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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
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Chicago Bar Association Names Jenner & Block Law Firm of the Year
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Jenner & Block Announces 2026 Partner and Special Counsel Promotions
Jenner & Block announced the elevation of 10 lawyers to the partnership and advancement of five lawyers to special counsel, effective January 1, 2026.
Jenner & Block Secures Discovery Authorization in Major Korean Corporate Dispute
Jenner & Block successfully defended a Section 1782 discovery authorization in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York, defeating a comprehensive motion to quash on behalf of respondents in one of Korea's largest corporate disputes.
Jenner & Block Builds on Strength of Antitrust Practice with Return of Shaun Van Horn
Jenner & Block is pleased to announce that Shaun Van Horn, a seasoned litigator with extensive experience in intellectual property, antitrust, and complex commercial disputes, has returned to Jenner & Block as a Partner in its Chicago office. Shaun rejoins Jenner’s nationally recognized Business Litigation and Antitrust and Competition Law Practices, bringing with him a proven track record in antitrust, patent, and commercial litigation.
Recognitions
Jenner & Block’s New York Office Earns Top Honors in Chambers USA 2026 for Commercial Litigation, White-Collar Litigation, Media & Entertainment, and Intellectual Property
2026 Chambers USA Recognizes 40 Practice Areas, 86 Lawyers from Jenner & Block
The Chambers USA 2026 guide has recognized Jenner & Block as a leading firm in 40 practice areas, with practice rankings in 17 national and 23 state categories, and 86 lawyers individually recommended across practice areas at the national and state level. Ranked firms and individuals demonstrate qualities most valued by clients, including technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, and commitment.
Of Counsel Daniel Murray Honored with CBA Vanguard Award
Of Counsel Daniel Murray has been named a 2026 Vanguard Award honoree by the Chicago Bar Association (CBA). Dan was nominated by the Catholic Lawyers Guild of Chicago for the award, which is presented annually by the CBA to honor lawyers, jurists, and institutions who promote strength, professionalism, and diversity across the Chicagoland legal community.
Publications
Partner Joseph Torres has been selected for Negocios Now's Who's Who in Hispanic Business special edition as one of 50 Powerful Latino Lawyers. Joseph will be recognized at Negocios Now's Gala event on July 23, 2026.
Jenner & Block Releases 2026 Edition of the Illinois Civil Practice Guide
Illinois civil litigation demands precision. From the first filing to the final appeal, practitioners must navigate a complex and ever-changing web of case law, rules, deadlines, and procedures.
Yesterday, the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, sitting en banc, heard nearly two hours of oral argument in V.O.S. Selections, Inc. v. Trump. Argument focused on whether the president has the authority to issue tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The Court appeared split on whether the president’s emergency declarations1authorize global reciprocal tariffs under the IEEPA and principles of constitutional law, with a majority of the judges expressing
Podcasts
“The Art of Supreme Court Advocacy with Carter Phillips,” Trial Tested
Carter Phillips, one of the most prolific US Supreme Court advocates of our time, joined Jenner & Block Partner and Trial Tested host, Terri Mascherin to share insights about arguing before the nation’s highest court. With 90 cases argued, Phillips discusses the impact of oral arguments versus briefs on case outcomes, the art of anticipating questions, and shifts in courtroom dynamics over the past four decades. Phillips also emphasizes the importance of rigorous writing and practical experience
In early 2023, the world was dazzled, amazed — and perhaps a bit terrified — by the introduction of ChatGPT, a new generative artificial intelligence tool. It shook, for many, the understanding of what technology is capable of. In a recent episode of the Trial Tested podcast, Partner Terri Mascherin and Professor Maura R. Grossman discuss generative artificial intelligence and its impact on trial law.
Client Alerts
The Non-Compete Competition: Washington State’s New Broad Ban on Non-Competes
Last month, Washington state passed Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1155 (SB 1155), legislation that bans virtually all non-compete agreements and significantly narrows the scope of permissible non-solicitation agreements in the state. The new law takes effect on June 30, 2027, and applies retroactively to all existing non-compete agreements, rendering them void and unenforceable regardless of when they were entered into. Employers are required to make reasonable efforts to provide written notic
Navigating the Hazards of US Litigation: Lessons from Recent Decisions Involving Korean Companies
Notwithstanding recent political turmoil, Korean companies have been expanding into the United States at a fast clip, continuing a trend of investment beneficial to businesses in both countries.1As Korean brands increasingly become players in the US market, however, these companies also face new risks of litigation in US courtrooms. Three recent cases involving Korean companies highlight the types of legal issues that might arise when doing business in the United States and offer valuable lesson
The SEC recently announced the creation of a Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit (CETU) that will focus on fraudulent conduct in cybersecurity, digital assets, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. For public companies, the announcement indicates that the new unit will focus on combatting fraud and other “cyber-related misconduct,” including “public issuer fraudulent disclosure relating to cybersecurity.”
Events
Micro- and Nanoplastics: Essential Updates for Counsel and Compliance Teams
Partner Damian Williams to Speak at Securities Enforcement Forum New York 2026
Partner Damian Williams, who served as the US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, will be speaking at the Securities Enforcement Forum New York 2026 on February 5, 2026, in New York, NY. The conference will also be available for attendees to view live online.
Jenner & Block’s London Office Hosts a Business Climate Economy Roundtable Discussion
We were proud to host a Business Climate Economy Roundtable discussion on sustainability and opportunities for growth between Chicago and London, in partnership with the Mayor of Chicago, Brandon Johnson, and World Business Chicago, at our London office on Friday 11 October.