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Mentorship in action. Yesterday, #LippesMathias attorneys Helen Atter and Patricia M. Dodson joined the Jacksonville Business Journal’s Mentoring Monday, sharing career insights with professionals at all stages. This fast-paced event connected attendees with experienced leaders for guidance on growth, leadership, and industry transitions.

On February 19, #LippesMathias attorney Donell L. Gibson, Jr. joined a panel at the University at Buffalo School of Law, hosted by the Black Law Students Assoc. at UB, as part of its Black History Month programming. As a UB Law alum and former National Black Law Students Association chapter president, Donell shared his experiences navigating the legal profession and offered insights on career development, diversity, and the power of mentorship.

Last week, #LippesMathias partner Michael Rossetti took time to speak at the National Indian Education Association’s Hill Week in Washington, D.C. As a panelist for The Legislative Landscape, Michael, who co-leads our Indian law and government & corporate investigations practice teams, joined a bipartisan discussion on effective advocacy before the Trump Administration and the 119th Congress, sharing strategies for successfully engaging with policymakers in Washington.

Ready for a coffee break with #LippesMathias financial restructuring & insolvency team co-leader Johnny Mueller? In our latest chat, Johnny offers insights into his approach to guiding clients through complex challenges—and settles the debate between Buffalo chicken wings or Nashville hot chicken once and for all.

𝘾𝙇𝙄𝙀𝙉𝙏 𝘼𝙇𝙀𝙍𝙏: New York’s top court has upheld the constitutionality of the Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (COELIG), ensuring its continued authority over ethics and lobbying enforcement. In a 4-3 decision, the Court of Appeals reversed lower court rulings that questioned COELIG’s structure, siding against former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s challenge. With this ruling, COELIG remains intact and can proceed with pending matters, including its investigation into the $5.1M book deal involving the former governor. Find the full alert from #LippesMathias government & corporate investigations practice team partners Karl Sleight and Joan Sullivan in the comments ⤵

#LippesMathias partner John Koeppel is heading to Miami to speak at the iGlobal Forum’s 18th Independent Sponsor Summit & Awards!   On Tuesday, March 4, at 10:45 a.m., John, leader of our independent sponsor and private equity practice teams, will lead a roundtable titled “Buy Now, Pay Later: Latest Trends and Techniques in Structuring Deferred Deal Consideration,” where he’ll break down the latest and best practices for structuring rollover equity, seller financing, and earn-outs.   Lippes Mathias, one of the leading law firms advising independent sponsors, is thrilled to be a key conference sponsor (where we look forward to networking with our clients and friends in the independent sponsor deal community).   Find the registration link and press release in the comments 👇

At #LippesMathias, we recognize the significance of Black History Month and the legal milestones that have shaped our nation. Throughout America’s history, the fight for civil and human rights has played out in the courts, with key Supreme Court cases reshaping the legal landscape. From Plessy v. Ferguson, which upheld segregation, to Brown v. Board of Education, which struck it down, these decisions tell a powerful story of injustice, resistance, and progress. Swipe through the slides below to learn more ⤵

This Valentine’s Day, members of #LippesMathias' Buffalo and Clarence offices volunteered at Buffalo City Mission, serving meals and sharing kindness with those in need. At the Men’s and Community Shelter, our team helped serve lunch to community members and residents, while at Cornerstone Manor, firm volunteers provided a warm meal for women and children. We were proud to support an organization making a real difference in Buffalo—especially on a day meant for love and kindness!

Important perspective for schools and similar institutions below from partner and #LippeMathias education team co-leader Brendan Kelleher ⤵

Dennis C. Vacco, #LippesMathias partner and former New York State attorney general, recently joined Daniel K. Wiig, J.D, M.B.A. and a slate of other legal thought leaders on the New York County Lawyers Association's podcast, Amicus Curiae, to address and provide insight on the increasing mistrust in the justice system by the public. Find the episode below ⤵