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#TeamMN was thrilled to attend the 2024 National Asian Pacific American Bar Association Convention in Seattle. The NAPABA Convention is an annual gathering of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) attorneys, judges, law professors, and law students, bringing meaningful insights, networking opportunities, and perspective to the legal community. The Convention provides direct access to the extended community and provides an opportunity to meaningfully connect with the NAPABA community through participation in various programs, meetings, receptions, and initiatives aimed at advancing personal and professional goals. ? You can learn more about NAPABA here: https://www.napaba.org/ ? #NAPABA24

Miller Nash was a proud sponsor of last week’s 35th Annual SEATTLE FISHERMEN'S MEMORIAL Dinner & Auction, an event that promotes safety in fishing fleets and eases the burdens of the families and friends of fishermen/women lost at sea. Jess Webster, Don Scaramastra, and Fabio Dworschak represented the firm at this well-attended event.?

Miller Nash partners Brian Esler and Bob Cumbow presented First Amendment Issues at last week’s Inns of Court Program, Issues at the Intersection of Intellectual Property and Political Campaigns. Their presentation discussed important considerations and shared key case law updates that address first amendment rights in political campaigns. Way to go, Brian and Bob!

In the second installment of our K-12 Special Education Series, Mike Porter and Melissa Lehane Rawlinson offer a checklist of considerations to help school districts remain intentional and focused on the student when responding to a due process complaint. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gGFZYSbW #specialeducation

Ryan Hall authored an article titled “Insurance Costs in Post-Moody World: Wille Oregon Policyholders See an Increase in Policy Premiums?,” that was featured in the Autumn issue of Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association Magazine.?The article discusses new developments in Oregon insurance law, including an explanation of the Moody decision and Moody’s?direct impact on Oregon's rising insurance costs. To read Ryan's full article click here: https://lnkd.in/gsFWNep7

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 2024 Employment Law Seminar today! Our employment law & labor relations team had a great time connecting with all of the attendees. We enjoyed presenting timely and informative sessions filled with best practices and practical advice for employers throughout the Pacific Northwest. See you next year! #Employmentlaw #legalupdates

Our 2024 Employment Law Seminar is underway! If you’d like to tune in, the ?? to register for the virtual seminar is in the comments. #Employmentlaw

Miller Nash is proud to support the Associates Campaign and the Campaign For Equal Justice (CEJ). CEJ ensures that equal access to justice is not just a privilege but a right for all. As a law firm committed to the communities in which we live and work, Miller Nash joined other Seattle-area law firms to raise over $400,000 to help with common civil legal needs, including family safety, healthcare, and housing and employment. ? #CEJ #LegalAid #JusticeForAll

The SEC fined four companies—Unisys, Avaya, Check Point, and Mimecast—nearly $7 million for failing to fully disclose the impact of the 2019-2020 SolarWinds cyberattack. The SEC’s allegations highlight the importance of transparency in cybersecurity risk reporting. With stricter SEC rules now in effect, companies must disclose major breaches within four days and update investors on cybersecurity risks annually. Read the full analysis by Eva Novick, FIP, CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM and Danielle Riege to understand the broader implications of these findings and what companies can do to better navigate the shifting cybersecurity landscape here: https://lnkd.in/gZZuqPEe ? #Cybersecurity #SEC #CorporateTransparency #SolarWinds #InvestorProtection #CorporateGovernance

Miller Nash was pleased to join Seattle University School of Law this week to honor the veterans in our community. On Monday, the Military & Veterans Law Society held a dinner welcoming veterans and current law students to celebrate their commitment and foster connections within the community.?Fabio Dworschak and Drew Duggan attended this event and Miller Nash was a proud sponsor. On Thursday, Fabio Dworschak was a keynote speaker at a special ceremony at Seattle University School of Law. Fabio served as an Army medic during deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq, earning the Combat Medic Badge in Iraq, and he was presented with a plaque to honor his sacrifice. Miller Nash invites you to join us in thanking those who have served and their families for their dedication and sacrifice—both past and present.