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Clay Purdom named president of FedEx founders family office

Congratulations to our colleague, Clay Purdom, on this new role as president of FWS Enterprises, the Smith family’s newly established family office overseeing its investments and philanthropic efforts. We are proud to see Clay take this next... Continue Reading

Cliff McKinney Authors AI Article For American College Of Mortgage Attorneys

J. Cliff McKinney II is the author of an article on artificial intelligence in the Fall 2026 issue of The Abstract, a newsletter published by the American College of Mortgage Attorneys. “Generative AI and the Ethical Real Estate Lawyer: Applying ABA Formal Opinion 512 to Transactional Practice” examines the ethical… Continue Reading

Generative AI And The Ethical Real Estate Lawyer: Applying ABA Formal Opinion 512 to Transactional Practice

J. Cliff McKinney II | Fall 2026 Generative artificial intelligence has quietly become part of real estate law practice. Unlike older technology, which primarily assisted with organizing, searching, or formatting files, new generative AI tools can draft legal documents, summarize records, identify potential issues, and suggest actions in natural legal… Continue Reading

Cliff McKinney Authors AI Article For American College Of Mortgage Attorneys

J. Cliff McKinney II is the author of an article on artificial intelligence in the Fall 2026 issue of The Abstract, a newsletter published by the American College of Mortgage Attorneys. “Generative AI and the Ethical Real Estate Lawyer: Applying ABA Formal Opinion 512 to Transactional Practice” examines the ethical… Continue Reading

Generative AI And The Ethical Real Estate Lawyer: Applying ABA Formal Opinion 512 to Transactional Practice

J. Cliff McKinney II | Fall 2026 Generative artificial intelligence has quietly become part of real estate law practice. Unlike older technology, which primarily assisted with organizing, searching, or formatting files, new generative AI tools can draft legal documents, summarize records, identify potential issues, and suggest actions in natural legal… Continue Reading

Sweeney & Sheehan proudly welcomes Adger W. Drummond, II, Esq.  Adger focuses his practice on a diverse array of complex litigation matters, including those in retail and hospitality, trucking and transportation, general liability and employment law. Prior to joining Sweeney & Sheehan, Adger practiced labor and employment law in the… Continue Reading

Illinois Workers' Compensation: Best Practices for Returning Injured Employees to Work

For Illinois employers, workers' compensation claims can create staffing challenges, disrupt operations, increase costs, and raise difficult questions about how and when an injured employee can return to work. The decisions made after an injury is reported often have a lasting impact on the claim and the employee's recovery. Fortunately,… Continue Reading

Illinois Employers Face New Restrictions on Driver's License Requirements in Job Postings Beginning 2027

Illinois employers that require a valid driver's license in job postings may need to revise their hiring practices before January 1, 2027. A recent amendment to the Illinois Job Opportunities for Qualified Applicants Act—known as the “Ban the Box” law—prohibits employers from requiring a driver’s license in a job posting… Continue Reading

Baird Holm Partners David Levy and Michael Sands Help Guide the Legal Process For Union Omaha Soccer Stadium

The Omaha City Council has approved the redevelopment agreement and lease for Union Omaha’s new downtown stadium. Congratulations to Baird Holm partners David Levy and Michael Sands for their work on this transformative project and for helping guide the legal process. The new stadium and surrounding mixed-use district represent an… Continue Reading

Black Marjieh & Sanford LLP Named One of Westchester’s Best Places to Work for 2027

We’re honored to share that Black Marjieh & Sanford LLP has been named one of Westchester’s 2027 Best Places to Work, a recognition presented by 914INC. and Westchester Magazine in partnership with Workforce Research Group. This recognition is particularly meaningful because creating a great workplace is about much more than… Continue Reading