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On October 16, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) amended its regulations on subscription plans that automatically renew unless the consumer takes an affirmative action to cancel. The final rule introduces several new restrictions and clarifies existing requirements for sellers. In a new client alert, MTO attorneys Rose Leda Ehler, Nate Sussman and Michael Wei discuss the new rule affecting negative option programs.

November marks Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor and celebrate the rich cultures, histories and contributions of our country’s native and indigenous communities. As we reflect on the resilience and strength of these nations, we also recognize the ongoing challenges they face. This month provides an opportunity to educate ourselves, listen to indigenous voices and support initiatives that promote equality and understanding. Happy #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth! #MTO #Diversity #Inclusion

Munger, Tolles & Olson was proud to sponsor the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2024 Corporate Counsel Awards, which honored the accomplishments and significant roles that in-house counsel plays in contributing to their company’s success and business enterprise. Congratulations to Jonathan Anschell, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary of Mattel, Inc. on his well-deserved recognition as Corporate Counsel of the Year (Public Company). MTO attorneys Brian Rivas Boessenecker, Lauren Barnett, Cory Batza and Henry Shreffler were honored to celebrate with Mr. Anschell and other finalists and honorees at last week’s finalist cocktail reception on LABJ’s Campus in Los Angeles. #MTO #LABJ #LosAngelesBusinessJournal #2024CorporateCounselAwards

Munger, Tolles & Olson had a great time at the 2024 LaddHer Up retreat held earlier this month in Napa, California. LaddHer Up is a unique retreat for women law firm associates in the earlier stages of their careers and hosts opportunities to personally engage with women general counsel for professional development and discussions on career strategy, business development and mentorship.   Thank you to LaddHer Up for hosting MTO associates Rebecca Sciarrino, Cory Batza, Grace Davis Fisher and Lauren Beck!   #MTO #LaddHerUp #attorneydevelopment

Munger, Tolles & Olson was thrilled to host MTO alum Alan Bersin as the latest speaker in our Alumni Lunch Series. In a fireside chat with Firm Chair Brad Brian, Alan reflected on his early career as a litigation lawyer at MTO and his leadership roles in public service, including his work with the U.S. Department of Justice, the Department of Homeland Security and as California's Secretary of Education. Alan highlighted the importance of taking risks with integrity, building a strong network of supportive friends, and navigating the ongoing challenge of balancing a career and personal life. Thank you, Alan, for being an invaluable member of our MTO alumni community and for sharing your exceptional career journey with us. #MTO #MTOalumni 

Thank you again to the Law Practice Management and Technology Section of the California Lawyers Association for recognizing MTO as the 2024 Law Firm of the Year. We were proud to accept the award at the ceremony on October 23. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gE66kZpM #MTO #CaliforniaLawyersAssociation #CLA

Munger, Tolles & Olson partner and general counsel Stuart Senator will speak at the 2024 Aon Law Firm Symposium, which will be held on October 23-25 at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. Mr. Senator’s panel, entitled “Law Firm General Counsels’ Forum,” will begin on October 24 and will discuss current issues of critical importance to general counsels in law firms of all sizes, as well as problems and trends likely to affect firms in the near future. #MTO #Aon #LawFirmSymposium #generalcounsel 

Last week, MTO was honored to attend The Recorder’s 2024 California Legal Awards ceremony, where this year’s finalists and winners were recognized for their impactful work in the legal community. We were proud to celebrate partner Miriam Kim, who was named a Woman Leader in Tech Law winner and partner Rose Leda Ehler, who was recognized as a Lawyer on the Fast Track winner. MTO was once again named a finalist in the Tech Litigation Department of the Year category. Ahead of the award ceremony, partners Carolyn Hoecker Luedtke, Jonathan Blavin and Miriam Kim spoke with #TheRecorder about the litigation team’s competitive advantage and recent achievements: https://lnkd.in/gwK_M-Ts #MTO #TheRecorder #CaliforniaLegalAwards #techlitigation #lawyersonthefasttrack #techlaw

In recognition of the American Bar Association’s 2024 National Celebration of Pro Bono, Munger, Tolles & Olson is honored to share our new Pro Bono Impact video. In the video, partner Donald Verrilli, Co-Managing Partners Malcolm Heinicke and Hailyn Chen, partner and Pro Bono Chair Jacob Kreilkamp, partner Ginger Anders and associates Anne K Conley, Rowley Rice and Xiaonan April Hu discuss the firm’s recent pro bono cases and initiatives and share why pro bono work means so much to them. #MTO #AmericanBarAssociation #NationalCelebrationofProBono #probono

Congratulations to MTO partners Katherine Forster and Margaret Maraschino who were named to the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2024 Leaders of Influence: Labor & Employment Attorneys list! The annual #LABJ list recognizes the very best employment and labor litigators and trial attorneys in the region. #MTO #LosAngelesBusinessJournal #laborandemployment