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Thompson Hine LLP

Twenty-Six Thompson Hine Lawyers Named “Rising Stars”
Twenty-six lawyers from Thompson Hine LLP have been recognized as Ohio Super Lawyers® Rising Stars in 2007. The publishers of Law & Politics and Super Lawyers launched Rising Stars to recognize top up-and-coming attorneys in several states. Lawyers are nominated and selected by their peers, who vote for those they have personally observed in action — whether as opposing counsel or co-counsel, or through other first-hand courtroom observation. Also considered are factors such as firm size, practice area and geographic location.

07-02-2007

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Stoel Rives, LLP

Entries Sought For 2007 Stoel Rives Idaho Innovation Awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the second annual Stoel Rives Idaho Innovation Awards program. Organized by Stoel Rives LLP, a full-service U.S. business law firm, the Idaho Innovation Awards program is designed to recognize technology innovations and the Idaho companies that created them. Entry forms can be submitted online at www.stoel.com/innovation between July 2 and August 3, 2007. The program is being presented by the Idaho Department of Commerce Office of Science & Technology and is sponsored by the Idaho Business Review and Hewlett-Packard.

“In 2006, the inaugural program was incredibly successful and showcased an amazing variety of innovations from Idaho companies of all sizes,” said Kris Ormseth, managing partner of the Stoel Rives Boise office. “Idaho ranks first in the number of patents per capita, and the Innovation Awards spotlight the technology and products that are utilizing these patents.”

Program organizers refined the submission categories this year to better reflect the diversity of Idaho’s innovations. The 2007 Idaho Innovation Awards program will recognize innovations in eight categories:

• Agriculture/Environmental/Bioscience • Energy (NEW)
• Chemical/Materials Science • Enterprise/B2B Software (NEW)
• Computer Hardware/Electrical Devices • Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Consumer Software (NEW) • Other (NEW)

The “other” category is designed for innovations that do not fit perfectly into one of the seven technology categories. More information on the categories and submission qualifications can be found at www.stoel.com/innovation. Finalists and winners will be recognized at an Awards Luncheon in October.

While the Idaho Innovation Awards is a statewide program, a majority of the winners and finalists for the 2006 program came from the Treasure Valley. In 2006, six of the eight winners were from the Treasure Valley and included the Txi Label by PakSense of Boise (aquaculture/environmental/agriculture); Induced Positron Analysis by Positron Systems, Inc. of Boise (chemicals/materials science); Pleo-Ugobe Life Forms by Ugobe of Eagle (mechanical devices); the 8-Megapixel Image Sensor by Micron Technology, Inc. of Boise (imaging/optical technology); and Wi-Spy by MetaGeek LLC of Nampa (computer hardware/electrical devices).

Of the 14 finalists recognized last year, nine were from the Treasure Valley and included the OxyRescue by OX-GEN, Inc. of Boise; the Dental R.A.T.™ by Beckmer Products, Inc. of Meridian; the Batch Reactor ALD HfO2, Selective Epitaxial Silicon Growth into DRAM and the 512Mb Low-Power Mobile DRAM by Micron Technology, Inc. of Boise; Medusa–Omni-Adaptive Architecture by DigiTar of Boise; Automatic Color Management by Hewlett-Packard of Boise; the Builder Website Management System by NeoReef of Nampa; and the Integrated Bi-Modal Wheel Assembly by Rick Tremblay of Boise. Last year, more than 50 nominations were submitted and more than 300 people attended the Awards Luncheon. Last year, more than 50 nominations were submitted and more than 300 people attended the Awards Luncheon.

“Idaho has always been at the forefront of innovation, whether it is in the agriculture or computer technology industries,” said Julie Howard, spokesperson for the Idaho Department of Commerce Office of Science & Technology. “These companies all have interesting stories behind their innovations and prove that the pioneering spirit is alive and well in Idaho.”

As an industry-building event, the Idaho Innovation Awards program is successful thanks to the number of industry representatives who are involved in and support the program. A Steering Committee comprised of leaders from the technology, business and academic communities provides general oversight to the program. In addition, submissions are judged by a Selection Committee consisting of more than 40 leaders from private industry, government and higher education, many of whom are experts in the seven fields of invention represented.

07-02-2007

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Stinson, Morrison & Hecker, L.L.P.

Stinson Morrison Hecker LLP and Blumenfeld, Kaplan & Sandweiss, PC Combination Finalized
The combination of the law firms Stinson Morrison Hecker LLP and Blumenfeld, Kaplan & Sandweiss, PC was completed this weekend and became effective as of July 1, 2007. The St. Louis offices of the combined firms, called Stinson Morrison Hecker LLP, have more than 65 attorneys, 13 paralegals and 47 staff.

"Our combined firm continues its commitment to superior client service, teamwork and growth," said John Moticka, St. Louis co-managing partner. "We look forward to building on this strong foundation as we help our clients here in St. Louis and throughout the country achieve their goals."

The firm will be initiating a search for a unified office location to accommodate the needs of the combined attorneys, staff and clients. In the meantime, staff and attorneys will operate from the existing Blumenfeld, Kaplan & Sandweiss office in Clayton and the Stinson Morrison Hecker office in downtown St. Louis. To integrate the offices, in late September approximately half of the lawyers and staff from the Clayton location will move to the downtown office, and half of the downtown lawyers and staff will move to the Clayton location.

“We are committed to growth in St. Louis and to building on our already solid reputation throughout Eastern Missouri and Southern Illinois,” said Chip Misko, St. Louis co-managing partner. “The synergies created by the combination allow us to provide broader and deeper expertise to our clients.”

Philip G. Kaplan, who previously served as president of Blumenfeld, Kaplan & Sandweiss, agreed. “This presents an opportunity for us to enhance our relationship with our clients and expand our practice.”

Stinson Morrison Hecker traces its heritage back to 1878. The firm opened its St. Louis office in 1994 and it is comprised of attorneys with extensive experience in real estate law, mergers & acquisitions, labor & employment, business litigation, financial services, health care, sports law and products liability.

Blumenfeld, Kaplan & Sandweiss was established in St. Louis in 1950 by John Blumenfeld, a prominent real estate attorney who continues to be active with the firm. Major areas of practice include real estate, tax, estate planning, succession planning, mergers and acquisitions, immigration, labor and employment, intellectual property and litigation.

07-02-2007

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Schiff Hardin LLP

Schiff Hardin LLP Welcomes Jeremy R. Hojnicki as an Associate in the Environmental Group of the Chicago Office
Jeremy R. Hojnicki has joined Schiff Hardin LLP as an associate in the Environmental Group from McGuireWoods LLP (Chicago) where he was an environmental associate.

Mr. Hojnicki’s practice focuses on various environmental matters, including compliance and regulatory issues and litigation. He brings particularly distinguished credentials and experience to his new role at the firm. In addition to his work at three other Chicago area law firms, he also was a staff attorney and policy coordinator for the Openlands Project, Openlands, an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing public open space in northeastern Illinois. Earlier in his career, he was a law clerk for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Mr. Hojnicki is on the Board of Directors of the Friends of the Forest Preserves. He has spoken and published on a variety of environmental and land use topics. Mr. Hojnicki received his undergraduate degree (B.S., Public Affairs, 1998) from Indiana University and his law degree (J.D., 2003) from Vermont Law School. He is admitted to practice in Illinois, as well as before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.

07-02-2007

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Orrick LLP

Orrick Lawyer Named to Ninth Circuit Advisory Board
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP announced today that Sacramento partner Norman C. Hile was appointed to the Ninth Circuit Advisory Board by Chief Judge Mary Schroeder. Hile is the first Orrick lawyer to receive this honor.

"I'm looking forward to this new role and am honored to have been selected," Hile said.

Throughout his legal career, in addition to trying cases in the district courts and arguing appeals at the Ninth Circuit, Hile has served the courts in a number of ways. He served a three-year term as Chair of the Judicial Advisory Committee for the Eastern District of California, and he also acted as a lawyer representative to the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference. He was then elected by his peers to serve a three-year term as a member of the Ninth Circuit Executive Committee.

Hile, partner in charge of Orrick's Sacramento office, focuses his litigation practice in business and government litigation with an emphasis on complex litigation and counseling. He has argued a number of appeals in the Ninth Circuit, including two death penalty habeas corpus appeals.

As a member of the Ninth Circuit Advisory Board, he will advise the Judicial Council and Conference of the Ninth Circuit and the courts of the circuit regarding proposed changes in practices and procedure, form recommendations for improvement of any aspect of judicial administration in the circuit and attend the Judicial Conference of the Ninth Circuit in Honolulu on July 16-19.

Selection criteria for the Board include having an outstanding record of contribution to the administration of the federal judicial system, with leadership qualities and a history of past service to the Judicial Conference and the federal courts of the Circuit. Hile is one of three attorneys appointed to the board this year.

07-02-2007

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Orrick LLP

Orrick Lawyer Elected Vice-Chair of Lawyers Alliance for New York
Orrick New York employment law partner and firmwide partner-in-charge of pro bono, Jill L. Rosenberg, was elected vice-chair of the Lawyers Alliance for New York. Jill, who has served as a Lawyers Alliance board member for three years and as chair of the Marketing Committee, will assist newly elected chair Ed Greene, general counsel for the investment bank of Citigroup.

"I am looking forward to serving as vice-chair and see this as a great opportunity for me to deepen my relationship with Lawyers Alliance," said Rosenberg. Jill has also assisted in providing employment counseling to Lawyers Alliance clients such as FoodChange, SHARE and the New York Asian Women's Center. Lawyers Alliance for New York is the leading provider of business and transactional legal services for nonprofit organizations that are improving the quality of life in New York City neighborhoods.

"Throughout her tenure on the Lawyers Alliance Board and as head of the marketing committee, Jill has made a notable impact on the growth of the organization," said Sean Delany, executive director of Lawyers Alliance for New York. "We’re confident that as Vice Chair, Jill will continue as an effective, enthusiastic leader to help build on our strength. We look forward to working with her in her new capacity."

Orrick has a long-standing relationship with Lawyers Alliance, representing more than 40 nonprofits referred to the firm by the organization. "One of the distinguishing characteristics of Lawyers Alliance is their talented staff attorneys who mentor and support the work of all of their pro bono attorneys, including those from Orrick," said Rene Kathawala, Orrick's firmwide pro bono coordinator and counsel.

By connecting lawyers, nonprofits, and communities, Lawyers Alliance for New York helps nonprofits to develop affordable housing, stimulate economic development and operate vital programs for children and young people, the elderly, recent immigrants and other low-income New Yorkers.

07-02-2007

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McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP

Penny Cobey Joins McKenna Long & Aldridge's Real Estate and Finance Practice
Penny Cobey has joined McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP’s real estate and finance practice as Of Counsel in the firm’s Los Angeles office. Cobey will focus on transactional issues in complex private and public construction projects, including project structuring, contract negotiation and drafting, workouts of troubled projects, and settlement of construction claims.

Cobey advises clients such as condominium developers, redevelopment agencies, shopping center developers, and government contractors on issues including choosing the most appropriate form of project delivery; drafting and negotiating contracts with general contractors, construction managers, design/builders, architects, and engineers; bidding and procurement; dealing with insurers, sureties, and lenders; and managing construction defect claims. She also advises landlords and tenants on buildout issues and supports litigators in assessing and briefing construction disputes.

Cobey joins McKenna Long & Aldridge from the firm of Brown Winfield and Canzoneri, Inc. Before working with that firm, she served as senior construction counsel to the Los Angeles Unified School District’s school building program, the largest public building project in the United States. She also served as counsel to the J. Paul Getty Trust, as well as secretary and legal advisor to its Board of Trustees.

"Drawing upon her experience at the L.A. Unified School District and the Getty, Penny brings a unique perspective to construction-related issues in both the real estate and government contracts arenas," said Bill Timmons, chair of MLA’s Real Estate and Finance Department. "Her wealth of experience and dexterity adds to our growing West Coast practice and corresponds with the strengths of the firm’s core practice areas."

Cobey is a former member of the Board of Governors of the American Bar Association Forum on the Construction Industry and is a frequent speaker at Forum events. She is a graduate of the Harvard Law School and also holds a Ph.D. from Harvard (English and American Literature) and a B.A. from the University of Cincinnati.

07-02-2007

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