Foley Mansfield

Congratulations to New Orleans Partner, Ebony Morris Hughes on being listed in the Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation’s 2026 guide.

Lawyers recognized in this guide are lauded for their leadership and considered the "future of global law practice" due to their multi-talents, dedication, and focus. Lawdragon's selection process involves extensive research to identify lawyers who have had significant impact on the legal industry, including an emphasis on recent matters handled.

To view the entire guide, visit: https://www.lawdragon.com/guides/2026-06-05-the-2026-lawdragon-x-the-next-generation

We are elated to announce that Foley Mansfield has been recognized in the 2026 Chambers USA Guide, earning a national ranking in Products Liability & Mass Torts - Nationwide, Highly Regarded.

This distinction reflects the strength of our trial and litigation team, our commitment to delivering strategic and effective defense counsel, and the trust our clients place in us to handle their most complex matters. Chambers rankings are based on rigorous independent research, including interviews with clients and industry peers, making this recognition especially meaningful.

We are grateful to our clients for the opportunity to partner with them in navigating high-stakes litigation across the country. Their confidence in our team drives our continued pursuit of excellence.

Click to read about this ranking and Chambers: https://bit.ly/4fVeT4g

Investing in our professionals extends beyond the workplace. Recently, FM Women’s Network invited attendees to learn how to take control of their financial future with UMB Vice President/Sr. Financial Planner, Jen Rieck. She guided participants through an engaging seminar designed to help transform how they think about money.

Jen made complex concepts easy to understand through her storytelling and teaching background, while also encouraging attendees to make meaningful connections and access helpful resources. She was joined by commercial banker Sara Usman during the session.

The seminar helped attendees build confidence toward a secure, independent financial future and reflects Foley Mansfield's ongoing commitment to investing in the growth, development and long-term success of our professionals.

We are pleased to highlight Ebony Morris Hughes and her upcoming breakout session at the 2026 ClaimsXchange Conference in Chicago discussing the re-stabilization of risk in transportation litigation.

ClaimsXchange is a leading community where claims professionals connect, learn, and lead—fostering innovation, collaboration, and career advancement across the insurance and risk management industry. Ebony’s participation reflects our continued commitment to thought leadership and engagement within the industry.

For more information or to view the schedule, please visit: https://www.theclaimsx.org/education-x-chicago

This Pride Heritage Month, Foley Mansfield celebrates the strength that comes from inclusion, authenticity, and belonging. We are proud to support and stand alongside the LGBTQ+ community — within our firm, our profession, and the communities we serve.

Together, we continue building a culture where every voice is valued, every individual is respected, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We are proud to highlight Ebony Morris Hughes, Partner in our New Orleans office, and her participation in the LCLD Spring Meeting earlier this year. This was an incredible opportunity to connect with fellow law firm leaders, exchange insights, and continue building pathways for growth and leadership within the profession.

We look forward to continuing the momentum through future LCLD events. For more information on upcoming LCLD events, please visit: https://my.lcldnet.org/nc__upcomingevents

As AAPI Heritage Month comes to a close, Foley Mansfield highlights the perspective of Tim Ferguson, Managing Partner of our Miami office. Tim serves on the Board of the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of South Florida as the Director, a position he has held for nearly a decade.

Foley Mansfield St. Louis Partner, Ashleigh Johnson, is attending the 28th Annual Heartland Labor and Employment Law Institute taking place in Kansas City later this week.

This premier event brings together labor and employment law practitioners from across the Midwest region to explore the latest legal developments, trends, and best practices. Ashleigh's participation reflects our firm's ongoing commitment to staying at the forefront of this ever-evolving area of law. We look forward to the insights and expertise she'll bring back to our clients and team.

To learn more about Ashleigh, visit our website: https://bit.ly/4tY7yUS

Foley Mansfield is proud to be represented at the 2026 Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) Legal and Regulatory Conference. This event brings together attorneys, scientists, and international and regulatory affairs professionals who want to navigate the current challenges facing the industry. Attending this year’s conference are Foley Mansfield Partners, Benjamin Hegvik from our St. Louis office and Laila Rahimi-Keshari from our Walnut Creek office.

The PCPC Legal and Regulatory Conferences serves as a vital platform for collaboration, offering insights into current challenges, regulatory updates, and forward-looking strategies that impact manufacturers, suppliers, and legal professionals alike.

Foley Mansfield is sponsoring Perrin Conferences’ Cook County Asbestos Litigation Conference, June 3, 2026 at the Midland Hotel in Chicago. The conference will focus on the latest trends and challenges in asbestos litigation and will offer many opportunities to network with prominent plaintiff and defense attorneys, judges, in-house counsel, and insurance professionals. Additionally, Foley Mansfield partner, Kasia Nowak will be presenting alongside fellow panelists on "Cook County Trials in the Past Year."

We hope to see you there!

To review the agenda and register, please visit:
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