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Prominent Patent Attorney Jeffrey Schell Joins Whiteford; Leads New Denver Office

Whiteford is pleased to announce that Jeffrey Schell has joined the firm and will lead its new office in Denver, Colorado. Mr. Schell is a highly regarded patent attorney and a prominent figure in the Colorado tech sector. For many years he has played a leading role in the dynamic Denver-Boulder venture ecosystem.

Leading Litigator Bruce Bernstein Joins Whiteford in DC

Whiteford is pleased to announce that Bruce D. Bernstein has joined the firm as a Litigation Partner in Washington, D.C. With over 25 years of experience as a commercial litigator and trial lawyer, both in private practice and with the Department of Justice, Mr. Bernstein has a track record of successfully litigating and prevailing in complex commercial direct and class actions, at all levels, including before the U.S. Supreme Court, as well as other federal and state courts.

Whiteford Welcomes Bond Counsel Robert Poyer in New York

Whiteford is pleased to announce that bond finance attorney Robert D. Poyer has joined the firm’s Corporate & Securities practice as a Partner in New York.

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International Arbitration Attorney Joins Whiteford in New York

Whiteford is pleased to announce that Mohamed F. Sweify has joined the firm in New York. Mr. Sweify is an international arbitration practitioner and New York litigator, with 15 years of experience representing clients in complex litigation, international arbitration and alternative dispute resolution involving complex domestic, cross-border and international disputes. A bilingual, dual-qualified attorney in both common and civil law jurisdictions, his international arbitration practice is global in scope, with particular emphasis on disputes connected to the Middle East and Africa.

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Chambers Recognizes Whiteford in a Record 16 Practices

Whiteford is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has once again ranked the firm highly in its 2026 list of leading firms and business lawyers. This year’s recognition includes 31 attorneys in 16 practice areas at the National and State level.

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Trial Attorney Stanley Carignan Joins Whiteford in Baltimore

Whiteford is pleased to announce that Stanley R. Carignan has joined the firm as Counsel in Baltimore. Mr. Carignan joins Whiteford’s Personal Injury practice, which draws on the firm’s deep trial experience to advocate for individuals in matters of serious injury requiring sophisticated litigation strategy, discretion, and powerful courtroom advocacy.

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ABC NEWS COVERAGE: UPS Plane Crash Litigation

ABC News has aired emotional coverage of the devastating November 4, 2025, UPS Flight 2976 crash. 

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Employment Law Update: How Long is Long Enough? ERISA Record Retention Rules Every Employer Should Know.

A common question employers ask is: How long do we need to keep records related to employee benefits, and what are the rules?
 
This summary covers the requirements for benefit plans governed by ERISA (the Employee Retirement Income Security Act). It focuses on the key rules from ERISA Sections 107 and 209, and IRS regulations. At the end, you’ll find practical tips for keeping your records in order.

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COVID Relief Enforcement Is Not Over: Defending Against PPP Fraud Allegations and ERC Disallowances

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The Internal Revenue Service’s April 27, 2026, announcement of a streamlined process for filing Form 907 to extend the deadline on Employee Retention Credit (ERC) disallowance challenges was, on its surface, a procedural housekeeping item. But the announcement carried a more substantive message: more than five years after Congress enacted the CARES Act, COVID-19 relief enforcement is not winding down. It is, in many respects, just hitting stride.

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