Posts by Gerry LeoneSpecial CounselGerry is co-head of Hunton’s higher education and private schools practice and a collaborative team leader with broad-based public, governmental, and private practice experience, including in niche special situations that ...
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July 7, 2025
On Tuesday, July 1, FTC Chair Andrew N. Ferguson, issued a statement designating July as “Made in the USA” month.
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