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On this week's Sidebar episode, employment lawyer Patrick Dolan on the story of a woman who claimed a religious exemption from using AI -- and her company agreed! Federal defense attorney Mike Leonard discusses a part of his practice that defends college students during disciplinary hearings -- a system Leonard refers to as a 'kangaroo court'. Guests: Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer Mike Leonard, Federal Defense Attorney Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HEREWho we areBlock Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable, relevant and nonpartisan coverage of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods. We believe all neighborhoods deserve to be covered in a meaningful way.We amplify positive stories, cover development and local school council meetings and serve as watchdogs in neighborhoods often ostracized by traditional news media.Ground-level coverageOur neighborhood-based reporters don't parachute in once to cover a story. They are in the neighborhoods they cover every day building relationships over time with neighbors. We believe this ground-level approach not only builds community but leads to a more accurate portrayal of a neighborhood.Stories that matter to you — every daySince our launch seven years ago, we've published more than 30,000 stories from the neighborhoods, covered hundreds of community meetings and send daily and neighborhood newsletters to more than 150,000 Chicagoans. We've built this loyalty by proving to folks we are not only covering their neighborhoods, we are a part of them. Some of us have internalized the national media's narrative of a broken Chicago. We aim to change that by celebrating our neighborhoods and chronicling the resilience of the people who fight every day to make Chicago a better place for all.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the case of a Unitarian Universalist employee who went against her company and what she claimed. Patrick shares how the company was challenged, the Pope commenting on AI and seeking religious exemptions in general. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call 312-332-7800.
Patrick Dolan, COO of the Out of Home Advertising Association of America (OAAA), joins Ari Paparo to discuss the rapid evolution of out-of-home advertising. From digital billboards and programmatic buying to retail media integration, CTV convergence, measurement challenges, and the growing role of AI, Patrick explains why out-of-home is experiencing renewed growth and how marketers can take advantage of its expanding capabilities. Takeaways OOH has grown for 19 consecutive quarters and continues to set revenue records. Digital OOH now represents 36% of total OOH revenue. Programmatic buying is making OOH more accessible to modern marketers. Retail media and OOH are increasingly converging around the path to purchase. Measurement standards continue to evolve with industry collaboration. CTV and OOH are creating new hybrid advertising opportunities. AI is improving workflows, planning, and campaign execution across OOH. National advertisers increasingly view OOH as part of omnichannel campaigns. Standardization and taxonomy remain key industry priorities. OOH benefits from strong real-world visibility and consumer attention. Chapters 00:00 Cannes Travel & AdTech Tuxedo Discussion07:18 Introduction to Patrick Dolan and OOH Advertising09:20 What OOH, DOOH, and Industry Acronyms Mean10:54 Current State of the OOH Industry12:11 Digital OOH Growth and Programmatic Adoption15:02 How Advertisers Buy and Plan OOH Campaigns15:58 Measurement Challenges and Attribution18:03 The Convergence of OOH and Connected TV19:48 Retail Media's Expanding Role in OOH22:11 Connecting In-Store and Out-of-Store Media24:11 AI's Impact on OOH Advertising26:07 AI, Automation, and Workflow Improvements28:03 Lessons from Digital Advertising's Early Days30:01 The Future of AI and OOH30:51 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks Guests: Ari Paparo, Patrick Dolan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jair Martinez, Chief Commercial Officer at Finacity, joins host Patrick Dolan to discuss cross-border trade receivables financings and securitizations. Jair covers how these deals are typically structured, the complexities that come with operating across borders, how to manage the key risks involved and the trends shaping the market's future. Listen and subscribe to the Securitization Insight podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your preferred podcast app.
Karen Conti welcomes her law partner at Conti & Dolan, employment lawyer Patrick Dolan, to the show to talk about current legal news stories. They discuss potential cell phone bans in schools and whether such bans create safety concerns, Ryne Sandberg’s children suing their stepmother, Margaret Sandberg, over mishandling of his trust, and a crazy […]
On this airing of Let's Get Legal, the duo of Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan and Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Leonard join Jon Hansen. Michael Leonard talks about the Broadview 6 trial and the allegation of misconduct before the grand jury. Patrick Dolan covers work-from-home job scams that workers should be careful of. For more information on Patrick Dolan, visit contidolanlaw.com For […]
Stefan Reisinger, partner in our Washington, DC office, joins host Patrick Dolan to examine tariff refund claims. Stefan covers eligibility requirements, explains who may be entitled to refunds and outlines what businesses need to know when filing a claim. Listen and subscribe to the Securitization Insight podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your preferred podcast app.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how AI is affecting the workplace. Is Claude helping or hindering employees? Patrick and Jon chat about this and more. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call 312-332-7800.
Introducing 'Sidebar', a podcast featuring Chicago lawyers discussing important legal discussions and issues. Employment lawyer Patrick Dolan and federal defense attorney Mike Leonard will join host Jon Hansen every other Saturday. This week, Mike Leonard discusses the potential of ICE agents facing local charges after Operation 'Midway Blitz' and Patrick Dolan weighs in on local laws protecting workers from AI bias during the hiring process. Host - Jon Hansen Guests: Mike Leonard, Federal Defense Attorney Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HEREWho we areBlock Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable, relevant and nonpartisan coverage of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods. We believe all neighborhoods deserve to be covered in a meaningful way.We amplify positive stories, cover development and local school council meetings and serve as watchdogs in neighborhoods often ostracized by traditional news media.Ground-level coverageOur neighborhood-based reporters don't parachute in once to cover a story. They are in the neighborhoods they cover every day building relationships over time with neighbors. We believe this ground-level approach not only builds community but leads to a more accurate portrayal of a neighborhood.Stories that matter to you — every daySince our launch seven years ago, we've published more than 30,000 stories from the neighborhoods, covered hundreds of community meetings and send daily and neighborhood newsletters to more than 150,000 Chicagoans. We've built this loyalty by proving to folks we are not only covering their neighborhoods, we are a part of them. Some of us have internalized the national media's narrative of a broken Chicago. We aim to change that by celebrating our neighborhoods and chronicling the resilience of the people who fight every day to make Chicago a better place for all.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to talk about what’s trending in employment law. Patrick talks about how the Illinois Supreme Court is expanding compensable pre‑ and post‑shift time. The two break down what this means for workers and more. To learn more about how Patrick […]
Mike Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers and employment lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan join WGN Radio's Jon Hansen to answer all listeners' legal questions. Also joining the team is retired Judge Patrick J. Sherlock, who will discuss his time on the bench and how he approached every case. For more information on Leonard Trial Lawyers, visit www.leonardtriallawyers.com or call 312-872-8495. […]
Eric Silberstein Lerner, partner at Ritch Mueller, joins host Patrick Dolan to discuss securitizations in the Mexican market, including the typical transaction structure and the types of securities issued. Eric provides an overview of the legal considerations that arise under Mexican law, and the challenges market participants may face.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss all things employment law. Patrick talks about age discrimination, trades, and phone usage reimbursements. He also talks about unfair vs illegal treatment. To learn more about how Patrick can help you, call him at 1-312-332-7800 or visit contidolanlaw.com.
Brendan Kennedy, Partner at Arthur Cox, joins host Patrick Dolan to discuss the securitization market in Ireland. Brendan covers the fundamentals of Irish securitization including tax implications, the regulatory framework and the parties typically involved in these transactions. Listen and subscribe to the Securitization Insight podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your preferred podcast app.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss all things employment law. Patrick talks about the cases that he’s bringing forward for discrimination and retaliation in the workplace. He also talks about unfair vs illegal treatment. To learn more about how Patrick can help you, call him at 1-312-332-7800 or visit […]
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss all things employment law. As always, Dolan answers questions from listeners.
Employment lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss today's mixed job market, non-compete agreements, worker misclassification and take listener questions.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss all things employment law. As always, Dolan answers questions from listeners.
Dallin Merrell, Head of Policy at Structured Finance Association (SFA), joins host Patrick Dolan to discuss the fraud task force that was recently launched by the SFA. Listen and subscribe to the Securitization Insight podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your preferred podcast app.
Julie Lokun and Dominick Domasky join Karen Conti and Patrick Dolan to talk about Cre8tive Con and how it helps entrepreneurs succeed. Julie and Dominick discuss roadblocks halting entrepreneurs, how to help people find their passions, and who benefits from this convention.
Child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr. Jenna Saul joins Karen Conti and Patrick Dolan to discuss two high-profile domestic violence murder cases with Chicago ties and the major red flags to watch for in a relationship. The first case looks at a lawyer accused of throwing his wife down the stairs of a condo in the […]
Retired lawyer and Sports Illustrated and ESPN author Lester Munson joins Karen Conti and Patrick Dolan to discuss current legal issues in the sports world. Lester talks about the latest sports point-shaving scandal, sports betting by athletes, the possible move of the Chicago Bears out of Chicago, and the new NCAA rules regarding paying college athletes.
Dan Herbert, former Chicago Police officer and now lawyer, joins Karen Conti and Patrick Dolan to talk about the acquittal of a police officer in the Uvalde school shooting and the legality of the shooting of Renee Good by ICE agents in Minneapolis.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss all things employment law. Listen in while Patrick stresses the importance of knowing what your rights are as an employee. To learn more about how Patrick can help you, call him at 1-312-332-7800 or visit contidolanlaw.com.
Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers and Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti & Dolan join Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal. They discuss the Supreme Court, the differences between civil and criminal trials, and more. Plus, the trio answers listeners’ legal questions. Reach Michael Leonard at 312-380-6559 or Patrick Dolan at […]
New Article 12 of the New York Uniform Commercial Code Edwin E. Smith, Senior Consultant at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, joins host Patrick Dolan to review New York's new Article 12 of the Uniform Commercial Code. Edwin covers how Article 12 sets the rules for handling digital assets, highlights the differences between cryptocurrencies and government‑backed digital money, and explains the key terminology and transition rules introduced by Article 12.
Lewis Cohen, Partner at Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP, joins host Patrick Dolan to review the recent regulatory and enforcement developments for digital assets and distributed ledger technology (DLT) including the role of stablecoins in banking, oversight by the SEC and CFTC and the integration of digital assets into financial services.
Employment lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss holiday festivities in the workplace and the reason you should be asking why after being laid off. Plus, September job numbers and how AI will affect the workplace.
Rick Antonoff, Partner at Chapman and Cutler and David Rosenzweig, Partner in our New York restructuring practice join host Patrick Dolan to discuss the role of independent directors and managers in structured finance and securitization. Our guests will also explore how these roles have impacted the First Brands bankruptcy.
Ann Lipton, professor at Colorado Law, joins host Patrick Dolan to discuss President Trump's proposal to shift corporate earnings reports from a quarterly to a semiannual schedule. Explore the history of reporting, alternatives to full elimination and hear Ann's insights into the potential benefits and drawbacks of the proposed change.Listen and subscribe to the Securitization Insight podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast app.
Don Layton, Senior Visiting Fellow at the NYU Furman Center, joins host Patrick Dolan to discuss GSE reform. Don shares his insight on the evolving landscape of GSEs and the path toward reform, including governance structures, shareholder rights and the viability of their business model. Additionally, we discuss what it may look like for GSEs as they move to exit conservatorship, the realities around launching an IPO and the ongoing oversight of federal regulation.
Andrew Lom, US Head of Financial Services and Global Head of Private Wealth in the New York office, joins host Patrick Dolan to discuss how tokenization is reshaping asset-backed finance. Andrew shares insights into how the foundational components of tokenization work together to reduce costs, boost transparency and accelerate settlement through near-instant transactions. We also examine the potential impact of the GENIUS Act and CLARITY Act on driving broader adoption of tokenization.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen on this Labor Day weekend to discuss employment law. Patrick answers listener questions about furlough, arbitration agreements, and being put on administrative leave. Additionally, they discuss labor unions’ workplace protections and the benefits of taking days off.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss workplace bonuses. Do they cause problems in the workplace? Patrick discusses how companies typically manage bonuses, the Illinois law surrounding them, and the expectations associated with them. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call 312-332-7800.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss employment law, listener questions, and rehashing their discussion about a recent memo sent to employees from the AT&T CEO.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the recent memo sent to employees from the AT&T CEO. Patrick also takes questions from listeners about workplace harassment, commissions, and more. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call 312-332-7800.
Chris Killian, Managing Director, Corporate Credit and Securitization at SIFMA, joins host Patrick Dolan to discuss compliance programs in relation to SEC Rule 192. They focus on the impact of clause (a)(3)(iii) and the SEC's no-action relief issued on May 16, 2025.Listen and subscribe to the Securitization Insight podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast app.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to talk about drug policies at work, suing employees, being investigated at work, and answer listener questions. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call (312) 332-7800.
Michael Leonard, Federal Defense Attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss criminal actions at work, right to counsel during investigations, why you should ask for a lawyer, and more. For more information, call 312-380-6559. Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, also chimes in about cross-examinations.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Lisa Dent to discuss workplace relationship ethics. After a viral video showing two Astronomer employees caught apparently having an affair at a Coldplay concert, Dolan shares what people should do if they are dating a co-worker.
Pratik Gupta, Managing Director and Head of Global CLOs and US RMBS Strategy at BofA Securities, joins host Patrick Dolan to discuss the CLO market, covering the key factors that shaped 2024 and the outlook for 2025. Pratik walks us through how syndicated and private credit is reshaping the landscape, the growth of the ETF market and the evolving buyer base.Listen and subscribe to the Securitization Insight podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast app.
Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss a couple that’s made the news for their allegedly exposed workplace relationship at a Coldplay concert. Federal Defense Attorney, Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers, also joins the two to discuss the fallout from the Diddy trial and […]
Keith Martin, co-head of projects, United States at Norton Rose Fulbright, joins host Patrick Dolan to discuss the recently signed budget reconciliation bill, referred to as the ‘Big Beautiful Bill.' Keith provides his insight on the implications of the bill, including whether the legislation has accelerated the push to launch renewable energy projects before the deadlines in 2025 and 2026, how changes to technology-neutral tax credits may shift incentives and what the new Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) rules mean for sourcing and compliance. We also cover the executive order issued shortly after the bill, examining how stricter enforcement directives may complicate timelines and increase regulatory uncertainty for developers.
On this airing of Let’s Get Legal, Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers and Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer of Conti & Dolan, join Jon Hansen. Michael Leonard breaks down the latest trending cases and the issue of birthright citizenship. Patrick Dolan discusses mental health leave and PTSD at work. And, Mildred V. Palmer, Founding Partner […]
Join Christine Dalton, Director, S&P Global and host Patrick Dolan for a deep dive into the growing interest in music securitization. This episode unpacks the music assets involved, the qualities that define strong music investments and the key characteristics of a well-structured securitized pool while also exploring the risks associated with these transactions. We also discuss the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on music valuation and the music industry's outlook amid global uncertainty.Listen and subscribe to the Securitization Insight podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast app
Derek Moran, Senior Vice President of US RMBS Ratings at Morningstar DBRS, joins host Patrick Dolan to explore home equity sharing agreements, their repayment structures, fees and how they compare to HELOCs. The discussion highlights key risks and increasing regulatory attention under the Trump Administration's CFPB.Listen and subscribe to the Securitization Insight podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast app.
Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan, Founding Partner of Conti and Dolan, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest employment news. Patrick also answers questions from listeners about 401(k) plans, guaranteed payouts in contracts, and more. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call 312-332-7800.
Fred Perreten, Managing Director of CMBS at KBRA, joins host Patrick Dolan to discuss the current landscape of the data center securitization market. We examine the market's performance in 2024, discuss potential shifts in 2025 under the Trump Administration, and break down the ratings criteria that play a role in these unique transactions.Listen and subscribe to the Securitization Insight podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast app.
Mike Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers and employment lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan join WGN Radio’s Jon Hansen to answer all listeners’ legal questions. Mike and Patrick discuss class action lawsuits, Governor JB Pritzker’s Paid Leave Act, whistleblower settlements, and many other legal topics.
Jon Hansen is joined by lawyers Patrick Dolan and Michael Leonard on this airing of Let’s Get Legal! Patrick Dolan, an employment lawyer at Conti & Dolan, discusses leaving a job, unlimited PTO, and getting fired while on maternity leave. Michael Leonard, a trial lawyer at Leonard Trial Lawyers, discusses the credibility of an alibi witness […]