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Taxation and Trusts & Estates One Big Beautiful Bill Act – Key Tax Provisions

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBB”) was signed into law on July 4th, 2025, ushering in sweeping changes to the U.S. federal tax landscape. The OBBB permanently extends and expands many provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”), and introduces significant updates that will impact both individuals and businesses. The following are […]

White Collar Defense & Investigations Supreme Court Decision Could Lead to Increased Criminal and Civil Fraud Enforcement Actions Against Government Contractors

The Supreme Court recently decided that a federal contractor who induces the government to enter into a transaction under materially false pretenses can be convicted of fraud even if the contractor did not seek to cause the victim economic loss.  The Court’s decision in Kousisis v. United States, 145 S. Ct. 1382 (2025) permits federal […]

Wildfire Response Practice Group Wildfire Response: How We Can Help

A message from JMBM regarding Southern California Wildfires We express our deepest sympathy and concern for all of those affected by the Southern California wildfires. Please rest assured Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP (JMBM) is here to assist in this effort wherever possible. If you need assistance during this difficult time, do not hesitate to […]

Labor & Employment and White Collar Defense & Investigations New Executive Order Creates Litigation Risk for Federal Contractors and Healthcare Providers with DEI Policies and Programs

President Donald J. Trump has issued an executive order rescinding requirements that federal contractors implement affirmative action programs, and targeting companies that have diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. This Presidential directive creates real risk of potential civil False Claims Act (FCA) liability for healthcare companies, federal contractors, and federal grant recipients that maintain DEI […]