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Two Berenzweig Leonard Attorneys Recognized by Virginia Lawyers Weekly

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | September 3, 2024 | Firm News

We are proud to share that two of our attorneys were recognized by Virginia Lawyers Weekly as 2024 Leaders in the Law and Up & Coming Lawyers!Congratulations to Nick Johnson and Samy Abdallah on this amazing accomplishment. Leaders in the Law honors Virginia attorneys…

The Dawn Of A New Era: The NCAA’s New NIL Rules and the Recent Legal Developments in College Athletics

by Charles L. Bonani | August 30, 2024 | Entertainment, Sports, & Media Law

As the 2024 college football season gets underway, the legal rights and classifications of college athletes are in the midst of a historic and rapid transformation, initiated by a spate of lawsuits starting in 2009 which have primarily challenged the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s (NCAA) (1) restrictions on college…

Berenzweig Leonard Attorneys Honored in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | August 15, 2024 | Firm News

Please join us in celebrating three Berenzweig Leonard attorneys on their recognition in the 31st edition of The Best Lawyers in America®! Seth Berenzweig – Commercial Litigation Kristin Zech – Commercial Litigation & Employment Law –…

Award-Winning M&A Attorneys Featured in Virginia Lawyers Weekly

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | July 23, 2024 | Firm News

Congratulations to Managing Partner Seth Berenzweig and Counsel Connie Phelps, who were recently featured in Virginia Lawyers Weekly‘s special section on Mergers & Acquisitions! Seth and Connie are both award-winning, experienced transactional attorneys with proven track records of business success. Their passion for helping clients…

Berenzweig Leonard Welcomes Olivia Genar-Fernandez

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | July 17, 2024 | Firm News

Berenzweig Leonard is pleased to welcome Olivia Genar-Fernandez as our new Marketing Assistant! Olivia recently earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business with a concentration in Marketing from George Mason University. She brings valuable experience gained in her previous marketing…

Declan Leonard Named 2024 ‘Go To Lawyer’ for Employment Law by Virginia Lawyers Weekly

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | July 10, 2024 | Firm News

Berenzweig Leonard’s Managing Partner, Declan Leonard, has been named a 2024 ‘Go To Lawyer’ for Employment Law by Virginia Lawyers Weekly!Declan’s expertise in employment law has been crucial in advising clients and sharing knowledge to help businesses proactively address…

Introducing Our 2024 Summer Law Clerks

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | June 3, 2024 | Firm News

Berenzweig Leonard is pleased to announce our 2024 Summer Law Clerks! We are excited to welcome Aaron Silva, a rising 3L from The George Washington University Law School, and Sang Hwan Lee, a rising 3L from…

Berenzweig Leonard Named One of Virginia’s Largest Law Firms in 2024

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | May 31, 2024 | Firm News

Berenzweig Leonard, LLP has been named one of Virginia’s Largest Law Firms in 2024 by Virginia Lawyers Weekly. Our growth is driven by our commitment to exceptional legal services and making a positive community impact. Thank you to…

Navigating the Strategic Exit: A Guide for Startup Founders

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | May 7, 2024 | M&A and Corporate

In the dynamic world of startups, for many founders, the ultimate goal is often an exit in the form of a strategic merger or acquisition that propels the company to new heights. Navigating this crucial phase requires careful planning, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding…

Understanding the GDPR Data Privacy Framework (DPF)

by Elizabeth Payne-Maddalena | April 9, 2024 | Cybersecurity & Data Privacy

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union has been a source of headaches for many US businesses since its inception. The GDPR and its sister laws in the UK and Switzerland regulate how companies can collect, use, and store specific data about…