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Ashley Callen, Co-Chair of the Congressional Investigations Practice, co-authored an article for the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance examining the evolving M&A antitrust enforcement landscape and regulatory challenges facing dealmakers. Ashley and her co-authors from H/Advisors Abernathy and Timothy FitzSimons of King & Spalding provide insights to clients navigating the new administration and the political landscape more broadly. The authors provide recommendations for navigating the new political landscape including planning ahead for likely issues by self-auditing workplace and culture programs, testing acquisition targets for antitrust risks in advance, adapting communications strategies for today's media landscape of podcasts and social media, engaging proactively with Congress, and understanding how sensitive issues travel online. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e3rNdWyq

On November 15, Partner Megan Poetzel and Associate Sara Stappert accepted the Iranian American Bar Association - National (IABA's) Pro Bono Award on behalf of the firm. The IABA presents its Pro Bono Award annually to recognize a law firm that has provided outstanding pro bono legal representation. Jenner & Block’s dedication to fierce advocacy extends to all its clients. Each year, our lawyers contribute thousands of pro bono hours, using their skills to expand access to legal services. In 2023, Jenner partnered with the National Immigrant Justice Center to represent a client who fled Iran after facing political persecution for converting to Christianity. As a result of this work, our client was granted asylum in the United States. This case, along with many others, demonstrates Jenner’s commitment to dedicated advocacy and expanding access to justice. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gGKb7q8q Photograph by Jack Simpson Photography 

Jenner & Block successfully defended a Section 1782 discovery authorization in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York, defeating a comprehensive motion to quash on behalf of respondents in one of Korea's largest corporate disputes. The decision clears the path for document discovery and depositions critical to Jenner client Youngpoong Corporation's shareholder derivative action in Seoul Central District Court against directors of Korea Zinc, one of Korea's most prominent chaebols. The team was led by Partners Brian Fischer and Jason Hipp, with significant support from Partner Donald Batterson and Associates Alyssa Bernstein, PhD, Nikita Lalwani, and Judy Kim, and Litigation Coordinator Micah B. Horan.  Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gCC3sgB5

We are pleased to welcome Elizabeth Pullin, former Space Force Rapid Capabilities Legal Advisor, as Special Counsel in our Washington, DC office and a key member of our Government Contracts and Grants Practice. Liz joins us from the US Department of Justice Civil Division, where she represented the United States in complex bid protests and contract disputes. She brings more than 20 years of experience across the Department of Justice, the Air Force, and the Space Force, where she advised on rapid acquisition strategies for highly classified space programs valued at more than $4.3 billion. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g7a9Wmbs #JennerDC #GovernmentContracts #BidProtests

Partners Ashley Callen and Jonathan Skladany spoke on a panel at the University of Virginia's Sorensen Institute’s Political Leaders Program on November 14. The panel’s discussion of congressional oversight and investigations was moderated by House Judiciary Committee Senior Advisor Marcus Childress. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gcmS9bBS

The Department of War has unveiled a sweeping set of acquisition reforms, shaking up decades-old defense procurement practices. The new strategy is designed to increase efficiency, embrace commercial innovation, expand the industrial base, and more. With implementation plans due in the coming months, government contractors may consider how daily operations could experience a potential shift. For further interpretation and details. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e8A79jgB Authors: Moshe Broder, David R., Noah Bleicher, and Matthew Haws #DoW

In a recent Law360 article, Partner Meghan Greenfield shared her insight on federal agencies with environmental responsibilities using AI tools. The Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of the Interior and the Department of Energy have said they may use AI tools in areas of their work, most notably in speeding up permitting and rulemaking processes. “AI is promising, but it requires a lot of oversight.” “There are real questions about agencies’ ability to provide that, given how many staff have left. Even with new tools, these areas are really complex.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/eDzDJn67

Jenner & Block was recognized as a corporate honoree at the 2025 FASPE (Fellowships at Auschwitz for the Study of Professional Ethics) Dinner and Awards for Ethical Leadership in New York City on November 17.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/gpi8eGnq   #CorporateLaw #BigLaw #LegalExcellence   Photo credit: Melanie Einzig

For the fifth year in a row, Jenner & Block’s Los Angeles office was recognized as one of the “Most Admired Law Firms to Work For” by the Los Angeles Business Journal. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eFm2-Q4b

In their recent feature piece for Solicitors Journal, Jenner & Block Partner Joanna Ludlam and Special Counsel Will Jones examined how public inquiries and select committees now shape corporate accountability, creating legal obligations and reputational risks for witnesses. Joanna and Will explore the legal and practical issues underpinning the question witnesses face when called to testify: "Should I Stay or Should I Go?”   Read more: https://lnkd.in/gjiKU-5m