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# Renne Public Law Group

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- [Renne Public Law Group Welcomes Of Counsel Matthew Dill](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-welcomes-of-counsel-matthew-dill/)
- [RPLG Attorneys Receive 2026 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Recognition](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-attorneys-receive-2026-northern-california-super-lawyers-and-rising-stars-recognition/)
- [RPLG’s Jon Holtzman and Luke Jensen to Present at the CSDA General Manager Leadership Summit](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplgs-jon-holtzman-and-luke-jensen-to-present-at-the-csda-general-manager-leadership-summit/)
- [Partner Jim Ross Appointed to Lead RPLG’s Affirmative Litigation Practice](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/partner-jim-ross-appointed-to-lead-rplgs-affirmative-litigation-practice/)
- [RPLG’s Litigation Group Defends Public Interest Across California](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplgs-litigation-group-defends-public-interest-across-california/)
- [Jesse Lad Joins Renne Public Law Group as Senior Counsel](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/jesse-lad-joins-renne-public-law-group-as-senior-counsel/)
- [Renne Public Management Group Launches Law Enforcement Management & Liability Mitigation Services](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-management-group-launches-law-enforcement-management-liability-mitigation-services/)
- [RPLG’s Seventh-Annual Public Law Fellowship Welcomes Leading Public Sector Professionals](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplgs-seventh-annual-public-law-fellowship-welcomes-leading-public-sector-professionals/)
- [RPLG Earns Accolades from Chambers and Partners](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-earns-accolades-from-chambers-and-partners/)
- [RPLG Of Counsel Geoff Spellberg Wins Summary Judgement in Pivotal Post-Pandemic Litigation](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-of-counsel-geoff-spellberg-wins-summary-judgement-in-pivotal-post-pandemic-litigation/)
- [Santa Clara County Counsel, with Support from Renne Public Law Group, Files Landmark Civil Prosecution Accusing Meta of Massive Consumer Fraud](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/santa-clara-county-counsel-with-support-from-renne-public-law-group-files-landmark-civil-prosecution-accusing-meta-of-massive-consumer-fraud/)
- [Partner Rubin E. Cruse, Jr. to Lead RPLG’s Government Practice](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/partner-rubin-e-cruse-jr-to-lead-rplgs-government-practice/)
- [California county sues Meta over scam ads](https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/california-county-sues-meta-over-scam-ads-2026-05-11/)
- [RPLG Attorneys to Lead Two Presentations at Cal Cities City Attorneys Spring Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-attorneys-to-lead-two-presentations-at-cal-cities-city-attorneys-spring-conference/)
- [The Workplace Investigator's Blog - Spring 2026](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Investigations-Newsletter-Spring-2026.pdf#new_tab)
- [Probe finds no violations in Stockton budget restructuring, flags concerns](https://www.recordnet.com/story/news/politics/government/2026/04/24/stockton-budget-restructuring-cleared-of-violations-draws-scrutiny/89724466007/)
- [CALPERS Restores Retirees' Benefits in Settlement of Post-Retirement Work Case](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/calpers-restores-retirees-benefits-in-settlement-of-post-retirement-work-case/)
- [Karen’s Latin Kitchen: Causa Peruana](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/karens-latin-kitchen-causa-peruana/)
- [Protecting Witnesses in Public Employer Workplace Investigations](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/protecting-witnesses-in-public-employer-workplace-investigations/)
- [Technology and Workplace Investigations: Evolving Tools, Enduring Responsibilities](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/technology-and-workplace-investigations-evolving-tools-enduring-responsibilities/)
- [Workplace Misconduct in a Changing World: Trends, Risks and Practical Solutions](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/workplace-misconduct-in-a-changing-world-trends-risks-and-practical-solutions/)
- [Beyond the Bargaining Table: How to Build and Sustain Governing Body Support for Labor Negotiations](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/beyond-the-bargaining-table-how-to-build-and-sustain-governing-body-support-for-labor-negotiations/)
- [Best Practices for Cost-Effective, Efficient and Defensible Workplace Harassment Investigations](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/best-practices-for-cost-effective-efficient-and-defensible-workplace-harassment-investigations/)
- [Untangling Misconduct from Protected Activity](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/untangling-misconduct-from-protected-activity/)
- [RPLG Wins Landmark Appellate Victory in California Court of Appeal, Affirming Voter-Approved Powers for Civilian Police Oversight](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-wins-landmark-appellate-victory-in-california-court-of-appeal-affirming-voter-approved-powers-for-civilian-police-oversight-2/)
- [Sarah Goldwasser Joins Renne Public Law Group as Associate](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/sarah-goldwasser-joins-renne-public-law-group-as-associate/)
- [RPLG Founding Partner Jon Holtzman to Present at California Lawyers Association Public Sector Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-founding-partner-jon-holtzman-to-present-at-california-lawyers-association-public-sector-conference/)
- [Max Peltz Joins Renne Public Law Group as Of Counsel](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/max-peltz-joins-renne-public-law-group-as-of-counsel/)
- [Appeals court backs subpoena power for sheriff oversight boards](https://www.dailyjournal.com/article/390460-appeals-court-backs-subpoena-power-for-sheriff-oversight-boards#new_tab)
- [The RPLG Public Law Fellowship Program: Training future lawyers in local government law](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/the-rplg-public-law-fellowship-program-training-future-lawyers-in-local-government-law/)
- [Daily Journal: The RPLG Public Law Fellowship Program: Training future lawyers in local government law](https://www.dailyjournal.com/cal_lawyer/390387-the-rplg-public-law-fellowship-program-training-future-lawyers-in-local-government-law/show#new_tab)
- [RPLG and RPMG Partner with ILG for Fourth Wildfire Risk Reduction Webinar](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-and-rpmg-partner-with-ilg-for-fourth-wildfire-risk-reduction-webinar/)
- [Ninth Circuit Decision Suggests Chalking Is a Search, Leaves Municipalities a Path to Defend the Practice](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/chalking-search-ninth-circuit/) - A recent Ninth Circuit Decision suggests chalking is a search under the Fourth Amendment but leaves municipalities a path to defend the practice under the administrative search exception.
- [Founding Partner Jon Holtzman Joins San Francisco Bar Association Annual Labor and Employment Conference Panel](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/founding-partner-jon-holtzman-joins-san-francisco-bar-association-annual-labor-and-employment-conference-panel/) - RPLG Partner Jon Holtzman. Public Law Group Founding Partner Jon Holtzman will join a panel of police reform experts to discuss “Police Reform: Can Unions and Management Play a Constructive Role?” at the 2021 Annual Labor and Employment Conference. The session will take place on Friday, Feb. 26 from 1:00 to 2:15 p.m. The panel
- [Building on the Supreme Court’s 2020 Vested Rights Opinion, the First District Court of Appeal Further Expands the Rationale For Modifying Pension Benefits](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/first-district-court-of-appeal-further-expands-the-rationale-for-modifying-pension-benefits/) - On July 30, 2020, the California Supreme Court gave good government a win when it upheld the state law that outlawed forms of pension “spiking.” 
- [Jon Holtzman and Linda Ross to Give Presentation on Pension Law Hosted by Sacramento County Bar Association](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/jon-holtzman-and-linda-ross-to-give-presentation-on-pension-law-hosted-by-sacramento-county-bar-association/) - RPLG Founding Partner Jon Holtzman and Partner Linda Ross will present on public pensions in California on Thursday, April 8, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The presentation will cover developments in public pension law, the “California Rule,” and key decisions recently made by the California Supreme Court. The webinar, hosted by the Sacramento
- [RPLG Launches Redistricting Work as a New Area of Practice](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-launches-redistricting-work-as-a-new-area-of-practice/) - Across California, agencies ranging from cities to school districts are embarking on the 2021 redistricting process. Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) has partnered with geographic information systems and data analytics consultants FLO Analytics (FLO) to guide local agencies through the intricate process. Every 10 years, local governments use new data from the Census to redraw
- [RPLG to Attend California Lawyers Association Inaugural Public Law Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-to-attend-california-lawyers-association-inaugural-public-law-conference/)
- [RPLG's Andrew Shen and Mauricio Grande to Present on Ethics and Open Government Laws at League of California Cities' Planning Commissioners Academy](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplgs-andrew-shen-and-mauricio-grande-to-present-on-ethics-and-open-government-laws-at-league-of-california-cities-planning-commissioners-academy/)
- [Tom Kelch and Mike Slattery Bring Property Tax Dispute and Bankruptcy Expertise to RPLG](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/tom-kelch-and-mike-slattery-bring-property-tax-dispute-and-bankruptcy-expertise-to-rplg/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is pleased to announce that Mike Slattery and Tom Kelch have joined the firm as Of Counsel. Their main practice area is the representation of counties in property tax disputes in the Superior Courts and Courts of Appeal. In the past year, their work has resulted in four published opinions
- [RPLG Presents at 2021 CALPELRA Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-to-present-at-calpelra-annual-conference/) - Several members of Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) presented at the California Public Employers Labor Relations Association (CALPELRA) Annual Training Conference in Monterey from November 16-19, 2021. CALPELRA provides training and professional development for California public sector labor and employment professionals. The Annual Conference, themed “Color Your Space: A Spectrum of Opportunities,” gives attendees the
- [RPLG Secures Critical Ninth Circuit Victory for Orange County in Decade-Old Class Action Challenging the County’s Restructuring of Retiree Medical Benefits](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-secures-critical-ninth-circuit-victory-for-orange-county-in-decade-old-class-action-challenging-the-countys-restructuring-of-retiree-medical-benefits/) - On October 28, 2021, a panel from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit put an end to a longstanding dispute between Orange County and a class of retired County employees over whether the retirees had an implied vested right to a retiree medical benefit. On December 9, the Court denied plaintiffs’ Petition
- [Police reform isn’t optional, and HR must be involved](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/police-reform-isnt-optional-and-hr-must-be-involved/) - In the world of local government, however, the issue isn’t really whether there will be new approaches to policing as we know it but what the changes will be.
- [Ryan McGinley-Stempel and Steve Cikes Present at CCAC’s Spring 2022 Employment Law Study Section Meeting](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/ryan-mcginley-stempel-and-steve-cikes-present-at-ccacs-spring-2022-employment-law-study-section-meeting/) - RPLG Partner Ryan McGinley-Stempel and Of Counsel Steve Cikes spoke on vested pension rights at the County Counsels’ Association of California Spring 2022 Employment Law Study Section Meeting on February 24-25 at the Hyatt Regency in Monterey. At this conference, county attorneys learn about recent developments in employment law and best practices and actionable strategies
- [DLSE Clarifies California Employer Obligation to Provide 2022 COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/dlse-clarifies-california-employer-obligation-to-provide-2022-covid-19-supplemental-paid-sick-leave/) - On February 8, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB) 114 into law, reestablishing the COVID-19 supplemental paid sick leave (SPSL) for California employers. SPSL, codified at section 248.6 of the Labor Code requires public and private sector employers with 26 or more employees to provide employees with two separate banks of COVID-19-related paid
- [Of Counsel Amy Ackerman elevated to RPLG Partner](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/of-counsel-amy-ackerman-elevated-to-rplg-partner/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) congratulates Amy Ackerman on her promotion to Partner effective April 1. Amy joined RPLG as Of Counsel in the spring of 2020 and brought with her years of experience in local government, public health, juvenile and appellate law. She is passionate about public service. During her two years at the
- [Cal/OSHA Adopts Next Iteration of ETS](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/cal-osha-adopts-next-iteration-of-ets-2/) - On April 21, 2022, California’s Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board adopted the next iteration of the Cal/OSHA Emergency Temporary Standards (“ETS”), which sets out workplace safety requirements related to COVID-19 applicable to public employers. This latest ETS comes a few weeks before the current ETS is set to expire on May 6, 2022. This
- [CalPERS Moves Forward on New Retired Annuitant Regulation](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/calpers-moves-forward-on-new-retired-annuitant-regulation/) - On Monday, April 18, 2022, the Pension and Health Benefits Committee of the CalPERS Board of Administration voted to move forward with adopting a regulation governing the employment of retired persons, or “retired annuitants.” Retired annuitants are CalPERS retirees who, without formally applying for reinstatement, return to work with a CalPERS-covered employer in a designated position. The
- [RPLG Partner Slated to Speak at Cal Cities AC](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partners-slated-to-speak-at-cal-cities-ac/) - RPLG Partner Amy Ackerman is set to speak at the 2022 League of California Cities (Cal Cities) Annual Conference in September at the Long Beach Convention Center. This year’s conference, from September 7-9, offers an opportunity for hundreds of leaders from all sections of local government to connect and learn from the innovative educational sessions throughout
- [California Whistleblower Retaliation Claims after Lawson v. PPG](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/california-whistleblower-retaliation-claims-after-lawson-v-ppg/) - On January 27, 2022, the Supreme Court of California held that the employee-friendly California Labor Code Section 1102.6 standard applies to whistleblower retaliation claims under Labor Code section 1102.5. (Lawson v. PPG Architectural Finishes, Inc. (Cal. 2022) 12 Cal.5th 703, 718.) Prior to Lawson, some courts applied a standard developed by the U.S. Supreme Court
- [Founding Partner Jon Holtzman and Of Counsel Rubin E. Cruse to Present at City Attorneys Spring Conference Alongside Downey Brand Partner Kathryn Oehlschlager](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/founding-partner-jon-holtzman-and-of-counsel-rubin-e-cruse-to-present-at-city-attorneys-spring-conference-alongside-downey-brand-partner-kathryn-oehlschlager/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG)’s Rubin E. Cruse Jr., Ann Danforth, Jake Freitas, Art Hartinger and Jon Holtzman will represent the firm at the League of California Cities (LOCC) City Attorneys Spring Conference, May 8 to 11 in Rancho Mirage. On Wednesday, May 8 at 1 p.m., Founding Partner Jon Holtzman and Of Counsel Rubin
- [RPLG Secures Dismissal in Lengthy Jury Trial on Behalf of Monterey County](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-secures-dismissal-in-lengthy-jury-trial-on-behalf-of-monterey-county/) - Renne Public Law Group Trial Attorney Geoffrey Spellberg successfully represented Monterey County in a lawsuit brought by 16 County employees regarding the Natividad Medical Center’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate. After nine days of trial, with another nine days to go, the plaintiffs voluntarily dismissed the case – handing the County a decisive victory. “This is a
- [Renne Public Law Group Announces the 2026 Public Law Fellowship Cohort](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-announces-the-2026-public-law-fellowship-cohort/)
- [Renne Public Law Group Secures a Win in the California Supreme Court <br> RPLG’s Appellate Group Handling Numerous Important Appellate Cases](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-secures-a-win-in-the-california-supreme-court-rplgs-appellate-group-handling-numerous-important-appellate-cases/) - Renne Public Law Group (“RPLG”) recently prevailed in the California Supreme Court on behalf of the Los Angeles County Assessor in Prang v. Los Angeles County Assessment Appeals Board. The case was handled by RPLG attorneys Tom Kelch, Mike Slattery, and Ryan McGinley-Stempel. Tom Kelch argued the case in the Supreme Court. This property tax
- [Prepare Now for California’s New Workplace Violence Prevention Program Roll Out](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/prepare-now-for-californias-new-workplace-violence-prevention-program-roll-out/) - Starting July 1, 2024, the majority of California employers must have Workplace Violence Prevention Programs (WVPPs) in place pursuant to California Labor Code section 6401.9. If you have not already implemented a WVPP, now is the time to take action. Renne Public Law Group’s extensive experience in developing and implementing WVPPs positions the firm as an
- [RPLG attorneys receive prestigious recognition as 2024 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-attorneys-receive-prestigious-recognition-as-2024-northern-california-super-lawyers-and-rising-stars/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is excited to announce that three members of our team have been honored as 2024 Northern California Super Lawyers and two have been named Rising Stars by Super Lawyers, a renowned legal rating service. RPLG founding partners Art Hartinger and Jon Holtzman have been named 2024 Northern California Super Lawyers
- [RPLG Partner Steve Cikes Named 2024 Top Labor and Employment Lawyer by the Daily Journal](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-steve-cikes-named-2024-top-labor-and-employment-lawyer-by-the-daily-journal/) - RPLG Partner Steve Cikes has been named as a 2024 Top Labor and Employment Lawyer by the Daily Journal, a leading legal publication. This distinction recognizes outstanding California lawyers that have expertly represented clients in cases pertaining to labor and employment law. Steve’s extensive litigation experience includes handling cases before state and federal courts, administrative tribunals
- [CA Supreme Court says state labor laws that expose all other employers to big lawsuits don't apply for govt jobs](https://norcalrecord.com/stories/663696646-ca-supreme-court-says-state-labor-laws-that-expose-all-other-employers-to-big-lawsuits-don-t-apply-for-govt-jobs#new_tab)
- [RPLG Welcomes Of Counsel and Head of Investigations Karen Carrera](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-welcomes-of-counsel-and-head-of-investigations-karen-carrera/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is pleased to announce that Karen Carrera has joined the firm as Of Counsel and Head of the Investigations section. With over 25 years of experience in employment law and workplace investigations, Karen brings a wealth of knowledge to RPLG’s growing practice, particularly for public entities, nonprofits and Spanish-speaking clients.
- [Hate-Bombing and Poetry Recitations: Handling Disruptive Public Comment](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/hate-bombing-and-poetry-recitations-handling-disruptive-public-comment/) - Amy Ackerman1 Introduction2 When the pandemic hit, city councils held their meetings remotely, using zoom and similar technologies. Even as councils returned to in-person meetings, many continued to allow residents to attend and make public comment remotely. Residents enjoy the convenience of remote attendance, and many councils saw greater attendance at their meetings. Unfortunately, in
- [Renne Public Management Group Welcomes Consultant Dave Winnacker](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-management-group-welcomes-consultant-dave-winnacker/) - Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) is pleased to announce the addition of Dave Winnacker to its team as a Consultant. With over 21 years of distinguished fire service experience, including seven years as Fire Chief of the Moraga-Orinda Fire District, Dave brings extensive experience in wildfire risk management, emergency operations and strategic planning. "Dave's background
- [Renne Public Management Group Renews CCMF Sponsorship](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-management-group-renews-ccmf-sponsorship/) - Renne Public Management Group (RPMG), a division of Renne Public Law Group (RPLG), is pleased to have renewed its sponsorship of the California City Management Foundation (CCMF) for the second consecutive year. This ongoing partnership underscores the firm’s dedication to supporting city managers and advancing excellence in city management throughout California’s 483 incorporated municipalities. “Thank you to Renne Public Management
- [Funding Wildfire Prevention](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/funding-wildfire-prevention/) - As the recent catastrophic wildfires in Los Angeles County have demonstrated, the risk of wildfires continues to threaten lives and property. An effective wildfire prevention program requires regional cooperation between adjoining public entities and a dedicated source of funding. As communities continue to engage in this work, we offer three funding models that have been
- [U.S. Supreme Court Decision Cements Renne Public Law Group Victory for City of Stockton](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/u-s-supreme-court-decision-cements-renne-public-law-group-victory-for-city-of-stockton/) - On Monday, March 10, Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) secured a victory on behalf of the City of Stockton when the U.S. Supreme Court declined to review a Ninth Circuit panel opinion in Hittle v. City of Stockton, which held that the City’s former Fire Chief could not proceed on his Title VII religious discrimination
- [International Municipal Lawyers Association Honors Partners Art Hartinger and Ryan McGinley-Stempel with 2025 Amicus Service Award](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/international-municipal-lawyers-association-honors-partners-art-hartinger-and-ryan-mcginley-stempel-with-2025-amicus-service-award/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) congratulates Founding Partner Art Hartinger and Partner and Head of Appellate Practice Ryan McGinley-Stempel, for receiving a distinguished Amicus Service Award from the International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA) for their service to the IMLA Legal Advocacy program in Simon v. City and County of San Francisco, currently pending before the
- [Federal judge dismisses lawsuit in Napa wine fight](https://www.courthousenews.com/federal-judge-dismisses-lawsuit-in-napa-wine-fight/#new_tab)
- [RPLG Partner Ryan McGinley-Stempel to Speak on Public Agency Representation at UC Law San Francisco](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-ryan-mcginley-stempel-to-speak-on-public-agency-representation-at-uc-law-san-francisco/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Partner and Head of Appellate Practice Ryan McGinley-Stempel will join a panel discussion at the University of California Law San Francisco (UC Law SF) on Tuesday, April 8. The panel, held as part of the university’s Government Law concentration, will share insights into careers providing legal representation for public agencies.
- [RPLG to Present Two Sessions at 2024 CSDA Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-to-present-two-sessions-at-2024-csda-annual-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) will present two sessions at the 2024 California Special Districts Association (CSDA) Annual Conference in Indian Wells. This year’s CSDA Conference, Sept. 9 to 12, will provide an opportunity for attendees to gather and learn from informative, educational presentations on special district topics. From 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. on Sept.
- [California Public Policy Group Launches as a New Independent Business](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/california-public-policy-group-launches-as-a-new-independent-business/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) announces that Renne Public Policy Group will begin operating as a separate, stand-alone company, the California Public Policy Group (CPPG). This transition marks a significant milestone for both RPLG and CPPG.
- [RPLG Presents Two Sessions at 2024 League of California Cities Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-presents-two-sessions-at-2024-league-of-california-cities-annual-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) will present two sessions at the 2024 League of California Cities (LOCC) Annual Conference, October 16 to 18 in Long Beach. From 10 a.m. to noon on Oct. 16, Partner Andrew Shen will participate in a session entitled, “Understanding Public Service Ethics Laws and Principles (AB1234). This session covers the
- [RPLG Presents 13 Sessions at the 2024 CALPELRA Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-will-present-13-sessions-at-the-2024-calpelra-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) And Renne Public Management Group will have eleven presenters at this year’s California Public Employers Labor Relations Association (CALPELRA) Annual Training Conference in Monterey, from November 12–15. CALPELRA equips California public sector employers to better serve their communities through comprehensive training in labor relations and personnel management. The 2024 Annual
- [RPLG Founder Louise Renne to Present on Impact Litigation](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-founder-louise-renne-to-present-on-impact-litigation/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Chair Louise Renne will share her insight as part of a distinguished panel on the topic of “Impact Litigation in the Bay Area: How local cases have changed lives and law throughout the nation.” Hosted by the Northern District Court Historical Society, the event will take place on Thursday, December
- [RPLG Partner Andrew Shen to Present at the 2024 CalCities City Clerks Seminar alongside CPPG’s Dane Hutchings](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-andrew-shen-to-present-at-the-2024-calcities-city-clerks-seminar-alongside-cppgs-dane-hutchings/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Partner Andrew Shen and California Public Policy Group Founder and CEO Dane Hutchings will headline a keynote session at the upcoming League of California Cities City Clerks New Law and Elections Seminar, December 11–13, in Napa. The event is a premier platform for local government professionals, designed to empower city
- [RPLG Partner Rubin E. Cruse, Jr. to Present on Wildfire Prevention at 2024 CalCities Fire Chiefs Leadership Seminar](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-rubin-e-cruse-jr-to-present-on-wildfire-prevention-at-2024-calcities-fire-chiefs-leadership-seminar/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Partner Rubin E. Cruse, Jr. will present at the League of California Cities (LOCC) Fire Chiefs Leadership Seminar in Napa this December, offering essential guidance on communicating wildfire prevention measures to communities. The session, “Don’t Shoot the Messenger: Delivering Difficult Wildfire Prevention Messages to Your Community,” will take place on
- [Jon Holtzman and Dave Winnacker's "Here are seven reasons why California’s wildfire prevention efforts aren’t working"](https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/op-ed/article298522228.html#new_tab)
- [Renne Public Law Group and Renne Public Management Group Provide Public Safety and Wildfire Risk Reduction Services](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-and-renne-public-management-group-provide-public-safety-and-wildfire-risk-reduction-services/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) and Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) announced the launch of an Advanced Wildfire Risk Reduction (AWRR) program, headed by RPMG Consultant Dave Winnacker, that offers actionable solutions to reduce wildfire risk based on the latest fire science. Winnacker is the former Chief of Moraga Orinda Fire District, a Hoover fellow, and a state-wide leader in fire
- [RPLG to Present on AB 1234 at Cal Cities 2025 NorCal Mayors and Council Members Academy](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-to-present-on-ab-1234-at-cal-cities-2025-norcal-mayors-and-council-members-academy/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Partner Andrew Shen and Associate Mauricio Grande will present “Understanding Public Service Ethics Laws and Principles (AB 1234)” at the League of California Cities (Cal Cities) 2025 NorCal Mayors and Council Members Academy on Friday, January 24, in Sacramento. “Ethics laws help ensure integrity and transparency in local government,” said
- [RPLG Partner Amy Ackerman Presented at the Auxiliary Organizations Association’s Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-amy-ackerman-presented-at-the-auxiliary-organizations-associations-annual-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Partner Amy Ackerman participated in the Auxiliary Organizations Association’s (AOA) 2025 Annual Conference, where she presented on “Public Records Request for California State University (CSU) Auxiliaries” on January 13 in San Diego. The conference, titled “Charting New Frontiers Through Radical Innovation,” aimed to inspire attendees to adopt innovative strategies that
- [RPLG Art Hartinger and Tae Evans Presented PERB Updates at County Counsel Employment Law Spring Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-art-hartinger-and-tae-evans-presented-perb-updates-at-county-counsel-employment-law-spring-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Founding Partner Art Hartinger and Associate Tae Evans presented “Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) Updates” at the County Counsel Employment Law Spring Conference, April 3-4, in San Diego. At the conference, attorneys who provide legal counsel to California’s 58 counties and other public entities explored recent developments in civil law
- [Superior Court Upholds Moraga-Orinda Fire District’s Fuel Break Ordinance From California Environmental Quality Act Challenge](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/superior-court-upholds-moraga-orinda-fire-districts-fuel-break-ordinance-from-california-environmental-quality-act-challenge/) - Attorneys from Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) and Stoel Rives secured a significant victory for local agency efforts to combat wildfire risks. The Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa, ruled in favor of the Moraga-Orinda Fire District (District) in a legal challenge brought by Orinda residents. The petitioners sought to overturn the District’s
- [Chambers and Partners Recognizes RPLG as a Top Labor & Employment Firm in San Francisco](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/chambers-and-partners-recognizes-rplg-as-a-top-labor-employment-firm-in-san-francisco/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) has been recognized as a leading Labor & Employment law firm in the San Francisco area in the Chambers Spotlight California 2025 Guide, a distinction that highlights the firm’s exceptional work on behalf of public agencies. The Chambers Spotlight Guide showcases boutique and mid-sized firms that offer deep regional expertise
- [How Employers Can Prepare for ICE Audits and Raids: Tips for Compliance and Crisis Management](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/how-employers-can-prepare-for-ice-audits-and-raids-tips-for-compliance-and-crisis-management/) - By: Maribel Lopez and Karen Carrera In today’s immigration enforcement environment, it is critical for employers to understand how to respond if Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) comes knocking. Whether the visit is related to an I-9 audit, a workplace raid, or an attempt to detain specific individuals, employers must be prepared to respond legally,
- [Protecting Transgender and Non-Binary Workers: EEOC Standards and the Legal Fallout of Executive Action](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/protecting-transgender-and-non-binary-workers-eeoc-standards-and-the-legal-fallout-of-executive-action/) - By: Emma Wilcox Introduction In 2020, the U.S. Supreme Court held for the first time that Title VII’s protections against “sex” discrimination encompass discrimination on the basis of gender-identity and sexual orientation. Just last year, the EEOC updated its Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace to expressly cover these protections. The new presidential administration
- [RPLG Attorneys Receive Prestigious Recognition as 2025 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-attorneys-receive-prestigious-recognition-as-2025-northern-california-super-lawyers-and-rising-stars/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is pleased to announce the recognition of six attorneys in the prestigious 2025 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars listings. These honors acknowledge exceptional skill and influence in the legal community based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes peer nominations, independent research and peer reviews. Founding Partners Art
- [RPLG’s Appellate Practice Group Leads with Precision and Purpose](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplgs-appellate-practice-group-leads-with-precision-and-purpose/) - Renne Public Law Group’s (RPLG) Appellate Practice Group has established itself as a leading advocate for public agencies in appellate courts throughout California and beyond. Led by Partner and Head of Appellate Practice Ryan McGinley-Stempel, the team brings specialized skills essential for navigating complex appellate proceedings at every level, including before the United States Supreme
- [RPLG Argues High-Stakes Property Tax Case Before California Supreme Court](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-argues-high-stakes-property-tax-case-before-california-supreme-court/) - Renne Public Law Group’s (RPLG) Appellate Practice Group showcased its legal expertise when Of Counsel Michael Slattery appeared before the California Supreme Court to argue Olympic & Georgia Partners LLC v. County of Los Angeles, a property tax case with approximately $150 million in assessed value on the line, equating to roughly $1.7 million in
- [Rubin E. Cruse Jr., Ann Danforth and Mauricio Grande to Lead Advanced CEQA Presentation at CSDA Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rubin-e-cruse-jr-ann-danforth-and-mauricio-grande-to-lead-advanced-ceqa-presentation-at-csda-annual-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Partner Rubin E. Cruse Jr., Of Counsel Ann Danforth and Associate Mauricio Grande will lead an advanced session on the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) at the upcoming California Special Districts Association (CSDA) Annual Conference on August 27. The session, titled, “CEQA for the Brave: Advanced CEQA topics,” is designed for
- [RPMG Consultant Dave Winnacker to Present at CAJPA Fall Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rpmg-consultant-dave-winnacker-to-present-at-cajpa-fall-conference/) - Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) Consultant Dave Winnacker will present “LA Fire: Property & Liability Protection” at the California Association of Joint Powers Authorities (CAJPA) Fall Conference in Monterey this September. The session will examine strategies for protecting properties and mitigating liabilities in the face of California’s increasing wildfire risks. Drawing on over 21 years
- [RPLG and RPMG to Present Wildfire Risk Reduction Insights at ILG Webinar Series](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-and-rpmg-to-present-wildfire-risk-reduction-insights-at-ilg-webinar-series/) - To help local government leaders better understand the multidisciplinary approach of wildfire risk reduction, Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) and Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) have partnered with the Institute for Local Government to host a webinar series, “Reducing Your Community’s Wildfire Risk.” The four-part series, led by RPLG Founding Partner Jon Holtzman and RPMG
- [RPLG Attorneys Share Expertise on Citizen Engagement at County Counsels’ Public Works Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-attorneys-share-expertise-on-citizen-engagement-at-county-counsels-public-works-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Partner Jim Ross and Associate Lisa Sharkey represented the firm at the County Counsels’ Association of California’s Public Works Conference on September 18, connecting with county counsels across California and sharing timely insights on engagement challenges facing local government. In their session titled “First Amendment Audits and Other Citizen Engagement
- [Renne Public Management Group Consultant David Swing to Speak at the League of California Cities Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-management-group-consultant-david-swing-to-speak-at-the-league-of-california-cities-annual-conference/) - David Swing, a consultant at Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) and former police chief of Pleasanton and Morgan Hill, will be a featured panelist at the League of California Cities Annual Conference & Expo in Long Beach on Wednesday, October 8. The panel titled “Stepping Up to Lead: Addressing the Erosion of Trust in Local
- [RPLG to Attend California Lawyers Association Public Law 101 Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-to-attend-california-lawyers-association-public-law-101-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Partner and Head of Government Practice Amy Ackerman, Partner Andrew Shen and Associates Maribel Lopez, Taylor ‘Tae’ Evans and Zoe Tatarsky and Law Clerk Taylor Cole will attend the California Lawyers Association (CLA) Public Law 101 Conference, September 25–26. CLA is a member-driven, mission-focused organization dedicated to the professional advancement
- [RPLG to Attend the 2025 League of California Cities Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-to-attend-the-2025-league-of-california-cities-annual-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is headed to Long Beach for the League of California Cities (Cal Cities) Annual Conference & Expo taking place October 8–10. The firm will be represented by Founding Partner Jon Holtzman and Partners Rubin E. Cruse, Jr. and Andrew Shen, as well as Senior Associate Anastasia Bondarchuk and Associates Maribel
- [RPLG Partner Rubin E. Cruse, Jr. and RPMG Consultant Dave Winnacker Address Current Challenges at County Counsels' Annual Meeting](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-rubin-e-cruse-jr-and-rpmg-consultant-dave-winnacker-address-current-challenges-at-county-counsels-annual-meeting/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Partner Rubin E. Cruse, Jr. and Renne Public Management Group Consultant Dave Winnacker represented the firm at the County Counsels’ Association of California’s Annual Meeting, where they delivered separate presentations on the complex dynamics of (1) providing independent counsel for elected officials and (2) wildfire risk management. In Rubin’s session
- [Guardians Under Scrutiny: Best Practices for Neutral Investigations Under POBR and FBOR](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/guardians-under-scrutiny-best-practices-for-neutral-investigations-under-pobr-and-fbor/) - By: Karen Carrera The High Stakes of Public Safety Investigations When misconduct allegations arise involving peace officers or firefighters, the stakes are uniquely high. These professionals hold positions of public trust, wield significant authority and often operate in high-pressure environments. Investigating their conduct requires not only legal precision but also a deep understanding of the
- [Navigating the New EEOC Landscape: What Investigators Need to Know](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/navigating-the-new-eeoc-landscape-what-investigators-need-to-know/) - By: Karen Carrera In the ever-evolving world of employment law, few agencies have as profound an impact on workplace investigations as the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). For decades, the EEOC has served as a bulwark against discrimination, guiding employers and investigators through the complex terrain of civil rights enforcement. But recent political shifts
- [California Employment Laws Effective in 2026: Narrative Summary & Compliance Guide](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/california-employment-laws-effective-in-2026-narrative-summary-compliance-guide/) - By: Karen Carrera, Esq. AWI-CH 1) State Minimum Wage & Exempt Salary Threshold Effective: January 1, 2026 What it does: Increases the state minimum wage to $16.90/hour, which in turn lifts the exempt salary threshold (twice minimum wage) to $70,304/year for most executive, administrative and professional exemptions. Industry benchmarks also update: The computer software professional
- [CEQA Flexibilities Offer New Pathways for Wildfire Risk Reduction](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/ceqa-flexibilities-offer-new-pathways-for-wildfire-risk-reduction/) - As wildfire risk continues to escalate across California, local governments face growing pressure to act quickly — often within a regulatory landscape that can feel complex and restrictive. In the final installment of a four-part wildfire risk reduction webinar series, Renne Public Law Group (RPLG), Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) and the Institute for Local
- [RPLG Prevails in Landmark California Supreme Court Property Tax Decision](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-prevails-in-landmark-california-supreme-court-property-tax-decision/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Of Counsel Mike Slattery successfully represented the County of Los Angeles in a significant California Supreme Court decision addressing the taxation of revenue associated with major commercial properties. In Olympic & Georgia Partners LLC v. County of Los Angeles, the Court issued its opinion and subsequently denied the taxpayer’s petition
- [RPLG Head of Investigations Karen Carrera Promoted to Partner](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-head-of-investigations-karen-carrera-promoted-to-partner/)
- [We Stand With Minneapolis and Saint Paul](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/we-stand-with-minneapolis-and-saint-paul/)
- [RPLG and RPMG to Attend Cal Cities City Managers Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-and-rpmg-to-attend-cal-cities-city-managers-conference-2/)
- [Renne Public Law Group Welcomes Of Counsel Glen Hansen](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-welcomes-of-counsel-glen-hansen/)
- [Assistant Managing Partner Andrew Shen to Present at Redistricting Symposium](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/assistant-managing-partner-andrew-shen-to-present-at-redistricting-symposium/)
- [Andrew Shen Promoted to Assistant Managing Partner](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/andrew-shen-promoted-to-assistant-managing-partner/)
- [RPLG Welcomes Associate Taylor "Tae" Evans](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-welcomes-associate-taylor-tae-evans/)
- [Renne Public Law Group and Renne Public Management Group Partner with ILG for Third Installation of Wildfire Risk Reduction Webinar Series](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-and-renne-public-management-group-partner-with-ilg-for-third-installation-of-wildfire-risk-reduction-webinar-series/)
- [Renne Public Law Group and Renne Public Management Group Webinar Highlights Proactive Wildfire Planning and Insurance Considerations](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-and-renne-public-management-group-webinar-highlights-proactive-wildfire-planning-and-insurance-considerations/)
- [RPMG Consultant Dave Winnacker Inducted Into the California Fire Chiefs Association Hall of Fame](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rpmg-consultant-dave-winnacker-inducted-into-the-california-fire-chiefs-association-hall-of-fame/)
- [Praying to a lesser higher authority](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/praying-to-a-lesser-higher-authority/) - Sitting in Temple on Yom Kippur, I was contemplating the tension between local governments’ struggle to maintain services and the important struggle of public workers to maintain their standards of living, pensions, and health benefits. I resolved to write a column discussing the difference between “off with their heads” Tea Partyism and reasoned reform. But
- [Governing in the space between](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/governing-in-the-space-between/) - Effective local governance is another victim of the increasingly polarized world of politics. On one side, strains of the Tea Party refrain that government is the problem can be heard everywhere. On the other side, more progressive constituents are generally unwilling to lift a finger to save government as it drowns in structural deficits. Yet,
- [Harder to dismiss cases challenging loss of “vested” benefits](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/harder-to-dismiss-cases-challenging-loss-of-vested-benefits/) - Recent court decisions illustrate the difficulty public employers face after the California Supreme Court’s decision in Retired Employees Assn. of Orange County, Inc. v. County of Orange (known as REAOC). In REAOC, the supreme court held that a “vested” right to retiree health benefits may be implied into statutes or other legislative enactments if the “statutory language or circumstances
- [The Season Begins](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/the-season-begins/) - Bargaining season in the public sector is here again, and this year promises to be very challenging. After years of concession bargaining, employee expectations are rising with the economy. Unfortunately, the money available to grant wage increases or, in some cases, even to mitigate concessions just isn’t there. Is someone hiding it? Certainly that’s what
- [Muzzling the voters on pensions](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/muzzling-the-voters-on-pensions/) - Last month, a unanimous California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) board tentatively approved a roughly 50% hike in the employer pension contribution rate. The increase in rates will take effect in fiscal year 2014-2015 for state and school employees and in fiscal year 2015-2016 for local governments, with a five-year phase-in period. CalPERS’s previous approach,
- [Kevin McLaughlin Joins Oakland City Attorney’s Office](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/kevin-mclaughlin-joins-oakland-city-attorneys-office/) - We are proud that our associate Kevin McLaughlin has landed a job at the Oakland City Attorney’s Office, working in City Attorney Barbara Parker’s administration. Mr. McLaughlin has provided creative insight and sound litigation advice to many clients. “While sorry to see him leave our team, we greatly honor public service and wish him the
- [RPLG Wins Complete Defense Verdict for Children’s Hospital Oakland](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-wins-complete-defense-verdict-for-childrens-hospital-oakland/) - On May 16, 2019, a jury in Alameda County returned a complete defense verdict for UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland. 
- [Open Forum: Juul’s SF ballot measure typical of Big Tobacco’s disingenuous tactics](https://www.sfchronicle.com/opinion/openforum/article/Open-Forum-Juul-s-SF-ballot-measure-typical-of-14083815.php#new_tab) - As San Francisco’s city attorney, I sued the tobacco industry and won $500 million in damages for the massive harm caused by cigarettes.
- [Jon Holtzman and City of Fresno Forge Ahead with PLA for Airport Expansion](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/jon-holtzman-and-city-of-fresno-forge-ahead-with-pla-for-airport-expansion/) - Jon Holtzman completes negotiations for the rare use of a project labor agreement covering the expansion of the Fresno International Airport.
- [Four RPLG Attorneys Named Super Lawyers](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/four-rplg-attorneys-named-super-lawyers/) - Four RPLG lawyers were designated as Super Lawyers which involves a patented selection process requiring peer nominations, independent research and peer evaluations.
- [SJ County lending its support to Boise lawsuit over public sleeping](https://www.recordnet.com/news/20190818/sj-county-lending-its-support-to-boise-lawsuit-over-public-sleeping#new_tab)
- [S.J. County Supports suit over public sleeping](https://www.pressreader.com/usa/lodi-news-sentinel/20190820/281642486822313#new_tab) - San Joaquin County is lending its support to an effort to overturn a federal court ruling that bars municipalities from prosecuting homeless residents for sleeping outdoors even if there is nowhere else for them to go.
- [Executive Interview with Dane Hutchings, Director, Government Affairs for Renne Public Policy Group](https://www.civicbusinessjournal.com/executive-interview-with-dane-hutchings-director-government-affairs-for-renne-public-policy-group/#new_tab) - An interview with Dane Hutchings on his new role at the Renne Public Policy Group.
- [Executive Interview with Bruce Rudd, Consultant for RPLG.Solutions, a Division of Renne Public Law Group](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/executive-interview-with-bruce-rudd-consultant-for-rplg-solutions-a-division-of-renne-public-law-group/) - Executive Interview with Bruce Rudd, Consultant for RPLG.Solutions, a Division of Renne Public Law Group.
- [Sacramento wants to overturn this homeless ruling. Now it’s asking the Supreme Court for help](https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/article234894477.html#new_tab)
- [SB 266 is Officially Dead for this Legislative Session!](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/sb-266-is-officially-dead-for-this-legislative-session/) - Dane Hutchings, RPPG’s Director of Government Affairs, was at “ground zero” in Sacramento leading the SB 266 legislative efforts on behalf of local public agencies. This was a terrible piece of legislation and we are very pleased to have been part of local government’s response. We recently had an opportunity to speak with Dane about it and wanted to share the conversation.
- [‘Ill-defined and unworkable’: Sacramento urges Supreme Court to review homeless ruling](https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/article235445047.html#new_tab)
- [Why Boise matters to California](https://us11.campaign-archive.com/?e=8658d0fcba&#038;u=5f4af3af825368013c58e4547&#038;id=e4b2c9e0c0#new_tab)
- [Homeless people could lose the right to sleep on sidewalks if Western cities have their way](https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2019-09-25/boise-homeless-encampment-amicus-brief-supreme-court-appeal-cities#new_tab)
- [City urges SCOTUS review in homeless case](https://easyreadernews.com/city-urges-scotus-review-in-homeless-case/#new_tab) - A brief was filed Tuesday by municipalities including Redondo Beach, urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review a decision that has prompted cities across California to stop enforcing anti-homelessness laws for fear of legal retribution.
- [Don’t be fooled by ‘Big Vaping’](https://www.sfexaminer.com/opinion/dont-be-fooled-by-big-vaping/#new_tab) - In 2019, leading vaping company Juul is repeating history by authoring Proposition C, which seeks to evade federal law and enable them to continue selling products that are addictive and unhealthy.
- [Reflections on the Passing of Buck Delventhal by Louise H. Renne](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/reflections-on-the-passing-of-buck-delventhal/) - When Buck Delventhal passed away, many of us lost a true friend. The public lost a person who was passionately devoted to public service and one who exemplified the very best of what public service means. For decades, Buck provided wise counsel and advice from his seat in the San Francisco City Attorney’s Office to
- [Marin officials assess impact as major homelessness suit ends](https://www.marinij.com/2019/12/16/marin-reacts-to-supreme-court-decision-that-limits-camping-enforcement-on-public-lands/#new_tab) - The Supreme Court denied a petition to review the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals’ ruling in the Boise v. Martin case in September 2018. The appellate court’s ruling bars local governments from preventing someone from sleeping on public land if there is not enough shelter space.
- [Bay Area School Districts Sue Juul Over Marketing Practices](https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/bay-area-school-districts-sue-juul-over-marketing-practices/2198713/#new_tab) - School districts across the Bay Area have sued Juul Labs, alleging the vaping company targeted minors with its marketing methods.
- [Juul lawsuit: San Francisco Unified, other Bay Area school districts join](https://www.sfchronicle.com/business/article/San-Francisco-Unified-other-Bay-Area-school-14914257.php#new_tab) - San Francisco Unified School District and four other Bay Area school districts have joined a growing number of school districts around the country in suing Juul, seeking unspecified damages allegedly incurred by schools seeking to stop students from vaping.
- [LVJUSD Joins Other Districts in Suing Juul](https://www.independentnews.com/news/lvjusd-joins-other-districts-in-suing-juul/article_47e93344-2217-11ea-a127-87bc5529e18e.html#new_tab) - Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District is suing the nation’s largest e-cigarette maker, Juul Labs, Inc., alleging the San Francisco-based company’s marketing strategy deceptively targeted its minor students, in violation of federal racketeering laws.
- [Details revealed in LVJUSD lawsuit against vaping industry giant](https://www.danvillesanramon.com/news/2019/12/26/details-revealed-in-lvjusd-lawsuit-against-vaping-industry-giant#new_tab) - Filed by the school district in federal court on Dec. 16, the 82-page lawsuit claims that the e-cigarette manufacturer uses unethical marketing tactics that target underage users, promoting use some say has reached epidemic proportions.
- [Coronavirus crisis demands new strategies on wildfire prevention](https://www.sfchronicle.com/opinion/openforum/article/Coronavirus-crisis-demands-new-strategies-on-15249570.php?utm_campaign=CMS Sharing Tools (Premium)&#038;utm_source=share-by-email&#038;utm_medium=email#new_tab) - Fire season is not going to take a year off because of the COVID-19 crisis. Uncontrolled wildfire poses a major threat throughout the West because high fuel loads have accumulated for over a century in wildland/urban interface areas where naturally occurring fire has been suppressed.
- [Statement Regarding Recent Events](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/statement-recent-events/) - We at RPLG are deeply troubled by the tragic murder of George Floyd and the unrest it has sparked in communities and local governments in California. Our hearts go out to Mr. Floyd’s family, Minneapolis, and communities in California and across the country who are grieving. Civil Rights leader Julian Bond once said: “America is
- [The Road to Police Reform is Paved With Bargaining](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/the-road-to-police-reform-is-paved-with-bargaining/) - by RPLG Founding Partner Jon Holtzman and 2020 RPLG Public Law Fellow Garvey Vincent. A version of this article appeared in the California Employment Law Newsletter, Vol. 30, No. 16 on June 22, 2020. As the country’s reaction to George Floyd’s murder is beginning to evolve from pure horror to specific calls for change, a
- [UC Hastings Students Earn Prestigious Renne Public Law Fellowships](https://www.uchastings.edu/2020/06/17/2020-renne-fellowships/#new_tab) - Fire season is not going to take a year off because of the COVID-19 crisis. Uncontrolled wildfire poses a major threat throughout the West because high fuel loads have accumulated for over a century in wildland/urban interface areas where naturally occurring fire has been suppressed.
- [Meet the Lawyers Who Want to Overhaul Oracle and Facebook's Boardrooms](https://www.law.com/therecorder/2020/07/08/meet-the-lawyers-who-want-to-overhaul-oracle-and-facebooks-boardrooms/#new_tab) - Two shareholder derivative lawsuits filed last week demanding that Oracle and Facebook each replace three of their board members with Black and minority leaders did not mince any words.
- [Using Big Data to Reduce Catastrophic Impacts of Wildfire: How Local Government Can Help Shape Solutions](https://www.westerncity.com/article/using-big-data-reduce-catastrophic-impacts-wildfire#new_tab) - The threat of wildfires is increasingly on the minds of already crisis-fatigued suburban residents whose communities are near or contain overgrown areas with accumulations of flammable material.
- [Administrative and Operations Coordinator - Renne Public Policy Group](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/administrative-and-operations-coordinator-renne-public-policy-group/) - Organizational Background Renne Public Policy Group (RPPG) is Sacramento-based lobbying, political consulting, and grant writing division of Renne Public Law Group (RPLG). RPPG primarily advocates on the behalf of California local public agencies and private companies that align with the interest of public agencies. Position Summary: Administrative and Operations Coordinator Reporting to the firm’s Managing Director,
- [RPLG Invalidates American Automobile Association Employee Arbitration Agreement](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-invalidates-american-automobile-association-of-northern-california-nevada-utah-arbitration-agreement/) - As part of Renne Public Law Group’s (RPLG) affirmative litigation program, we occasionally bring discrimination and retaliation cases on behalf of plaintiffs against corporate employers. In 2020, we sued American Automobile Association of Northern California, Nevada & Utah (“AAA”) on behalf of Aljarice Hasty, an African American woman who was fired for advocating in favor
- [RPLG Founding Partner Jon Holtzman, RPMG Executive Director Nelson Fialho and RPMG Consultant June Catalano to Present at League of California Cities City Managers Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-founding-partner-jon-holtzman-rpmg-executive-director-nelson-fialho-and-rpmg-consultant-june-catalano-to-present-at-league-of-california-cities-city-managers-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG), Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) and Renne Public Policy Group (RPPG) will present two sessions on the second day of the League of California Cities City Managers Conference in Hollywood, February 8. The annual conference brings together hundreds of city managers to further their professional development, discuss timely issues and
- [Renne Public Law Group Welcomes Associate Mauricio Grande](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-welcomes-associate-mauricio-grande/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is excited to welcome our newest associate, Mauricio Grande. Mauricio joins the RPLG team from the Superior Court of California - County of San Francisco, where he was a court staff attorney. He holds a bachelor of arts degree in political science from Stanford University and a juris doctor degree
- [Davis Clark Joins Renne Public Law Group](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/davis-clark-joins-renne-public-law-group/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is excited to announce that Davis Clark has joined the team as a law clerk. A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Texas School of Law, Davis is an experienced commercial and labor and employment trial lawyer who has handled disputes related to the
- [RPLG Of Counsel Jim Ross to Attend County Counsels’ 2024 Civil Law and Litigation Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-of-counsel-jim-ross-to-attend-county-counsels-2024-civil-law-and-litigation-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Of Counsel Jim Ross is attending the 2024 County Counsels’ Association of California’s Civil Law and Litigation Conference, April 11 – 12 in Monterey. At the conference, public attorneys who provide legal advice and representation to California's 58 counties and other units of local government will discuss recent developments in
- [Legislatively Enacted Development Impact Fees Are Subject to the “Essential Nexus” and “Rough Proportionately” Standards Under the Takings Clause](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/legislatively-enacted-development-impact-fees-are-subject-to-the-essential-nexus-and-rough-proportionately-standards-under-the-takings-clause/) - On April 12, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in Sheetz v. County of El Dorado, holding that development impact fees established by local legislation are subject to the Nollan/Dolan standards under the Takings Clause. However, the Court declined to establish a test for evaluating the constitutionality of such development impact fees under
- [Renne Public Law Group and Renne Public Policy Group Celebrate Staff Promotions and Role Transitions](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-and-renne-public-policy-group-celebrate-staff-promotions-and-role-transitions/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is excited to announce the promotions and title changes of several staff within our law office and the Renne Public Policy Group (RPPG) division. Haylie Siino has been promoted from administrative assistant to legal assistant. She holds a bachelor of arts degree in political science from the University of California,
- [RPLG Welcomes the 2024 Public Law Fellowship Cohort](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-welcomes-the-2024-public-law-fellowship-cohort/) - From May 17 to May 31, Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) will welcome a record eight students to its fifth annual Public Law Fellowship Program. The program introduces law and public affairs students to local government practice. The 2024 cohort includes Michelle Embury, Boston University School of Law; Danielle Garcia, Stella Linardi and Hannah Reynolds
- [Amy Ackerman's "Who Does What and Why: Establishing Good Governance" Featured in CSDA Magazine (Pages 52-53)](https://issuu.com/csda/docs/2024_csda_sept-oct_magazine_web#new_tab)
- [RPLG Welcomes Senior Associate Michael Zitani](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-welcomes-senior-associate-michael-zitani/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is pleased to announce that Michael Zitani has joined the firm as a senior associate. Michael brings a rich background in public entity representation and a client-centered approach to RPLG’s practice. His career includes roles with the Berkeley City Attorney’s office, two public entity law firms and the Tenderloin Housing
- [Karen Carrera's "Investigating 'He Said/She Said' Harassment Allegations in Spanish-Speaking Workforces with Familial Ties"](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/investigating-he-said-she-said-harassment-allegations-in-spanish-speaking-workforces-with-familial-ties/) - Addressing harassment allegations in workplaces where the entire staff is Spanish-speaking and includes numerous family members presents unique challenges. These complexities necessitate culturally sensitive approaches and the involvement of Spanish-speaking investigators to ensure thorough and fair investigations. The Prevalence of Latino Workers in California Latinos constitute a significant portion of California’s labor force. In 2020,
- [Karen Carrera's "Gauging Credibility in Workplace Investigations: Best Practices"](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/gauging-credibility-in-workplace-investigations-best-practices/) - Conducting workplace investigations can be a delicate and complex process. At its core is the challenge of determining the credibility of the individuals involved. Whether dealing with allegations of misconduct, harassment, or other workplace issues, ensuring a fair and impartial investigation is key to upholding justice and maintaining trust within the organization. Below, we outline
- [Karen Carrera's "New Year, New Laws"](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/new-year-new-laws/) - California has several new employment laws that went into effect on January 1, 2025, including: California AB 1008 Privacy and Data Security Expands the definition of “personal information” under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) to include formats such as artificial intelligence systems capable of outputting personal information. Effective Date: 1/1/2025 California AB 1008 Discrimination/CROWN
- [Karen's Latin Kitchen: Caldo de Pollo](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/karens-latin-kitchen-caldo-de-pollo/) - When you are feeling cold or sick, or after overindulging, there is nothing better than hot chicken soup to soothe your stomach and make you feel better. This is my husband’s recipe for Mexican caldo, but it is almost the same recipe as Peruvian sopa de pollo, except Peruvians add turmeric and white rice into
- [RPLG Welcomes Associate Lisa Sharkey](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-welcomes-associate-lisa-sharkey/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is excited to welcome Lisa Sharkey as an associate. With over a decade of criminal prosecution experience, including an exceptional track record of 35 jury trials with 31 convictions, Lisa brings a wealth of experience to the firm. “I’m thrilled to join RPLG and continue my work in public service,”
- [Luke Jensen Promoted to Director of Labor Relations](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/luke-jensen-promoted-to-director-of-labor-relations/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) congratulates Luke Jensen on his recent promotion to Director of Labor Relations, a role that will amplify the firm’s capacity to support public agencies with all aspects of labor relations and negotiations. Luke joined the team in 2020 as a legal assistant to Founding Partner Jon Holtzman and soon was
- [RPLG and RPMG to Attend Cal Cities City Managers Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-and-rpmg-to-attend-cal-cities-city-managers-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Founding Partners Jon Holtzman and Art Hartinger, Associate Jake Freitas and Director of Labor Relations Luke Jensen, along with Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) Executive Director Nelson Fialho, will share their expertise with local government leaders at the League of California Cities (Cal Cities) City Managers Conference, February 5–7, in
- [The Workplace Investigator's Blog - Fall 2025](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Investigations-Newsletter-Fall-2025-1.pdf#new_tab)
- [Karen Boyd Joins Renne Public Management Group](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/karen-boyd-joins-renne-public-management-group/) - Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) welcomes a new consultant: Karen Boyd. Karen will support the firm’s Advanced Wildfire Risk Reduction (AWRR) program, which offers actionable solutions to reduce wildfire risk based on the latest fire science. “I’m excited to join RPMG in launching this new practice to tackle one of California’s most urgent challenges: preventing
- [Learn About Renne Public Management Group’s New Fire Risk Reduction Services at the Cal Cities City Managers Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/learn-about-renne-public-management-groups-new-fire-risk-reduction-services-at-the-cal-cities-city-managers/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Founding Partners Jon Holtzman and Art Hartinger and Associate Jake Freitas, along with Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) Executive Director Nelson Fialho and Consultant Dave Winnacker, will be in attendance at the League of California Cities (Cal Cities) City Managers Conference, February 5–7, in Rancho Mirage. A Corporate Benefactor Sponsor of
- [Renne Public Law Group Welcomes the 2025 Public Law Fellowship Cohort](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-welcomes-the-2025-public-law-fellowship-cohort/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is excited to welcome eight students to its sixth annual Public Law Fellowship Program. Running from May 23 to June 6, the program offers law and public affairs students a unique opportunity to explore local government law and policy. The 2025 cohort includes Maryjo Santos Nuñez, Mallory Yeates, Isabella Blanco,
- [Renne Public Law Group Sponsors Redwood Division](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-sponsors-redwood-division/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) has sponsored the League of California Cities (Cal Cities) Redwood Empire Division at the Bronze level. The Redwood Empire Division — which includes 15 cities in Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino and Sonoma counties — focuses on issues facing local government for local elected officials and city staff. It provides
- [Renne Public Law Group Sponsors Access Humboldt](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-sponsors-access-humboldt/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) has renewed its sponsorship of Access Humboldt, a Public, Educational and Governmental (PEG) television station, for the second consecutive year. Access Humboldt is contracted by Humboldt County and the cities of Arcata, Blue Lake, Eureka, Ferndale, Fortuna and Rio Dell to provide PEG programming. Located on the Eureka campus of
- [Housing project for S.F. seniors may finally be moving forward at Laguna Honda Hospital](https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/housing-project-for-s-f-seniors-may-finally-be-moving-forward-at-laguna-honda-hospital/ar-AA1BTxNF#new_tab)
- [RPLG to Join Local Law Leaders at Cal Cities City Attorneys Spring Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-to-join-local-law-leaders-at-cal-cities-city-attorneys-spring-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is heading to the League of California Cities City Attorneys Spring Conference, May 7–9, in Burlingame. The conference is a key event for municipal legal professionals, offering essential updates on municipal law and valuable opportunities to support and learn from our clients. Leading the RPLG team onsite will be Founding
- [Renne Public Law Group Welcomes Yusof Nazari as its Newest Associate](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-welcomes-yusof-nazari-as-its-newest-associate/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) welcomes Yusof Nazari to the firm as an associate. With extensive experience in public sector litigation, Yusof brings valuable perspective and strong skills to the firm’s litigation practice. “I’m excited to join the team and work alongside colleagues who possess such an impressive depth of knowledge about municipal law and
- [RPLG’s Sixth-Annual Public Law Fellowship Program Welcomes Leading Public Sector Professionals](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplgs-sixth-annual-public-law-fellowship-program-welcomes-leading-public-sector-professionals/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) looks forward to its sixth-annual Public Law Fellowship Program. This two week program provides law students with a comprehensive introduction to the practice of local government law. The Fellows, selected through a competitive application process, engage with local leaders and explore complex legal and policy issues, including election integrity, local
- [Understanding the Role of the Workplace Investigator: Debunking Common Misconceptions Among Plaintiffs’ Employment Attorneys](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/understanding-the-role-of-the-workplace-investigator-debunking-common-misconceptions-among-plaintiffs-employment-attorneys/) - By: Karen Carrera In employment litigation, workplace investigations often become central to the facts and outcomes of a case. However, plaintiffs’ employment attorneys frequently misinterpret the role of the neutral investigator, especially when the investigation is initiated and paid for by the employer. These misunderstandings can lead to misplaced distrust and unrealistic expectations about what
- [Why Plain English Matters in Workplace Investigation Reports](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/why-plain-english-matters-in-workplace-investigation-reports/) - By: Karen Carrera In the world of workplace investigations, clarity is critical. Attorneys, human resources professionals, and workplace investigators often operate in high-stakes environments where decisions carry significant legal and reputational consequences. Yet too often, investigation reports are cluttered with jargon, legalese, and unnecessarily complex language. This not only makes reports harder to understand—it can
- [Balancing Roles: Best Practices for Ensuring Neutrality as a Workplace Investigator Attorney](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/balancing-roles-best-practices-for-ensuring-neutrality-as-a-workplace-investigator-attorney/) - By: Karen Carrera In the complex landscape of workplace investigations, neutrality and impartiality are non-negotiable. When attorneys step into the role of workplace investigator, they must temporarily shed their identity as advocates and advisors and adopt a fact-finder’s posture. The challenge is particularly acute when the same attorney—or law firm—is also providing legal advice and
- [Karen's Latin Kitchen: Peruvian Beef Rice – Arroz Con Carne](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/karens-latin-kitchen-peruvian-beef-rice-arroz-con-carne/) - You will impress your friends with this delicious and easy to prepare dish. I made it for the staff at RPLG last month and they loved it! Arroz Con Carne Ingredients: ½ cup vegetable oil 1 red onion chopped 2 lb. ground beef or beef brisket, cut into 1 inch chunks 4 cloves of garlic
- [The Workplace Investigator's Blog - Spring 2025](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Investigations-Newsletter-Summer-2025.pdf#new_tab)
- [RPLG Strengthens Commitment to Developing Future Leaders Through the Santa Clara Law Public Interest Networking Event](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-strengthens-commitment-to-developing-future-leaders-through-the-santa-clara-law-public-interest-networking-event/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Associate Mauricio Grande represented the firm at Santa Clara University School of Law‘s first Public Interest Networking Event, on April 17. The event connected experienced attorneys with law students eager to pursue careers in public service. For RPLG, attending the event was a natural extension of its long-standing commitment to
- [Renne Public Management Group’s Nelson Fialho to Speak at CSDA’s General Manager Leadership Summit](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-management-groups-nelson-fialho-to-speak-at-csdas-general-manager-leadership-summit/) - Nelson Fialho, executive director of Renne Public Management Group (RPMG), will be a featured speaker at the California Special Districts Association (CSDA) General Manager Leadership Summit in Olympic Valley on Monday, June 30. Nelson’s session, titled “Facilitated Performance Evaluations: A Better Approach for Enhanced Communication,” will provide valuable insights for special district general managers and
- [Tracy Dunne Joins Renne Public Management Group](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/tracy-dunne-joins-renne-public-management-group/) - Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) is pleased to welcome Consultant Tracy Dunne, who will support the firm’s strategic planning and communications efforts. Working with organizations throughout the State to deliver results that reflect a community’s unique interests and desired outcomes, RPMG is a trusted partner for facilitating discussions, interviewing key stakeholders, and raising neglected questions
- [Renne Public Law Group Promotes Jim Ross to Partner](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-promotes-jim-ross-to-partner/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is proud to announce the promotion of Jim Ross to partner, effective July 1, 2025. Jim brings to this new leadership role more than three decades of public sector legal experience, including 27 years in county counsel offices. Jim’s connection to RPLG grew during the opioid litigation, where he worked
- [Renne Public Law Group Cultivates the Next Generation of Public Interest Lawyers](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-cultivates-the-next-generation-of-public-interest-lawyers/) - Founded by partners Louise Renne, Jon Holtzman and Art Hartinger, Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) practices throughout California, advising and advocating for public agencies, nonprofit organizations and public entities in need of effective, responsive and creative legal solutions. RPLG’s lawyers strengthen and preserve public services, empower policy makers to further their objectives and collaborate with
- [Renne Public Law Group Welcomes Senior Associate Cary Zuk](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-welcomes-senior-associate-cary-zuk/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is pleased to announce that Cary Zuk has joined the firm as a senior associate in its litigation practice. Cary brings more than 20 years of experience in public sector employment law, with a background spanning both federal government and private practice. “I was really drawn to RPLG because it
- [RPLG Partner Ryan McGinley-Stempel Honored with 2025 Outstanding Achievement in Public Law Award](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-ryan-mcginley-stempel-honored-with-2025-outstanding-achievement-in-public-law-award/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Partner and Head of Appellate Practice Ryan McGinley-Stempel has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Outstanding Achievement in Public Law (OAPL) award by the California Lawyers Association (CLA). The prestigious honor recognizes exceptional accomplishments and contributions to the field of public law in California. “I’m honored to receive
- [RPLG Welcomes Of Counsel Dan Cederborg](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-welcomes-of-counsel-dan-cederborg/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) welcomes Of Counsel Dan Cederborg. Dan brings nearly 40 years of experience in both public and private practice, with a focus on complex litigation and public agency legal counsel. Dan is the third experienced county counsel practicing at RPLG joining Partners Rubin E. Cruse Jr. and Jim Ross, both former
- [Renne Public Law Group Welcomes Law Clerk Taylor Cole](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-welcomes-law-clerk-taylor-cole/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is pleased to announce that Taylor Cole has joined the firm as a law clerk. Taylor brings a strong background in law and public policy and will support the firm’s nonprofit, investigations and government practices. “I’m thrilled to begin my practice at a firm that allows me to use my
- [Renne Public Management Group Welcomes Darrin Tangeman](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-management-group-welcomes-darrin-tangeman/) - Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) is pleased to announce the addition of Darrin Tangeman as a consultant. With over 10 years of municipal leadership experience and 21 years of military service, Darrin brings extensive expertise in strategic planning, municipal management and organizational transformation to RPMG’s practice. “Darrin’s unique combination of military leadership and municipal management
- [RPLG Welcomes Associate Zoe Tatarsky](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-welcomes-associate-zoe-tatarsky/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is pleased to welcome Zoe Tatarsky as our newest associate. Zoe brings a strong blend of legal expertise, public service experience and a commitment to advancing equitable communities. Referred by both mentors and judges, Zoe was drawn to RPLG by her interest in litigating on behalf of public entities and
- [Renne Public Management Group Welcomes Patty Kong](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-rubin-e-cruse-jr-and-rpmg-consultant-dave-winnacker-address-current-challenges-at-county-counsels-annual-meeting-cloned/) - Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) welcomes Consultant Patty Kong. With more than 30 years of experience in local government finance, Patty brings expertise in strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and accounting. She also has a proven track record of leading the request for proposal process and strengthening financial controls for local agencies. “Patty’s deep expertise
- [Renne Public Law Group Sponsors San Francisco La Raza Lawyers Association](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-sponsors-san-francisco-la-raza-lawyers-association/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is proud to continue its two year sponsorship of the San Francisco La Raza Lawyers Association (SFLRLA), an organization that advances opportunities and strengthens pathways into the legal profession for Latinx professionals. “SFLRLA helps shape a more inclusive legal profession,” said Of Counsel and Head of Investigations Practice Karen Carrera.
- [Karen's Latin Kitchen: Peruvian Ceviche](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/karens-latin-kitchen-peruvian-ceviche/) - This Peruvian ceviche recipe is more than just a dish—it’s a cherished family tradition passed down through generations. My grandmother, Manuela, in Lima, Peru, made it with the freshest ingredients and so much love, and my mother, Ines, carried on that tradition with her own delicious touch. Now, my son Noah has taken up the
- [An Executive Interview With Of Counsel Geoff Spellberg](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/an-executive-interview-with-of-counsel-geoff-spellberg/) - As Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) continues to expand its reputation as a public law leader, the firm recognizes Of Counsel Geoff Spellberg’s dedication to public service and more than three decades of litigation and trial experience. In this conversation, he reflects on his path to RPLG, his philosophy toward litigation and the lessons learned
- [RPLG and RPMG to Present Nine Sessions with Record 23 Attendees at 2025 CALPELRA Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-and-rpmg-to-present-nine-sessions-with-record-23-attendees-at-2025-calpelra-conference/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) and Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) will send an unprecedented 23 professionals to this year’s California Public Employers Labor Relations Association (CALPELRA) Annual Training Conference, November 18–21, 2025 — the largest delegation in the firm’s history. The milestone underscores RPLG’s commitment to supporting California public sector employers through comprehensive training
- [Former City Attorney’s Wrongful Termination Lawsuit Against The City Flops](https://www.svvoice.com/former-city-attorneys-wrongful-termination-lawsuit-against-the-city-flops/)
- [California Lawyer Association Public Law Journal: Volume 46, Number 1, Spring 2025](https://calawyers.org/publications/public-law/public-law-journal-volume-46-number-1-spring-2025-2024-2025-executive-committee-and-editorial-board-of-the-public-law-section/#new_tab)
- [Distinguished Law and Public Sector Professionals to Speak at RPLG’s Fifth-annual Public Law Fellowship Program](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/distinguished-law-and-public-sector-professionals-to-speak-at-rplgs-fifth-annual-public-law-fellowship-program/)
- [2023 Renne Public Law Group Public Law Fellowship Fosters Collaboration and Career Growth](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/2023-renne-public-law-group-public-law-fellowship-fosters-collaboration-and-career-growth/)
- [The Workplace Investigator's Blog - Winter 2025](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Investigations-Newsletter-Winter-2025-1.pdf#new_tab)
- [Appeals court: CalPERS OK to take pension action vs. retired worker still working for cities](https://norcalrecord.com/stories/669920442-appeals-court-calpers-ok-to-take-pension-action-vs-retired-worker-still-working-for-cities#new_tab)
- [RPLG Wins Daily Journal’s 2024 Best Boutique Firm Award](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-wins-daily-journals-2024-best-boutique-firm-award/)
- [RPLG Renews Support for League of California Cities](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-renews-support-for-league-of-california-cities/)
- [RPLG Sponsors ILG at Platinum Level for the Fifth Consecutive Year](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-sponsors-ilg-at-platinum-level-for-the-fifth-consecutive-year/)
- [Louise Renne Shares Insight on Working With Kamala Harris](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/louise-renne-shares-insight-on-working-with-kamala-harris/)
- [RPLG Announces New Partners Rubin E. Cruse, Jr. and Andrew Shen](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-announces-new-partners-rubin-e-cruse-jr-and-andrew-shen/)
- [Former colleagues reflect on Kamala Harris’ time as California AG](https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/central-ny/politics/2024/08/22/former-colleagues-reflect-on-kamala-harris--time-as-california-ag#new_tab)
- [Kamala Harris and VP pick Tim Walz are campaigning as 'joyful warriors' on election trail](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oi_HCITHdA#new_tab)
- [A Look Into Kamala Harris Early Career](https://www.sheenmagazine.com/a-look-into-kamala-harris-early-career/#new_tab)
- [The Reintroduction of Kamala Harris](https://time.com/7009317/reintroduction-of-kamala-harris/#new_tab)
- [We Spoke to 5 People Who Knew Kamala Harris Before She Was VP. Here’s What We Learned](https://www.npr.org/2024/08/05/nx-s1-5052893/kamala-harris-election-2024#new_tab)
- [Kamala Harris’ Former Boss Remembers Her as a Tough, Yet Kind Prosecutor](https://news.wgcu.org/2024-08-01/kamala-harris-former-boss-remembers-her-as-a-tough-yet-kind-prosecutor#new_tab)
- [How Kamala Harris’s Early Career Prepared Her for This Moment](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/07/29/kamala-harris-california-career-prosecutor/#new_tab)
- [‘Thread That Needle’: Kamala Harris’ Criminal Justice Policies in California Angered Progressives and Police](https://www.nbcnews.com/investigations/kamala-harris-criminal-justice-policies-california-rcna163518#new_tab)
- [Renne Public Policy Group Secures Over $100 Million in Grant Funding](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-policy-group-secures-over-100-million-in-grant-funding/)
- [Renne Public Law Group Welcomes Associate Maribel Lopez](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-welcomes-associate-maribel-lopez/)
- [San Francisco Bay Area colleagues recall working with Kamala Harris](https://www.cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/news/san-francisco-bay-area-colleagues-recall-work-kamala-harris/#new_tab)
- [Despite all her years away, Feinstein never really left San Francisco](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/despite-all-her-years-away-feinstein-never-really-left-san-francisco/)
- [Laguna Honda Hospital Recertified by Medicare](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/laguna-honda-hospital-recertified-by-medicare/)
- [Renne Public Law Group – A Different Kind of Law Firm](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-a-different-kind-of-law-firm/)
- [Renne Public Law Group’s Jim Ross Appointed as Interim Mendocino County Counsel](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-groups-jim-ross-appointed-as-interim-mendocino-county-counsel/)
- [Steve Cikes, Experienced Litigator, Elevated to RPLG Partner](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/steve-cikes-experienced-litigator-elevated-to-rplg-partner/)
- [Renne Public Management Group’s Debra Gill Receives Madge M. Blakey Award Of Excellence at CALPELRA 2023 Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-management-groups-debra-gill-receives-madge-m-blakey-award-of-excellence-at-calpelra-2023-annual-conference/)
- [Against the odds - a top boutique law firm serving local government survives 20 years](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/against-the-odds-a-top-boutique-law-firm-serving-local-government-survives-20-years/)
- [RPLG to Present Sessions at CALPELRA](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-to-present-sessions-at-calpelra/)
- [RPLG Partner Ryan McGinley-Stempel Recognized Among 40 Under 40 by the Daily Journal](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-ryan-mcginley-stempel-recognized-among-40-under-40-by-the-daily-journal/)
- [Reflections on the Passing of Dianne Feinstein by Louise H. Renne](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/reflections-on-the-passing-of-dianne-feinstein-by-louise-h-renne/)
- [Renne Public Law Group Welcomes Jim Ross](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-welcomes-jim-ross/)
- [Partner Jon Holtzman and Director of Government Affairs Sharon Gonsalves to present at the League of California Cities Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/partner-jon-holtzman-and-director-of-government-affairs-sharon-gonsalves-to-present-at-the-league-of-california-cities-annual-conference/)
- [Walgreens to Pay Up for Role in San Francisco Opioid Crisis](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/walgreens-to-pay-up-for-role-in-san-francisco-opioid-crisis/)
- [California Supreme Court Clarifies Scope of California Voting Rights Act](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/california-supreme-court-clarifies-scope-of-california-voting-rights-act/)
- [Court of Appeal Upholds San Francisco’s Noncitizen Voting Program](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/court-of-appeal-upholds-san-franciscos-noncitizen-voting-program/)
- [RPLG Partner Ryan McGinley-Stempel Recognized as Certified Appellate Specialist by the State Bar of California](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-ryan-mcginley-stempel-recognized-as-certified-appellate-specialist-by-the-state-bar-of-california/)
- [RPLG Partner Art Hartinger Named 2023 Top Labor and Employment Lawyer by the Daily Journal](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-art-hartinger-named-2023-top-labor-and-employment-lawyer-by-the-daily-journal/)
- [Supreme Court Holds Parents Deprived Of Reunification Services Not Entitled to Automatic Relief](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/supreme-court-holds-parents-deprived-of-reunification-services-not-entitled-to-automatic-relief/)
- [Court of Appeal Rules that Cities Cannot Tow Cars for Unpaid Parking Tickets](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/court-of-appeal-rules-that-cities-cannot-tow-cars-for-unpaid-parking-tickets/)
- [Proposed State Ballot Measure Would Make Sweeping Changes to Public Records Act](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/proposed-state-ballot-measure-would-make-sweeping-changes-to-public-records-act/)
- [Ninth Circuit Strikes Down California Law Restricting Campaign Fundraising by Local Government Employees](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/ninth-circuit-strikes-down-california-law-restricting-campaign-fundraising-by-local-government-employees/)
- [FPPC Issues New Regulations Regarding Campaign Contribution Restrictions for Local Elected Officers](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/fppc-issues-new-regulations-regarding-campaign-contribution-restrictions-for-local-elected-officers/)
- [EEOC Provides Guidance on Assessing the Adverse Impact of  Artificial Intelligence in Employment Selection Procedures](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/eeoc-provides-guidance-on-assessing-the-adverse-impact-of-artificial-intelligence-in-employment-selection-procedures/)
- [Renne Public Management Group Welcomes Former City Manager June Catalano](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-management-group-welcomes-former-city-manager-june-catalano/)
- [Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Expands Protections](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/pregnant-workers-fairness-act-expands-protections/)
- [California Supreme Court Limits Governmental Immunity Statute That California Courts of Appeal Had Read More Broadly](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/california-supreme-court-limits-governmental-immunity-statute-that-california-courts-of-appeal-had-read-more-broadly/)
- [RPLG and RPMG Secure Multiple Speaking Engagements at CALPELRA](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-and-rpmg-secure-multiple-speaking-engagements-at-calpelra/)
- [RPLG to Present at 2023 CalCities New Mayors and Council Members Academy](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-to-present-at-2023-calcities-new-mayors-and-council-members-academy/)
- [Presentations Available: RPLG Presents on Six Panels at CALPELRA’s 2020 Annual Training Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/presentations-rplg-to-present-on-six-panels-at-calpelras-2020-annual-training-conference-2/) - Six members of the RPLG team will present at the virtual California Public Employers Labor Relations Association’s (CALPELRA) 45th Annual Training Conference in November on six different panels.
- [RPLG Secures Multiple Speaking Engagements at CALPELRA](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-secures-multiple-speaking-engagements-at-calpelra/) - Eight members of the RPLG team will present at the 2019 California Public Employers Labor Relations Association (CALPELRA) Annual Training Conference in Monterey this November.
- [RPLG Sponsors Local Friends of the Children Chapter’s Annual Fundraiser](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-sponsors-local-friends-of-the-children-chapters-annual-fundraiser/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) was a Program Sponsor of the Friends of the Children - SF Bay Area’s Third Annual Fundraiser, which was held on September 26 at Terra Gallery.
- [Linda Ross Promoted to Partner](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/linda-ross-promoted-to-partner/) - Renne Public Law Group congratulates Ruth Bond and Linda Ross on their promotion to the partnership as of February 2020.
- [RPLG Files Lawsuit Against Board of Directors of Oracle Corporation](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/lawsuit-against-oracle-corporation/)
- [Linda Ross Named 2021 Top Women Lawyer](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/linda-ross-named-2021-top-women-lawyer/)
- [Governor Signs Assembly Bill 361 to Amend California’s Open Meeting Laws, Effective Immediately](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/governor-signs-assembly-bill-361-to-amend-californias-open-meeting-laws/)
- [Multiple RPLG Attorneys Set to Present at CSDA Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/multiple-rplg-attorneys-present-at-csda-ac/)
- [RPLG Partner Art Hartinger Named Top Labor and Employment Lawyer by the Daily Journal](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-art-hartinger-named-top-labor-and-employment-lawyer-by-the-daily-journal/)
- [Accomplished Attorneys at RPLG Honored as Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Star](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/accomplished-attorneys-at-rplg-honored-as-super-lawyers-in-northern-california/)
- [Court of Appeal Upholds One-Term Limit and Salary Cap for County Supervisors](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/court-of-appeal-upholds-one-term-limit-and-salary-cap-for-county-supervisors/)
- [Former City Attorney Jannie Quinn Joins RPLG and RPMG](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/former-city-attorney-jannie-quinn-joins-rplg-and-rpmg/)
- [RPLG Announces Promotion](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-announces-promotions/)
- [Presentations Available: RPLG Presents on Six Panels at CALPELRA’s 2020 Annual Training Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/presentations-rplg-to-present-on-six-panels-at-calpelras-2020-annual-training-conference/) - Six members of the RPLG team will present at the virtual California Public Employers Labor Relations Association’s (CALPELRA) 45th Annual Training Conference in November on six different panels.
- [RPLG Looks Back at 2018](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-looks-back-at-2018/) - The Renne Public Law Group was formed in March 2018. Over the course of nine months, the firm has grown exponentially.
- [Louise Renne Presents at SF Bar and SF League of Women Voters’ Celebration of 19th Amendment Centennial](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/louise-19th-amendment-centennial/) - RPLG Founding Partner Louise Renne spoke at the Bar Association of San Francisco and San Francisco League of Women Voters’ celebration of the 19th Amendment’s centennial last week, bringing insight from decades of experience breaking glass ceilings for herself and those who came behind her.
- [Seven Shareholder Derivative Lawsuits Seek Diversity on Corporate Boards](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/seven-shareholder-derivative-lawsuits-seek-diversity-on-corporate-boards/) - Attorneys from two California law firms have filed several shareholder derivative lawsuits against the boards of seven major corporations since July, seeking to bring diversity to boardrooms and c-suites by holding the boards responsible for their false and misleading statements about diversity in the companies’ proxy statements.
- [Cadena et al. v. Customer Connexx, LLC et al](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/cadena-et-al-v-customer-connexx-llc-et-al/)
- [RPLG Welcomes Senior Counsel Andrew Shen](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-welcomes-senior-counsel-andrew-shen/)
- [Renne Public Law Group Welcomes Sam Wheeler](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-welcomes-sam-wheeler/)
- [Renne Public Law Group Welcomes Rubin E. Cruse, Jr.](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-welcomes-rubin-e-cruse-jr/)
- [Renne Public Policy Group Welcomes Maira Durazo](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-policy-group-welcomes-maira-durazo/)
- [Renne Public Management Group Welcomes Former City Manager Eric Figueroa](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-management-group-welcomes-former-city-manager-eric-figueroa/)
- [RPMG Welcomes Former Livermore Valley Superintendent of Schools Kelly Bowers](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rpmg-welcomes-former-livermore-valley-superintendent-of-schools-kelly-bowers/)
- [RPMG Welcomes Former Director of Human Resources Donna Vaillancourt](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rpmg-welcomes-former-director-of-human-resources-donna-vaillancourt/)
- [Senior Labor & Employment Counsel](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/senior-labor-employment-counsel/) - We are looking for an associate with 2-7 years of municipal law advisory experience to provide advice to local governments statewide on a wide range of general municipal law matters.
- [Legal Assistant](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/legal-assistant/) - We are looking for an associate with 2-7 years of municipal law advisory experience to provide advice to local governments statewide on a wide range of general municipal law matters.
- [Mid-level Labor & Employment Associate](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/mid-level-labor-employment-associate/) - We are looking for an associate with 2-7 years of municipal law advisory experience to provide advice to local governments statewide on a wide range of general municipal law matters.
- [Mid-Level Litigation Associate](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/mid-level-litigation-associate/) - We are looking for an associate with 2-7 years of municipal law advisory experience to provide advice to local governments statewide on a wide range of general municipal law matters.
- [FPPC Guidance on New Campaign Contribution Restriction for Local Elected Officials](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/fppc-guidance-on-new-campaign-contribution-restriction-for-local-elected-officials/)
- [Recent police reform legislation: one step up](/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/CAEMP-32-1.pdf#new_tab)
- [Court of Appeal Revisits Limits on Voter Initiatives](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/court-of-appeal-revisits-limits-on-voter-initiatives/)
- [RPLG Delivers Report for the City of Glendale's Blue-Ribbon Pension Review Committee](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-delivers-report-for-the-city-of-glendales-blue-ribbon-pension-review-committee/)
- [Former Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations Debra Gill Joins RPMG](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/former-director-of-human-resources-and-labor-relations-debra-gill-joins-rpmg/)
- [San Francisco Couple Have Both Argued Cases in Front of SCOTUS](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/san-francisco-couple-have-both-argued-cases-in-front-of-scotus/)
- [Chalking It Up to Nothing:  The Ninth Circuit Upholds San Diego’s Chalking Practice Under the Special Needs Exception to the Warrant Requirement](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/chalking-it-up-to-nothing-the-ninth-circuit-upholds-san-diegos-chalking-practice-under-the-special-needs-exception-to-the-warrant-requirement/)
- [Increase in Annual Gift Limit for Form 700 Filers](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/increase-in-annual-gift-limit-for-form-700-filers/)
- [RPLG and RPPG Set to Present at 2022 CalCities City Clerks New Law and Elections Seminar](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-and-rppg-set-to-present-at-2022-calcities-city-clerks-new-law-and-elections-seminar/)
- [Former City Manager Dan Rich Joins RPMG](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/former-city-manager-dan-rich-joins-rpmg/)
- [California Adopts New Protections for Election Workers and Other Public Servants](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/california-adopts-new-protections-for-election-workers-and-other-public-servants/)
- [2022 Renne Public Law Group Fellowship Cultivates Mentorship, Research](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/2022-fellowship-cultivates-mentorship-research/)
- [Partner Jon Holtzman to present at the MMANC Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/partner-jon-holtzman-to-present-at-the-mmanc-annual-conference/)
- [Executive Profile: Jake Whitaker on Keys to Successful Grant Writing](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/executive-profile-jake-whitaker-on-keys-to-successful-grant-writing/)
- [Laguna Honda officials, citing progress, hope to ward off Nov. 13 closure](https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/Laguna-Honda-officials-citing-progress-hope-to-17440307.php#new_tab)
- [Renne Public Management Group Welcomes Alameda County Leader Wendy Sommer](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-management-group-welcomes-wendy-sommer/)
- [Renne Public Law Group Files a Federal Lawsuit to Stop the Wrongful Eviction of Residents at Laguna Honda Hospital](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-files-federal-lawsuit-laguna-honda-hospital/)
- [San Francisco Sues Feds Over Forced Nursing Home Closure](https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/california/story/2022-08-04/san-francisco-sues-feds-over-forced-nursing-home-closure#new_tab)
- [What the Charges In the Mar-a-Lago Search Warrant Actually Mean](https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2022/08/mar-a-lago-raid-warrant-charges-explained.html#new_tab)
- [Multiple RPLG Attorneys Recognized as 2022 Super Lawyers](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/multiple-rplg-attorneys-recognized-as-2022-super-lawyers/)
- [Livermore-Pleasanton firefighters declare impasse amid stalled contract negotiations with department](https://www.pleasantonweekly.com/news/2022/03/22/livermore-pleasanton-firefighters-declare-impasse-amid-stalled-contract-negotiations-with-department#new_tab)
- [S.F. takes control of controversial ‘Monster in the Mission’ property, with plans for affordable housing](https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/S-F-takes-control-of-controversial-Monster-in-16911883.php?fbclid=IwAR0Io9gU3phJ-MQQkXDp3odvCHW4p0QL279WShoKaPwxmj8bDdKMAJhd6fk#new_tab)
- [Renne Public Management Group Welcomes Nelson Fialho as Executive Director](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-management-group-welcomes-nelson-fialho-as-executive-director/)
- [Ethan Pawson Joins RPLG as Associate](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/ethan-pawson-joins-rplg-as-associate/) - Ethan Pawson joined RPLG as an associate in October, bringing public agency experience as well as strong knowledge in planning, development and land use to the firm’s growing team. 
- [RPLG Continues to Expand With Three New Associates](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-continues-to-expand-with-three-new-associates/)
- [Bay Area Events and Sports Figures that Paved the Way for Social Justice](https://www.sfchronicle.com/projects/2020/timeline-social-justice-bay-area-sports/#new_tab) - City Attorney Louise Renne begins a lengthy civil rights lawsuit against San Francisco’s historic and private athletic club. The suit jeopardized the club’s lease on 17½ acres of land that form its Lake (host to five U.S. Opens) and Ocean golf courses.
- [Pinterest Shareholders Sue Over Discrimination Claims](https://www.law360.com/california/articles/1333307/pinterest-shareholders-sue-over-discrimination-claims?nl_pk=e183f341-055e-4620-8d65-bd7e3dfb290c&#038;utm_source=newsletter&#038;utm_medium=email&#038;utm_campaign=california#new_tab) - Social media company Pinterest was hit with a shareholder derivative suit Monday alleging the company's executives and directors ignored a culture of race and sex discrimination, harming the company as it fights other suits and reputational harm.
- [‘There’s a diversity grift right now’: Employees at center of racial controversies at tech companies speak out](https://www.marketwatch.com/story/theres-a-diversity-grift-right-now-employees-at-center-of-racial-controversies-at-tech-companies-speak-out-11609250355#new_tab) - Workers who left Google, Uber and Pinterest in highly charged incidents during a year of racial-equity protests tell MarketWatch what they saw and experienced
- [Women couldn't join Olympic Club 30 years ago. Now it's hosting U.S. Women's Open](https://www.sfchronicle.com/sports/golf/article/Women-couldn-t-join-Olympic-Club-30-years-ago-16211511.php#photo-21050751#new_tab) - Louise Renne, former San Francisco city attorney, filed a lawsuit against the Olympic Club to stop discriminating against women.
- [CALPELRA Alert: Police Reform Legislation Signed](https://mailchi.mp/calpelra.org/alert21-15?e=e54a72eba1)
- [Accolades: Class of 2021 Breaks Pro Bono Record](https://www.law.virginia.edu/news/202106/accolades-class-2021-breaks-pro-bono-record#new_tab) - Ida Abhari ’23 was named one of six 2021 Public Law Fellows by Renne Public Law Group. The program introduces law students to local government advocacy.
- [Renne Public Law Group and the Institute for Local Government Announce Public Safety Reform and Innovation Webinar Series](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-announces-public-safety-reform-and-innovation-webinar-series/)
- [RPLG’s Ryan McGinley-Stempel Named Partner](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/ryan-mcginley-stempel-named-partner/)
- [RPLG Named Top Boutique Law Firm by the Daily Journal](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-named-daily-journal-top-boutique-firm-2019/) - Renne Public Law Group has been selected by the Daily Journal as a 2019 Top Boutique Law Firm in its first full year of operation.
- [New Appellate Decision Makes Clear that POBRA Cannot Shield Police Misconduct from Public Scrutiny](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/new-appellate-decision-makes-clear-that-pobra-cannot-shield-police-misconduct-from-public-scrutiny/) - Although it is a small step, a recent appellate decision involving the City of Oakland carries significant promise for ensuring that local public agencies and civilian oversight boards can fully investigate allegations of police misconduct to ensure integrity in policing and maintain community trust.
- [Jon Holtzman to Present on Police Arbitration at Labor and Employment Relations Association Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/jon-holtzman-to-present-on-police-arbitration-at-labor-and-employment-relations-association-conference/)
- [Jon Holtzman and Julian Gross Present at 2021 League of California Cities City Managers Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/jon-holtzman-and-julian-gross-present-at-2021-league-of-california-cities-city-managers-conference/)
- [RPLG Provides Guidance for the Fresno Commission on Police Reform](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-provides-guidance-for-the-fresno-commission-on-police-reform/) - Partner Jon Holtzman recently served as Special Counsel to the Fresno Commission on Police Reform (CPR), leading an RPLG team that provided guidance for the entire Commission
- [Founding Partner Jon Holtzman Joins City Managers Conference Panel](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/founding-partner-jon-holtzman-joins-city-managers-conference-panel/) - RPLG Partner Jon Holtzman. Public Law Group Founding Partner Jon Holtzman will join a panel of city officials to discuss “Promoting Civility in Times of Heightened Partisanship and Polarization” at the League of California Cities 2021 City Managers Conference. The session will take place as conference participants convene for lunch via Zoom on Wednesday, Feb.Public Law Group Founding Partner Jon Holtzman will join a panel of city officials to discuss “Promoting Civility in Times of Heightened Partisanship and Polarization” at the League of California Cities 2021 City Managers Conference.
- [Video: Are Regional Solutions Viable?](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/video-are-regional-solutions-viable/) - Meet the RPLG Investigations Team
- [Video: Government Innovation: A Case Study in Wildfire Management](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/video-government-innovation-a-case-study-in-wildfire-management/) - Meet the RPLG Investigations Team
- [Founding Partner Jon Holtzman to Speak at Berkeley Law Webinar on Police Reform](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/founding-partner-jon-holtzman-to-speak-at-berkeley-law-webinar-on-police-reform/) - Learn more about each of our new hires’ experiences and what they bring to the team.
- [RPLG Produces Rutter Guide Covering Various Aspects of California Litigation](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-produces-rutter-guides-on-california-litigation/) - The Rutter Group’s California Practice Guide: Public Sector Employment Litigation is the definitive guide to lawsuits involving public employees and public agencies in the state.
- [Meet RPLG Of Counsel and Land Use Expert Ann Danforth](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/meet-rplg-of-counsel-and-land-use-expert-ann-danforth/) - Land use expert Ann Danforth joined RPLG as Of Counsel last spring, bringing decades of public agency experience to the firm’s government law practice. 
- [Meet RPLG Of Counsel Amy Ackerman](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/meet-rplg-of-counsel-amy-ackerman/) - Amy Ackerman, a former senior deputy city attorney with the San Francisco City Attorney’s Office, joined RPLG as Of Counsel in the spring of 2020. 
- [Jon Holtzman and Dane Hutchings Present at the Cal Cities Municipal Finance Institute](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/jon-holtzman-and-dane-hutchings-present-at-the-cal-cities-municipal-finance-institute/) - RPLG Founding Partner Jon Holtzman and RPPG Managing Director of Government Affairs Dane Hutchings will present at the League of California Cities’ Municipal Finance Institute on Friday, Dec. 11, sharing insights about the potential impact of COVID-19 and recent court rulings on pension benefits.
- [Court Grants Final Approval of Alphabet’s $310 Million Settlement for Sexual Harassment Cases](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/court-grants-final-approval-of-alphabets-310-million-settlement-for-sexual-harassment-cases/) - The Santa Clara Superior Court granted final approval of Google parent company Alphabet Inc.’s $310 million settlement to resolve lawsuits related to sexual harassment and misconduct on Monday, closing out litigation and negotiations that stretched almost two years.
- [DOL Clarifies Compensation for Employee Time Spent Attending Voluntary Training](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/dol-clarifies-compensation-for-employee-time-spent-attending-voluntary-training/) - The U.S. Department of Labor’s (“DOL”) Wage and Hour Division (“WHD”) issued an opinion letter clarifying the compensability of time that employees spend attending voluntary training under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”).
- [Linda Ross Delivers Successful Result for Sonoma County Board of Supervisors in Challenge to Measure P](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/linda-ross-delivers-successful-result-for-sonoma-county-board-of-supervisors-in-challenge-to-measure-p/) - Partner Linda Ross delivered a successful result for the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors on Nov. 5 when the Superior Court of California, County of Sonoma denied Sonoma County Sheriff Mark Essick's petition for writ of mandate to require the Board to provide funds for him to challenge Measure P. 
- [RPLG Presents Update on PERB at Annual PELRAC Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-presents-update-on-perb-at-annual-pelrac-conference/) - Founding Partner Art Hartinger and Associate Anastasia Bondarchuk presented an update on the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) on Thursday, October 22 at the Public Employer Labor Relations Association of California (PELRAC) 11th Annual Training Conference.
- [Founding Partner Teresa Stricker Appointed City Attorney of Richmond](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/founding-partner-teresa-stricker-appointed-city-attorney-of-richmond/) - RPLG is delighted to announce that Founding Partner Teresa Stricker has been appointed City Attorney of Richmond, California.
- [Anastasia Bondarchuk Joins RPLG as an Associate](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/anastasia-bondarchuk-joins-rplg-as-an-associate/) - Anastasia Bondarchuk joined RPLG as an associate this August, bringing a blend of private- and public-sector experience to the firm’s Government and Litigation practice groups.
- [AB 2257’s Impact on Public Employers](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/ab-2257s-impact-on-public-employers/) - In September 2020, the Legislature passed and the Governor signed AB 2257, a piece of clean-up legislation intended to clarify several aspects of AB 5.
- [Anujan Jeevaprakesh Joins RPLG](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/anujan-jeevaprakesh-joins-rplg/) - Anujan Jeevaprakesh recently joined RPLG as an associate, bringing a multi-faceted legal background, exemplary oral advocacy skills and a commitment to public service to the firm’s growing team. 
- [Video: A Conversation with Jon Holtzman and Russ Branson on Government Finance in the Age of COVID-19](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/video-a-conversation-with-jon-holtzman-and-russ-branson-on-government-finance-in-the-age-of-covid-19/) - RPLG Partner Jon Holtzman discusses government finance, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting recession, with Russ Branson of Russ Branson Consulting.
- [Video: A Conversation with Louise Renne](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/video-a-conversation-with-louise-renne/) - RPLG Chair, and former City Attorney of San Francisco, Louise Renne discusses her storied career, and also her past and present projects, including taking on Big Tobacco and forcing the Olympic Club to admit women.
- [Jon Holtzman and Dane Hutchings to Present at League Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/jon-holtzman-and-dane-hutchings-to-present-at-league-annual-conference/) - RPLG Partner Jon Holtzman and RPPG Managing Director of Government Affairs Dane Hutchings will speak on panels at the League of California Cities’ Annual Conference this year. 
- [Jon Holtzman Completes PLA Negotiations for State Center Community College District](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/jon-holtzman-completes-pla-negotiations-for-state-center-community-college-district/) - RPLG Founding Partner Jon Holtzman recently completed negotiations for a project labor agreement (PLA) that prioritizes State Center Community College District (SCCCD) graduates. The PLA was approved on March 10, 2020 by five of the seven SCCCD Trustees.
- [Alphabet Inc. Finalizes $310 Million Settlement for Sexual Harassment Cases](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/press-release-alphabet-inc-finalizes-settlement-for-310-million/)
- [Google settles shareholder lawsuits over sexual-harassment scandals](https://www.marketwatch.com/story/google-to-make-changes-after-settlement-of-shareholder-lawsuits-over-sexual-harassment-scandals-11601053285#new_tab) - After revelations of top executives receiving big payouts while facing accusations of harassment led to employee walkouts and lawsuits, Alphabet promises changes that include waiving mandatory arbitration
- [Alphabet to fund $310 million diversity initiative to settle sexual misconduct lawsuit from shareholders](https://fortune.com/2020/09/25/alphabet-sexual-misconduct-lawsuit-310-million-diversity-inclusion-initiatives/#new_tab) - Google parent Alphabet has agreed to commit $310 million to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives as part of a settlement for a series of sexual harassment and misconduct lawsuits filed against some of the company’s officers and directors.
- [What Alphabet's $310M harassment settlement means](https://www.bizjournals.com/sanjose/news/2020/09/28/7-questions-ann-ravel-alphabet-settlement.html#new_tab) - Google parent company Alphabet Inc. quietly signed a landmark settlement of a shareholder lawsuit last month, requiring the Mountain View tech giant to change its corporate governance practices around stock purchase plans, nondisclosure agreements, employee discipline and executive coaching while committing $310 million to fund diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives over the next decade.
- [Google parent agrees to $310M misconduct lawsuit settlement](https://apnews.com/article/sexual-misconduct-lawsuits-acee7ebff9b645ec273a4136005796a2#new_tab) - Google’s parent company has reached a $310 million settlement in a shareholder lawsuit over its treatment of allegations of executives’ sexual misconduct.
- [Google parent to pay $310 million over handling of sexual harassment case](https://www.latimes.com/business/technology/story/2020-09-25/google-to-pay-310-million-over-handling-of-sexual-harassment-case#new_tab) - Google parent Alphabet Inc. pledged $310 million to expand diversity efforts and resolve shareholder litigation that alleged the company’s board failed to prevent sexual harassment and hid misconduct by executives.
- [Video: a Conversation with Paul Henderson, Director of San Francisco's Department of Police Accountability](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/a-conversation-with-paul-henderson-director-of-san-franciscos-department-of-police-accountability/) - Paul Henderson spoke with us and RPLG’s 2020 Public Law Fellows about police reform on June 18, 2020. Paul shared his views on the state of policing today and what he believes is necessary to create meaningful change on behalf of our communities.
- [Congratulations to Our Former Colleague Kamala Harris](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/congratulations-kamala-harris/) - We at Renne Public Law Group extend our heartfelt congratulations to Kamala Harris.
- [SANDAG auditor slams omissions, revisions to her critical report](https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/watchdog/story/2020-09-10/sandag-auditor-slams-omissions-revisions-to-her-critical-report#new_tab) - The independent auditor for the San Diego Association of Governments is claiming that senior managers mischaracterized her findings and withheld information in order to sway the governing board — and the public — about her conclusions.
- [RPLG Updates Rutter Guide on Public Sector Employment Litigation](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-updates-rutter-guide-on-public-sector-employment-litigation/) - The 2020 update of The Rutter Group’s California Practice Guide: Public Sector Employment Litigation, authored by Renne Public Law Group Partners Art Hartinger and Jon Holtzman, was published on June 24. The Rutter Group Practice Guides provide authoritative guidance for lawyers and judges on a number of legal topics.
- [RPLG Assists Berkeley on Police Accountability Ballot Measure](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-assists-berkeley-on-police-accountability-ballot-measure/) - The proposed Charter Amendment establishes two processes the public may use to file complaints against police officers.
- [Using Big Data to Reduce Catastrophic Impacts of Wildfire: How Local Government Can Help Shape Solutions](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/using-big-data-to-reduce-catastrophic-impacts-of-wildfire/) - Our tools for detecting wildfires, modeling their progression, evacuating residents, and suppressing fires are outdated. The Moraga-Orinda Fire District took action to develop solutions.
- [San Francisco officials reflect on working closely with Kamala Harris years ago](https://www.kron4.com/news/your-local-election-hq/san-francisco-officials-reflect-on-working-closely-with-kamala-harris-years-ago/#new_tab) - Kamala Harris is a Bay Area native, born in Oakland, raised in the East Bay. At City Hall, she worked for former San Francisco City Attorney Louise Renne.
- [RPLG Supports Jefferson Elementary School District Suit Against Juul](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-supports-jefferson-elementary-school-district-suit-against-juul/) - RPLG, as part of a coalition of law firms and public agency partners, filed a lawsuit on behalf of Jefferson Elementary School District in San Francisco’s federal district court on Monday against Juul Labs, Inc.
- [Alameda County Deputy Sheriff's Assn. v. Alameda County Employees' Retirement Assn.: The California Supreme Court Limits the Scope of the So-Called California Rule Governing Vested Pension Rights But Remains Cagey On When The Rule Will Apply In the Future](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/alameda-sheriffs-california-rule/) - On July 30, 2020, the California Supreme Court limited the California Rule in a variety of helpful ways, but ultimately found that the case did not present an opportunity to “revisit” the California Rule itself. We could be waiting a long time for a case that brings further clarity about the continuing vitality and scope of the California Rule.
- [Supreme Court Upholds Anti-Spiking Law; Erodes “California Rule”](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/supreme-court-upholds-anti-spiking-law/) - On July 30, 2020, the California Supreme Court gave good government a win when it upheld the state law that outlawed forms of pension “spiking.” 
- [Public Law Fellowship 2020](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/public-law-fellowship/)
- [2020 Renne Public Law Fellowship Provides Mentorship, Produces Research](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/2020-renne-public-law-fellowship-provides-mentorship-produces-research/)
- [Press Release: RPLG Files Amicus Brief In Support of Certiorari in City of Boise v. Martin](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/press-release-rplg-files-amicus-brief-in-support-of-certiorari-in-city-of-boise-v-martin/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG), a San Francisco-based law firm that represents local governments, filed an amicus (friend of the court) brief asking the United States Supreme Court to review City of Boise v. Martin, Case No. 19-247
- [Press Release: U.S. Supreme Court Denies Review in City of Boise v. Martin](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/press-release-supreme-court-denies-review-boise-v-martin/) - Today, the United States Supreme Court declined to review City of Boise v. Martin, Case No. 19-247.
- [Press Release: Bay Area School Districts Sue Juul ](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/press-release-bay-school-districts-sue-juul/) - School districts spread across the Bay Area have filed litigation in San Francisco’s federal district court against Juul Labs, Inc. for its targeting of minors.
- [RPLG is Formed](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-is-formed/)
- [IMLA Honors Arthur Hartinger with Amicus Service Award](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/imla-honors-arthur-hartinger-with-amicus-service-award/)
- [RPLG Goes for Gold with LOCC in 2018](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-goes-for-gold-with-locc-in-2018/)
- [RPLG Will Attend LOCC City Attorneys’ Spring Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-will-attend-locc-city-attorneys-spring-conference/)
- [RPLG Maps Out Pension Options for Attorneys at LOCC Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-maps-out-pension-options-for-attorneys-at-locc-conference/)
- [RPLG Sponsorship of CSDA Marks Golden Opportunity](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-sponsorship-of-csda-marks-golden-opportunity/)
- [Jennifer Nock Trains State Bar Managers on Complying with Harassment Laws in a #MeToo World](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/jennifer-nock-trains-state-bar-managers-on-complying-with-harassment-laws-in-a-metoo-world/)
- [RPLG Conducts Ethics Training](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-conducts-ethics-training/)
- [RPLG Partner Appointed to LOCC Committee](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-appointed-to-locc-committee/)
- [RPLG Becomes a Corporate Benefactor of CCMF](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-becomes-a-corporate-benefactor-of-ccmf/)
- [RPLG Supports Public Lawyer of the Year Award](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-supports-public-lawyer-of-the-year-award/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) sponsors a reception to honor 2018 Ronald M. George Public Lawyer of the Year Bruce Reed Goodmiller, City Attorney for the City of Richmond.
- [RPLG Attending LOCC Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-attending-locc-annual-conference/) - Find RPLG at Booth 1062 and at the LOCC East Bay Division event!
- [RPLG Launches New Consulting Firm for Public Agencies](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-launches-new-consulting-firm-for-public-agencies/) - RPLG has announced the formation of RPLG.solutions, a new consulting group that provides wrap-around services for its public agency clients throughout California.
- [Renne Public Law Group Mentoring Program Provides Unique Access, Resources](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-mentoring-program-provides-unique-access-resources/) - RPLG Mentees work with Partner Jon Holtzman on administrative, writing, research and reporting projects.
- [Platinum Pillar: RPLG Sponsors 2018 AWI Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/platinum-pillar-rplg-sponsors-2018-awi-annual-conference/) - RPLG becomes a Platinum Sponsor of the 2018 AWI Annual Conference in Burlingame, CA.
- [RPLG Heads to PELRAC Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-heads-to-pelrac-annual-conference/) - RPLG Senior Associate Spencer Wilson is scheduled to speak on the future of the FLSA on Friday, October 12 at 8:00 a.m.
- [MMANC Executive Sponsor RPLG Gears Up for 2018 Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/mmanc-executive-sponsor-rplg-gears-up-for-2018-annual-conference/) - RPLG steps up as an Executive Sponsor for MMANC and prepares to present on Strategic Financial Planning & Communication at the Annual Conference.
- [Congratulations to RPLG’s 2018 Super Lawyers](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/congratulations-to-rplgs-2018-super-lawyers/) - Louise Renne, Jon Holtzman, Art Hartinger, Geoffrey Spellberg & Randy Riddle have been named Northern California Super Lawyers for 2018.
- [RPLG Partner Teresa Stricker Named 2018 Women in Law Honoree](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-teresa-stricker-named-2018-women-in-law-honoree/) - Teresa Stricker, RPLG Partner, was named one of Corporate Counsel and InsideCounsel's 2018 Women in Law Honorees.
- [RPLG Bound For LOCC City Managers Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-bound-for-locc-city-managers-conference/) - The RPLG team will be attending the conference from February 13 to 15 in San Diego.
- [Louise Renne Received Inaugural Bill Edlund Award for Professionalism in the Law](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/louise-renne-received-inaugural-bill-edlund-award-for-professionalism-in-the-law/) - The Ninth Judicial Circuit Historical Society and the Northern District Historical Society presented this first annual award to Louise Renne on March 27, 2019.
- [RPLG Speaks on SB 1421 & AB 748](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-speaks-on-sb-1421-ab-748/) - RPLG Founding Partner Arthur Hartinger hosted a session on SB 1421 and AB 748 during the CPAAC Annual Conference in Lodi.
- [Teresa Stricker Appointed to League FPPC Committee](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/teresa-stricker-appointed-to-league-fppc-committee/) - RPLG Founding Partner Teresa Stricker was recently appointed to the League of California Cities’ Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) Committee.
- [RPLG Heads to Spring City Attorney Conference as Conference Sponsor](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-heads-to-spring-city-attorney-conference-as-conference-sponsor/) - As a longtime League partner and dedicated participant in the local government sector, the Spring Conference is one of RPLG’s key annual events.
- [An Executive Interview with Arthur Hartinger, Partner at Renne Public Law Group](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/an-executive-interview-with-arthur-hartinger-partner-at-renne-public-law-group/) - As Renne Public Law Group celebrated its first anniversary on March 1, we asked Partner Arthur “Art” Hartinger—who founded the firm along with Louise Renne, Jon Holtzman and Teresa Stricker—to talk a bit about the firm and to reflect on his 33-year career in labor and employment law.
- [Louise Renne & Linda Ross Named Among Top Women Lawyers of 2019](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/louise-renne-linda-ross-named-among-top-women-lawyers-of-2019/) - The Daily Journal named Louise Renne & Linda Ross among its Top Women Lawyers of 2019.
- [RPLG Announces the Formation of Renne Public Policy Group](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-announces-the-formation-of-renne-public-policy-group/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) announces the formation of Renne Public Policy Group (RPPG), a new Sacramento-based lobbying and political consulting division of the firm.
- [Director, Government Affairs Dane Hutchings Joins RPPG](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/director-government-affairs-dane-hutchings-joins-rppg/) - Renne Public Policy Group (RPPG) is proud to announce that Dane Hutchings will lead the practice from Sacramento as Director, Government Affairs.
- [League of California Cities Hires Renne Public Policy Group](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/league-of-california-cities-hires-renne-public-policy-group/) - The League of California Cities has retained RPPG on contract to advocate on issues related to workers’ compensation, public sector pensions and other policy areas critical to cities.
- [Executive Interview with Dane Hutchings, Director, Government Affairs for Renne Public Policy Group](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/executive-interview-with-dane-hutchings-director-government-affairs-for-renne-public-policy-group/) - For over a decade, Dane Hutchings has been advocating for the best interests of both public and private entities. He is a seasoned legislative advocate and political strategist with a keen understanding of the California political process and landscape. We asked Mr. Hutchings to discuss his new role at the Renne Public Policy Group.
- [RPLG Provides PLA Support & Expertise](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-provides-pla-support-expertise/) - The RPLG team has decades of experience drafting, negotiating, administering and defending Project Labor Agreements.
- [Experienced Land Use and General Government Attorney](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/experienced-land-use-and-general-government-attorney/) - Applicants must have significant Government Law experience – including land use and CEQA expertise.
- [RPLG Founding Partner Louise Renne Appears on NPR-Member Station Podcast](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/louise-renne-on-kqed/) - On November 4, Founding Partner Louise Renne was featured on NPR-member station KQED as a panelist in a discussion about the making of contemporary San Francisco.
- [RPLG Launches Webinar Series with Sessions on Municipal Finance](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-launches-webinar-series-with-session-on-municipal-finance/) - Renne Public Law Group is launching a webinar series to help keep public agency partners up-to-date on developments during the COVID-19 crisis.
- [Teresa Stricker Appointed to Chair the League’s FPPC Committee](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/teresa-stricker-appointed-to-chair-the-leagues-fppc-committee/)
- [Multiple RPLG Attorneys Named Super Lawyers Once Again](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-attorneys-named-2020-super-lawyers/)
- [Art Hartinger and Linda Ross Named Daily Journal 2020 Top Labor And Employment Lawyers](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/art-hartinger-linda-ross-daily-journal-top-labor-and-employment-2020/)
- [RPLG Expands Its Talent with Spencer Wilson](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-expands-its-talent-with-spencer-wilson/)
- [RPLG Continues to Expand with Ryan McGinley-Stempel](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-continues-to-expand-with-ryan-mcginley-stempel/)
- [John Truxaw, experienced City Attorney, Joins RPLG as Of Counsel](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/john-truxaw-experienced-city-attorney-joins-rplg-as-of-counsel/)
- [RPLG Welcomes Associate Alex Lemberg](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-welcomes-associate-alex-lemberg/)
- [RPLG Speaks on Vested Rights with The Rutter Group](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-speaks-on-vested-rights-with-the-rutter-group/)
- [San Francisco City Attorney Taps Linda Ross at RPLG to Handle Major Wage and Hour Litigation](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/san-francisco-city-attorney-taps-linda-ross-at-rplg-to-handle-major-wage-and-hour-litigation/)
- [Renne Public Law Group Partners with Law Firms, California Communities to Hold Pharmaceutical Companies Liable for Fueling Opioid Crisis](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-partners-with-law-firms-california-communities-to-hold-pharmaceutical-companies-liable-for-fueling-opioid-crisis/)
- [RPLG Expands Local Government Expertise with Lori Liu](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-expands-local-government-expertise-with-lori-liu/)
- [RPLG To Speak at CSDA Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-to-speak-at-csda-annual-conference/)
- [RPLG Partner Jon Holtzman speaks on Janus v. AFSCME](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-partner-jon-holtzman-speaks-on-janus-v-afscme/)
- [RPLG Speaking at CCAC Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-speaking-at-ccac-annual-conference/) - RPLG is scheduled to present at the CCAC Annual Conference on Thursday, September 13, 2018.
- [Public Sector Resource: RPLG Presenting 5 Sessions at 2018 CALPELRA Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/public-sector-resource-rplg-presenting-5-sessions-at-2018-calpelra-conference/) - The RPLG team will showcase its legal expertise in five sessions during the 2018 CALPELRA Annual Conference. Stop by Booth 43 to say hello!
- [RPLG Presenting at 2018 Municipal Finance Institute](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-presenting-at-2018-municipal-finance-institute/) - Jon Holtzman, RPLG Partner, will moderate a session on public sector bargaining with Former Richmond City Manager Bill Lindsay and Brisbane Finance Administrative Services Director Stuart Schillinger on Thursday, December 13 at 9-10:15 a.m.
- [RPLG Takes CALPELRA By Storm](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/calpelra-2018/)
- [RPLG Welcomes Mariam Morley as Of Counsel Talent](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-welcomes-mariam-morley-as-of-counsel-talent/) - Former Deputy City Attorney for the City and County of San Francisco Mariam Morley has joined the Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) as Of Counsel.
- [Ian Long Has Joined RPLG as an Associate](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/ian-long-has-joined-rplg-as-an-associate/) - Ian Long has joined the Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) as an Associate.
- [RPLG Spoke at CCAC Spring Employment Law Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-spoke-at-ccac-spring-employment-law-conference/)
- [RPLG Presented to League on the “California Rule”](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-presented-to-league-on-the-california-rule/) - Linda Ross, Of Counsel for RPLG, recently spoke on vested rights and the “California Rule.”
- [Steve Cikes, Experienced Litigator, Joins RPLG as Of Counsel](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/steve-cikes-experienced-litigator-joins-rplg-as-of-counsel/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is delighted to announce that Steve Cikes has returned to the fold!
- [RPLG Welcomes Associate Jamie Pereyda](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-welcomes-associate-jamie-pereyda/) - Renne Public Law Group welcomes Associate Jamie Pereyda.
- [RPLG on Panel at MCMXF19: “But We’re Legislators, Not Judges: City Council Fair Process Requirements”](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/2019-mcmxf/) - RPLG participated in a panel on Wednesday, June 19 that took the form of a mock city council meeting to explore fair process requirements and highlight how these principles operate in the real world.
- [RPLG Presents at League’s Ballot Measure Academy](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-presents-at-leagues-ballot-measure-academy/) - RPLG Founding Partner Teresa Stricker presented at the Ballot Measure Training Academy held by the League East Bay Division.
- [RPLG and RPPG Address the League of California Cities San Diego County Division](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-and-rppg-address-the-league-of-california-cities-san-diego-county-division/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Founding Partner Art Hartinger and Renne Public Policy Group (RPPG) Director, Government Affairs Dane Hutchings presented at the League of California Cities San Diego County Division meeting on Monday, August 12.
- [RPLG Promotes Ian Long and Ryan McGinley-Stempel to Senior Associate](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-promotes-ian-long-and-ryan-mcginley-stempel-to-senior-associate/) - Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) announces the promotion of Ian Long and Ryan McGinley-Stempel to Senior Associate, effective July 1.
- [RPLG to Address LOCC Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-to-address-locc-annual-conference/) - Four members of the RPLG team will speak on panels this year at the League of California Cities 2019 Annual Conference & Expo.
- [Louise Renne Appointed as Co-Counsel in Federal Opiate Litigation Case](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/louise-renne-appointed-as-co-counsel-in-federal-opiate-litigation-case/) - Renne has been appointed as Co-Negotiation Class Counsel on multidistrict litigation that seeks to recover money for tens of thousands of local governments from opiate manufacturers, distributors and others.
- [Art Hartinger Presents at PELRAC’s 10th Annual Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/art-hartinger-presents-at-pelrac/) - RPLG Partner Art Hartinger brought his expertise in privacy and harassment law to the Public Employer Labor Relations Association of California (PELRAC)’s 10th Annual Conference this week in Palm Springs.
- [Jon Holtzman Selected to Present at the 2019 CALPELRA Advanced Labor Academy](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/jon-holtzman-selected-for-calpelra-advanced-labor-academy/) - RPLG Founding Partner Jon Holtzman will present at the 2019 California Public Employees Labor Relations Association (CALPELRA) Advanced Labor Academy on Nov. 18, bringing deep expertise in pension negotiations and pension law.
- [RPLG Delivers Summary Judgments for Counties of San Joaquin and Orange in Retiree Benefit Cases](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-summary-judgments-in-retiree-benefit-cases/) - Partner Art Hartinger, along with Senior Associates Ryan McGinley-Stempel and Ian Long, helped deliver two summary judgments for the Counties of San Joaquin and Orange this fall that will save the government entities millions of dollars in retiree pension dues. 
- [Art Hartinger and Dane Hutchings to Present on Independent Contractors at League City Managers Conference](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/art-hartinger-and-dane-hutchings-to-present-on-independent-contractors-at-league-city-managers-conference/) - RPLG Founding Partner Art Hartinger and Renne Public Policy Group (RPPG) Director, Government Affairs Dane Hutchings will provide insight on pensions and independent contractors at the 2020 League City Managers Conference
- [Jon Holtzman Secures Speaking Engagements at MFI and January Forums](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/jon-holtzman-secures-speaking-engagements-at-mfi-and-january-forums/) - Founding Partner Jon Holtzman secured three speaking engagements in December and January, starting with a presentation at the League of California Cities’ Municipal Finance Institute (MFI) on Dec. 12. 
- [Renne Public Law Group Obtains Dismissal of Title IX Case](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/renne-public-law-group-obtains-dismissal-of-title-ix-case/)
- [RPLG Serves as General Counsel for San Francisco’s Downtown Community Benefit  District](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-serves-as-general-counsel-for-san-franciscos-downtown-community-benefit-district/) - Renne Public Law Group has finalized an agreement to serve as General Counsel for San Francisco’s Downtown Community Benefit District (Downtown CBD).
- [RPLG Supports South San Francisco Unified School District’s Litigation Against Juul](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/rplg-supports-south-san-francisco-unified-school-districts-litigation-against-juul/) - RPLG, as part of a coalition of law firms and public agency partners, filed litigation on behalf of SSFUSD in San Francisco’s federal district court.
- [Imran Dar Joins RPLG](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/imran-dar-joins-rplg/) - After exploring legal fields from campaign-finance law enforcement to Occupy Wall Street First Amendment cases in New York, Mr. Dar joined the firm in April.
- [10 Tips for Bargaining Big Change](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/10-tips-for-bargaining-big-change/)
- [COVID-19, the Census Delay, and Local Redistricting: What Local Public Agencies Can Do to Prepare](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/covid-census-delay-local-redistricting/)
- [Crystal Ball - How Will the Supreme Court Rule in the Alameda County Sheriffs Vested Rights Case?](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/crystal-ball-how-will-the-supreme-court-rule-in-the-alameda-county-sheriffs-vested-rights-case/) - The California Supreme Court heard arguments today in the Alameda County Sheriffs Vested Rights Case.
- [Navigating Fiscal Emergencies in the Time of Coronavirus: Tools from the Great Recession  Revisited](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/navigating-fiscal-emergencies-in-the-time-of-coronavirus-tools-from-the-great-recession-revisited/) - Declaring a fiscal emergency, and implementing appropriate remedial measures, may be an unfortunate reality for some local agencies in light of the COVID-19 epidemic.
- [Not Just Women’s Troubles: Why the Entire Legal Profession Should Care About Gender Discrimination](https://www.law.com/therecorder/2020/03/05/not-just-womens-troubles-why-the-entire-legal-profession-should-care-about-gender-discrimination/#new_tab) - “Here we are in 2020, and it still goes on,” said Justice Teri Jackson, the first African American woman on California’s First District Court of Appeal, at an Association of Business Trial Lawyers event in San Francisco on Tuesday.
- [Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy Files Lawsuit on Behalf of South San Francisco Unified School District Against Juul Labs, Inc.](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cotchett-pitre-mccarthy-files-lawsuit-213700045.html#new_tab) - Juul’s marketing strategy, advertising, and product design, which have targeted minors, especially preteens and teenagers, resulting in increased use of electronic cigarettes by youth in San Mateo County and increased costs for local schools.
- [The “California Rule” – The Sequel](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/california-rule-sequel/)
- [It’s Not Too Early for Local Government to Plan for the Aftermath](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/not-too-early-plan-for-covid-aftermath/) - We already know enough to begin to act, and the longer we delay, the deeper the ultimate cuts.
- [Declarations of Fiscal Emergency: A Resurging Option for Public Entities Attempting to Deal With The Current Economic Climate](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/declarations-of-fiscal-emergency-a-resurging-option-for-public-entities-attempting-to-deal-with-the-current-economic-climate/) - Conventional wisdom has been that declarations of fiscal emergency do not work. With the recent sharp downturn in the economy, the conventional wisdom may no longer be correct.
- [Getting Ready For The BIG One (And All The Little Ones): Disaster Preparedness for Human Resources](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/getting-ready-for-the-big-one-and-all-the-little-ones-disaster-preparedness-for-human-resources/)
- [Does AB 5 Apply to Public-Sector Employers? Lawmakers Aren’t Finished](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/does-ab-5-apply-to-public-sector-employers-lawmakers-arent-finished/) - The question now is whether AB 5 applies to public-sector employees. Let the debate begin.
- [CalPERS loses $69 billion in biggest market losses since Great Recession](https://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/the-state-worker/article241391841.html#new_tab) - The pot of invested money used to pay for hundreds of thousands of California public employee pensions has shrunk by $69 billion as coronavirus has squeezed global markets.
- [In brief: Piedmont LWV to hear former California deputy A.G.](https://www.eastbaytimes.com/2019/11/14/in-brief-piedmont-lwv-to-hear-former-california-deputy-a-g/#new_tab) - The League of Women Voters of Piedmont is held a holiday luncheon fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 6 at Piedmont Community Hall, 711 Highland Ave. in Piedmont.
- [DOL Final Rule Provides Needed Clarity on Regular Rate Calculation](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/dol-final-rule-clarity-on-rate-calculation/) - After much anticipation, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) has issued its final rule clarifying the regulations governing calculation of the FLSA regular rate of pay, 29 CFR sections 548 and 778. The Department last updated these rules more than 60 years ago, before the FLSA applied to public agencies.
- [Court of Appeal Reaffirms Police "You Lie, You Die" Rule](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/appeals-court-reaffirms-police-you-lie-you-die/) - The California Court of Appeal recently ruled in favor of Los Angeles County after it fired a sheriff’s deputy for dishonesty. In this unusual case, the court was required to reverse a decision by the Los Angeles County Civil Service Commission.
- [California cities challenge court ruling on homeless sleeping, camping in public](https://www.vcstar.com/story/news/local/2019/10/01/california-homeless-camps-supreme-court-ruling-review/3822747002/#new_tab) - While Boise v. Martin dealt specifically with the city of Boise, Idaho, it is now set as precedent and is binding on all federal trial courts in California and other western states.
- [RPLG Announces the Formation of Renne Public Policy Group](https://www.publicceo.com/2019/08/rplg-announces-the-formation-of-renne-public-policy-group/#new_tab)
- [AB 5 on its Way to the Governor – An Insider’s View](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/ab-5-on-its-way-to-the-governor-insiders-view/) - Assembly Bill (AB) 5, the measure that targets the “gig economy,” has been one of the most contentious measures of the 2019 legislative session. The lobbying effort surrounding AB 5 was fierce.
- [An Unholy Mess: Recent Cases Confirm the Legislature, Courts and CalPERS Have Derailed the Public Agency Employee/ Contractor Distinction](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/an-unholy-mess-recent-cases-confirm-the-legislature-courts-and-calpers-have-derailed-the-public-agency-employee-contractor-distinction-2/) - The combination of recent court cases, legislation and pressure from CalPERS have all but destroyed venerable rules preventing "ghost" employees by increasingly modeling public employment rules on private sector rules.
- [Fearsome Foursome: A Quartet of Problematic Bills Threatens Public Employers](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/fearsome-foursome-a-quartet-of-problematic-bills-threatens-public-employers/) - Local government employers should be watching SB 266 (Leyva) CalPERS Disallowed Benefits, AB 418 (Kalra) Union-Agent Evidentiary Privilege, AB 1066 (Gonzalez) Unemployment Insurance, Trade Disputes and SB 542 (Stern) Workers’ Compensation Presumptions PTSD, First Responders. Here’s why.
- [Pension Reform:  In the Wake of the Supreme Court’s Landmark Cal Fire Decision, Is the Glass Half Empty or Half Full?](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/pension-reform-2019/) - In the process of attempting to insert a legal framework in the vesting doctrine, the Cal Fire Court significantly limits the grounds under which a benefit can become vested.
- [Platinum Partnership with LOCC & ILG for 2019](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/platinum-partnership-with-locc-ilg-for-2019/) - RPLG has committed to supporting the League of California Cities and the Institute for Local Government as a Platinum Level Partner for 2019.
- [Recent Limitation on Home Rule Doctrine:  Charter Cities and Likely All Counties Are Subject to State Minimum Wage Requirements](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/minimum-wage-requirements-2019/) - In light of Marquez, we recommend that charter cities, charter counties, and general law counties – as well as all other public employers in California– review their employee salary schedules to ensure compliance with state minimum wage requirements.
- [To Chalk or Not to Chalk: How the Sixth Circuit’s Recent Decision in Taylor v. City of Saginaw Impacts California Municipalities](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/chalking-municipalities-2019/) - California municipalities should take heed of the Sixth Circuit’s recent decision in City of Saginaw, which casts a misguided shadow over a longstanding parking enforcement practice.
- [California Supreme Court Clarifies Law on Vested Pension Rights](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/california-supreme-court-clarifies-law-on-vested-pension-rights/) - The Court is taking a hard look at the vested rights doctrine, and views it to be significantly more limited than the prevailing understanding of the doctrine.
- [New Brown Act Online Agenda Posting Requirements  Take Effect for Meetings Held in January 2019](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/new-brown-act-online-agenda-posting-requirements-take-effect-for-meetings-held-in-january-2019/) - The new online agenda posting requirements Assembly Bill 2257 added to the Ralph M. Brown Act apply to all meetings of local public agency legislative bodies held on or after January 1, 2019.
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- [Labor and Employment Voter Initiatives: Legal Pitfalls and Hurdles in Seeking Reform at the Ballot Box](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/labor-and-employment-voter-initiatives-legal-pitfalls-and-hurdles-in-seeking-reform-at-the-ballot-box/)
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- [Declarations of Fiscal Emergency: A Viable Option as Cities and Counties Fight to Maintain Essential Services](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/declarations-of-fiscal-emergency-a-viable-option-as-cities-and-counties-fight-to-maintain-essential-services/)
- [California Supreme Court finds public employee benefits may ‘vest’ by implication](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/california-supreme-court-finds-public-employee-benefits-may-vest-by-implication/)
- [A very, very, very fine house: the sequel](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/a-very-very-very-fine-house-the-sequel/)
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- [Conference - CALPELRA Annual Training Conference 2025](https://rennepubliclawgroup.com/team_member_position/conf-2025-calpelra-annual-training/)
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