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SGR is pleased to be featured in the Chicago Business Journal, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, CoStar News, and Crain's Chicago Business as the firm announces the signing of a lease for new office space at 155 North Wacker Dr. in Chicago. This strategic move demonstrates our commitment to supporting continued growth, fostering enhanced collaboration within the firm, and optimizing our office footprint to better serve clients. Learn more about this exciting next step as SGR positions itself for future expansion in the Chicago market: https://loom.ly/_VbFFUk Explore SGR's recent news features: https://loom.ly/a52YwLI #SGRLaw #InTheNews #Chicago #FirmGrowth

SGR is excited to host the 4th Annual Dublin Lessor Olympics this week. This event brings together leading aviation industry teams for a series of engaging challenges, fostering networking and collaboration. This year, we're thrilled to welcome 10 teams and 100 competitors who will compete in 6 challenges. Participating teams include: Abelo, Aergo Capital, Aviation Capital Group (ACG), Castlelake Aviation Services Limited, Clover Aviation Capital, Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), FPG Amentum Ltd, Killick Aerospace, UMB, VmoAir SGR will be well represented by: Adrian Beasley, Aleksandra Puścińska, Alessandra Ferrero, Anna Stangle, Ben Graham-Evans, Gareth Hawes, Marc D. Latman, Mark Turnbull, Matthew Leigh, Pete Barlow, Rachel Thomasen, Rory O'Driscoll #SGRLaw #DublinLessorOlympics #SGREvents #LifeatSGR

SGR is pleased to share a recent article authored by Jim Bikoff and Yusuf Guler, which highlights the increasing concern of counterfeit goods on online retail platforms and social media marketplaces. #SGRLaw #ECTABulletin #IntellectualProperty

Join us on October 5th at Piedmont Park in Atlanta to bring light to the darkness of cancer. Every dollar raised will support The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s mission of a world without blood cancers. SGR is proud to sponsor Light the Night. #SGRLaw #LighttheNight #Atlanta Register here: https://loom.ly/899cEwA

In the News: Cincinnati Business Courier recently interviewed Jeffery Cross on the complexities of the Kroger-Albertsons merger trial and the ongoing delays. Cross noted that such delays are common in complex cases. "It’s often because the judge has other cases to handle, lawyers have personal matters that conflict, or something comes up to delay testimony," Cross explained. #SGRLaw #IntheNews #KrogerAlbertsonsMerger #Antitrust Read more at: https://loom.ly/ZqYnHE4

SGR is proud to recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15, celebrating the culture, history, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. At SGR, we remain committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our firm and the broader legal community. #SGRLaw #HispanicHeritageMonth #Diversity #Inclusion Read more about SGR's Diversity Council at: https://loom.ly/q2WI-UU

Join SGR Partner Greg Kirsch, who will be a panelist on "The Future of Patent Drafting and Prosecution: The Role of Certified Patent Practitioners in the Age of AI" on September 20th at 1:55 p.m. ET at the 2nd Innovator Diversity Pilots Conference. This session will examine the evolving patent landscape and the role of Certified Patent Practitioners (CPPs) in promoting diversity within the patent bar, especially as AI technology continues to shape the industry. #SGRLaw #Diversity #EmoryLaw #AI Register here: https://loom.ly/Sl35rzw

SGR is pleased to announce the relocation of its Chicago office to 155 North Wacker Dr. SGR will occupy 57,000 square feet of state-of-the-art office space spanning the building’s 30th and 31st floors beginning in early 2026. Developed in 2009 by the John Buck Company, 155 North Wacker offers cutting-edge business features and outstanding energy efficiency. The building is Wired Certified Platinum, SmartScore Platinum, and has earned a WELL Health-Safety Rating. With full-height, energy-efficient glass and column-free bays, 155 North Wacker also boasts a tenant conference center, first class fitness center and more. #SGRLaw #SGRChicago #155NorthWacker Read more at: https://loom.ly/LzVkYn8

In the News: Law360 recently interviewed Jeffery Cross on the upcoming DOJ trial against Google, highlighting the complexities of defining the antitrust market and evaluating Google’s competitive behavior in the ad tech industry. #SGRLaw #IntheNews #DOJ #Google Read more at: https://loom.ly/Jb0QQWM

On August 23, 2024, in Restaurant Law Center v. U.S. Department of Labor, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit struck down a final rule promulgated by the U.S. Department of Labor that restricted when employers may claim a tip credit for tipped employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act. #SGRLaw #DOL #CourtofAppeals Read more in our latest #LegalAlert authored by Madison Mahaffy, Patrick Cain, Matthew Clarke, Yash Dave, and Marc Zimmerman at: https://loom.ly/ARMliio