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Congratulations to our client, Deckers Brands, on being ranked #39 on Forbes' 2025 list of America's Best Companies! This well-deserved recognition reflects the hard work, innovation, and shared passion of the talented team behind their iconic brands.?At Stradling, we are proud to support companies like Deckers that are committed to excellence and positively impacting their industries and communities.

Partners Jason Anderson and Jeremy Suiter have authored a recent blog post on California Business Divorce titled, "The Power of LLC Members to Ratify Past Actions Despite Defective Meeting Notices." The post discusses a recent California Court of Appeal decision confirming that LLC members can correct governance errors, such as defective meeting notices, through ratification. It also underscores the importance of proper procedures to avoid costly disputes. Read the full blog post here: https://lnkd.in/gBvCzuh3

Stradling successfully defended a software developer and its CEO/Founder in a recent San Bernardino Superior Court trial. The plaintiff alleged misrepresentation and breach of fiduciary duties, but the jury found that the claims were filed too late under the statute of limitations. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gKw2QZxR

Stradling, in partnership with Benesch Law, represented OMNIVISION in its recent patent litigation win against VisionX Technologies, LLC. The U.S. District Court for the Central District of California issued a final judgment of non-infringement on all three patents asserted by VisionX. Congratulations to Salil Bali of Stradling, along with Dave Bluestone, Samuel J. Ruggio, and Charles McMahon of Benesch Law for their pivotal role in helping OMNIVISION achieve this successful outcome. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dArGE9rJ

Stradling Partner Shawn Collins recently appeared on Scripps News to discuss the growing E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's. Shawn broke down the complexities of liability in cases involving the supply chain, as investigators look into potential contamination sourced by McDonald's supplier, Taylor Farms. Shawn highlighted that while proving negligence is key, litigation may reveal shared liability across multiple parties, including growers and processors. Notably, he mentioned the potential for significant financial consequences, as the damages could reach hundreds of millions due to the seriousness of the illnesses involved. Watch the full interview below.

Stradling congratulates Partner Daniel Lorenzen on his election as a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC). This prestigious honor highlights his expertise and accomplishments in the field of trust and estate law. Congratulations to Daniel on this well-deserved recognition! Learn more about Daniel and his practice here: https://lnkd.in/dZEYUgvH

Stradling congratulates Kathleen Marcus on being selected as a member of the "Enforcement Elite" for 2024 by Securities Docket. This prestigious list recognizes the top securities enforcement defense counsel in the industry. Kathleen’s dedication, expertise, and strategic insight have positioned her as a trusted advisor in SEC enforcement matters. Her recognition as one of the best in the field is a testament to her unwavering commitment to her clients and her impressive track record in navigating complex regulatory challenges.

Stradling is pleased to welcome Lindsay Bowden to the firm’s Employment Law practice group in the Santa Barbara office. Learn more about Lindsay: https://lnkd.in/gNd9cyay

Happy Veterans Day to all those who have served and continue to serve. A special thank you to our Stradling veterans: Peter Baran, Staff Sergeant, United States Air Force Kerrigan Bennett, Lieutenant, United States Navy Thomas P. Clark, Jr., Captain, United States Marine Corps Shawn Collins, JAG Officer, United States Navy Quintin Highsmith, Sergeant, United States Marine Corps

Stradling Partner Daniel Lorenzen will be speaking at the 61st Annual Hawaii Tax Institute, taking place November 3-7 in Waikiki. His session will provide insights into emerging trends in tax policy and practice, offering valuable perspectives to fellow practitioners and advisors. This conference remains an important platform for discussing the regulatory shifts shaping the field of tax law today. Learn more about Daniel: https://lnkd.in/dZEYUgvH