Pierson Ferdinand LLP

We are excited to announce that Christine Baker has joined PierFerd as a Partner in our Intellectual Property practice, working across Boston, Washington D.C., and California! Christine brings significant expertise in trademark law, having managed portfolios for both emerging companies and large corporations in industries ranging from beauty and biotechnology to pharmaceuticals and sports. Her impressive track record includes overseeing the trademark portfolios of First Aid Beauty and Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare prior to their high-profile acquisitions. Joel Ferdinand, Co-Chairman of Pierson Ferdinand, shared, “We are delighted to welcome Christine to PierFerd. Her extensive trademark law expertise and proven ability to manage complex trademark portfolios aligns perfectly with our strategic vision for the practice. Her strategic foresight and entrepreneurialism will make her a fantastic addition to PierFerd and our dynamic IP team.” Christine’s deep knowledge and experience will be invaluable as she joins our talented IP department, helping us continue to offer top-tier service and expand our capabilities in trademark law and brand strategy. See the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/ehfQ3qfY Please join us in welcoming Christine to the PierFerd family! #WelcomeToTheFirm #IntellectualProperty #TrademarkLaw #PierFerd

We are thrilled to announce that John Booher has joined PierFerd as a Partner in our Corporate Department and growing Mergers and Acquisitions Practice! John brings over 20 years of experience in the M&A space, having advised clients in high-growth industries such as life sciences, healthcare, satellite/aerospace, and technology. His deep expertise in both public and private transactions, as well as his strong relationships with entrepreneurs and asset managers, make him a valuable addition to the PierFerd team. Michael Pierson, Co-Chairman of Pierson Ferdinand, shared his excitement: “PierFerd is thrilled to welcome John. His vast experience across public and private transactions, particularly in some of the most exciting growth sectors in today’s economy, will be instrumental as we grow PierFerd’s M&A practice.” Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/eQwNRuPZ #welcometothefirm #pierferd #pierferdpartners #mergersandacquisitions

Congratulations to our PierFerd Partners who were recognized by Best Lawyers in America 2025. These accomplished individuals have been selected for their expertise in specific categories, showcasing PierFerd's depth of talent and dedication to excellence. Katie Maxwell Ackels: One to Watch in America (Commercial Litigation) Scott Agthe: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law; Litigation – Labor and Employment Sami Asaad: Employment Law - Management Radha Bachman: Health Care Law Ryan Beard: Litigation - Patent Gordon Berger: Employment Law – Management Vincent Bushnell: Copyright Law; Litigation – Intellectual Property Tiffany N. Comprés, Esq., LL.M., FCIArb, B.C.S.: International Arbitration – Commercial Tyler Ewell Giles: Corporate Law; Mergers and Acquisitions Law Amy Epstein Gluck: Litigation - Labor and Employment Debra Hill: Franchise Law Nicole Waid: Privacy and Data Security Law Benjamin Jacobs: One to Watch in America (Labor and Employment Law – Management) Bates Lovett: Product Liability Litigation – Defendants James Marshall: One to Watch in America (Alternative Dispute Resolution) Todd W. Martin: Insurance Law Mark Mathis: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law Matthew May: One to Watch in America (Commercial Litigation; Insurance Law) Maryam Meseha, Esq. (CIPP/US): Commercial Litigation Dan Messeloff: Commercial Litigation; Employment Law – Management; Litigation - Labor and Employment Eric Meyer: Litigation - Labor and Employment Kurt Mullen: Insurance Law Irene Oria: Litigation – Insurance; Litigation – Securities Matthew S. Parrish: Commercial Finance Law; Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Securities/Capital Markets Law Leanne Prendergast: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Commercial Litigation David Eric Reid: Public Finance Law Yine Rodríguez Pérez: One to Watch in America (Commercial Litigation) Sid Steinberg: Employment Law - Management Denise Stevens: Copyright Law; Entertainment Law – Music Robert Taylor: Banking and Finance Law Kenneth Thompson, Jr.: Commercial Litigation Thomas Walker: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law Susan Warner: Appellate Practice Ryan Wierenga: One to Watch in America (Health Care Law) For more information about PierFerd head to our website: www.pierferd.com #PierFerd #PierFerdPartners #BestLawyers #OnestoWatch

After spinning off from FisherBroyles, LLP in January, distributed law firm Pierson Ferdinand LLP is growing rapidly. It began operations with about 130 lawyers and now has 180—a 38% increase in eight months. Firm co-chairmen Michael Pierson and Joel Ferdinand spoke recently with the Daily Report's Tom Spigolon about the firm what makes its compensation plan attractive for partners. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/enWeXsgr

Our partner, David Renner, Esq., SPHR has co-authored an insightful article on the potential implications of the FTC's proposed non-compete ban. As David notes, "This ban could fundamentally change how businesses approach employee agreements." Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ej_QVyNw #ftc #employmentlaw #pierferdpartner #pierferd

We are thrilled to introduce you to our newest partner, Adam Chaudry. Adam arrives following over ten years leading his own practice, where he advised clients across sectors including finance, healthcare, energy, and manufacturing; representing publicly traded and privately held companies. An entrepreneur at heart, Adam has significant experience working with and advising start-ups, understanding their unique business needs and challenges they face. Adam brings significant legal and technical expertise to PierFerd. Throughout his career, he has led data security incident response teams helping clients mitigate the impact of a cybersecurity incident. He takes a proactive role, advising organizations across legal jurisdictions on data privacy policy and training, privacy by design, and retention practices; complying with federal and state law, and industry-specific regulatory frameworks. Stu Panensky, Co-Chair, Cyber-Risk, Privacy, and Data Security at Pierson Ferdinand commented: “Adam is a fantastic addition to PierFerd’s Cyber and Incident Response practice, bringing hands-on experience, diverse insight and knowledge. Cyber-risk and data privacy are universal issues faced by all clients across the world. Adam’s arrival will strengthen PierFerd’s offerings ensuring we can continue to provide the highest-quality, rapid-response counsel to our clients.” See the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/eVEZCgFS #pierferd #cyberrisk #pierferdpartner #newhire #internationallawfirm

Join #PierFerd partner David Gilbert for an in-depth Strafford Webinar on Tax Planning for S Corporation Acquisitions and Investments. This live 110-minute session, featuring a panel of taxation experts, will cover key topics like F reorganizations, Sections 338(h)(10) and 336(e) elections, and much more. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of these complex tax issues! Date: Tuesday, August 13, 2024 Time: 1:00pm-2:50pm EDT, 10:00am-11:50am PDT Add to your calendar and register today: https://lnkd.in/eXYvmXQ6 #TaxPlanning #SCorporations #FReorganizations #CorporateLaw #Webinar #StraffordWebinar

Whether a “Hostile Work Environment” Exists Depends on the Facts. Bloomberg Law and The Washington Post discuss two different situations with Employment Chair and Partner Amy Epstein Gluck.   A recent Ninth Circuit ruling builds on the EEOC’s newly finalized harassment guidance, which says employers can be liable for off-duty conduct that occurs online or on social media if it affects someone’s work environment. Amy explained how a hostile work environment can be created, and forecasted: “’We are going to see more of these issues crop up, especially in an election year, because the country’s polarized political climate often fuels workers’ emotional and contentious ideological expressions on social media.” Read the EEOC's ruling and Amy's explanation here: https://lnkd.in/eDduPRuU #EEOC #workplaceharrassment #inthenews #PierFerd #laborandemploymentlaw

Pierson Ferdinand is proud to have been named "Cyber Law Firm of the Year" Finalist at the 2024 Cyber Insurance Awards USA. This exciting news from Intelligent Insurer recognizes our best-in-class privacy and cybersecurity practice. Winners will be announced on July 31st!    The Cyber Insurance Awards USA seeks to recognize and reward the remarkable achievements of the individuals and companies who have worked hard to elevate the standards of cyber risk management.   Click below to see the full list of finalists and winners at https://lnkd.in/e296KUHQ to see the leaders shaping the future of cyber resilience.   #PierFerd #CyberInsuranceAwardsUSA #CyberInsurance #InsuranceExcellence #CyberAwards

We are excited to welcome our newest partner, Dessi Day to Pierson Ferdinand! With over 24 years of experience practicing law in California, Dessi has a distinguished track record representing employers in a wide range of employment law disputes, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and more. She also brings experience in counseling on employee discipline, accommodations, and HR compliance, among other areas. Dessi has defended complex business disputes and product liability cases, representing businesses of all sizes across various industries. Her impressive background includes serving on the DRI Employment Law Steering Committee and planning their Annual Employment Law Seminar. Join us in welcoming Dessi to our team, where her experience and insights will further enhance our ability to provide top-notch legal services to our clients! For more information about Dessi, please visit: https://lnkd.in/ec8Knudt #pierferdpartners #pierferd #piersonferdinand