Articles from Neal Gerber Eisenberg

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce the return of David (Dave) Theyssen as a partner in the firm’s Real Estate practice group. Dave rejoins NGE after previously working at the firm from 2011 to 2019, rising from associate to partner during his tenure.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg is proud to announce that Chief Operating Officer Sonia Menon has been appointed Chair of the All Stars Project (ASP) of Chicago Board. A dedicated advocate for youth empowerment and community involvement, Sonia has been an integral member of the ASP of Chicago Board since 2019 and the All Stars Project National Board of Directors since 2022. In this leadership role, she will help spearhead efforts to expand ASP's transformative programs, which equip youth from underserved and underinvested communities with critical career development opportunities.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce that Kate Campbell has been elected to the firm's partnership in the Intellectual Property group, effective January 1, 2025.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) today announced plans to move to The Bell (225 West Randolph Street), a newly renovated Chicago landmark, from its current office at Two North Lasalle Street in May 2025. The new location, recently rebranded The Bell in a nod to its origins as the Illinois Bell Building, opened in 1966 and was designated a Chicago landmark in 2021.

NGE is pleased to announce that the firm has been named one of the Best Law Firms for Women and Diversity by Seramount. This is our tenth year of recognition, and we are proud to be inducted into Seramount's Hall of Fame.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce the addition of Chad Richman as a partner in the Real Estate practice group.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce the addition of Jonathan (Jon) Ksiazek as a partner in the Labor & Employment practice group. He joins NGE from Chicago law firm Robbins DiMonte, where he was a shareholder.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce the election of intellectual property attorney Kara Michels and real estate attorney Kevin Schneider to the firm’s partnership, effective January 1, 2024.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is proud to announce that it has achieved a platinum rating from the All Legal Industry Sustainability Standard (ALISS) assessment. NGE is one of just four firms globally to receive this top rating from ALISS, which assesses sustainability and ESG efforts in the legal industry.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce that Chief Operating Officer Sonia Menon is a recipient of the 2023 Step Up Inspiration Award. Sonia has been selected as Step Up's executive honoree in Chicago for her commitment to mentorship, gender equity, and her work designing her firm's corporate social responsibility (CSR) program, including developing new initiatives to enhance the recruitment, advancement, and retention of traditionally underrepresented individuals.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce that Seramount named the firm as one of the 50 Best Law Firms for Women and Diversity. The list recognizes firms that use best practices in recruiting, retaining, promoting, and developing women lawyers and lawyers from underrepresented groups, including people of color.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce that seven of its attorneys have received the 2023 Award for Excellence in Pro Bono Service from the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the Chicago Chapter of the Federal Bar Association.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce that Chief Operating Officer Sonia Menon has been elected to the national Board of Directors of All Stars Project, Inc. (ASP), a privately-funded national nonprofit that provides free afterschool development programs to thousands of inner-city youth. Its development through performance approach empowers young people to dream bigger dreams and create success in their lives. Menon will also be a member of the ASP’s newly formed Executive Committee of the board, which will provide guidance and direction to ASP’s strategic goals and initiatives.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce the addition of Kristin Michaels as a partner in the Labor & Employment practice group. Most recently, Michaels served as Chief Legal Counsel of a national media company.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce that Steven F. Pflaum is a recipient of the Justice John Paul Stevens Award. Presented by the Chicago Bar Association and Chicago Bar Foundation, the award recognizes Pflaum's lifetime commitment to equal justice for all.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce the addition of Andrew Douglass as a partner in the Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation practice group. Douglass joins from Reed Smith LLP in Chicago.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce the addition of Spring Health, a new mental wellness benefit for attorneys and staff. The personalized mental health care platform deepens NGE’s commitment to the whole well-being of its employees.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce the addition of Gregory Grove as a partner in the Corporate & Securities practice group. Grove joins from Much Shelist, where he led the Startups & Venture Capital practice and was head of its blockchain team. At NGE, Grove joins the venture capital team led by partner Michael Gray.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg is pleased to announce the addition of Jeffrey S. Ward as a partner in the Intellectual Property practice group. Before joining NGE, Jeff was a partner at Green, Griffith & Borg-Breen, and Merchant & Gould.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce the election of four new partners to the firm’s partnership effective January 1, 2022: Andrea Stein Fuelleman of the Intellectual Property group, Eric M. McLimore of the Taxation group, David C. Presser of the Corporate & Securities group and Collette A. Woghiren of the Litigation group.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce the addition of Frank Paolini as a partner in the Private Wealth Services practice group. Paolini joins from Dentons, where he was partner in the Chicago Trusts, Estates and Wealth Preservation group.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce the addition of Elliott Blanchard as a partner in the Corporate & Securities practice group. Blanchard joins from Schlam Stone & Dolan LLP in New York.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce the return of Elaine Taussig as partner in the Corporate & Securities practice group. She was previously a partner at the firm until her departure in 2009.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg is pleased to announce the addition of Emer Simic as partner in the Intellectual Property practice group. Simic joins from Green, Griffith & Borg-Breen LLP, where she was a partner in their IP Litigation practice.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce that Corporate & Securities Group Chair Robert G. Gerber has been named the third managing partner in the firm’s 35-year history. Gerber, who began his career with NGE as a summer associate in 1997, is the first managing partner to rise through the firm’s associate ranks. He will assume his new role on June 1, 2021, and he will continue to serve on the firm’s Executive Committee. He succeeds Scott J. Fisher, who led the firm as managing partner for five years.