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In the News 2006 & 2005

Change Will Do You Good – New Issues in Non-Profit Law (December 4, 2006)

University of California, Davis School of Law, Author Jane Yi

Nancy Lee talks about new issues in non-profit law.

Tipping the Balance (November 3, 2006)

The Sacramento Business Journal, Author Kathy Robertson

Nancy Lee talks about "rainmaking" in this article about work styles based on gender and a possible shift in the practice of law as more women graduate from law school and enter the work force.

Cracks in the Ceiling (November 3, 2006)

The Sacramento Business Journal, Author Kathy Robertson

Nancy Lee comments on diversity in an article about Sacramento's No Glass Ceiling Initiative. McDonough is a signatory and one of 13 local law firms and corporate legal departments pledging to elevate more women to partnership and positions of leadership.

On Shifting Ground (October 24, 2006)

The Recorder, Author Cheryl Miller

T. Brent Hawkins comments on the Proposition 90 initiative stating, "For those who deal in eminent domain law, Proposition 90 is going to take a pretty stable statute … and make some pretty radical changes to it. It's going to create a lot of uncertainty."

On the Move (October 13, 2006)

East Bay Business Times

Article featuring Michelle Marchetta Kenyon's appointment to second vice president of the City Attorneys Department of the League of California Cities.

City Eyes Eminent Domain: Five Parcels Hold Out from Redevelopment (September 6, 2006)

Tahoe Daily Tribute, Author Susan Wood

Stacey Sheston comments on a South Tahoe redevelopment project.

Associate Salary Survey: A Perfect Fit (September 5, 2006)

The Recorder, Author Petra Pasternak

Dan Wolk was quoted in an article regarding associate salaries. McDonough is highlighted as a mid-size firm offering competitive Sacramento market associate salaries, a friendly company culture, and the opportunity for "hands-on" experience with a leading public law practice.

Court Approves Limited Measure I Corrections (September 5, 2006)

The Berkeley Daily Planet, Author Judith Scherr

Kevin Siegel comments on proposed changes to the text of the city attorney's analysis of the Condominium Conversion ballot measure that will go before voters November 7.

Local Law Firms Merge Skills, Specialties to Better Serve Clients (August 4, 2006)

Sacramento Business Journal, Author Kathy Robertson

Dick Osen comments on the merger between the employment boutiques Wohl Sammis & Perkins and Palmer Kazanjian to form Palmer Kazanjian Wohl Perkins.

Commemorating the Life of Justice Robert K. Puglia (July/August 2006)

Sacramento Lawyer, Author Lindsay Shoemaker

The event celebrating the life of Justice Puglia is highlighted in this commemorative article.

Patent on Life (July 24, 2006)

KXJZ Capital Public Radio

Carl Schwedler addresses patents on cell research and the challenges of patenting things that live and change.

McDonough Holland & Allen's Bay Area Office Earns "Green" Certification (April 2006)

McDonough Holland & Allen's Oakland office was recently recognized as an environmental friendly "green" business by the Bay Area Green Business Program. Please click here for more information.

Large Mixed-Use Project will Bring Affordable Housing to Monterey County (November 21, 2005)

California Real Estate Journal, Author David Depoy

Joe Coomes comments on local support for the approval of the East Garrison project in Monterey County. Joe states that the proposed project was made very public and open to input from the community from the beginning.

Lawyer Works on Unique Affordable-Housing Village at Fort Ord (November 2, 2005)

San Francisco and Los Angeles Daily Journal, Author Geneva Whitmarch

Joe Coomes is featured for his work on the East Garrison project at Fort Ord. The article ran in both the San Francisco and Los Angeles Daily Journal.

Lawyer Advises Sutter Health on Contracts and Policy (September 30, 2005)

Sacramento Business Journal, Author Bob Schmidt

Steve Goff profiled.

Red Light, Green Light (September 6, 2005)

California Real Estate Journal, Author Roberta L. Barth

McDonough Redevelopment Law attorney, Joe Coomes comments on pending California legislature to limit the recent Supreme Court ruling on the power of eminent domain. [PDF Article]

5 California Bills Focus on Property Seizure (August 18, 2005)

San Francisco Daily Journal, Author Cheryl Miller

McDonough Redevelopment Law attorney, Joe Coomes comments on the recent and controversial ruling of Kelo v. City of New London pertaining to eminent domain laws. [PDF Article]

Kelo v. City of New London (July, 2005)

CRA Journal; Sacramento Lawyer, Author T. Brent Hawkins

T. Brent Hawkins writes about the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision stating that taking property for economic development is "public use." [PDF Article]

Career, Kids, School, TV: One Man's Story of Creating Work/Family Balance (May/June)

Sacramento Lawyer, Bylined article written by Carl Schwedler, edited by Blattel Communications

McDonough Business Services attorney, Carl Schwedler, shares how he balances work and family life. One example of how Carl's family make their time together "quality" time is by having a TV-free home.

Estate Fate: Boutique Law Firm Grows by Helping Clients with Wills, Estates, Trust (May 27, 2005)

Sacramento Business Journal, Reported by Kathy Robertson

McDonough Estate Planning/Probate attorney Dawn Cole comments on the rise of small boutique law firms performing estate planning services.

Top 25 Law Firms (May 20, 2005)

Sacramento Business Journal

McDonough is named second in the Sacramento Business Journal "Top 25 Law Firms" list with business services, construction, health, public law, redevelopment, land use and real estate focus practice areas.

Experienced Outside Execs Running Local Big Law Firms (May 20, 2005)

Sacramento Business Journal, Reported by Kathy Robertson

McDonough Managing Shareholder Jeff Jones and McDonough Executive Director Gerry Holt are quoted on the changing landscape of law firm management.

Focus: Law & Accounting - Time & Money, New Law Bends the Clock and Purse in Business Bankruptcy Cases (May 20, 2005)

Sacramento Business Journal

McDonough Bankruptcy attorney Mark Gorton provides commentary on the changes the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 will have on the business bankruptcy landscape.

SACTO Turns 30 (May 2005)

Sacramento Magazine, Reported by Dayna Dunteman

McDonough Public Law attorneys Joe Coomes and Ed Quinn are pictured in a center photo featuring the past thirty Sacramento Area Commerce and Trade Organization (SACTO) presidents. Joe Coomes served as President of SACTO from 1978-1979 and Ed Quinn served from 1993-1994. The article gives background on the organization and its role in building Sacramento's economy.

Forging a Leaner Path for Design, Construction (April 15, 2005)

East Bay Business Times

McDonough Construction attorney Will Lichtig authors an article explaining "lean project delivery" where the design and construction industries work collaboratively to reduce costs, shorten project times and reduce injury and death rates among construction workers.

Attorney by Day, Band Member by Night (March/April 2005)

Sacramento Lawyer, By Shelly Orio

McDonough Public Law Practice Group Leader Stacey Sheston is featured in the "Creative Merger: Artists and Lawyers" edition of Sacramento Lawyer for her unique talents as a skilled attorney and artistic musician!

ADA Lawsuits (March 14, 2005)

KCRA Channel 3 News, Reported by Tom Duhain

McDonough Employment Law attorney Julie Raney is interviewed for a KCRA news feature on ADA "drive-by lawsuits". The report questions whether ADA laws are being abused.

Round two: Employers Face Rise in Retaliation Claims by Workers Losing Earlier Cases

Sacramento Business Journal, Reported by Mary K. Pratt and Robert Celaschi

More employees are filing suit against employers claiming retaliation after filing complaints of discrimination and losing. McDonough Employment Law attorney Sue Schoenig comments on what may be behind the rise and how employers should react to a retaliation suit.

Thirsty Work (January 5, 2005)

The Recorder, Reported by Justin Scheck

San Joaquin Valley farmers reached a $16.7 million settlement agreement with the Interior Department for violation of water rights. Both property rights advocates and environmentalists speculate that the Tulare settlement could open up a floodgate of water takings litigation. McDonough Public Law attorney Mark Atlas comments on the over-litigation of water rights.

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