Thompson Coburn LLP

We're pleased to announce that partner Lorrie Hargrove has joined the firm's Higher Education practice in Birmingham, bringing more than 30 years of broad nationwide litigation experience. Hargrove has cultivated a diverse, national litigation practice, ranging from class action defense to civil #RICO cases to appeals at the state and federal levels. “Adding Lorrie and her nationally respected litigation experience to the team in Birmingham is a notable step forward in our continued growth,” said Tres Cleveland, co-chair of Thompson Coburn’s Higher Education practice. “She is expanding our capabilities to advise clients in this complex industry and will be a great fit with our team.” Welcome, Lorrie! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gFUZWD6q #highered #highereducation

Dallas associate Jerica Steward, J.D. participated in the U.S. Bank Spotlight on Talent program this year. This effort provides growth and development opportunities. The program is essential for associates because networking, professional development, and leadership development is most critical at the start of their career. To close out the program experience, a full-day, in-person event was held in Minneapolis and capped off with a Timberwolves/Mavericks game. Pictured: Associates with Jim Chosy, Senior Executive VP, General Counsel, and Jodi Richard, Vice Chair and Chief Risk Officer, Risk Management & Compliance, U.S. Bank.

Thanks to the fantastic group who joined us for our reception at SFNet’s 80th Annual Convention in Houston! It was great to catch up with connections in secured finance from across the country. #SFNet80Annual

For the third consecutive year, Ryan Russell Kemper and Paul Sonderegger have been named to the Missouri Lawyers Weekly Power List for Environmental Law! The 2024 list highlights practitioners from across the state. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gEMkcb8q

TC is proud to have sponsored the J. L. Turner Legal Association Foundation (JLTLAF ) 2024 Scholarship Gala in support of the next generation of diverse lawyers. The event, themed “The Met Gala: A Night Amongst Our Stars,” was attended by some of Dallas’ best and brightest lawyers, including Jasmine Wynton, who accepted a sponsorship plaque on behalf of the firm. Jasmine has been a longtime supporter of the J.L. Turner Legal Association and is a past director of its board. Since 1996, JLTLAF has awarded scholarships to minority law students who are from the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area or are attending law school there. Funds raised from the annual gala are used to fund the scholarships. The evening was a night to remember with red carpet looks and a fantastic crowd of supporters for this important cause. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gS_xdZDR #professionaldevelopment #professionalgrowth

Jasmine Wynton and Jerica Steward, J.D. were panelists for a Black Law Students Association (BLSA) general body meeting at University of North Texas Dallas College of Law, where they spoke with students about career development, diversity and inclusion, work-life balance, and the experience of navigating firm life as an attorney. #lawschool #younglawyers

TC associate Matthew Nevola recently published an article in the American Bar Association’s Litigation Section on hearsay admissibility, the role of cross-examination, and the importance of trial preparation. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g2WA9hJD #litigation #law #trialprep

A new article by TC's Jennifer Post and Steve Schwartz focuses on the hot topic of #PIK interest in private credit. Read their analysis on what lenders, borrowers and equity investors should know about Paid-In-Kind (PIK) interest: https://lnkd.in/erbbNBCy #paidinkind #finance

TC Chair Chris Hohn was recently featured by JW Michaels & Co. regarding his outlook on growth and leadership. The in-depth Q&A takes a look at the firm's priorities and plans for expansion. Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/ekB2ZDey #lawfirmgrowth #lawfirm #businessdevelopment

TC partners Justin Newman, Gary Plotnick, and Jeffrey Merar attended an exclusive real estate networking event, Unobtainium 2024, hosted by the Lincoln Park Builders of Chicago, where they had the opportunity to mingle with club members and other premier sponsors. The event is part of the organization’s larger Real Estate Forum, of which TC is a proud sponsor. The forum is attended by hundreds of the most influential Chicago real estate professionals each year to discuss the market and source new business opportunities. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gwDR7s3q Pictured L to R: Sam Goldman with Gary Plotnick, and Justin Newman with TC clients Grace Hennelly (Wintrust – Northbrook Bank) and Daniel Sobelman (CRE Bridge Capital). #realestate #chicagorealestate #chicago