California Adopts New Protections for Election Workers and Other Public Servants
The increasingly polarized political environment has taken a toll on election workers and other public servants. The California Legislature has noticed, recognizing in its most recent election legislation that 15 percent of the state’s election officials have retired since the 2020 election. In an ongoing effort to address this issue, Governor Newsom signed SB 1131 into law on September 26, 2022, establishing new protections for public officials from harassment, threats, and acts of violence. As an urgency statute, SB 1311 went into effect that same day.
RPLG Welcomes Senior Counsel Andrew Shen
Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) welcomes Andrew Shen, who joins the firm as senior counsel after 15 years of service as Deputy City Attorney for the City and County of San Francisco.
Partner Jon Holtzman to present at the MMANC Annual Conference
Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Founding Partner Jon Holtzman will present at the Municipal Management Association of Northern California (MMANC) Annual Conference, October 26-28 in Monterey.
Executive Profile: Jake Whitaker on Keys to Successful Grant Writing
Renne Public Policy Group announced that Jake Whitaker has been promoted to Director of Grant Services, effective September 1. With a proven track record of bringing in millions of state and federal dollars for local public agencies, Jake’s unique ability to tell the story of public agencies and nonprofits consistently produces successful, highly competitive grant applications. In this interview, Jake discusses his approach, the firm’s philosophy, and his vision for the future.
Renne Public Management Group Welcomes Alameda County Leader Wendy Sommer
Renne Public Management Group (RPMG), a division of Renne Public Law Group, is pleased to announce that sustainability expert Wendy Sommer has joined RPMG as a Consultant.
Renne Public Law Group Files a Federal Lawsuit to Stop the Wrongful Eviction of Residents at Laguna Honda Hospital
Renne Public Law Group announces that it has filed a federal lawsuit to stop the State and Federal Government’s action to force the relocation of nearly 700 residents at San Francisco’s Laguna Honda Hospital.
Multiple RPLG Attorneys Set to Present at CSDA Annual Conference
Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Partner Jenica Maldonado and Associates Michael Cohen and Jake Freitas will present at the California Special Districts Association (CSDA) Annual Conference this August in Palm Desert.
Multiple RPLG Attorneys Recognized as 2022 Super Lawyers
On July 5, Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Founding Partners Louise Renne, Jon Holtzman and Art Hartinger, as well as Of Counsel Geoff Spellberg, were named 2022 Northern California Super Lawyers.
2022 Renne Public Law Group Fellowship Cultivates Mentorship, Research
RPLG’s fellowship program was held remotely June 13-24. Each day, fellows engaged with municipal law experts, learning about contemporary local government topics and challenges facing communities. Presenters and panelists shared insights with the fellows regarding best practices and solutions for addressing issues through public law.
RPLG Partners Art Hartinger and Jenica Maldonado Named Top Labor and Employment Lawyers by the Daily Journal
Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Partners Art Hartinger and Jenica Maldonado have been selected by the Daily Journal as 2022 Top Labor and Employment Lawyers in California, in recognition of their deep experience representing public and private clients in complex litigation and advice matters pertaining to labor and employment issues.