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Palm Beach Outlets Announces Opening of Perry Ellis
Palm Beach Outlets (PalmBeachOutlets.com) has announced the opening of Perry Ellis, featuring versatile clothing for the modern man. Perry Ellis is best known for approachable designs that merge style and comfort. The Perry Ellis fashion brand was born from Perry Ellis the man, a forward-thinking designer who believed that fashion should never be taken too seriously. Patterns, pops of color, new shapes, and never-before-seen styles have been the brand’s trademarks, rewriting the rules and redefining
Palm Beach Outlets Announces Original Penguin® Now Open
Palm Beach Outlets (PalmBeachOutlets.com) has announced the opening of Original Penguin®, a beloved American sportswear brand featuring a diverse range of lifestyle fashions and accessories. Original Penguin showcases modern clothing, footwear, and eyewear classics. “Our shoppers will enjoy Original Penguin’s timeless, yet playful, looks,” says Trina Holmsted, Marketing Director of Palm Beach Outlets. “The retailer is a great addition to Palm Beach Outlets many fashion offerings,” she adds. Original
Mounts Botanical Garden Showcases Custom Designed 22-Foot Holiday Bromeliad Tree at Palm Beach Outlets
Palm Beach Outlets (PalmBeachOutlets.com) will showcase the 22-foot Holiday Bromeliad Tree in partnership with Mounts Botanical Garden in center court for the holiday season. Custom designed and installed by Mounts Botanical Garden in collaboration with the Bromeliad Society of the Palm Beaches, the holiday tree will feature the Fireball Bromeliad and Amplas Bromeliad. The tree will consist of 1,000 bromeliads uniquely assembled into a magnificent, tropical holiday centerpiece for Palm Beach Outlets.
Tax Talk with Anne M. Gannon, Constitutional Tax Collector
Dear Friends: It goes without saying that 2021 was another challenging year as we continued to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. With the availability of vaccines and more and more people getting vaccinated, we are hopefully seeing the results as fewer cases, hospitalizations, and deaths are reported. I am hopeful that 2022 will continue this trend and COVID-19 will not be the driving force of how we live our lives. Through it all, my focus has been and will remain the health and safety of my employees
Webauthor Launches SAMIS 3.0 to support children and families across Florida
Since 2015, Webauthor has served as the technology partner to the Florida Children’s Council for the Services and Activities Management Information System (SAMIS). The system is accessed and used by more than 1,200 separate organizations across Florida and increases the efficiency of the financial and program data transferred between large funders and the organizations they fund. Each year, approximately 1,000 programs are administered, and more than $400 million dollars, are processed through
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Ideal Nutrition to Expand in Palm Beach County
November 16, 2021 – West Palm Beach, FL – The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County (BDB) is pleased to announce that Ideal Nutrition, a healthy meal delivery company, will expand in West Palm Beach. The company will create 170 new jobs at the new 43,000 sq. ft. facility located at 350 Haverhill Road. Founded in Palm Beach County in 2016, Ideal Nutrition has grown to four storefront locations spanning from Boca Raton up to Palm Beach Gardens. The distribution facility in West Palm Beach will
Lewis, Longman & Walker Recognized Among 2022 “Best Law Firms”
Florida law firm Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A. has been recognized among 2022 “Best Law Firms” byU.S. News & World Report. The LLW offices that received “Tier 1” rankings are:Jacksonville – Environmental LawTallahassee – Environmental Law; Environmental Litigation and Natural Resources LawWest Palm Beach – Environmental Law and Environmental LitigationRankings are determined by a combination of hard data, peer reviews and client assessments. Best Law Firms® lists are excerpted in a wide range of general
Lewis, Longman & Walker Attorney Kathryn Rossmell Named an Honoree of South Florida Business & Wealth 2021 Legal Awards
Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A. attorney Kathryn Rossmell has been named an honoree of South Florida Business & Wealth Magazine’s first annual Legal Awards. Kathryn is one of only two attorneys to win an award in the Junior Associate category. SFBW legal awards celebrate the accomplishments, acumen and dedication of “top-flight attorneys” in the region. Kathryn was presented with the award last night at the Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale. Kathryn will be featured alongside other award
Hedrick Brothers Construction Selected for New Palm Beach Riverstone Apartment Community
Hedrick Brothers Construction has been selected by 374 Palm Beach LLC, a subsidiary of American Group, Los Angeles, CA to provide construction management services for the new Palm Beach RiverStone at 2350 45th Street, West Palm Beach, FL. Construction is underway for the eight-story apartment building and six-level parking garage. The Class A apartment community will include 374 studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments with balconies and first floor fenced garden yards; a dog spa/grooming area;
Tax Collector Gannon Announces Property Tax Bill Distribution
Constitutional Tax Collector Anne M. Gannon announced today that property tax bills to Palm Beach County property owners will start to arrive in mailboxes beginning November 1. This year, more than 609,000 individual property tax bills are being sent. Property taxes collected this year, which are expected to be more than $4 billion, will fund critical public services throughout the county, including the school and healthcare districts, fire rescue services, municipal parks and libraries, among other
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Building your Business
Ideal Nutrition For immediate release: 11/1/2021 Building your Business Ideal Nutrition will be sponsoring a breakfast for the Chamber of Commerce Friday, November 19th from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. It will be at the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches. This will be a business builder breakfast, teaching you how the Chamber can help build your business. Attendees can build their contacts by finding new clients and networking. People will be introduced to the Chamber staff so they can create a
Jones Foster Adds Attorneys to Litigation and Real Estate Practice Groups
Jones Foster is pleased to announce the addition of two attorneys, Hanna B. Rubin and John J. Campo. Hanna Rubin has joined the Firm’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice group and will be based in the West Palm Beach office and John Campo has joined the Real Estate practice group and will work out of both the West Palm Beach and Palm Beach offices.“Hanna and John are talented attorneys, and we are pleased to have them rejoin the Firm following their participation in our Summer Associate Program last
Helping Women Succeed is an Everyday Mission for LLW Attorney Kathryn Rossmell
September 17, 2021 – When it comes to inspiring and supporting women in the workforce to achieve their full potential, Kathryn Rossmell makes that mission an integral part of her professional and personal life every day. That deeply embedded commitment has now brought Rossmell well-deserved recognition as a finalist for the 2021 ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches. The award celebrates emerging women leaders 40 years of age or younger who
EAU PALM BEACH RESORT & SPA ANNOUNCES MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR RE-IMAGINATION TO ITS CULINARY OUTLETS AND SOCIAL SPACES THIS YEAR
EAU PALM BEACH RESORT & SPA ANNOUNCES MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR RE-IMAGINATION TO ITS CULINARY OUTLETS AND SOCIAL SPACES THIS YEARThe new look fuses vintage Palm Beach glamour with forward-thinking sophistication for a dynamic offering in America’s first resort destination PALM BEACH, Fla., (August 31, 2021) -Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, a luxury oceanside retreat on Florida’s Gold Coast, announces today an extensive, multi-million-dollar re-imagination to its social spaces. The award-winning resort will see a
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Jones Foster Attorneys Named 2021 “Top Lawyers” by Palm Beach Illustrated
Jones Foster is proud to announce that 13 attorneys have been recognized on Palm Beach Illustrated’s 2021 “Top Lawyers” list. Honorees are chosen as the result of a peer-review survey by Professional Research Services on behalf of the Palm Beach Media Group (PBMG), the parent company of Palm Beach Illustrated. Licensed attorneys practicing within Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties were polled to offer their recommendations for the top legal practitioners in the area across
LLW President Michelle Diffenderfer Elected Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Environment, Energy, and Resources
Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A. President and Shareholder Michelle Diffenderfer was recently elected Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Environment, Energy, and Resources (ABA SEER). She will serve a one-year term, through August 2022. “I am excited and honored to be named Chair of the Section. I grew up as an environmental lawyer in SEER and am thrilled to be able to give back to the Section that provided me with mentoring, leadership experience and so many friends through the years,” said
Jones Foster Shareholder Theodore S. Kypreos Serves as Featured Speaker at Miami-Dade Bar Continuing Legal Education Webinar
Jones Foster Litigation Shareholder Theodore S. Kypreos served as a featured speaker at the Miami-Dade Bar Probate and Guardianship Committee’s monthly continuing legal education (CLE) webinar. Theo’s presentation “Recent Developments & Common Pitfalls in the Creditors’ Claims Process” discussed specific timelines and procedures that creditors must follow to ensure their claims against an estate are valid and enforceable; the responsibilities of a personal representative in regard to a claim; and the
Board Members, New Leaders and Award Recipients Announced During Jewish Federation's Annual Meeting
During Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County recent annual meeting, nearly 400 guests came together via Zoom to hear about the state of the Jewish community as well as congratulate several new Board members, new appointments and to honor distinguished award recipients. The following individuals have been appointed and added to Federation’s Board of Directors for the 2021-2022 term: Nancy Beren, Barry Berg, Roslyn Leopold, Betsy Sheer, Scott Holtz and Amy Terwilleger. Additional key appointments at
Lewis, Longman & Walker Receives “Band 1” Ranking in Environmental Law by Chambers and Partners
For the 13th year in a row, Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A. (LLW) has been recognized by Chambers and Partners with a Band 1 ranking in Environmental Law. LLW is one of only four law firms in Florida to receive this top-tier ranking. Additionally, four shareholders from LLW have been recognized as leaders in environmental law in the Guide: Terry E. Lewis, R. Steven Lewis, Stephen A. Walker and Alfred J. Malefatto. Chambers and Partners is one of the world’s most respected and longest-standing directories
Jones Foster Attorney Kelly A. Gardner Serves as Co-Moderator at 2021 PBCBA Bench Bar Virtual Conference Session
Litigation and Private Wealth attorney, Kelly A. Gardner, served as a co-moderator and co-chair of the Palm Beach County Bar Association’s (PBCBA) virtual Bench Bar Conference Probate and Guardianship Session. The combined session was geared to lawyers and paralegals interested in probate, trust, and guardianship practice, and offered attendees an introduction to current Probate and Guardianship Division Circuit Judges, including the Honorable Dina Keever-Agrama, Honorable James Martz, Honorable Scott
Jones Foster Appoints Shareholder Roberto M. Vargas to Vice Chair, Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice Group
Jones Foster is pleased to announce that Litigation Shareholder Roberto M. Vargas has been named Vice Chair of the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice Group. Rob will work closely with Litigation Practice Group Leader, Robert W. Wilkins, providing leadership to the expanding litigation team as well as establishing priorities, strategy, and fostering further growth. “Our litigation department offers a wide array of services and specialties and we believe that the decades of experience and proven
Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A. Promotes Jeffrey C. Boes to Chief Information Officer
Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A. is pleased to announce the promotion of Jeffrey C. Boes to Chief Information Officer. Jeffrey (“Jeff”) will be celebrating his 12th year with LLW next week. When asked about what he finds most rewarding about his career choice, he answers without hesitation “I like helping others become more efficient with technology—which allows them to be the best at what they do.” In March of 2020, Jeff quickly and seamlessly transitioned every single LLW employee across the state
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Getting Comfortable with Electronic Signings
Enforceability of E-Signatures, E-Notarization and E-Witnesses in Florida Transactions By L. Benton Alexander, Jr. and Laura D. MaxwellThe current pandemic has made obtaining original signatures and having documents witnessed and notarized difficult, if not impossible at times. This has particularly affected real estate transactions in Florida, where, like other states, certain documents must be witnessed and notarized to be recorded. Consequently, many are asking whether documents can be signed,
Jones Foster Expands Practice Groups with Two Attorneys
Jones Foster is pleased to announce the addition of two new attorneys, Laura D. Maxwell and Brittany E. Cobb, to the Firm’s West Palm Beach office. Laura Maxwell has joined the Real Estate practice group, while Brittany Cobb has joined the Firm’s Corporate & Tax and Private Wealth, Trusts & Estates practice groups. These hires denote the Firm’s resilience and commitment to its clients during a time of unprecedented adversity within the community and the nation. “Our continued emphasis on
Joanne M. O’Connor Serves as Moderator for Judges Panel at Palm Beach County Bar Association Webinar
Litigation Shareholder Joanne O’Connor served as co-moderator for the Palm Beach County Bar Association (PBCBA) webinar entitled, “Civility and Good Practice: Navigating Complex Cases During the Pandemic.” The webinar featured a distinguished panel of federal and state court judges, including U.S. District Judge Robin Rosenberg, U.S. Magistrate Judge Bruce Reinhart, Fifteenth Judicial Circuit Judge Glenn Kelley, and Fifteenth Judicial Circuit Judge Cymonie Rowe. Civility and good practice within the legal
Adapting Distressed M&A Due Diligence Practices in the Age of Covid-19
By Kevin T. Lamb, Corporate Law Senior Counsel and Hanna B. Rubin, Intern, 2020 Summer Associate Program In a year that has come to be defined in large part by a global pandemic, many businesses have faced challenges they were not prepared to weather. As a result, mergers and acquisitions involving distressed companies (commonly known as “distressed M&A”) have increasingly attracted the attention of legal and financial industries. Entities that “thrive” amidst the challenges “will have the opportunity to
Peter A. Sachs Appointed to Board of Directors for Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Firm Board Member and Litigation & Dispute Resolution Shareholder Peter A. Sachs has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County for a 3-year term. The Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County was founded in 1949 with a mission of providing equal access to our judicial system to qualified and low-income residents and non-profits in Palm Beach County. The range of services now offered to the community extends beyond the
Jones Foster’s Joanne M. O’Connor Appointed as Defendants’ Liaison Counsel in Zantac Multidistrict Litigation
Jones Foster Litigation Shareholder Joanne M. O’Connor has been appointed by U.S. District Judge Robin L. Rosenberg as Defendants’ Liaison Counsel in the Zantac (Ranitidine) multidistrict products liability litigation. As Defendants’ Liaison Counsel, Ms. O’Connor holds a pivotal leadership role as the point of contact for the transferee court, charged with expediting the resolution of complex litigation through the centralized distribution of information among and between defense counsel, the
Using Zoom to Stay Connected? Protect Your Privacy.
By Robert W. Wilkins, ShareholderWhat you need to know about protecting your privacy while working remotely. The impact of COVID-19 is being felt by individuals and businesses across the country, resulting in many of us working remotely and relying heavily on technology such as Zoom to stay connected. Zoom, the well-known video and web conferencing platform, has seen a sharp rise in use over the past few weeks with a growing number of individuals and professionals in all industries using the app. While
How The SECURE Act May Affect You and Your Beneficiaries
By David E. Bowers, William G. Smith, Erica R. Haft On December 20, 2019, President Trump signed legislation that contains provisions from the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act of 2019 (referred to as the “SECURE Act”). We have summarized below some key considerations and consequences. Significant Changes The SECURE Act alters how Individual Retirement Accounts (“IRAs”) are transferred upon the IRA holder’s death. Effective January 1, 2020, the SECURE Act changes IRA provisions,
Peter A. Sachs, Featured Speaker at the Planned Giving Council of Palm Beach County Event
Jones Foster Litigation Shareholder, Peter Sachs, was a featured speaker at the Planned Giving Council of Palm Beach County’s monthly breakfast meeting. The gathering provides a forum for members and guests to learn from prominent speakers in various industries and to network with professionals who have a role in designing and implementing philanthropic plans. Mr. Sach’s presentation, entitled, Understanding the Diminishing Capacity of Donors and Clients within Philanthropy, discussed the importance of
Get to Know Corporate & Tax and Private Client Attorney William G. Smith
Bill Smith, Firm Shareholder and a member of the Corporate & Tax and Private Client teams, concentrates his practice in the areas of estate planning, estate and trust administration, taxation, and corporate law. We sat down with Bill to discuss his practice here at Jones Foster, as well as some current issues that may impact clients. How do you describe your practice to non-attorneys? I concentrate my practice in the areas of estate planning, estate and trust administration, taxation, and corporate
Jones Foster Litigation Shareholder, Robert Wilkins, Authors PBCBA Article on Ephemeral Messaging App Risks
Client Litigation Risks When Using Ephemeral Messaging Apps By Robert W. Wilkins According to Merriam-Webster’s dictionary, ephemeral means “lasting a very short time.” A number of messaging apps are designed for this very purpose — to allow messages and photos to self-destruct. SnapChat, Confide, Telegram, Hash, Signal, Wickr and an ever-growing number of similar messaging apps promote themselves based on both the power of their end-to-end encryption and their ability to disappear without a trace. For
Jones Foster Litigation Shareholder Steven J. Rothman Joins Prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Litigation Shareholder, Steven Rothman, has been accepted into the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). Membership in ABOTA is by invitation-only and is considered to be one of the most prestigious affiliations for trial attorneys. All members must meet a list of professional requirements as well as extol the virtues of civility, integrity, and professionalism. The local Palm Beach Chapter of ABOTA is comprised of only 107 select members of the legal
Local Coffee Table Book Reveals Palm Beach County’s Love of Music
StarGroup Books, a locally based book production company, has released a hardcover coffee table book, entitled, Music & Memories: Palm Beach County 2020. The company solicited feedback from “community voices” late last year and received submissions from Palm Beach County residents and local music professionals in the form of thoughts, anecdotes, and insights, which are featured in the book and document the uniquely personal yet universal power of music. Music-related imagery is interspersed with the
Joanne M. O’Connor, Speaker at The Florida Bar Trial Lawyers Section Event
Litigation Shareholder Joanne O’Connor was a featured speaker at The Florida Bar Trial Lawyers Section’s Civil Trial Update & Board Certification CLE course. Her presentation, entitled ‘Recent Developments in Business Litigation’, discussed topics including; The Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practice Act (FDUTPA); the rise of the independent tort doctrine; proposals for settlement; and new developments in arbitration. The Trial Lawyers Section of The Florida Bar provides a forum for discussion
Understanding Your 2020 Long-Term Care Benefits
“When I sit down with a client, I look at the big picture. I consider the individual, their family situation, medical and emotional needs (short-term and long-term), possible government benefits available (Medicaid, Veterans benefits), tax implications, and then I assist in determining the best plan for their circumstances.” – Genny BernsteinElder Law is a complex and highly specialized area of practice that requires a comprehensive understanding of both State and Federal Laws in addition to the ability to
Get to Know Land Use & Governmental Attorney Thomas J. Baird
Thomas J. Baird, Land Use & Governmental Practice Group Co-Chair, is a Florida Bar Board Certified specialist in City, County, and Local Government Law, and is certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners as a land use planner. We sat down with Tom to get a little more information about his background and his practice here at Jones Foster. How do you describe your practice to non-attorneys? A large part of my practice involves the representation of municipalities and other governmental
Construction Defense 101 – It’s All About the Budget
By Robert W. Wilkins Best practices for defense counsel when working with insurance adjusters in construction cases A typical construction project involves the owner, the design professionals (architects and engineers), the general contractor, and numerous subcontractors. When something goes wrong and litigation ensues, there are many potential defendants. Which of these defendants you represent affects how you evaluate your litigation strategy. Regardless whom you represent, one challenge is universal:
Jones Foster Launches New Community Program
Jones Foster Impact, a firmwide community program, was announced this week by the Board of Directors. Jones Foster Impact will offer all employees a platform to collaborate, engage, and collectively impact the community through efforts designed to support local charitable organizations. Board Member and Litigation Shareholder, Theo Kypreos, expects that many positive outcomes will result from this initiative. “I am personally very excited about Jones Foster Impact. For almost a century, our Firm and
Dixie Vodka Secures Multi-Year NASCAR Partnership as First “Official Vodka”
Jones Foster Corporate attorney, Kevin T. Lamb, represented Grain & Barrel Spirits brand, Dixie Vodka, in a multi-year sponsorship deal as the first official vodka of NASCAR. A certified South Carolina product, Dixie Vodka is the largest premium craft vodka produced in the Southeast and is one of the fastest-growing spirit brands in the United States. The NASCAR partnership represents a major branding initiative to expand its market presence by aligning with the iconic sports league and its fervent fan
John C. Randolph Receives Proclamation from the Mayor of the Town of Palm Beach
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Land Use and Governmental Shareholder, John “Skip” Randolph, has received a Proclamation of the Mayor of the Town of Palm Beach, Gail Coniglio, in appreciation of his 40 years of service to the Town of Palm Beach. Mayor Coniglio proclaimed the date of December 11, 2019, a day of gratitude for his outstanding commitment to the community.Mr. Randolph began his service to the Town of Palm Beach on September 19, 1979, and during his tenure as Town Attorney, he
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Get to Know Litigation Attorney Peter Sachs
Peter Sachs, Litigation Shareholder and the 2020 Best Lawyers in America "Lawyer of the Year" for Trusts & Estates Litigation in West Palm Beach, represents individuals and institutions in the prosecution and defense of complex trust and estate, guardianship, and commercial litigation matters. Peter is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, a Florida Bar Board Certified Civil Trial and Business Litigation specialist, and is certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. We sat down with
VERDEX CONSTRUCTION RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS INDUSTRY AWARD FOR CENTRAL GARDENS GRAND APARTMENTS
West Palm Beach, Fla. – (November 12, 2019) – For the third consecutive year, West Palm Beach-based Verdex Construction has been named a recipient of the prestigious Eagle Award from the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Florida East Coast Chapter at their 2019 Excellence in Construction Awards. The Eagle Award, given to best-in-class projects, was presented to Verdex for Central Gardens Grand apartments in Palm Beach Gardens in the highly-competitive category of Best Market Rate Rental project ($20
Scott G. Hawkins Reflects on Role as Former Florida Bar President
PRESIDENTIAL PERSPECTIVES: SCOTT HAWKINS, 2011-12This article was first published on FloridaBar.org, October 10, 2019 As part of a project to document the history of The Florida Bar, the former presidents were asked to comment on the same three questions.Q: How would you like to be remembered as a lawyer and a former Bar president? Hawkins: The opportunity to serve as president of The Florida Bar was a much “richer” experience than I anticipated. Certainly, the opportunities to speak across the state
Upcoming Music & Memories: Palm Beach County Book to Include Foreword by Philanthropist and Arts Patron, Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr.
Photo: L-R, Don McClintock, Brenda Star, Alexander J. Dreyfoos, Jr. West Palm Beach, November 11, 2019 – West Palm Beach-based philanthropist and Arts patron, Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr., will contribute his thoughts on the significance of music and its impact on the community, in an upcoming coffee table book being produced by StarGroup Books, entitled, Music & Memories: Palm Beach County. Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr. is one of the most prominent and notable patrons of the Arts in Palm Beach County. In
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Kelly A. Gardner Appointed Chair of Arts4All Florida – Palm Beach County Steering Committee
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Litigation and Private Client Attorney, Kelly A. Gardner, has been appointed Chair of the Arts4All Florida - Palm Beach County (A4AFL-PBC) Steering Committee for a 2-year term. Kelly has been involved with A4AFL-PBC for several years as a member of the Fundraising Committee for the organization’s annual golf tournament, and previously served as Vice-Chair of the Steering Committee. A4AFL-PBC is a non-profit and currently serves 1,800 Palm Beach County children and
Nelson Mullins and Broad and Cassel to Combine Into Super-Regional Law Firm
Combined Firm to Have Over 725 Attorneys Across 11 States and the District of Columbia Columbia, SC (June 11, 2018): Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP and Broad and Cassel LLP announced today that both partnerships have approved an agreement to combine effective August 1, 2018, to be known in Florida as Nelson Mullins Broad and Cassel. Both firms’ partnerships voted overwhelmingly to approve the combination, which will create a firm with over 725 attorneys and professionals operating in 25 offices
Akerman Ranked by U.S. News – Best Lawyers Among ‘Best Law Firms’ Nationally with Record Number of Tier 1 Rankings
Firm Again Achieves Top Rankings in Corporate, M&A, Real Estate, and Litigation Practice Areas Top 100 U.S. law firm Akerman has once again been recognized by U.S. News – Best Lawyers as among the “Best Law Firms” in the United States. The firm earned a record 35 national practice rankings, recognized for its corporate, real estate, and litigation teams, among others. The firm also increased its national Tier 1 rankings to 16 practice areas, including Corporate, Mergers & Acquisitions, Real Estate,
Broad and Cassel Among 2018 Best Law Firms by U.S. News – Best Lawyers®
ORLANDO, Fla. (Nov. 2, 2017) — Statewide law firm Broad and Cassel LLP today announced it has been named among the 2018 “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News – Best Lawyers®. The annual rankings recognize the top law firms in the country for professional excellence. Ranked firms are presented in tiers and listed on a national and/or metropolitan scale. Broad and Cassel saw seven national and numerous regional rankings throughout the state. National RankingsCommercial LitigationHealth Care LawLand Use & Zoning
28 South Florida Attorneys from Broad and Cassel Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2018, Two Selected as Lawyers of the Year
SOUTH FLORIDA (Sept. 6, 2017) — Statewide law firm Broad and Cassel LLP today announced 28 attorneys from the firm’s four South Florida offices have been included in The Best Lawyers in America® 2018. In total, 45 of the firm’s attorneys were recognized from six offices across the state. Additionally, two South Florida attorneys were named a “Lawyer of the Year,” a designation held by only one attorney in each region for that specific practice area. South Florida attorneys named a “Lawyer of the Year”
