Sherman & Howard L.L.C. (now Taft)

Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP has completed its merger with Denver’s oldest and third-largest law firm, Sherman & Howard L.L.C. With this expansion, Taft now has more than 1,000 attorneys, spanning from the Mountain West region to Washington, D.C. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gcv62NWb #AModernLawFirmShapingTheFuture?#ShermanHoward?#Taft?#MountainWest

Taft/Sherman & Howard associate Blair Carral Carter, who served with distinction as a nuclear engineer in the U.S. Navy, testified on behalf of Colorado House Bill 25-1040, “Adding Nuclear Energy as a Clean Energy Resource,” at the Colorado State Capitol. Blair showcased her knowledge and skills before the state’s Senate Transportation & Energy Committee, and the committee passed the bill in a 6-3 vote. Congratulations, Blair! Read more here: https://bit.ly/4bIccim Effective Jan. 1, 2025, Sherman & Howard combined with Taft! Stay up to date with our latest news by following the Taft LinkedIn page here: https://bit.ly/3D5exqY

The IRS recently ruled that two series of bonds issued by the University of Rhode Island and the Rhode Island Health and Educational Building Corporation in 2018 are considered taxable hedge bonds. Taft/Sherman & Howard partner Will Vietti breaks down the decision and its impact on issuers here: https://bit.ly/3DyW4TH Effective Jan. 1, 2025, Sherman & Howard combined with Taft! Stay up to date with all of our latest news by following the Taft LinkedIn page here: https://bit.ly/3D5exqY

Our Mountain West Public Finance group earned top honors in The Bond Buyer rankings for 2024! The firm was ranked first in three states for various areas of municipal bond sales, 19th nationally for disclosure counsel, and more. Congratulations to our public finance team for this fantastic achievement! Read the full press release here: https://bit.ly/4kJALiU Effective Jan. 1, 2025, Sherman & Howard combined with Taft! Stay up to date with all of our latest news by following the Taft LinkedIn page here: https://bit.ly/3D5exqY

Thank you to those who attended our Technology and AI Quarterly briefing! Participants heard from Taft partners Jackie Benson, Scot Ganow, CIPP/US, Zachary Heck, AIGP, CIPP, CIPM, and Bill Wagner, who discussed data privacy and protection, cyber insurance, and AI regulations. To stay informed about legal news and Taft’s upcoming events, subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/g-TM5MXN Effective Jan. 1, 2025, Sherman & Howard combined with Taft! Stay up to date with our latest news and events by following the Taft LinkedIn page here: https://bit.ly/3D5exqY

We partnered with ACC Colorado - Association of Corporate Counsel to host an insightful panel discussion on navigating government policy as in-house counsel. Thank you to Taft’s Taylor Hill John for moderating the session, which featured Taft attorneys Shawn Cheadle and Terrance Carroll and Rogue Space Systems’ Daniel Porras. Together, they explored strategies for staying informed, influencing, and supporting government policymaking and wrapped up the event with a wine tasting featuring selections from Vinera Wine. Effective Jan. 1, 2025, Sherman & Howard combined with Taft! Stay up to date with our latest news by following the Taft LinkedIn page here: https://bit.ly/3D5exqY #TheModernLawFirm #TeamTaft

Congratulations Taft/Sherman & Howard partner Lyle A. Wallace for being selected by The Burton Awards as a Law360 Distinguished Legal Writing Awards winner.?He receives this honor in recognition of his exceptional writing in the article “The Election is Coming: How will the 2024 Presidential Election Affect the M&A Market,” published in June 2024. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3F1xbQU Stay up to date with all of our latest news by following the Taft LinkedIn page here: https://bit.ly/3D5exqY

Thank you to everyone who attended the Taft/Sherman & Howard annual Construction Law Seminar at the Denver Botanic Gardens! Our #TeamTaft attorneys shared key insights with contractors, developers, government officials, engineers, and architects on updates affecting the industry. It was a fantastic opportunity to collaborate, learn, and discuss the evolving landscape of construction law and learn more about the merger of Sherman & Howard’s and Taft’s Construction groups and the benefits for clients. #TheModernLawFirm #ConstructionLaw

Don't miss our Technology and Artificial Intelligence Briefing on navigating the constantly shifting technology landscape! Join Jackie Benson, Scot Ganow, CIPP/US, Zachary Heck, AIGP, CIPP, CIPM, and Bill Wagner as they discuss data privacy and protection, cyber insurance, and AI regulations on March 11! Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/41gpy0v #TheModernLawFirm #EmergingTechnology #AI #breakfastbriefing #greatpeople #greatopportunities

As we close one chapter and begin a new one, we wish everyone a safe and happy New Year! #ALawFirmShapingTheFuture #ShermanHowardDifference #HappyNewYear #greatopportunities?