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April 9, 2025 NewsComplex Civil Litigation, Trust, Estate & Taxation
A cautionary tale of personal property distribution: Though not the most fun topic to discuss, estate planning is essential to you and your family now. It's important to establish a distribution system that will benefit your family in the long run, and avoid potentially harmful fallouts with family when the time comes. Caren Lederer provides cautionary information on how to ensure your final wishes can be honored.
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April 1, 2025 NewsIntellectual Property
A recent episode of HBO’s The White Lotus sparked controversy after a character appeared in a Duke University t-shirt during a scene involving suicide. Duke has since objected, alleging the portrayal harms its brand by associating it with deeply distressing subject matter. This incident underscores the ongoing tension between brand protection and freedom of artistic expression. In this article, Anthony Wenn breaks down how the Trademark Dilution Revision Act (TDRA) governs these situations and what it means for stakeholders on both sides.
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March 31, 2025 News
Jasmine Ohen is making it easier for women to make friends in Dallas.
Her brand, Women in Dallas, was built on helping women create meaningful friendships in their adulthood, a time when everyone is busy with work, family, and life. Jasmine lets all participants know they can expect community, connection, and communication when attending a Women in Dallas event.
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March 31, 2025 News
Tiffany Devereux is committed to justice and equality.
Her company, Jury-X, was founded on the principle that everyone deserves a fair trial, and a jury is a significant part of that. Jury-X started with trials against Big Tobacco, where plaintiffs were often up against companies with unlimited resources. By researching jurors to ensure no bias was present this created an equal playing field for those involved.
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March 28, 2025 News
Lindsey Seeskin is solely focused on creating an outcome for her clients that will create a better future for them.
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March 26, 2025 News
Cynthia's approach to her business is best described in three words: Pay it forward.
At SIS Financial Group, Cynthia Pruemm is more than just an advisor, she is an advocate for her clients’ financial wellbeing.
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March 26, 2025 News
As the founder of Food Tank, Danielle Nierenberg is dedicated to empowering, nourishing, and inspiring people to build a more just and sustainable agricultural landscape. Her journey began with a defining moment in the Peace Corps, where she saw firsthand how food, farming, nutrition, and the environment are deeply intertwined. From that experience, she committed her life to amplifying the voices of farmers (especially women) who are transforming their communities through sustainable solutions.
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March 25, 2025 NewsCorporate
On March 21, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) issued an interim final rule that removes the requirement for U.S. companies and U.S. persons to report beneficial ownership information (“BOI”) under the Corporate Transparency Act.
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March 24, 2025 NewsProperty Tax Assessment
Residential property tax exemptions in Cook County are due by April 21, 2025. Brianna Golan shares how to access applications and other exemptions you may qualify for.
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March 24, 2025 News
Jazmine Gonzalez is doing it all. She’s an entrepreneur, mom, and wife, and thriving in all areas.
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March 21, 2025 News
Initially, Habelo Beauty was a side gig and passion project. But once Whitney Clarke saw the real impact of her product, she knew she had to invest in it—and herself—full-time.
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March 20, 2025 News
Julie Kollada started Open Arms Solutions out of personal experience. Her once vibrant mother was diagnosed with dementia and from that, Julie’s world was turned upside down.
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March 20, 2025 News
Sophia Shaw’s list of accomplishments is lengthy. She started two companies (first Sophia Shaw and Associates and now PlanPerfect), served as vice president of The Field Museum, president and CEO of the Chicago Botanic Garden, and worked as an adjunct professor at the Kellogg School of Management teaching board governance of nonprofits.
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March 19, 2025 News
Authentic, healthy, creative. Three words that AnnaMarie along with her daughters, Arianna, Alessia, and Angelica would use to describe their business.
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March 18, 2025 News IP AlertsIntellectual Property
President Donald Trump has nominated John Squires as the next Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property. With Squires’ more expansive approach to patent eligibility, he is expected to advocate for policy changes. Anthony Wenn explores how Squires’ leadership could shape the future of patent eligibility, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), and patent enforcement.
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March 17, 2025 News
Longtime friends Katrina and Mary Kay first opened the doors of their salon, Salon Blue, in 1991. Though they’ve been in business for over 30 years, their mission remains steadfast: To provide modern, personalized hair, skin, and makeup services. This mission has taken them all over the world for their business, including Tuscany, Italy and the Berkshires of Massachusetts. Katrina and Mary Kay have dedicated their lives to helping Chicago land look and feel their best and are devoted to teaching the next generation of stylists by providing professional guidance and training programs. Please take a moment to read more about Katrina and Mary Kay below!
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March 17, 2025 News
Shea Soucie is the trailblazing co-owner of Soucie Horner, a Chicago based interior design firm. The idea for the business took shape outside a small Parisian café more than 20 years ago with co-owner Martin Horner and has soared to successful heights with offices in Chicago; Naples, Florida; and the Mountain West. Their work has taken the company across the globe, including New York, Mexico, and France. Shea Soucie is redefining what it means to be a working mom and is doing so with grit and grace. As a passionate advocate for women, Shea understands the importance of mentorship and is committed to guiding the next generation of women at every stage of their journey. During the pandemic, Shea helped navigate the business through an unprecedented time helping the business to not only survive but thrive! Please take a moment to read about Shea below!
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March 13, 2025 NewsProperty Tax Assessment
The Cook County Assessor's Office has officially opened the 2025 assessment year appeals.
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March 12, 2025 News
Gladys Schanstra got her start as an aerospace/mechanical engineering student. With the fundamentals of design, she started her career at Drury Design in 2002 as the receptionist and through the years advanced in the company, moving up to assistant designer, senior designer, and in 2012 left to open her own design company, Schanstra Design Group.
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March 11, 2025 News
Nancy Gurney founded Opportunity Services in 1973 when she saw the needs in her community for equal opportunities for all individuals. The company’s mission is to aid people with disabilities to make meaningful and impactful contributions to the community.
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March 10, 2025 NewsCorporate
In his article, "Bridging Valuation Gaps in M&A Transactions,” Anthony Taglia expounds upon negotiating when selling your company and how to get the best bang for your buck.
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March 7, 2025 News
At Golan Christie Taglia, Women’s History Month is more than a celebration—it’s a time to recognize the extraordinary women who shape our firm, our profession, and our communities. Throughout March, we are proud to highlight trailblazing women both within GCT and beyond—our clients, colleagues, and attorneys—whose strength, innovation, and leadership continue to break barriers and pave the way for future generations. Their impact is immeasurable, and we are honored to share their stories.
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March 5, 2025 NewsCorporate, Employee Benefits and ERISA
Retirement plans are often the target of cybersecurity criminals. Employers who sponsor retirement plans for their employees should give thought to how they can protect those plans. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has given guidance on how best to protect retirement plans. Andrew Williams gives the basics of the DOL policy and how employers can be proactive in the fight against cyber-attacks.
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February 20, 2025 NewsEmployment Law
GCT to host employment webinar on preparing companies for Immigration Enforcement Raids.
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February 20, 2025 NewsCorporate
Associate Morgan York provides updates on the recent Corporate Transparency Act decision.
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