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Husch & Eppenberger, LLC

Barbara L. Miltenberger Named Chair of The American Health Lawyers Association's Long Term Care Practice Group
Husch & Eppenberger, LLC proudly announces that our colleague, Barbara L. Miltenberger, was named Chair of the American Health Lawyers Association's Long Term Care Practice Group.

The American Health Lawyers Association (AHLA) is the nation's largest, nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) educational organization devoted to legal issues in the healthcare field, with over 10,000 members. The Long Term Care Practice Group is one of 15 practice groups sponsored by the AHLA.

Ms. Miltenberger is a Member of the Firm in Husch & Eppenberger's Health Law Practice Group. She concentrates her practice in the areas of health care and administrative law with emphasis on regulatory and fraud and abuse issues. Ms. Miltenberger has over twelve years experience as a registered nurse. She is a frequent presenter nationally and regionally on long term care issues. Ms. Miltenberger has also participated in training sessions throughout Missouri sponsored jointly by the Missouri Health Care Association and the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.

07-10-2007

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Heller Ehrman, LLP

American Lawyer Ranks Heller Ehrman No. 11 in U.S. for Firm's Pro Bono Legal Work
Heller Ehrman LLP announced that The American Lawyer has ranked the firm No. 11 in the U.S. for its pro bono work in 2006 in The American Lawyer’s annual pro bono survey, which polls pro bono data from the nation’s 200 highest-grossing law firms.

In 2006, Heller Ehrman attorneys contributed an average of 102.6 hours per lawyer to pro bono work, and 61.5 percent of all attorneys contributed 20 or more hours over the course of the year. Collectively, the firm’s attorneys devoted approximately 75,000 hours to pro bono clients and engagements.

“We are thrilled about our pro bono standing in this year’s AmLaw survey,” said Kit Pierson, Heller Ehrman’s Community Service Committee Chair. “The ranking underscores Heller Ehrman’s long-time commitment to pro bono work and recognizes the many efforts of our attorneys.”

For purposes of its survey, The American Lawyer defines pro bono work as legal services provided to those who could not otherwise afford them. The survey did not account for time spent on bar association work, on boards of not-for-profits or on non-legal work for charities. Each firm’s overall score was weighted equally between the average number of pro bono hours per lawyer and the percentage of lawyers who perform more than 20 hours of pro bono work per year.

Since Heller Ehrman's founding in 1890, the firm has been committed to providing legal services to the disadvantaged and to the communities in which the firm practices. Recently, Heller Ehrman was one of four law firms to receive The National Law Journal’s 2006 Pro Bono Award. The award was given to Heller Ehrman for its work in bringing justice to those responsible for the murder of Sister Dorothy Stang, an American nun who was brutally murdered during her fight to save the Brazilian rain forest.

07-10-2007

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Foley Hoag LLP

Foley Hoag Names New Chairs of Intellectual Property Group
Foley Hoag LLP announced that well-known patent litigator Donald R. Ware became chair of the firm's expanded Intellectual Property Group and Dana Gordon, a registered patent attorney and scientist, became deputy chair.

The reorganized and expanded IP Group combines several historically strong disciplines in the firm and brings them under one umbrella. The IP Group, comprised of over 80 professionals, includes lawyers, scientists, engineers, medical doctors and other practitioners experienced in patent prosecution, patent litigation, technology transfer, IP due diligence and strategies, copyright and trademark prosecution, and trade secret litigation.

"We know our clients want efficiency, responsiveness, and a broad knowledge of cutting-edge technology issues. They want their lawyers to be immersed in their business and industry and to understand all aspects of their intellectual property needs, " said Donald R. Ware, chair of the practice. "Our multi-disciplinary approach allows us to serve our clients in a more powerful and synergistic way."

"The breadth and depth of our IP Group allow us to help clients shape an intellectual property strategy to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace," said deputy chair Dana M. Gordon. "That capability is particularly important in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, areas in which we are deeply rooted."

Don, also a former member of the firm's Executive Committee, specializes in biomedical patent litigation including recombinant DNA, monoclonal antibodies, small molecule compounds, drug delivery, molecular diagnostics, research tool patents, and medical devices. He represents some of the world's leading biotechnology companies and academic institutions. Don has been recognized as a leading IP lawyer in Best Lawyers in America®, Chambers USA: the Client's Guide, PLC Which Lawyer? and Global Counsel 3000. He holds his undergraduate degree from Yale University and his law degree from Harvard University. For more information, click here.

Dana is a registered patent attorney, handling matters involving organic chemistry, including synthetic organic chemistry, pharmaceuticals, molecular diversity, materials science, biochemistry and molecular biology. His client list includes many of the country's leading academic and private research institutions. Dana holds a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Yale University, and his law degree from Boston College Law School. For more information, click here.

Foley Hoag has long been a presence in the IP area, having served clients in the technology and life sciences industries for decades. In 2006, the firm launched its Emerging Enterprise Center, located in the heart of New England's "Technology Corridor" to focus on the unique needs - including intellectual property - of the entrepreneurial community. The IP practice is consistently ranked among top firms by leading publications such as Chambers USA and Legal 500.

07-10-2007

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Alston & Bird LLP

Sarah Hawk Recognized for Leadership in Asian American Community
Who’s Who in Asian American Communities is recognizing the many contributions of Sarah J. Hawk, selected as one of an elite few of the Asian Americans in the Southeast. Sarah will be honored at the Who's Who in Asian American Communities Annual Gala at the Georgia Aquarium on July 21, 2007.

Sarah is being recognized for her work with the Asian community, especially the Filipino community, as well as her pro bono work with the Consul General of the Philippines in Atlanta, where she has provided immigration workshops for foreign nationals new to the United States. Sarah is a board member of the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Georgia and serves as a speaker in a Perspective Series of lectures for the Filipino community on legal issues. In 2006, she traveled on a diplomatic trip to the Philippines and met with government officials on international legal issues and continues to meet with foreign officials during their visits to Atlanta.

Sarah is an associate in the Labor & Employment and Immigration practice groups in the Atlanta office. She received her J.D. in 2000 from Georgia State University College of Law. She received her M.A.T. in 1994 in English and her B.A. in 1992 in Latin/Greek/English from Agnes Scott College. Ms. Hawk was awarded a Fulbright Scholar Grant to Italy and studied at the American Academy in Rome. She attended the University of Georgia from 1987-1989, where she was the news and features editor for The Red and Black newspaper

07-10-2007

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Davis Polk & Wardwell

Roche and Alnylam Form Major Alliance on RNAi Therapeutics
Davis Polk & Wardwell is advising Roche Holding Ltd on its alliance with Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a U.S. biotechnology firm, in which Roche obtains a non-exclusive license to Alnylam’s technology platform for developing RNAi (RNA interference) therapeutics. RNAi is a potential foundation for an entirely new class of human therapeutic products based upon a breakthrough in understanding how genes are turned on and off in cells. Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, Roche is one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups in the fields of pharmaceuticals and diagnostics.

The alliance will initially cover four therapeutic areas: oncology, respiratory diseases, metabolic diseases and certain liver diseases. Alnylam and Roche also will collaborate on RNAi drug discovery for one or more disease targets in these therapeutic areas. In addition, Roche will acquire Alnylam’s European research site located in Kulmbach, Germany (Bavaria), subject to regulatory approval. This site will become Roche’s Center of Excellence for RNAi therapeutics discovery.

Under the terms of the agreement, Roche will pay Alnylam $331 million in upfront cash payments and equity investment, including 1.975 million shares of Alnylam common stock that the Roche Venture Fund agreed to purchase at $21.50 per share, representing less than 5% of Alnylam’s outstanding common stock. Roche will also pay Alnylam milestone payments on products as they advance in development and commercialization, as well as royalties on future sales of commercial products. Furthermore, Roche may pay Alnylam field expansion payments to increase the number of therapeutic areas. The closing of the agreements is subject to certain regulatory approvals and is expected to occur in the third quarter of 2007.

The Davis Polk corporate team includes partner Nancy L. Sanborn, associates Vijay Shroff and Michael Segall (not yet admitted) and summer associate Bhawandeep Pavan Jawanda, all of the New York office. Partner Steven S. Weiner of the Menlo Park office is providing intellectual property advice.

07-10-2007

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Davis Polk & Wardwell

Limited Brands to Transfer a Majority Interest in Limited Stores
Davis Polk & Wardwell is advising Limited Brands, Inc. on the transfer of a 75% majority interest in its Limited Stores business to affiliates of Sun Capital Partners, Inc. Limited Brands, through Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, C.O. Bigelow, Limited Stores, La Senza, White Barn Candle Co., Henri Bendel and Diva London, presently operates 3,140 specialty stores. Sun Capital Partners is a leading private investment firm focused on leveraged buyouts, equity, debt and other investments in market-leading companies.

According to the terms of the transaction, Limited Brands will transfer a 75% ownership interest in its Limited Stores business to affiliates of Sun Capital Partners. In exchange, Sun Capital Partners will contribute $50 million of equity capital into the business and will arrange for a $75 million credit facility. The transaction is expected to close within 30 days and is subject to customary closing conditions.

The Davis Polk corporate team includes partners David L. Caplan and Carole Schiffman and associates Ajay B. Lele, William J. Chudd and Florian Feder (not yet admitted). Partner Kathleen L. Ferrell and associate Suzan H. Sandikcioglu are providing tax advice. Counsel John T. Wright is providing employment advice. Partner Lawrence E. Wieman is providing credit advice. All members of the Davis Polk team work in the New York office.

07-10-2007

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Fulbright & Jaworski L.L.P.

Fulbright Executive Leader and Partner Honored by Texas Executive Women
Fulbright partner and executive committee member Peggy Heeg has been announced as one of Texas Executive Women’s annual Women on the Move honorees. Heeg is one of ten women touted as one of Houston’s outstanding women leaders. She will be honored at an October 19th reception.

The Women on the Move awards, sponsored by Texas Executive Women and the Houston Chronicle, celebrate the achievements of exceptional women leaders in their communities and professions. Honorees exemplify diverse community involvement as well as dedication to their professions.

Heeg is a strong supporter of a number of nonprofit organizations across the city, generously donating her time to the Houston Area Women’s Center and DePelchin's Children Center, among many other organizations.

As a member of the United Way of Greater Houston's board of directors and the United Way’s Women’s Initiative, she encourages women to actively participate in strengthening the Houston community. She was also recently honored by the United Way of Greater Houston for her outstanding fundraising efforts.

Heeg, a member of Fulbright's corporate and energy practice groups, is an energy veteran with more than 20 years of legal experience.

In addition to receiving awards for her outstanding community service, Heeg has also been named by Best Lawyers as one of the Best Lawyers in America in energy and corporate governance and compliance law.

07-10-2007

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