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In this episode of the Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin sits down with entrepreneur and yacht club founder Michael Lupolover. From a legal career in New York to launching a debt settlement company during the 2008 financial crisis, Lupolover shares his journey to discovering his true passion: luxury hospitality and yachting in Miami. They dive into the evolution of Lupolover's businesses, the birth of Lupo Yacht Club, and how he turned a side hustle into a thriving luxury membership model. Expect insights on entrepreneurship, building systems, hiring talent, and disrupting traditional yacht ownership with an innovative membership approach.
John Quinn is joined by Michael Barlow, Managing Partner and Founding Member of Quinn Emanuel's Wilmington, Delaware office. They discuss the evolving state of Delaware corporate law and the legislative response to growing dissatisfaction among corporations over the recent legal treatment of conflicted transactions. Traditionally, Delaware law has deferred in general to corporate decision-making under the business judgment rule, but rigorously reviewed transactions involving conflicts of interest—particularly those involving controlling shareholders—under an “entire fairness review.” Entire fairness reviews are fact-intensive and include scrutinizing both the process and terms of the transaction, making early dismissal of claims rare. In response, Delaware courts developed a safe harbor called the “MFW” framework. The “MFW” framework involved approval by a special committee of disinterested directors and the minority shareholders. Still, even under the MFW framework, motions to dismiss were granted in fewer than 40% of cases, leading to frustration among deal planners.Despite these odds, a Quinn Emanuel team led by Michael recently won a rare complete dismissal of an entire fairness case on behalf of Fidelity National Financial, Inc. In that case, the court ruled that there were no alleged facts that could support the conclusion that the preferred stock transaction at issue was unfair. Frustration among corporate deal planners with what was perceived as activist judicial decisions creating uncertainty (e.g., as to what was a “controlling stockholder,” among other things) has recently led to Tesla, Dropbox and other corporations to express their intent to leave Delaware as their state of incorporation. “DExit,” is the term coined to describe this trend. To address these concerns, Delaware enacted Senate Bill 21, a bipartisan effort to clarify and narrow the standards for conflicted transactions. The legislation provides clearer definitions of controlling stockholders and establishes safe harbors for dismissing cases early if certain procedural protections are followed. It also reforms the state's books-and-records statute (Section 220) by limiting the scope of pre-suit corporate document demands. The next few years will test how effectively the new legislation meets the corporate world's demand for greater legal certainty. Finally, Michael believes that Delaware will continue to lead the nation in corporate law due to its unparalleled legal infrastructure and judicial expertise. Podcast Link: Law-disrupted.fmHost: John B. Quinn Producer: Alexis HydeMusic and Editing by: Alexander Rossi
(0:00) Intro(1:14) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel(2:01) Start of interview(4:38) His professional background starting with Skadden in Delaware.(5:08) About his corporate governance practice at Dechert LLP(8:10) How Delaware Came to Dominate U.S. Incorporations(13:14) What prompted the pushback against Delaware(15:12) The Tornetta v Musk decision (Elon Musk CEO compensation rescission)(18:40) The Rationale Behind the Governor and Legislature's Support for SB21 in Delaware.(22:38) Changes to Controlled Stockholder Transactions and the Definition of a Controller (Safe Harbor Provision under Section 144)(24:18) Doctrine of Transaction-Specific Control (reference to paper by Pollman and Will, 2025)(26:06) Explaining the MFW Doctrine, a Delaware law concept that provides a pathway to business judgment review for transactions involving a controlling stockholder, instead of the more rigorous "entire fairness" review (pre SB-21). "The view had become the MFW doctrine was creating both litigation risk and deal uncertainty."(30:45) Changes to Section 220 Shareholder Inspection Rights by SB21.(34:04) Will SB21 stem the tide of reincorporations? "I think it is enabling companies that had been looking at moves to pause"(37:00) Competing States: Nevada and Texas (40:17) Revisiting Caremark claims (directors' oversight duties). Legal risks vs business risks.(44:50) Book that has greatly influenced his life: Hagakure (early 1700s, Japan)(45:47) His mentors:Mark Thierfelder (Co-Chair, Dechert) Eric Waxman (Ares Management) Tom Allingham (former partner at Skadden)(46:58) Quotes that he thinks of often or lives his life by.(47:52) An unusual habit or an absurd thing that he loves. (49:11) The living person he most admires: former Delaware Chancellor William B. Chandler, III.Rick Horvath is a partner at Dechert LLP in San Francisco and focuses his practice on corporate governance matters. You can follow Evan on social media at:X: @evanepsteinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/epsteinevan/ Substack: https://evanepstein.substack.com/__To support this podcast you can join as a subscriber of the Boardroom Governance Newsletter at https://evanepstein.substack.com/__Music/Soundtrack (found via Free Music Archive): Seeing The Future by Dexter Britain is licensed under a Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States License
In the second episode of our series exploring Corporate Law and AI, our experts, Partner Iain Redford (Corporate & Tax) and Partner Vik Khurana (Commercial Technology), highlight some of the key risks which are likely to arise in doing deals with the next generation of AI companies with suggestions about ways to mitigate those risks.Note: All information was correct at the time of recording. (15.04.25)Send us a textThanks for listening!If you have any feedback, questions or comments, please email us at theroadmap@bristows.comFind all the episodes as we release them here, and don't forget to subscribe! Follow us on X and LinkedIn using #TheRoadmapPod
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https://kpalawyers.ca/ 905 965 6263 Jacob Murad, a seasoned attorney and business strategist, joined The Attorney Post to discuss his career in law, business acquisitions, and mentorship. As the leader of KPA Lawyers, he integrates legal services with financial and business solutions to better serve clients. Expanding the Legal Industry's Role Murad believes law firms should function as comprehensive professional service firms, offering accounting, insurance, and financial planning alongside legal representation. His extensive experience in corporate law includes buying and selling law firms, focusing on firms with longevity, strong branding, and financial stability. Guiding Young Lawyers Murad is passionate about mentoring young attorneys, offering bar exam tutoring and business guidance. He highlights a gap in legal education—many new lawyers struggle to translate their skills into profitable careers. He emphasizes the importance of business development knowledge to succeed in private practice. Navigating Remote Work Challenges While remote work has changed legal practice, Murad expresses concerns about its impact on training young lawyers. To maintain professional growth and firm culture, he implemented a hybrid work model requiring in-office collaboration. Jacob Murad's insights highlight the evolving role of law firms in today's business landscape. His strategic approach to legal practice and dedication to mentorship offer valuable lessons for attorneys at all stages of their careers. Sponsors: RankWith.NewsThe Attorney PostNational ERCAndropology
In the first episode of our series exploring Corporate Law and AI, our experts, Partner Vik Khurana (Commercial Technology) and Of Counsel Richard Swaine (Corporate & Tax), focused on the current state of AI transactional work and recognising and protecting value.Find all the episodes as we release them here, and don't forget to subscribe!Note: All information was correct at the time of recording.Send us a textThanks for listening!If you have any feedback, questions or comments, please email us at theroadmap@bristows.comFind all the episodes as we release them here, and don't forget to subscribe! Follow us on X and LinkedIn using #TheRoadmapPodNote: All information was correct at the time of recording.
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Speaker Bio: Tenessa Eakins currently serves as the Case Manager of the New Mexico Lawyer Assistance Program. She thrives in guiding and aiding legal professionals in their personal and professional well-being through the program. In addition to her role as Case Manager, she is a member of the NM Well-Being Committee, where she contributes her passion for enhancing the lives of those within the legal community.Victoria J. Cvitanovic is a lawyer specializing in Psychedelic Medicine, Cannabis, Healthcare, and Corporate Law. With the women of Rudick Law Group, PLLC, she assists healthcare practitioners and businesses navigate highly regulated industries. She is also a passionate Zen Buddhist, a patient advocate, and a person living with a disability committed to crusading for accessibility. In addition to her law practice, Victoria serves as the President of the Board for Kinship Center, a senior center offering holistic wellness programming for people over 65. Suggested Reading Material shared by Victoria Cvitanovic: Turning Suffering Inside Out: A Zen Approach to Living with Physical and Emotional Pain. By Darlene CohenDisclaimer:Thank you for listening! This episode was produced by the State Bar of New Mexico's Well-Being Committee and the New Mexico Lawyer Assistance Program. All editing and sound mixing was done by the State Bar of New Mexico and/or the State Bar Foundation. Intro music is by Gil Flores. The views of the presenters are that of their own and are not endorsed by the State Bar of New Mexico. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment or legal advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.The thoughts and opinions discussed by Victoria J. Cvitanovic on this podcast are hers alone, and are not representative of Rudick Law Group, PLLC or any other organization. Nothing stated by Victoria J. Cvitanovic on this podcast should be taken as legal advice, legal opinion, or as an expression of intent to form an attorney-client relationship. Please consult a lawyer directly with any questions you have regarding a legal issue.
Private equity is making moves in the legal industry, and Crispin Passmore has a message for firms that think they can ignore it: adapt or risk getting left behind. Chris Batz and Howard Rosenberg sit down with Crispin, the co-founder of Stratify and a former U.K. regulator turned law firm consultant, to talk about what's happening on both sides of the Atlantic. Why has the U.K. embraced alternative business structures while the U.S. continues to resist change? Is the legal industry really evolving, or does it just feel that way to those pushing for reform? Crispin shares his perspective on where things stand, why some firms feel no urgency, and what's fueling the momentum in places like Arizona. Crispin also dives into what private equity sees in the legal sector: why investors are drawn to it, how they're already involved, and what it means for firms that want to stay competitive. But money alone won't solve the industry's biggest challenges. Governance structures are outdated. Succession planning is a mess. Many firms still operate as if the market hasn't changed in decades. Crispin explains why those who are looking outward, not inward, will have the biggest advantage in the years ahead. Change may feel slow, but as Crispin puts it, revolutions rarely happen overnight. When the shift picks up speed, will firms be ready? Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Introduction to Private Equity in Legal Industry 03:04 Comparison of U.K. and U.S. Legal Market Liberalization 05:50 Success of ABS in the U.K. 08:02 U.S. States Experimenting with Legal Market Liberalization 11:45 Structuring National Practices from Arizona ABS 14:55 Vulnerability of Law Firms to Market Changes 16:45 Private Equity Interest in Legal Market 19:06 Alternative Ways for Private Equity to Enter U.S. Legal Market 21:15 Challenges of Private Equity in Traditional Law Firms 25:13 Changing Dynamics in Law Firms with Private Equity 29:02 Future of U.S. Law Firms with ABS in the U.K. 33:35 Effective Use of Raised Capital by Law Firms 35:17 IPOs vs. Private Markets for Law Firms Links Connect with Crispin Passmore: Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crispin-passmore/ Firm Website Bio: https://www.passmoreconsulting.co.uk/about-me Connect with Howard Rosenberg: LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrosenberg/ Company web profile: https://www.baretzbrunelle.com/howard-rosenberg Connect with Chris Batz: LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbatz/ LinkedIn Company page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/columbus-street/ Columbus Street website: https://www.columbus-street.com/ Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm
Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack What would you do if your country was invaded? Well our guest today, Oleksandr Khomiak, out of a sense of duty to his people made the decision to leave his career as an international corporate lawyer and become a military drone manufacturer. As you'll hear from him, that decision wasn't easy, but he felt he had a duty. He also talks about Trump's abandonment of Ukraine and the wake up call for the EU. Please support Dignity for Palestine here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/please-support-117612489
This summary provides a foundational understanding of corporate law, detailing the reasons for choosing the corporate structure, the legal process of its formation through filing articles of incorporation, and the crucial concept of limited liability shielding owners. It further examines internal governance established by bylaws and the initial capital structure involving stock issuance and par value, highlighting the separation between the corporation and its shareholders. The second source explores corporate governance, focusing on the fiduciary duties of care, loyalty, and good faith owed by directors and officers. It explains the business judgment rule, which protects informed and conflict-free decisions, and addresses issues of self-dealing, shareholder rights, including derivative suits, and protections for minority shareholders, particularly in closely held corporations. The final source covers the lifecycle of a corporation beyond inception and governance, examining financing methods like equity and debt, significant corporate changes such as mergers, acquisitions, and consolidations, and the processes for both voluntary and involuntary dissolution, including asset distribution and potential liabilities.
This lecture on corporate law focuses on the advanced stages of a corporation's life cycle beyond formation and governance. It explains financing mechanisms, detailing equity through various stock types and debt through bonds, and their implications for control and risk. The discussion then shifts to corporate restructuring, covering mergers, acquisitions, consolidations, and asset sales, including required approvals and dissenting shareholder rights. Finally, the lecture examines corporate dissolution, both voluntary and involuntary, and the process of winding up affairs and distributing assets, highlighting potential legal complexities and practical considerations.
In this final lecture, the discussion centers on how corporations raise funding, reshape themselves through mergers and acquisitions, and ultimately manage dissolution if needed. The opening theme is corporate financing: a corporation typically secures capital in one of two primary ways—equity or debt. Equity involves issuing various classes of stock, such as common shares that generally provide voting rights alongside economic participation, or preferred shares that might feature special dividends, liquidation preferences, or convertible features but often carry limited voting influence. The decision to issue more common or preferred shares can reshape the power dynamics among existing shareholders, because expanding equity offerings may dilute existing stakes or cede greater control to new investors. This can be a strategic move if the corporation seeks to bring in specialized funds or avoid the obligations that come with debt, yet it can also lead to tension if founders or controlling shareholders wish to preserve influence.Another significant option is debt financing, where the corporation sells bonds or notes to lenders. Unlike shareholders, bondholders receive no direct voting rights, though they might benefit from covenants restricting the corporation's actions or mandating certain financial ratios. The law treats these debt instruments as contractual obligations, obliging the corporation to pay principal and interest, or risk default. This choice of debt can leave corporate management free of direct ownership oversight, but it heightens the risk that severe downturns could threaten solvency if interest or principal payments become unmanageable. Especially in leveraged buyouts or expansions, a high debt load may lead to a precarious balance between fueling growth and imperiling the corporation's stability.Once the lecture transitions to structural changes, the conversation turns to mergers, acquisitions, and consolidations. Mergers unite two companies into one surviving entity, guided by statutory provisions that require both director and shareholder approval in most cases. Acquisitions may involve purchasing stock or assets, depending on the specific transaction design, with the potential for partial or total takeover. Consolidations yield an entirely new corporation, merging the original entities into a fresh legal form. These transactions necessitate thorough disclosures, fair treatment of minority shareholders, and possible appraisal rights for dissenters who believe the deal undervalues their shares. Control questions loom large if a controlling shareholder orchestrates a freeze-out to oust minority owners, triggering standards of entire fairness and heightened scrutiny in jurisdictions that protect minority interests.Finally, the lecture addresses the pathways through which a corporation might end its operations. Voluntary dissolution allows the board and shareholders to decide that the corporation's mission is complete or that it cannot viably continue, leading to asset liquidation and winding up. Involuntary dissolution occurs when courts step in, such as if the corporation's management is deadlocked or if shareholders can prove oppressive conduct. During winding up, the corporation's remaining assets go first to satisfying debts and obligations, and only then do shareholders receive distributions in accordance with their priority. Preferred shares, if structured with liquidation preferences, may consume any leftover value before common shareholders see a return. The law expects a systematic approach to paying creditors and clarifies how the leftover resources flow to shareholders.In real examples, boards might weigh whether to issue additional stock, face the demands of bondholders, or negotiate a merger that reshapes the corporate identity. Founders often consider how expansions or acquisitions mi
John Maytham speaks with Webber Wentzel Consultant Des Kruger about the Supreme Court of Appeal’s decision to reject SARS’ attempt to overturn an interdict preventing CCTV surveillance in cigarette manufacturers’ warehouses. They discuss the implications of the ruling, the arguments from both SARS and the Fair-Trade Independent Tobacco Association (FITA), and whether SARS may escalate the matter to the Constitutional Court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This lecture on corporate law explains the roles of directors, officers, and shareholders, and fiduciary duties. It also details the business judgment rule and shareholder rights.Directors owe a duty of care to make informed decisions, a duty of loyalty to avoid self-dealing, and a duty of good faith. The business judgment rule protects directors from liability for losses if they acted in good faith.Self-dealing occurs when a director benefits from a transaction with the corporation and must be disclosed and approved. Shareholders can enforce their rights through direct and derivative suits.Controlling shareholders may owe duties to minority shareholders. Minority shareholders have protections against oppressive actions by controlling shareholders.The lecture concludes by summarizing key points and offering exam tips.
This lecture on corporate law examines the governance of corporations, focusing on the fiduciary duties of directors and officers, such as care, loyalty, and good faith. It explains the business judgment rule, which protects informed and conflict-free decisions made by these individuals. The text also covers shareholder rights, including how they can enforce these rights through direct and derivative suits, particularly concerning breaches of fiduciary duty or conflicts of interest involving controlling shareholders. Finally, it addresses minority shareholder protections and how courts evaluate potential governance disputes, often considering factors like self-dealing and the fairness of transactions.
Corporate Law: Inception of the CorporationWhy Choose the Corporate Form?Entrepreneurs, investors, and businesspeople choose the corporate form for several reasons. Limited liability is a primary factor, as it protects shareholders' personal assets from business debts and liabilities. Perpetual existence ensures continuity even with changes in ownership or management. Centralized management, with a board of directors overseeing operations and officers handling day-to-day tasks, provides structure and expertise.Legal Formation of a CorporationA corporation is formed by filing articles of incorporation (or a certificate of incorporation) with the relevant state authority. This document includes the corporation's name, purpose, authorized shares, registered agent, and sometimes initial board or incorporator details. Delaware is a popular jurisdiction due to its established corporate law and court system.Limited Liability and the Corporate VeilLimited liability encourages investment by shielding shareholders from personal liability for corporate debts. However, courts can pierce the corporate veil and hold shareholders personally liable in cases of fraud, commingling of funds, or disregard for corporate formalities.Corporate Governance: BylawsBylaws outline the corporation's internal governance, including procedures for director elections, board meetings, officer roles, and shareholder meetings. Bylaws are typically adopted at the initial organizational meeting and can be amended by shareholder or board vote.Capital Structure at InceptionA corporation's capital structure consists of authorized shares, which can be common stock or multiple classes with different rights. Par value is a nominal value assigned to shares, but it is often symbolic in modern practice. Shareholders become owners of the corporation by purchasing stock.Authorized vs. Issued SharesAuthorized shares are the maximum number of shares a corporation can issue, as stated in its articles of incorporation. Issued shares are the shares that have been sold to investors.Key Concepts for Bar Exam and Law SchoolUnderstanding the reasons for choosing the corporate form, the formation process, limited liability, corporate governance, and capital structure is essential for success on the bar exam and in law school. Common exam scenarios include issues related to bylaws, piercing the corporate veil, and share issuance.SummaryCorporations offer limited liability, perpetual existence, and centralized management. They are formed by filing articles of incorporation and governed by bylaws. Capital structure includes authorized and issued shares. Understanding these foundational elements is crucial for navigating corporate law.
Corporate Law: Inception of the CorporationWhy Choose a Corporation?The corporate form offers several advantages over other business structures. Limited liability protects shareholders' personal assets from business debts and liabilities, attracting investment and encouraging risk-taking. Perpetual existence ensures continuity even as shareholders change. Centralized management delegates decision-making to a board of directors, streamlining operations.Forming a CorporationCorporations are typically formed by filing articles of incorporation (or a certificate of incorporation) with the relevant state authority. This document includes essential information like the corporation's name, purpose, authorized shares, and registered agent. Delaware is a popular choice due to its established corporate law and court system.Limited Liability and the Corporate VeilLimited liability is a cornerstone of corporate law. Shareholders are generally only liable for the amount they invested. However, courts can pierce the corporate veil and hold shareholders personally liable in cases of fraud, commingling of funds, or disregard for corporate formalities.Corporate Governance: BylawsBylaws outline the corporation's internal governance procedures, such as director elections, board meetings, officer roles, and shareholder meetings. Bylaws are typically adopted at the initial organizational meeting and can be amended by shareholder or board vote.Capital Structure at InceptionA corporation's capital structure consists of authorized shares, which can be common stock or multiple classes with different rights. Shares may have a par value, a nominal value that is often minimal in modern practice. Shareholders become owners of the corporation by purchasing stock.Key Concepts and Exam TipsAuthorized vs. issued shares: A corporation can issue fewer shares than authorized, retaining the ability to issue more later.Preemptive rights: Shareholders may have the right to purchase a proportionate share of new stock issuances to maintain their ownership percentage.Promoter liability: Individuals acting on behalf of a corporation before it is formed may be personally liable for contracts unless the corporation adopts them.Ultra vires acts: Acts beyond the scope of the corporation's stated purpose may be challenged, although this is less common today.SummaryCorporations offer limited liability, perpetual existence, and centralized management. They are formed by filing articles of incorporation and governed by bylaws. Understanding capital structure, shareholder rights, and potential liabilities is crucial for navigating corporate law.
This conversation is part of the podcast series 'Corporate Sustainability: A Philosophical Perspective'. GUEST INFO: Christopher M. Bruner is the Stembler Family Distinguished Professor in Business Law at the University of Georgia School of Law and serves as a faculty co-director of the Dean Rusk International Law Center. He holds a courtesy appointment at the UGA Terry College of Business. Bruner teaches a range of corporate and transactional subjects, and he has received the School of Law's C. Ronald Ellington Award for Excellence in Teaching. BOOKS BY PROFESSOR BRUNER: The Corporation as Technology Re-Calibrating Corporate Governance for a Sustainable Future - https://global.oup.com/academic/product/the-corporation-as-technology-9780197635179?q=bruner&lang=en&cc=us The Cambridge Handbook of Corporate Law, Corporate Governance and Sustainability - https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/cambridge-handbook-of-corporate-law-corporate-governance-and-sustainability/34E428DB18C05F02B9E8CB19E22437DA - Corporate Governance in the Common-Law World The Political Foundations of Shareholder Power - https://www.cambridge.org/us/universitypress/subjects/law/corporate-law/corporate-governance-common-law-world-political-foundations-shareholder-power?format=PB A Research Agenda for Corporate Law - https://www.e-elgar.com/shop/gbp/a-research-agenda-for-corporate-law-9781800880436.html HOST INFO: https://www.rug.nl/staff/f.m.corver/?lang=en
Speaker: Professor Eva Micheler (LSE)Abstract: Reliance on agency-theoretic reasoning has led to substantial theoretical and empirical advances in company law scholarship, but the narrow focus on board-level actors and phenomena has disconnected the analysis of the company from the reality of the economic organisation it is meant to enable and support. We follow Oliver Williamson's call for a ‘law, economics, and organization' approach, and build on Elinor Ostrom's ‘institutional analysis and development' framework to propose a narrative model of the company in terms of nested levels of governance. We argue that our model works as a positive description of the law as it is, and puts us in a stronger position to evaluate the likely consequences of certain normative interventions, which we illustrate with some observations about ongoing debates in corporate governance.The paper is jointly written by David Gindis and Eva Micheler and can be found at Taylor and Francis Online.Eva Micheler studied law at the University of Vienna and at the University of Oxford before joining LSE Law School in 2001. She is a Professor of Law at the London School of Economics. Professor Micheler is also on the management committee of the Systemic Risk Centre at LSE. She was a TMR fellow at the Faculty of Law of the University of Oxford and teaches regularly at the University of Vienna and the Bucerius Law School in Hamburg.3CL runs the 3CL Travers Smith Lunchtime Seminar Series, featuring leading academics from the Faculty, and high-profile practitioners.For more information see the Centre for Corporate and Commercial Law website:http://www.3cl.law.cam.ac.uk/
In dieser Folge spricht Jörg mit Rechtsanwalt Christian Heigl, dem Leiter der Wirtschaftsabteilung der Kanzlei Förster und Blob. Christian gibt Einblicke in seinen spannenden Karriereweg, der ihn zur Kanzlei führte und erklärt, warum er an das Konzept einer ganzheitlichen Beratung von Steuerberatern, Anwälten und Finanzberatern für kleine und mittelständische Unternehmen glaubt. Das Gespräch beleuchtet, wie wichtig es ist, bei Themen wie GmbH, Holding oder Gesellschafterverträgen auf professionelle Beratung zu setzen – und warum Standardlösungen oft nicht genügen. Du erfährst, weshalb eine durchdachte Zusammenarbeit mit Experten entscheidend ist und wie diese dir helfen kann, komplexe Themen zu verstehen, ohne dich in Details zu verlieren. Abgerundet wird das Interview durch Themen wie Stiftungen, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) und Christians Blick auf Finanzdienstleister – inklusive seiner Tipps für Unternehmer, die ihr Unternehmen auf eine solide rechtliche Basis stellen wollen. Bewerte diesen Podcast bei iTunes und/oder Spotify und abonniere „KINTZEL MINDSET", wenn du keine weitere Folge mehr verpassen möchtest. __________ ► LinkedIn Christian Heigl: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-heigl-176a2a182/
“It's astonishing; it's just mind-blowing,” says Chris Batz about the exponential growth in revenue generated by the AmLaw top 100 firms in the last 22 years. On today's episode of The Future is Bright, Chris takes a closer look at these numbers, what's driving them and which firm comes out on top. He also takes a look at the increasing number of firms who are choosing to merge in order to, among many reasons, increase competition, deepen their benches, and to increase their geographic reach. On his first solo episode of the podcast, Chris draws from quotes from executives at several high-profile firms who explain their motivation for merging. So often, it was a matter of shared values—very often people-focused values—aligning and that the decision benefits the internal teams just as much as it does the client. Chris, who is now exclusively focused on assisting firms with this process, offers his own insights on the topic. Join today's episode of The Future is Bright to learn how far corporate law firms have come in the past 20 years, and what it means for the future. Quotes “I am assisting firms where they are really feeling the effects of these incredibly large law firms and the consolidation that is taking place at a rapid pace right now.” (3:08 | Chris Batz) “Twenty-two years ago, in 2002, there were only two law firms that were generating a billion in revenue annually, a year. The other 98 were, of course, less than a billion in revenue. Twenty-two years later, it is astonishing, but more than half—54 firms—now, of the AmLaw100, are generating more than a billion. To break that down, 33 firms are generating a billion to just under 2 billion. The two to three billion mark, or just under three billion is 14 firms. And then we have three billion and more—seven firms. It's just mind-blowing.” (4:44 | Chris Batz) “We've had substantial consolidation, explosive growth, and of course, there have been price increases, clients are reducing the amount of firms they're working with, generally speaking. They're finding firms with broader benches and deeper benches, especially sub-specialties is a really important thing, as well as geographic reach.” (7:11 | Chris Batz) “Clients have ‘reputational risk.' General counsel, the boards, CEOs, CFOs, decision-makers of these large clients. And perception—even though you think reality is different—perception shows that smaller firms are riskier decisions to give valuable work to. So, that valuable work goes to the bigger firms—not always, but consistently—it's happening. Valuable being higher rate work, more headline-making work, probably requiring deeper benches, subspecialties, all these things, so that's one of the reasons consolidations happen.” (17:30 | Chris Batz) Links Connect with Chris Batz: LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbatz/ LinkedIn Company page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/columbus-street/ Columbus Street website: https://www.columbus-street.com/ Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm
Evan is a New York University School of Law graduate and currently works as the Founding Member at Goodman Corporate Law. Evan's journey from biology major to Big Law Associate, and finally to opening up his firm, is full of wisdom, and amazing insights. Evan and I started before Law School, at Boston University. Evan would be a biology major in pursuit of Med School but decided after taking some classes that it was not the route for him. He then decided Law School would be the place for him. We then entered his first year of Law School, which is loved. He never felt the work was overburdensome, but it was still an extremely competitive environment. Evan then discussed the various internships and clerkships he held during and after Law School. Evan would key in on a significant topic on the podcast. Finding out what he wanted to do with the law and also finding out what he did not want to do with the law in terms of specialization, through these experiences. We then moved to his big move to BigLaw, working at Willkie Farr and Gallagher as a corporate associate. With a 46th-floor office, overlooking New York City, Evan would experience a ton of trial by fire, but still represented an extremely productive and grew his knowledge of the law immensely. Then we spoke about his lateral move to Akin, where we would discuss the importance of the work environment, which included, finding those mentors to help get adjusted as well as consulting and building a network for advice and guidance to know more before entering any position. In addition to this Evan would speak on mentorship, and how it leads to success in any law firm, as well as helping build a platform for anyone, to build credibility further. Finally, we come to today, where Evan is the Founding Member at Goodman Corporate Law as well as being a Stay-at-home Dad at the Goodman Household. In the end, Evan stresses the fact that no matter what, there is always time to pivot out of any job or position. Evan's long experience in the field delivers an episode that any law student and legal professionals can learn from! Evan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-n-goodmanEvan's Articles: https://plus.pli.edu/Details/Details?fq=id:(428604-ATL3)https://plus.pli.edu/Details/Details?fq=id:(421402-ATL5)Cookbook Recommended: https://a.co/d/42gXUZOBe sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course!Start LSAT - Founded by former guest and 21-year-old super-star, Alden Spratt, Start LSAT was built upon breaking down barriers, allowing anyone access to high-quality LSAT Prep. For $110 you get yourself the Start LSAT self-paced course, and using code LITM10 you get 10% off the self-paced course! Check out Alden and Start LSAT at startlsat.com and use code LITM10 for 10% off the self-paced course!Lawyers in the Making Podcast is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Lawyers in the Making Podcast at lawyersinthemaking.substack.com/subscribe
The 1964 Civil Rights Act outlaws discrimination on the basis of sex in employment. In addition, in 1972, The Higher Education Act was amended to prohibit the exclusion of any person from any federally funded educational program or activity on the basis of sex. These seemingly simple prohibitions have recently been the focus of considerable attention. How, for example, do they apply to individuals whose gender identity is seemingly at odds with their biological sex? What does the Bostock decision say about their situation? Is a federally funded school required to assign bathrooms, showers, changing rooms, and sleeping quarters based on gender identity? Is an employer required to do so? If not required, is it permissible for these entities to do so under the law? What about athletics? What about prisons? And quite apart from what the law is now, what should it be? What about what is often called “gender affirming” treatment? Should a parent be able to obtain such treatment for a child? Should a parent be able to refuse it? What is the role of schools? Should the government be obligated to fund “gender affirming” care for prisoners or individuals on relief? Finally, does or should the law require others to accept a person’s preferred gender identity—at work, at school, elsewhere—and/or adjust their speech to reflect that identity?Featuring:Prof. Doriane Coleman, Thomas L. Perkins Distinguished Professor of Law, Duke Law School Ms. Erin Hawley, Senior Counsel, Vice President of Center for Life & Regulatory Practice, Alliance Defending FreedomHon. Andrea Lucas, Commissioner, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity CommissionProf. Sarath Sanga, Professor of Law & Co-Director, Center for the Study of Corporate Law, Yale Law SchoolMr. D. John Sauer, Principle, James Otis Law Group LLC; Former Solicitor General, MissouriModerator: Ms. Jennifer Braceras, Founder, Independent Women’s Law Center; Former Commissioner, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
(0:00) Intro(3:27) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel.(4: 14) Start of interview. (4:56) Drew Shagrin's origin story.(8:12) David Chekroun's origin story.(14:15) About the Institute of Corporate Governance at ESCP Business School, based in Paris.(19:13) The focus of ICG between students, alumni, execs, directors, investors, state representatives, judiciary, and regulators.(24:57) Corporate purpose under French law: changed in 2019 to explicitly take into consideration E&S issues.(27:53) Comparing ESG trends from France & EU. The G is rooted in each member state, but E&S falls under the EU green deal.(33:50) On board diversity: differences between US, France & EU. Sources: Copé Zimmermann Law (2011), Gender Equality Index (2018): on gender pay gaps, and Rixain Act (2021).(41:32) On State Owned Enterprises (SOEs) and the role of the state in corporate governance.(45:46) On the role of the state in promoting tech industry (startups and scale ups). BPI.(48:55) On employee representation in the boardroom. In France, since 2013.(54:19) On Entreprise à Mission structures and PBCs, balancing profit with social responsibility (in AI). The Danone case.(58:24) Challenges of corporate governance in France: share value, board composition, and stewardship. AFEP and MEDEF.(50:38) What are the 1-3 books that have greatly influenced your life: David:The World of Yesterday by Stefan Zweig (1942)Lost in Translation: A Life in a New Language by Eva Hoffman (1989)The Anatomy of Corporate Law by Reiner Kraakman (2004)Drew:How Will You Measure Your Life? by Clayton Christensen (2012)(1:03:48) Who were their mentors, and what they learned from them.(1:06:11) Quotes they think of often or live their life by.(1:07:22) An unusual habit or an absurd thing that they love.(1:08:20) The living person they most admire. You can follow Evan on social media at:Twitter: @evanepsteinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/epsteinevan/ Substack: https://evanepstein.substack.com/__You can join as a Patron of the Boardroom Governance Podcast at:Patreon: patreon.com/BoardroomGovernancePod__Music/Soundtrack (found via Free Music Archive): Seeing The Future by Dexter Britain is licensed under a Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States License
Dedria Kolb is a developer who's making waves in the housing industry with her innovative, community-focused projects. Dedria is the owner and cofounder of Ideal Ridge Ventures, and her latest endeavor, Poplar Creek, is the first tiny home development in Rutherford County, North Carolina. We'll be diving into how she's tackling affordable housing through sustainability, community interaction, and tiny homes. If you're considering a midlife career change or interested in real estate development for tiny homes, you won't want to miss Dedria's valuable insights and advice. Tune in to hear how Deidra left her 14-year corporate law career without a plan and transformed herself into a successful tiny house community developer.In This Episode:
In this insightful interview, Rosalyn Breedy, a distinguished legal and financial services professional, shares her journey from a multicultural upbringing to becoming a respected figure in corporate law and investment banking. She discusses her work with family offices, highlighting the evolving landscape of wealth management and the increasing focus on social impact and environmental concerns. About Rosalyn Breedy Rosalyn is a Corporate, Funds, and Financial Services lawyer specialising in Private Wealth. She has over 25 years of experience working in private practice, investment banking, and at a multi-family office. In 2021, Rosalyn also appeared in the Top 10 of the 2&20 Top100 Most Influential People In Service Provision For The Investment Space. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tbcy/support
We interview William Clayton on the SEC's private funds rulemaking and related litigation. Professor Clayton lays out his views on agency conflicts in the high-end private funds securities contracting market, discusses the Fifth Circuit's recent decision in National Association of Private Fund Managers v. SEC (5th Cir. 2024), and offers some thoughts looking forward beyond the presidential election. A bit about William Clayton: William W. Clayton is Professor of Law at The J. Reuben Clark Law School of Brigham Young University, where he co-directs the Global Business Law Program and teaches courses on contracts, business organizations, and corporate finance. He is a leading researcher on private markets and private equity funds contracting and governance, whose work has been cited extensively in agency rulemaking and litigation amicus briefs, as well as published in other journals such as the Yale Journal on Regulation and Vanderbilt Law Review. Before joining the BYU Law faculty, Professor Clayton worked as a corporate lawyer at Wachtell-Lipton, and as a private funds lawyer at Simpson-Thacher in New York, and was Executive Director of the Yale Law School center for the study of Corporate Law. Professor Clayton holds a J.D. from Yale Law School, and an M.B.A. and B.A. from Stanford University. We were pleased to publish Professor Clayton's article High-End Securities Regulation: Reflections on the SEC's 2022-23 Private Funds Rulemaking in the Harvard Business Law Review last fall. Now, given subsequent litigation and regulatory updates including National Association of Private Fund Managers v. SEC (5th Cir. 2024), we are thrilled to welcome him to the Harvard Business Law Review Podcast to discuss current events.
Random Cool People I Know with, Ed HowardJoin us as Ed shares his incredible journey from Corporate Law and Banking, to being ordained a Zen Buddhist monk in Japan, to now bringing Zen principles of mindfulness and non-duality to industry leaders. Discover a refreshing take on 'Zen' and how we can adopt Zen's ancient principles into modern busy lives. Born in the North West of England, Ed Howard relocated to Singapore in 2016 bringing with him extensive experience in investment and wholesale financial law and regulation including roles at Merrill Lynch, Bank of America, SMBC and Standard Chartered. Having lived for five years in Japan after university, he was ordained in the Soto Zen tradition and completed a Master's degree in Advanced Japanese. In 2024, having graduated from incubators with the Founder's Institute and ACE he set up Kokoro Business Performance, combining almost 30 years of Zen and other techniques with a deep understanding of the corporate world, executive coaching and consultancy. Drawing on the latest research in neuroscience and psychology, he currently offers online and in-person speaking engagements and seminar programmes and 1-1 coaching. Kokoro is also building online AI driven tools for large businesses, aimed at providing techniques to prevent burnout in employees and leaders by discovering what really matters whilst developing resilience and an innovative mindset. You can contact Ed here:info@kokorobusinessperformance.comwww.kokorobusinessperformance.comwww.linkedin.com/in/edward-howard-a86aa823/And if your spirit is stirred by these amazing conversations, don't forget to like, subscribe and leave a review - so more people can find their way to The Modern Crone. Thank you for tuning in! The Modern Crone team -Theme music and season intro tracks:Sam Joole: www.samjoole.comCover design and photographyLuana Suciuhttps://www.instagram.com/luanasuciu/Luanasuciu@gmail.com Voice editing:Christopher Hales - Mask Music Studiosmaskmusicstudios@outlook.com
“Teams and groups are much harder to pull off. The degree of difficulty is a challenge. There's a real prize if you get it right,” says co-host Howard Rosenberg as he and Chris Batz dig into the complexities of law firm growth through team acquisitions. They emphasize the strategic advantage of acquiring teams rather than individual hires. It's a more challenging process, but the rewards—stronger firm cohesion, better retention, and a lower risk profile—make it worth the effort. Chris notes that many firms are now open to making bold moves, like doubling their size through mergers. But both hosts point out that the real test is in integrating these new teams into the firm's culture and structure. What makes for a smooth transition? They agree that a clear plan, strong leadership, and a compelling market story are essential. For any firm aiming to grow, this episode serves as a reminder that success lies in more than just closing the deal—it's about executing a thoughtful, sustainable strategy. Quotes “If a law firm leader can do 10 onesies and twosies over the course of 12 months, that's going to create some runway. That's going to make it happen. But teams and groups are much harder to pull off. The degree of difficulty is a challenge. There's a real prize if you get it right, but again, there's a lot more work involved in pulling together a team. The team has to go together, and the conflicts have to be resolved.” (00:50 | Howard Rosenberg) “Everyone wants a team or a group because it lowers the risk profile of doing these deals in the marketplace. They have a better traction rate in terms of… They don't stick around for a lot longer. They're embedded in the organization. They don't leave as easily. There are obviously integration issues, but with the onesies and twosies, a lot of management time is spent just bringing those people to the line.” (01:24 | Howard Rosenberg) “I think firms need to be focused and strategic, but they also need to be open-minded about how they go about that process.” (05:11 | Chris Batz) “For firms to remain competitive, they have to think in larger acquisition sizes. But I respect firms that don't have a desire to grow in dramatic ways. Continuing to do what they've done because it works for them is fine but the competitive landscape is changing.” (13:56 | Chris Batz) Links Connect with Howard Rosenberg: LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrosenberg/ Company web profile: https://www.baretzbrunelle.com/howard-rosenberg Connect with Chris Batz: LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbatz/ LinkedIn Company page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/columbus-street/ Columbus Street website: https://www.columbus-street.com/ Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm
This week join Justin McNamara, CFP® and his guest Bryan Fecteau of Delaney & Muncey, P.C. for a discussion about Estate Tax Laws. Justin McNamara, CFP® is a Certified Financial Planner with a passion for investment strategy and selection. Works with small businesses and owners, parents of college-bound kids, job changers, pre- and post-retirees. Bryan Fecteau's areas of practice at Delaney & Muncey, P.C. include Estate Planning, Estate Settlement, Probate Matters, Elder Law and Corporate Law. You can find Bryan Fecteau online at: https://www.delaney-muncey.com/ McNamara Financial is an independent, family-owned, fee-only investment management and financial planning firm, serving individuals and families on the South Shore and beyond for over 30 years. COME SEE WHAT IT'S LIKE TO WORK WITH A FIDUCIARY. http://mcnamarafinancial.com/
Vinson and Elkins' Keith Fullenweider on recruiting team players, boosting collaboration and soft skills through targeted training and mentorship, prioritizing mental health and work-life balance, automating judiciously, and making return-to-office work.
“For a lot of law firm leaders that I'm in contact with, this is their central challenge: to chart a path of sustained growth.” says new co-host Howard Rosenberg who joins co-host Chris Batz to continue their discussion about the best way for law firms to form, based on data and intelligence, a structured strategy approach to growth through acquisition. It's not easy, Chris explains, and requires discipline, long term thinking, and learning to “say no to the shiny objects.” Law firms remain people-first industry built on talent wherein, nonetheless, that very personnel tends to turn over quickly, among other daily changes and distractions.Therefore it's important to form a well-defined, codified plan with solid parameters and to be able to communicate it clearly across the entire team. Join today's discussion to learn why Chris says strategy is king and to hear Howard delve into the true meaning of growth. Quotes “For a lot of law firm leaders that I'm in contact with, this is their central challenge: to chart a path of sustained growth. The question is, ‘Where do they do it? What practice areas get the investment and which people in those practice areas get the priority for either acquisitions or just time and attention because one thing can't be done in isolation without understanding the rest of the firm. So, it's a really complex equation, but it's the route for growth.” (0:51 | Howard Rosenberg) “Frankly, it's strategy. It's this idea of knowing what to say ‘no' to and knowing what to say ‘yes' to. This approach is structured, it's intentional, and it's avoiding the shiny objects that pull firms away from truly accomplishing their strategic goals.” (1:54 | Chris Batz) “The most successful managing partners that I'm in contact with seem to realize they're in the talent business. It's a talent asset business, and the talent walks out the door every day and comes back in the morning, and I think you cannot grow without having the best people in the best seats within the law firm. And that changes your perspective about how you go for growth.” (7:58 | Howard Rosenberg) “There's a trade-off. Someone's trading something when that's taking place. I have clients who do it. Some of it has to do with size, frankly. For the smaller firms, it's harder to dedicate time. Everyone's got to be rowing the same way and have to be contributing to the bottom line. Again it goes back to this fun topic of ‘size matters.' (10:02 | Chris Batz) “Growth —what does that mean? I still come back to the definition of growth. It may not be purely revenue growth. It may be doing more interesting work or more sustained work that has less pricing variability…Every firm has to take this decision for themselves; it's not a cookie-cutter approach.” (11:23 | Howard Rosenberg) Links Connect with Howard Rosenberg: LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrosenberg/ Company web profile: https://www.baretzbrunelle.com/howard-rosenberg Connect with Chris Batz: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbatz/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/columbus-street/ Columbus Street: https://www.columbus-street.com/ Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm
Send us a textIn this episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, we're joined by the amazing Arivee Vargas, a former lawyer turned executive coach who empowers first-generation women of color to thrive in their careers while staying true to their core values. Arivee opens up about her journey from the high-pressure world of corporate law to a more aligned and fulfilling life. She shares how motherhood triggered a major identity shift, and how she found the courage to make bold career changes that brought her closer to her true self. You'll walk away from this episode feeling inspired and equipped with practical steps to bring more alignment and purpose into your life and business!What You'll Gain from This Episode:1. How to Navigate Major Identity Shifts*– Arivee shares her personal journey of rediscovery after motherhood and how it helped her align her career with her true values. 2. The Power of Getting Curious – Learn why getting curious about your feelings of dissatisfaction can be the key to unlocking the life and business you truly want.3. How to Set Boundaries with Confidence – Arivee explains how creating boundaries is not about saying no to everything, but about protecting what matters most to you—without the guilt.4. The Importance of Deep Self-Care – Discover the difference between temporary pleasures and the deep self-care that sustains you for the long haul, helping you show up as your best self in all areas of life.Links Mentioned:- Connect with Arivee on LinkedIn: - Learn more about Arivee's work on her website: https://www.ariveevargas.com/- Check out Arivee's podcast, The Humble Rising Podcast, for more empowering conversations: https://www.ariveevargas.com/podcast Join the Conversation:If today's episode resonated with you, I'd love to hear your thoughts! Tag me on social media and let me know how you're bringing more alignment into your life and business. And if you enjoyed this conversation, don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a fellow mompreneur who could use some inspiration.Thanks for tuning in—I'll catch you next week! Connect with Angela at MomBusinessCoach.com Apply for Personalized Confidence and Business Coaching Enroll in my FREE mini-course - 5 Keys to Confidence
Pippa speaks to Zerlinda van der Merwe, who has over twenty years of experience in providing legal advice and training to the industry. She is now co-founder of TVDM Consultants, which specializes in community scheme living.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The recent Senate Economics Reference Committee chaired by Andrew Bragg, delivered an extremely critical report on the performance of the corporate regulator, ASIC. It was recommended that the Australian Securities and Investments Commission be split into two bodies to address a perceived lack of competence.Guests: Andy Schmulow, Associate Professor in the School of Law at the University of WollongongDr Jason Harris, Professor of Corporate Law, Interim Deputy Dean and Interim Deputy Head of School at the University of Sydney Law SchoolWhat's our environment worth? In 2025, the ABS will release its first set of national data to measure the value of our ecosystems across terrestrial, freshwater, and marine realms. Guest: Penny Johnson, Head of the Centre of Environmental Accounts at the Australian Bureau of Statistics
Most business owners don't realize the profound consequences of not having their legal bases covered, he says. They are a team of lawyers who help business owners and individuals from losing their business to threats that most couldn't anticipate. That way you can manage legal problems before they happen, build a profitable business, and gain an advantage over your competition.He says it's not about the client always being right. It's about always making the client successful. This doesn't mean they are a doormat, but they do everything they can to be as helpful and guiding as possible for you to succeed. https://contiguglia.com/http://www.yourlotandparcel.org
Neighborhood Formation and Neighborhood Effects (Dionissi Aliprantis) Dionisi Aliprantis is an assistant vice president and a senior research economist in the Research Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, the director of the Bank's Program on Economic Inclusion, and the founding director of the Math Movement. He is the author of “Making Our Neighborhoods, Making Our Selves”: A Review Essay. Appendices: Dionissi Aliprantis: Brilliant.org and Vsauce on The Banach-Tarski Paradox Greg Shill, Professor of Law & Michael and Brenda Sandler Faculty Fellow in Corporate Law, University of Iowa College of Law: The Radical Fair Housing Act, by Noah Kazis Jeff Lin: 3Blue1Brown Series on Neural Networks Follow us on the web or on Twitter: @denselyspeaking, @jeffrlin, @greg_shill. Producer: Courtney Campbell The views expressed on the show are those of the participants, and do not necessarily represent the views of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, the Federal Reserve System, or any of the other institutions with which the hosts or guests are affiliated.
Send us a Text Message.Navigating The Legal Labyrinth Of Business#law #business #ips #businesslaw #attorney Matthew Fornaro has been a business law attorney serving South Florida, including Coral Springs and Parkland, since 2003. Before starting his law firm, he was an attorney at two prestigious AmLaw 200 law firms focusing on civil litigation.Website: https://fornarolegal.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fornarolegalX: https://twitter.com/FornaroLegalLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewfornaro/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@matthewfornarop.a.7953Thanks for tuning in, please be sure to click that subscribe button and give this a thumbs up!!Email: thevibesbroadcast@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_to_the_vibes_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevibesbroadcastnetworkLinktree: https://linktr.ee/the_vibes_broadcastTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeuTVRv2/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheVibesBrdcstTruth: https://truthsocial.com/@KoyoteFor all our social media and other links, go to: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/the_vibes_broadcastPlease subscribe, like, and share!
In this episode of In the Public Interest, podcast co-host Michael Dawson sits down with WilmerHale Partner Ariel Soiffer to discuss the current artificial intelligence (AI) landscape. Ariel shares his perspective after working for over 20 years in AI-related fields and advising clients on technology-related transactions. Together, Ariel and Michael break down the history of AI, the progression of its capabilities and the impact these enhancements are having on transactional law. They discuss key legal developments and corporate governance challenges surrounding AI, and how lawyers, regulators and businesses can navigate them strategically. Ariel also shares the benefits and potential risks of AI, and what in-house counsel needs to know when considering or implementing new AI technology.
Does the legal jargon make your head spin as a health coach? Do you wish running your business was as easy as sipping a green smoothie? Lisa Fraley, an attorney and legal coach, shares some great insights on the legal landscape of the health and wellness industry. She provides valuable advice on avoiding common legal pitfalls and setting up compliant health coaching practices. She demystifies the complex legal issues to help you understand the legalities that come with the health coaching business so you can focus on helping clients without legal worries. Whether you are a health coach, a doctor or any other licensed medical professional, this episode has some great insights for you! In this episode, they talk about: How can a burned-out psychologist hire health coaches to work while complying with HIPAA How can doctors hire health coaches to work with their patients Differences between functional medicine and functional wellness coaching Can health coaches work with labs HIPAA compliance requirements for health coaches working with medical practices Changes in telemedicine laws, especially post-pandemic Risks of using medical titles (e.g., Dr.) in health coaching practices Difference between licensed medical professionals and health coaches Can licensed medical professionals sell their books on a health coaching website Rules for health coaches practicing online in green and red states How to get a free 20-minute legal chat with Lisa's team Memorable Quotes “It's frustrating when we want to be holistic and help people holistically and reach people farther and wider. But the law just isn't still quite there yet.” “Doctors are doctors, and health coaches are health coaches. If a doctor wants to become a health coach, they need to go get trained as a health coach and become a health coach. Or they can educate people from their medical background, but they can't cross the two. They have to be separate because one is licensed and one is not.” BIO: Lisa Fraley, JD is an Attorney, Legal Coach®, and Holistic Lawyer®. She takes a holistic approach to law and business by blending her expertise as a former health care attorney in a large corporate law firm with the care and support as a Health & Life Coach. Her goal is to make law easy to understand, accessible and affordable, with lots of “Legal Love™”. With a Certificate in Sustainable Business Strategy from Harvard Business School Online, she's the author of Easy Legal Steps…That Are Also Good for Your Soul, a #1 Amazon best seller in both Corporate Law and Ethics, and the host of the “Legally Enlightened Podcast” on iTunes which offers bite-sized, digestible legal tips in 20-minutes or less. Lisa has spoken on international stages from the Bellagio to British Columbia, including for Jonathan Fields, National Association of Nutrition Professionals, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, Maryland University of Integrative Health, World Conference on Food Science & Technology in Rome, Italy (upcoming), JJ Virgin's Mindshare Leadership Summit (upcoming), and Maine Women's Network. For her expertise, she has been a legal expert on over 300 podcasts and interviews, including mindbodygreen.com, “Entrepreneur on Fire” hosted by Jon Lee Dumas, Health Coach Institute, Integrative Women's Health Institute, Chris Kresser, Dr. Tom O'Bryan, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, Functional Nutrition Coaching Academy, True Detox, Institute of Nutrition & Fitness Sciences, Dr. Stephen Cabral, Russ Ruffino, Primal Health Coach Podcast, Practice Better, The Health Coach Group, The Limitless MD Podcast, Doctors Unbound Podcast, Wellpreneur Podcast, That Clean Life, The Wellness Business Podcast, National Association of Counselors in Private Practice, Dietitians in Business & Communications, The Flourishing Center, Dieticians in Private Practice, Entrepreneur Now Podcast, In Her Voice Podcast, Simplero, Shining Mentor Magazine, Australia's YMag, and “Good Day Maine” (WGME-13 Portland). Mentioned In This Episode: Easy Legal Steps...That Are Also Good For Your Soul book: lisafraley.com/book Lisa Fraley Website: https://lisafraley.com/ https://lisafraley.com/services/ Links to resources: Health Coach Group Website https://www.thehealthcoachgroup.com/ Use the code HCC50 to save $50 on our website Leave a Review of the Podcast
OUR FIRST REMOTE PODCAST EPISODE! Cody J. Wisniewski is President and CEO of FPC Action Foundation, where he works alongside Firearms Policy Coalition to help achieve those organizations' shared mission—a world of maximal human liberty. Cody is an attorney who predominately focuses on the Second Amendment and gun rights, while also weighing in on other constitutional questions. He has litigated cases across the United States addressing a variety of firearm rights issues and has helped secure multiple victories against the federal government and other overreaching government actors. Cody regularly writes on the subject, being featured in the Washington Times, Washington Examiner, National Review, The Federalist, and more. Cody graduated cum laude and earned his B.A. in Joint Honours Classics and Philosophy from the University of Ottawa. He then graduated from the University of San Diego School of Law with his Juris Doctorate and a concentration in Business and Corporate Law. While at the University of San Diego, Cody served as Federalist Society President, Vice-Chair of National Teams for the Appellate Moot Court Board, and an Executive Board member for the San Diego International Law Journal. He regularly speaks to law students, liberty advocates, industry groups, lawyers, and members of the public about the Constitution and his work. You can follow and support FPC Action Foundation at: https://www.fpcactionfoundation.org & https://www.instagram.com/fpcaction
Send us a Text Message.lovethylawyer.comA transcript of this podcast is available at lovethylawyer.com.https://virtuosolaw.com/ Daniel Vaswani is the founder and principal attorney of Virtuoso Law, a full-service, criminal defense law firm in the San Francisco Bay Area with central offices located in San Francisco, Oakland, Hayward, Redwood City, and San Jose. He is a business, criminal, and social security benefits lawyer. Mr. Vaswani graduated from Loyola Law School where he studied Corporate Law. During his third year of law school, his work at a juvenile defense clinic sparked his interest in criminal law. Upon graduating, he practiced corporate law and realized there was a void in his life—criminal and DUI defense. He decided to focus on what he enjoyed most and founded Red Metric Law in 2012—His philosophy has remained to provide high quality legal services at a reasonable price. Preceding his criminal defense work, Mr. Vaswani worked as corporate counsel at a Los Angeles law firm. He also worked as a public interest fellow and law clerk for the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles. There, he provided support to the eviction defense and housing units as a fellow and as a clerk to the consumer law unit where he acquired his first chair-trial experience. His diverse practice is a result of broad experiences as both a lawyer and from before he obtained his law degree. Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.comhttps://www.lovethylawyer.com/510.582.9090Music: Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, MauiTech: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms: Paul Roberts louis@lovethylawyer.com
As the legal profession evolves, the importance of C-suite executives in law firms is rising. Jennifer Johnson, CEO of Calibrate, shares her vision for a future where these executives are equal to managing partners and report to a board. Calibrate is a management consulting and executive search firm that places top talent in essential C-suite roles within corporate law firms, freeing lawyers to focus on their practice. Jennifer sees these “revenue enablers” as vital for providing the business expertise needed to navigate the industry's significant changes and challenges. In this episode of The Future is Bright, Jennifer talks with host Chris Batz about the current state of leadership in the law firm industry, the recruiting process and more. She also shared a personal story of triumph sure to encourage anyone faced with life challenges. Tune in to hear her inspiring story and several insights for Law Firm executives! Quotes “The candidates we present to our clients understand a law firm's business and not just their subject matter expertise. They know how to apply that and then work across the business. And, that's been a breath of fresh air for a lot of law firm leaders.” (4:18 | Jennifer Johnson) “They really do want to practice law, the lawyers, for the most part, that's what they want to do. So, bringing in these business professionals to help them run the business with them and for them is the smartest thing any of them could do. The day of running law firms by committee and total consensus—I'm not sure you can do that anymore and survive at the rate and pace of change that's happening.” (11:32 | Jennifer Johnson) “Just because somebody is really good at making rain, it doesn't necessarily mean they're going to be the best leader.” (16:15 | Jennifer Johnson) “At the end of the day, your lawyers are your salesforce. You've got a salesforce that are not trained to be salespeople.” (19:58 | Jennifer Johnson) Links Connect with Jennifer Johnson: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferjohnsoncalibrate/ Website - https://calibrate-strategies.com/about-calibrate/calibrate-team/jennifer-johnson/ Connect with Chris Batz: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbatz/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/columbus-street/ Columbus Street: https://www.columbus-street.com/ Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm
Want to protect your business or make sure you are not breaking the law?In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I intervewed Courtney Jared Bannan.Courtney Jared Bannan is a distinguished attorney, law professor, author, speaker, and entrepreneur, renowned for her multifaceted expertise and visionary leadership in the legal field. She is the driving force behind The Entrepreneur's Law Group, a boutique law firm meticulously tailored to meet the unique needs of entrepreneurs, start-ups, and large enterprises with expanding verticals. Her leadership has positioned the firm as a trusted ally for those navigating the intricacies of the business world. Additionally, Courtney is the Founder of a tech start up and creator of a revolutionary legal app “dSkribe” that will disrupt the legal industry. With over two decades of legal experience, Her proficiency spans an impressive array of practice areas, including Multifamily Commercial Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate Transactions, Residential Real Estate, Corporate Law, International Law, Intellectual Property, Mergers and Acquisitions, Securities, Crowdfunding, Media and Entertainment law, Business Litigation, Franchising and Licensing Law, Technology Law, Advertising and Social Media Law, and Data and Privacy Law. Her comprehensive skill set is a testament to her adaptability and mastery across diverse legal domains.Discover the legal architecture for entrepreneurs. Check this out!Show Links: Contact Courtney: https://courtneyjaredbannan.com/get-in-touch/The Entrepreneurs Law Group Website: https://courtneyjaredbannan.com/Courtney Jared Bannan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneyjaredbannanesq/Book a call with Michelle: https://go.appointmentcore.com/book/IcFD4cGJoin our Facebook group for business owners to get help or help other business owners!The Business Ownership Group - Secrets to Scaling: https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessownershipsecretstoscalingLooking to scale your business? Get free gifts here to help you on your way: https://www.awarenessstrategies.com/
This episode with Jen Yong, Myrna's business partner delves into deep and meaningful topics including career changes, life changes, spiritual partnerships, friendship and healing trauma. Jen Yong is a lawyer and transformational coach. If you would like to connect with her, please email jennifer@myrnamccallum.co AND If you are interested in our upcoming events: please visit www.myrnamccallum.co
Our long awaited Bankers vs. Lawyers podcast episode! Wondering about the differences and similarities between traditionally "good" jobs like doctor, banker, and lawyer? Or maybe how to transition from a career in law to one in high finance? We are going to pull back the curtain and explore the business, lifestyle, and culture of "big law", while debunking the myths and misconceptions you may have from watching popular shows like "Suits", "Law and Order", and "The Good Wife". Today's episode specifically covers Corporate Law and its intersection with high finance. Our incredible guests are two of NYC's most prominent attorneys: Jake Kling of Wachtell Lipton, who specializes in Mergers & Acquisitions law, and Roshni Cariello of Davis Polk, who specializes in Capital Markets law.We get into the path to becoming an attorney, the process of applying to law school, how important "prestige" of your law school is to landing a job, compensation, hours, culture, and much much more. Bios:Jake Kling is a partner in Wachtell Lipton's Corporate Department. Jake's practice primarily focuses on mergers, acquisitions and dispositions, securities law matters, and advising companies and boards of directors on takeover defense, shareholder activism and general corporate governance matters. He has advised a broad range of public and private clients across multiple industries, including banking, financial services, healthcare and pharmaceutical, life sciences, technology, media and telecom, sports, industrial, retail, private equity and real estate.Jake received an A.B. magna cum laude in mathematical economics from Brown University, and a J.D. from Yale Law School, where he served as Projects Editor of the Yale Law Journal. Jake also served as a law clerk to the Honorable Dennis Jacobs, then Chief Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.In 2024, Jake was named to the Forbes inaugural list of America's Top 200 Lawyers across all practice areas nationwide, one of seven M&A lawyers included on the list. In 2023, The American Lawyer named Jake the “Young Lawyer of the Year—Corporate”, selecting him as the top corporate lawyer in the country under the age of 40. Jake was also named a “Dealmaker of the Year” by the New York Law Journal, was one of five M&A lawyers chosen as a Law360 MVP, was one of four M&A lawyers selected for Bloomberg Law's “They've Got Next: The 40 Under 40” awards, and was named one of the 500 Leading Dealmakers in America by Lawdragon. BTI Consulting Group selected Jake as a BTI Client Service All-Star for his commitment to exceptional client service. Roshni Banker Cariello is a partner at Davis Polk advising corporate and financial institution clients on capital markets transactions, including initial public offerings and other equity offerings, investment-grade, high-yield and convertible debt financings, private placements and liability management. Clients also turn to her for advice on general corporate, governance and securities law matters. Roshni's experience spans industries including consumer, retail, technology, renewables and industrials.In 2023, Law360 named Roshni a “Rising Star” in capital markets, and she is recognized by Chambers USA for her work with SPACs. Roshni graduated cum laude with a B.A. in Government from Dartmouth College and a JD from Columbia Law School where she was a Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar and a Notes Editor for Columbia Business Law Review.Follow us on Instagram and Tik Tok at @thewallstreetskinnyhttps://www.instagram.com/thewallstreetskinny/
The National Zoning Atlas (Sara Bronin and Scott Markley) Densely Speaking programming note: this is the first episode of our new season. Sara Bronin, Professor at the Cornell University College of Architecture, Art, and Planning and Chair of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, is the Director of the National Zoning Atlas. Scott Markley is the Geospatial Project Coordinator at the National Zoning Atlas and a visiting professor at Cornell. Appendices: Scott Markley: Rentier Capitalism: Who Owns the Economy, and Who Pays for It? Sara Bronin: Lowcountry at High Tide; The Sirens of Mars. Greg Shill, Professor of Law and Michael and Brenda Sandler Faculty Fellow in Corporate Law, University of Iowa College of Law: A Research Agenda for US Land Use and Planning Law. Jeff Lin: House Size and Household Size: The Distributional Effects of the Minimum Lot Size Regulation. Follow us on the web or on Twitter: @denselyspeaking, @jeffrlin, @greg_shill. Producer: Courtney Campbell The views expressed on the show are those of the participants, and do not necessarily represent the views of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, the Federal Reserve System, or any of the other institutions with which the hosts or guests are affiliated.
I recently had the honor of hosting Addison Adams on my podcast. Addison's impressive background as the founder of Adams Corporate Law, Inc., coupled with his extensive experience in business law spanning over 26 years, makes him an invaluable guest. His expertise in corporate and securities law, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance is truly remarkable. Addison's commitment to client satisfaction and his diverse knowledge base in areas such as contracts, crowdfunding, and private equity investments make him a standout in the legal field. Tune in to learn from Addison's wealth of experience and insights.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lawman-s-lounge--4267400/support.
Nimrod Vromen's journey is a testament to resilience, innovation, and a passion for positive change. Born into a diverse Israeli family, Nimrod's upbringing across Israel and Australia shaped his perspective on culture, technology, and entrepreneurship. After serving in the Israeli army, where he was exposed to cutting-edge technology, Nimrod's interest in entrepreneurship was sparked. Despite lacking technical skills, he pursued studies in law and business management, determined to carve his path in the startup world. Recognizing the importance of expertise and networking in the startup sphere, Nimrod delved into learning about the Israeli startup ecosystem, eventually becoming a lawyer specializing in representing startup companies. His tenure in a prominent Israeli law firm exposed him to the intricacies of startup development, leading to notable successes in representing companies acquired by industry giants like Yahoo and Verizon. Founding Arc Empowerment, a tech company aiming to revolutionize professional services through AI, exemplifies his commitment to leveraging technology for positive change. On a more personal level, Nimrod's book "Prompting Happiness" delves into the intersection of happiness and AI, advocating for adaptability and mindfulness in navigating an AI-driven future. Additionally, his involvement in a nonprofit organization underscores his dedication to fostering competent leadership and addressing societal challenges like political polarization. Throughout his journey, Nimrod emphasizes the importance of embracing AI while remaining vigilant about its potential implications. His insights into human-AI interaction and the necessity of thoughtful planning resonate deeply in both personal and professional realms.