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Read the latest Jones Walker Privacy, Data Security, and AI Client Alert by co-leader Jason M. Loring, FIP, CIPP/US, CIPM and partner Graham Ryan regarding a recent case in Texas involving deceptive claims made about the accuracy of #AI and similar warnings from the FTC. https://lnkd.in/gAx2seBn

For the most recent information regarding the status of our Tallahassee and Atlanta offices due to Helene, please visit the link below. https://bit.ly/47Nr791

Antonella Montagna is the Director of Pricing and Legal Project Management in the firm's New Orleans office. She shared how she thinks Hispanic Heritage Month helps promote cultural understanding and inclusivity. "It highlights what makes our culture special and reminds us of how vibrant a multicultural society truly is," she said. To learn more about Jones Walker's Latin America team, click the link below. https://bit.ly/3eJHx7d #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth #JonesWalkerDiversity

The results of the November 2024 election, at both the state and federal levels, could alter the way businesses in the energy and renewables sectors plan and operate. Jones Walker’s Environmental Litigation Team is thrilled to announce a client alert series “?????????????????????????? ???????????? ???? ?????? ???????? ???????????? ??????,” which will provide insight into the ways key policies and legislation related to the environmental industry may impact businesses in 2025 and beyond. We look forward to sharing this timely series with you and invite you to sign up for our Energy, Environmental & Natural Resources client alerts using the link below. https://direc.to/miLj

Richard Cortizas is a partner in the Corporate Practice Group in the firm's New Orleans office and serves as the Chief Diversity Officer. He shared how he celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with his community and family. "By reflecting on the tremendous impact Hispanic and Latino Americans have had on our country and community," he said. To learn more about Richard and the rest of Jones Walker's Latin America team, click the link below. https://bit.ly/3eJHx7d #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth #JonesWalkerDiversity

Jones Walker is pleased to welcome three new partners, John Werner, Chip Saulsbury, and Tyler Marquette, and four new associates, Meghan Dupre Montgomery, Tyler Andrews, Anne Boudreaux McAloon, and Michael Stewart, as members of the Corporate Practice Group in the New Orleans office. “The addition of three highly regarded partners and four exceptional associates underscores our commitment to providing topflight legal services," said Bill Hines, managing partner. "Their tremendous client list and esteemed reputation align perfectly with our mission to deliver excellence to our clients. Our corporate team’s capabilities are now unmatched in the region. We look forward to the valuable contributions they will undoubtedly bring to our firm.” Read more about these attorneys and Jones Walker's expanding Corporate Practice Group in the press release below. https://lnkd.in/ge5nR734

Join Maritime Practice Group partners Scott Jenkins and Grady Hurley at the Houston Marine & Energy Insurance Conference on Tuesday, September 24. Scott will moderate the "Jones Act Update for Offshore Wind Operations" panel and Grady will present on "Energy Generation and Generational Gaps." Jones Walker is also proud to sponsor the conference. Learn more and register below. https://lnkd.in/dwePRZrP

Read the latest Jones Walker Privacy, Data Security, and AI Client Alert by team leaders Andrew R. Lee and Jason M. Loring, FIP, CIPP/US, CIPM regarding California's pending legislation intended to regulate the safety of #AI usage. https://bit.ly/3ZtkSFa

Jessica Allain, a partner in the Litigation Practice Group in the Lafayette office, authored the ConsensusDocs article "The Final Frontier Opens Up New Business Opportunities for Private Contractors" published on August 19. In the article, Jessica discusses the US Department of Defense's new Commercial Space Integration Strategy, highlighting the timing, risks, and essential preparations that construction contractors should understand and consider when pursuing DOD projects. Read the full article below. https://bit.ly/47tDM0M

Jones Walker is proud to sponsor the Texas Employment Law Summit this week in Houston. Join Joseph Lavigne as he participates in the "Trade Secrets and Non-Competes: A New Era Post-FTC Ban" panel, followed by a roundtable with Joe and Jacob Pritt titled "Prosecuting Trade Secret Theft and Related Claims Against Departing Employees – Real Scenarios." Register for the event below.