We are pleased to announce that income member Margery Newman has been recognized by Chamber USA 2021 as a leading lawyer. Margery was selected as a leading construction attorney in Illinois for her work in construction litigation, contract negotiation, mechanics lien claims and MBE/WBE/DBE certification. Chambers emphasized Margery’s work in the specialty trade contractors industry, stating “she […]

Capital member Rich Lenkov joined WMBD’s The Craig Collins Show on June 30 to discuss Bill Cosby’s overturned sexual assault conviction and release. Rich also joined Lisa Dent on WGN Radio’s Pinch Hitters on July 1 to discuss the Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s ruling and what the dismissal means, constitutional protections […]

Capital member Geoff Bryce was recently quoted in “Forging a Contract for a COVID-Exit World” for Construction Executive magazine. The article notes that due to the pandemic and continued rising costs of materials, contractors are increasingly turning to construction law firms to navigate contract language and delayed projects. The nation’s […]

Downey & Lenkov is proud to announce that income member Kirsten Kaiser Kus has been named a finalist for Claims and Litigation Management Alliance’s (CLM) Professionals of the Year Awards in the Outside Defense Counsel category. Nominations were based on their individual commitment to CLM, leadership in the industry and significant contribution to the success […]

Downey & Lenkov proudly sponsored Northern Illinois University College of Law’s 16th Annual Law Golf Outing at River Heights Golf Course on June 11. Proceeds from the event went towards the NIU Law Council’s Student Scholarship Fund and other related alumni programs. The NIU Alumni Council is comprised of alumni […]

Downey & Lenkov was proud to support Legal Prep Charter Academy’s 5th Annual Eat.Drink.Give Gala on June 10. The proceeds benefit Legal Prep’s transition back to the building by ensuring teachers and staff have enough necessary resources to provide high-quality education. Capital member Rich Lenkov and income member Juan Anderson […]

Capital member Storrs Downey joined WGN Radio’s Legal Face-Off podcast on June 8. Storrs discussed the latest in employment news, including mental health conditions in the workplace in the wake of the Naomi Osaka headlines. Fellow capital member Rich Lenkov hosts the longstanding legal podcast. Watch the full interview. 

Chicago income member Brian Rosenblatt presented “Livestreams, Licenses and Special Clauses” for Pennsylvania Presenters on May 19. The presentation covered various types of licenses independent venues need to secure in order to livestream performances, performance cancellation insurance, contract force majeure issues and more. Pennsylvania Presenters is a non-profit organization dedicated […]

Of counsel Cary Schwimmer present “When Differences Become Dangerous” at the 2021 SHRM-Memphis Legal Conference: Unmasking Solutions for the Changing Workplace on April 20. The hybrid in-person and virtual conference covered a range of topics including: Possible immigration and FLSA policy changes under President Biden that could affect employers Best […]

Capital member Geoff Bryce recently presented for the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) on March 16. Geoff joined a panel discussing insurance coverage issues arising out of COVID-19. Topics included: Property/business interruption Commercial general liability Workers’ compensation Cyber insurance Employment practices liability insurance Learn more about ASCE.