📢 Exciting News! We are pleased to share that we have again ranked in the top 10 of the 2024 The National Law Journal (NLJ) 500 Women in Law Scorecard. This prestigious annual list ranks the top 350 largest firms in the country based on the total percentage of female attorneys and partners. We are honored to have secured a spot in the top 10 for three consecutive years and to have consistently ranked in the top 20 for years beyond that. We are proud that our firm's rankings reflect our steadfast commitment to promoting gender equity, fostering diversity, and empowering women in the legal industry. To learn more about this achievement, please visit https://lnkd.in/g4RttBGY. #WSHB #WomenInLawScorecard #WomenInLaw #DiversityandInclusion #LegalIndustry #LegalRankings #TopTen
About us
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman offers world-class representation for clients ranging from individuals to Fortune 500 corporations, with an emphasis on small to middle market firms. We offer services across a comprehensive range of practice areas. By combining decades of experience and in-depth legal knowledge with innovative management and the use of technology, we anticipate problems, seize opportunities and get cases resolved. Diversity is one of our core principles. This is reflected in the recruitment, training and promotion of our attorneys and, ultimately, the selection of our partners. The divergent backgrounds of our lawyers provide us with a wide-ranging perspective and leads to innovative strategies that yield efficient, successful results. From business and transactional matters to the toughest commercial and civil litigation, WSHB delivers the resources and experience of a large firm while maintaining outstanding, personal client service. All focused on one goal: the best possible outcomes of our client’s legal matters.
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http://www.wshblaw.com
External link for Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
- Industry
- Law Practice
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Los Angeles, CA
- Type
- Partnership
- Founded
- 1997
- Specialties
- Toxic Tort, General Liability, Commercial/Business Litigation, Mass Torts/Class Action Defense, Construction, Medical Malpractice, Employment, Professional Liability, Product Liability, Municipality/Public Agency, Environmental Law, Real Estate, Transportation, Insurance, London Insurance Market, and Cybersecurity
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Employees at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
Updates
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Congratulations to trial attorney and partner Ryan Deane on his resounding victory in a complex medical malpractice case! After an intense, over a month-long jury trial, an Orange County, CA, jury rejected a six-million dollar demand and returned a defense verdict in favor of our client, a gynecological surgeon. https://lnkd.in/gcx-n3wa. #WSHB #TrialWin #TrialAttorneys #MedicalMalpractice #MedicalNegligence #JusticePrevails 🎉
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🌟 Exciting Career Opportunity 🌟 Our two Los Angeles County offices are seeking talented and motivated associate attorneys to join our growing team! We want to hear from you if you're passionate about civil litigation and thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment! Opportunities to handle a wide variety of litigation, including commercial, catastrophic injury, complex torts, construction, employment defense, business, transportation, habitability, medical malpractice, products liability, professional liability, and more. Find your passion, and come grow with us! We offer a flexible work-from-home policy, a unique bonus structure, and opportunities for advancement. Whether you're a recent California Bar admittee or a seasoned attorney, all experience levels are welcome to apply. Send your resume today to [email protected]. #WSHB #LegalJobs #LosAngelesOpportunity #LawFirmHiring
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Join us online on Wednesday, July 31st, from 1 to 2 p.m. CT for the "Insurance 101 for Lawyers" webinar hosted by the Professional Liability Underwriting Society (PLUS). This webinar will feature Michelle Arbitrio, the managing partner at WSHB's White Plains office, alongside Frederick Fisher, J.D., CCP of Fisher Consulting Group, and Lara Jo Taibi of HUB International. This event is tailored for recent law school graduates and new associates looking to deepen their understanding of the insurance industry. Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to gain valuable insights from experts and enhance your understanding of the insurance industry! Register today at https://lnkd.in/gMJ4B6h7. #WSHB #PLUS
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Congratulations to Andrew Kessler, managing partner of WSHB's Philadelphia office, for his hard-earned victory in an arbitration case that had been ongoing for seven years. Despite pandemic delays and growing demands, Andy remained steadfast, ultimately securing a favorable award in favor of the defense. To read more, please visit https://lnkd.in/gPYiVUA4. #WSHB #WSHBPhiladelphia #TrialAttorneys
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🏗 Colorado's housing market is in the spotlight as legislative proposals aim to address affordability challenges while considering construction industry concerns. With the state's housing shortfall and high interest rates, it's a crucial time for reform. Learn more about the competing bills SB 24-106 and HB 24-130 and their potential impact on the construction industry in Colorado in this insightful article by WSHB partner Ryan M. Hicks published in Construction Claims Magazine: https://lnkd.in/gGAfjkC7. #WSHB #CLM #ConstructionClaims 🏡
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WSHB's Fresno office is hiring! Our Fresno team enjoys great clients with interesting cases in a wide range of practice areas, including commercial litigation, employment, professional liability, agribusiness, construction, products liability, and mass and toxic torts. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment and take pride in our commitment to diversity in hiring across the entire firm. To learn more and apply, visit https://lnkd.in/gsn_zXwy. #WSHB #WSHBFresno #LegalJobs #JoinUs #OpportunityKnocks 🌟
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Our Michigan office achieved a major win in a complex transportation case thanks to the efforts of partner Mike Spinazzola and senior associate Hass Merhi. Their strategic legal arguments led the Court to grant our motion on all counts with prejudice, recognizing the strength of our arguments and the undeniable facts of the case. This victory is a result of amazing teamwork and dedication! Find out more at https://lnkd.in/ggX_Y_dV. #WSHB #LegalVictory #TrialLawyers #TeamWork 🙌
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Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP partner Carla Braunstein as a guest speaker. In a panel discussion with Dave Luxa and Michael Villalba from Pete Fowler Construction, Carla will discuss navigating large loss matters. Register today at https://lnkd.in/dMYhTzEX.
Navigating large losses can be complex. Register now for our free webinar on Thursday, July 25th, where industry experts will discuss handling complex claims, understanding Xactimate's role, and offering insights for accurate estimations in large losses. You won't want to miss this valuable program! Register for the webinar and see our continuing education credit details here: https://lnkd.in/dMYhTzEX #Webinar #Claims #Estimating
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In a highly anticipated presentation, trial partner Frances OMeara will be a featured speaker on the Power of Arbitration in Professional Malpractice Law at the upcoming Defense Lawyers Association 2024 Annual Convention. Nationally recognized for her results in handling complex professional liability matters, Frances will be speaking on August 1st at 8:30 a.m. in Buffalo, Wyoming. To find out more and to attend, please visit https://wyodlaw.com/. #WSHB #ProfessionalMalpractice #ProfessionalLiability #SpeakingEngagement 🎙️
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