On This Day In Legal History - On June 3, 1918, the US Supreme Court ruled in Hammer v. Dagenhart that the first federal child labor law, the Keating-Owen Child Labor Act, was unconstitutional, falling outside the scope of Congressional authority under the Commerce Clause. #SKOfirm #legalhistory
On This Day In Legal History - On June 1, 2000, the Patent Law Treaty (PLT) was signed in Geneva. The purpose of PLT is to make the patent process easier for the applicant at the international level by streamlining the regional and national patent procedures in member countries. Today, there are 19 contracting states and 59 additional nations have signed PLT. #SKOfirm #legalhistory
On This Day In Legal History - On May 15, 1911, the US Supreme Court found Standard Oil in violation of the Sherman Act and ordered its dissolution. #SKOfirm#legalhistory
Last week, ALFAI members traveled to the stunning El Conquistador Resort in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, for its 2026 #ALFAITransportation Practice Group Seminar. #ALFAInternationalEvents
On This Day In Legal History - On May 1, 1794, the Federal Society of Journeymen Cordwainers (shoemakers) was organized in Philadelphia to negotiate wages for its members, becoming the first trade union in the United States.Learn more about the history of the labor movement in the United States, and visit the website of the AFL-CIO, the federation of America's labor unions, representing more than 13 million workers. #SKOfirm #legalhistory
On This Day In Legal History - Oliver Ellsworth, third Chief Justice of the United States and primary author of the Judiciary Act of 1789 that established the federal court system, was born in Windsor, Connecticut, on April 29, 1745. #SKOfir#legalhistory
Today, we recognize and thank the administrative professionals whose work is essential to the success of our firm every day. Their professionalism, organization, responsiveness, and dedication help keep our attorneys supported and our client service strong. From managing countless details behind the scenes to helping operations run smoothly, their contributions are felt across every office and practice area. Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the outstanding individuals who do so much to support our people and our work. #SKOfirm #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #LawFirmCulture #TeamRecognition #ProfessionalServices #Gratitude
We’re pleased to welcome Ashley K. Russell to SKO as an Associate in our Louisville office. Ashley joins our Corporate Finance & Lending and Real Estate practice groups, advising financial institutions, lenders, and borrowers on commercial lending and real estate transactions. She brings experience supporting deals from diligence through closing, with a practical approach that keeps transactions moving efficiently. Learn more about Ashley at https://t.co/b9zl4zZaXB. #SKOfirm #welcome #KentuckyLaw #IndianaLaw
On This Day In Legal History - On April 13, 1743, Thomas Jefferson was born in Albemarle County in the Virginia Colony. Jefferson went on to become, among other things, the third President of the United States, the primary author of the Declaration of Independence, and a founder of the Democratic-Republican Party. Jefferson was also responsible for reforming the laws of Virginia after independence from Great Britain. #SKOfirm #legalhistory
On This Day In Legal History - On April 10, 1790, Congress approved the US's first Patent Act. The Patent Act of 1790 allowed inventors to maintain "sole and exclusive right and liberty of making, constructing, using and vending to others" a patented invention for fourteen years. The Act furthermore created the US Patent Board, the precursor to the modern US Patent Office. #SKOfirm #legalhistory
Welcome Suzannah Wilson Overholt to SKO! Suzannah joins our Indianapolis office as a member, bringing more than two decades of experience advising healthcare, nonprofit, public, and private sector organizations on complex regulatory and operational matters. Her addition continues the strategic growth of our Indianapolis team. Learn more about Suzannah at https://t.co/ZfPkyNXLYR. #SKOfirm #IndianaLaw
We are pleased to welcome Andrew Kirtley as Counsel in SKO’s Indianapolis office, where he practices in Business Litigation. Andrew represents businesses in civil litigation, bringing a disciplined, practical approach to risk assessment and case strategy informed by his prior service as a Deputy Attorney General. Learn more about Andrew at https://t.co/DYD90wBMwB. #SKOfirm #businesslitigation #Welcome #IndianaLaw #BusinessLaw
We are pleased to welcome R. Daniel Faust as Counsel in SKO’s Indianapolis office. Daniel represents businesses and individuals in commercial, real estate, and tort litigation, bringing significant trial experience, including first‑chair trial work, and a disciplined, client‑focused approach. Learn more about Daniel at https://t.co/Jqu0Gz9MSY. #SKOfirm #Welcome #SKOlaw #Indianapolis #BusinessLitigation #RealEstateLaw #TrialLaw
We are pleased to welcome Paul D. Mackowski as a Member in SKO’s Indianapolis office. Paul represents businesses, financial institutions, and individuals in complex commercial and consumer disputes, guiding matters from pre‑litigation strategy through trial and appeal. His practice includes business litigation, internal investigations, and bankruptcy and creditors’ rights matters across a range of industries. Learn more about Paul at https://t.co/Ext5QMUR2k. #SKOfirm #Welcome #SKOlaw #Indianapolis #BusinessLitigation #BankruptcyLaw
We’re excited to welcome Keith D. Mundrick as a Member in SKO’s Indianapolis office. Keith advises businesses and financial institutions on commercial finance, real estate, and strategic risk matters, helping clients structure strong deals and manage risk with confidence. Learn more about Keith at https://t.co/51MmL8ju4c. #SKOfirm #Welcome #SKOlaw #Indianapolis #CommercialFinance #RealEstateLaw
On This Day In Legal History - On March 4, 1909, the Copyright Act of 1909 became law, making infringement of a copyright a federal crime for the first time. #SKOfirm#legalhistory
On This Day In Legal History - On March 3, 1879, Belva Lockwood became the first woman admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court. #SKOfirm#legalhistory
On This Day In Legal History - David Dudley Field, a champion of legal codification in the United States, was born in Haddam, Connecticut, on February 13, 1805. #SKOfirm#legalhistory