O’Melveny partners Meaghan VerGow and Lauren Wagner recently shared insights with Michael Washburn of the Private Equity Law Report on how sponsors can assess pressure points in private credit funds through the lens of issues raised in litigation. The discussion covers the factors driving the rise in private credit litigation; allegations involving fund strategies, valuations, and disclosures; parallels and distinctions between litigation claims and SEC scrutiny; practical risk-mitigation steps for sponsors; and issues that could shape future lawsuits. Read: “Anticipating and Mitigating Threats Posed by the Latest Surge in Private Credit Litigation” https://loom.ly/j9tZJ50 #OMMPrivateCredit
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O’Melveny partner Timothy Durst will moderate a special panel discussion at the 2026 Eastern District of Texas Bench Bar Conference on Wednesday, October 28. His session, “How Appellate Judges View a Cold Trial Record,” will feature insights from several appellate judges. The annual conference brings together judges, lawyers, speakers, and other participants from across the country and around the world to explore a wide range of emerging legal issues. More information and to register: https://loom.ly/b8BJfJU O’Melveny is proud to support this year’s Bench Bar Conference. #OMMLitigation #OMelvenyTX
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In this Law360 article, we look at an important development in California law related to PFAS and what it could mean for litigation risk, corporate reputation, and corporate and real estate due diligence. Grateful to my co-authors, Hannah Chanoine and Andrew Weisberg, for their insights.
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“O’Melveny strongly encourages and promotes pro bono work...[and] the firm’s incredible support and commitment to pro bono work made it possible for me to take the leap for my first case,” said counsel Brandon Amash in a special feature published by The Orange County Lawyer highlighting his pro bono practice. Read the full feature: https://loom.ly/arlmEBc #OMMProBono #OMelvenyNB
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O’Melveny Antitrust partner Philip Monaghan recently participated in a panel discussion at GCR Live: China 2026. The session, “Cross-border M&A in an era of regulatory fragmentation,” examined rising regulatory scrutiny, national security-driven deal risk, and compliance challenges under competing EU and Chinese laws. Philip was joined by Yung Yung Janet Hui, Xiaoxi Cheng, Heng Ju, and Edwin Li. O’Melveny was proud to support Global Competition Review (GCR) Live: China 2026. #OMMAntitrust #OMelvenyShanghai
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In a recent article published by Law360, O’Melveny partner Peter Breckheimer and counsel Kathryn Turner discuss how recent court decisions show that evergreen protection in commercial leasing depends on the specific language of the letter of credit—not the lease terms or the beneficiary’s expectations. More here: https://loom.ly/SwlXCBE #OMMRealEstate
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O’Melveny partner Timothy Heafner recently shared insight in The Athletic on the evolving dynamics of conference realignment in college sports. “I think everyone is looking at these different moving pieces and trying to see how they’re going to affect realignment down the line and what opportunities exist there.” - Tim Heafner, Partner Read: “Will James Madison’s move set off more realignment dominoes? Here’s what we’re hearing,” by The Athletic’s Chris Vannini, Justin Williams, and Matt Baker. https://loom.ly/MdUGJ8s #OMMSports #CollegeSports
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O’Melveny partner Tristan Morales and counsel Daniel Brovman recently authored an article for the American Bar Association examining how the Railway Labor Act has historically established a distinct labor framework for the railroad and airline industries and how that precedent may evolve to encompass the space transportation industry. Read: "Space: The Railway Labor Act’s Final Frontier": https://loom.ly/9l8lrOU #OMMLaborAndEmployment #OMelvenyDC
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On Wednesday, October 21, O’Melveny partner and co-chair of the firm’s Energy Industry Group, Jason Schumacher, will be a guest speaker at the 2026 Whitley Penn Energy Conference as part of the Fueling the Future series. Jason will help kick off the conference by providing an industry-focused legal update. This event aims to bring together local professionals and thought leaders to discuss key trends in the oil and gas sector, regulatory shifts, and strategies for navigating the evolving market. More information and to register: https://loom.ly/c0TaHWo #OMMEnergy
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There’s still time to register to join The University of Texas Business Law Society and O’Melveny for a special panel discussion on Thursday, October 15. Attendees will learn about corporate law, what day-to-day practice looks like, and what to expect as a summer associate and junior attorney. Panelists will also discuss why they chose corporate law, what their practice areas entail, and what it’s like to work at O’Melveny. Register here: https://loom.ly/0Rxs8cs #OMMCorporate #OMelvenyTX The University of Texas School of Law
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