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Elisabeth Arko shares her thoughts and insights in “How I Made Partner: ‘Take the Opportunities That Come Your Way,’ Says Elisabeth Arko of Tucker Ellis.” bit.ly/4cUcHXH

Welcome to Tucker Ellis, Dalila Omerovic! An associate in our St. Louis Hallway, Dalila focuses on mass tort and consumer product liability matters, with an emphasis on the health and life sciences industry. Read more about Dalila’s practice: bit.ly/3QErK0f

On April 23, Sandy Wunderlich presented “Law and Disorder: How Wellness Matters to Your Practice” at the ADTA Annual Meeting. bit.ly/4ufpiLY

In the Spring issue of Ohio Association of Civil Trial Attorneys (OACTA) The Update, Karen Ross discusses the benefits of including a well-being statement in emails to allow recipients to feel comfortable if they cannot immediately respond. bit.ly/4vSRGp3

Tucker Ellis has been named among “Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms” by U.S. News & World Report. bit.ly/4mYNvUH

In our April IP Tip of the Month, Ross Kowalski highlights how design patents can create significant enforcement leverage, including the potential recovery of an infringer’s total profits. Read Ross’s April IP Tip here: bit.ly/4t1e78O

We're pleased to welcome Ashley Koda to Tucker Ellis. Ashley joins our Chicago Hallway as an associate, defending clients in high-stakes mass tort and product liability matters. Learn more about her practice: bit.ly/4vQ81Lb

Congratulations to James Mizgala on receiving Thrive Counseling Center’s inaugural Spirit of Hope Award at its April 25 Spring Benefit in Oak Park, Illinois. Visit our website to learn more: bit.ly/4cNRq1A

Congratulations to Mollie Benedict, Julie Callsen, Sherry Knutson, James Mizgala, Tariq Naeem, and Michael Zellers for their recognition in the 2026 edition of Lexology Index: Healthcare & Life Sciences – Product Liability Defence. bit.ly/48lqQvD

On April 21, Mike Ruttinger discussed AI governance, compliance, and risk management at a program hosted by The Entrepreneurship Institute, “AI in Action: Strategic, Operational, and Financial Insights for SMB Leaders.” bit.ly/4dYSwdk

We’re pleased to welcome Audrey Hartman to Tucker Ellis! Joining our Los Angeles Hallway as an associate, Audrey defends clients in complex mass tort and product liability matters. Learn more about her practice by visiting our website: bit.ly/48dDMn9

On April 16, Sandy Wunderlich moderated a session of IADC’s 2026 Corporate Counsel College, “Defending With Empathy and Authenticity: Acknowledging Harm Without Conceding Liability.” Read more at our website: bit.ly/485SWe9

On April 14, John Slagter discussed common disputes encountered in real estate practice and ways to identify and address key issues in an OSBA live interactive webinar, “Introduction to Real Estate Practice.” Visit our website to learn more: bit.ly/4tZirXb

Congratulations to DT Amajoyi, selected by the California Minority Council Program (CMCP) Appointments Committee to join the CMCP Ambassadors Council. bit.ly/4sxWopo

On April 23, Tony Petruzzi will be a Thought Leader at The Sedona Conference Working Group 1 Midyear Meeting 2026 in Salt Lake City, exploring the ethical dimensions of engaging with opposing counsel throughout the discovery process. bit.ly/3Quk5RQ

On April 15, Diana Katz Gerstel will moderate “Do’s and Don’ts for In-House and Outside Counsel” at the International Association of Defense Counsel Corporate Counsel Training Academy in Chicago. Learn more: bit.ly/4c16Ctm

Jayne Juvan will speak on April 15 in Chicago at a Private Directors Association program examining insights from PwC’s 2025 Annual Corporate Director’s Survey. Learn more: bit.ly/4sm8rpI

Congratulations to Tucker Ellis Managing Partner James Mizgala, named to the list of The 2026 Lawdragon Managing Partners You Need to Know. Visit our website for more: bit.ly/4m5qT4p

On March 31, Karen Ross was a panelist at a Federal Bar Association live video-broadcast, “Professionalism, Civility, and Ethical Advocacy in Modern Legal Practice.” Learn more: bit.ly/4sbfT6X

On March 20, Tucker Ellis obtained dismissal with prejudice of all claims brought against Mead Johnson Nutrition Company and Mead Johnson & Company, LLC in a purported nationwide class action. Learn more: bit.ly/4tmXKnJ