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June 4, 2026
Press Releases
Foley Achieves Top Rankings in Chambers USA 2026
Foley & Lardner LLP is proud to once again be recognized by Chambers & Partners as one of the leading law firms in the country in the 2025 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.
June 1, 2026
Press Releases
Foley Appoints Jeffrey Blease Chair of Litigation Department
Foley & Lardner LLP announced today that partner Jeffrey “Jeff” Blease has been named chair of the firm’s national Litigation Department. In this role, Blease will guide the strategic direction of the department, which includes over 400 attorneys across more than a dozen practice groups.
May 27, 2026
Press Releases
Foley Expands New York Corporate Team with Addition of Partner Heather Miles
Foley & Lardner LLP announced today that Heather Miles has joined the firm’s New York office as a partner in its Transactions Practice Group. Miles’ arrival enhances the firm’s capabilities across the Innovative Technology, Manufacturing, and Health Care & Life Sciences Sectors and supports the continued growth of Foley’s national corporate platform.
Latest Press Releases
June 9, 2026
Press Releases
Foley Expands Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Capabilities in Chicago with Addition of Three Attorneys
Foley & Lardner LLP announced today the addition of partners Melissa McGrory and Teresa Napoli and associate Madeline Clasen to its Chicago office. Joining from Sidley Austin LLP, the team further strengthens Foley’s national Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Practice and enhances the firm’s capabilities in its Health Care & Life Sciences, Manufacturing, and Innovative Technology Sectors.
June 4, 2026
Press Releases
Foley Achieves Top Rankings in Chambers USA 2026
Foley & Lardner LLP is proud to once again be recognized by Chambers & Partners as one of the leading law firms in the country in the 2025 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.
June 1, 2026
Press Releases
Foley Appoints Jeffrey Blease Chair of Litigation Department
Foley & Lardner LLP announced today that partner Jeffrey “Jeff” Blease has been named chair of the firm’s national Litigation Department. In this role, Blease will guide the strategic direction of the department, which includes over 400 attorneys across more than a dozen practice groups.
Latest Deals and Wins
June 8, 2026
Deals and Wins
Foley Represents Skōp in Acquisition by Peloton
Foley & Lardner LLP represented Skōp in its strategic acquisition by Peloton.
June 4, 2026
Deals and Wins
Foley Advises Lender Group in Approximately $382M Debt Financing for Sabanci Renewables’ Two Texas Solar Projects
Foley & Lardner LLP served as lenders' legal counsel in connection with the $382 million debt financing for Sabanci Renewables’ two solar energy projects in Texas.
June 2, 2026
Deals and Wins
Foley Secures Dismissal of Securities Fraud Class Action Against Innovative Industrial Properties
Foley & Lardner LLP secured dismissal of a putative federal securities class action against leading real estate investment trust Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. (NYSE: IIPR) and several of its executives.
Latest Press Mentions
June 2, 2026
In the News
Natasha Allen Authors Article on the Sectors Shaping America’s Next Economic Era
Foley & Lardner LLP partner Natasha Allen authored the Law.com article, “The Next 250: Which Sectors Will Define America’s Second Quarter-Millennium?” examining the industries poised to shape America’s next era and the legal and regulatory challenges accompanying their rapid growth.
June 2, 2026
In the News
Alejandro Gomez-Strozzi Examines Expanded US Enforcement Risk for Mexican Companies
Foley & Lardner LLP partner Alejandro Gomez-Strozzi assessed how the U.S. government’s expanded sanctions scope and extraterritorial enforcement regime have created a heightened regulatory environment for Mexican companies dependent on international trade in his El Universal article, “Las empresas mexicanas enfrentan un riesgo silencioso.”
June 2, 2026
In the News
Christopher McKenna Highlighted in Massachusetts Managing Partner Spotlight
Foley & Lardner LLP partner Christopher McKenna is featured in a Managing Partner Spotlight by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly for his distinct leadership role and commitment to firm’s Boston office.
Latest Honors and Awards
June 9, 2026
Honors and Awards
IAM Recognizes Foley Attorneys and Jurisdictions in 2026 Edition of IAM Patent 1000: The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners
Foley & Lardner LLP is recognized in the 2026 edition of IAM Patent 1000: The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners, with 19 attorneys and three firm jurisdictions receiving commendation.
June 3, 2026
Honors and Awards
Jeanne M. Gills and Lisa Noller Named to Forbes America's Top Women Lawyers List
Foley & Lardner LLP partners Jeanne M. Gills and Lisa Noller are named to Forbes‘ inaugural 2026 America’s Top Women Lawyers list.
June 3, 2026
Honors and Awards
Foley's Fashion, Apparel, & Beauty Sector Shortlisted for Luxury Law's International Firm of the Year
Foley & Lardner LLP is pleased to share that the firm's Fashion, Apparel, & Beauty sector is shortlisted for Luxury Law's 2026 Firm of the Year – International Firm.