By: Margery Newman In our May 2025 Construction Newsletter edition, the article “DEI Is Dead. Long Live Economic Development” was published, addressing affirmative action programs in the construction industry. As more information has become available, this article is being updated to address more specifically what steps Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (“DBE”) […]

We’re excited to share that Downey & Lenkov has been named in the 2026 Best Law Firms® rankings by Best Lawyers®. This year, we were selected as Tier 1 in Construction Law and Construction Litigation nationally and regionally. Additionally, we’ve been ranked regionally for Workers’ Compensation. We appreciate the recognition […]

University of North Carolina School of Law Burton Craige Professor of Jurisprudence Michael Gerhardt discussed a possible Trump third term. Spivey Consulting Founder and CEO Mike Spivey explains the increasing trend in law school applicants. SAP Chief Legal Counsel and author Michelle Trong Perrin-Steinberg joins LFO to discuss her new […]

Levin & Associates, PLLC Managing Partner Duncan Levin joins Rich and Tina to discuss the latest with Letitia James’ indictment. The Texas Trial Group Managing Partner Ryan Downton discusses the injunction that allowed the Vanderbilt football team to bring back its quarterback for a sixth season. Mississippi College School of […]

Income Member Brian Rosenblatt served as a panelist for a Q&A session on Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law, hosted by the Sports and Entertainment Law Society at Chicago-Kent College of Law. Attendees gained valuable perspective from Brian’s extensive experience representing NBA All-Stars, NFL players, award-winning songwriters, and multi-platinum recording artists. […]

Seyfarth Partner and former Federal Prosecutor Leon Rodriguez explains the Trump administration’s H-1B visas and their intended policy. Social Media Victims Law Center Founding Attorney Matthew Bergman returns to discuss the lawsuits involving AI chatbots coaching teen suicides. Krill Strategies Principal and Founder Patrick Krill joins Legal Face-Off to break […]

Please welcome our new Associate Zoe Arthurson-McColl. Zoe concentrates her practice in workers’ compensation and general liability matters. She is a dedicated attorney who is committed to defending her clients’ interests and has achieved favorable results through effective courtroom advocacy and strategic negotiation. She handles all aspects of litigation, including trial, oral arguments […]

Bidders, get ready! USLI’s #OctoberTogether Auction goes live Tuesday, October 7. Downey & Lenkov is proud to once again support this important cause. This year, we’re auctioning “Accessories for a Cozy Home” — the perfect way to treat yourself or gift a little luxury. 100% of proceeds benefit Breastcancer.org, a […]

UC Berkeley Law Dean Erwin Chemerinsky joins Rich and Tina to discuss the latest on Gavin Newsom’s ban on ICE agents wearing face masks in California. George Washington University Law School Lyle T. Alverson Professor of Law Catherine Ross discusses the legality of terminating employees over comments made about Charlie […]

Congratulations to Capital Member Kirsten Kaiser Kus! She was recognized as Influential Woman of the Year in Law at the Northwest Indiana Influential Women Association Annual Awards Banquet. Law is about more than knowing the rules—it’s about using your voice, your judgment and your platform to advocate, protect and uphold […]