Burr & Forman Podcast

On this recording of the Burr Morning Show, attorneys Jon Gumbel and Nafela Helou discuss critical policies that should be considered for employee handbook and policy revisions with the start of the new year. Audio starts at the 1:10 mark.

On this episode of the Burr Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Podcast, Burr Partner and Team Leader India Vincent, CIPP/US focuses on the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act, or COPPA. While there are probably many of you who view COPPA as old news in light of the various new consumer privacy laws that have popped up in the past few years, it is important not to lose sight of the specific requirements that protect private information of children under the age of 13.This series is designed to provide a high-level overview of what businesses and industry professionals need to know about cybersecurity and data privacy issues. We cover topics, trends, and developments while also discussing the fundamentals of the law.

On this episode, Burr Partner Elizabeth B. Shirley, CIPP/US, CIPM discussed a summary and comparison of U.S. Data Privacy Laws since the enactment of California's CCPA and CPRA, which we examined in the first episode of our show.Podcast SeriesThis series is designed to provide a high-level overview of what businesses and industry professionals need to know about cybersecurity and data privacy issues. We cover topics, trends, and developments while also discussing the fundamentals of the law.

The Burr Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Podcast is dedicated to keeping businesses and industry professionals in-the-know about Cybersecurity and Data Privacy issues. The team covers topics, trends, and developments in Cybersecurity and Data Privacy, while also discussing the fundamentals of the law.In this episode, Associate Brenton Thompson discusses the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, which is typically referred to as GLBA, and the new rules from the Federal Trade Commission, or the FTC, that amend GLBA privacy rules. 

In this episode, Partner Kelli Carpenter Fleming discusses HIPAA, and more specifically, what health care entities and their business associates need to know to adhere to the breach notification requirements in the event of a cyber attack

The Burr Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Podcast is dedicated to keeping businesses and industry professionals in-the-know about Cybersecurity and Data Privacy issues. The team covers topics, trends, and developments in Cybersecurity and Data Privacy, while also discussing the fundamentals of the law.In this episode, Partner Elizabeth B. Shirley, CIPP/US, CIPM discusses recent and upcoming changes in state privacy laws.

Chief Diversity Officer Tamika Walters invites three of our pre-law interns to share their experience in Burr & Forman's 2022 Pre-Law Program. Interns Emma Welch, Ishita Singh, and Tyger Quarles share their highlights of this year's program, including opportunities of hands-on experience, networking, mentorship, and more.

In episode five of the Immigration Insights podcast series, host Melissa Azallion Kenny discusses travel considerations particularly for international employees that may need to return to the U.S. to resume their jobs, or enter for the first time after the COVID-19 pandemic. Immigration Insights is a weekly podcast hosted by Melissa Azallion Kenny, a partner in the firm's Hilton Head office.

In episode four of the Immigration Insights podcast series, host Melissa Azallion Kenny discusses potential complications with an employee's immigration status when a foreign passport is coming up for expiration. Immigration Insights is a weekly podcast hosted by Melissa Azallion Kenny, a partner in the firm's Hilton Head office.

In the third episode of the Immigration Insights podcast, host Melissa Azallion Kenny discusses the H1-B Visa program and some alternatives for employers if their particular H1-B case was not selected for the fiscal year 2022 cap. Immigration Insights is a weekly podcast hosted by Melissa Azallion Kenny, a partner in the firm's Hilton Head office.

In the second episode of Burr & Forman's Immigration Insights podcast, host Melissa Azallion Kenny provides listeners with updates on the International Entrepreneur Parole Program and the suspension of biometric fees for dependent applicants.   Immigration Insights is a weekly podcast hosted by Melissa Azallion Kenny, a partner in the firm's Hilton Head office.

With the 2021-2022 school year around the corner, Melissa Azallion Kenny of Burr & Forman LLP has put together a podcast for public school districts interested in using the H-1B visa strategy for teacher shortage occupations. Ms. Kenny addresses key tips and strategies for H-1B filings. This episode is an update from Melissa and Jonathan Eggert's article titled, "School District Update: Hiring H-1B Teachers in 2019-2020." This podcast is hosted by Melissa Azallion Kenny, a partner in the firm's Hilton Head office.  

In this episode of the Burr & Forman podcast, partner Ty Roofner is joined by José Alejandro Torres, Infrastructure & PPP Partner with Posse Herrera Ruiz, to discuss infrastructure trends, 5G concessions and the challenges Colombia will have in a post-pandemic world. You can register for the webinar here. This episode is hosted by Ty Roofner, a partner in Burr & Forman's Corporate Practice Group and a member of the firm’s executive committee, located in the firm's Orlando office.

In this episode of the Burr & Forman podcast, partner Ty Roofner and Paola Garcia, the Vice President of Investment at ProColombia, discuss what ProColombia is and its goals as well as the impact the pandemic has had on the global economy and Colombia in particular. To continue the conversation, please join us for our Investing in Colombia webinar on April 21st. You can register for the webinar here. This episode is hosted by Ty Roofner, a partner in Burr & Forman's Corporate Practice Group and a member of the firm’s executive committee, located in the firm's Orlando office.

Who were the first women lawyers? Based on what we now know from archaeology and ancient artifacts, the answer may surprise you. This podcast examines the role of women as “lawyer-scribes” in ancient Mesopotamia, Canaan and Egypt—sometimes referred to as “the cradle of civilization.”  Research on legal contracts and proceedings, as well as religious texts and images from these cultures, provide clues on women’s roles in the law in ancient history. What can the experiences of these women teach us about the need for gender equity, diversity, and inclusion today? This podcast is hosted by Burr's Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Tamika Walters, and Partner Ed Snow from the firm's Atlanta office.

In episode 6 of the Labor & Employment Podcast Series, Burr Partner Bryance Metheny is joined by Nafela Helou to discuss her recent article titled, Biden’s First 100 Days: A Check-In for Employers. The article takes a wide view of what we've seen from President Biden as we approach the halfway point in his 100-day agenda and provide an update on the Biden Administration. This podcast is hosted by Bryance Metheny from the firm’s Birmingham office and Nafela Helou from the firm's Atlanta office.

What do Sesame Street, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Mary Poppins all have in common? They are all a part of Augusta Baker’s inspiring story. Learn about this trailblazing, glass-ceiling-breaking champion of inclusive children’s literature. Rather than accepting the negative and limiting depictions of African Americans that predominated children’s literature in the 1930s, Augusta dedicated 40+ years of her life to changing the narrative. Hear all about her story from Partner Pam Baker in this touching episode of the Burr & Forman podcast series. The podcast is hosted by Burr's Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, Tamika Walters, from the firm's Atlanta office, and Burr Partner Pam Baker from the firm's Columbia office.

In this special episode of the Burr & Forman podcast honoring Black History Month 2021, we are joined by Burr Partner, Adam Artigliere, to talk about the George and Roszena Shaw Center for Housing and Economic Growth.  Adam Artigliere sheds light on a Clemson, SC-based non-profit that is fighting for economic growth and housing equity, and the role our firm has played in the effort. In his remarks, Adam discusses the historical role of real estate in wealth creation in the United States, discriminatory policies and practices that generally barred African Americans from experiencing this wealth, and modern attempts to provide legal and financial assistance to African Americans who are seeking to protect and benefit from their real estate holdings. The podcast is hosted by Adam Artigliere, a partner in the firm's Greenville, SC office.

In episode 15 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast, host Melissa Azallion Kenny is joined by Jonathan Eggert to discuss what's on the immigration horizon for businesses in 2021. They provide updates on the change in presidency and the changes President Biden has already made to immigration policies. Melissa and Jonathan outline the expectations they have under the Biden Administration regarding immigration. The podcast is hosted by Burr Partner Melissa Azallion Kenny and features Burr Partner Jonathan Eggert, both from the firm's Hilton Head office.

In Episode 5 of the Labor and Employment Podcast Series, Burr partners Bryance Metheny and Ron Flowers discuss the implications of the Georgia Senate vote on labor and employment over the next four years. They provide listeners with an update on Joe Biden's announcement of the new Labor Secretary, Marty Walsh, who has deep union ties. This podcast is hosted by Bryance Metheny and Ron Flowers from the firm's Birmingham, AL office.  

In episode 14 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast Series, Melissa Azallion discusses international business travel to the U.S. during pandemic times. She offers helpful strategies that could apply to business travelers that are located internationally and have been restricted from entering the country. The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, from the firm's Hilton Head office.

In episode 3 of the Women's Podcast Series, Burr partner Ginger Busby is joined by special guest Teresa Hairston, the Diversity and Inclusion Engagement Leader at Mercedes-Benz USA, to discuss the new reality of working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. The women talk about how to survive working remotely both mentally and physically, and the best practices for a productive remote working environment. This episode is hosted by Ginger Busby from the firm's Birmingham, AL office.

In episode 13 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast Series, Melissa Azallion is joined by Burr associate Jonathan Eggert to talk about some recent immigration developments. They discuss new rules that have been implemented and those which have been blocked by various courts over the last year. The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, and special guest Jonathan Eggert from the firm's Hilton Head office.

In episode 12 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast Series, host Melissa Azallion talks about the I-9 inspection process and what businesses need to know should ICE come knocking. The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, from the firm's Hilton Head office.

In episode 11 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast Series, Melissa discusses the E2 Investor Visa and the certain requirements that must be met. She dives into the visa considerations and discusses the eligibility, petition process, expiration period, and family considerations. The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, from the firm's Hilton Head office.

In Episode 4 of the Labor and Employment Podcast Series, Burr partners Katy Willis and Emily Mack, take a deeper dive into regulations as it relates to the enforcement of face coverings for employers and customers. They discuss designs on masks worn by employees, as well as how dress code policies and potential discrimination can come into play as it relates to this protective wear. This podcast is hosted by Katy Willis, from the firm's Mobile, AL office, and Emily Mack, from the firm's Nashville, TN office.

In episode 9 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast Series, Melissa discusses the two types of L visas, the different types of L visa processes, and how employers and employees can be prepared for blanket L adjudications in today's immigration world. This podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, from the firm's Hilton Head office.

In episode 3 of the Labor and Employment Podcast Series, Amy Wilkes and Nina-Maja Bergmar discuss the COVID-19 litigation trends they’ve been seeing, the types of potential lawsuits employers may face, and what employers can do to prepare for and/or avoid litigation. The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Amy Wilkes from the firm's Birmingham office, and fellow labor and employment associate Nina-Maja Bergmar from the firm's Atlanta office.  

In episode 2 of the Women’s Podcast Series, Burr partner Callie Whatley discusses managing stress and anxiety during the current pandemic. She is joined by Carissa Dore, a licensed psychotherapist and owner of “Every Girl Living”, a company focused on helping women heal, grow, and conquer the challenges they face. Callie is a partner in the firm’s Birmingham office and serves as the firm’s Corporate and Tax Group Vice-Chair.

Episode 8 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast Series provides updates on two issues we have discussed before. The first issue is land boarder crossings between U.S.-Canada and U.S.-Mexico, and the second issue is an update regarding the U.S. Department of State providing clarification on visa entry ban (H, L, and J visas). The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, from the firm's Hilton Head office.

Episode 10 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast Series discusses a topic that is often times overlooked until a company is notified of a state or federal immigration audit or when an issue involving employee status pops up. Melissa dives into the importance of conducting an I-9 self audit during these times to make sure records are in order and that the company is following state and federal immigration laws. The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, from the firm's Hilton Head office.

In Episode 2 of the Labor & Employment Podcast Series, Matthew Scully and Carlton Hilson join us to talk about the "New Normal" as it relates to how companies are handling COVID-19 exposure. They discuss the safety protocols, how to deal with positive cases, and how they're maneuvering through the laws and regulatory statutes. Matthew Scully and Carlton Hilson are both partners in the firm's Birmingham office and practice in the Labor & Employment section.

The Women's Podcast Series will talk about work/life balance, managing stress and anxiety, and career development. Erin Hewitt is kicking off the series with special guest Madeline McGrane, a friend and client of hers, to talk about work/life balance and what that looks like in a remote working environment. Erin Hewitt is a partner in the firm's Atlanta office and serves as the practice group leader for the firm's Real Estate Practice.

The Labor & Employment Podcast Series was developed from all the webinars and articles the L&E lawyers at Burr have created over the past few months. In this episode, Bryance Metheny and Jim Gilliam give the listeners some useful information and practical ideas to consider when navigating the challenges that 2020 has created for us all. Birmingham partner Bryance Metheny is the Chair of the firm's Labor & Employment practice group and office and Jim Gilliam is a partner in the firm's Greenville, South Carolina office.

Join us as we chat with Jackson partner John Lassiter and he tells the story of his involvement in the retirement of Mississippi’s state flag. Born and raised in Mississippi, John regarded getting Mississippi’s state flag as an impossible task in a State with a history riddled with racial division, fear and deep-seeded politics. Listen to John talk about the effects the old flag had on the state’s economy and his idea to place NCAA sports at the center of the case for change.

We invite three of the firm’s pre-law students to chat with us on the firm’s diversity and inclusion podcast series and talk about their experience through Burr’s Virtual Pre-Law Program. Take a listen as we chat with rising Duke University Senior Greta Chen, rising Mercer University Junior Elijah Moore and incoming law student Evan Boykin.

Episode 7 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast focuses on one of the Proclamations that deals with travel bans into the U.S. for individuals physically present in certain countries for a 14 day period immediately before they attempt U.S. entry. The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, from the firm's Hilton Head office.

Episode 6 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast features special guest Jonathan Eggert to discuss a few common questions about the green card process to help listeners better understand what it takes to sponsor an employee for a Green Card. The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, from the firm's Hilton Head office.

Episode 5 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast discusses the current green card process used by employers to sponsor workers and explains how most employers can begin this process. There is a lot of misinformation about the green card process and this episode explains how it really works. The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, from the firm's Hilton Head office.

Episode 4 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast discusses the recent Presidential Proclamation that restricts temporary or non-immigrant visa categories, and the key provisions including when it will take effect, how long it will last, who is restricted, and the limitations and exceptions to the order. The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, from the firm's Hilton Head office.

In Episode 3 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast Series, we discuss the Supreme Court’s decision regarding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program DACA, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s update on travel restrictions. The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, from the firm’s Hilton Head office.

In Episode 2 of the Take 5 Immigration Podcast Series, we discuss important I-9 and E-verify rules for employees as they return to the workforce, and employer requirements for I-9 remote verification. The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, from the firm's Hilton Head office.

The Take 5 Immigration Podcast Series is a weekly high-level overview on what businesses need to know each week as it relates to immigration. The podcast is hosted by Burr partner Melissa Azallion, from the firm's Hilton Head office. Episode 1 discusses the variety of Presidential Proclamations that have been issues as a result of COVID-19, and the travel bans that have been imposed on the U.S. and other countries

Burr’s podcast episode discusses E-Signatures and remote online notarization. This podcast will help answer questions businesses may have about E-Notarization and remote online notarization and the differences between the two. It will also discuss how rules for remote and E-notarization vary by state, and the issues that can arise in during the process. Co-hosting this episode is Birmingham partner Elizabeth Shirley and Orlando partner Jay Price.  

In this episode, we continue our discussion on E-Signatures and their admittance into evidence in a court proceeding and the authentication process. This episode discusses how the authentication process can go wrong, how the original writing rule can come into play and what happens if the opposing party denies signing an electronic signature. This podcast will help answer questions businesses may have about using electronic signatures in court and the hurdles that they may encounter when doing so. It will also discuss the ways that authentication can go wrong and the complications that can arise when the opposing party denes signing an electronic contract. Co-hosting this episode are Atlanta partner Ed Snow and Orlando partner Jonathan Sykes.

Burr’s podcast episode discusses E-Signatures and their admittance into evidence in a court proceeding and the authentication process. This podcast will help answer questions businesses may have about using electronic signatures in court and the hurdles that they may encounter when doing so. It will also discuss the different ways to authenticate an electronic contract. Co-hosting this episode are Atlanta partner Ed Snow and Orlando partner Jonathan Sykes.  

Burr’s inaugural podcast episode discusses e-signatures and how the COVID-19 outbreak presents not just major concerns for personal and public health, but also for enterprise continuity when companies must conduct business remotely. This podcast will help answer questions businesses may have about using electronic signatures as part of their business continuity plan generally, and using them for signing and closing contracts in commercial transactions. Co-hosting this episode are Atlanta partner Ed Snow and Birmingham partner Beth Shirley.