BCLP

We are 𝗕𝗖𝗟𝗣. 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 Our combined 150-year legacy is based on building lasting relationships that deliver impact, celebrates diversity and unlocks intelligence. Our new brand narrative captures the characteristics that have become the hallmark of our firm: We are 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀, and 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀. For a deeper understanding of our new brand, visit our website: www.bclplaw.com  

In 2023, our lawyers and legal professionals contributed thousands of hours to hundreds of pro bono matters. In each instance, we were pleased to provide assistance that in many cases was lifesaving and in all cases was life changing. Our 2023 Pro Bono Report features some of our most notable cases in a transformative year. To read the full report, click the link: https://lnkd.in/edudg9me #ProBono #BCLPProBonoReport2023 #HumanRights

In our latest update for U.S. public companies, R. Randall Wang and Andrew Rodman review factors for companies to consider when preparing their next quarterly report with the SEC.   https://lnkd.in/emMJ32dv   #PublicCompanies #SecuritiesDisclosure #SEC #RegulatoryUpdates #Compliance #CorporateGovernance

As part of our ongoing Summer of Sports Tech Series, our Partner Andrew Street, Associate Irina Tuca and Trainee Henry Cross have shared a new article focusing on when technology in sport goes wrong and what teams and individuals can do to challenge decisions made by VAR and other technologies.   Our team break down the intricacies of legal structures governing VAR decisions, examining how these issues apply to the deployment of technologies across other sports.   Read their insights in full by clicking the link below:   https://lnkd.in/e5RiwU2u   #Euros #VAR #Technology #Sport

BCLP has received the American Bar Association's 2024 Exceptional Service Award for our pro bono representation in death penalty cases, recognizing our impact on capital cases in Missouri and beyond. Congratulations to our team, including Partners Charles Weiss, Jonathan Potts, Jean-Claude Andre, Scott Greene and Ben Clark for their work on these important cases in partnership with Midwest Innocence Project and the MacArthur Justice Center. To read more about the award and our bro bono work, click the link below:   https://lnkd.in/e4bhdfrD #ProBono #Justice #DeathPenalty #SocialImpact

Our Partners James P. Colgate, AIA, Daisy Reeves and Associate Kurt Steinhouse worked with Diana Rodriguez, Co-Founder of Pride Live , to launch the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center, a once-in-a- lifetime project of international historic significance. We are honored to have played a role in this project, helping Pride Live secure the lease and navigate complex tax, corporate and intellectual property issues in connection with the Visitor Center. Our latest Client Story dives into the remarkable six-year journey and how BCLP contributed to this amazing accomplishment. Click the link below to read more: https://lnkd.in/eTFvyvPh #Stonewall #BCLPClientStories #LGBTQIA #Pride #ProBono #SNMVC #StonewallDay

As the UEFA Euro men’s tournament races towards the final stretch, the second instalment in our Euro 2024 blog series unfolds the game’s sometimes controversial relationship with advanced technology.   In the past, Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology has been a hotbed for debate and upset, with many fans expressing concerns that it disrupts the game’s natural flow. However, several emerging technologies could settle the matter once and for all. The integration of new technology is set to enhance the accuracy of VAR decisions, and in our next edition we will look at how these decisions can be challenged.   From connected ball tech to smart wearables that can track a player’s physical performance, Emily Holdsworth, Max D. and Kate Jeffery dive into the evolving field of sports technology, kicking off a new era for professional football as we know it.   To read more, click the link below: https://lnkd.in/eFeudrX2   #Euros2024 #VAR #SportsTechnology

A new trend in litigation is shaking up the conventional wisdom on arbitration. In the past, consumer-facing companies included arbitration provisions in their terms of service agreements as a best practice. However, the tide is turning: plaintiffs’ counsel are now leveraging the California Arbitration Act to bombard companies with meritless mass arbitration claims.   Daniel Rockey, Merrit Jones, Amy de La Lama and Christian Auty examine the emerging legal phenomenon from multiple angles, tracing its history to a past flood of rideshare drivers' claims and exploring how some companies are considering eliminating the arbitration provision.   To read more about how companies are arming themselves for a potential arbitration attack, click the link:   https://lnkd.in/eykGZHS3   #EmploymentLaw #MassArbitration #Arbitration 

As part of our role in supporting the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center, our team, led by James P. Colgate, AIA, Kurt Steinhouse and Daisy Reeves provided pro bono legal support for over six years. Commenting on our support throughout the project, Diana Rodriguez Co-Founder & CEO of Pride Live noted “The manner in which BCLP interacts with the client, they have a patient, caring ear, the attention to detail, confidence. You get off a call and know everything is going to be OK.” To read the full Q&A with Diana click the link below: https://lnkd.in/eTFvyvPh #Stonewall #BCLPClientStories #LGBTQIA #Pride #ProBono #SNMVC #StonewallDay  

Our Atlanta office recently published its June newsletter. Office Managing Partner Eric Schroeder proudly highlighted BCLP's enduring commitment to public service and pro bono legal work, celebrating Atlanta Legal Aid Society’s 100th anniversary, an institution BCLP helped to establish in 1924.   Other highlights from the June Newsletter included: 🟧 A profile on Partner Luke Lantta 🟧 BCLP earning top rankings in the 2024 Legal 500 US Guide 🟧 Innovative advice on artificial intelligence from BCLP 🟧 A spotlight on our Associate Chasmine Williams   To read the newsletter in full and keep up with the Atlanta office’s activity, click below:   https://lnkd.in/e8wyuMD6   #Newsletter #Community #ProBono #AI