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Shook Partner Dan Schwaller recently moderated a panel hosted by the Kansas City Area Development Council Economic Development Alliance. “Master Confidential Project Management" provided attendees with an overview and history of Sunshine and Open Records Laws and how they relate to the Freedom of Information Act, comparing Kansas and Missouri's respective Sunshine Law and its requirements, and some practical daily tactics to protect clients and community confidentiality. Read more about Dan: https://lnkd.in/dkQgSWNk

Shook Partner Eric Hobbs has been named a 2025 Colorado Super Lawyer, marking Eric's eighth year receiving Super Lawyers recognition. Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes the top lawyers in each state through a patented selection process involving peer nomination, independent research and peer evaluation, with only the top 5% included in the Super Lawyers list. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gnGd5gtM

Shook National Employment Litigation & Policy Practice Chair Bill Martucci spoke to Missouri Lawyers Media regarding Missouri’s Proposition A ballot measure and its legal challenges before the Supreme Court of Missouri. In “Proposition A Faces Legal Challenges, Leaving Employers and Employees on Unsteady Ground,” Bill is quoted extensively on the upcoming compliance challenges presented by Proposition A, as the statute requires employers to provide one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours that an employee works. Martucci also noted national employment trends and how this Missouri law fits within that overall framework. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gTgQVQnB Missouri Lawyers Weekly article (subscription required): https://lnkd.in/gCUhD9YK

Shook Partner Lindsey Heinz focuses her practice on complex product liability litigation as well as regulatory counseling for consumer product companies. Lindsey believes the best way to protect her clients’ business interests is to employ both offensive and defensive strategies. She says, “Excellent client service means immersing yourself not only in the potential legal issues that may affect your clients, but in the day-to-day issues that impact your clients’ businesses. No matter the issue, if we need to defend our clients, we’re ready.” Learn more about Lindsey: https://lnkd.in/gBa246pB ? **** #ShookWHM #WomensHistoryMonth?

Shook Partner Jeremy Wikler presents “Evolving Jurisprudence: Key Court Rulings Shaping the Use of E-Discovery Technology” at ALM’s Legalweek on Monday, March 24. Jeremy joins a panel of speakers to explore the significant impact of recent court rulings on the technological tools used in eDiscovery. The session will highlight how courts are interpreting these advancements, setting the stage for new standards in eDiscovery. Learn more about the event: https://lnkd.in/dDbaJqes ? Learn more about Jeremy: https://lnkd.in/gZSS5Rny ? **** #Legalweek25

Shook Partner Veronica Gromada presents “Unmasking Fraud: Leveraging Legal Tech to Detect and Prevent Class Action Abuse” at ALM’s Legalweek on Thursday, March 27. Veronica joins a panel of speakers to explore how cutting-edge legal technology can help detect fraudulent claims, streamline case analysis and prevent class action manipulation.? ? Learn more about the event: https://lnkd.in/dDbaJqes Learn more about Veronica: https://lnkd.in/gbS86q2r **** #Legalweek25

Shook Partner Sarah Baltzell represents her clients at both the trial and appellate levels and counsels clients on litigation avoidance strategies. “A good lawyer does more than litigate. I strive to be a creative and constant advocate for my clients’ unique needs and to realize a tailored, cost-effective legal representation experience both in and out of the courtroom.” Learn more about Sarah: https://lnkd.in/gjuyZTH3 ? **** #ShookWHM #WomensHistoryMonth

Shook Partners James Muehlberger, Veronica Gromada, Patrick Oot and Tom Sheehan will host “Junk Science, Not Junk Food: Crafting a Blueprint to Tackle the Rise of Novel Food Addiction Litigation” on Thursday, March 20. This webinar examines a new wave of litigation food manufacturers face focused on "food addiction."?The presenters will discuss how to effectively assess the legal viability of these claims, the challenges faced by food manufacturers and how key mass tort legal strategies can be employed in defending against ultra-processed food claims. Limited seats available. Apply for a seat: https://lnkd.in/dRhKhWHT?

Shook’s latest series, Legal Art Seen: Perspectives on Art and Law, examines objects through the lens of a regulatory attorney and an art law attorney. Senior Counsel Channah Norman is co-chair of the firm’s Art Law Practice and advises clients on issues relating to art and cultural property law. Senior Counsel John Johnson III Johnson works with companies to navigate regulations affecting food, dietary supplements, medical devices and more. Discover the many ways an amphora can be interpreted by Shook attorneys in the first episode of Legal Art Seen. Learn more about John: https://lnkd.in/d6N9eyH Learn more about Channah: https://lnkd.in/gfpAfEFG **** #ArtLaw?#RegulatoryLaw

Shook has welcomed new professional staff to the firm! We're excited that the following have joined Shook: Cory Hogan, Project Manager - IT Jocelyn H., Office Coordinator Tina Logan, Compensation & Benefits Analyst Reginald Neely, Project Manager - IT View open professional staff positions at Shook: https://lnkd.in/geUqxHgp