited to recruit for our expungement clinics and is usually able to get several Dinsmore attorneys to commit to helping. Dinsmore’s efforts to participate in our pro bono projects are truly commendable, and this recognition [highlights] their significant contributions.” The Friend of the Pro Bono award was presented during LABG’s annual “Suits That Rock” fundraiser, where attorneys, judges and others in the local legal community channel their inner rockstar and perform songs.

Julian Pecora, an associate in Dinsmore's Huntington, WV office, is highlighted in Huntington Quarterly’s 35th anniversary edition as one of its "Five Under 35" young leaders making a difference.   Beyond his litigation work, Julian is committed to creating a lasting impact with his legal peers through initiatives like Counsel Connections, which he founded, and Meet-Up 64, an organization he co-founded—both aimed at encouraging collaboration and supporting young professionals in West Virginia.   His dedication to the community recently earned him the Distinguished Young Alumnus Award from his alma mater, Notre Dame High School in Clarksburg, WV.   You can read Julian’s feature in Huntington Quarterly, here: https://lnkd.in/geGt-6mw

Dinsmore was proud to be the Gold Sponsor of the Children's Law Center’s annual Boots, Bourbon & Biscuit Brunch. Dinsmore litigation attorney Kyle Bunnell serves on the Board and as CLC’s Fundraising Chair.    CLC celebrated its 35th anniversary this year. For more than three decades, it has remained committed to providing individual legal advocacy to children and youth, through public policy work, training and education, impact litigation and juvenile defender support services throughout Kentucky and Ohio. This year’s event raised over $81,000 for children in Kentucky and Ohio. Kyle donned his boots and attended the event with his family – and, as pictured, his son was a big fan of the live music. 

Congratulations to Jill Cranston Rice, recently named one of West Virginia Living magazine’s 2024 Wonder Women.   WV Living celebrates Appalachian mothers and leaders who remind us that love for one another is what truly counts. With their resilience and Mountain State spirit, these women are shaping a better future for West Virginia.   A partner in the Morgantown office, Jill is also on the Firm’s Board of Directors, chairs the Government Relations and Health law practice group, serves as Second Vice President of DRI and is president of the West Virginia Insurance Federation.   The magazine’s editorial team describes Jill’s superpowers as her boundless optimism and energy. You can read more here: https://lnkd.in/g4Pwu7-N

Congratulations to Dinsmore partner George A. Rios III for being named a finalist for the San Diego Business Journal’s 2024 Latino Leaders of Influence.   The region’s premier business magazine received more than 200 nominations this year.   In association with the San Diego Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the list celebrates Latinos in southern California who contribute to the local Latino community in extraordinary ways.   George has shown a deep commitment to his Latino peers through his leadership as President of the San Diego La Raza Lawyers Association, where he helped establish a nonprofit to better serve diverse communities. He continues to advocate for Latino empowerment by serving on various boards and as a member of San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria's Latinx Advisory Group.

The attorneys and business professionals in Dinsmore’s Cincinnati and Covington, Ky. offices had an incredibly busy day volunteering with several local organizations for their Dinsmore Day of Service. At Matthew 25: Ministries, teams worked to sort supplies in the processing center. The organization works to deliver meals, building materials and cleaning products to disaster victims. A second team helped with organizing donations and pantry spaces at Welcome House, Inc., an organization that provides a variety of services to those experiencing homelessness or housing uncertainty. Other teams visited The Freestore Foodbank locations to help with bagging groceries, restocking shelves and helping customers check out their orders. Finally, at Brighton Center, volunteers spent time with both children and seniors by playing games and doing other activities, reading and simply visiting with them. Thank you to all of these organizations for the work you do to make a difference in the community!

Several Dinsmore attorneys are headed to Seattle next week to attend DRI’s Annual Meeting where they look forward to connecting with other civil defense practitioners. The Firm is proud to be a sponsor of the flagship event that attracts attorneys and in-house counsel from around the world for unique networking opportunities and informative sessions spanning a variety of important legal topics. Lauren Motes of the Firm’s Morgantown office, will be part of a fireside chat discussing the challenges the next generation of lawyers face when gaining trial experience and developing critical trial skills. On Friday, Houston office managing partner Sarah Smith will present on the future of the insurance industry and the impact of emerging tech. The session will highlight the cutting-edge technology transforming the insurance industry, particularly in handling property and casualty claims. We look forward to seeing you!