What’s Cookin’ in Litigation?

What's Cookin' in Litigation? with Brian Wacker, Episode 12 In season 1’s final episode of “What's Cookin' in Litigation?” host Brian Wacker welcomes Stephanie Lummus, a partner at The Cook Group’s St. Louis, Missouri office. Tune in to the episode to hear about:  * Stephanie’s journey from serving in the Navy to becoming a formidable defense litigator  * How Stephanie’s military s...

What's Cookin' in Litigation? with Brian Wacker, Episode 11 In this episode of “What's Cookin' in Litigation?” host Brian Wacker welcomes Ashley Rodgers. Ashley is a Partner in The Cook Group’s Pennsylvania office, where she represents clients in complex litigation matters, relying on her experience across a broad range of practice areas, including transportation and trucking liabi...

What's Cookin' in Litigation? with Brian Wacker, Episode 10 In this episode of “What's Cookin' in Litigation?” host Brian Wacker welcomes The Cook Group associates, Paige Schindler and Solomon Im. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Paige and Solomon’s paths in their legal careers that led them to toxic torts * Paige and Solomon’s perspectives on the unique intensity of New Yor...

What's Cookin' in Litigation? with Brian Wacker, Episode 9 In this episode of “What's Cookin' in Litigation?” host Brian Wacker welcomes rising stars within The Cook Group, associates Shaun Van Buskirk, Nicholas Gross, and Cat Blake. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Meet Shaun VanBuskirk, who has been with The Cook Group since 2021. Learn about Shaun’s journey from interning...

What's Cookin' in Litigation? with Brian Wacker, Episode 8 In this episode of “What's Cookin' in Litigation?” host Brian Wacker welcomes Noah Oliphant, Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Officer for The Cook Group. Tune in to the episode to hear about:  * The significance of technology in the legal field  * Noah’s background and the foundational goals of incorporating a...

What's Cookin' in Litigation? with Brian Wacker, Episode 7 In this episode of “What's Cookin' in Litigation?” host Brian Wacker welcomes back Meredith Hudgens, a partner at The Cook Group, based in Chicago. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Various labor and employment law updates, particularly focusing on recent legislative changes in Illinois * New laws affecting employers,...

What's Cookin' in Litigation? with Brian Wacker, Episode 6 In this episode of “What's Cookin' in Litigation?” host Brian Wacker welcomes Meredith Hudgens, a partner at The Cook Group, based in Chicago. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * The rising trend of nuclear verdicts in Cook County and the significant impact of recent legal changes allowing punitive damages in wrongful d...

What's Cookin' in Litigation? with Brian Wacker, Episode 5 In this episode of “What's Cookin' in Litigation?” host Brian Wacker welcomes Gary Casimir, founding Partner at The Cook Group, based in the firm’s New York City office. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Gary’s extensive background in law and his experience working in both criminal and civil litigation * Gary’s journe...

What's Cookin' in Litigation? with Brian Wacker, Episode 4 In this episode of “What's Cookin' in Litigation?” host Brian Wacker welcomes Christine Calareso, Managing Partner of Cook Group’s west coast office. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Christine’s team, emphasizing their experience, close working relationships, and their shared goal of continuous improvement and strate...

What's Cookin' in Litigation? with Brian Wacker, Episode 3 In this episode of “What's Cookin' in Litigation?” host Brian Wacker welcomes Joe Hargraves, partner at Cook Group. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Joe Hargraves’ extensive experience in toxic torts and asbestos litigation, highlighting key courts and jurisdictions where these cases are prevalent * The potential for...

What's Cookin' in Litigation? with Brian Wacker, Episode 2 In this episode of “What's Cookin' in Litigation?” host Brian Wacker welcomes Hanson Horn, managing partner at the Cook Group's South Florida office. Tune in to the episode to hear about: - The impact of statutory changes that have recently favored the defense bar and expedited trial processes - The implications of the...

What's Cookin' in Litigation? with Brian Wacker, Episode 1 In this inaugural episode of “What's Cookin' in Litigation?” host Brian Wacker welcomes Founder and Managing Partner of The Cook Group, Kerryann Cook. The Cook Group is an inclusive law firm dedicated to those core values in the legal profession and in society as a whole. Tune in for these key takeaways:   * Kerryann’s insp...