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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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Jenner & Block served as lead counsel to Chapter 11 Trustee, Claudia Z. Springer, Principal of Novo Advisors (Novo), in the bankruptcy cases of Epic! Creations, Inc., Neuron Fuel, Inc., and Tangible Play, Inc. Working closely with Novo as the Trustee’s financial advisor, Jenner as main counsel, and a number of other teams, Springer led the Novo team to restore employee confidence, fill gaps in the management team, and ultimately successfully sell the business for more than $97 million in just ov
October 16, 2024 – NEW YORK/CHICAGO – Jenner & Block is pleased to announce that prominent restructuring lawyers Doug Spelfogel and Derek Wright have joined the firm as Partners in the New York and Chicago offices, respectively. Doug and Derek bring a wealth of experience in complex restructuring and bankruptcy litigation, further strengthening the firm’s renowned Bankruptcy and Restructuring Practice.
Immigrants’ rights groups, in partnership with Jenner & Block, today sued the Biden Administration over a new proclamation that severely restricts asylum and puts thousands of lives at risk.
Recognitions
Jenner & Block Receives Corporate Civic Leadership Award from Leadership Greater Chicago
Jenner & Block was honored with the 2026 Corporate Civic Leadership Award at Leadership Greater Chicago's annual Celebrate Leaders event on April 15, 2026. The award recognizes organizations that demonstrate and support the value of civic leadership through service and impact in the Greater Chicago region.
Law360 Names Seven Jenner & Block Lawyers to 2026 Editorial Boards
Law360 has selected seven Jenner & Block partners to serve on the publication’s 2026 editorial advisory boards. As board members, they will provide feedback on Law360's coverage across practice areas and offer insights to help guide future content direction. Board members also serve as a resource for Law360 reporters seeking expert analysis and commentary.
Lawdragon has recognized eight Jenner & Block partners on their 2026 list of the 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers. The list includes advisors who meet the needs and expectations of their clients across the full spectrum of financial complexity, from intricate restructurings and special situation transactions to fraud recovery and mass tort defense.
Publications
COVID-19: "Managing Financial Disruption"
COVID-19 presents an unprecedented global public health challenge that is placing significant stress on economic activity and financial markets. Widespread mitigation efforts including social distancing and travel restrictions are most directly affecting businesses such as airlines and manufacturers reliant on an international supply chain. However, at this point it is not possible to accurately predict COVID-19’s second and third order effects.
Events
Pulse of Partnerships: An Evening with Chicago Alumni and Clients
Jenner & Block welcomed Chicago-area alumni and clients back to 353 N. Clark Street on July 29 for an evening of reconnecting, celebrating, and looking ahead together.
Partner Melissa Root to Moderate Panel at American Bankruptcy Institute Annual Spring Meeting
Co-Chair of Jenner & Block's Bankruptcy and Restructuring Practice Melissa Root will moderate a panel at the American Bankruptcy Institute’s 2025 Annual Spring Meeting on April 25. The event will be held at the Marriott Marquis in Washington DC.
Join us for the return of The Realty Rendezvous! On November 19th, we will gather leaders in the real estate and hospitality industry to discuss trends and hot topics impacting our clients, including the potential impact of the 2024 election. If you are able to join in person, we hope you will stay for a networking reception following the programming.