Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jun 29, 2023 Thomas Grow joins Littler Mendelson Thomas Grow, previously Vice President at Charter Communications, has joined Littler Mendelson as Shareholder in the firm's Labor Management Relations Practice Group. Mr. Grow focuses his practice on advising and representing corporate clients in a broad range of labor and employment matters. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings. Apr 22, 2026 Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner join Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner, previously Partners at Sullivan & Cromwell, have joined Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as Partners in the firm's Appellate Practice. The team brings experience in appellate advocacy, including in the Office of the Solicitor General.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jan 26, 2026 Taylor Kiessig rejoins Eversheds Sutherland Taylor Kiessig, previously Special Counsel in the IRS Office of Chief Counsel, has rejoined Eversheds Sutherland as Partner in the firm's Tax Practice Group. Taylor advises clients on US federal and international tax planning, cross‑border transactions, and the taxation of financial products. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings. Apr 22, 2026 Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner join Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner, previously Partners at Sullivan & Cromwell, have joined Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as Partners in the firm's Appellate Practice. The team brings experience in appellate advocacy, including in the Office of the Solicitor General.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Mar 11, 2024 Matthew Gurch joins Baker Botts Matthew Gurch, previously Partner at Stoel Rives, has joined Baker Botts as Partner in the firm's Energy, Projects & Transactions Section of the Global Projects Department. Matthew's practice focuses on advising sponsors, private lenders and development banks in domestic and international energy and infrastructure project development and financings. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings. Apr 22, 2026 Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner join Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner, previously Partners at Sullivan & Cromwell, have joined Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as Partners in the firm's Appellate Practice. The team brings experience in appellate advocacy, including in the Office of the Solicitor General.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jan 3, 2023 Nancy Stade joins Foley Hoag Nancy Stade, previously Partner at Sidley Austin, has joined Foley Hoag as Partner in the firm’s FDA Practice Group. Ms. Stade will focus on counseling manufacturers of medical technologies, including diagnostic tests, combination products, and Software as a Medical Device; radiation-emitting products; and consumer and digital health products. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings. Apr 22, 2026 Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner join Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner, previously Partners at Sullivan & Cromwell, have joined Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as Partners in the firm's Appellate Practice. The team brings experience in appellate advocacy, including in the Office of the Solicitor General.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jul 10, 2023 Erik Milch joins Proskauer Rose Erik Milch, previously Partner at Cooley, has joined Proskauer Rose as Partner in the firm's Patent Litigation Practice. Mr. Milch has extensive experience in all aspects of patent litigation from pre-filing through appeal, including enforcement of patents against competitors and defense of patent infringement allegations. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings. Apr 22, 2026 Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner join Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner, previously Partners at Sullivan & Cromwell, have joined Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as Partners in the firm's Appellate Practice. The team brings experience in appellate advocacy, including in the Office of the Solicitor General.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Nov 2, 2025 Janet Kim joins Cooley Janet Kim, previously Partner at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, has joined Cooley as Partner in the firm's Tech Regulatory and Defense Practice. Janet's practice focuses on online safety and artificial intelligence regulatory defense for global technology companies, especially in the European Union and UK. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings. Apr 22, 2026 Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner join Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner, previously Partners at Sullivan & Cromwell, have joined Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as Partners in the firm's Appellate Practice. The team brings experience in appellate advocacy, including in the Office of the Solicitor General.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Mar 6, 2023 Garrison presents to Georgetown Law Matt Schwartz and Gary McGinnis presented a "DC Market Overview" program to rising 2L students. (3/6/23) Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings. Apr 22, 2026 Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner join Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner, previously Partners at Sullivan & Cromwell, have joined Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as Partners in the firm's Appellate Practice. The team brings experience in appellate advocacy, including in the Office of the Solicitor General.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jul 17, 2023 Theodore (Ted) Hunt joins Dentons Theodore (Ted) Hunt, former Surface Transportation Board (STB) Associate General Counsel, has joined Dentons as Partner in the firm's Federal Regulatory and Compliance Practice. Mr. Hunt focuses on regulatory work and litigation for companies in the transportation industry as well as other regulated industries. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings. Apr 22, 2026 Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner join Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner, previously Partners at Sullivan & Cromwell, have joined Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as Partners in the firm's Appellate Practice. The team brings experience in appellate advocacy, including in the Office of the Solicitor General.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Mar 8, 2023 Mark Shaffer joins Greenberg Traurig Mark Shaffer, previously Principal at Offit Kurman, has joined Greenberg Traurig as Shareholder. Mr. Shaffer focuses his practice on construction litigation, land use litigation, leasing disputes, and eminent domain. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings. Apr 22, 2026 Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner join Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner, previously Partners at Sullivan & Cromwell, have joined Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as Partners in the firm's Appellate Practice. The team brings experience in appellate advocacy, including in the Office of the Solicitor General.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jul 23, 2024 Garrison Promotes Erin Sears to Partner WASHINGTON, D.C., July 23, 2024 – Garrison today announced the promotion of Erin Sears from Vice President to Partner. “We are very excited to elevate Erin to Partner,” said Garrison partner Dan Binstock . “Since joining Garrison in 2018, Erin has demonstrated the skills and tenacity to succeed at the highest level. We have always been proud to have Erin on our team, and this recognition is much deserved.” Erin’s practice focuses on law firm placements, spanning regulatory, transactional and litigation practices. She brings particular knowledge of practices with regulatory components, especially financial services and banking. “Erin receives more referrals than any recruiter with whom I have worked,” said Garrison partner Matt Schwartz . “Her referrals are a testament to her extensive knowledge, creative thinking, hard work, and most importantly, results.” “Erin is an exceptional recruiter,” said Garrison partner Nancy Palermo . “She is respected by our clients and a wonderful advocate for her candidates. In addition, her professionalism, excellent writing ability, and great sense of humor are appreciated by everyone on our team. I look forward to having her as my colleague and friend for years to come.” “I am so appreciative of the confidence that Garrison has in me,” said Erin. “I am thankful every day to work alongside likeminded colleagues who are so dedicated to our candidates and clients.” Erin added, “We have such a collaborative approach and genuinely enjoy working together, which is so important in this business.” Prior to joining Garrison, Erin practiced for twelve years at Paul Hastings in Washington, D.C., as well as at Three Crowns, an elite international arbitration boutique. Her law firm experience has proved an invaluable asset in understanding the DC market. Before practicing, Erin earned her J.D. from Washington University in St. Louis (2004) and her B.S. from the University of Maryland (2001), with double degrees in International Business and Logistics/Transportation, along with double minors in Portuguese and Spanish. About Garrison Since 1986, elite attorneys, law firms, and corporations have entrusted Garrison with their most important lateral searches due to a unique blend of market expertise, connections, and candor. Over the years, Garrison recruiters have placed well over 2000 attorneys in all types of law firms and in-house legal departments, with an emphasis on the Washington, D.C. market. For more information on Garrison, visit https://www.g-s.com/ . Press Release - Erin Sears - 7-23-24 .pdf Download PDF • 54KB Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings. Apr 22, 2026 Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner join Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner, previously Partners at Sullivan & Cromwell, have joined Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as Partners in the firm's Appellate Practice. The team brings experience in appellate advocacy, including in the Office of the Solicitor General.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jul 31, 2023 Koren Wong-Ervin joins Jones Day Koren Wong-Ervin, previously Partner at Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider, has joined Jones Day as Partner in the firm’s Antitrust & Competition Law Practice. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings. Apr 22, 2026 Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner join Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner, previously Partners at Sullivan & Cromwell, have joined Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as Partners in the firm's Appellate Practice. The team brings experience in appellate advocacy, including in the Office of the Solicitor General.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Sep 15, 2024 Tyler Thompson joins Reed Smith Tyler Thompson, previously Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig, has joined Reed Smith as Partner in the firm's Emerging Technologies Practice. Tyler advises clients on data privacy and protection, technology contracts, websites and mobile apps, digital accessibility, artificial intelligence, and data issues in the franchise space. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings. Apr 22, 2026 Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner join Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner, previously Partners at Sullivan & Cromwell, have joined Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as Partners in the firm's Appellate Practice. The team brings experience in appellate advocacy, including in the Office of the Solicitor General.