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Jenner & Block Secures Trial Victory for Chance the Rapper
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Jenner & Block Named Law Firm of the Year, Earned Additional Honors Across Categories by The American Lawyer 2025 Industry Awards
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Chicago Bar Association Names Jenner & Block Law Firm of the Year
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Last month, Partner Neil Barofsky testified before the US Senate Judiciary Committee to present findings from the ongoing investigation into Credit Suisse's historical ties to Nazi-era clients. His testimony, which included a 75-page written statement, revealed previously unreported relationships between the bank and Nazi-era entities.
Today, Jenner & Block, on behalf of St. Luke’s Health System and in collaboration with Stoel Rives, filed a lawsuit with the US District Court for the District of Idaho to resolve the conflict between Idaho’s state abortion law and the federal Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA).
On September 28, a federal court ruled against a key provision of Texas’ anti-voter law Senate Bill 1 (SB 1) in a victory for voting rights in the state. The lawsuit, filed in 2021, challenged numerous provisions of SB 1, including its restriction of compensated canvassers from engaging in voter advocacy in the presence of a mail-in ballot.
Recognitions
Jenner & Block’s Appellate Practice has been recognized as a finalist for the National Law Journal’s 2025 Appellate Hot List. This award highlights law firms that have handled exemplary appellate matters.
Lawdragon Names 29 Jenner & Block Partners to 2026 “500 Leading Litigators in America” List
Twenty-nine Jenner & Block partners have been named to Lawdragon’s 2026 “500 Leading Litigators in America” list. The award honors lawyers who have excelled in commercial litigation, product liability, mass torts, securities and other fiduciary litigation, white collar and investigations, administrative proceedings, class actions, antitrust, energy and technology disputes, intellectual property, trademark and patent wars.
Partner Jessica Ring Amunson was named one of Washington DC’s 500 Most Influential People of 2025 by the Washingtonian. The list recognizes leading figures and advocates, outside the government, who play crucial roles in Washington’s policy debates.
Publications
Amicus Brief Outlines Dangers of California’s Internet Age-Estimation Requirement
Following our amicus brief critiquing the California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act (CAADCA) at the trial level, an appellate team continues its fight against the law at the Ninth Circuit.
On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court issued its opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. Authored by Justice Alito, the decision, which hewed closely to the draft opinion that was leaked on May 2, 2022, upheld the Mississippi abortion ban at issue (6-3) and further held that the Constitution does not grant a right to abortion (5-4), overturning the landmark decisions in Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pennsylvania v. Casey. Four justices—Thomas, Gorsuch, Kavanau
On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court issued its opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. Authored by Justice Alito, the decision held that the Constitution does not grant a right to abortion (5-4), overturning the landmark decisions in Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pennsylvania v. Casey. In the absence of a federal constitutional right to abortion, abortion procedures and medication will be governed only by the laws of each state.
Client Alerts
Attention government contractors and subcontractors, a new Executive Order (EO) demands your immediate attention. Titled Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors, the order, issued March 26, directs federal agencies to begin inserting a new clause prohibiting what the EO terms “racially discriminatory DEI activities” into contracts within 30 days. The EO’s text reaches more broadly than prior purported DEI preclusion efforts. Here is what you need to know.
New Year, Renewed Focus on False Claims Act Risks for Recipients of US Funds
In the waning hours of 2025, news broke that the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) had sent Civil Investigative Demands (“CIDs”) to investigate and potentially bring actions against federal contractors, grant recipients, and other entities receiving federal funds for maintaining so-called diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”) programs. Reporting notes that DOJ issued CIDs pursuant to its False Claims Act (“FCA”) authority (31 U.S.C. § 3729-3733) to companies across a variety of sectors of the US
On May 19, 2025, United States Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche circulated a memo to the Department, announcing the establishment of the Civil Rights Fraud Initiative, an effort aimed at leveraging the civil False Claims Act (FCA) and its qui tam provisions, which authorize whistleblowers to bring federal civil rights enforcement against entities who “defraud the United States by taking its money while knowingly violating civil rights laws.” This multi-component initiative, co-led by the Fra
Events
CLE Relay 2026 — Session 4 — US Supreme Court Term in Review
Jenner & Block's appellate lawyers review the most consequential cases from the 2025–2026 Supreme Court term. This session covers high-profile decisions and pending matters addressing presidential power, agency independence, birthright citizenship, voting rights, and other significant constitutional and federal law questions before the Court.
Post-Election Review of FCC Policy Agenda Webinar
Jenner & Block is pleased to invite clients and friends of the firm to an exclusive online presentation examining the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) policy agenda following the November 5, 2024, election. This timely session, scheduled for Thursday, November 14, will offer critical insights for business leaders, legal professionals, and corporate decision-makers navigating the evolving regulatory landscape.
Partner Jessica Ring Amunson to Speak at Broadband Breakfast Event
Jessica Ring Amunson, Co-Chair of the Appellate and Supreme Court Practice, will be participating in the Broadband Breakfast Live Online event on October 16 at 12 pm ET.