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Jenner & Block Secures Trial Victory for Chance the Rapper
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Recognition
Jenner & Block Named Law Firm of the Year, Earned Additional Honors Across Categories by The American Lawyer 2025 Industry Awards
Recognition
Recognition
Chicago Bar Association Names Jenner & Block Law Firm of the Year
Recognition
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“Escamilla v. Vannucci: A Chance to Clarify That Section 340.6(a) Means What It Says,” Daily Journal
In an article for the Daily Journal, Partners Michael McNamara and Alexander Smith discuss the Court of Appeal’s Decision in Escamilla v. Vannucci, which held that the one-year statute of limitations in Section 340.6 of California Code of Civil Procedure applies to malicious prosecution claims against attorneys.
Partner Alexander Smith Named “Top 40 Under 40” Lawyer by Daily Journal
For the second year in a row, the Daily Journal has named Jenner & Block Partner Alexander Smith in its annual “Top 40 Under 40” list of the top lawyers in California.
Pro Bono Client Releases National Report Card on Mental Health Services for Children
For three weeks in December, a team of 26 Jenner & Block lawyers researched the availability of and access to mental health services for children in grades K-12 in 45 different states. Client Inseparable and 16 other organizations joined to form the Hopeful Futures Campaign, which used the data to assess the accessibility of mental health services in all 50 states.
Recognitions
Chambers USA 2026 Highlights Jenner & Block's Strength Across California
Chambers USA 2026 guide once again recognized Jenner & Block as a leader in the California legal market, highlighting the firm’s excellence across its general commercial, white collar, media and entertainment, and intellectual property practices, with 13 lawyers earning individual recognition.
Los Angeles Partners Kate Spelman and Alex Smith and Associate Madeline Skitzki were highlighted in the Daily Journal as a Top Verdict of the Week for their work in securing a summary judgment in favor of client Hain Celestial Group, Inc.
Jenner & Block Earns Top Chambers USA 2025 Rankings in California
The Chambers USA 2025 guide has recognized Jenner & Block’s excellence in its California practice rankings. Chambers now has repeatedly ranked Jenner for its general commercial, white collar, media and entertainment, and intellectual property practices. Chambers also recognized seven California partners in its band of rankings and four California partners as “up and coming” in its rankings.
Publications
“Multi-State Pressure Outpaces FDA in Hair Relaxer Formaldehyde Fight,” Daily Journal
In an article for the Daily Journal, Partner Alex Smith discussed the complex litigation efforts between the FDA and states regarding the use of a formaldehyde-based hair relaxer.
Ninth Circuit Considers Personal Jurisdiction Over Online Businesses
In the age of e-commerce, many consumer class actions involve goods and services purchased online. Those online purchases have created legal challenges for determining when an online sale may subject a party to personal jurisdiction.
“Why Class Cert Is Unlikely in Cases Like Mattel ‘Wicked’ Suit,” Law360
In an article featured in Law360, Partner Alex Smith discusses the recently proposed class action, Holly Ricketson v. Mattel Inc. in the US District Court for the Central District of California and how it highlights the uphill battle plaintiffs face in certifying a class in such cases. The matter involves mislabeled children's dolls featuring characters from the movie Wicked.