Morrison Foerster

Congratulations to MoFo Chair Eric T. McCrath on receiving Law.com's 2026 Distinguished Leader Award at the California Legal Awards. The award recognizes leaders who have made significant contributions to their organizations and the legal profession. Under Eric's leadership, MoFo achieved record financial results, advanced strategic growth and innovation, expanded its commitment to pro bono service, and advised clients on many of the year's most significant matters. MoFo was also recognized as a finalist in five additional California Legal Awards categories. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4wwPljd

For MoFo alumnus Adam Heintz becoming a lawyer wasn’t part of the plan. But a passion for public service ultimately led him from MoFo to his dream role as director of pro bono services at Legal Services NYC. In the latest edition of MoForever, Adam reflects on the experiences that shaped his career and the impact of following a purpose-driven path. Read his story: https://bit.ly/4ePur8I #MoFoAlumni

MoFo’s Intellectual Property (IP) Group earned top recognition in the 2026 edition of IAM Patent 1000, with rankings across 11 practice areas and 27 lawyers receiving a total of 34 individual distinctions. The annual guide recognizes the world's leading patent practitioners and firms based on extensive research and feedback from peers and clients. Learn more: https://bit.ly/44yWFhX

What does FinCEN's latest Section 314(b) guidance mean for financial institutions? The expanded guidance on voluntary information sharing for suspected fraud offenses could have important implications for compliance and anti-fraud programs. Read more: https://bit.ly/3QIYu8X

Looking to advise leading global clients on complex restructurings and high-stakes insolvency matters? Join MoFo’s dynamic Business Restructuring + Insolvency group, where you’ll collaborate with a creative and pragmatic team dedicated to finding innovative solutions for a broad range of participants in distressed markets and help them navigate their most complex issues. Apply now and advance your career: https://bit.ly/3PFfDPS

MoFo's Carrie H. Cohen appeared on Lawyers Who Learn's podcast to speak about current trends in federal law enforcement and new priorities including the increasing role of State Attorneys General in all areas of enforcement: https://bit.ly/4eW117V

Congratulations to MoFo's Richard Nugent and Shane Shelley on being recognized in Lawdragon's 2026 list of Leading Global Tax Lawyers. The guide honors leaders in complex tax transactions, disputes, and private wealth. Learn more: https://bit.ly/43TgFvy

Best Lawyers Germany 2027 has recognized 24 MoFo lawyers across 52 rankings in its latest guide. Christoph Wagner was named 2027 Lawyer of the Year in Berlin for Telecommunications Law, while 11 MoFo lawyers were recognized as Ones to Watch. Read more: https://bit.ly/4uPKqZ6

Incoming 1Ls and current law students, join MoFo on July 15 for our Summer in the City Reception at our new Seattle office. Meet our attorneys, grow your network, and learn more about life at the firm. RSVP to secure your spot: https://bit.ly/4b0Vf3w

The new California Consumer Privacy Act Regulations are now in effect, but does that mean businesses must complete privacy risk assessments in 2026? MoFo’s Mary Race examines this key compliance question and highlights what organizations should be considering now: https://bit.ly/4gpbCuf