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Congratulations to Ropes & Gray support team alum Kristi Kirshe, OLY, who won a bronze medal at the Olympics as part of the U.S. women’s rugby sevens team. The U.S. upset over Australia was historic—the first time a U.S. team has ever medaled in rugby sevens. Way to go, Kristi, and the entire U.S. team!

Congratulations to #litigation & #enforcement partners Ama Adams, Alex Rene and Jeremiah Williams, CFA, named to Savoy’s 2024 Most Influential Lawyers in Corporate America. An honor to be highlighted among “the top ‘must have’ lawyers in the country.”  https://lnkd.in/gsaqZjVt

Considering taking your company public? An IPO is a transformative milestone, with one chance to get it right. Our IPO resource center can help. #IPO #CapitalMarkets https://lnkd.in/e2Pm8tQ9

We are proud to be named to Bloomberg Law’s 2024 DEI Framework, recognizing U.S.-based law firms that meet or exceed industry standards for diversity, equity and inclusion. Through attorney forums, resource networks, mentorship programs and more, Ropes & Gray demonstrates a strong commitment to #DEI and to fostering a positive and empowering culture. https://bit.ly/4cblZvY

Welcome to our new partner, Christopher Roman! Chris advises funds and real estate investors on complex tax matters and is based in New York. Ranked in Chambers USA, Chris is described by one client as “the best tax lawyer with whom I’ve ever worked. He is creative and commercial.” We can’t wait to introduce Chris to clients seeking counsel on the #tax and legal aspects of alternative investment funds, real estate and venture capital transactions. He also has significant experience in real estate investment trusts (REITs) and is an outstanding addition to our global, Chambers-ranked tax practice. https://bit.ly/4fDtAXl

Interested in the latest trends and developments related to controlled substances that affect the health care and life sciences industries? In this episode of Controlling Opinions, Brett R. Friedman, Andrew O'Connor and Josh Oyster examine recent developments related to prescribing controlled substances via telemedicine, including the implications of a recently announced prosecution in which the Department of Justice alleged that executives at a digital health company wrongfully distributed controlled substances via telemedicine. #DEA #Healthcare #Lifesciences #Telemedicine

Congratulations to Riveron, an affiliate of Kohlberg & Company, for acquiring technology and advisory services provider Yantra. We are proud to have advised Riveron on this work. Thanks to Doug Giannantonio, Patrick Smith, Pascal Mayer, Stephanie Bruce, Sharon Remmer, Pamela Glazier, Aaron Harsh, Jordan Altman and Garrett Charon for their leadership. #privateequity #technology #tech

The Massachusetts Senate recently passed a health care reform bill that will expand the Health Policy Commission’s authority over healthcare transactions. In the alert linked below, our lawyers explain key bill takeaways and its potential impact on private equity investors and private equity-backed health care entities as we await the final vote, expected before July 31, 2024. We will also host a Q&A webinar with attorneys Ben Wilson, Jennifer Romig and Sharon Jaquez on the reform bill on Thursday, August 8 at 12:30 pm EDT. Register below and submit questions in advance. Questions will be answered without attribution. #Massachusetts #healthcare #transactions #privateequity Read alert here: https://bit.ly/4fkNvd5 Register for our webinar: https://bit.ly/3WjN0aQ Learn more about U.S. healthcare transactions laws, state by state: https://bit.ly/3WGAL8v

Thirty-four years ago today, the Americans with Disabilities Act (#ADA) was signed into law. This landmark legislation was an unprecedented acknowledgment of decades of discrimination suffered by people with disabilities, and it changed millions of lives for the better. Today we recognize this historic civil rights law and reaffirm our commitment to promoting disability rights, awareness and inclusion. #DisabilityIndependenceDay #DisabilityPrideMonth #inclusiveworkplace

Interested in learning about the science of AI? On this episode of Decoding Digital Health, partner Megan Baca, counsel Georgina Suzuki and technical advisor Andrew O’Brien discuss how #AI works, while tackling tough questions such as how to spot “snake oil” in the AI industry. And if you want to learn more about AI dealmaking in life sciences, check out a webinar hosted by Megan and Georgina next Tuesday, July 30 at 9 -10 am PT. Register at link! #lifesciences