Home: News & Events: Author:
Chambers USA, widely recognized as a leading independent legal research company, has once again confirmed Corr Cronin as a top litigation law firm in Washington. Chambers has included Corr Cronin in its guide of top law firms every year since Corr Cronin was founded over twenty years ago.
TIME quoted John Bender in its coverage of celebrity-influencer Logan Paul’s activities with respect to upstart crypto projects spanning back to 2021. The article explores the creation of digital assets and celebrity-influencer endorsements and highlights some of the legal considerations associated with applications of blockchain technology.
Todd Williams presents on impact of location data in litigation at Trial Network event May 9, 2023Corr Cronin attorney Todd Williams led a CLE training session on the use of electronic location data in litigation at The Trial Network’s spring event, Lakeside...
Corr Cronin attorney Erin Ehlert represented the City of Lakewood in a portion of the “Lakewood 4” trial regarding a statement made by a member of the Lakewood Police Department and the City of Lakewood in their general media release in November 2022. Citing the First Amendment rights of City Officials and Law Enforcement, as well as the impact of the judge’s potential ruling on free speech, she argued that the statements in the media release were lawful and protected and should not be removed from any public site.
Corr Cronin attorney Maia Robbins is included in the February 2023 edition of Puget Sound Business Journal’s “Next Gen in Law” series. The showcase highlights her background and the significant litigation experience she has already garnered as a young associate.
Corr Cronin is pleased to announce veteran litigator Erin Ehlert has joined the firm as Of Counsel.
As a prosecutor for more than 20 years in King County, Washington, Erin rose to leadership roles as the co-chair of the Homicide Unit and the Seattle Assistant Chief of the Criminal Division. She left criminal prosecution in 2020, transitioning into civil litigation. Erin’s years of case and courtroom work provided her with the skills needed to investigate and develop complex cases and present creative, comprehensive and persuasive arguments to judges and juries.
Corr Cronin has been a member of Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA) for several years, and we were honored to participate in several recent events. Hosted by the WTIA’s Cascadia Blockchain Council and the Department of Financial Institutions (“DFI”), John Bender kicked off last fall’s State of Blockchain and FinTech in Washington Town Hall with opening remarks focusing on the vital role played by DFI in regulating the growing blockchain industry in Washington State. John’s presentation was followed by presentations by several DFI representatives, including Ali Higgs, Director of Regulatory and Legal Affairs, Nathan Quigley, Financial Legal Examiner with the Division of Securities, and Dew Bouton, Director of Legislative Policy. Watch a video of the event here; John’s talk begins at minute 1:50…
At a recent Trial Network event, partner Blake Marks-Dias hosted a breakout session titled “Wage and Hour Class Action Trends and Developments.” Guests from Microsoft and Costco facilitated the discussion, which covered recent trends and developments affecting wage and hour class actions, including arbitration clause enforceability, strategies for defeating class certifications, strategic discovery and motions practice, and settlement considerations.
It’s no surprise that many of the greatest trial lawyers’ careers were inspired by high school debate. That’s the case with Corr Cronin partner Blake Marks-Dias, who was interviewed in the latest edition of The Trial Network’s quarterly newsletter. In the “Get to Know” feature, Blake delves into his leadership style, client service, motivations, and more.
Corr Cronin is pleased to share that we are among the 113 law firms most frequently recommended by general counsel in 2022, according to The BTI Consulting Group. The list, part of BTI’s 20th Annual Survey of General Counsel, is based exclusively on 340 in-depth interviews with top legal decision makers at organizations with more than $700 million in revenue; law firms do not participate in the research process.
Seattle, Washington – Legal Administrative Assistant
Corr Cronin handles all aspects of civil litigation for individuals and regional clients to Fortune 500 corporations, in an array of business-related practice areas. We represent top tier clients in high-stakes litigation throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
Corr Cronin attorney John Bender has again been recognized as a thought leader in hospitality industry laws. The Law360 article “Hospitality Cases to Watch in 2023,” published January 2, 2023, profiles cases involving the hospitality sector that could significantly impact case law.