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This Day in Legal History: Medicare Bill SignedOn July 30, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Medicare bill into law, marking a significant milestone in American healthcare. This landmark legislation, part of Johnson's Great Society programs, aimed to address the healthcare needs of the nation's elderly population. With the stroke of his pen, Johnson established Medicare, a federal program providing comprehensive health insurance to Americans aged 65 and older. The bill was signed at the Truman Library in Independence, Missouri, with former President Harry S. Truman by Johnson's side, recognizing Truman's early efforts to promote national health insurance.Medicare went into effect the following year, in 1966, offering hospital and medical insurance to millions of senior citizens. This historic act transformed the landscape of healthcare in the United States, ensuring that older Americans would no longer face financial ruin due to medical expenses. Medicare's introduction also set the stage for future expansions, including the addition of prescription drug coverage and the establishment of Medicare Advantage plans. Over the decades, Medicare has become a cornerstone of the U.S. healthcare system, providing vital health services to millions of Americans and significantly reducing poverty among the elderly. The signing of the Medicare bill remains a pivotal moment in the pursuit of healthcare equity in the United States.A federal appeals court overturned a $79 million attorneys' fee award in T-Mobile US Inc.'s $350 million settlement of a data breach lawsuit. The US Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit ruled that the lower court abused its discretion by approving an excessive fee award in a case that settled quickly and without extensive legal proceedings. The court reversed the fee award, reinstated the objection of class member Cassie Hampe, and remanded the case for further proceedings. The litigation stemmed from a 2021 data breach affecting 76.6 million people, with settlement approval sought in July 2022. Judge Brian C. Wimes initially approved the fee award in June 2023, dismissing objections from Hampe and Connie Pentz as abusive. However, the appeals court found no evidence of bad faith or extortion by Hampe and criticized the lower court for not adjusting the fee award based on the hours worked by class counsel. The court noted that class counsel's fee request amounted to an hourly rate of $7,000 to $9,500, deemed unreasonable. The case was sent back for further consideration, with the involvement of multiple law firms representing the parties.T-Mobile Deal's $79 Million Attorneys' Fee Award Gets OverturnedBig Law firms are reevaluating their strategies following a ruling in the Eastern District of Virginia that barred Vinson & Elkins from representing wood-pellet maker Enviva Inc. in its bankruptcy due to a conflict of interest with private equity firm Riverstone Investment Group LLC. This decision has raised concerns about potential conflicts when firms represent both private equity sponsors and their distressed portfolio companies in Chapter 11 proceedings. The ruling could force law firms to choose between lucrative private equity deals and bankruptcy cases, potentially reshaping their business models.The court rejected Vinson & Elkins' proposal to separate their work for Riverstone and Enviva, citing ethical concerns. This outcome could lead to more aggressive challenges by the US Trustee and might require law firms to adopt stricter conflict management practices. Although some view the decision as specific to the case's facts, it signals a need for firms to better navigate ethical responsibilities.The ruling has already influenced how law firms approach bankruptcy cases involving private equity-backed companies, with future decisions possibly reaching higher courts for further clarification. Despite this, experts like Nancy Rapoport and Bruce A. Markell believe that Big Law firms will adapt and continue to thrive by finding compliant ways to manage conflicts of interest.Big Law Confronts Tail Risk Threat to Private Equity BankruptcyA New York state judge has ruled against appointing an outside monitor for the National Rifle Association (NRA) but banned former CEO Wayne LaPierre from serving as an officer or director for ten years. The decision by Justice Joel Cohen of the Manhattan Supreme Court comes from a four-year-old civil case initiated by state Attorney General Letitia James. Although a mixed outcome, the ruling followed a trial stage where jurors found LaPierre and others guilty of financial mismanagement, including funding LaPierre's lavish lifestyle. LaPierre was ordered to repay $4.35 million to the NRA, and former finance chief Wilson Phillips was ordered to repay $2 million.James sued the NRA in August 2020, citing greed, poor oversight, and cronyism. Following the ruling, both parties were directed to negotiate governance changes that could reduce the NRA's board size and facilitate new board candidacies. Despite the lawsuit, the NRA has perceived the case as politically motivated. The NRA, founded in 1871, has seen its influence wane, including within the Republican Party, as its membership and revenue have declined. NRA President Bob Barr acknowledged the jury's findings and reiterated the organization's commitment to good governance. LaPierre, who resigned just before the trial's first stage, has not commented on the ruling.Judge won't require monitor for NRA, bans ex-chief LaPierre for 10 years | ReutersThe American Bar Association (ABA) has issued its first formal ethics opinion on the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) by lawyers, emphasizing the need for adherence to ethical obligations. The ABA's ethics and professional responsibility committee highlighted that lawyers must ensure competence, protect client confidentiality, communicate appropriately, and handle fees ethically when utilizing AI technology. While AI can enhance efficiency in legal tasks such as research, document drafting, and analysis, it also poses risks like producing inaccurate results. Lawyers are advised to prevent unintended disclosure of client information and consider informing clients about their use of AI tools. The ABA's opinion serves as guidance for interpreting model rules, although these are not binding. The opinion cautioned against relying on AI-generated outputs without verification, noting instances where lawyers have cited nonexistent cases or inaccurate analyses, leading to potential misrepresentations in court.Recent cases illustrate the consequences of unverified AI use, with a federal judge in Virginia considering sanctions for a filing that included fictitious cases and fabricated quotations. While some courts require lawyers to disclose their use of AI, others, like the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, have declined to adopt such rules.State bar associations have also been developing their own AI guidelines, recognizing the rapidly evolving nature of the technology. The ABA anticipates ongoing updates to their guidance to keep pace with developments in AI.Lawyers using AI must heed ethics rules, ABA says in first formal guidance | ReutersThe U.S. Senate is poised to pass significant online child safety reforms through two bills: the Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0) and the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). These reforms aim to enhance protections for minors on social media platforms. COPPA 2.0 will prohibit targeted advertising to minors, restrict data collection without consent, and allow parents and children to delete their information from social media. KOSA will establish a "duty of care" for social media companies to design safer platforms for minors.Despite bipartisan support in the Senate, with an 86-1 procedural vote, the bills face uncertainty in the Republican-controlled House, currently on recess until September. While some social media executives support KOSA, others, including leaders from Meta and TikTok, have expressed concerns. Critics, including tech industry groups and the American Civil Liberties Union, argue that the bills could limit access to important content for minors.In response to these concerns, the bill's language was amended, reducing the enforcement role of state attorneys general. Supporters like Josh Golin of Fairplay for Kids argue that KOSA targets specific risks, such as promoting harmful content, without granting legal grounds for government censorship. The legislation's future now hinges on approval in the House of Representatives.US Senate set to pass major online child safety reforms | Reuters This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

This Day in Legal History: Sherman Antitrust ActOn July 2, 1890, U.S. President Benjamin Harrison signed the Sherman Antitrust Act into law, marking a transformative moment in American economic history. This landmark legislation aimed to prohibit the formation of trusts and monopolies that restricted trade across states, fundamentally altering the landscape of American industry. Named after Senator John Sherman, the act sought to promote fair competition for the benefit of consumers.The Sherman Antitrust Act was a response to growing public concern over the power and influence of large corporations, which often stifled competition and controlled vast market shares. Notable entities affected by this law included John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil and the Bell System of telecommunications. Standard Oil, once a dominant force in the oil industry, was dismantled into smaller companies in 1911, following a landmark Supreme Court decision that found it in violation of the act.Similarly, the Bell System, which had monopolized the telecommunications industry, was broken up in 1982, leading to the creation of several independent companies. The Sherman Antitrust Act thus paved the way for more robust enforcement of antitrust laws and inspired future legislation, such as the Clayton Antitrust Act of 1914.The act's passage represented a significant shift toward greater governmental regulation of the economy, aiming to protect consumers and ensure a level playing field for businesses. Over the years, it has served as a critical tool for the U.S. Department of Justice in pursuing antitrust cases. The Sherman Antitrust Act remains a cornerstone of American antitrust policy, highlighting the ongoing importance of regulating corporate power to maintain market integrity.The transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy and new technology is providing a significant boost to private equity fundraising, benefiting law firms specializing in these areas. Investors have raised $17.4 billion for energy transition projects by June, surpassing last year's total of $10.3 billion, according to Preqin. This surge is driven by tax incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act, public demand for climate change solutions, and advancements in technologies like carbon capture.Prominent law firms, such as Davis Polk & Wardwell, Gibson Dunn, and Vinson & Elkins, are seeing increased activity due to the growing interest in energy transition investments. Michael Piazza of Gibson Dunn noted that despite the rise in renewable energy investments, continued investment in oil and gas remains necessary to support the energy transition responsibly.Major funds include Brookfield Asset Management's $10 billion fund announced in February and Morgan Stanley's plan to raise at least $1 billion. Firms like Blackstone, TPG, and KKR are also dedicating substantial resources to energy transition projects.While private equity fundraising has generally been sluggish, the energy transition sector stands out. Last year, private equity aggregate capital reached its lowest level since 2018, dropping over 8%. Limited partners are holding onto portfolio companies longer due to fewer exits via IPOs and secondary sales, complicating fundraising efforts.Law firms with expertise in private credit, fund formation, and energy deals are capitalizing on this trend. Firms such as Latham & Watkins and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett have been instrumental in advising on significant private credit loans and fund formations. The demand for legal services in energy transition has prompted firms like Paul Hastings and Sidley Austin to invest in hiring specialists in private credit and finance.Overall, the focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives has further fueled the energy transition boom, as limited partnerships increasingly include ESG criteria in their investment mandates. This shift provides incentives for investors to choose funds dedicated to climate technology and ESG projects over traditional private equity investments.Energy Transition Boom Aids Lawyers During Private Equity SlumpRudy Giuliani has requested to convert his Chapter 11 bankruptcy to a Chapter 7 liquidation. If approved by Judge Sean H. Lane of the US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York, a trustee will manage Giuliani's estate and liquidate his assets to pay off his creditors, including a $148 million defamation judgment owed to two Georgia election workers.Creditors had previously called for a trustee, alleging that Giuliani had delayed financial disclosures and moved assets out of their reach. Giuliani's lawyers denied any dishonesty, stating he was correcting past financial mismanagement. The motion to convert the bankruptcy was filed as a one-page document, indicating Giuliani's decision to pursue this legal option against what his spokesperson described as a "partisan and politically motivated proceeding."Judge Lane has expressed frustration over the slow progress of Giuliani's bankruptcy case, noting Giuliani's focus on appealing the defamation judgment. Giuliani filed for Chapter 11 in December following the defamation ruling. His legal team is from Berger, Fischoff, Shumer, Wexler & Goodman LLP, while the committee of unsecured creditors is represented by Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP.Giuliani Moves to Liquidate Assets to Pay $148 Million Debt (1)Donald Trump is seeking to overturn his New York hush-money conviction following a U.S. Supreme Court decision that grants him some immunity from criminal prosecution for actions taken while president. Trump's lawyers have taken initial steps to request that the New York judge, Juan Merchan, set aside the jury's verdict, and propose delaying his sentencing to allow for briefing and arguments.The Supreme Court's 6-3 decision earlier stated that former presidents have immunity from prosecution for many official acts, reversing lower-court rulings and potentially influencing Trump's New York case. While two judges previously rejected Trump's immunity claims before this ruling, the decision could impact other legal proceedings against him.Trump's conviction involves 34 counts of falsifying business records related to payments made by his former lawyer, Michael Cohen, to adult-film star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 election. Prosecutors argued Trump reimbursed Cohen with payments falsely recorded as legal services. Despite Trump's defense, the jury found the payments were intended to silence Daniels about an affair, not for legitimate legal work.The Supreme Court ruling could also affect other cases against Trump, including federal charges related to the 2020 election and classified documents. The legal landscape for Trump remains complex and dynamic as he navigates multiple legal challenges.Trump Seeks to Toss NY Felony Conviction After Immunity Win (1)The U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision on presidential immunity leaves Judge Tanya Chutkan with the challenging task of determining the extent of immunity Donald Trump has in his federal criminal case related to his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. The Court's 6-3 ruling affirmed that Trump has broad protection from prosecution for actions within his official duties as president. Judge Chutkan must now assess which actions fall under this protection and which do not, significantly impacting the four-count indictment brought by Special Counsel Jack Smith.This complex evaluation includes analyzing Trump's public statements before the January 6 Capitol attack and his attempts to organize alternate electors. Additionally, Chutkan will decide if prosecutors can overcome the presumption of immunity regarding Trump's pressure on then-Vice President Mike Pence. The Supreme Court's ruling suggests these communications are considered official acts.The process will delay the trial, originally scheduled for March, potentially pushing it beyond the November 5 presidential election where Trump is the Republican candidate. Chutkan, known for her no-nonsense approach, has previously shown little tolerance for delays and has a history of imposing strict sentences on Capitol rioters. Trump's legal team plans to appeal any unfavorable rulings, which could further prolong proceedings.Chutkan's previous ruling in December 2023 rejected Trump's broad immunity claims, but the new Supreme Court guidelines require her to reassess this stance. Additionally, a separate Supreme Court decision last week raised the bar for federal obstruction charges, directly affecting two of the four counts against Trump. The outcome of these legal challenges will set a significant precedent for future presidential immunity cases.US Supreme Court leaves Judge Tanya Chutkan to parse Trump immunity | Reuters This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

(0:00) Intro.(1:23) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel.(2:10) Start of interview.(2:40) Patrick's "origin story." (3:41) His time at Skadden and Olshan Frome Wolosky (leading shareholder activism legal practice).(4:38) Joining Vinson & Elkins to co-build shareholder activism practice.(6:40) Distinguishing between large, mid, and small cap activism.(10:14) Reference to Lazard's 2023 Annual Review of Activism and Patrick's 2024 trends to watch out in activism.(13:39) On ESG activism, and the impact of Exxon Mobil case ("[I]t was more of a capital allocation campaign, rather than ESG"). Distinguishing the Starbucks ESG campaign (targeting Starbucks' labor relations).(18:29) Separating E, S, and G activist campaigns. "The 'S' is inherently political"(20:29) On the evolution of Universal Proxy Rules for director elections. (27:06) On the "lifecycle of a campaign" (activists' letters, withdrawals, settlements, proxy fights, etc.)(31:36) The impact of institutional investors and proxy advisors (ISS and Glass Lewis) in shareholder activism. *Reference to the Problem of Twelve episode with HLS Prof John Coates.(37:50) The importance of shareholder engagement (with large institutional investors and proxy advisors).(40:55) On company or board preparedness for activist campaigns.(44:45)  Books that have greatly influenced his life: If I Die in a Combat Zone by Tim O'Brien (1973)Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman (2011)David and Goliath by Malcolm Gladwell (2013)On Shareholder Activism:DisneyWar by James B. Steward (2005)Railroader by Hunter Harrison (2018)The Splendid and the Vile (Saga of Churchill) by Erik Larson (2020)(47:53) His mentors.(49:00) Quotes that he thinks of often or lives her life by.(49:55) An unusual habit or absurd thing that he loves.(50:35) The living person he most admires.Patrick Gadson is the Co-Head of Vinson & Elkins' Shareholder Activism practice, which advises public companies in competitive proxy solicitations, strategic investor relations, and corporate governance. 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

Tune in to today's episode as we explore the keys to fostering career sustainability, creating cultures that defy burnout, and nurturing work-life harmony. Along with your host, Brooke Skinner Ricketts, we're privileged to chat with legal powerhouse, Hilary Preston, Vice Chair of Vinson & Elkins. Discover the importance of embracing a long-term perspective in your career, setting reasonable limits, and recognizing the power of occasional deceleration. Hilary's story is a source of inspiration for anyone seeking to carve their own path, proving that success isn't just about the climb; it's about finding sustainable practices that allow you to thrive both professionally and personally. In this Episode you will learn how to: Master the art of women's career sustainability and thrive in the workplace. Amplify your influence by voicing your opinions confidently and effectively. Uncover the secrets to finding joy and fulfillment in your day-to-day work life. Build powerful relationships to boost your personal brand and professional network. Learn actionable strategies for creating an inclusive and supportive work culture. For full show notes, visit our website.

Today we are speaking with Madelaine Claire Weiss, founder of MindOverMatters, L.L.C., and Board Certified Executive Coach, Licensed Psychotherapist, Mindset Expert, Speaker, Author, and Trainer—who loves helping High-Stress Professionals, Executives, & Entrepreneurs Thrive in Work & Life.  Madelaine Claire Weiss (LICSW, MBA, BCC) is a Board Certified Executive Coach with an MBA, a Harvard-trained Licensed Psychotherapist, Mindset and Decision Making Expert, Author, Speaker, and Trainer.   She is a co-author in the Handbook of Stressful Transitions Across the Lifespan and bestselling author of “Getting to G.R.E.A.T. 5-Step Strategy for Work and Life.”   https://amzn.to/3W4tMFs    Madelaine is a former group mental health practice administrative director, corporate chief organizational development officer, and an educational resource program associate director at Harvard Medical School.   She has been featured on N.B.C., W4WRadio, Fox TV, and Talk4TV; has written for Thrive Global and Authority Magazine's Editor's List; is an opinion columnist for CEOWorld Magazine—and has led webinars for MedSense, the American Bar Association, Harvard Law School Association, and The International Association of Business Communicators. Her widely well-received training includes Skadden Arps, Vinson & Elkins, Wilkinson Barker, and Cozen O'Connor law firms; Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers; National Association of Realtors, DC Academy of General Dentistry, AARP, Wharton Innovation Summit, and the Bureau of National Affairs.   Website: https://madelaineweiss.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/madelaine.weiss Twitter: https://twitter.com/MadelaineWeiss LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madelaineweiss/   If you're enjoying the content and finding it valuable, we would appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave us a review. Your feedback is important to us and helps us reach a wider audience.   If you leave us a 5-star review, it would mean the world to us. Not only does it help us improve the podcast, but it also helps us attract more sponsors and grow our community.   Thank you again for your support and listening to the Productivity Smarts Podcast.    Sponsors:   A Symphony of Choices: https://amzn.to/3Keq3zx   Turnberry Premiere https://turnberrypremiere.com/   Growth Strategies: https://productivityintelligenceinstitute.com/mastermind/   KIVA: It's a loan, not a donation Kiva is a loan, not a donation, allowing you to cycle your money and create a personal impact worldwide. https://www.kiva.org/lender/topmindshelpingtopminds   Connect with Gerald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geraldjleonard   Free Productivity Smarts Weekly Evaluation Worksheet https://go.productivityintelligenceinstitute.com/productivity-smarts-worksheet   Every Goal Is A Project, and Everyone Is A Project Manager worksheet https://go.productivityintelligenceinstitute.com/every-goal-is-a-project     Discover How To Set Goals, Build A High-Performing Team, & Increase Productivity.... Starting Today!” https://workshop.productivityintelligenceinstitute.com/optin1666905303826?_ga=2.21012029.741858075.1668537790-242233139.1659493194     Learn more at www.productivitysmartspodcast.com

Did you know that work-related stress causes 120,000 deaths per year in the U.S.? 65% of professionals classify their work as being a very significant or somewhat significant source of stress, and 54% of workers surveyed admit that work stress impacts their home life.   As we say goodbye to April, Stress Awareness Month, and enter May, Mental Health Awareness Month, we wanted to take a deep dive into work-related stress and its impact on health and wellbeing. Host, Susan Greeley had the chance to sit down with Madelaine Claire Weiss, author of Getting to G.R.E.A.T: 5-Step Strategy for Work and Life. Together they uncovered actionable steps to help busy individuals combat stress and burnout while transforming their lives from the inside out.   Susan and Madeline covered topics of burnout across professions and among healthcare providers, work-life equality, and Madelaine's pioneering 5-step strategy for balancing work and life based on science and stories.   More about Madelaine Madelaine Claire Weiss (LICSW, MBA, BCC) is a Harvard trained Licensed Psychotherapist, Mindset Expert, and Board-Certified Executive, Career, Life Coach with an MBA, currently in private practice in Washington, D.C. She is a co-author in the Handbook of Stressful Transitions Across the Lifespan, and bestselling author of “Getting to G.R.E.A.T. 5-Step Strategy for Work and Life.” Madelaine is a former group mental health practice administrative director, a corporate chief organizational development officer, and associate director of the Anatomical Gift Program at Harvard Medical School. She has been featured on NBC, W4WRadio, Fox TV, Talk4TV, has written for Thrive Global, Authority Magazine's Editor's List, CEOWorld Magazine—and led webinars for MedSense, the American Bar Association, Harvard Law School Association, and The International Association of Business Communicators. Her widely well received trainings include Skadden Arps, Vinson & Elkins, Wilkinson Barker, and Cozen O'Connor law firms; Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers, National Association of Realtors, DC Academy of General Dentistry, AARP, Wharton Innovation Summit, and the Bureau of National Affairs.  

On this encore episode of the Passive Income Attorney podcast, Seth is joined by former big law attorney Adam Jason as they talk about how you can get started investing in agriculture and Colombian coffee. Adam is a partner at Legacy Group, a private equity company, and the founder of the Green Coffee Company. Inside this episode you'll discover the big returns his investors have shared as the Green Coffee Company has skyrocketed to be the second largest coffee producer in Columbia. Seth and Adam also take a deep dive into getting out of your comfort zone and leveraging your legal skills to catapult you to entrepreneurial success. Enjoy the episode!   “Don't let the stigma or fear of what might happen hold you back from going for what you'd like to do.”   HIGHLIGHTS: Here's a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: Adam's career trajectory from gym teacher to big law attorney How to take calculated risks to transition away from law How to invest internationally in Colombian agriculture Getting started as a passive investor in Colombian coffee Advantages and disadvantages of investing in coffee and agriculture Why Colombia isn't as scary as you think Getting out of your comfort zone Colombia's booming economy and how you can take advantage And so much more!   ABOUT | ADAM JASON: Adam Jason is a partner of Legacy Group. The Legacy Group is an alternative asset manager that targets profitable investment opportunities with high social and environmental impact in Latin America. Before joining Legacy Group, Adam worked for two international law firms, Jones Day and Vinson & Elkins, where he advised leading Fortune 500 companies and investment banks in the areas of corporate finance, corporate governance, securities regulation, and international business transactions, and represented them in public and private debt and equity offerings exceeding an aggregate of $10 billion.   FIND | ADAM JASON: Website: https://legacy-group.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/legacygroup Email: adam.j@legacy-group.co For 20% off of Green Coffee Company coffee on Amazon use this bonus code!: GCCINVEST Apply the code at checkout here: https://amzn.to/35pM8dV   ABOUT | SETH BRADLEY: Seth Bradley is a real estate entrepreneur and an expert at creating passive income while working as a highly paid, busy professional. He's closed billions of dollars in real estate transactions as an attorney and investor. He's the Managing Partner of Law Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused on value-add real estate acquisitions and development. He's a former big law attorney, most recently practicing in the real estate and securities department of a top 3 globally-ranked law firm. He's also the host of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, educating attorneys and other professionals on how to stop trading their time for money so that they can practice when they want to, not because they have to.   CONNECT | SETH BRADLEY: Don't Know Where to Start?: www.sethpaulbradley.com Download The Freedom Blueprint: www.attorneybydesign.com Subscribe and Leave a Rating and Review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-passive-income-attorney-podcast/id1543049208 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5a0Qp9G2x337nZCDWoVgoO?si=MKn01_t8Tfu0JBZCnagrCw   Websites: Coaching: www.passiveincomepro.io Legal: www.syndicationshop.com Podcast: www.passiveincomeattorney.com Investing: www.lawcapitalpartners.com   Follow Us: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sethpaulbradley Facebook: www.facebook.com/passiveincomeattorney Instagram: www.instagram.com/passiveincomeattorney YouTube: www.youtube.com/@sethpaulbradley TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@passiveincomeattorney

On this encore episode of the Passive Income Attorney podcast, Seth is joined by former big law attorney Adam Jason as they talk about how you can get started investing in agriculture and Colombian coffee. Adam is a partner at Legacy Group, a private equity company, and the founder of the Green Coffee Company. Inside this episode you'll discover the big returns his investors have shared as the Green Coffee Company has skyrocketed to be the second largest coffee producer in Columbia. Seth and Adam also take a deep dive into getting out of your comfort zone and leveraging your legal skills to catapult you to entrepreneurial success. Enjoy the episode!   “Don't let the stigma or fear of what might happen hold you back from going for what you'd like to do.”   HIGHLIGHTS: Here's a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: Adam's career trajectory from gym teacher to big law attorney How to take calculated risks to transition away from law How to invest internationally in Colombian agriculture Getting started as a passive investor in Colombian coffee Advantages and disadvantages of investing in coffee and agriculture Why Colombia isn't as scary as you think Getting out of your comfort zone Colombia's booming economy and how you can take advantage And so much more!   ABOUT | ADAM JASON: Adam Jason is a partner of Legacy Group. The Legacy Group is an alternative asset manager that targets profitable investment opportunities with high social and environmental impact in Latin America. Before joining Legacy Group, Adam worked for two international law firms, Jones Day and Vinson & Elkins, where he advised leading Fortune 500 companies and investment banks in the areas of corporate finance, corporate governance, securities regulation, and international business transactions, and represented them in public and private debt and equity offerings exceeding an aggregate of $10 billion.   FIND | ADAM JASON: Website: https://legacy-group.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/legacygroup Email: adam.j@legacy-group.co For 20% off of Green Coffee Company coffee on Amazon use this bonus code!: GCCINVEST Apply the code at checkout here: https://amzn.to/35pM8dV   ABOUT | SETH BRADLEY: Seth Bradley is a real estate entrepreneur and an expert at creating passive income while working as a highly paid, busy professional. He's closed billions of dollars in real estate transactions as an attorney and investor. He's the Managing Partner of Law Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused on value-add real estate acquisitions and development. He's a former big law attorney, most recently practicing in the real estate and securities department of a top 3 globally-ranked law firm. He's also the host of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, educating attorneys and other professionals on how to stop trading their time for money so that they can practice when they want to, not because they have to.   CONNECT | SETH BRADLEY: Don't Know Where to Start?: www.sethpaulbradley.com Download The Freedom Blueprint: www.attorneybydesign.com Subscribe and Leave a Rating and Review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-passive-income-attorney-podcast/id1543049208 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5a0Qp9G2x337nZCDWoVgoO?si=MKn01_t8Tfu0JBZCnagrCw   Websites: Coaching: www.passiveincomepro.io Legal: www.syndicationshop.com Podcast: www.passiveincomeattorney.com Investing: www.lawcapitalpartners.com   Follow Us: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sethpaulbradley Facebook: www.facebook.com/passiveincomeattorney Instagram: www.instagram.com/passiveincomeattorney YouTube: www.youtube.com/@sethpaulbradley TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@passiveincomeattorney

In this episode of the Legal Marketing 2.0 Podcast, Guy is joined by Alison Reynolds, the Senior Digital Marketing Manager for Vinson & Elkins, which is a 100-plus-year-old law firm headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices around the world. While it is her first and only law firm experience, in the last eight years Alison has helped transform the firm's digital presence across channels and establish a robust content and social media marketing strategy. Prior to V&E, Alison came from the publishing industry, having worked in New York City and Houston in magazine, newspaper, and online publishing. Her love of storytelling inspires her to create compelling online experiences for the firm's audiences.

On this week's episode Azeem talks about our annual Festive Trends Round up of 2022 on the 19th of December, plus reports on the hires, promotions and fires in the industry: - Clyde & Co adds Tim Pipe as partner in London - ICG hires infra equity team for APAC region - Oil & gas deal lawyer Luke Burns joins Reed Smith - Pia Lambert joins Morrison & Co as executive director  -Gridworks appoints Patrick Crawford as new chairman - Braskem appoints new CEO - Norton Rose Fulbright hires energy transactions partner in Houston - Hunton Andrews Kurth hires nuclear specialist in Washington - DWS hires Paul Kelly to lead Alternatives franchise - Vinson & Elkins unveils new partners - Infracapital hires Head of Capital Formation - Simon Thompson named Senior Adviser at Rothschild - Mayer Brown announces new partners for 2023 - White & Case announces local partner promotions - Vinachem seeks partners for salt mine in Laos - PivotGen adds finance VP - Ilan Goldfajn elected new IDB president - Evershed team joins Holland & Knight - Matt Barker joins GI Partners - IFC appoints new director for infrastructure and natural resources in Africa - DWS appoints new head of infrastructure research - Cooper rejoins Hunton Andrews Kurth - Erlichman joins Linklaters

Adam Jason is a Partner of Legacy Group, an alternative asset manager that targets profitable investment opportunities with high social and environmental impact in Latin America. Before joining Legacy Group, Adam worked for two international law firms, Jones Day and Vinson & Elkins, where he advised leading Fortune 500 companies and investment banks in the areas of corporate finance, corporate governance, securities regulation, and international business transactions, and represented them in public and private debt and equity offerings exceeding an aggregate of $10 billion. Learn more about ALTERNATIVE BUSINESS and INVESTMENT STRATEGIES through QUATTRO CAPITAL! LinkedIn: /TeamQuattroCapital Instagram: @TeamQuattroCapital Facebook: @TeamQuattroCapital Website: www.TheQuattroWay.com  [00:00 - 07:02] Opening Segment Introducing Adam to the show Adam Jason is the founder of Legacy Group and Alternative Asset Manager, Currently focusing on the coffee industry in Columbia Helping US-based investors access opportunities in Columbia that they wouldn't be able to find elsewhere The coffee industry in Columbia and understanding the opportunities that are available there   [07:03 - 20:25] Coffee Production in Colombia Consolidating current coffee farms for better infrastructure in production Why choose farmland as an alternative investment? The positive socio-economical and environmental impacts From being an attorney to owning a coffee farm   [20:26 - 25:01] Closing Segment Get to know more about Adam in the QuattroTrio! See the links below to connect with Adam Quotes:   “There's definitely no foreign investment in this industry. Let's focus on that consolidation. Let's focus on bringing together a more and more sophisticated infrastructure that allows for better processing and better quality.” - Adam Jason Connect with Adam through LinkedIn, Facebook, or visit https://legacy-group.co/ and https://gcc-coffee.com.   LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode. Find out how team Quattro can help you by visiting www.TheQuattroWay.com. Real Estate Runway Podcast is all about alternative business and investment strategies to help you amplify life, and maximize wealth! Click here to find out more about the host, Chad Sutton.  

In this episode of the Legal Marketing 2.0 podcast, Guy is joined by Allan Schoenberg, Chief Communications Officer at Vinson & Elkins. Allan is based in New York and joined the firm in 2021 after managing global communications at NASDAQ for five years. Before joining the legal industry, Allan has about 20 years of capital market experience. Allan is experienced in public relations with a successful track record in all aspects of business-to-business communications with a focus on brand management, internal communications, issues management, media relations, and social media.

In June, the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on the West Virginia v. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) case limited the authority of the EPA to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from existing stationary sources, like power plants.  During this episode, EEI Deputy General Counsel of Clean Energy and Climate Alex Bond will lead a discussion with Emily Fisher, EEI general counsel and senior vice president of clean energy, and Maggie Peloso, partner at Vinson & Elkins, about how this case landed in front of the U.S. Supreme Court, what the decision means for both electric companies and the EPA, and whether it will affect ongoing efforts to deliver a resilient clean energy future to customers. 

No poaching allowed! No, you have not wandered into a Hunter's Safety Forum, but rather an in depth discourse regarding the Department of Justice, Antitrust Division's recent criminal investigations and prosecutions of “No Poach” conduct. These agreements, which generally establish that Company A will not hire Company B's employees and in exchange Company B agrees to do the same, have been in the DOJ crosshairs since 2016, but only in the last year have they been specifically referenced in public charging documents. DOJ's decision to now criminally prosecute “no poach” agreements has resulted in approximately six charged cases from January 2021 to the present. The criminal antitrust defense bar, as well as some academics, have cried foul given that from their perspective the DOJ has created a new form of criminal antitrust conduct out of whole cloth and is prosecuting individuals and corporations who had no intent to violate the law nor had any indication that discussing employment concerns with another company was unlawful. The enforcers have responded just as forcefully and argue that it has always been criminal under Section 1 of the Sherman Act to allocate markets and “no poach” is nothing more than the allocation of the market for employees. Amidst this backdrop, our panel will examine the evolution of “no poach” from the DOJ's 2016 Guidance for Human Resource Professionals to the cases that are currently pending before judges and at least one jury. Our panel will include former Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General for Antitrust Barry Nigro, Co-Chair of the ABA Antitrust Section's Cartel & Criminal Practice Committee Lindsey Vaala, former United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia Zach Terwilliger, and Pepper Crutcher, chair of the Labor and Employment practice group at the Federalist Society and partner at Balch & Bingham, who will wrangle our panel and serve as moderator.Featuring:-- Barry Nigro, Partner, Fried Frank, and former Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General for Antitrust-- Lindsey Vaala, Counsel, Vinson & Elkins, and Co-Chair, ABA Antitrust Section's Cartel and Criminal Practice Committee-- Zach Terwilliger, Partner, Vinson & Elkins, and former United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia-- Moderator: Pepper Crutcher, Partner, Balch & Bingham and Chairman, Labor & Employment Practice Group at the Federalist Society

On this episode of the Passive Income Attorney podcast, Seth is joined by former big law attorney Adam Jason as they talk about how you can get started investing in agriculture and Colombian coffee. Adam is a partner at Legacy Group, a private equity company, and the founder of the Green Coffee Company. Inside this episode you'll discover the big returns his investors have shared as the Green Coffee Company has skyrocketed to be the second largest coffee producer in Columbia. Seth and Adam also take a deep dive into getting out of your comfort zone and leveraging your legal skills to catapult you to entrepreneurial success. Enjoy the episode!   “Don't let the stigma or fear of what might happen hold you back from going for what you'd like to do.”   HIGHLIGHTS: Here's a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: Adam's career trajectory from gym teacher to big law attorney How to take calculated risks to transition away from law How to invest internationally in Colombian agriculture Getting started as a passive investor in Colombian coffee Advantages and disadvantages of investing in coffee and agriculture Why Colombia isn't as scary as you think Getting out of your comfort zone Colombia's booming economy and how you can take advantage And so much more!   ABOUT | ADAM JASON: Adam Jason is a partner of Legacy Group. The Legacy Group is an alternative asset manager that targets profitable investment opportunities with high social and environmental impact in Latin America. Before joining Legacy Group, Adam worked for two international law firms, Jones Day and Vinson & Elkins, where he advised leading Fortune 500 companies and investment banks in the areas of corporate finance, corporate governance, securities regulation, and international business transactions, and represented them in public and private debt and equity offerings exceeding an aggregate of $10 billion.   FIND | ADAM JASON: Website: https://legacy-group.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/legacygroup Email: adam.j@legacy-group.co For 20% off of Green Coffee Company coffee on Amazon use this bonus code!: GCCINVEST Apply the code at checkout here: https://amzn.to/35pM8dV   CONNECT | SETH BRADLEY: Get Started | Download The Freedom Blueprint: http://www.attorneybydesign.com Subscribe and Leave a Rating and Review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-passive-income-attorney-podcast/id1543049208 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5a0Qp9G2x337nZCDWoVgoO?si=MKn01_t8Tfu0JBZCnagrCw Join EPIC | The Esquire Passive Investor Club: https://passiveincomeattorney.com/join-the-passive-income/ Join | The Passive Income Attorneys Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passiveincomeattorneys Follow Us: Website:  https://passiveincomeattorney.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethpaulbradley/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/passiveincomeattorney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passiveincomeattorney/  

On this episode of the Passive Income Attorney podcast, Seth is joined by former big law attorney Adam Jason as they talk about how you can get started investing in agriculture and Colombian coffee. Adam is a partner at Legacy Group, a private equity company, and the founder of the Green Coffee Company. Inside this episode you'll discover the big returns his investors have shared as the Green Coffee Company has skyrocketed to be the second largest coffee producer in Columbia. Seth and Adam also take a deep dive into getting out of your comfort zone and leveraging your legal skills to catapult you to entrepreneurial success. Enjoy the episode!   “Don't let the stigma or fear of what might happen hold you back from going for what you'd like to do.”   HIGHLIGHTS: Here's a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: Adam's career trajectory from gym teacher to big law attorney How to take calculated risks to transition away from law How to invest internationally in Colombian agriculture Getting started as a passive investor in Colombian coffee Advantages and disadvantages of investing in coffee and agriculture Why Colombia isn't as scary as you think Getting out of your comfort zone Colombia's booming economy and how you can take advantage And so much more!   ABOUT | ADAM JASON: Adam Jason is a partner of Legacy Group. The Legacy Group is an alternative asset manager that targets profitable investment opportunities with high social and environmental impact in Latin America. Before joining Legacy Group, Adam worked for two international law firms, Jones Day and Vinson & Elkins, where he advised leading Fortune 500 companies and investment banks in the areas of corporate finance, corporate governance, securities regulation, and international business transactions, and represented them in public and private debt and equity offerings exceeding an aggregate of $10 billion.   FIND | ADAM JASON: Website: https://legacy-group.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/legacygroup Email: adam.j@legacy-group.co For 20% off of Green Coffee Company coffee on Amazon use this bonus code!: GCCINVEST Apply the code at checkout here: https://amzn.to/35pM8dV   CONNECT | SETH BRADLEY: Get Started | Download The Freedom Blueprint: http://www.attorneybydesign.com Subscribe and Leave a Rating and Review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-passive-income-attorney-podcast/id1543049208 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5a0Qp9G2x337nZCDWoVgoO?si=MKn01_t8Tfu0JBZCnagrCw Join EPIC | The Esquire Passive Investor Club: https://passiveincomeattorney.com/join-the-passive-income/ Join | The Passive Income Attorneys Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passiveincomeattorneys Follow Us: Website:  https://passiveincomeattorney.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethpaulbradley/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/passiveincomeattorney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passiveincomeattorney/  

As we approach the end of 2021, some of the most notable SPAC mergers of the year focused on the energy transition, a hallmark of the globe's long march to net-zero carbon emissions. Sarah Morgan, the head of Vinson & Elkins' M&A and Capital Markets Group, visited the library to break down prospects for the 500+ SPACs that are still searching for a target before their trusts expire, with many hunting in the electric vehicle and energy transition space. Looking ahead to 2022, Sarah is setting her sights set on the regulatory and market trends that will shape next year.    Inside the ICE House: https://www.theice.com/insights/conversations/inside-the-ice-house

David Henderson https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-henderson-89049124 a presentation skills expert at Spoken with Authority and Let 'Em Speak Podcast collaborator, has more than two decades of experience in high-profile communication-based roles, including 20 years as a trial attorney during which he tried over 70 jury cases to a verdict. Previously, he served as an associate at Vinson & Elkins, LLP, and as a prosecutor in the Special Crimes Division of the Bexar County's District Attorney's office. Currently, he serves as a civil rights attorney at Ellwanger Law PLLC, and a workshop facilitator and coach at Spoken with Authority. David joined Toastmasters International in 2007, and in 2010 he was named World Champion of Public Speaking in a competition of more than 30,000 elite speakers from 113 countries. He has been featured on CNN and MSNBC providing legal analyses of high-profile cases involving police shootings. David holds a B.A. from the University of Texas, and a J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law.     By listening to this conversation with David, you'll learn about:   - The importance of representation in the media - The practical details of landing and giving media interviews - Staying true to your beliefs - Using the Sandwich Structure Method for interview preparation - Sharing your expertise - Getting honest feedback from a trusted friend Twitter: @OakCliffLawyer More on the “Sandwich Structure:”  https://spokenwithauthority.com/sandwich-presentation-structure-method/  

Could you be unknowingly putting yourself in legal risk? On this episode of HAR On The Move, Allan Van Fleet, Former Chair of the American Bar Association Antitrust Law Section and Former Senior Partner with Vinson & Elkins and Grant Harpold, HAR Legal Counsel discussed the many ways that Realtors® are currently putting themselves at risk and suggestions on how to avoid that risk.

Published 19 March 2021 In this episode, we hear from Louise Woods, Partner at Vinson & Elkins' London office. Louise provides a wealth of knowledge in practical projects aimed at improving inclusivity. Through her work in the non-profit Arbitral Women and the projects run at V & E, she has seen the benefits of supporting women, and men, through the vulnerable return-to-work period after the arrival of a first child. She provides helpful advice for others who may be formulating similar projects aimed at inclusion, and encourages those with influence to support their junior female employees who may not believe in themselves enough. This episode is a must-listen for anyone aiming to institute inclusive initiatives at their organization. Enjoy!

This is a special episode because it was done in collaboration with the University of Houston Law School student organization for First Generation Law Students. Lavonne is an alumni of the University of Houston Law School but before that, she attended Howard University and Johns Hopkins University where she obtained her Masters in Biomedical Engineering and performed her post-doc work. Lavonne was on track to go to medical school but was drawn to the law in the hopes that she could leverage her engineering background into a career as a patent litigator. She started her career at Vinson & Elkins and as she was mastering her skills as a lawyer, she retooled to become an expert in cybersecurity. Lavonne’s drive and work ethic are unmatched and I am thrilled to share with you how she was able to do it. Special thanks to Latham and Watkins and the University of Houston Law School for making this episode happen.

Brenda Pontiff is the Director of Business Development, Diversity and Inclusion at Horvitz & Levy LLP based in Burbank, California. She started her career as a Water District paralegal at Houston’s Vinson & Elkins in the late 1980s. After only a few months, her boss put her in charge of pitching a new service line to existing Water District clients and eventually leveraged the growing niche to begin relationships with new water districts. Meanwhile, Brenda was also developing her stand-up comedy career at Houston’s Comedy Workshop and in 1993, moved to Los Angeles after becoming a new face at Hollywood’s famed Improv Comedy Club. After touring in comedy clubs and appearing in a few sitcoms, she settled into a Big Four sales career by selling and marketing litigation support services to corporations and law firms, eventually finding her way back to law firm marketing What you’ll learn in this episode: How performing stand-up comedy and marketing professional services are similar. Why law firms have been historically reluctant to hire marketing and business management executives from one of the Big Four firms. Why law firms have been slow to accept front-line business development. How the accounting and marketing fields have changed in recent years, and how law firms can adapt to be more competitive. Why networking, building continuing relationships and communicating with existing clients are important to marketing growth. How to contact Brenda Pontiff:   Website: www.horvitzlevy.com Article: http://bit.ly/2yvDN54 Twitter: @BrendaPontiff and @HorvitzLevy  

Police accused a Vinson & Elkins partner of fleeing the scene after swimming away from a boat crash — ostensibly to get help — that left a number of V&E partners injured and then disappearing for five hours. Is this a good use of prosecutorial resources? Special thanks to our sponsor Major, Lindsey & Africa.

U.S. antitrust lawyers benefit immensely from keeping up with antitrust regulation changes in other countries. In this interview from the ABA Section of Antitrust Law Spring Meeting 2018, host Jana Seidl talks to Subrata Bhattacharjee, Ian Simmons, and Hill Wellford about how Asian countries and other jurisdictions apply antitrust laws, and the impact this has on U.S. antitrust lawyers. They discuss enforcement of antitrust laws, implementation vs. innovation, and the Qualcomm case. They also emphasize the importance for dedicated antitrust lawyers to physically visit foreign countries in order to learn their laws, industries, and economies. Subrata Bhattacharjee is a partner at Borden Ladner Gervais’ Toronto office and national vice chair of the Competition and Foreign Investment Review Group. As co-chair of O'Melveny & Myers’s Antitrust and Competition Practice, Ian Simmons has been lead counsel in more than 30 multi-district litigation (MDL) antitrust proceedings and has achieved precedent-setting results. Hill Wellford is a partner at Vinson & Elkins where he advises clients on antitrust matters, especially where the U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Trade Commission, and foreign agency enforcement intersects with energy, telecom, media, technology, standard-setting, pharmaceuticals, or patents.

“There's a disconnect on how food affects our health. I want to be having that conversation, so people understand what a direct impact it has ” For several years, Lisa Helfman and her family took part in a weekly fruit and vegetable co-op, and she watched her children's eating habits dramatically transform. So much so that her little boy turned down a piece of cake at a birthday party, craving instead the blueberries he'd grown fond of eating at home. “We believe that our only goal is to make an impact” Like most moms, Lisa realized this was a fairly significant decision for a six-year-old, and she wondered what kind of influence regular access to fresh produce might have on all children. Especially if that produce was free to families. “You can be empowered to take control of your health and live a happier healthier life by eating right - and the key to eating right is fresh produce” She was inspired to replicate this type of positive change in underserved communities identified as “food deserts,” or areas where access to grocery stores stocked with fresh fruits and vegetables is sorely limited. Because nutrition education in these communities is often equally lacking, Lisa's vision was to bring a produce co-op to schools in these neighborhoods that included an educational component. “People are sick in our community and they could be healthy just by eating right” She created a collaborative partnership between the Houston Food Bank and Dr. Shreela Sharma, an expert in nutrition and a professor of epidemiology at UTHealth School of Public Health, and they launched the program now known as Brighter Bites. Four years later, Brighter Bites has delivered more than 8,000,000 pounds of fresh produce to over 20,000 families at over 90 sites in Houston, Dallas, and Austin. When she isn't pushing kids to eat kale smoothies, Lisa is Director of Real Estate for H-E-B and is working on the company's significant expansion in Houston. Prior to joining H-E-B, Lisa served as Director of Real Estate Services at Texas Children's Hospital where she created the Real Estate Services Department in order to centralize the hospital's real estate operations. Lisa worked at Texas Children's for seven years after leaving Vinson & Elkins where she represented many urban redevelopment clients, non-profits, and government entities in financings, real estate, and other general matters. Lisa received her JD from University of Houston Law Center and her BA from Tulane University.   Some Topics we talk about in this episode: Introduction // Lisa Helfman - 0:45 Give Healthy Food Drive - 2:05 How Brighter Bites got started - 3:15 Why Fresh Food? - 5:09 Brighter Bites and the “Access Issue” - 6:40 Brighter Bites Programs - 11:30 Integration with schools and kids - 14:30 The Bright Bites Audience - 17:15 The Myth of Food Shortage - 24:12 How Brighter Bites is Changing Lives - 27:00 How You Can Get Involved - 32:20 Wrap-up - 35:29 We are hosting a “Give Healthy” Food Drive to support the amazing work that Lisa and her team at Brighter Bites are doing. Text the words “Give Healthy” to 55498 We will send you a link to the “Give Healthy” Food Drive as well as a Brighter BItes Wish List! For more information, visit www.brighterbites.org How to get involved Join The Produce Moms Group on Facebook and continue the discussion every week! https://www.facebook.com/groups/316715662104709/ Reach out to us - we'd love to hear more about where you're at in life and business! Find out more at www.theproducemom.com If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we'd love for you to help us spread the word!

Diversity at law firms, especially at the higher levels of partnership continues to be a hot topic of discussion. But is that all that it is, a discussion item? To this day, fewer than 20 percent of equity partners are women and even fewer are lawyers of color. This has been the case for more than a decade even though there are now more women in law school than men. Molly McDonough, editor of the ABA Journal, spoke about this issue with Subha Barry, of Working Mother Media, Vivia Chen of the Careerist blog, Lynn Charytan and Jeff Smith of Comcast Cable, and law firm partner Hilary Preston of Vinson & Elkins. Special thanks to our sponsors Amicus Attorney.

Diversity at law firms, especially at the higher levels of partnership continues to be a hot topic of discussion. But is that all that it is, a discussion item? To this day, fewer than 20 percent of equity partners are women and even fewer are lawyers of color. This has been the case for more than a decade even though there are now more women in law school than men. Molly McDonough, editor of the ABA Journal, spoke about this issue with Subha Barry, of Working Mother Media, Vivia Chen of the Careerist blog, Lynn Charytan and Jeff Smith of Comcast Cable, and law firm partner Hilary Preston of Vinson & Elkins. Special thanks to our sponsors Amicus Attorney.

For several years, Lisa Helfman and her family took part in a weekly fruit and vegetable co-op, and she watched her children’s eating habits dramatically transform. So much so that her little boy turned down a piece of cake at a birthday party, craving instead the blueberries he’d grown fond of eating at home. Like most moms, Lisa realized this was a fairly significant decision for a five-year-old, and she wondered what kind of influence regular access to fresh produce might have on all children. Especially if that produce was free to families. She was inspired to replicate this type of positive change in underserved communities identified as “food deserts,” or areas where access to grocery stores stocked with fresh fruits and vegetables is sorely limited. Because nutrition education in these communities is often equally lacking, Lisa’s vision was to bring a produce co-op to schools in these neighborhoods that included an educational component. She created a collaborative partnership between the Houston Food Bank and Dr. Shreela Sharma, an expert in nutrition and a professor of epidemiology at UTHealth School of Public Health, and they launched the program now known as Brighter Bites. Four years later, Brighter Bites has delivered more than 8,000,000 pounds of fresh produce to over 20,000 families at over 90 sites in Houston, Dallas, and Austin. When she isn’t pushing kids to eat kale smoothies, Lisa is Director of Real Estate for H-E-B and is working on the company’s significant expansion in Houston. Prior to joining H-E-B, Lisa served as Director of Real Estate Services at Texas Children’s Hospital where she created the Real Estate Services Department in order to centralize the hospital’s real estate operations. Lisa worked at Texas Children’s for seven years after leaving Vinson & Elkins where she represented many urban redevelopment clients, non-profits, and government entities in financings, real estate, and other general matters. Lisa received her JD from University of Houston Law Center and her BA from Tulane University.

The ABA Section of Environment, Energy, and Resources invites notable lawyers to talk to the Leadership Development Program participants about career development. This episode features Margaret Peloso, a senior associate with Vinson & Elkins, based in Washington D.C. She discusses balancing a legal career with a family life.

October 5th will mark the first day of the 2015 Supreme Court term. Thus far, the Court's docket includes major cases involving the death penalty, affirmative action, unions, civil asset forfeiture, and more. -- Notable cases include Campbell-Ewald Company v. Gomez, which concerns pre-certification mootness; Tyson Foods v. Bouaphakeo, which concerns class certification where statistical methods are used to establish liability and damages; Spokeo v. Robins, which concerns Article III standing and statutory damages; Fisher v. University of Texas at Austin, which concerns affirmative action in admissions; Evenwel v. Abbott, which concerns redistricting law; Friedrichs v. California Teachers Association, which concerns teacher unions; and Kansas v. Gleason, Kansas v. Carr, Montgomery v. Louisiana, Foster v. Humphrey, and Hurst v. Florida, which all concern the death penalty. -- In addition to these cases and others, which may include abortion and contraceptive mandate questions, the panelists will discuss the current composition and the future of the Court. -- Featuring: Prof. Gail Heriot, Professor of Law, University of San Diego School of Law; Mr. John Elwood, Partner at Vinson & Elkins; Mr. Neal K. Katyal, Partner at Hogan Lovells; Prof. John F. Stinneford, Professor of Law and Assistant Director, Criminal Justice Center at Levin College of Law, University of Florida; and Mr. Ed Whelan, President of Ethics & Public Policy Center. Moderator: Mr. Adam Liptak, The New York Times.

October 5th will mark the first day of the 2015 Supreme Court term. Thus far, the Court's docket includes major cases involving the death penalty, affirmative action, unions, civil asset forfeiture, and more. -- Notable cases include Campbell-Ewald Company v. Gomez, which concerns pre-certification mootness; Tyson Foods v. Bouaphakeo, which concerns class certification where statistical methods are used to establish liability and damages; Spokeo v. Robins, which concerns Article III standing and statutory damages; Fisher v. University of Texas at Austin, which concerns affirmative action in admissions; Evenwel v. Abbott, which concerns redistricting law; Friedrichs v. California Teachers Association, which concerns teacher unions; and Kansas v. Gleason, Kansas v. Carr, Montgomery v. Louisiana, Foster v. Humphrey, and Hurst v. Florida, which all concern the death penalty. -- In addition to these cases and others, which may include abortion and contraceptive mandate questions, the panelists will discuss the current composition and the future of the Court. -- Featuring: Prof. Gail Heriot, Professor of Law, University of San Diego School of Law; Mr. John Elwood, Partner at Vinson & Elkins; Mr. Neal K. Katyal, Partner at Hogan Lovells; Prof. John F. Stinneford, Professor of Law and Assistant Director, Criminal Justice Center at Levin College of Law, University of Florida; and Mr. Ed Whelan, President of Ethics & Public Policy Center. Moderator: Mr. Adam Liptak, The New York Times.