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Fast-Growing Pierson Ferdinand Passes 150 Partner Mark (Law360)
Newly formed Pierson Ferdinand LLP announced that with the hiring of 24 new partners over the past month and a half, the firm has added over 150 attorneys since its January launch.
Pierson Ferdinand LLP Surpasses the 150 Partners Mark Following Inception in January
PierFerd continues rapid growth, serving as a top destination for distinguished lawyers.
Dan Messeloff Presents Four-Part Payroll Legal Series to American Payroll Association
The American Payroll Association selected Pierson Ferdinand partner Dan Messeloff to present a four-part Payroll Legal Series to the organization’s 20,000+ members in March and April.
Paul Beard Secures Unanimous Decision by the SCOTUS: Government Cannot Use Permit Process to Coerce Property Owners
U.S. Supreme Court issues unanimous decision in favor of Pierson Ferdinand client. The ruling, a major victory for property rights, will remove costly barriers to development, thereby helping to combat the housing crisis.
Partner Stu Panensky nominated for “Cyber Person of the Year – Attorney” at the 2024 Zywave Cyber Risk Awards
As a nominee, Stu is being recognized for “dedication, foresight, and leadership [that] has enhanced and developed the treatment of cyber risk through the past year.”
Prominent Employment Litigator Joins Pierson Ferdinand
Benjamin Jacobs joins from Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, furthering PierFerd’s rapid growth.
Amy Epstein Gluck joins the EEOC for “Unlocking Access: Master Class on Navigating the ADA”
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) held a virtual workshop discussing the ADA’s requirements, neurodivergent employees, accommodations for employees with mental health disabilities, and recent caselaw involving employees with mental health disabilities.
PierFerd Salutes Trailblazing Women in the Legal Profession
As we end our celebration of Women’s History Month, we want to take this opportunity to honor the incredible female lawyer trailblazers who have paved the way for equality and justice.
Pierson Ferdinand Lands Global Dispute Attys
Pierson Ferdinand confirmed the addition of partners Vitaly Morozov, who joined the international disputes practice in New York and Washington D.C., as well as Kristin Drecktrah Paz, who handles international commercial arbitration, in Miami.
Pierson Ferdinand Hires Cyber Specialist Panensky from Marsh
Virtual law firm Pierson Ferdinand has hired cyber specialist Howard Panensky from Marsh, marking the new venture's latest prominent recruit.
Michael Pierson and Joel Ferdinand join Chris Batz on Episode 34 of The Future Is Bright Podcast
They discuss Pierson Ferdinand and why it’s both ahead of its time and bolstered by timeless principles. Pierson Ferdinand is about people, happiness, and freedom.
Amy Epstein Gluck quoted in Law360 about the far-reaching impact the #MeToo movement has had on employment law and the work still left to do
Amy talks about the increased accountability wrought by the #MeToo movement, advanced education, and increasing legal requirements about sexual harassment, and not just the Hollywood version.
Pierson Ferdinand LLP Adds 25 Partners in February
Firm continues expansion following debut in 2024, serving as premier destination for industry-leading lawyers.
Law360 taps Pierson Ferdinand employment partner Eric B. Meyer for advice on how employers can shield teen workers from harassment
Pierson Ferdinand employment partner Eric B. Meyer details how federal regulators will continue their focus on the mistreatment of younger workers in the years ahead and emphasizes the importance of education and training to help employers stay out of their crosshairs.
PierFerd Salutes Legal Trailblazers as Black History Month Concludes
As Black History Month comes to an end, we want to take this opportunity to salute those trailblazers who broke down barriers in the legal profession.
Soren Lindstrom, Pierson Ferdinand Partner, Ranked by Chambers Global as Corporate/M&A Foreign Expert
Recognition marks Lindstrom’s 11th consecutive year featured by Chambers Global.
PierFerd’s Panensky says newly-launched law firm offers “happiness” and “freedom”
Pierson Ferdinand is among the biggest legal start-ups in history, launching with over 120 professionals in January, and according to a partner in its cybersecurity practice Stu Panensky, the launch was motivated by offering staff happiness and freedom.
Jan Joosten discusses the differences between U.S. and Dutch law, the global influence of U.S. law, and Pierson Ferdinand with RechtenCircuit.
Pierson Ferdinand partner Jan Joosten talks about how he ended up in the United States, the biggest legal difference between the Netherlands and the United States, and the special business operations of his law firm Pierson Ferdinand.
Remote Work Powers This Startup Firm
Breakaway startup law firm Pierson Ferdinand LLP includes Los Angeles among its widespread launch markets. Read our coverage in the Los Angeles Business Journal.
Pierson Ferdinand Added 104 FisherBroyles Attys In January (Law360)
As of the end of January, a total of 104 partners had departed FisherBroyles LLP to join breakaway law firm Pierson Ferdinand LLP, according to an announcement by the new firm, which opened its doors at the beginning of the year.