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May 18th, 2022
Last of LeClairRyan’s Partners Battle Opaque Tax Threat
Ethics & Professional Responsibility Litigation Partner Ronald C. Minkoff is quoted in the article, “Last of LeClairRyan's Partners Battle Opaque Tax Threat” published by Law360. The article discusses LeClairRyan’s failed conversion strategy deal with UnitedLex and the outstanding tax liability of the last standing shareholders. Ron called the tax scuffle an unusual but striking illustration of the problems waiting for the last shareholders of a bankrupt law firm. He is quoted saying, “The logistical mess of being the last ones at a firm when it's shutting down, it's extraordinary. They're the ones who have to deal with the angry clients, figure out where all the files go, and they're going to be the first ones that the banks or creditors go after, just because they're still around" and "Let's just say, no one is going to show you any consideration for being there at the very end."
Read the full article here. (Behind paywall)
Other Quoted
‘Trump Too Small’ Opinion Leaves Some Justices, Attys Vexed
Law360 quotes Kimberly M. Maynard on the recent 'Trump Too Small' apparel trademark that the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously concluded was not a free speech violation. View Article
June 14 2024
Addiction-Treatment Startups Are Raking in VC Money—and Amassing Millions in Fines
Inc. Magazine quotes Daniel M. Goldberg on the recent explosion of venture funding in addiction treatment startups and the various legal and privacy concerns that come with building technology that has outpaced the scope of current regulations. (Behind paywall) View Article
June 11 2024
Rachel Sennott’s HBO comedy pilot welcomes 4 new cast members
Variety mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to actor, writer, and producer Jordan Firstman, who will join Odessa A'zion, Miles Robbins, and True Whitaker in Rachel Sennott's upcoming HBO comedy pilot. View Article
June 10 2024