LITIGATION, TRANSACTIONS & REGULATORY LAW
Extraordinary people doing extraordinary work on behalf of extraordinary clients
At M&R, bona fide industry expertise meets unsurpassed advisory and practice area know-how. We are a full-service, national law firm boasting a remarkable record of litigation, transactional and regulatory successes in the most consequential matters. Our attorneys, from the co-founders on down, are fully engaged, unrelenting yet always professional, and equal parts strategic, practical, entrepreneurial and cerebral—subject matter and practice area pros who immerse themselves in our clients’ businesses and are sought after for their proven industry expertise.
Industry Focus
Our lawyers bring to the table tangible, real-world experience in our clients’ businesses. It’s this breadth of knowledge across industries that drives superior results for some of the most dynamic and well-known companies, individuals and entrepreneurs here in the U.S. and abroad.
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Legal Expertise
When clients have their backs up against the proverbial wall, we’re their first call. That’s because the legal professionals at M&R—among the best in their respective practice areas—stand ready to offer business-first solutions and handle the most complex cases and challenging transactions.
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Culture & Diversity
At M&R, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone has a voice, no matter their background, culture, ethnicity, orientation or position. This encourages healthy internal debate and innovative, strategic thinking that inures to the benefit of our client base, which itself is as diverse as the firm.
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Recognition
The legal and business communities continue to shower praise upon M&R. The firm and its lawyers are regularly recognized with awards and honors that highlight our extraordinary work and culture and set us apart from our peers in the legal marketplace. Click below for a sampling of accolades.
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ATTORNEY SEARCH
Right lawyers,
right approach
M&R has assembled a roster of powerhouse litigators, transactional attorneys and regulatory authorities totally committed to meeting and exceeding our clients’ expectations and achieving their objectives. Need legal representation that’ll give opposing counsel reason to pause? Well, look no further.
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Insights &
media mentions
Lawyers at M&R are industry-focused thought leaders consistently making headlines and providing commentary on topics of interest to our clients and friends. Take a look at our latest insights and media mentions.
June 5, 2025
M&R Blog
L.A.’s New “Olympic Wage Ordinance” Signed Into Law: What Hotels Need to Know
By Lara Shortz & Natalie Manoogian On June 29, 2025, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass signed into law sweeping amendments to the City’s Hotel Worker Minimum Wage Ordinance, now informally referred to as the “Olympic Wage Ordinance.” These changes are poised to significantly impact hotel operators citywide, especially in the lead-up to the 2028 Olympic […]
May 29, 2025
Publications
The Startup Aspirin: SAFEs Ease Fundraising Pain, But Read the Fine Print First
Ling Kong unpacks the promise and pitfalls of SAFEs in his latest piece for Crunchbase News. In “The Startup Aspirin: SAFEs Ease Fundraising Pain, But Read the Fine Print First,” Ling explores how these streamlined agreements have become the go-to vehicle for early-stage capital—favored for their speed and simplicity—yet come with significant trade-offs around dilution,……
May 29, 2025
Publications
How Automation and Smart Systems Create Legal Headaches
Meredith Bobber Strauss has written about how automated systems—designed to optimize efficiency—can unintentionally generate legal exposure. In Risk Management, she details how background data flows, AI-driven pricing, and algorithmic decision-making may trigger enforcement actions, breach contracts, or violate consumer protection laws, even in the absence of intent. Her article, “How Automation and Smart Systems Create……
May 28, 2025
Media Mentions
A Self-Proclaimed ‘Mock Trial’ Nerd Transitions to Real-Life Trial Lawyering
Enrico Trevisani has taken his mock trial mastery from campus courtrooms to the federal court. As profiled in The AmLaw Litigation Daily, Enrico—an associate at M&R who made history as the first law student to win four of the nation’s top trial competitions—now applies that same precision and passion to real-life litigation. From taking witnesses……
May 15, 2025
Publications
When the Insurance Department Comes Knocking: How Producers Should Respond to Consumer Complaint Inquiries
Mark Robinson breaks down what every insurance producer needs to know when the Department of Insurance comes knocking. In an article for Risk & Insurance, Mark delivers practical, no-nonsense guidance for agents and brokers facing consumer complaint inquiries, spotlighting what regulators are really after and how to respond effectively and professionally. A timely read for……
February 24, 2025
M&R Blog
Corporate Transparency Act Alert: Filing Deadline Now March 21, 2025
Contact: Adam Bingham As of March 21, most U.S. businesses are required to file Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reports under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This follows recent court rulings that lifted nationwide injunctions, clearing the way for the U.S. Department of the Treasury and FinCEN (the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network) to enforce these requirements. […]
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OUR OFFICE LOCATIONS
A presence from coast-to-coast and a reach that’s global
M&R is headquartered in Los Angeles and has additional offices in Irvine, San Francisco, Dallas, Houston, Chicago, and New York City.
