Husch Blackwell

For the third year in a row, Husch Blackwell has been named the nation’s top health law firm by the American Bar Association Health Law Section! 🏆 We’re proud to secure the No. 1 national ranking in the 12th Annual Regional Law Firm Recognition List, along with top regional rankings—No. 1 in the Midwest and No. 3 in the Northeast, South, and West. “We have an unparalleled healthcare team, and this recognition continues to prove Husch Blackwell’s commitment to the industry,” said Curt Chase, partner and leader of the Husch Blackwell Healthcare & Life Sciences Industry Group. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gYBfUsa9 #HealthLaw #HealthcareLawyers #TeamHB

Congrats to Shawna Ruetz on her well-deserved promotion to partner! She is among the 30 attorneys elected to the firm's partnership, effective January 1, 2025. Based in Denver, Shawna is a skilled Husch Blackwell Labor and Employment Law Practice Group attorney with a strong background in human resources and litigation. She brings a unique perspective to helping employers navigate complex workplace challenges. Join us in celebrating Shawna’s continued success! 👏 Read more in Law Week Colorado's New Partners feature: https://lnkd.in/gqsK5zJz #LaborLaw #DenverLaw #TeamHB

The Legal Mentor Network kicked off its first event of the year in Phoenix! Special thanks to Husch Blackwell's Phoenix office for hosting this exceptional gathering of law students, new and seasoned attorneys, and legal professionals. Shoutout to our Brian H. Potts for his instrumental role in developing The Legal Mentor Network! Thanks to Ruzanna Mirzoyan and Cristian Torres for getting LMN’s new year off to a great start. Stay tuned for more events—thank you to everyone who joined us. #LegalCommunity #LawyersSupportingLawyers

We are excited about the continued growth of the Husch Blackwell Financial Services & Capital Markets Industry Group with the addition of John Redding! "John is one of a few attorneys in the country who possess experience handling federal investigations and enforcement actions in the consumer financial services industry. We’re delighted he has joined Husch Blackwell in this strategic capacity," said partner Marci Kawski, who leads the firm’s Consumer Financial Services practice. Read more about John's background and why he chose Husch Blackwell: https://lnkd.in/g3bSSNJT #lawfirmgrowth #joinHB #lateralhire

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King🌟 Today, we celebrate the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His vision for equality, justice, and unity continues to inspire #TeamHB as we strive to create meaningful change in our communities. Let’s honor his dream through action and impact. #MLKDay #EqualityForAll #IHaveaDream

What’s next for state AG offices in 2025? With the Oval Office and Congress shifting to Republican control, state AGs are poised to take on a more prominent role in shaping public policy and regulatory enforcement. Members of Husch Blackwell's State Attorneys General Practice, including Matt Diehr, Rebecca Furdek, Kyle Gilster, Julia Bonestroo Banegas, and Abraham J. Souza, share key insights on what trends and developments to watch as state AG offices adapt to a new administration. Take a look at the discussion: https://lnkd.in/g_c-qJ7A

We are delighted to share a #FeelGoodFriday update on Husch Blackwell alum Nathanael A., who has received the George Floyd Memorial Scholarship in Law at the University of Minnesota Law School. This endowed scholarship was established to provide critical financial support to underrepresented students pursuing careers in law and achieving their dreams. Nathanael, who joined #TeamHB in January 2024 through our expansion with the Patterson Thuente law firm and served as an Information Governance Specialist, embarked on his law school journey last fall. We’re proud of his achievements and wish him continued success! #MinnesotaLaw #LawStudent 📸: Photo by Nathanael.

🚀 AI is revolutionizing the legal industry, and Husch Blackwell is at the forefront! In The American Lawyer, our Chief Information Officer, Blake Rooney, MBA, shares how AI is transforming firm processes like onboarding mass tort cases and streamlining new business intake. As highlighted in the article by Jon Campisi, firms are leveraging AI for tasks such as document review, transcription, and associate training, showcasing its potential to drive efficiency and innovation in #BigLaw. Read more about AI's impact on legal practice: https://lnkd.in/gCgHNnkk #HuschBlackwellAI #ArtificialIntelligence

🎉 Congratulations to Husch Blackwell partners Jon Giokas and David Linenbroker for being named to the 2025 Missouri Lawyers Media POWER List for Commercial Real Estate attorneys! Jon and David are recognized for their exceptional work in real estate, development, and finance, driving success for their clients. Learn more about their legal practices: https://lnkd.in/gwBUdZHg   #MissouriLawyers #RealEstateLaw

Do you ♥️ what you do as much as Libby Stone, Shelley Runion, and Sierra Faler? The trio of risk management attorneys proudly sported shirts sent by their colleague Phyllis Jaudes for their standing General Counsel meeting. With Shelley's retirement still 2.5 months away, Libby and Sierra are learning the ropes to carry on the legacy of one of the BEST in the business! Shelley’s favorite part of being on #TeamHB? Connecting with a wide range of colleagues daily, ensuring every day is engaging and impactful.