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Leading Corporate Lawyer Clare Lewis Joins Whiteford in Richmond

Expanding The Firm's Corporate Profile in Virginia and Nationally.

Whiteford has announced that Clare Lewis has joined the firm as a Partner in Richmond. Ms. Lewis represents independent sponsors, private equity and venture capital fund investors, and emerging growth and middle market companies on mergers and acquisitions, equity financings, corporate governance, fund formations and other matters.

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Gregory Bean and Brett Herbert Deepen Whiteford Litigation Bench in Richmond

Whiteford is pleased to welcome Gregory S. Bean and Brett C. Herbert as Partners in Richmond.

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International Corporate Partner Danila Duo' Joins Whiteford in New York

Co-Chairing Firm’s International Practice.

Whiteford announced today that Danila Duo' has joined the firm as a Partner in New York. An experienced international business and corporate lawyer, Ms. Duo' is the most recent addition to a New York office that has seen significant recent expansion. She will co-head the firm’s International Practice with Enayat Qasimi in Washington, DC. 

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Chambers Recognizes Whiteford in a Record 15 Practices

Whiteford is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has once again ranked the firm highly in its 2025 list of leading firms and business lawyers. This year’s recognition includes 30 attorneys in a record 15 practice areas at the National and State level.

 

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Managing Intellectual Property Recognizes Three Whiteford Partners as “IP STARS”

Whiteford is pleased to announce that Managing Intellectual Property has recognized three of the firm’s intellectual property partners for their patent work in the publication’s 2025 IP STARS rankings.

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Private Company M&A - Reverse Diligence: Questions Sellers Should Ask of Bidders

This article is part of a continuing series by Frank Jones outlining recurring issues of critical importance to sellers in private company M&A. Previous topics include Equity RollsNet Working Capital & Purchase Price AdjustmentsIndemnification Clauses Claims & ControversiesRep & Warranty Insurance and Earn-Outs

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Client Alert: Bankruptcy Meets State Court: Lessons from a $4M Escrow Dispute

When bankruptcy courts and state courts vie for authority in complex financial disputes, the outcome can reshape recoveries for creditors, investors, and businesses. This tension was front and center in Silverman v. Rosenberget al.(Adv. Pro. No. 24-03734, Bankr. S.D.N.Y.), where a former Chapter 11 trustee’s bid to seize $4.4 million in escrow funds collided with a state court litigation. For private equity firms, hedge funds, and corporate leaders, this case offers insights into navigating these jurisdictional clashes and their impact on bankruptcy investments.

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Client Alert: The Senate’s Other Big Beautiful Bill – Notable Changes to the House Version

The House of Representatives previously passed H.R. 1-119th Congress (2025-2026), titled the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act” (the “Act”), a budget bill that, among other things, addresses sunsetting provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “TCJA”) while further modifying U.S. tax policy. For the full breakdown of its provisions, please see Whiteford’s previous client alert.

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Client Alert: Due Process or Due Trouble? Navigating the Legal Maze of Covenant Enforcement in Virginia Community Associations

Community associations governed by the Virginia Condominium Act (VCA) and the Virginia Property Owners’ Association Act (POAA) are frequently called upon to enforce their association’s covenants, rules, and restrictions. While an association’s governing documents can provide broad authority for enforcement, the VCA & POAA impose procedural requirements, commonly referred to as “due process,” that must be observed, particularly when community associations seek to impose sanctions or obtain certain remedies in court. This alert outlines the statutory framework, practical considerations, and best practices for ensuring compliance with due process requirements.

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