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During a dedication ceremony at the City of Hope Irell & Manella Graduate School of Biological Sciences, we were able to see how City of Hope has turned a pivotal jury verdict and settlement of other disputes into decades of life-saving innovation.?Irell is honored to have played a small role in supporting City of Hope’s incredible mission.? ? The City of Hope National Medical Center is one of the nation’s top five hospitals for cancer care, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Congratulations to Lisa Glasser and Jason Sheasby who were named Litigators of the Year by The American Lawyer.

Irell & Manella was proud to host the 28th annual Sonenshine Pro Bono Opportunities Reception. This special networking event aims to bridge the gap between Orange County’s legal community and the incredible pro bono institutions and community organizations that make such a difference in our region. Breast Cancer Solutions Court Appointed Special Advocates of Orange County (CASA OC) Christian Legal Aid Office (CLAO) Community Legal Aid SoCal Constitutional Rights Foundation of Orange County Elder Law and Disability Rights Center Emmy’s Place Families Forward Feeding America Orange County Human Options, Inc. Irvine Valley College Paralegal Studies Laura's House Miracle Babies Orangewood Children's Foundation & Orangewood Children's Home Planned Parenthood of OC and San Bernardino Counties Project Cuddle Project Hope Alliance Project Tomorrow Public Law Center Serve the People South Coast Repertory Theater SPIN (Serving People In Need) The Raise Foundation Veterans Legal Institute WISEPlace Working Wardrobes

For securing three trial wins in just over five weeks this spring, Law360 named Jason Sheasby and Lisa Glasser Trial MVPs. Law360's MVPs are attorneys who have distinguished themselves from their peers over the past year through high-stakes litigation, record-breaking deals and complex global matters.?

We had a fantastic time at University of California, Irvine School of Law. Students asked insightful questions of our Newport Beach managing partner Kyle Kawakami and one of our newest #Irellatives Emily Risdon, sparking engaging discussions about their journeys and what it's like working at Irell. Excited to see such bright talent exploring their legal careers!?

Congratulations to Rebecca Carson and Jason Sheasby for being recognized on the 2024 California Legal Awards by The Recorder. Rebecca is a winner for Women Leaders in Tech Law (IP) and Jason is a finalist for IP Lawyer of the Year.?

Collectively, these individuals have been sharing their time, ideas and talent with Irell for 165 years. What a pleasure to celebrate Don Bogtong, John R. Ernst, III, Julie Gordon, Tom Hellmann, Michael Hovance, Mariandrea Mueller and Jaleh Sanatpour’s years of dedication to the firm as we recognize their milestone work anniversaries. #Irellatives

Thanks to Greater Los Angeles Scouting for hosting Morgan Chu to discuss the future of artificial intelligence at the Business Leaders’ Breakfast.?

Congratulations to Stephen Payne, who was featured by the Daily Journal Corporation as one of the Top 40 California lawyers under 40 years old. https://lnkd.in/gKUw25e6

"I continue to believe that the meaning of our lives will be measured in no small part by the value we place in the lives of others. Take a stand. Get involved.” Partner Emeritus Michael Ermer shared a very inspiring speech about “how love can be taught, just as hate must be fought” as he received the 2024 Marcus Kaufman Jurisprudence Award on Thursday, September 19, alongside fellow honorees Judge Kirk Nakamura (Ret.)?and Nicole Whyte. Thanks to Kyle Kawakami, Jane Shay Wald, Judge Christina Byrd (Ret.), Andra B. Greene, John Fossum, Kevin Johnson, and Kevin Pritchett for coming to support.