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Blank Rome LLP is pleased to announce that&nbsp;<a href="/people/natalie-alameddine/" id="19077">Natalie Alameddine</a>, a partner&nbsp;in our&nbsp;<a href="/services-and-industries/labor-employment/" id="18495">Labor &amp; Employment</a>&nbsp;practice group, and partner and co-chair of the&nbsp;<a href="/services-and-industries/privacy-security-data-protection/" id="18538">Privacy, Security &amp; Data Protection</a>&nbsp;group&nbsp;<a href="/people/sharon-r-klein/" id="18955">Sharon R. Klein</a>&nbsp;have been recognized as 2024 Legal Visionaries by&nbsp;L.A. Times&nbsp;B2B Publishing&nbsp;in its&nbsp;<a href="https://npaper2.com/business--visionaries/2024/11/s1/#?dpg=1">2024 Business of Law Magazine</a>.

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According to the publication, being recognized as a Legal Visionary "is not only a reflection of exceptional skill and dedication but also an acknowledgment of one's ability to rise above the field." The honorees are committed to excellence, thought leadership, and impactful contributions to both their clients and the broader legal community.

To view the 2024 Legal Visionaries, please click&nbsp;<a href="https://npaper2.com/business--visionaries/2024/11/s1/#?dpg=1">here</a>.

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Natalie's and Sharon's honoree profiles, as published in the&nbsp;2024 Business of Law&nbsp;Magazine, are copied below.

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Natalie Alameddine Partner, Labor &amp; Employment Blank Rome LLP UC Law San Francisco LABOR &amp; EMPLOYMENT

Natalie Alameddine is a partner at Blank Rome, where she advises and represents employers in complex labor and employment disputes. Her expertise includes federal and California wage and hour claims, class actions, PAGA representative actions and wrongful termination cases. Known for her skill in handling misclassification and independent contractor issues, she has become a key attorney for national employers. Alameddine has successfully defended clients such as BYD Motors and Lennar in high-stakes arbitration and litigation. She has been recognized by the&nbsp;Daily Journal&nbsp;and&nbsp;Super Lawyers&nbsp;as a leading labor attorney. In addition to her legal work, she is passionate about pro bono initiatives, including efforts to secure asylum for Afghan refugees. Alameddine actively engages in diversity advocacy and serves on numerous legal boards, including the UC Law San Francisco Board of Governors.

Sharon R. Klein Partner Blank Rome LLP Temple University Beasley School of Law CYBERSECURITY

Sharon R. Klein is a nationally recognized leader in data privacy, cybersecurity and AI law, bringing over 40 years of experience to her role as co-chair of Blank Rome's privacy, security &amp; data protection practice and managing partner of the Orange County office. A thought leader in her field, she has advised clients on navigating complex technology transactions, compliance with evolving regulations and mitigating cybersecurity risks. A strong advocate for women in STEM, she mentors young attorneys and supports the Girl Scouts of Orange County, emphasizing STEM initiatives. Klein's contributions have garnered numerous accolades, including being named a “Top AI Lawyer” and “Top Cybersecurity Author” in 2024, reflecting her influence and commitment to advancing legal standards in technology and privacy.

Natalie Alameddine and Sharon R. Klein Named 2024 Legal Visionaries by L.A. Times B2B Publishing

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