June 25, 2025 – Law360 Real Estate Authority recently featured Counsel Jeffery Cross on Compass’ antitrust lawsuit against Zillow over alleged efforts to restrict home listings. Cross explained that while Zillow may argue its actions were simply parallel conduct, “I would be very surprised if the Section 1 claim were dismissed.” To read the full article, click here (subscription may be required).
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Partner Justice Leah Ward Sears Featured by Law360: Emory Taps Former Georgia Chief Justice As Interim President
May 28, 2025 – Law360 recently featured Partner Justice Leah Ward Sears on her appointment as interim president of Emory University, where she will begin her term on September 1. Reflecting on the significance of the role, Justice Sears shared, “Having the opportunity to serve Emory as interim president is a full circle moment for me. In 1977, I was fortunate to receive a scholarship to the Emory School of Law, and it changed my life. I think my life’s work has been a payback for that gift, and I welcome the chance to serve Emory as it continues to… Read more
Counsel Jeffery Cross Featured by Crain’s Chicago Business: GTCR slams FTC in court as it fights to save $627M deal
May 29, 2025 – Crain’s Chicago Business recently featured Counsel Jeffery Cross on GTCR’s constitutional challenge to the FTC’s attempt to block its $627 million acquisition of Surmodics. Cross noted that such arguments have become common but are unlikely to succeed, stating, “It has become standard practice now to file a counterclaim to attack the FTC as unconstitutional.” To read the full article, click here (subscription may be required).
Partner Justice Leah Ward Sears Featured by Daily Report: Smith Gambrell & Russell Partner to Lead Emory University as Interim President
May 27, 2025 – Daily Report recently featured Partner Justice Leah Ward Sears on her appointment as interim president of Emory University, beginning in September 2025. A longtime Emory alumna and trustee, Justice Sears called the opportunity “a full circle moment,” while firm managing partner Stephen Forte praised the appointment as a reflection of her “intellect, vision, and commitment to public service.” To read the full article, click here (subscription may be required).
Partner Stephen O’Day Featured by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Why toxic substance lawsuits are so hard to win
May 14, 2025 – The Atlanta Journal-Constitution recently interviewed Stephen O’Day on the challenges of toxic substance litigation and why these cases are so difficult to win despite high-profile verdicts. O’Day noted, “It takes, potentially, three or four different kinds of scientific and medical evidence. A doctor has to not only rule in defendants’ chemical but also rule out other potential causes for the same illness. Usually, there are numerous possible causes for an illness.” To read the full article, click here (subscription may be required).
Partner Marc Latman Featured by Air Finance Journal: US security probe likely to ‘hurt’ aviation sales
May 13, 2025 – Air Finance Journal recently interviewed Marc Latman on the Trump administration’s Section 232 investigation into whether imported aircraft and parts pose a national security risk. Latman warned that retaliatory tariffs from key trade partners could severely impact U.S. aviation exports, noting, “These countries would likely, as China has already done, put in place reciprocal tariffs on U.S.-manufactured aircraft, aircraft engines, and aircraft parts, hurting U.S. manufacturers’ access to those countries.” To read the full article, click here (subscription may be required).
Counsel Jeffery Cross Featured by AdWeek: DOJ Wants Google to Share Search Data, but Privacy Risks and Tech Hurdles Loom Large
April 28, 2025 – AdWeek recently interviewed Jeffery Cross on the Justice Department’s push for Google to share its search data as part of proposed antitrust remedies. Cross emphasized, “The better the query and the more efficient the search, the more users will be attracted. The more users and the more user data, the better the quality. It’s a network-effect feedback loop.” To read the full article, click here (subscription may be required).
Partner Moritz Masberg Featured by Forbes: Market Entry USA Under Trump – Opportunities or Dangers for German SMEs?
March 26, 2025 – Forbes recently featured an interview between Smith Gambrell Partner Moritz Masberg and The German American Trade Association (GATA), highlighting key insights on the current landscape for German-speaking companies entering the U.S. market. In the interview, Moritz addressed both the opportunities and challenges companies face—from political uncertainty and tariff threats to the strategic benefits of the U.S. market, including scale, consumer demand, and legal infrastructure. He emphasized the importance of proper planning around structure, liability, and location, particularly for mid-sized firms. “Whichever way you look at it, the U.S. remains a market that cannot be ignored as the… Read more
Partner Jack Hardin Featured by Atlanta Business Chronicle: Civic leaders share ‘big, bold goal’ of ending homelessness afflicting Atlanta’s urban core
April 3, 2025 – Atlanta Business Chronicle recently interviewed Edward “Jack” Hardin, founder and chairman emeritus of the Gateway Center and co-chair of the United Way’s Regional Commission on Homelessness, on efforts to address homelessness in Atlanta’s urban core. “Homelessness is a mismatch between the cost of housing and the resources available to people who want to be housed,” said Hardin, who emphasized the Gateway Center’s role as the “front door” to critical services for those in need. To read the full article, click here (subscription may be required).
Partner Stephen O’Day Featured by ESG Dive: SEC withdraws defense of climate-risk disclosure rule
March 28, 2025 – ESG Dive recently interviewed Stephen O’Day on the SEC’s decision to withdraw its defense of the climate-risk disclosure rule. O’Day noted that “there are 18 states and the District of Columbia signed on as intervenors in the case that could decide to continue the rule’s defense in the agency’s absence.” To read the full article, click here (subscription may be required).