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"Rather than overcoming imposter syndrome, try leaning into it." In her new Bloomberg Law article, Ellen reflects on how her understanding of imposter syndrome has changed throughout her career. What began as a belief that it was a negative trait largely associated with women evolved into a more nuanced perspective: that feelings of self-doubt can affect anyone, regardless of title or experience, and may actually coexist with the qualities that drive professional growth and leadership. Read the full article in comments to learn why imposter syndrome may not be the liability you think it is and for practical tips on how to manage it to your advantage.

On Tuesday, July 21st, DTO is proud to partner with ACC Southern California (Association of Corporate Counsel) for an evening of community impact. 🩷 DTO and the ACC in-house community, we will be assembling toiletry care kits for the Downtown Women's Center of Los Angeles, whose mission is to end homelessness by providing safe housing and supportive services centered on wellness, employment, and advocacy. Thank you, ACC SoCal, for this opportunity! ACC members who would like to participate can sign up through the link in comments.

Turns out “attention to detail” looks very different on a lawsuit and a canvas. 🎨 From LA to Redwood City to New York, our teams spent May and June at Paint & Sip events full of bold choices, strong opinions, and very few masterpieces—which, honestly, made it better. Results varied, but the fun did not. 😊

Katie Burghardt Kramer was featured in a recent International Trade Today article, “Attorneys: Consumer IEEPA Refund Class Actions Might Not Be Viable, B2B Suits on Rise,” discussing the evolving landscape of IEEPA tariff refund litigation. The article examines whether consumer class actions seeking tariff-related refunds are likely to succeed and explores the potential rise of business-to-business claims. Katie shared her insights on class certification, highlighting several hurdles plaintiffs may face, including questions surrounding class action superiority and the typicality of named plaintiffs. Link to full article in comments.

Earlier in June, Megan O'Neill and Katie Burghardt Kramer reconnected with colleagues at the LCLD Alumni Symposium. As a member of the LCLD Alumni Executive Council, Megan had the privilege of presenting awards recognizing outstanding contributions within the alumni community. The event was especially meaningful for Katie, who attended the Symposium for the first time as an LCLD alumna. It was a memorable gathering marked by thoughtful conversations and a shared commitment to leadership in the legal profession.

For a day, we are stepping away from the desk to show up for our community.   DTO Law is sponsoring National Association of Minority & Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF)’s Month of Service initiative, with our New York team assembling necessity bags for our unhoused neighbors in collaboration with The Bowery Mission.   This is an effort that matters to our team—and the one that we are glad to stand behind.

DTO returns to the Chambers and Partners USA Guide in 2026 for a fourth consecutive year, with Megan O'Neill newly joining the rankings alongside the firm.   The firm and Megan’s recognition in Litigation: General Commercial places them among the top 2% nationwide, based on research and client feedback.   Together, it reflects the firm’s steady, exacting approach to complex litigation and Megan’s role in carrying that work forward. Press release in comments.

Megan approaches each matter with clarity and care. Forbes recognizes that. Congratulations to Megan O'Neill being included in Forbes’ inaugural ‘America’s Top Women Lawyers’ list. Press release linked in the comments.

DTO partner Katie Burghardt Kramer’s two recent panel events examined how Section 1782 and evolving data regimes are shaping cross-border discovery in an increasingly digital and global litigation landscape. At the American Bar Association International Law Section Annual Conference in Washington, D.C., she joined a panel on the practical challenges of international discovery, with a focus on data privacy constraints, multi-jurisdictional evidence collection, and emerging issues at the intersection of law and technology. She also spoke on a Federal Bar Council webinar centered on the strategic use of 28 U.S.C. § 1782, offering a more focused look at the procedural and tactical considerations driving these applications in foreign disputes. Together, the conversations reflect the increasingly technical and cross-border nature of discovery work—the areas in which DTO Law continues to be engaged. Press release linked in comments.

DTO Partner Katie Burghardt Kramer will be speaking at Federal Bar Council’s live webinar, "Strategies for 28 U.S.C. § 1782 Discovery for Foreign Disputes," on Tuesday, May 19. Moderated by The Honorable Robyn F. Tarnofsky, U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of New York, the program will examine Section 1782 as a key mechanism for obtaining U.S. discovery for use in foreign proceedings, with a practical focus on emerging issues and litigation strategy. Katie will be joined by Tara Plochocki of Sequor Law, with Gege Wang Weinberg of Quinn Emanuel serving as program coordinator, for a lively discussion offering practical guidance for attorneys handling cross-border disputes or advising clients facing potential Section 1782 discovery. If your clients may be involved in cross-border disputes or transactions, this webinar is one to bookmark. RSVP links in comments. For more information—or to request a similar presentation tailored for your organization—please reach out to Katie directly.