In The News

08.09.19

Congress Introduces Online Privacy Bill Addressing Consumer Genetic Tests

Manatt’s Scott Lashway, co-leader of the firm’s privacy and data security practice, spoke with STAT on Congress’ concerns about potential privacy issues with consumer genetics tests.


08.05.19

Katy Perry Defeated in ‘Dark Horse’ Music Infringement Suit

Manatt’s Robert Jacobs, leader of the firm’s entertainment litigation practice, spoke to the Daily Journal on a decision in a recent music infringement lawsuit filed against pop singer Katy Perry.


08.02.19

Five States Approve Medicaid Expansion Vote for 2020 Election Ballots

Manatt’s Patricia Boozang, a senior managing director with Manatt Health, spoke with Bloomberg Law on new ballot initiatives in five states to expand Medicaid. 


08.02.19

Legal Speak Interviews Wilson and Her Life Partner on Work-Life Balance, Diversity and Inclusion

Manatt’s Donna L. Wilson, CEO and Managing Partner of the firm, was featured on ALM’s Legal Speak podcast along with her life partner Linda Kornfeld, co-chair of Blank Rome’s insurance recovery practice. 


08.01.19

Manatt Secures Deal for Songwriters Behind Upcoming Country Musical

As reported by Variety, Manatt’s W. Joseph Anderson, an attorney in the firm’s entertainment practice, is representing songwriters Shane Stevens and Karyn Rochelle, who will write the music and lyrics for an untitled country musical for Paramount Players.  


07.31.19

New Study Reveals Low Number of Female Biotech CEOs

Manatt’s Lisa Suennen, leader of the firm’s digital and technology group, spoke with BioPharma Dive about the low number of female CEOs in the biotech industry.


07.31.19

Trump Administration Unveils New Plan for Drug Imports

Manatt’s Ian Spatz, a senior advisor with Manatt Health, spoke with Inside Health Policy on the Trump administration’s newly announced two-track plan to allow drug importation.  


07.29.19

Bromley Among Music Industry Leaders Named to Music Artists Coalition

Manatt’s Jordan Bromley, leader of the firm’s entertainment transactions and finance practice, has been named to the board of a new lobbying group composed of leading figures in the music industry.


07.26.19

Democrats, Republicans in Congress Clash Over Drug Pricing Legislation

Manatt’s Ian Spatz, senior advisor with Manatt Health, spoke with BioCentury about new drug pricing legislation in Congress. 


07.25.19

Special Counsel Robert Mueller Testifies Before Congress on Report

Manatt’s Jack Quinn, leader of the firm’s regulatory and group, spoke with CNN on Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s testimony before Congress on July 24 and potential implications of the hearing.