Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP

We are proud to share our ranking as one of Vault's Top 150 Under 150, a list of leading law firms with 150 lawyers or fewer. We also ranked third amongst the best midsize law firms in Chicago, first amongst the best midsize law firms for our pro bono commitment, and among the top midsize firms for diversity and wellness.    These rankings are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our attorneys and staff, who work together to provide superior service to our clients and to foster an inclusive, supportive and collaborative workplace.   Read more about all of our Vault rankings here: https://lnkd.in/gHCVdv9V #Vault #lawfirmsrankings #chicagolawfirm

Congratulations to everyone who participated in the Diversity Lab's 2024 Moments to Movements Hackathon and 10th Anniversary Celebration in New York City on July 11. This event served as a platform for law firm partners, in-house leaders, DEI advisors, and judges to come together to focus on developing, enhancing, and improving DEI and inclusive talent systems. Teams presented their solutions in hopes of being selected to be developed, refined, and tested with participating firms.   NGE was proud to send two representatives, Executive Committee Member and Labor & Employment Partner Sonya Rosenberg and Director of Talent & Diversity Marlon Lutfiyya, to participate in this year's Hackathon!   Sonya was a participant on "Team Cowboy Carter," which proposed “The Table” to build community among law firms and companies to share experiences, resources, and solutions to challenges in the DEI space. Diversity Lab has decided to move forward with putting this idea into action.    Marlon was the DEI advisor for "Team Bias Busters," one of the winners in the Inclusive Talent Systems category at this year's event, which proposed an app that facilitates the equitable allocation of work within firms and that promotes law firm/legal department collaboration toward the production of work, mentorship and other development opportunities for associates.     We are proud to support Diversity Lab as it generates innovative ideas and solutions to enhance and promote diversity and inclusion in law.   To learn more about this event, click here: https://lnkd.in/erFB45ia.   To learn more about the Diversity Lab, click here: https://lnkd.in/ePBcmqE   #DEI #Hackathon2024

NGE colleagues gathered for a Being Well Walk across Chicago’s Loop this afternoon. The group headed from our office to Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park, where they enjoyed lunch as they heard the Grant Park Orchestra rehearse. It was a great way for attorneys and staff to listen to music, enjoy the gorgeous summer weather, and connect with friends! #wellness #wellbeingatwork #lawyerwellbeing

Intellectual Property Partner Tom Campbell published an article in The Global Legal Post titled "How Proposed Drug Pricing and Patent Reform Bills Will Impact US Pharma Innovation." The article discusses how proposed drug pricing and patent reform bills, such as the Inflation Reduction Act, plan to reduce drug costs by allowing Medicare to negotiate prices and limiting patent strategies that prevent generic competition. It also highlights that while these reforms could lower consumer costs, they may also impact innovation by likely reducing private investment in the pharmaceutical sector as a result of changes in patent enforcement and pricing regulations. To read the full article, click here: https://lnkd.in/gZFjfZke

NGE attorneys Michael Gray and Madison Schmid enjoyed happy hour last week with our friends at Buoyant Ventures. It was great spending time with Amy Francetic, Shivali Rao, and others from Buoyant. We look forward to continued opportunities to work together. #chicagosummer #venturecapital

Intellectual Property Partner Antony McShane was quoted in the Law360 article, "Restaurant Group Gets Another Shot At TM Suit Against Hotel." The article discusses how the Fifth Circuit has revived a trademark infringement case where Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises (LEYE) accused Hotel Magdalena of copying its summer-themed branding, finding that the lower court incorrectly applied the summary judgment standard. It notes that the appellate court reversed the lower court's ruling in favor of Hotel Magdalena, highlighting that evidence should have been examined in a more favorable light to LEYE, thus resulting in the case being sent back for further proceedings.   To read the full article, click here: https://lnkd.in/gd5iEUgF

NGE Litigation Partner Steven Pflaum was mentioned in the June 2024 edition of #IllinoisCourtsConnect, a monthly newsletter published by the Illinois Judicial Branch, for the panel he moderated at the 2023 Illinois State Bar Association/Illinois Judges Association Joint Midyear Meeting this past December.   To read more about this session and the full newsletter, click here: https://lnkd.in/gYuGQx8D

NGE is proud to be named to the Public Interest Law Initiative (PILI) Pro Bono Recognition Roster for 2024. The Roster honors law firms and corporations that have made significant commitments and contributions to pro bono throughout Illinois. NGE is honored to have been recognized by PILI on this roster every year since its inception in 2010. Click here to learn more about our pro bono service: https://lnkd.in/epAbVwh   #PILIProBono #probono #corporatesocialresponsibility #CommunityofService

NGE Intellectual Property Associate Charlie Shih attended the TAIWANESE JUNIOR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHICAGO (TJCCC) Annual Summit on June 29. This annual event aims to connect cross-generational Taiwanese communities with the public, showcasing how "Made in Taiwan" can influence future changes. Charlie and John Wang of SALAS WANG LLC presented the panel discussion "Legal Consideration for New Business Ventures," which covered essential considerations when starting a business and securing copyrights, trademarks and patents. To learn more about this organization and event, click here: https://lnkd.in/gSCRkB6r #TJCCCSummit

We were thrilled to showcase the diverse culinary and baking talents of our NGE attorneys and staff once again with the annual Potluck Throwdown! The winners of this year’s competition were Moreno Mario, who impressed us with his delicious tamales; Sonia Menon, who served up chicken tikka masala and jeera rice; and Lisa Gonzalez, who wowed everyone with her horchata cake. Special thanks to our NGE Diversity & Inclusion Committee, especially Tanvi Patel, Marlon Lutfiyya and Katie G., for their contributions to making this event a success. #diversity #inclusion #potluck