At any given time, Dechert lawyers are actively engaged in more than 1,700 open pro bono matters across a wide range of causes, including civil rights, criminal justice reform, housing and homelessness, human trafficking, nonprofit work, veterans rights, and more. We are grateful to The American Lawyer for recognizing our longstanding commitment to pro bono in its 2024 Pro Bono Report, which has ranked Dechert as the leading firm for international pro bono and among the top five firms for U.S. pro bono based on hours worked. At Dechert, we approach pro bono engagements with the same energy, enthusiasm and resources as we do work for commercial clients. We celebrate the pro bono achievements of our lawyers each year during our Samuel E. Klein Pro Bono Awards, with winners ranging from individuals working one-on-one with victims of domestic violence to teams taking on systemic issues like voting rights. Learn more about this year’s winners for just a small sampling of the work we are undertaking to provide equal access to justice around the world, including: - Eviction Diversion in Philadelphia - Farm-to-Impact in Ghana - Domestic Violence in San Francisco - Reproductive Rights in Latin America https://lnkd.in/eZ8Uwm6W
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The Supreme Court's decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo overruled the Chevron deference doctrine, signaling a significant shift in judicial review of agency interpretations of statutes. This decision, along with other recent rulings such as Corner Post, Inc. v. Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, Ohio v. EPA, and SEC v. Jarkesy, collectively constrain administrative agency power and enhance the ability of regulated parties to challenge agency actions. In this OnPoint, Dechert's Anthony Kelly, Michael McGinley, Mark Perlow, Justin Aimonetti, Brian Kulp and Thomas Koenig discuss the broader impact of Loper Bright and these other decisions.
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Congratulations to Dechert associate Isabel Kim for breaking new ground and securing a seven-figure book deal and a TV adaptation with Universal International Studios for her debut novel, "Sublimation."
Dechert LLP associate Isabel Kim, who has a seven-figure book deal and a TV adaptation with Universal International Studios, says she intends to continue her legal and writing careers. Full story: https://loom.ly/fv_KXf0
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Are you up-to-date on the latest employment case law developments in France? In this newsletter, authors Philippe Thomas and Thibault Meiers review recent key rulings, including the necessity of specifying dates in dismissal letters, admissibility of video surveillance evidence and requirements for modifying pay slips.
Employment Case Law Selection - France | First Semes...
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What do investors and fund managers need to know about the UK’s new securitization reform, which goes into effect this November? Take an in-depth look at this important regulatory shift alongside Dechert’s Angelo Lercara, John McGrath, Richard Pugh and Aaron Scott on the latest episode of Dechert On Reg, available now! Listen: https://lnkd.in/e9GveSKg
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The Supreme Court announced its decision in SEC v. Jarkesy, holding that the Seventh Amendment entitles a defendant to a jury trial when the SEC seeks civil penalties for securities fraud. In this OnPoint, Dechert's David Bartels, Catherine Botticelli, Steve Engel, Anthony Kelly, Neel Maitra, Michael McGinley, Justin Aimonetti, Eric Auslander, Brian Kulp and Thomas Koenig delve into the history of the case, the Court’s decision and the practical implications moving forward.
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In the pharmaceutical sector, unilateral conduct can lead to antitrust liability if a firm uses exclusionary practices to maintain monopoly power or fails to uphold responsibility to ensure fair competition. In this video, Greg Luib, Marion Provost and Mélanie Thill-Tayara explore various types of infringement in both the U.S. and EU, the question of exploitative abuse as well as notable court cases involving monopoly or dominance-related offenses. For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/3T8xy1d
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Thank you to everyone who joined us at this year's Ride for Mental Health. The Ride for Mental Health, which raises funds for McLean Hospital, is one of the first rides in the country to benefit mental health. All proceeds raised are put towards the education, research and treatment of mental illness including anxiety, borderline personality disorder, depression, eating disorders and substance abuse. Dechert remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering well-being, including strong mental health. We had a great Dechert turnout at the event: lawyers and staff from both our New York and Boston offices partook in the event, either as riders or as volunteer staff. https://lnkd.in/e9nnWgRN
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Check out the latest edition of Dechert Cyber Bits, a bi-weekly roundup of key privacy and cybersecurity developments and practical takeaways by our top-ranked, global team. https://lnkd.in/dQz9XpWD
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