It's hard to believe that by the time you read this, the presidential election will be over and, barring a side trip to the Supreme Court or a revolution by the Electoral College, we will know which party to thank/blame for whatever happens during the next four years. I just hope that whoever gets elected will focus on problem solving, even if doing so involves collaboration with the other party.

Partner Pronouncements (and Members, too)

Athan Tramountanas has joined Short Cressman & Burgess PLLC as a partner. Tramountanas was formerly with K&L Gates and has an extensive construction, contract law and complex litigation practice.

Hugh Matsubayashi has become a partner in the Intellectual Property Procurement and Portfolio Management Practice of K&L Gates. Matsubayashi was formerly vice president of legal affairs and intellectual property at Neuro Vista Corporation.

John Santa Lucia has become a member of Foster Pepper PLLC's Real Estate Group. Santa Lucia was formerly with Duane Morris LLP in Chicago and has a broad-based real estate and real estate finance practice.

Matthew Lynch has joined Sebris Busto James as a shareholder. Lynch was formerly with Washington Employers as director of labor relations services and general counsel, where he represented employers in labor relations and employment matters.

Of Counsel News