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🔆 Proud to represent Swift Current Energy in closing a tax equity investment from Google for the Double Black Diamond Solar project! Set to be the largest solar project east of the Mississippi River, this 800 MWdc facility will power the equivalent of more than 100,000 homes and reduce regional carbon dioxide emissions by approximately one million tons per year. Kudos to our Husch Blackwell team for this client collaboration: Anna Kimbrell, Kirsten Large, Riley Nickel, Jordan Farrell, Robert Romashko, Megan Caldwell, Leah Kaiser, Sylvia Bartell, and Mike Blackwell! Read more: https://lnkd.in/gcCU4_-6 #RenewableEnergy #SolarPower #ClientSuccess

Sixteen of our outstanding partners have been named to the 2024 Benchmark 40 and Under List by Benchmark Litigation, a leading legal directory devoted solely to litigation. 👏 Join us in congratulating: Jenna Brofsky, Taylor Concannon Hausmann, Matt Diehr, Danielle Gilbert, Ryann Glenn, Kamron Hasan, Lauren Hayes, Dieter Juedes, Michael Klebanov, Kaytlin Kopen, Sarah K. Quinn, Michael Raupp, Tyler Scott, A. James Spung, Jamie Hais Steiner, and Jameson Watts. We are proud of #TeamHB's achievements and their dedication to delivering exceptional legal services to clients. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gq_-P7bD #BenchmarkLitigation #Litigation #TopLawyers

We’re incredibly fortunate to have Darryl White, senior office administration coordinator, as part of #TeamHB for an impressive 40 years! Our Austin office gathered to celebrate Darryl's countless contributions, and the strong turnout from our lawyers and business professionals speaks volumes about the relationships he’s built and the respect he’s earned.   Partners Bob Werner and Kevin Koronka delivered heartfelt speeches, highlighting Darryl’s unwavering dedication to the firm and his ability to get things done—always with a smile. 😀 Here’s to 40 years of excellence, Darryl!   #peoplefirst #legalexcellence #clientfocused

Husch Blackwell's Jamie Lawless recently spoke with Dan Packel of Law.com about our commitment to harnessing the strengths of a multigenerational workforce. By fostering an environment that bridges generational gaps, we ensure that every #TeamHB colleague and client—no matter their age—feels valued, understood, and empowered to deliver exceptional results. As Jamie highlighted, leading with empathy not only enhances collaboration but also drives the positive outcomes our clients deserve. Together, we're building the law firm of the future. 💫 Join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/gFJ2n7ZU #GenerationsintheWorkplace #FutureOfWork #FutureOfLaw

We're thrilled to share that Chambers and Partners has honored Husch Blackwell's Corporate/M&A practice in Kansas City, St. Louis, Nebraska, and Wisconsin. Congratulations to David Gardels, Phil Koutnik, Mary Anne O'Connell, Kirstin Pace Salzman, Matt Schneider, Victoria Sitz, and Ed Wilson. Chambers noted that the firm "is well placed to advise on large and complex transactions and regularly assists private and public companies with multimillion-dollar matters. It represents major clients in the food, agriculture, manufacturing and energy industries. The firm offers strong experience of private equity mandates and other related financing arrangements including joint ventures, debt securities and large restructurings." #TeamHB has also been recommended by Legal 500 for M&A: middle-market (sub-$500 million), with Phil, Kirstin, and Ed receiving individual recognition. Learn more about our Corporate/M&A team: https://lnkd.in/gpgyk5dX

Our Shae Keefe has been named one of the Top 30 Influential Women of Houston! 🎉 Shae, senior counsel in the Husch Blackwell Real Estate, Development & Construction Industry Group, is a veteran litigator who represents public entities and private businesses in real estate-related litigation, including eminent domain litigation. Join us in celebrating Shae's well-deserved recognition! Read more about her practice: https://lnkd.in/gHPeAyyS #RealEstateLaw #Houston #WomenInLaw

Congratulations to firm client Case Status on ranking No. 430 on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list of America's Fastest Growing Companies! 🏆 This recognition highlights their success and unwavering commitment to transforming legal client communication. Under the leadership of CEO Andy Seavers, Case Status continues to empower law firms with transparency and innovation, setting a new standard in the #legaltech industry.   Being named to this prestigious list is no small feat, and we’re thrilled to see Case Status achieve this milestone. A special shout-out to Husch Blackwell's Scott Jablonski for his dedicated legal counsel. All of #TeamHB is honored to support Case Status' journey and celebrate their success.👏   Read more: https://lnkd.in/ggwr_msW   #Inc5000 #ClientsFirst

Join us in welcoming corporate partner Jeffrey O'Brien to the Husch Blackwell Food Systems Industry Group and our growing Minneapolis office! “Jeff provides significant depth to our Alcohol Beverage team and further expands our national cannabis practice into Minnesota,” said Steve Levine, partner and leader of the firm's Food Systems industry group. “His securities practice will also greatly benefit the firm and we’re pleased he has joined Husch Blackwell.” Discover why Jeff chose #TeamHB: https://lnkd.in/gBXHV-2E #NewHire #MinnesotaLawyer

We're thrilled that Chambers and Partners has recognized Husch Blackwell's Commercial Litigation practice in Kansas City, St. Louis, Austin, and Wisconsin. Chambers noted that #TeamHB "enjoys a premier reputation for the strength of its contentious capabilities. Its areas of strength include class actions as well as fraud and insurance-related matters. The firm has an impressive record of representing clients across the pharmaceutical, healthcare, transportation and agriculture industries and is regularly sought out for advice on whistle-blower complaints, theft of trade secrets and healthcare-related investigations." In addition, partners Ryan DiClemente, Marnie Jensen, Ann Maher, Jim Monafo, and Jeff Simon have been honored individually. Learn more about our Commercial Litigation team: https://lnkd.in/gR9AJpT2

What a fantastic evening at the 2024 Strategy Across the Board Gala hosted by the Saint Louis Chess Club! We're proud to support an event that contributes to chess education, cultural exhibitions, and public programming at both the Saint Louis Chess Club and the World Chess Hall of Fame. ♟️ At Husch Blackwell, we're honored to partner with such an inspiring organization, reflecting our commitment to client focus and community support. #TeamHB #ClientFocus #CommunitySupport #STLChessClub