MS&K Again Ranked Among Leading Tax Law Firms in Tax Directors Handbook 2012

Describing MS&K as "a top-quality mid-sized firm," Tax Directors Handbook 2012 recognizes David Wheeler Newman's expertise in tax planning and charitable giving, Allan Cutrow's similar practice that includes controversy representation, Jeff Davine's recommended federal and SALT tax controversy practice, and Bob Lowe's strong employee benefits practice.  In addition, MS&K is described as having "an excellent reputation for entrepreneurial support and a particularly developed niche in the entertainment sector, intellectual property, and trust and estate tax."

Ofer Lion Named One of "Five Associates to Watch in 2012"

The Los Angeles Business Journal has named Ofer Lion as one of "Five Associates to Watch in 2012," recognizing his achievements as a tax attorney specializing in the nonprofit sector.

Coyoca Named to Lawdragon 500

MS&K litigation partner Lucia Coyoca was named to The Lawdragon 500, a guide to leading lawyers in the U.S. that includes far less than 1% of the legal profession. Ms. Coyoca has extensive jury and bench trial, arbitration, and mediation experience in a broad range of entertainment, insurance and other industry matters.

Christine Lepera Joins MIDEM 2012 Conference Panel

Christine Lepera will be a member of the panel "Building Your Artist Brand as a Business," that will take place Sunday, January 29th, at the MIDEM 2012 Conference.

Eric Schwartz to Moderate ABA 27th Annual IP Law Conference Panel

MS&K Intellectual Property & Technology Partner Eric Schwartz will moderate the panel "International Copyright Law Developments" at the ABA 27th Annual IP Law Conference.

MS&K Honored For Its Contributions to 2011 Food From the Bar Campaign

Over 180 people from MS&K participated in the 3rd annual "Food From the Bar" Campaign, a friendly competition among law firms, governmental agencies, and other legal organizations in Los Angeles, with the goal of raising money and food to benefit the Los Angeles Regional and Westside Foodbanks.  At the Food From the Bar End-of-Campaign Reception, MS&K was honored as one of a handful of firms contributing at the highest "Platinum Level" of combined money, food and volunteer hours.  In addition, the firm received the Cornucopia Award for the most food collected by any participating organization.  We are proud to support the LA Foodbank and its important service to the community.