Baker Donelson - Baltimore

Innovation Works Baltimore put on an incredible event yesterday to celebrate the launch of the 2025 cohort of The Light of Baltimore Incubator! ? From gallery displays highlighting entrepreneurs throughout Baltimore's history to current cohort members sharing their own stories, every element of the evening highlighted the critical role of local entrepreneurs. We are excited to see how this group grows throughout these next 18 months!

?? Speaker Spotlight - A. Jay Nwachu - President and CEO of Innovation Works Baltimore ?? ? As we prepare to celebrate the official launch of the 2025 Cohort of The Light of Baltimore Incubator this evening, allow us to introduce you to Jay Nwachu - President and CEO of Innovation Works Baltimore! ? Jay's inviting communication style, passion for dreaming with entrepreneurs, and enjoyment of finding creative solutions to obstacles drew us in as he shared Innovation Works' mission to support local entrepreneurs who are driving positive social impact. ? Our team walked away with a fuller understanding of how Innovation Works enables social enterprises to thrive and entrepreneurs to flourish through intentionally crafted resources, such as educational offerings, connections with potential investors, and opportunities prioritizing holistic well-being. ? We are proud to partner with Innovation Works as they lead the 2025 cohort of The Light of Baltimore Incubator.

We have an exciting week ahead as we officially launch the 2025 cohort of The Light of Baltimore Incubator! ? With the support of JPMorganChase, these 25 social enterprises will have access to Innovation Works Baltimore's proven model of business development, which includes business coaching and mentorship, financial and social capital opportunities, curated workshops and leadership development tools, and more! The official launch of the 2025 cohort will be celebrated at a welcome event on Thursday, March 13, in the incubator space. ? Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/eMpjtqZZ

Matthew McGee, one of our Associates, co-authored this recent publication which discusses President Trump's America First Trade Policy Memorandum, areas of trade he has directed his cabinet members and advisors to investigate, and what actions have already been taken in response. ? As the America First Trade Policy continues to take shape, our International Trade and National Security team is here to help you navigate any challenges or opportunities that arise! See the full publication for more information.

To celebrate Black History Month, we asked our team to share their favorite books by Black authors and they did not disappoint! We ended up with a list of 32 books written by authors such as Toni Morrison, Angie Thomas, Chinua Achebe, and more. ? Here’s our Top 5 - let us know what books you would add! ? 1. James by Percival Everett 2. The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride 3. Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston 4. Kindred by Octavia E. Butler 5. Homecoming by Yaa Gyasi

Don't miss this opportunity to hear one of our Shareholders, Jordan Savitz, present during a free M&A Trends of 2025 webinar this Thursday (2/27) at 12pm! ?

On February 15th, Michael Schollaert was inducted into the American College of Construction Lawyers (ACCL). Induction into this group comes by invitation only to lawyers who have demonstrated skill, experience and high standards of professional and ethical conduct in the practice, or in the teaching, of construction law, and who are dedicated to excellence in the specialized practice of construction law. ? Please join us in congratulating Michael on this well-deserved recognition!?

If the recent First Circuit decision in United States v. Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. brought a fresh wave of questions to your organization about the False Claims Act (FCA) and Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS), we're here to help! ? Alison Schurick, one of Baker Donelson's Baltimore Shareholders, co-authored a publication explaining the recent Regeneron ruling, the conflicting decisions from the Third, Sixth, and Eighth Circuits, and proactive steps you can take while these conflicts remain unresolved. ? As you navigate this evolving legal landscape, our Government Enforcement and Investigations and Health Care and Life Sciences Litigation teams are ready to assist! ? Inside this publication: - Key Takeaways - Summary of the First Circuit's ruling and how it compares to the Third, Sixth, and Eighth circuit decisions - How this decision impacts FCA cases based on AKS violations, illustrates a deepening divide between Circuits regarding FCA enforcement, and highlights the importance of assessing your company's compliance practices.

??Speaker Spotlight: David Bramble - MCB Real Estate?? We had a full house for our first speaker series event of 2025! David Bramble - Baltimore native and co-founder of MCB Real Estate – engaged our team with eloquence and humor as he shared MCB’s vision for revitalizing the Inner Harbor. Crafted from the concerns and desires of the community, this vision emphasizes the waterfront as its anchor, Baltimore's authentic character at its heart, and a commitment to being for everyone at its core. Throughout his presentation, David reminded us that we have a choice: We can choose to prioritize the ways we've always done things (such as driving to work a certain way), or we can prioritize the future of Harborplace and participate in its flourishing. His willingness to choose the latter makes him an impact player in our community and challenges us to do the same! ? To explore the plans for Harborplace yourself, visit www.ourharborplace.com.?

The Daily Record has named Baker Donelson - Baltimore Shareholders Chaitra Gowda and Michael Halaiko Esq., CIPP/E among its 2025 Leaders in Law honorees. Ms. Gowda was named a Leader in Law: Generation J.D., while Mr. Halaiko was named a Leader in Law: Leadership in Law. Through Leaders in Law, The Daily Record and the Maryland State Bar Association honor outstanding legal professionals across Maryland who are serving businesses, clients and individuals and making communities stronger. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d8B93_4v