Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Congratulations to our clients, WaveDivision Capital, The Pritzker Organization, and Stephens Capital Partners, on their recently announced acquisition of EarthLink, one of the country’s largest internet service providers. DWT is proud to have served as counsel on the regulatory issues in connection with the transaction, which brings together experienced broadband investors and operators with EarthLink’s nationwide consumer and small-business internet platform. DWT team members include K.C. Halm, Douglas Orvis, Marina Sansom, Esq., MBA, and Cathleen Schultz.

What will happen to your digital assets in a post-quantum world? Episode 2 of Banking [on] Blockchain explores that question and more.   In “Cybersecurity: Analyzing the Threats from Quantum Computing,” DWT partners Steve Gannon and Michael T. Borgia continue their discussion on cybersecurity in the digital asset ecosystem, examining how quantum computing could impact the cryptography behind digital assets, the transition to post-quantum protections, and the broader challenges of securing decentralized networks.   For the full conversation and deeper insights into the future of digital asset security, listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.   Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gukhSEj7 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gnGXmmNW

We’re excited to announce the launch of a new peer-learning AI program at Davis Wright Tremaine, developed in collaboration with Keep Company. The program will bring together lawyers from across our offices, practice groups, and experience levels for guided small-group discussions exploring AI, innovation, leadership, experimentation, and the future of legal practice. As part of the pilot, participants will share ideas, learn from one another, and help shape how AI learning and adoption continue to evolve across the firm. “At DWT, we believe that people learn best from each other. This program is about creating the conditions for peer learning to happen, with a focus on developing talent, not just technology,” said Yusuf Z., chief talent and inclusion officer at DWT.

On November 17, DWT partner Stephen Crimmins will speak at Securities Docket’s Securities Enforcement Forum D.C. 2026. Steve will join the panel “Insider Trading 360° - Key Enforcement Trends and Cases, Digital Assets and Prediction Markets,” discussing developments shaping the securities enforcement landscape. To learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/ghSENvux

We’re proud to share that Davis Wright Tremaine has been shortlisted for the 2026 Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Awards North America in the category of Innovation in Technology for Clients. The Financial Times recognized DWT for transforming how high-volume legal work is delivered for some of the world’s largest companies. Over the years, the firm has refined an operating model designed to manage repetitive legal workflows more efficiently and has now integrated DWT Celeris, a specialized AI system developed in-house specifically for this work, into that model. "DWT Celeris has lowered cost per matter, sped up cycle times, reduced the burden on in-house lawyers, and provided more data for business decision-making," said Seattle-based partner Jim Howard, who leads the project. The team behind this industry-leading service also includes senior program manager Alon Day, director of knowledge management Amber Geary, PMP, CKM, senior applications architect Christophe Humbert, and senior AI program director Sam Bernstein. FT Live l RSGI l #ftinnovativelawyers

"I think all employees benefit from a thorough confidential investigation and then once it's completed, the Section 7 activity is there." DWT partner Peter Finch shared his insights in a Law360 article on the National Labor Relations Board discussions surrounding confidentiality standards in workplace investigations and the balance between employees’ organizing rights and employers’ need to conduct effective investigations. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gCJupyqb

Last week, several of our attorneys attended the Columbia Land Trust Wild Splendor Gala, where, as a sponsor of this year’s event, DWT was proud to support the organization’s conservation efforts and its mission to protect and preserve natural spaces across the region. Alli Condra, Michael Karas, Elaine Albrich, Maxwell Graves, and Lauren Johnson had the opportunity to attend a panel featuring Max Diaz from Columbia Land Trust, who shared insights on the group’s ongoing work. It was a great evening connecting with community leaders and supporting an important cause.

DWT will host Consumer Data Industry Association's Women in Consumer Data Fall Forum on October 29 in our Washington, D.C. office. The event will bring together professionals from across the consumer data industry for conversations focused on career growth, leadership, authenticity, and navigating personal and professional goals. Partner Melissa Baal Guidorizzi will deliver closing remarks during the event. To register: https://lnkd.in/gnpiAybq

“I've been a bit surprised at how quickly there was a shift to reexam, in part because that is a very different proceeding.” DWT partner Maria Culic Anderson was recently quoted in a Law360 article discussing the growing shift from inter partes reviews to ex parte reexaminations, highlighting how the two proceedings differ significantly and why companies should carefully evaluate their patent challenge strategies as the landscape continues to evolve. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gpaxWaY7

We’ve officially launched Banking [on] Blockchain, a new podcast exploring the legal, regulatory, and business issues shaping the digital asset industry. In the debut episode, DWT partners Steve Gannon and Michael T. Borgia dive into cybersecurity risks across the crypto ecosystem, from evolving attack methods and AI-driven threats to the legal and regulatory frameworks governing digital assets. In this clip, they discuss the current cybersecurity rules and standards shaping the crypto landscape as agencies and lawmakers continue to define the future of oversight. More episodes are on the way covering the latest developments at the intersection of blockchain, finance, technology, and regulation. Listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gubyadd2 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gXEf7kJS