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 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.
Louise Renne Shares Insight on Working With Kamala Harris
While serving as San Francisco's first female city attorney in the early 2000s, Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) Chair Louise Renne hired Vice President and Democratic Presidential Nominee Kamala Harris to lead the San Francisco City Attorney’s Office's Family and Children's Services Division and worked with her from August 2000 through December 2001. This summer, Louise has recounted her working relationship with Harris by providing insight to a number of national media outlets during the 2024 election season. She has spoken with CBS News, NBC News, The Washington Post and TIME magazine and appeared on the NPR radio show All Things Considered with Ari Shapiro. Later this fall, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, EenVandaag (a Dutch publication) and the BBC network will feature her comments.
RPLG Announces New Partners Rubin E. Cruse, Jr. and Andrew Shen
Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) congratulates Rubin E. Cruse, Jr. and Andrew Shen on their promotions to partner effective Sept. 1. Rubin joined RPLG as of counsel in May 2023 after serving over 24 years in the Shasta County Counsel’s Office and over 12 years as the Shasta County Counsel. Andrew joined RPLG as senior counsel in October 2022 after 15 years of service as deputy city attorney for the City and County of San Francisco.
Renne Public Law Group Welcomes Associate Maribel Lopez
Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) is excited to announce that Maribel Lopez has joined the team as our newest associate. She holds a B.A. from the University of California, Davis and a J.D. cum laude from the University of San Francisco (USF) School of Law. During her time at law school, Maribel served as a judicial extern for California Supreme Court Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye, was a senior staff member of the USF Law Review and was co-president of the USF La Raza Law Student Association.
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.
Prepare Now for California’s 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 ideal partner for California employers navigating these new requirements. Amy Ackerman and Anastasia Bondarchuk recently presented on this topic at the San [...]
Renne Public Law Group Secures a Win in the California Supreme Court
RPLG’s 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.
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.
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.