/>iThank you for reading The National Law Review’s legal news roundup, highlighting the latest law firm news! Please read below for the latest in law firm news and industry expansion, legal industry awards, recognition and women in the legal field.
Law Firm News
Jackson Lewis P.C. announced that Kelly Eisenlohr-Moul joined the firm’s Chicago office, bringing with her almost 20 years of employment and labor law experience.
Focusing her practice on restrictive covenant matters and complex employment litigation, Ms. Eisenlohr-Moul represents Fortune 100 companies in legal issues ranging from class action claims to individual disputes. She has experience with multiple industries, including finance, transportation, security and health care.
“We are thrilled to welcome Kelly to our office,” said Kirsten A. Milton, managing principal of the Chicago office. “She brings not only an impressive litigation background, but also a thoughtful, down-to-earth approach that clients truly value. Kelly’s experience and energy are a great fit for our team and we’re excited about all she brings to our office and to our clients.”
Ms. Eisenlohr-Moul also provides advice to employers on workplace matters, as well as to companies on internal investigations.
Sarah Wirskye joined Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP’s Government Enforcement & Investigations Practice Group in the firm’s Dallas office. She is the 11th attorney to join the office in the past year.
Ms. Wirskye has defended individuals and businesses in civil fraud and white-collar criminal disputes with the government for over 25 years, with an emphasis on the False Claims Act and customs and tax fraud, as well as healthcare fraud.
“Sarah’s arrival aligns with our strategic goal of expanding our government investigations work in Dallas and throughout Texas. Bradley is widely known for its capabilities in defending clients facing significant enforcement actions and investigations, and Sarah will be an excellent addition to this nationally recognized team,” said Bradley Dallas Office Managing Partner John A. Bonnett III. “She is an exceptional attorney with a proven record of success that will be beneficial to the work we are doing for our clients.”
Quarles & Brady LLP announced that Li Zhu, an intellectual property attorney, rejoined the firm’s Washington, D.C., office as a partner.
Dual-qualified in the U.S. and China, Ms. Zhu helps brands protect and enforce their IP across borders. She brings to the firm her extensive experience in cross-border enforcement campaigns to stop unauthorized sales and dismantle counterfeit networks.
“Li’s experience has proven to be a valuable and a differentiating asset for our clients and we are thrilled to welcome her back to Quarles,” said Lori Ruhly, national co-chair of the Intellectual Property Practice Group. “Her strength in IP rights in Asian countries is needed and provides strategic guidance that will benefit many of our clients.”
Legal Industry Awards and Recognition
Brad Evans and Devon Williams, Co-Managing Directors at Ward and Smith, P.A., were named to Business North Carolina’s 2025 Power List. The publication is an annual roundup of the most influential leaders across various industries in the state.
Mr. Evans handles complex intellectual property, business, professional licensing and estate disputes. He was inducted into the American Board of Trial Advocates in 2023, an honor reserved for experienced trial lawyers, as well as being a certified mediator with the North Carolina Supreme Court.
Ms. Williams focuses her practice on employment and labor matters, working with clients in the cannabis, hemp and alcoholic beverages industries. In addition to her current honor on the 2025 Power List, she has also been named a “Managing Partner to Watch” two years in a row by North Carolina Lawyers Weekly.
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP announced that the firm’s Private Wealth practice received the Magic Circle Awards from Citywealth, a UK-based media company, in the categories of International Law Firm of the Year and UHNW (ultra-high-net-worth) Private Client Services of the Year.
The company recognizes top-performing advisors and managers in global private wealth, including attorneys and law firms. The firm was selected based on nominations demonstrating firm performance and innovative client services.
"These honors are a testament to the strength and depth of our premier Private Wealth team," said Joshua S. Rubenstein, national chair of Katten's Private Wealth practice. "Whether advising on estate planning, fiduciary litigation or sophisticated multijurisdictional legal and tax matters, our attorneys are trusted by ultra-high-net-worth clients worldwide for delivering strategic counsel and exceptional service."
Mayer Brown LLP was named “ABS Law Firm of the Year” for the fifth consecutive year, as well as “ESG Law Firm of the Year,” at GlobalCapital’s US Securitization Awards. The awards honor innovative and impactful achievements in structured finance in the United States.
The firm boasts one of the world’s largest structured finance practices and has securitized nearly every asset type. The team’s experience includes private placements, warehouse facilities, asset purchases, collateralized fund obligations and other investments.
DEI and Women in Law
Bracewell LLP announced that senior associate Amelia Bowring won the Private Practice Rising Star Award at the 2025 Middle East Legal Awards, which celebrates outstanding legal achievements across the Middle East region.
Ms. Bowring assists Dubai Managing Partner Chris Williams and is seasoned in a wide range of commercial contract work, corporate advisory and cross-border transactions. In addition, she serves as the primary liaison between the firm and Sony Music.
Tina Dorr, an intellectual property partner in Barnes & Thornburg LLP’s Atlanta office, was named one of the “25 Most Influential Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Georgia” for 2025 by Georgia Asian Times. She was recognized for her leadership in both the AAPI and legal communities.
Currently serving as a board member for the Georgia Asian Pacific American Bar Association, Ms Dorr has helped expand the organization’s impact. In addition, she serves in leadership roles with the Intellectual Property Owners Association and Georgia Tech. Her development of sophisticated IP strategies has protected innovation and elevated brands.
Moore & Van Allen announced that Karin McGinnis, co-head of Privacy & Data Security, was named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Cyber Lawyers.
The guide honors top legal professionals across the globe who are shaping the future of data protection and digital law. Ms. McGinnis’ inclusion shows professional excellence as well as contributions to the legal community and innovation in the cybersecurity field.
