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Celebrating 50 Years of Title IX

male sports. Title IX – a 37-word section of the Education Amendments of 1972 – changed this by prohibiting gender-based discrimination in any educational institution that receives federal funding. In 2002, Title IX was renamed the Patsy T. Mink Equal Opportunity in Education Act after one of the congresswomen who championed the law

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the passage of Title IX, the Women’s Initiative hosted the webinar, “A Conversation with Dawn Porter: 50 Years of Title IX and Its Impact on Women,” on Oct. 25. More than 240 people attended, including clients.

Partner and Women’s Initiative Chair Judy Nemsick (NYC) moderated the webinar that featured Dawn Porter, an award-winning documentary filmmaker whose work has appeared on HBO, PBS, Discovery and Netflix, among others. Porter, a graduate of Bronx High School of Science, Swarthmore College and Georgetown University Law Center, practiced at a large firm and in-house at television networks before moving into filmmaking. Her well-known documentaries include Gideon’s Army, which focuses on Black public defenders in the South handling massive caseloads; Rise Again: Tulsa and the Red Summer, which addresses the Tulsa Massacre of 1921; and more recently, The Me You Can’t See, where she helps shine the light on mental health issues.

“37 Words”

Porter discussed her recent work, “37 Words,” a fourpart docuseries on ESPN that focuses on the Title IX’s evolution and impact on women over the past five decades. Prior to 1972, gender discrimination was commonplace in education, particularly in athletics, where funds and resources were disproportionately directed to

During the webinar, Porter shared how she tends to gravitate toward specific kinds of stories, and she likes exploring the role of law in everyday people’s lives. When ESPN reached out to her to create something for the 50th anniversary of Title IX, she immediately accepted, not knowing what the end product would be, and went to work assembling a team of producers.

NOTE FROM THE HOLLAND & KNIGHT WOMEN’S INITIATIVE CHAIR

We witnessed another strong year of female partner promotions at the firm in 2022. On Dec. 12, the firm announced the election of 30 new equity and 52 new non-equity partners, effective Jan. 1, 2023. Women constituted 23 percent of the equity partner promotions and 40 percent of the non-equity partner promotions. With the recent promotions, the firm started the year with women representing 20 percent of the equity partners and 33 percent of non-equity partners, resulting in a combined 26 percent of the total partnership at the firm.

Renee Covitt (NYC)

Tricia DeLeon (DAL)

Cheryl Feeley (WAS)

Chelsea McCarthy (CHI)

Valerie Ney (TYS)

Trish Rich (CHI/NYC)

Sarah Seedig (DEN)

Philippa Balestrieri (SFO)

Julie Blackmore (FTL)

Jessica Brown (SFO)

Christine Crousillat (FTL)

Agnes Doyle (HOU)

Selene Espinosa (MEX)

Erin Goodman (NYC)

Alyssa Keon (LAX)

Allison Kernisky (MIA)

Allison Lehn (MIA

Emily Lieban (SFO)

Lydia Lockett (LAX)

Nadya Makenko (BOS)

Nicole Maron (FTL)

Dina McKenney (DAL)

Kayla Pragid (WPB)

Brooke Sizer (HOU)

Katherine Skeele (NYC)

Briana Stolley (TYS)

Stacy Thomas (JAX/BOS)

Kendall Wilson (TPA)

Congratulations to all!

Best, Judy

As her team dug deeper, it found that the original young women whose efforts led to the passage of Title IX – none of whom were lawyers – learned that because colleges and universities receive federal funds, they are prohibited from discrimination based on gender. After ads were placed in local papers asking for examples of discrimination against women, they compiled their reports and shared them with Rep. Edith Green (D-Ore.), who helped develop the legislation that was to become Title IX. Porter said that during hearings, congressmen laughed because they thought it was silly that women were complaining about being discriminated against in employment. It took two more years to pass the regulation, which was rolled into an education bill because, as Green encouraged supporters, “It had to pass, because schools have to be funded.”

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“37 Words” includes interviews with politicians and other prominent leaders, including Gloria Steinem and Barak Obama, as well as athletes like Wyomia Tyus, Mia Hamm, Abby Wambach, and Dawn Staley. Porter included interviews with tennis legend Billie Jean King because “[her] advocacy and ability to use her platform to advocate for women, girls and civil rights kept showing up,” she said. “One of the things I wanted to do in this series was remind people that sometimes small actions can be really influential.”

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One of the lessons Porter shared is that the original women who worked on Title IX were not necessarily doing it for themselves; they were looking ahead to the girls who would come after them so they would have better experiences.

“Title IX is a story of persistence, creativity, thoughtfulness and community,” said Porter. “It’s a fantastic legal story, but also it’s a social, political and history story.”

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Partners from the Sports Industry and Education Teams were invited to ask Porter her thoughts on current Title IX issues. Partner Tyrone Thomas (WAS), a co-leader of Holland & Knight’s Sports Law Practice, asked Porter about the increasing use of name, image and likeness (NIL) contracts where an NCAA student-athlete may use their identifiable factors, talents and features to earn fair compensation for their time and effort – and how it applies to Title IX.

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Porter mentioned how teenagers are quite aware of their rights and how those rights should be protected, but the benefits may not come unless you advocate for them. She cited the increasing popularity of women’s sports and the “girl dads” movement as grassroots efforts to reduce stereotypes and increase opportunities, with many dads stepping up to say, “I want my daughter to be able to do whatever she wants.”

In addition, the prevalence of social media is helping to create awareness of inequalities in men’s and women’s sports, and a picture is worth a thousand words.

“We don’t have to say anything, we don’t have to march, we don’t have to do anything to show the inequality between men and women,” Porter said. “The question [about disparities] we should all be asking is, ‘How did that pass muster in the first place?’ “

Porter added that it’s in the best interest of colleges and universities to be proactive in doing self-assessments and working with advisors to take a look at their facilities before someone challenges them on social media.

Education Practice Partner Jeffrey Nolan (BOS) asked Porter for her thoughts on how schools are responding to sexual misconduct cases on school campuses. She stated that, while due process is needed, civil rights should not be dependent on which political party is in power, and there should be some basic agreements that are reauthorized by every president.

“Parents are demanding more accountability, and they’re demanding safety for their kids in addition to fairness,” Porter said. “We’re seeing that it’s really hard to take away a right.”

Regarding students’ access to programs and facilities that are consistent with their gender identity, Porter said it’s important to protect children who see themselves as different from the sex they were assigned at birth. Although some states are passing laws against gender-affirming care, she said that the federal government needs to step in and assure that there are basic protections for people.

“I think it’s important that we start somewhere, to plant a flag in the ground and start having conversations about this group of children and what we need to do to protect them,” she said.

Partner Marilyn Holifield (MIA), a fellow Board of Managers with Porter at their alma mater Swarthmore College, concluded the webinar by asking Porter about the reactions she’s received to this documentary that have impacted her the most.

Answered Porter: “We are flooded with people who are saying, ‘Thank you for telling these stories, for giving a voice to a fight that happened behind the scenes.’ The women who made Title IX took inspiration and direct strategies from the civil rights movement for racial equality. There will always be new movements to protect human rights, and we can look to our history for models of how to effect change.”

Associate Lisa Kpor Honored as CCWC Emerging Leader

Associate Lisa Kpor (CHI) has been recognized as a 2022 Next Gen Emerging Millennial Leader by the Corporate Counsel Women of Color, a national organization advocating for diversity, equity and inclusion in the legal profession. Now in its second year, this award recognizes young attorneys of color who possess outstanding legal talent, innovative skills and a strong commitment and dedication to serving their communities. Winners were chosen by a committee of senior attorneys from corporations and private practice.

Lisa, along with the other award winners, was honored on Oct. 7 during the Corporate Counsel Women of Color’s 18th Annual Career Strategies Conference in Atlanta. Also attending the conference were Partners Kelly-Ann Cartwright, Tiffani Lee (both MIA), Vivian Arias (NYC) and Kendall Wilson (TPA).

Lisa’s practice encompasses a broad range of legal issues, including general commercial litigation, shareholder disputes, product liability actions, entertainment law negotiations and legal ethics matters. She also is actively involved in community, civic, charitable and pro bono service in Illinois and beyond. Her activities include membership on the board of directors for the Chicago Chapter of the Federal Bar Association (FBA), as well as chairing the FBA’s Standing Committee on Diversity and Inclusion, which is a national leadership role. Lisa also mentors students through the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity and The Posse Foundation, serving on the latter’s Chicago Leadership Council. She previously served as a co-chair for the Emerging Leaders group of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce.

From left, Tiffani Lee, Vivian Arias, Kelly-Ann Cartwright, Kendall Wilson and Lisa Kpor

Attorneys Network at Centerforce Conferences in Atlanta, New York

Holland & Knight sponsored and had a notable presence at Centerforce’s Driving Diversity in Law & Leadership Summit in Atlanta on Sept. 14.

Partner Allison Dyer and Associate MacKenzie Gansert (both ATL) attended the event. In addition, Partner Bess Hinson (ATL) was a panelist during the “Nurturing the Next Generation in Legal” session. She discussed changes and opportunities in a multi-generational workplace, reverse mentoring, succession planning and helping emerging leaders.

“The panelists encouraged attendees to consider that ‘work-life balance’ means different things to different generations,” said Bess. “The panelists discussed strategies for managing a multi-generational team, including embracing direct communication in order to enable understanding, set expectations and reduce stress.”

In addition, Holland & Knight sponsored Centerforce’s Women on Wall Street Conference in New York on Oct. 20.

Partners Amy Leder, Renee Covitt and Judy Nemsick (all NYC) attended the event, along with Cari Schiff, Vice President of Litigation for Patriarch Partners, a firm client. Amy participated as a panelist during the “Fearless Leaders – Lessons Learned from Deal Makers Driving Diversity” session.

“The panelists urged women to advocate for themselves, know their worth and take control of their careers,” said Judy. “Otherwise, we lose out on career advancement opportunities.”

The conference – part of Centerforce’s Inclusion & Equity Series – included leading investors, bankers, fund managers and finance executives, and focused on actionable strategies, best practices and lessons learned to overcome the challenges women face as they advance their careers on Wall Street. Topics included where we are and where we’re headed, the power of mentors and sponsors, busting stereotypes on “The Street,” making the shift from “the old boys’ club” and to a culture of inclusion, building equity through impact investing, and the ROI on inclusion.

The summit – part of Centerforce’s Diversity in Law Series – explored the “new normal” after COVID-19 and the effect that it will have on the career paths of women and underrepresented professionals in legal and corporate America. Topics discussed included prioritizing diversity, equity and inclusion through times of transition, creating a culture of inclusion, cultivating allies and change agents, and busting stereotypes and unpacking unconscious bias.

Partners Share Thoughts on DEI at The Legal 500 Forum Practical Marketing Tips That Work

Holland & Knight sponsored The Legal 500’s International Forum on Diversity and Inclusion on Nov. 8 in Bogotá. The event covered current issues and developments associated with diversity and inclusion in Colombia.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) moderated the first panel, “DE&I Beyond Corporate Policies.” The speakers shared stories of companies that have successfully committed to their diversity, equity, and inclusion programs as well as barriers they have faced and the social and organizational benefits achieved.

Partner Norberto Quintana (MIA/NYC) reminded the audience at the Nov. 8 event that each person has the opportunity to contribute and make a difference.

“Companies should implement policies that ensure a climate of professional respect and value for the difference of the team,” he said. “Diversity and inclusion policies send the clear message that the context of dignity at work allows one to bring out the best in oneself. It is a fact that the most diverse teams have the highest degree of accuracy and the lowest degree of error.”

Partner Juliana Saa (BOG) moderated the second panel, “Gender, Equity and Prosperity.” The speakers discussed the bias that women in law continue to face, including wage gaps, the care economy and gender pay, the right to time, and policymaking and women’s representation.

Partner Alexandra Aguirre (MIA/NYC) noted that not all qualities – such as being “ambitious” or “assertive” – are appreciated when they are associated with women.

“Women are not promoted as quickly as men,” she said, “and there is not much inclusion at the managerial level.”

Following the panel discussions, attendees enjoyed cocktails, light hors d’oeuvres and networking.

Partner Vivian Arias (NYC) used to think that marketing and client development would be difficult because, as she admits, “I am not much of a golfer, not a huge extrovert and did not have an extensive personal network when I became a lawyer.” However, what she has learned by watching successful lawyers and rainmakers over the years is that there are many ways to connect with clients and grow those relationships, no matter what your interests or skill sets may be. Vivian shares some of her favorite and most effective tips below.

Find What Works for You and the Client

Many of my client contacts are not local. And even some that are, they – like me – have busy lives, young children and other interests in their free time. For these clients, meeting for drinks or going to a sports event after work is not how they can or want to spend their free time. The COVID-19 pandemic forced many lawyers to rethink client development opportunities, and in some ways, a lot of women have not looked back. For me, I found that clients love receiving a thoughtful gift at the end of the year – a bottle of wine, a hot chocolate kit or a donation to a favorite cause. Depending on the industry or employer, there may be limits or restrictions on gifts to clients; do your research before sending anything so you don’t inconvenience a client who is not allowed to accept gifts. But when permitted, I discovered that this was an effective way to connect with clients who could not participate in a more traditional client development activity.

Personal Interaction Is Key

Even if you can and do send a gift, nothing compares to spending time in person with clients when possible. One way I have found to do this is attending the same conferences.

While it is even better to have a speaking or leadership role at the conference, attending on its own can lead to

more in-person client interactions – whether by bumping into someone during a networking break, meeting for coffee before a panel or taking the opportunity to plan a dinner.

Larger industry-focused organizations and bar associations often host annual events, but they also offer women’s networks or affinity groups that have their own events. Other organizations, like Corporate Counsel

Women of Color, host a yearly conference attended by diverse in-house lawyers with different legal practices from all over the country. Junior associates should consider attending continuing legal education (CLE) courses in person rather than watching online and choosing topics thoughtfully based on issues that are relevant to their practice where client contacts may attend. Another idea is to ask partners who are speaking at events if there are extra tickets for associates to use.

You Don’t Always Have to Spend Money

One of the most effective client development techniques I have used is hosting an educational Zoom meeting for clients. Offering to present e-learning programs allows lawyers to showcase their knowledge base and skillset in a face-to-face (even if virtual) setting while providing clients with something that has direct value for their work. It does not necessarily require significant research (when covering a familiar topic) and can be given for free! Additionally, educational programs often check necessary boxes for clients, as many companies hold weekly or monthly meetings and are looking for speakers.

Holland & Knight has offered “lunch and learn” webinars to discuss recent case law, industry hot topics and postmortems on complex transactions. When one client wanted to offer implicit bias training to its workforce, my co-practice group leader, Partner Mark Weibel (DAL), and I worked with Diversity Partner Tiffani Lee (MIA) to develop a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) training tailored specifically to the client and its needs. The client has asked us to return for another session this year.

Treat Everyone Like a Prospective Client

Early in my career, I was advised to befriend and build relationships with junior lawyers and businesspeople working with clients. Although those folks may be in junior roles with less responsibility now, they may rise in the ranks over time to positions where they eventually will make legal hiring decisions. For that reason, I was reminded to be responsive and effective, and to provide

the best possible legal service to the junior team members, just as I would to their superiors and managers.

That advice has served me well, and I would add a corollary: Third-party vendors and service providers engaged by our clients are also in a position to make legal referrals and recommendations. We recently had a thirdparty loan servicer for a lender client recommend us to another lender for which that servicer also works, leading to two new client relationships and three new matters. We also have received referrals from vendors, including auctioneers, title companies and appraisers, who regularly work with our clients and have referred us to other potential clients. It may seem simple, but treating vendors, service providers and junior employees like prospective clients who may one day refer business can lead to client development successes

Webinars Share Leadership Lessons and Workplace Advice

The Women’s Initiative hosted two webinars as part of the Debbie Epstein Henry Speaker Series, a quarterly program featuring conversations with New York Times best-selling authors, TED speakers and thought leaders. The quarterly events draw hundreds to more than 1,000 participants from companies, law firms and nonprofits worldwide.

Lessons in Leadership

The fall season kicked off on Sept. 29 with the “Lessons in Leadership” webinar featuring Paula Boggs.

From public service in the U.S. Army, U.S. Department of Defense and White House, to private law firm practice and the top legal job at Starbucks, to writing, recording and leading her own band as an esteemed musician, Boggs excels and makes an indelible impact on everything she does. During this fireside chat interview, she delved into how she had the courage to be the first in many leadership positions and how she sets the standard for excellence –partly by overcoming failures along the way.

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In addition, Boggs uncovered how she channeled grief and fear and invited creativity into her life to garner both success and meaning. She also shared how diversity, equity and inclusion can be woven into the fabric of our every day to bring us more purpose and satisfaction. Lastly, she left attendees humming “music for the soul” with her “Seattle Brewed Soul Grass,” a magical fusion of folk, blue grass, jazz, rock and world music.

Holland & Knight Announces 2023

Rising Star Class

Culture, Flexibility and the Future Workplace

The year wrapped up on Dec. 1 with the webinar, “Culture, Flexibility & the Future Workplace.”

Stanford Graduate School of Business professor and author Hayagreeva “Huggy” Rao and work flexibility strategist, futurist and author Cali Williams Yost shared their wisdom on how to design today’s jobs and workplaces to give employees more freedom while also facilitating collaboration, training and relationship building.

Rao and Yost offered advice about the right mix of inperson and virtual work, whether to mandate anchor days and how to align schedules to make on-site time purposeful and additive. They also shared insight into how to avoid the “quiet quitting” trend and how to inculcate a strong culture and loyalty while giving employees more autonomy. In addition, they explored how to enhance your presence online when you’re not in person and what types of parameters and articulated expectations can create just the right balance to give both managers and employees the assurances and flexibility they need.

The Holland & Knight Rising Star® program has announced its next class of participants. The women in the 2023 class were selected from a large group of applicants, all of whom are extraordinarily talented.

Entering its 20th year, the Rising Star program is a yearlong business and leadership development program for senior women attorneys created by Partners Deb Barnard (BOS) and Janis Schiff (WAS). It has received numerous recognitions and awards, including “Most Innovative Gender Diversity Award” by Chambers USA and “Best Gender Diversity Initiative by a National Firm (North America)” by Euromoney Legal Media Group

The 2023 Rising Stars are:

• Partner Alexis Alonzo (CCC/LAX) – Real Estate

• Partner Kyla Baker (ATL/ORL) – Real Estate

• Partner Agnes Doyle (HOU) – Litigation

• Partner Marie Larsen (NYC) – Litigation

• Associate Laura Lewis (NYC) – Business

• Partner Emily Lieban (SFO) – Government

• Partner Jen Lowndes (ORL/ATL) – Litigation

• Associate Meg Raker (WAS) – Real Estate

• Associate Meghal Shah (BOS) – Business

• Associate Parker Young (HOU) – Business

The firm congratulates the members of the 2022 class as they conclude the program:

• Partner Nicole Elliott (WAS) – Government

• Partner Rachel Fink (ATL) – Business

• Associate Lisa Kpor (CHI) – Litigation

• Partner Nicole Maron (FTL) – Business

• Partner Laura Renstrom (JAX) – Litigation

• Partner Catherine Rowsey (DAL) – Litigation

• Partner Caitlin Saladrigas (WPB) – Litigation

• Partner Megan Schmid (HOU) – Litigation

• Partner Sarah Seedig (DEN) – Business

• Partner Kendall Wilson (TPA) – Business

For questions about the Rising Star program, reach out to Deb, Janis or Laura Renstrom, who are coordinating the 2023 program.

Highlight on Our Lawyers

Partner Kayla Pragid (WPB) and Associate Vanessa Lopez (MIA) were part of the team that won a four-week jury trial for Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). The jury awarded NCL nearly $159 million, including $31.75 million in compensatory damages and an additional $31.75 million in punitive damages against ABB Oy, along with $95.25 million in punitive damages against ABB Inc. The award is the largest jury verdict in Florida in 2022.

Partners Christine Gay (MIA) and Christine Crousillat (FTL), along with Associates Allia Howard (DAL), Bibiana Cruz (MIA), Alexandra Briesemeister (FTL), Nicole Martini (PHL), Stephanie Merabet (NYC) and Leslie Reynolds (AUS), were part of the team that assisted Warren Equity Partners with its leveraged acquisition of Code Red Safety and Rental LLC, GM Safety and Supply LLC, and Flame Resistant Garments LLC.

Associate María Borrero (BOG) assisted the team that advised the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest and the Latin American Green Bond Fund as investors in the negotiation of sustainable bonds – the first of their kind issued by a bank in Latin America.

Partner Janene Jackson (WAS) represented Amerigroup District of Columbia as she secured approval of a healthcare insurance contract for the District of Columbia government worth a total of $2.9 billion over five years. As a result of her work, she was retained as a long-term lobbyist for the company.

The Public Policy & Regulation (PP&R) Group – led by Partner Taite McDonald with assistance from Staff Attorney Susan Wegner, Senior Public Affairs Advisor Reese Goldsmith, Senior Policy Advisor Beth Viola and Public Affairs Advisor Hannah Coulter (all WAS) – assisted 12 applicants in responding to the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) solicitations for an unprecedented $3 billion in battery manufacturing and recycling grants. The DOE announced that it had awarded funding to 21 applicants, including seven firm clients, and totaled $865 million in federal funding.

Partner Deborah Barnard (BOS), along with Associates Brittany Cangelosi (NYC) and Melissa Goldberg (PHL), were part of a multi-office team that represented ExxonMobil in the sale of a 65,000 barrels per day (65 kbpd) refinery and related logistic assets, including pipelines and product terminals, to Par Pacific Holdings.

Associates Eliona Jankulla (JAX) and Elliott Beale (CLT/JAX) helped lead the team that advised Germfree Laboratories Inc., a leading U.S. manufacturer of turnkey, mobile and modular cleanrooms and biocontainment facilities, on its acquisition by EW Healthcare Partners. They were assisted by Partners Betsy Burkhard (BOS), Ari Alvarez (FTL) and Maria Currier (MIA).

Associate Lacey Croy (DEN) helped lead the team that advised Franchise Equity Partners (FEP) on a $70 million capital investment in Georgica Auto Holdings, an automotive retail group with 23 franchises in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Associates Stephanie Torres (NYC) and Emma O’Connell (CHI) helped advise the underwriters and joint book runners Piper Sandler & Co., Morgan Stanley & Co. and UBS Securities on the latest share offering by Merchants Bancorp, parent company of Merchants Bank of Indiana. The underwritten public offering consisted of 5.2 million depositary shares, each representing a one-fortieth interest in a share of its 8.25 percent Fixed Rate Reset Series D Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, with a liquidation preference of $25 per depositary share.

A multi-office team of Holland & Knight attorneys represented San Francisco-based private equity firm SkyKnight Capital in its acquisition of Pearl Street Dental Management LLC, a dental practice management company that works with top-performing dentists in Texas and Oklahoma. Partner Ilenna Stein, along with Associates Jennifer Lee and Sydney Kanjuparamban (all BOS), advised on healthcare matters. Associate Jiyeon Barta (ORL) handled tax matters. Partner Christine Gay (MIA) and Associate Stephanie Merabet (NYC) advised on laborrelated matters.

Partners Christine Gay (MIA) and Neely Munnerlyn (DAL), along with Senior Counsel Ashley Thomas (WAS) and Associate Stephanie Merabet (NYC), helped advise the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) on its acquisition of Linkage Inc., a premier leadership development firm committed to advancing women and accelerating inclusion in leaders and organizations. Holland & Knight is SHRM’s primary outside counsel, with Partners Marilyn Holifield (MIA) and Kwamina Williford (WAS) serving as the relationship partners.

Senior Public Affairs Advisor Isabel Lane (WAS) helped secure U.S. Senate ratification of the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol in a 69-21 bipartisan vote on Sept. 21. The amendment will generate an estimated $6 billion in net annual exports and create approximately 17,000 jobs.

Partner Ashley Phillips (AUS), as well as Associates

Morgan Moore and Anna Boyer (both HOU), helped represent Alpha Energy Partners in its agreement to sell certain non-operated interests in the Delaware Basin to Northern Oil and Gas Inc. (NOG) for an initial purchase price of $157.5 million in cash, subject to typical closing adjustments.

Partners Carolyn Short and Valerie Brown, along with Associates Dana Feinstein and Katie Princivalle (all PHL), obtained a full dismissal on all counts of a lawsuit alleging discrimination in violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and corresponding Pennsylvania state law by a current high-level employee of firm client Comcast.

Partner Katherine Markel (TYS) and Associate Kelly McKeon (SCT) helped advise leading cybersecurity company Iron Vine Security on its acquisition by ASGN Incorporated, a leading provider of information technology (IT) services and solutions, including technology and creative digital marketing, across the commercial and government sectors.

Partner Elena Otero and Practice Assistant Kristen Jimenez (both MIA), along with Legal Services of Greater Miami, represented an elderly Hispanic widow on Social Security who claimed she had been deceived into deeding over the title of her home to a Florida debt recovery company.

Partner Glynna Christian (CHI/NYC) helped advise Banner Health, one of the largest nonprofit healthcare systems in the country, in negotiating a long-term services agreement for its 30-plus hospitals and other care facilities in six states. The new agreement and key statements of work are valued at more than $500 million.

Partner Valerie Brown, along with Associates Leah Messler and Dana Feinstein (all PHL) and Paralegal Kathleen Wheeler (TPA), helped represent leading medical technologies provider Teleflex Inc. in its acquisition of Standard Bariatrics, an innovator in powered stapling technology for bariatric surgery.

Partner Tamsen Plume and Associate Genna Yarkin (both SFO) attended the “key ceremony” with the new homeowners of a beautiful new affordable housing development in Redwood City, California – a project they were instrumental in seeing come to fruition. With the help of Partner Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC), the attorneys had served as Habitat for Humanity’s pro bono legal counsel to usher the project through several court proceedings and successfully defend it against a “not in my back yard” (NIMBY) lawsuit.

Associate Angela Jimenez (TYS) helped score a permanent injunction on behalf of client PN Medical that prevents a competitor from using any of the company’s marks or trade dress on its products. PN Medical’s products have a unique, nonfunctional design that serves as a distinctive trade dress.

Partners Ari Alvarez (FTL), Amy Edwards (WAS) and Kendall Wilson (TPA), along with Associate Alexandra Ward (WAS), Law Clerk Elizabeth Barrett and Paralegal Leslie McGuire (both TPA), helped represented Helios Technologies Inc. in the acquisition of Daman Products Co. The deal is valued at $63 million.

Associate Miranda Wheeler (OCM) helped secure a positive result for firm client Brian Strange in an arbitration to decide a real estate partnership dispute.

A multi-office team – including Partners Judy Nemsick (NYC) and Sarah Korapaty (NYC/CLT), as well as Associate Kelly McNeill, Paralegals Wallis Karpf (all NYC) and Denise Perlich (MIA), and Practice Assistant Naomi Holliday (NYC) – obtained a significant victory in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida for firm client Miami Air International Inc. and its insurers, led by Allianz, in connection with ongoing litigation stemming from the May 3, 2019, accident involving Miami Air Flight 293.

Senior Counsel Nneka Obiokoye (DEN) helped represent firm client Plug Power Inc., a provider of turnkey hydrogen solutions, in a deal to supply Amazon with liquid green hydrogen. The hydrogen supply agreement calls for Plug to supply 10,950 tons of liquid green hydrogen per year to Amazon beginning on Jan. 1, 2025, using Plug’s electrolyzers, liquefaction capabilities and cryogenic tankers. The hydrogen supply will help Amazon decarbonize its operations as part of its commitment to be net-zero carbon by 2040.

Partner Lindsay Sheehy (SCT) led the team that represented Hubbell Industrial Controls Inc. in its purchase of PCX Holding LLC. Partners Victoria Zerjav (SCT/ NYC) and Dawn Rudenko Albert, as well as Associates Kelly McKeon (both SCT) and Melissa Goldberg (PHL), provided assistance.

Partner Lindsay Sheehy (SCT) led the team that represented Hubbell Power Systems Inc. in its acquisition of Ripley Tools LLC. Partners Victoria Zerjav (SCT/ NYC), Dawn Rudenko Albert (SCT), Antonia Tzinova (WAS) and Briana Stolley (TYS); Associates Kelly McKeon (SCT), Madison Jaros and Marina O’Brien (both WAS); and Summer Associate Bianca Poehailos (SCT) provided assistance.

Senior Policy Advisor Lauri Hettinger (WAS) helped advocate on behalf of the Osceola County, Florida, Board of County Commissioners to earn one of 21 awards as part of the Build Back Better Regional Challenge. Osceola County will receive approximately $50.8 million to accelerate the growth of the specialized semiconductor cluster at NeoCity, a 5,000-acre technology park developed in partnership with the state of Florida.

Partner Tamsen Plume and Associate Genna Yarkin (both SFO) helped secure a key victory for firm client The Sobrato Organization, overcoming objections and receiving approval to redevelop a one-acre site in the heart of downtown Mountain View, California.

Members of the firm’s Congressional Investigations Team – including Associate Sara Klock and Senior Strategic Communications Advisor Audrey Young (both WAS) – were hired to prepare former U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn for an investigation by the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis.

Associate Jessica Kramer (TPA) helped defend Syniverse Corp. in a consolidated putative class action case with billions of potential class members.

Partner Danielle Garno (MIA/LAX), in collaboration with Partner Glynna Christian (CHI/NYC) and Associate Katie Bennett (ATL), advised Fit:Match in a partnership with Macy’s that will allow the company to offer holiday shoppers a personalized fitting experience with body scans that match them with the best-fitting bras for their exact body shapes through the use of augmented reality.

Associate Ariel Stevenson (TYS) and Law Clerk Alison Redick (TYS) helped represent Wolf Den Associates, a leading consulting firm specializing in full life-cycle growth support to the federal market, in its acquisition by federal management consulting and advisory firm Deep Water Point, backed by private equity firm Renovus Capital Partners.

Partners Christine Gay (MIA), Erin Estevez (TYS) and Jen Lowndes (ORL/ATL), along with Associates Holly Camisa (PHL), Bibiana Cruz (MIA), Stephanie Merabet (NYC) and Allia Howard (DAL), assisted Warren Equity Partners and its portfolio company Magnolia River on its acquisition of the assets of the Systems Integrity Division of Aptus Group USA, an industry leader in the installation of bridge-attached utilities.

Associates Madeleine Eldred and Stephanie Berardino (both LAX) successfully concluded a pro bono case in the Intertribal Court of Southern California (ICSC) by assisting a conserved member of the Pauma Band of Mission Indians with terminating her six-year conservatorship after an intensive effort working collaboratively with the tribe’s counsel, the conservatee and the conservator.

Partner Ashley Phillips (AUS) assisted four families in formalizing their adoptions at the 21st annual Austin Adoption Day. Partners Jennifer Rangel and Melissa Davis Andrews; Associates Adrianne Waddell, Leslie Reynolds and Maya Frazier; Office Manager Amy Stork; Practice Assistants Elisabeth Villarreal and Martha Garcia; Receptionist Kathleen Harman; and Office Service Specialist Destiny Scarborough (all AUS) also volunteered during the event.

Associate Maria De Bedout (NYC) helped represent Grupo Energía Bogotá (GEB) as borrower on a five-year, $509 million term loan facility granted by Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. and the Bank of Nova Scotia to conclude the acquisition of five transmission concessionaires in Brazil through GEB’s Brazilian subsidiaries Argo Energia and Gebbras Participações.

Partners Tamsen Plume and Letitia Moore (both SFO) advised LPC West, an affiliate of national real estate developer Lincoln Property Company, on a new 13-story research and development/office building along the Anza Lagoon in Burlingame, California.

Partners Christine Gay (MIA), Linda Allderdice (CCC/ SFO), Ashley Phillips (AUS) and Marne Sussman (SFO), along with Associates Melanie Chaewsky (CCC), Emily Warfield (SFO) and Jessica Kirk (DAL), helped advise Neste in its acquisition of Crimson Renewable Energy Holdings’ used cooking oil (UCO) collection and aggregation business.

Partner Glynna Christian (CHI/NYC) represented Californiabased electric vehicle manufacturer Fisker Inc. with a number of matters leading up to the production launch of the Fisker Ocean, what the company calls the world’s most sustainable vehicle. Partners Ashley Shively (SFO) and Selene Espinosa (MEX), as well as Associate Sarah Parker (ATL), provided assistance.

Associate Sydney Alexander (MIA), along with Practice Assistants Carmen Ramsey (FTL) and Julia Frow (MIA), assisted Midland Credit Management Inc. (MCM) in obtaining an order granting a motion to dismiss in a case involving a second amended class action complaint against MCM.

Partners Caitlin Saladrigas (WPB), Cynthia Burnside (ATL) and Katherine Skeele (NYC), with assistance from Staff Attorney MacKenzie Gansert (ATL), obtained a significant victory in the first-ever antitrust action involving the poultry rendering industry as the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia denied a motion to dismiss an antitrust suit against Tyson Poultry Inc. and its related affiliates.

Associate Julia de la Parra (NYC) helped advise BofA Securities Inc. as dealer managers on a successful exchange offer from Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte S.A. (Edenor), Argentina’s largest electricity distribution company.

Associate Leonie Huang (NYC) helped defend Polar Electro Oy in a patent case, citing a strong Section 101 patent ineligibility defense.

Partner Rebecca Wilsker (BOS) represented M/C Partners in its substantial equity investment in Virginia-based C3 Integrated Solutions and Massachusetts-based Steel Root, two information technology and cybersecurity leaders that specialize in securing the nation’s defense industrial base (DIB). Support was provided by Partners Liz Schartz (DAL) and Erin Estevez (TYS), as well as Associate Catherine Barbaree (DAL).

Partner Jessie Brown (SFO) led a team that assisted Circle K in its nationwide rollout of online delivery of age-restricted products in partnership with marketplace facilitator Food Rocket. She also supported Circle K’s in-house legal and business teams in monitoring and executing on compliance requirements across state and local agencies, as well as provided timely advice on the mechanics of the rollout specific to payment, delivery, advertising and licensing issues. In addition, Partner Glynna Christian (CHI/NYC) advised on business and operational considerations specific to data strategy and compliance.

Associate Andrea James (HOU) helped defend firm client Shell USA in a contentious wrongful termination case after a three-week jury trial in a Texas state court in Harris County. The trial team also included Partner Melissa Davis Andrews (AUS), who provided appellate strategy and jury charge/instructions; Partner Kristi Soppet (HOU), who assisted with trial motions/briefing and themes; and Associate Francie Trimble (HOU), who handled pretrial motions. Paralegal LaTonya McPherson, Paralegal Assistant Olivia Culet, and Practice Assistants Annette Goins and Diana Miranda (all HOU) also provided key support.

Partner Kerry Halpern (PHL/NYC) and Associate Nicole Martini (PHL) advised PSB Holding Corp., owner of Provident State Bank Inc., on its acquisition by Summit Financial Group Inc., which controls Summit Community Bank. The team also advised Shore Bancshares Inc., the holding company of Shore United Bank N.A., in its acquisition of The Community Financial Corporation, the holding company of Community Bank of the Chesapeake.

Partners Susan Lafferty (WAS) and Madeleine Tan (NYC), along with Associate Morgan Moore (HOU), helped advised Suburban Propane Partners L.P. and its wholly owned subsidiary, Suburban Renewable Energy LLC, in the acquisition of a platform of renewable natural gas (RNG) assets from Equilibrium Capital Group, a leading sustainability-driven asset management firm.

Partner Lauren Benny (TYS/LAX) and Associate Christine Martinez (TYS) helped advise business advisory firm CrossCountry Consulting in connection with Investcorp’s majority stake acquisition.

Partner Katherine Markel, along with Associates Kelsey Parker (both TYS) and Kelly McKeon (SCT), helped represent government contractor InnovaSystems International LLC in its acquisition by Cydecor Inc.

Partner Lauren Benny (TYS/LAX) helped represent DLH Holdings Corp. in its acquisition of Grove Resource Solutions Inc. (GRSi).

A multi-office Holland & Knight team advised Malvern Bancorp Inc. in its strategic combination with First Bank. The merger consisted of First Bank, a New Jersey statechartered bank, acquiring Malvern Bancorp Inc., the parent company for Malvern Bank N.A. Partner Kerry Halpern (PHL/NYC) helped provide support on executive compensation and benefits issues.

Partner Amy Leder, along with Associate Brittany Cangelosi and Law Clerk Nicole Lamanna (all NYC), led the firm’s representation of Future PLC, the global platform for specialist media, on its $60 million acquisition of ActualTech Media LLC. They were assisted by Partner Christine Gay (MIA), Senior Counsel Ashley Thomas and Associate Mackenzie Zales (both WAS).

Partner Ashley Plemons (ATL) helped represent iNovex, a leading provider of software development and other technology services to intelligence agencies, in its financial and strategic partnership with Enlightenment Capital.

Events

The Houston Women’s Initiative participated in the Houston Young Lawyers Association’s Annual Adoptan-Angel Holiday Gift Drive program. Associates Kelsie Knight and Parker Young led the efforts with support from Partner Theresa Wanat. The donations provided holiday gifts to 135 children in need. The office has participated in this program for well over a decade, and each year, they exceed the previous year’s donations.

The Austin Women’s Initiative took part in a toy drive in support of Austin Police Operation Blue Santa, a nonprofit, community-based corporation that provides toys and food for 8,000 local families during the holiday season. Partners Melissa Davis Andrews and Jennifer Rangel (both AUS) organized the event. Partner Ashley Phillips and Associates Maya Frazier, Danielle Giaccio, Kelly Metz, Leslie Reynolds and Adrianne Waddell (all AUS) helped prepare and wrap gifts.

The Stamford Women’s Initiative organized a charitable holiday gift-giving event for Kids in Crisis, a Stamfordbased nonprofit organization providing temporary housing and comprehensive medical, educational and therapeutic support services for children of all ages. This was the office’s third year partnering with the organization and provided gifts to more than 25 children.

The Washington, D.C., Women’s Initiative hosted a holiday party and end-of-year service project to benefit Suited for Change, a nonprofit organization that provides professional attire, coaching and skills training to women in need who are seeking employment. Partner Christy Shiker and Senior Counsel June Marshall (both WAS) requested donations of freshly cleaned women’s professional business attire, such as suits, separates, shoes and accessories, from the entire Washington office. Holiday party attendees also were asked to donate a black handbag or purse suitable for work or an interview. In addition, a fundraising webpage created for the project brought in more than $1,500 in monetary donations.

The Miami Women’s Initiative celebrated the holidays at Puttshack Miami on Dec. 7. Attendees brought their game faces for a round of upscale, high-tech mini golf among friendly competition. The ladies enjoyed cocktails and great food while jamming to the fresh tunes of the house DJ.

The Atlanta Women’s Initiative hosted an end-of-theyear cocktail party at Bastone on Nov. 30 to celebrate the year’s successes. The event had a fantastic turnout, with approximately 20 women from the Atlanta office connecting in-person for charcuterie and wine. The drinks and conversation flowed, and younger associates received some excellent career advice from Partners Cindy Brazell (ATL) and Nellie Sullivan (ATL/CLT).

The Dallas Women’s Initiative Women’s Initiative celebrated fall with an autumn wreath-making event on Nov. 10. No craft skills were required, and light hors d’oeuvres and drinks were served.

The New York Women’s Initiative ushered in the holidays with friends and colleagues at a special Holiday Cocktails for a Cause event at Williams Sonoma on Nov. 15. Attendees enjoyed a selection of holiday cocktails, local seasonal brews and traditional holiday-inspired food while the store’s professionals provided insightful tips geared toward effortless holiday entertaining. All attendees received 20 percent off their total in-store purchases for the evening, and 10 percent of the event’s proceeds benefitted St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

The Mexico City Women’s Initiative held an integration and mentoring breakfast on Nov. 10 for female attorneys in the Mexico City offices. Partner Selene Espinosa and Senior Counsel Regina Legorreta (both MEX), who serve as local coordinators, stressed that in union, there is strength – and fun!

Holland & Knight was the leading sponsor of the International Bar Association’s (IBA) Women in International M&A brunch on Oct. 30. Attendees –including Partners Alexandra Aguirre, Lara Rios (both MIA/NYC), Kelly-Ann Cartwright, Elena Otero, Aymee Valdivia (all MIA), Danielle Garno (MIA/LAX), Emma Solaún (MIA/TPA), Glynna Christian (CHI/NYC), Cheryl Feeley (WAS) and Amy Leder (NYC), along with International Law Clerk Agustina Perez (MIA) – gathered at OLA Miami to enjoy mimosas, delicious Latin cuisine, and networking with international colleagues and friends. They also heard from Patricia Menendez Cambo, former general counsel and managing partner of the SoftBank Latin America Fund, who shared her experiences as a legal professional.

Attorneys and staff from the Boston office partnered with Birthday Wishes for their 9/11 Day of Service event, cosponsored by the Boston Women’s Initiative, helping to pack and wrap 40 birthdays-in-a-box to brighten the lives of children living in homeless shelters. Partner Jessica Early, Associates Maria de la Motte and Meghal Shah, Staff Attorney Kimberly Paster, Practice Assistants

Cathy Hobart and Debbie Gaudreau and Receptionist

Nancy Rose (all BOS) helped plan the event. Participants included Partners Courtney Batliner, Meredeth Beers, Mary Beth Hubner, Miriam McKendall, Dianne Phillips, Courtney Worcester and Lynne Xerras; Associates

Emily Kaiser, Sydney Kanjuparamban, Jennifer Lee and Brenna Toomey; Paralegals Eileen Albini, Susan

Bury and Kendall Milligan; Paralegal Assistant Lillian Kelly; Practice Assistants Michelle Barnes, Denise Bennett, Eileen Dicks, Sherry Larkin and Jadah McAskill; and Senior Attorney Recruiting Manager Bronagh Fay (all BOS).

The women of Holland & Knight’s Representations and Warranties Insurance Team hosted “Cheers and Chocolate,” a night of champagne, cheese and chocolate, in the firm’s New York office on Oct. 12. Attendees enjoyed an evening of delicious food, networking and conversation.

Awards and Accolades

The Legal 500 Latin America

Holland & Knight is recommended as one of the top international law firms in Latin America, including Colombia and Mexico, in The Legal 500 Latin America 2023 edition. The firm was named a Top Tier Firm in Environment (Colombia) and Energy and Natural Resources (Mexico), and generally for Latin America (Miami). In addition, the following women received individual recognitions:

Next Generation Partners

Juliana Saa (BOG) – Banking and Finance

Rising Stars

Natalia Dávila (BOG) – Tax

Inés Vesga (BOG) – Energy and Natural Resources

Massachusetts Super Lawyers

Super Lawyers has named 10 attorneys in Holland & Knight’s Boston office as “Super Lawyers” and nine attorneys as “Rising Stars” for 2022, including the following women:

Massachusetts Super Lawyers

Jessica Early: Business Litigation

Shari Levitan: Estate & Probate

Massachusetts Rising Stars

Stephanie Merabet: Employment & Labor

Cara Santoro: Nonprofit Organizations

Rebecca Wilsker: Mergers & Acquisitions

Texas Super Lawyers

Super Lawyers has named 55 attorneys in Holland & Knight’s Texas offices as “Super Lawyers” for 2022, including the following women:

Austin

Debbie Alsup: Appellate

Melissa Davis Andrews: Appellate

Ashley Phillips: Environmental

Dallas

Tricia DeLeon: Business Litigation

Jolisa Dobbs: Energy & Natural Resources

Barbara Ferguson: Estate Planning & Probate

Martha Harris: Real Estate

Meghan McCaig: Business Litigation

Mary McNulty: Tax

Lee Meyercord: Tax

Emily Parker: Tax

Liz Schartz: Employment Litigation: Defense

Debra Villarreal: Energy & Natural Resources

Fort Worth

Susan Coleman: Real Estate

Houston

Anna Sankaran: Business Litigation

Megan Schmid: Business Litigation

New York Super Lawyers

Super Lawyers has named 20 attorneys in Holland & Knight’s New York office as “Super Lawyers” and nine attorneys as “Rising Stars” for 2022, including the following women:

New York Metro Super Lawyers

Marion Bachrach: Criminal Defense: White Collar

New York Metro Rising Stars

Roxanna Brahimy: Real Estate

Brittney Edwards: Business Litigation

Rachel Katz: Real Estate

Marie Larsen: Transportation/Maritime

IFLR1000 guide

The International Financial Law Review has honored 31 Holland & Knight attorneys as leading corporate finance lawyers in its annual IFLR1000 guide, including the following women:

Amy Curtis (DAL): Notable Practitioner – Capital Markets: Debt, M&A

Selene Espinosa (MEX): Highly Regarded – M&A

Lara Rios (MIA/NYC): Notable Practitioner – Financial Services

Sara Bernard (ORL): Highly Regarded – Banking, Real Estate Finance

The Best Lawyers in Mexico

Holland & Knight was named “Law Firm of the Year” for Energy Law in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in Mexico. In addition, 26 attorneys received individual recognitions, including the following women:

Selene Espinosa

Banking and Finance Law

Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Project Finance and Development Practice

Regina Legorreta

Project Finance and Development Practice

Catalina Mandujano

Ones to Watch: Tax Law

Julia Segovia

Ones to Watch: Energy Law

Laura Zielinski

International Arbitration

Additional Awards

Holland & Knight again has been recognized as one of Latin America’s leading law firms worldwide, with highly recommended practices in the U.S., Mexico and Colombia, in the latest edition of Latin Lawyer 250. International women lawyers who are mentioned include Partners Alexandra Aguirre (MIA/NYC), Maria Currier (MIA), Marisa Marinelli (NYC) and Aymee Valdivia (MIA). In addition, Associate Jimena Nieto (BOG) was recognized among Colombia lawyers.

Partner Tory Koob (LON) was individually ranked in the in the Aviation: Finance category of the 2023 Chambers UK guide.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was selected for inclusion in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in Colombia for Energy Law.

Partner Mary McNulty (DAL) was recognized as the 2021 Outstanding Texas Tax Lawyer at the State Bar of Texas Tax Section’s 2022 annual fall conference in Dallas. Mary is the second Holland & Knight attorney to receive the Tax Section’s Outstanding Texas Tax Lawyer award, following Consulting Counsel Emily Parker (DAL) in 2012.

Partner Valerie Brown (PHL) was named among the Best of the Bar 2022 in employment litigation by the Philadelphia Business Journal. She was recognized at an awards celebration and in a special edition of the publication.

Partner Anna Sankaran (HOU) was recognized as a Diversity and Inclusion Champion by Texas Lawyer as part of its Texas Legal Awards.

Partner Maria Currier (MIA) was honored by City & State Florida among its Florida Health Care Power 100. The list identifies the most important figures in the health care space, including government officials, hospital and insurance CEOs, leaders of trade associations and professional organizations, medical school presidents, lobbyists, entrepreneurs and others who are shaping Florida’s medical systems.

Five attorneys – including Partner Janis Schiff (WAS) –were named to Washingtonian magazine’s Top Lawyers Hall of Fame. The list features lawyers who have been included on the publication’s annual Top Lawyers list at least 10 times in the past 15 years. Janis was recognized in the Real Estate section.

Associate Sarah Tremer (OCM) was selected as a Top Young Diverse Lawyer of Orange County for 2022 by the Orange County Coalition for Diversity in Law (OCCDL) at its 2022 DEI Awards Gala. The award honors attorneys in Orange County practicing for 10 or fewer years who have been recognized by their peers for demonstrating legal excellence and displaying a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) principles in the Orange County community.

Partner Anita Mosner (WAS) was named in Expert Guides: Best of the Best USA. Anita and Partners Tory Koob (LON), Judy Nemsick (NYC), Sarah Korapaty (NYC/CLT) and Audrey Sung (SFO) were listed in Expert Guides: Women in Business Law. In addition, Associates Laura Lewis (NYC) and Noelle Boyce (LON) were recognized in Expert Guides: Rising Stars

Partner Julie Blackmore (FTL) participated in a charity fundraising event on Sept. 10 in Fort Lauderdale for nonprofits HANDY and H.O.M.E.S. Inc., organizations that assist vulnerable youth and lower-income Broward County residents. Julie was selected to serve on the Homecoming Court and was crowned Homecoming Queen because she raised more than $14,000 – the largest total among the court’s female candidates. She also has been a board member and the NextGen chair of both HANDY and H.O.M.E.S. Inc. since 2021.

Holland & Knight earned top rankings in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500 United Kingdom guide. The firm is recommended in the areas of Transport Finance and Leasing as well as Aviation. In addition, Partner Tory Koob was listed as a “Next Generation Partner” in Aviation, as well as Transport Finance and Leasing, and Associate Noelle Boyce (both LON) was honored in the Transport Finance and Leasing category.

Partner Maria Currier (MIA) has been named a Health Care MVP by Law360. She is one of only five healthcare lawyers in the country to be selected for this honor. Law360 cited her role leading Holland & Knight’s Healthcare & Life Sciences Team, “where she helps package Florida healthcare companies into billion-dollar deals.” In 2021, she helped advise Lionheart Acquisition Corp. II, a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) in connection with Lionheart’s public offering, through acquisition of MSP Recovery LLC for $32.6 billion. Maria also advised on the sale of 26 managed care clinics to Genuine Health Group.

Associate Maria Cortes (PHL) has been recognized among the 30 Under 35 Top Young Latino Leaders of South Jersey for 2022. Every year, in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Front Runner New Jersey and its “Front Runner La Prensa” column seek to recognize young Hispanics in a wide variety of fields who are making a positive difference throughout the region. In addition to her legal practice, Maria serves as the Atlantic and Cape May County trustee for the Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey, as well as co-chair of its Mental Education and Nourishment Through Engagement (MENTE) Conference.

Partner Frances De La Guardia (MIA) was sworn in as Hispanic National Bar Association regional president for Region VIII (Florida).

Partner Laura Renstrom (JAX) was sworn in as president of the Jacksonville Chapter of the Federal Bar Association on Sept. 14 at a luncheon celebrating the organization’s 50th anniversary. The Jacksonville Chapter was founded in 1972 to promote the welfare, interests, education and professional development of all attorneys involved in federal law in the greater Jacksonville area.

Senior Counsel June Marshall (WAS) has been appointed by Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser to a twoyear term as a member of the district’s Green Building Advisory Council (GBAC). The GBAC monitors the district’s compliance with relevant green building requirements and makes recommendations on green building policies. The advisory board includes representatives from government agencies and volunteers from the private and nonprofit sectors who live or work in the district.

Associates Allia Howard and Wynter Scott (both DAL) were included for membership and listed in The National Black Lawyers Top 100 and Top 40 Under 40.

Partner Amy Edwards (WAS) was elected as an officer of the American College of Environmental Lawyers (ACOEL) Foundation for a one-year term. She also co-chairs ACOEL’s Education Committee.

Associate Elliott Beale (CLT/JAX) was part of a team that represented Waychoff’s Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. as it was acquired by Strikepoint Group Holdings. The transaction was named Corporate/Strategic Deal of the Year (Between $25 - $50 million) at this year’s Annual M&A Advisor Awards, hosted by The M&A Advisor.

Partner Kathryn Lehman (WAS) was named a Top Lobbyist by The Hill for the 12th consecutive year. The publication honors the corporate lobbyists, hired guns, association leaders and grassroots activists who leveraged their skills, knowledge and connections to make a difference in the nation’s capital this year.

Associate Maya Frazier (AUS) was honored by the Austin Black Business Journal as a 2022 “Top 10 Up & Coming Lawyer.” Maya and the other nine honorees were recognized for achieving professional excellence and actively paving the way to success for others.

Partner Liz Schartz (DAL) has been named to the Big 12 Conference Business Advisory Board. The board was formed recently to collaborate and help co-author the conference’s business strategy and includes of some of the most successful leaders from a variety of fields who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience in building global brands and dynamic businesses. Board members also will have mentoring opportunities with Big 12 student-athletes, as well as additional opportunities for integration into the conference’s landscape.

Partner Shari Levitan (BOS) was named among the “Best of the Best” in Legal Media Group’s Expert Guides in recognition of her work with trusts and estates.

Partners Ariel Robinson (CCC) and Alexis Alonzo (CCC/ LAX) have been named to the Los Angeles Business Journal’s list of 2022 Leaders of Influence: Thriving in Their 40s. Ariel was recognized for building “a thriving law practice by mastering the myriad aspects of any challenge, from complex real estate transactions to sensitive workplace issues involving professionals and their careers.” In Alexis’ feature article, the publication calls attention to “the niche area of real estate law that comprises the majority of her practice: an alternative land finance vehicle called land banking.”

Super Lawyers has recognized Partner Gemma Galeoto (DAL) as one of its Up-and-Coming 50 Women as part of the magazine’s 2022 Texas Top Women Attorneys and Rising Stars list. Gemma was one of four Holland & Knight female attorneys – along with Partners Elissa McClure (DAL/OCM), Sara Staha and Brooke Sizer (both DAL) –who were named Rising Stars in Texas.

Partner and Government Section Leader Karen Walker (TAL/WAS) was recently named to City & State Florida magazine’s Florida Women Power 100 list, which highlights the most influential women in Florida politics and government, including elected officials, high-powered lobbyists and leaders from the worlds of business, nonprofits, media, social justice, conservative think tanks, public relations, strategic messaging and fundraising.

Associate Ariel Wossené (RIC) is participating in Toyota’s Counsel in Motion Program, an innovative five-month program for diverse senior associates to learn about Toyota’s business in depth, hear from Toyota leaders, enhance their business development skills, and participate in a design thinking workshop and a hackathon. In addition, Partner Tiffani Lee (MIA) is participating in Toyota’s Carpe D.I.E.M. Program, a think tank comprising senior leaders in law firms and a select group of Toyota senior leaders who will help put DEI in motion by analyzing and addressing some of the persistent challenges inhibiting the legal profession’s efforts to become truly inclusive. Partners Kwamina Williford (WAS), Judy Mercier (ORL) and Elissa McClure (DAL/OCM) helped bring the opportunities to the firm.

Partner Kelly-Ann Cartwright (MIA) has been named to the International Association of Defense Counsel.

Partners Alexandra Aguirre (MIA/NYC) and Aymee Valdivia (MIA) have been named to Latinvex’s Latin America: Top 100 Female Lawyers list. The publication considered women at nearly 100 law firms and selected its honorees from 61 firms based in the U.S., U.K., Canada and Bermuda.

Legal Services of Greater Miami honored a team of Holland & Knight attorneys, including Partner Elena Otero (MIA), with its Champions of Justice Award during its 2022 Annual Pro Bono Celebration.

Newsworthy Networking

Partner Trisha Rich (CHI/NYC) led the Holland & Knight webinar, “2022 Legal Ethics Year in Review: News You Can Use,” on Dec. 15. She discussed the most important developments of the last year in legal ethics and reviewed what lawyers should know to protect themselves and their clients from cybersecurity, plagiarism, crowdfunding and a number of other misconducts.

Partner Marisa Marinelli (NYC) and Staff Attorney Laura Zielinski (MEX) participated in a virtual panel organized by the Space Arbitration Association and hosted by Space Watch Global on Dec. 15. The panel, “What’s Next for Space Arbitration?” centered on discussions around commercial initiatives directed at mitigating risks, the current state of international legal efforts, risk management in space contracts and the role international arbitration plays as a complementary protection.

Associate Marina O’Brien (WAS) joined a webinar on Dec. 14 hosted by The Knowledge Group titled, “Recent CFIUS Developments: Demystifying the Implications to U.S. Foreign Investments.” The presentation provided a comprehensive overview of the significant developments and key trends in CFIUS, as well as best practices to safeguard transactions from risks and complications.

Partner Susan Lafferty (WAS) moderated a panel at the Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) Conference on Dec. 14 titled, “Renewable Fuel Standard: A Discussion on EPA’s Proposed SET Rule and the Potential Impact of eRINs, BioIntermediates, and D3 RIN Supply and Demand.”

Partner Dianne Phillips (BOS) presented a Strafford webinar on Dec. 13. The session, “PFAS and Beyond –Emerging Contaminants Regulation, Litigation, Recent Science, Risks, and Liabilities,” examined issues related to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Associate Cara Santoro (BOS/SCT) was a co-presenter of the Strafford Webinar, “Private Foundation Self-Dealing Rules: Estate Planning and Administration Issues, Tax Considerations, Best Practices,” on Dec. 13. She helped to provide estate planning counsel and advisers with an overview of private foundations excise tax rules and a practical guide to self-dealing rules, as well as pitfalls to avoid, corrective measures and avoiding penalties.

Senior Policy Advisor Beth Viola (WAS) spoke at PACENation’s Monthly Member Webinar on Dec. 13. She discussed how the 2022 midterm elections affect the state and federal political landscape, as well as what changes may happen to the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) loan that allows financing for renewable energy improvements at a commercial or residential property.

Partner Jessica Early (BOS) shared opening remarks at the Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) 8th Annual Appellate Practice Conference on Dec. 12. She also served as a panelist for two sessions: “Comparative Perspective: Insights from the Sitting Judges Who Have Served on Both State Appellate Courts” and “Change in Perspective: An Overview of Recent Appellate Rule Changes.”

Partner Barbra Parlin (NYC) presented during a PLI Webinar on Dec. 12. Her segment was titled, “Nuts & Bolts of Bankruptcy – The Corporate Bankruptcy Estate and Claims against the Estate.”

Attorneys and staff from Holland & Knight’s Dallas office – including Partners Kelly Bagnall (DAL) and Jessica Magee (DAL/FTW); Law Clerk Francesca Ferrara; and Practice Assistants Mary Caswell, Kristi Moore and Tanya Wadsworth (all DAL) – along with several of their family members and friends, assisted Operation Homefront, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping military families, with its Dec. 10 holiday meal distribution in Irving, Texas. This was the first time Holland & Knight has joined with Operation Homefront to support the annual event.

Partner Tiffani Lee (MIA); Senior Counsel Nneka Obiokoye (DEN); and Associates Chloe Farrar, Wynter Scott (both DAL), Maya Frazier (AUS), Olufunke Leroy (PHL) and Tanisha Pinkins (ATL) were among the attendees at the 22nd Annual Charting Your Own Course (CYOC) Conference held Dec. 8-11. The CYOC focuses on placing attorneys of color in the path of practical career strategies, delivered on a straight-talk platform by senior attorneys who are personally invested in the attendees.

Senior Policy Advisor Elizabeth Noll (WAS) spoke on a Peak Power Inc. webinar panel, “How Will the Inflation Reduction Act Affect Future Energy Storage Projects?” on Dec. 7. She discussed the real-world implications of the IRA that states are best suited to take advantage of this new law and constraints that may hamper growth.

Partners Marisa Marinelli (NYC) and Katharine Menéndez de la Cuesta (MIA) co-presented the Holland & Knight webinar, “2022 U.S. International Arbitration Review: A Report on Significant Judicial Decisions in the U.S.,” on Dec. 7.

Partner Chelsea Maclean (SFO) co-presented the Holland & Knight webinar, “California’s 2023 Housing Laws Part II: A Deeper Dive and the Broader Picture,” on Dec. 7. In the annual legislative recap, she helped highlight notable housing laws that did not receive as much high-profile coverage and gave practical tips on how to apply the best aspects of these laws to projects through a mix of entitlement and litigation strategies.

Staff Attorney Laura Zielinski (MEX) served on the panel, “International Investment Protection of Space Assets,” during Washington Arbitration Week on Dec. 1. She shared new arbitration techniques and developments, evolving interpretations and best practices for protecting space assets.

Partners Mary McNulty and Lee Meyercord (both DAL) spoke at the University of Texas Law CLE’s Annual Taxation Conference on Nov. 30. Their segment, “Dealing with Sticky Situations: Overbroad IDRs, Requests for Client Interviews, and Other Tricky Audit Situations,” focused on best practices and considerations in handling these tricky situations, as well as the importance of civility in interactions with the IRS.

Partners Tamsen Plume and Letitia Moore, along with Associate Deborah Brundy (all SFO), attended the Light in the Grove celebration at the National AIDS Memorial Grove in San Francisco on Nov. 30. Holland & Knight has been retained by the National AIDS Memorial Inc. to provide land use advice on its proposed new Center for Health and Social Justice, which will create an internationally recognized center for action on health and social justice, as well as provide a permanent home to the AIDS Memorial Quilt in San Francisco.

Staff Attorney Laura Zielinski (MEX) moderated the panel, “Can We Arbitrate Harmful Interference Disputes?” organized by the Space Arbitration Association and hosted by Space Watch Global on Nov. 28. The panel addressed the problem of unintentional harmful interference and presented the applicable legal obligations under both the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) rules and general international space law.

Holland & Knight’s inaugural Associate Hackathon was a success, with the winning idea focused on a system to better manage time. The winning team included Associates Sydney Alexander (MIA), Leizl Hinajon (SFO) and Emily Holpert (CHI), among others. Other participants included Associates Kathleen St. John (BOS), Anna Boyer, Francie Trimble (both HOU), Alexandra Ward (WAS) and Maya Frazier (AUS), while IT Business Relationship Manager DeLinda Woodson and Public Affairs Advisor Hannah Coulter (both WAS) provided support to the teams.

Associate Jaime Herren (SFO) spoke at the Contra Costa Bar Association’s Annual MCLE Spectacular on Nov 18. Her topic was “Becoming an Expert on Expert Witnesses Attorney.”

Associate Marina O’Brien (WAS) participated in a Nov. 18 webinar hosted by The Knowledge Group titled “Recent CFIUS Developments: Demystifying the Implications to U.S. Foreign Investments.” The speakers provided a comprehensive overview of the significant developments and key trends in the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and shared best practices to safeguard transactions from risks and complications.

Partner Meital Stavinsky (MIA/WAS) moderated the panel, “Cultivating the Future of Agriculture,” on Nov. 17 at the American Jewish Committee’s Expanding the Ecosystem: Miami-Israel Innovation Conference. The panel spotlighted current collaboration in the innovation space and created new partnerships between Israel and South Florida.

Partners Marie Larsen and Barbra Parlin (both NYC) were among the maritime attorneys who hosted a half-day program on Nov. 17 at the New York Ship Finance Forum titled “Ship Finance Academy.” The program was designed to help new entrants to the ship finance industry quickly learn the most important aspects of the business in a focused and collegial environment.

Partner Chelsea Maclean and Associate Emily Warfield (both SFO) were among the presenters of Holland & Knight’s webinar, “California’s 2023 Housing Laws Part I: Housing Law Heavy Hitters.” The Nov. 16 program provided insights and an overview of the most notable new laws that affect housing project applicants.

Partner Lynn Calkins (WAS) spoke at the Holland & Knight program, “NATP Litigation Training: Case and Time Management for New Associates,” on Nov. 16.

Partner Liz Craddock (WAS) was among the speakers during the webinar, “Beyond the Midterms: Looking Ahead to the 118th Congress,” co-hosted with Bloomberg Government on Nov. 15. Panelists analyzed the midterm results and provided insights to help participants prepare for what to expect in 2023 and beyond. The webinar was part of the Public Policy & Regulation (PP&R) Group’s Fall Politics and Policy Series.

Partners Jessica Magee (DAL/FTW) and Amy Curtis (DAL) spoke at the Dallas Women Lawyers Association (DWLA) and Women’s In-House Network (WIN) fall luncheon on Nov. 15. During their program, “The World of ESG: What Every In-House Counsel Should Know,” they discussed how the basic principles of an environmental, social and governance (ESG) program are often viewed as indicative of a company’s ethical and cultural foundations.

Partner Kathryn Lehman and Senior Policy Advisor Elizabeth Noll (both WAS) were among the speakers at the 2022 Midterm Post-Election Briefing, co-hosted with Quorum on Nov. 11. The panel of policy professionals discussed what happened in key races, how potential shifts in the majority will impact key committees, what it all means for the rest of 2022 and what policy changes are anticipated in 2023. The webinar was part of the Public Policy & Regulation (PP&R) Group’s Fall Politics and Policy Series.

Partner Amy Edwards (WAS) served on the planning committee for the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference. In addition, she presented on the topic, “The Role of the Legal Profession in the Climate Crisis,” on Nov. 10 and on the topic, “Blue Zone: Lawyers, Bars & Law Societies in the Climate Crisis,” on Nov. 12.

Senior Counsel Wendy Robbins (BOS) led a webinar, “This Can Happen – Bringing Mental Illness to the Workplace,” on Nov. 10.

Partner Barbara Martinez (MIA) co-presented the Holland & Knight webinar, “HR Toolkit Series – Part 4: Building a Workplace Violence Protection Program,” on Nov. 10. She shared how workplace violence can be prevented if proper precautions are taken in advance.

Partners Renee Lewis and Chelsea McCarthy (boCHI) spoke at the Employee Owned 2022 Conference organized by The ESOP Association on Nov. 9-11.

Renee’s session, “Funding ESOP Distributions – What You Need to Know,” explored recycling, redeeming and reshuffling to maintain the sustainability of a company. Chelsea’s session, “Managing Board Conflicts of Interest,” explored the issues surrounding board conflicts of interest and discussed tips for identifying, documenting and minimizing a conflict, as well as situations that require additional consideration.

Partners Courtney Worcester (BOS), Elena Otero (MIA) and Jessica Farmer (WAS) attended the National Association of Women Lawyers’s (NAWL) General Counsel Institute conference on Nov. 9-10 in New York. Elena, Jessica and Associate Lisa Kohring (WPB) also participated in NAWL’s leadership program in the fall.

Associate Jaime Herren (SFO) was a co-presenter at the 59th Annual Hawaii Tax Institute on Nov. 9. Her topic was, “Video Killed the Radio Star and Digital Assets are Killing the Paper Trail: A Primer on Digital Assets – How to Plan and Administer Them.”

Partner Dianne Phillips (BOS) presented at the Dewatering and Remediation General Permit (DRGP) Technical Meeting, hosted by the New England Chapter of the Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals (AHMP), on Nov. 9. She gave an overview of the new DRGP that applies generally in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, and discussed how the DRGP provides coverage for discharges that are a result of four types of wastewaters and four types of dewatering and remediation activities.

Senior Counsel Margarita Solorza (BOG) co-presented the Holland & Knight webinar, “¿Sabía de la Obligación de Sembrar Dos Árboles por Cada uno de sus Empleados?” on Nov. 9. The speakers shared their thoughts on la Ley 2173 del 2021, which requires companies to plant two trees for each employee.

Partner Melissa Wong (BOS) participated in a virtual discussion, “Medicare Part D: Coverage and Rebate Pricing Essentials,” during the American Conference Institute’s Rx Drug Pricing and Rebate Fundamentals workshop on Nov. 9. She covered a variety of topics, including identifying coverages under Part D, understanding the mechanics of Part D, and reviewing Part D fraud and abuse concerns.

Associate Jaime Herren (SFO) spoke about copyrights and NFTs at an American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) event on Nov. 5.

Partners Hilary Lane (TPA) and Ashley Shively (SFO) spoke at a Privacy + Security Forum hosted by the Privacy + Security Academy on Nov. 4. During the panel, “Derisking Your Website,” they provided practical guidance for navigating through the privacy and consumer protections landscape, with a focus on a company’s website and how to lower the risks associated with it.

Partner Stacey Wang and Associates Stacie Chau, Wendy Qiu and Sheila Shen (all LAX) were among the 2,000 attendees at the 2022 National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) Convention. The firm also hosted a client appreciation luncheon during the event on Nov. 4.

Associate Sheila Shen (LAX) spoke at the International Bar Association’s (IBA) Annual Conference on Nov. 3. Her session, “Catastrophes, Climate Change and Insurance Industry Implications,” explored how climate change and increasingly severe natural disasters are affecting the insurance industry.

Partner Lynn Calkins (WAS) spoke at the 2022 OpTech Conference for the National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) on Nov. 2. Her topic was “The Big Risks Facing Multifamily & What to Do About It.”

Partner Lara Rios (MIA/NYC) spoke at the International Bar Association’s (IBA) Annual Conference on Nov. 1. Her panel, “Pushing the Sustainability Agenda Through the Legal Profession,” examined how law firms and law schools are addressing ESG factors and what they are doing to promote sustainability.

Senior Counsel June Marshall (WAS) participated in a virtual roundtable on Nov. 1, hosted by the District of Columbia Office of Planning and the District of Columbia Building Industry Association DCBIA. The webinar offered an overview on affordable housing, as well as outstanding proposed text amendments.

Partner Glynna Christian (CHI/NYC) served on the panel, “Contracting of IT Assets (Digitalization 2.0) in an Increasingly Complex Regulatory Environment,” during the International Bar Association’s (IBA) Annual Conference on Oct. 31. The panel addressed contracting, transacting and other challenges of outsourcing within emerging sectors, such as fintech, against the background of financial services regulation, delivery chain requirements, corporate social responsibility, cybersecurity and related issues.

Staff Attorney Laura Zielinski (MEX) spoke at a roundtable, “A Taste of Hot Topics in the Intellectual Property, Communications and Technology Section,” during the International Bar Association’s (IBA) Annual Conference on Oct. 30. During her session on space arbitration, she covered available dispute resolution mechanisms, the advantages of arbitration as a dispute resolution option, arbitration clauses in coordination agreements to ensure the arbitrability of violations, and the need for resolution mechanisms for disputes arising from space collisions.

Partner Glynna Christian (CHI/NYC) spoke at the Fifth Annual Trade Secrets Protection, Enforcement and Litigation Chicago Conference on Oct. 27. During the panel “Trade Secrets Theft: Civil Litigation & Criminal Prosecution,” she discussed recent developments, key challenges and best practices in managing and protecting trade secrets.

Holland & Knight’s Washington, D.C., office hosted a Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) Leadership Luncheon on Oct. 27 with client Dentsu International. Partner Stacey Wang (LAX) has grown the relationship with the company over the years, and Partners KellyAnn Cartwright (MIA), Tina Tellado (LAX/PHL) and Kwamina Williford (WAS) also have managed several recent Dentsu matters. Leadership Lunches provide a unique opportunity for law firm and corporate LCLD members to engage in a casual environment over lunch and conversation.

Partner Danielle Garno (MIA/LAX) joined a panel of predominant female leaders in the sports and entertainment industries to address how their roles are paving a way for women in law in a male-dominated industry. The Women’s Powerhouse Panel, held on Oct. 26, was hosted by the University of Miami School of Law and Miami Law Women.

Associate Lauren Klein (MIA) presented at a Leimberg Services webinar on Oct. 26. During the session, “Navigating U.S. Immigration and Taxation Laws When Significant Wealth Is Involved,” the speakers reviewed issues that arise in these situations, including how to determine the right type of visa to obtain and what to do when encountering national security concerns.

Partner Kathryn Lehman and Associate Kayla Gebeck Carroll (both WAS) co-led the Holland & Knight webinar, “Midterm Elections and Implications for the Farm Bill,” on Oct. 26 as part of the Public Policy & Regulation (PP&R) Group’s Fall Politics and Policy Series. The speakers shared an overview of key House and Senate races and how the results may impact the 2023 Farm Bill reauthorization process.

Partner Mary McNulty (DAL) participated in the Tax Executives Institute’s (TEI) 77th Annual Conference on Oct. 26. She was a panelist for a presentation titled, “New Developments at IRS Appeals.”

Partner Marisa Terrenzi (TYS) moderated the discussion, “State of Affairs of Lower Middle Market GovCon M&A,” on Oct. 26, hosted by the National Capital Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG). Speakers looked at trends in the private equity, investment banker and commercial banking industries.

Partner Elissa McClure (DAL/OCM), along with Associates Sarah Tremer and Krystal Anderson (both OCM), attended the Iranian American Bar Association’s Orange County Chapter fall mixer on Oct. 26. Holland & Knight sponsored the event, and Krystal serves on the IABA board as vice president.

Partner Amy Curtis (DAL) was invited to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on Oct. 25 for the opening bell ceremony announcing the newly formed public company Granite Ridge Resources Inc. Granite Ridge was formed from the combination of Dallas-based investment firm Grey Rock Investment Partners with special purpose acquisition entity Executive Network Partnering Corp. (ENPC), a deal that she helped lead.

Partner Hilary Lane (TPA) spoke at a Business Ethics, Privacy and Security Workshop hosted by the University of Miami Herbert Business School and University of Miami Ethics Programs. The workshop, held on Oct. 25, focused on data privacy legislation.

After working remotely for so long, the Boston Diversity Committee – including Partners Dianne Phillips and Ilenna Stein, along with Area Development Manager Amanda Notarangelo (all BOS) – invited attorneys and staff back to the office on Oct. 25 to reconnect and learn about their colleagues through items from their desks. During the “Match the Merch” contest, each participant selected a personal item from their office or workspace that reflects an aspect of their personality/identity, and attendees were asked to try and guess which item belongs to which person.

Associate Laura Lewis (NYC) spoke at the New York City Bar’s Hot Topic in Aviation 2022 hybrid seminar on Oct. 24. Her panel, “Impact of Current World Events & Trends in Aviation,” covered the Russia and Ukraine war, impact on aircraft leases, verifying credentials of pilots, and spare parts and certification.

Twenty-six associates – including Samantha Greenfield, Jennifer Lada, Stephanie Merabet (all NYC), Annie Banks (POR), Annelise Del Rivero (MIA), Cindy Gierhart (WAS), Maria Gil (HOU), Anne Kelley (TPA), Lisa Kpor (CHI), Krithika Rajkumar (BOS), Talis Trevino (ATL) and Kensye Wood (DEN) – attended the second session of the John Hogan Trial Academy on Oct. 23-26. Partners Deb Barnard (BOS), Barbara Martinez (MIA) and Tracy Quinn (PHL) were among the faculty members.

Partner Lindsey Camp (WPB/ATL) participated in the ESOP Association’s Great Lakes Regional Conference on Oct. 21. Her presentation, “Board Litigation and Risk Management,” provided board members with an overview of their responsibilities under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), requirements for board and committee composition, and best practices for reducing litigation risks.

Staff Attorney Laura Zielinski (MEX) moderated a virtual panel on outer space and international arbitration organized by the Space Arbitration Association and hosted by Space Watch Global. During the Oct. 20 program, “Does Space Arbitration Fit into the New Space Economy?” speakers discussed recent developments in the New Space Economy, explored the potential for disputes in different areas and shared thoughts on the role international arbitration will play for the space industry in the coming years.

Partner Dianne Phillips (BOS) participated in the Oct. 19 panel, “Microplastics: The Latest Information,” during the Association for Environmental Health and Sciences (AEHS) Foundation’s 38th Annual International Conference on Soils, Sediments, Water and Energy. The panel provided a comprehensive understanding and the most up-to-date information associated with microplastics.

Partners Hilary Lane (TPA), Rachel Marmor (BOS) and Ashley Shively (SFO) co-led the Holland & Knight webinar, “Meet the New Data Subjects: Complying with California’s Rules for Workforce and B2B Data,” on Oct. 18. The webinar was the first session in a three-part series on designing enterprise data strategy to align with the requirements of new state laws in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Virginia and Utah.

Partner Elena Otero (MIA) participated in the Seventh Annual Real Estate Family Office and Private Wealth Management Forum, hosted by IMN, on Oct. 18. She was part of the panel, “Continued Direct Real Estate Investing.”

Partners Judy Nemsick, Robin Feiner (both NYC) and Victoria Zerjav (SCT/NYC), along with Associates Kelly McKeon and Alyssa Helal (both SCT), attended The New York Conversation on Board Diversity, an in-person strategic networking event hosted by 50/50 Women on Boards, on Oct. 18. The program included several presentations from successful women who currently hold roles on corporate boards, as well as an interactive networking component geared toward many different topics depending on the stage in your career – including for the more junior attendees, board fundamentals and what it’s like to serve on a board. 50/50 Women on Boards is the leading global education and advocacy campaign driving the movement toward gender balance and diversity on corporate boards.

Senior Counsel June Marshall (WAS) attended the Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) Conference on Oct. 17-19 in Washington, D.C. The event for women inhouse and outside counsel drew more than 600 attendees from across the globe to share their leadership, guidance and insight on topics such as environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance, the future landscape of cybersecurity, mastering transactions and more.

Attorneys and advisors from Holland & Knight’s Public Policy & Regulation (PP&R) Group and Washington, D.C., office participated in a three-day program in mid-October sponsored by firm client Corvias that introduces scholars in its Corvias Foundation to the inner workings of the federal government. Senior Policy Advisor Elizabeth Noll shared information on environmental policy, and Senior Counsel June Marshall (both WAS) discussed social justice, pro bono work and how the firm helps communities.

Staff Attorney Laura Zielinski (MEX) joined the 16th Annual Investment Treaty Arbitration: A Debate & Discussion Conference on Oct. 14. Her session, “Yes or No: The UNCITRAL WGIII Proposal on Limit on Multiple Roles Is a Good Idea?” examined the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law Working Group III’s proposal to limit multiple roles for arbitrators in investor-state arbitration.

Partners Andrea Darling de Cortés (TPA) and Elena Otero (MIA) were among the speakers at the Holland & Knight Webinar, “Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Rules: What You Need to Know,” on Oct. 13. The speakers discussed the changes made by the final regulations and critical information for navigating these provisions.

Associate María Díaz (BOG) was among the speakers during the Holland & Knight program, “Inicie su Planeación Tributaria Ante los Cambios que Vienen con la Reforma,” on Oct. 13. The speakers discussed changes introduced by the 2022 tax reform.

Associate Jaime Herren (SFO) spoke at a program hosted by East Bay Trusts & Estates Lawyers on Oct. 12. Her topic was “ Statements of Decision in Probate Trials.”

Partner Kathryn Lehman (WAS) was among the presenters of the webinar, “Pre-Election Briefing,” on Oct. 12. The webinar was part of the Public Policy & Regulation (PP&R) Group’s Fall Politics and Policy Series.

Partner Melissa Wong (BOS) participated in the American Conference Institute’s Legal, Regulatory and Compliance Summit on Medicare Advantage on Oct. 12. Her session, “Staying Competitive and Compliant: How to Set Your MA Marketing and Communications Strategy Up for Success,” offered a review of Third-Party Marketing Organization requirements in the April 2022 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services final rule.

Partners Christy Shiker and Janene Jackson (both WAS) joined Holland & Knight’s D.C. Land Use Team for a webinar on Oct. 12. The quarterly update included discussions regarding current zoning and development issues in the District of Columbia.

Partner Nicole Elliott and Senior Policy Advisor Beth Viola (both WAS) co-led the Holland & Knight program, ”Energy Leadership Series | IRA Update,” on Oct. 11. The breakfast event featured an in-depth discussion regarding the Inflation Reduction Act and its impact on the oil and gas industry.

Partner Nasim Fussell (WAS) spoke at the American Forest and Paper Association’s General Counsels Coordinating Committee Meeting on Oct. 11. Her presentation focused on international trade updates.

Staff Attorney Laura Zielinski (MEX) participated in the Asian International Arbitration Center’s (AIAC) Odyssean Course to Modern ADR conference on Oct. 6. The session, “Hermes Beyond Helios: The Rise of Space Disputes and Fast Fashion,” explored intricacies involved in fast fashion and space commerce and how stakeholders can effectively use alternative dispute resolution to safeguard their business.

Partner Dianne Phillips (BOS) spoke at a Boston Bar Association webinar, “Recent Developments in Environmental Due Diligence,” on Oct. 6. Panelists discussed the latest developments in federal and state standards for environmental due diligence.

Attorneys and professionals from the firm’s Austin office partnered with Metroplex Veterans Legal Services to host a Veterans Probate Clinic on Oct. 5. Associates Leslie Reynolds and Adrianne Waddell helped offer legal advice to attendees, and Practice Assistant Elisabeth Villarreal, Office Manager Amy Stork and Receptionist Kathleen Harman (all AUS) provided event support.

Partners Mary McNulty and Lee Meyercord (both DAL) gave a presentation on Oct. 3 to firm client ConocoPhillips regarding the basics of partnership tax.

Senior Counsel Karen Havice (ORL) hosted members of the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) and local community leaders at the firm’s Orlando office in September to learn about new breakthroughs at the University of Miami’s Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) and to build relationships for future collaboration. DRI has more than 100 leaders in endocrinology and other medical fields and is considered one of the most comprehensive research facilities in the world focusing on curing Type 1 diabetes.

Partner Nasim Fussell (WAS) spoke during the 2022 WITA Virtual Intensive Trade Seminar on Sept. 30. Her topic focused on “The Congressional Role in Trade Policymaking.”

Partner Melissa Wong (BOS) spoke at the American Health Law Association Fraud and Compliance Forum in a session titled, “Medicare Advantage and Part C and D Primer,” on Sept. 29. The session provided an overview of the basic structure and reimbursement mechanism of the Medicare Advantage/Part C and Medicare Part D programs while focusing on key areas that are critical in addressing fraud, waste and abuse concerns.

Partners Christy Shiker and Jessica Bloomfield, Associate Madison Jaros and Director of Planning Services Brandice Elliott (all WAS) attended a “Back to Business” event sponsored by the District of Columbia Building Industry Association (DCBIA). The Sept. 29 rooftop networking event was an opportunity to make connections with members of the D.C. real estate development industry.

Partner Nasim Fussell (WAS) spoke as part of the Women in International Law Speaker Series on Sept. 27, which was hosted by The George Washington University Law School.

Partner Lindsey Camp (WPB/ATL) spoke at the 2022 Fall ESOP Forum on Sept. 27. Her session, “Board Fiduciary Duties and Risk Mitigation,” focused on the duties and responsibilities of board members under both state and federal law, current trends in employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) litigation and best practices for minimizing the risks associated with being an ESOP board member.

Partner Lee Meyercord (DAL) spoke at the 2022 Audits & Appeals Seminar, hosted by the Tax Executives Institute (TEI), on Sept. 21. Her panel, “Partnership Audit Developments, Including LB&I’s Large Partnership Audit Initiative,” covered U.S. federal controversy matters and offered industry updates.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was a co-presenter of the Holland & Knight program, “Desarrollo Sostenible y Efectos de Gobierno Corporativo, Ambiental y Social: Cumplimiento Estratégico Empresarial,” on Sept. 21. During the breakfast, speakers analyzed ESG criteria and what companies must do to achieve effective compliance.

The American Cancer Society (ACS) and the firm’s Bequest Revenue Program (BRP) gathered in Atlanta on Sept. 21 to celebrate turning matured bequests into the organization’s No. 1 revenue source. Partner Shelley Hurwitz (LAX) received the Ultimate Pinch Hitter Award, and Partner Jennifer Kifer (JAX) was given the Ultimate Rainmaker Award. Partners Stacie Nelson (SFO/LAX) and Jolisa Dobbs (DAL), Associate Michelle Haws (HOU), Staff Attorneys Summer King (JAX) and Mary Elizabeth Cisneros (WAS), and Bequest Revenue Professional Lauren Albert (JAX) also attended the event.

Partner Nicole Elliott and Senior Policy Advisor Beth Viola (both WAS) were among the presenters of the webinar, “Inflation Reduction Act Webinar,” on Sept. 20. The program was part of the Public Policy & Regulation (PP&R) Group’s Fall Politics and Policy Series.

Partner Lara Rios (MIA/NYC) moderated the panel, “Investing in More Modern, Efficient and Greener Ports, and Associated Infrastructure,” at the 6th Caribbean Infrastructure Forum (CARIF) on Sept. 20. Her session focused on the shipping industry’s commitment to decarbonization.

Partner Dianne Phillips (BOS) joined an Environmental Business Council of New England webinar to discuss microplastics on Sept. 20. Her segment focused on legal issues surrounding microplastics, including those involving class action lawsuits.

Holland & Knight’s Financial Services Regulatory and Securities Enforcement Defense teams hosted a roundtable discussion on Sept. 20 to explore the key issues that financial services organizations can expect to arise this fall from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) on hot-button rulemaking and enforcement topics. Partner Jessica Magee (DAL/FTW) was a co-presenter of the session, “SEC Rulemaking and Enforcement Trends Under Chair Gary Gensler: ESG, Cybersecurity, Digital Assets, SAB 121 and More.” Partner Tricia DeLeon (DAL) led the session, “FINRA Arbitration Awards, Fines and Suspensions: 2022 and 2023 ‘Hot List.’”

Senior Counsel Ashley Thomas (WAS) co-hosted the presentation, “Cyber Liability Risks in Health Care,” at the American Bar Association’s Physicians Legal Issues: Healthcare Delivery & Innovation Conference on Sept. 16. She covered a number of topics, including ransomware, phishing and other cyberattacks, how to respond to a data breach and best practices for prevention.

Diversity Committee Co-Chairs Partner Jessica Farmer, Associate Marie Smith and Senior Public Affairs Advisor Ashley Lawrence (all WAS) met with attendees of the 9th Annual National HBCU Pre-Law Summit and Law Expo on Sept. 16 in Washington, D.C. They interacted with students from historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) at all phases of their educational journey and answered questions ranging from internships and resumes to preparing for the LSAT and bar exams to law firm life.

Partner Anita Mosner (WAS) participated in the American Bar Association’s Forum on Air & Space Law on Sept. 15. Her session, “Airspace Closures, Conflict Zones and International Safety Oversight: Challenges in International Aviation,” explored how the changing geopolitical landscape has increased the risks for civil aviation over or near conflict zones, as well as how international regulations have become more complex and contentious.

Partner Shannon Hartsfield (TAL) participated in the American Bar Association’s Physicians Legal Issues: Healthcare Delivery & Innovation Conference on Sept. 15. Her presentation, “HIPAA Highlights, and What’s on the Horizon?” discussed high-level HIPAA concepts that all physicians and health lawyers should know.

Partners Taite McDonald (WAS), Ashley Phillips (AUS) and Marne Sussman (SFO), along with Senior Policy Advisor Beth Viola (WAS), were among the presenters of the Holland & Knight webinar, “Realizing Carbon Capture Projects: Deal Structures, Government Incentives, Financing Options (Including Direct Pay) and Other Key Issues,” on Sept. 15. The speakers covered several important topics, from deal structures, environmental considerations and pore space to direct pay, available government funding and financing strategies.

Partner Kara Ariail (TYS) and Associate Lauren Becker (DAL) co-presented the Holland & Knight webinar, “HR Toolkit Series – Part 3: HR Compliance Strategies for Your Multistate Workforce,” on Sept. 15. They provided an overview of key considerations for ensuring compliance and practical strategies for navigating this confusing and rapidly evolving landscape.

Partner Antonia Tzinova (WAS) co-chaired and spoke at the American Conference Institute’s (ACI) 5th National Forum on Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence (FOCI) on Sept. 14. She was part of a panel discussing the topic, “The Finer Points of Navigating Overlapping CFIUS and DCSA Jurisdictions: Special Considerations for Filing, Reviewing and Transaction Due Diligence,” and also identified and addressed FOCI issues during due diligence and in transaction documents.

Holland & Knight’s Aircraft Finance Team – including Partner Audrey Sung, Associate Danielle Santucci, Paralegals Maria Martinez (all SFO) and Shella Cervantes (LAX), Practice Development

Manager Liz Fraticelli (POR) and Area Development Manager Nancy Kumamoto (SFO) – renewed its annual BAY-STAT reception for members of the International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading (ISTAT) on Sept. 13 at EPIC Steak along the San Francisco waterfront. More than 110 guests enjoyed a lovely evening along the Embarcadero, with panoramic views of the Bay Bridge, Treasure Island and the city skyline.

Partner Nancy Hegarty (BOS) was among the Holland & Knight attorneys who offered pro bono legal services at the Greater Boston Stand Down event for veterans on Sept. 9 at Boston City Hall Plaza. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, this was the first time the event was held in person in Massachusetts in three years.

Partner Bess Hinson (ATL) and Senior Counsel Ashley Thomas (WAS), along with Associates Katie Bennett and Sarah Parker (both ATL), served as panelists during the Holland & Knight program, “Technology Transactions, Software Audits and Data Security: Insight and Best Practices,” on Sept. 8. They provided insight into recent developments and best practices regarding maintaining leverage and managing risk in technology contracts.

Senior Policy Advisor Leslie Pollner (WAS) joined the Sept. 7 webinar, “Measuring and Reducing Emissions at Ports: Technology Solutions and Government Resources,” co-hosted by PortVision50, Holland & Knight and SailPlan. She explained technologies that are available to measure and reduce emissions in real time while covering existing funding streams and the federal regulatory landscape for implementing these policies with federal dollars.

Staff Attorney Laura Zielinski (MEX) moderated an online event, “Can Space Arbitration Protect Space Investments?” organized by the Space Arbitration Association and hosted by Space Watch Global. The Sept. 2 panel discussed current investments in outer space, focusing on space mining, property rights in space and the applicability of the international investment protection framework to outer space investments.

Partner Nasim Fussell (WAS) gave a presentation at a Washington International Trade Association virtual event on Sept. 1 titled, “What is Priority Number 1? Inflation, Jobs or Trade Policy – A Look at Tariff and Trade Policy.”

New Hires

Michelle Adams, Associate Miami | Corporate - South Florida

Tahany Alsabahi, Associate Chicago | Litigation - Chicago

Sara Babineaux, Associate Dallas | Litigation - Texas

Nancy Bostic, Partner Houston | Corporate - Texas

Olivia Calamia, Law Clerk New York | Litigation - New York

Shanice Cameron, Associate Orlando | Corporate - South

Emma Cano, Associate New York | Corporate - Northeast

Kristen Centre, Senior Counsel Stamford | Corporate - Northeast

Leanne Chia, Associate New York | Corporate - Northeast

Simone Collins, Partner Century City | Corporate - Central/West

Ceijenia Cornelius, Associate Dallas | Litigation - Texas

Meerna Dalal, Associate

Dallas | Financial Services

Jillian DeMesy, Associate

Dallas | Real Estate Capital Markets

Paulina Doen, Associate Mexico City | Corporate - Latin America

Elsa Eriksen, Associate

Charlotte | Real Estate - Southeast

Sina Faizy, Associate

Dallas | Corporate - Texas

Maddie Fenton, Associate Philadelphia | Litigation - New York

Francesca Ferrara, Law Clerk Exempt Dallas | Real Estate - Texas

Taylor Fleming, Associate Jacksonville | Litigation - North Florida

Laura Flint, Associate Atlanta | Litigation - Atlanta

Dina Gayanova, Associate

Philadelphia | Data Strategy Security and Privacy

Danielle Giaccio, Associate Austin | Health Care

Katherine Hantson, Senior Counsel

Washington, D.C. | Public Policy and Regulation

Samara Harris, Law Clerk Exempt Los Angeles | Real Estate - West Coast

Julia Harrison, Associate

Tampa | Corporate - South

Sulan He, Associate

Washington, D.C. | Corporate - Trade Regulation

Emily Hendricks, Associate New York | Real Estate - Boston

Avery Holloman, Associate

Tampa | Litigation - Tampa

Ellen Horne, Associate Atlanta | Financial Services

Andi Howell, Associate Chicago | Corporate - Central/West

Evelyn Anderson Irwin, Associate Chicago | Financial Services

Jessica Kirk, Associate Dallas | Tax/Executive Compensation & Benefits

Susan Lafferty, Partner Washington, D.C. | Public Policy and Regulation

Nicole Lamanna, Law Clerk Exempt New York | Corporate - Northeast

Sydney Landers, Associate Miami | Corporate - South Florida

Laura Lashus, Associate Dallas | Litigation - Texas

Tiffany Lee, Associate Chicago | Intellectual Property

Katherine McKeon, Associate Boston | Health Care

Kelly Depew Metz, Associate Austin | Real Estate - Texas

Ariana Mirzakashani, Associate Boston | Real Estate - Boston

Ana Moreno, Associate Dallas | Financial Services

Mary Kate Nicholson, Associate Washington, D.C. | Tax/Executive Compensation & Benefits

Kelcie Ouillette, Associate Philadelphia | Corporate - Northeast

Tanisha Pinkins, Associate Atlanta | Corporate - South

Lauren Polk, Associate Los Angeles | Labor and Employment

Mariana Salinas, Associate Mexico City | Corporate - Latin America

Camila Santamaria, Senior Counsel

Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Claire Sears, Associate Charlotte | Corporate - South

Michelle Sperling, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Caroline Spiers, Associate Houston | Corporate - Texas

Nicole Strong, Associate Dallas | Real Estate - Texas

Madeleine Tan, Partner New York | Financial Services

Halley Townsend, Associate Washington, D.C. | Public Policy and Regulation

Haylie Treas, Associate Houston | Data Strategy Security and Privacy

Madison Walker, Associate Dallas | Litigation - Texas

Kisha Wilson, Associate Boston | Intellectual Property

Kitty Xie, Associate Houston | Corporate - Texas

Published

Associate Haylie Treas (HOU) co-authored an article for DataGuidance titled, “USA: Practical Considerations for Meeting Opt-Out Requirements Under U.S. State Privacy Laws - Part One,” on Dec. 19.

Senior Counsel Wendy Robbins (BOS) authored an article for Law360 titled, “Safeguarding Attorneys’ Greatest Asset: Our Mental Health,” which published on Dec. 2.

Partner Megan Mocho (TYS) authored an article titled, “False Claims Act Damages: D.C. Circuit Says Government Cannot Keep Going Back to the Well,” for the December 2022 issue of Pratt’s Government Contracting Law Report.

Partner Anne-Mette Andersen (NYC) wrote an article for the New York Law Journal titled, “Full ESOP Ownership Will Be Allowed for New York Design Professional Corporations,” which published on Nov. 23.

Associate Jimena Nieto (BOG) authored an article for Asuntos Legales titled, “Nuevos Lineamientos para Investigar Acoso Laboral,” on Nov. 22.

Partner Nicole Elliott (WAS) wrote an article for Bloomberg Law titled, “The Superfund Tax on Chemicals Is an Oldie But Not a Goodie,” which published on Nov. 22.

Senior Counsel Camila Santamaría (BOG) authored an article for AmCham Colombia’s Business Mail titled, “De la Propiedad Intelectual a la Sociedad del Conocimiento,” on Nov. 10.

Partner Nicole Elliott (WAS) co-wrote a Law360 article titled, “Labor Rules Will Unlock IRA Tax Credits’ Full Value,” on Nov. 3.

Partner Frances De La Guardia (MIA) authored an article for the Daily Business Review titled, “Voluntary Bar Involvement Can Make an Impact on Your Career and Community,” on Nov. 3.

Associate Catalina Mandujano (MEX) co-authored an article for the November 2022 issue of Revista Industria Legal titled, “El Instrumento Multilateral.”

Associate Gabriela Tellez (BOG) wrote an article for Asuntos Legales titled, “Régimen Simple en el Proyecto de Ley de Reforma Tributaria 2022,” on Oct. 31.

Associate Nathalia Vásquez (BOG) co-authored an article titled, “Una Mirada al Enfoque de los Derechos Humanos en el Sector Minero Energético,” which published in Asuntos Legales on Oct. 26.

Partner Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC) published an article in New Geography titled, “California’s History of Water Discrimination,” on Oct. 19.

Associate Maria Aponte (BOG) wrote an article for Asuntos Legales titled, “A Propósito de la Aprobación del Acuerdo de Escazú,” on Oct. 12.

Associate Michelle Sperling (BOG) published an article in the October 2022 issue of The Legal Industry Reviews titled, “Requisitos de la Ley Colombiana para la ReDomiciliación Transfronteriza.”

Partner Jessica Early (BOS) co-wrote an article for the Fall 2022 issue of Thomson Reuters’ Real Estate Finance Journal titled, “U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit Gives Statutory Context to Affordable Housing ROFRs.”

Associate Jaime Herren (SFO) wrote a summary regarding the Estate of Douglas for the California Lawyers Association Trusts and Estates Section on Sept. 21.

Associate Nathalia Vásquez (BOG) authored an article for Lexir titled, “Del Deber de Información como Causal de Anulación del Laudo Arbitral,” on Sept. 19.

Associate Maria Aponte (BOG) wrote an article titled, “¿Las Multas Ambientales de la Anla Son las Más Altas?” that published in Asuntos Legales on Sept. 7.

Associate María Díaz (BOG) authored an article for Asuntos Legales titled, “La Eliminación de la Doble Tributación con Brasil,” on Sept. 5.

Partner Lee Meyercord (DAL) co-wrote a Knight Watch column in The Tax Magazine titled, “Tax Court Proposes Rule Changes to Align with Federal Rules,” on Sept. 2.

Associate Amy O’Brien and Partner Amy Edwards (both WAS) authored an article for the September 2022 issue of Pratt’s Energy Law Report titled, “District of Columbia Proposes Penalties for Failure to Comply with New Building Energy Performance Standards.”

Associate Mackenzie Zales (WAS) co-authored an article for the September 2022 issue of The Spain-US Chamber Magazine titled, “A Guide for Early-Stage Companies on Trade Compliance and Foreign Investment 10 Questions That Could Impact Your Growth and Exit.”

Partners Marisa Marinelli (NYC) and Katharine Menéndez de la Cuesta (MIA) co-wrote a chapter in The Arbitration Review of the Americas 2023, published in September 2022 by the Global Arbitration Review, titled, “U.S. Arbitration Hubs Thriving Thanks to Robust Judicial Support.”

Associate Maria Aponte (BOG) authored a chapter in the book Jurisprudential Precedents in Environmental Topics titled, “The Need and Convenience of Creating Environmental Courts in Colombia.”

Quoted in the News

Partner Danielle Garno (MIA/LAX) was mentioned in a Daily Business Review article titled, “Cross-Border, Tech Practices Top the List for Lateral Partner Movement in South Florida,” on Dec. 27.

Partner Danielle Garno (MIA/LAX) was quoted by Women’s Wear Daily in an article titled, “H&M Pulls Justin Bieber Collection,” on Dec. 21.

Partner Lee Meyercord (DAL) was quoted in a Tax Notes article titled, “Tax Pros Find Workarounds for Late or Erroneous Schedules K-1,” on Dec. 19.

Partner Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC) joined an episode of Offshoot: The Fident Capital Podcast titled, “Inequality Through California’s Environmental Quality Act,” on Dec. 19.

Partner Christine Walz (NYC) was quoted in a Miami Herald article titled, “More Maxwell Documents Are Released, but the Secrets Remain Under Lock and Key,” on Dec. 16.

Of Counsel Debbie Orshefsky (FTL) was quoted by The Real Deal in an article titled, “Pompano Approves Affordable Housing Project Next to Homeless Center,” on Dec. 15.

Partner Trisha Rich (CHI/NYC) joined Slate’s Decoder Ring podcast for an episode titled, “The Catchy Jingle and Ubiquitous Billboards of Cellino & Barnes,” on Dec. 13.

Partner Lee Meyercord (DAL) was quoted in a Bloomberg Tax article titled, “Practitioners Disappointed by Partnership Audit Rules Provision,” on Dec. 12.

Partner Danielle Garno (MIA/LAX) was mentioned in a Daily Business Review article titled, “As South Florida’s Tech Scene Expands, Lawyers Help Other Sectors Dip Into the Trend,” on Dec. 12.

Associate Stephanie Merabet (NYC) was mentioned in an article published by Young Research & Publishing titled, “The Unintended Consequences of Governments Trying to Help,” on Dec. 9.

Partner Melissa Wong (BOS) was a guest speaker on an episode of the America Health Law Association’s Speaking of Health Law podcast titled, “Medicare Advantage/Part C and D Primer,” on Dec. 9.

Partner Antonia Tzinova (WAS) was quoted in an article in The Capital Forum titled, “Natera: Company’s Ties with China’s BGI Genomics Exposes It to Political and Regulatory Risk,” on Dec. 7.

Partner Tiffany Roddenberry (TAL) was quoted in a Daily Business Review article titled, “The Way a Florida Lawyer Attempted to Get Paid Has Landed Him Before the High Court,” on Dec. 6.

Partner Kara Ariail (TYS) was quoted by Fortune in an article titled, “Long COVID Has Forced Millions Out of Work and Wiped Out $170 Billion in Wages Annually. Here’s How Employers Can Avoid Losing Talent This Winter,” on Dec. 5.

Associate Camila López (BOG) appeared on DIRECTV Colombia Channel 129’s Al Paredón con Jorge Hernán Peláez on Dec. 5, where she discussed the differences among commercial trademarks, names and brands in Colombia.

Partner Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC) was quoted by The Epoch Times in an article titled, “California’s Environmental Laws Make It Harder to Build Homes, Litigator Says,” on Dec. 4.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was quoted in an El Colombiano article titled, “¿MinMinas Hace Cuentas Alegres con Reservas de Gas?” on Dec. 2.

Partner Jennifer Rangel (AUS) joined the American Health Law Association’s Speaking of Health Law podcast for an episode titled, “Current Trends in Health Care M&A,” on Dec. 2.

Partner Jessica Magee (DAL/FTW) was quoted in a Dallas Business Journal article titled, “David Peavler Departing Fort Worth SEC Office Is ‘a Big Loss,’” on Dec. 1.

Associate María Díaz (BOG) appeared on DIRECTV Colombia Channel 129’s Al Paredón con Jorge Hernán Peláez on Nov. 30 to discuss changes to the stamp tax in the Tax Reform that are undergoing the legislative process.

Partner Danielle Garno (MIA/LAX) was quoted by Corporate Counsel in an article titled, “From McDonald’s to Walmart, Companies of All Stripes Race to File NFT Trademarks,” on Nov. 29.

Partner Lara Rios (MIA/NYC) was interviewed on an episode of the Advanced Energy Group Podcast titled, “Critical Infrastructure, Equity & Resilience,” on Nov. 18.

Partner Trisha Rich (CHI/NYC) hosted an episode of the Chicago Bar Association’s @theBar podcast titled, “Starved Rock Murders: The Case for Chester Weger’s Innocence,” on Nov. 17.

Senior Policy Advisor Beth Viola (WAS) was quoted in a Law360 article, “GOP Gains May Put Energy-Permitting Pact on the Table,” on Nov. 16.

Senior Policy Advisor Miranda Franco (WAS) was quoted by Politico Pro in an article titled, “Physician Fee Cut Conversations Ramping Up on the Hill,” on Nov. 16.

Of Counsel Debbie Orshefsky (FTL) was quoted in an article in The New Pelican titled, “Portion of Homeless Housing Site Rezoned for Affordable Units,” on Nov. 16.

Associate María Suárez (BOG) appeared on DIRECTV Colombia Channel 129’s Al Paredón con Jorge Hernán Peláez on Nov. 14, to discuss Bill 219, which dictates provisions on hydrocarbons.

Partners Madeleine Tan (NYC) and Susan Lafferty (WAS) were mentioned in an article by The American Lawyer titled, “A ‘Doozy’ of a Time: Big Law Doubles Down on Energy as Industry Ramps Up,” on Nov. 14.

Partner Meital Stavinsky (MIA/WAS) was quoted by Global Miami in an article titled, “High Tech Ties: The Links Between Miami and Israel’s High Tech,” on Nov. 8.

Associate Camila López (BOG) appeared on DIRECTV Colombia Channel 129’s Al Paredón con Jorge Hernán Peláez to discuss trademarks, names and commercial brands in Colombia on Nov. 6.

Partner Nasim Fussell (WAS) was quoted in a Politico Pro article titled, “Republican Takeover Could Embolden Biden Trade Agenda,” on Nov. 4.

Associate Stephanie Merabet (NYC) was quoted by The Wall Street Journal in an article titled, “Psst…There’s a Hidden Market for Six-Figure Jobs. Here’s How to Get In.” on Nov. 3.

Senior Policy Advisor Beth Viola (WAS) was quoted in a State House News article titled, “House Flip May Imperil Clean Energy Push,” on Nov. 1.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was quoted in an article that appeared in El Colombiano and on Vanguardia.com titled, “¿Buen Mensaje al Mercado? Ratifican a Felipe Bayón como Presidente de Ecopetrol,” on Oct. 27.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was quoted by El Colombiano in an article titled, “Sin Nueva Exploración, en 5 Años Producción de Crudo Caería 47%,” on Oct. 26.

Partner Carolyn Short (PHL) was quoted by Bloomberg Law in an article titled, “Dechert LLP, Black Ex-Employee Settle Bias, Retaliation Case (1),” on Oct. 26.

Partner Antonia Tzinova (WAS) was quoted in a Law360 article titled, “When CFIUS Leaks Create Leverage,” on Oct. 25.

Partner Elena Otero (MIA) was quoted by Law360 in an article titled, “Panelists Say Real Estate Is In New Cycle, But Not Recession,” on Oct. 20.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was quoted in an article that published in El Colombiano and on Vanguardia. com titled, “2023: Un Año que No Pinta Nada Bien para Ecopetrol,” on Oct. 18.

Partner Nicole Elliott (WAS) was quoted by Forbes in an article titled, “Help Wanted: Treasury and the IRS Gear Up on Energy Tax Guidance,” on Oct. 17.

Partner Nicole Elliott (WAS) was quoted in a Bloomberg Law article titled, “Clean Energy Industry Eager for Answers to Use Biden Tax Breaks,” on Oct. 12.

Partner Shannon Hartsfield (TAL) participated in an episode of the Stoops Colab at FSU College of Law podcast titled, “Takin’ Care of Business,” on Sept. 30.

Senior Policy Advisor Beth Vecchioli (TAL) was quoted by Law360 in an article titled, “Hurricane Ian Batters Florida Amid Insurance Market Woes,” on Sept. 28.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was quoted in a Semana article titled, “Esta es la Razón por la Que Hoy el Sector Mineroenergético Está en el Ojo del Huracán,” on Sept. 26.

Partner Antonia Tzinova (WAS) was quoted in an article in the New York Times titled, “TikTok Seen Moving Toward US Security Deal, but Hurdles Remain,” on Sept. 26.

Associate Maria Aponte (BOG) participated in the program Al Paredón con Jorge Hernán Peláez on Sept. 23, discussing environmental licensing in Colombia.

Partner Nicole Elliott (WAS) was quoted by Law360 in an article titled, “Labor Rules Key to Unlocking ‘Bonus’ Clean Energy Credits,” on Sept. 20.

Partner Danielle Garno (MIA/LAX) and Associate Lisa Kpor (CHI) were featured in a Daily Business Review article titled, “A Miami Holland & Knight Partner Was Behind Kendall Jenner’s Latest Ad Campaign Deal,” on Sept. 16.

The Real Deal published an article titled, “Report Blasts CEQA’s Impact on Home Development,” which featured information from a report prepared by Partner Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC) with assistance from other Holland & Knight attorneys, on Sept. 8.

Holland & Knight Publications

Partners Linda Allderdice (CCC/SFO) and Tina Tellado (LAX/PHL), along with Associates Lauren Polk and Mary Vu (both LAX), co-authored an alert, New California Labor and Employment Laws for 2023, on Dec. 29.

Associate Mackenzie Zales (WAS) co-wrote an alert, 2023 NDAA Tightens Controls on Chinese Semiconductors in Government Contractor Supply Chains, on Dec. 27.

Associate Maria Aponte (BOG) co-authored an alert, Lineamientos para la Implementación de Bosques Urbanos en Bogotá, on Dec. 27.

Associate Mary Kate Nicholson (WAS) co-wrote an alert, 60-Day Clock Is Ticking on Prevailing Wage, Apprenticeship Requirements, on Dec. 21.

Associate Maria Aponte (BOG) co-authored an alert, Se Adopta Marco Global de Biodiversidad KunmingMontreal por 196 Países Incluyendo Colombia, on Dec. 21.

Senior Policy Advisor Miranda Franco (WAS) wrote an alert, What’s In and Out for Healthcare in the Year-End Funding Package, on Dec. 21.

Associate Kita McCray (DAL) authored a Healthcare Blog post, CMS Releases New EMTALA Training Materials, on Dec. 21.

Associate Melanie Chaewsky (CCC) co-authored an alert, Court Affirms Housing Applicants’ Ability to Be Vested Against Downzonings, on Dec. 20.

Partners Amy Edwards (WAS) and Dianne Phillips (BOS), along with Associate Meaghan Colligan (WAS), wrote an alert, EPA Recognizes ASTM E1527-21 as Satisfying All Appropriate Inquiries Rule, on Dec. 20.

Associate Maria Aponte (BOG) co-authored an alert, La Corte Constitucional de Colombia se Pronunció Sobre la Prohibición de Clorpirifós, on Dec. 20.

Partner Nadya Makenko (BOS) authored a Retail and Commercial Leasing and Development Blog post, Accelerated Rent Clauses in Massachusetts Commercial Leases, on Dec. 20.

Associate Maria Aponte (BOG) co-wrote an alert, Colombia Debate Proyecto de Ley para Crear Salas Especializadas en Materia Ambiental, on Dec. 19.

Partners Amy Edwards (WAS) and Dianne Phillips (BOS), along with Associate Meaghan Colligan (WAS), authored an alert, FTC Seeks Input on Potential Updates to Its Green Guides, on Dec. 19.

Associate Jimena Nieto (BOG) co-wrote an alert, Aumento del Salario Mínimo en Colombia Será del 16% a Partir del 2023, on Dec. 16.

Associate Estefanny Pardo (BOG) co-authored an alert, El Consejo de Estado de Colombia Cambia la Forma de Contabilizar el Término para Apelar, on Dec. 16.

Partner Jessica Magee (DAL/FTW) co-wrote a SECond Opinions Blog post, Winter Brings Latest Flurry of SEC Rulemaking, on Dec. 16.

Partner Danielle Garno (MIA/LAX) co-authored a Masters of the Metaverse Blog post, Image-Generating AI: Trends and Legal Challenges, on Dec. 15.

Senior Policy Advisor Miranda Franco (WAS) authored multiple issues of the Holland & Knight Health Dose, which published on Dec. 13, Dec. 6, Nov. 29, Nov. 22, Nov. 15, Oct. 18, Oct. 11, Oct. 4, Sept. 27, Sept. 21 and Sept. 13.

Senior Counsel Margarita Solorza (BOG) co-wrote an alert, Consejo de Estado de Colombia Anula Parcialmente Directiva Presidencial Sobre Consulta Previa, on Dec. 15.

Associate Jimena Nieto (BOG) co-authored an alert, La Licencia de Maternidad en Colombia es un Derecho Irrenunciable, on Dec. 13.

Partner Nicole Elliott and Associate Kayla Gebeck Carroll (both WAS) co-wrote an alert, Tribal Provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act Address Energy, Climate Change, on Dec. 13.

Senior Public Affairs Advisor Isabel Lane, Senior Policy Advisors Beth Viola and Elizabeth Noll, and Partner Liz Craddock (all WAS) co-authored an alert, Midterm Election Takeaways for the Energy Sector, on Dec. 12.

Partner Victoria Zerjav (SCT/NYC) and Associate Nicole Martini (PHL) cowrote an Executive Compensation and Benefits Info Flash, DOL Issues Final Rule on Climate Change, ESG Factors for Retirement Plan Investments, on Dec. 7.

Associate Ariel Wossené (RIC) co-authored an alert, Ninth Circuit Affirms That Class Action Settlement Was Not a “Coupon Settlement,” on Dec. 7.

Partner Anita Mosner (WAS) co-authored an Aviation Law Blog post, FAA Proposes Regulatory Changes to Support Advanced Air Mobility Commercial Operation, on Dec. 7.

Partners Jessica Magee (DAL/FTW) and Allison Kernisky (MIA) co-wrote a SECond Opinions Blog post, ‘Tis the Season … to Reopen Public Comment on SEC’s Share Buyback Rule Proposal?, on Dec. 7.

Partner Nicole Elliott (WAS) and Associate Bibiana Cruz (MIA) co-authored an alert, Beware Employee Retention Credits That Are “Too Good to Be True, ” on Dec. 5.

Associate Sulan He (WAS) co-wrote an alert, Restraining the Kraken: Another Crypto Company Under OFAC Scrutiny, on Dec. 5.

Senior Counsel June Marshall (WAS) authored an alert, D.C. Council Pushing Legislation to Create Affordable Housing, on Dec. 2.

Partners Shannon Hartsfield (TAL) and Ilenna Stein (BOS) co-wrote an alert, HHS Offers HIPAA Guidance on Online Tracking Technologies, on Dec. 2.

Partners Lynn Calkins (WAS) and Chelsea McCarthy (CHI) co-authored an alert, Second Circuit Upholds Dismissal of ESOP Lawsuit for Lacking Article III Standing, on Dec. 2.

Partner Kwamina Williford (WAS) co-wrote an alert, CFPB Targets Garnishment Practices: Banks Need a Robust Compliance Plan, on Dec. 1.

Partners Lindsey Camp (WPB/ATL), Antonia Tzinova (WAS) and Victoria Zerjav (SCT/NYC), along with Associates Nicole Martini (PHL), Marina O’Brien and Mackenzie Zales (both WAS), contributed to Holland & Knight’s China Practice Newsletter: NovemberDecember 2022

Associate Maria Aponte (BOG) co-authored an alert, Colombia Integra Bosques Urbanos a Planeación y Ordenamiento Territorial de Bogotá, on Nov. 30.

Associate Stephanie González (MEX) co-wrote an alert, Prisión Preventiva por Diversos Delitos Fiscales en México, on Nov. 29.

Partner Erin Estevez (TYS) wrote a Government Contracts Blog post, SBA Establishes Certification Program for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, on Nov. 29.

Associate Catalina Mandujano (MEX) co-authored an alert, Publicación del Convenio Multilateral para Tratados Tributarios en México, on Nov. 28.

Associate María Díaz (BOG) co-wrote an alert, Novedades Sobre el Impuesto al Patrimonio en Colombia, on Nov. 22.

Senior Policy Advisor Miranda Franco (WAS) wrote an alert, CMS Releases 2023 Hospital OPPS and ASC Payment System Final Rule, on Nov. 15.

Partners Liz Craddock (WAS) and Ashley Phillips (AUS), along with Associate Kayla Gebeck Carroll (WAS), co-wrote an alert, EPA Issues Long-Awaited Methane Emissions Regulations: Action Required for Every Wellsite, on Nov. 14.

Associate Haylie Treas (HOU) co-authored an alert, Texas Enforcement of Biometric Law Focuses on Artificial Intelligence, on Nov. 14.

Associate Paulina Doen (MEX) wrote an alert, Environmental Impact Census 2022 in Mexico, on Nov. 11.

Associate Sara Babineaux (DAL) and Partner Jessica Magee (DAL/FTW) co-authored a SECond Opinions Blog post, Push-Pull: Discourse in the ESG Rulemaking Landscape, on Nov. 10.

Partners Ines Marrero-Priegues (MIA) and Janna Lhota (FTL), Of Counsel Debbie Orshefsky (FTL) and Associate Alessandria San Roman (MIA) co-authored an alert, Florida’s State of Emergency for Hurricane Ian Gives Developers, Permit Holders More Time, on Nov. 3.

Associates Dariya Golubkova and Mackenzie Zales (both WAS) co-wrote an alert, Got Mail: Commerce Sends Mandatory Surveys to U.S. Microelectronics Companies, on Nov. 3.

Partners Allison Kernisky (MIA) and Jessica Magee (DAL/FTW) co-authored a SECond Opinions Blog post, SEC Chair Takes Heat for Agency’s Continuing Workforce Challenges, on Nov. 3.

Associate Kita McCray (DAL) and Partner Shannon Hartsfield (TAL) authored a Healthcare Blog post, OIG Advisory Opinion Highlights Further Concerns for Patient Assistance Programs, on Nov. 2.

Partner Kathryn Lehman (WAS) co-authored an alert, Congressional Investigations: An Outlook on Republican-Led Oversight in the 118th Congress, on Nov. 1.

Associate Maria Aponte (BOG) co-wrote an alert, ¿Tiene Su Compañía un Expediente Sancionatorio Activo en la ANLA?, on Nov. 1.

Associate Estefanny Pardo (BOG) co-authored an alert, Distrito Publica Guía para Manejo de Asbesto en Colombia, on Oct. 31.

Partner Kerry Halpern (PHL/NYC) co-wrote an Executive Compensation and Benefits Info Flash, New SEC Rule Requires Incentive-Compensation Clawback, Filing and Disclosure Obligations, on Oct. 27.

Partner Liz Craddock, Senior Policy Advisor Beth Viola and Public Affairs Advisor Hannah Coulter (all WAS) wrote an alert, EPA Moves Ahead on Green Bank: Opportunity to Weigh In Is Now, on Oct. 26.

Partner Antonia Tzinova (WAS) co-authored an alert, CFIUS Enforcement and Penalty Guidelines Enhance Transparency for Cross-Border Dealmakers, on Oct. 24.

Associate Sulan He (WAS) co-wrote an alert, Crypto Company Comes Under OFAC Scrutiny, on Oct. 24.

Associate Cindy Gierhart (WAS) co-authored a Masters of the Metaverse Blog post, Metaverse-ing Your Sweepstakes?, on Oct. 24.

Associates Deborah Brundy and Genna Yarkin, along with Partner Tamsen Plume (all SFO), co-authored an alert, “Builder’s Remedy”: Bay Area Will Soon Face a Powerful Housing Tool, on Oct. 21.

Associate Sulan He (WAS) co-wrote an alert, Commerce Department Rolls Out Measures to Strengthen Export Controls on China, on Oct. 21.

Partner Kerry Halpern (PHL/NYC) co-authored an alert, Pay-Versus-Performance Disclosure: A Guide to Compliance in Year 1, on Oct. 20.

Associates Jennifer Lada and Stephanie Merabet (both NYC) wrote an alert, Seeing Through the Pay Transparency Law, on Oct. 19.

Associate Sara Babineaux (DAL) and Partner Jessica Magee (DAL/FTW) co-authored a SECond Opinions Blog post, SEC Reopening Comment Period on Several Key Proposed Rules After Technical Error, on Oct. 19.

Associate Lauren Polk (LAX) co-authored an alert, California Expands Pay Data Reporting and Mandates Pay Scale Disclosures, on Oct. 18.

Partner Liz Craddock and Associate Kayla Gebeck Carroll (both WAS) co-authored an Eyes on Washington Blog post, Interior to Hold First Offshore Wind Lease Sale in the Pacific, on Oct. 18.

Associate Cindy Gierhart (WAS) co-wrote the posts in a three-part series titled, “Intellectual Property Enforcement in the Metaverse,” for the Masters of the Metaverse Blog on Oct. 10, Oct. 13 and Oct. 18

Associate Catalina Mandujano (MEX) co-wrote an alert, Senado Ratifica el Convenio Multilateral para Tratados Tributarios en México, on Oct. 14.

Partner Linda Allderdice (CCC/SFO) co-authored a Transportation Blog post, New Proposed Rule on Independent Contractors to Impact Trucking, Gig Economy and Other Companies, on Oct. 14.

Associate Jaime Herren (SFO) co-authored an alert, Money Is Fungible. NFTs Are Not. on Oct. 13.

Partner Nicole Elliott and Senior Policy Advisor Lauri Hettinger (both WAS) wrote an alert, The Inflation Reduction Act: Provisions and Incentives for Local Governments, on Oct. 13.

Staff Attorney Adriana Pavon (MIA) co-authored an alert, U.S. Chamber, Trade Groups Suit Claims Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Exceeded Authority, on Oct. 13.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) co-wrote an alert, Nuevos Criterios para el Cálculo de Indemnizaciones por Servidumbres en Colombia, on Oct. 12.

Partner Stacy Thomas (JAX/BOS) and Associate Amanda Fantauzzo (TPA) co-authored an alert, Exempt Reporting Advisers and SEC Scrutiny, on Oct. 11.

Partner Lindsey Camp (WPB/ATL) co-wrote an alert, U.S. Labor Department Issues Proposed Rule on Independent Contractors, on Oct. 11.

Partner Chelsea Maclean (SFO) and Associate Paloma Perez-McEvoy (LAX) co-authored an alert, California’s 2023 Housing Laws: What You Need to Know, on Oct. 10.

Associate Sakinah Jones (ATL) co-wrote a Healthcare Blog post, Full Scope of EHI Now Subject to Information Blocking, on Oct. 10.

Associate Catalina Mandujano (MEX) co-wrote an alert, Ratificación del Convenio Multilateral para Tratados Tributarios en México, on Oct. 7.

Associates Lindsay Enriquez (LAX) and Catherine Yepes (MIA) co-authored an alert, FinCEN Issues Final Rule Implementing Corporate Transparency Act Requirement, on Oct. 6.

Associate Gabriela Tellez (BOG) co-wrote an alert, Resolución que Modifica Fechas para el Registro de Beneficiarios Finales en Colombia, on Oct. 5.

Partners Rachel Marmor (BOS) and Ashley Shively (SFO) wrote an alert, Colorado Releases Proposed Privacy Rules, Further Complicating National Compliance Landscape, on Oct. 4.

Partner Shannon Hartsfield (TAL) authored a Healthcare Blog post, Back to the Future for Telehealth: Refocusing on Security and Quality, on Oct. 4.

Associate Kristine Little (WAS) co-authored a Transportation Blog post, Trucking Industry Group Seeks to Conduct Drug Screening Utilizing Hair Testing, on Oct. 3.

Partners Rachel Marmor (BOS) and Ashley Shively (SFO) wrote an alert, Colorado Releases Proposed Privacy Rules, Further Complicating National Compliance Landscape, on Oct. 4.

Partner Shannon Hartsfield (TAL) authored a Healthcare Blog post, Back to the Future for Telehealth: Refocusing on Security and Quality, on Oct. 4.

Associate Kristine Little (WAS) co-authored a Transportation Blog post, Trucking Industry Group Seeks to Conduct Drug Screening Utilizing Hair Testing, on Oct. 3.

Partners Elissa McClure (DAL/OCM) and Antonia Tzinova (WAS), along with Associates Jaime Herren (SFO) and Mackenzie Zales (WAS), contributed to Holland & Knight’s China Practice Newsletter: September-October 2022

Partner Nicole Elliott (WAS) co-authored an alert, The Inflation Reduction Act’s Labor Rules for Energy Tax Credits and Carbon Capture, on Sept. 29.

Partner Victoria Zerjav (SCT/NYC) and Associate Nicole Martini (PHL) co-wrote an alert, Addressing Underwater Stock Options, on Sept. 28.

Associate Kayla Gebeck Carroll (WAS) co-authored an alert, Indian Country Impacted by National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition and Health, on Sept. 28.

Associate Gabriela Tellez (BOG) co-wrote an alert, Posible Modificación de Fechas del Registro Único de Beneficiarios Finales en Colombia, on Sept. 27.

Associate Sara Benson (WAS) and Partner Chelsea McCarthy (CHI) co-authored an alert, Circuit Courts of Appeal Uphold Dismissal of 401(k) Fee Challenges Post-Hughes, on Sept. 22.

Partner Antonia Tzinova and Associate Marina O’Brien (both WAS) co-wrote an alert, New Executive Order Creates Roadmap of Heightened CFIUS Scrutiny for Cross-Border M&A, on Sept. 20.

Partner Barbara Martinez (MIA) and Associate Wendy Qiu (LAX) co-authored an alert, DOJ Expands Framework for Cracking Down on Corporate Crime, on Sept. 19.

Associate Kristine Little (WAS) co-wrote an alert, FMC Issues Proposed Rule on OSRA Refusal to Deal on Vessel Space Accommodations, on Sept. 15.

Partner Antonia Tzinova and Associate Marina O’Brien (both WAS) co-authored an alert, Top Insights from DCSA’s Annual FOCI Conference, on Sept. 13.

Associate Sakinah Jones (ATL) co-wrote a Healthcare Blog post, EHI Under the Information Blocking Rule Set to Expand, on Sept. 12.

Partners Kayla Pragid (WPB) and Lindsey Camp (WPB/ ATL) co-wrote an alert, Court Compels Proposed ESOP Class to Individual Arbitration Based on Plan Document, on Sept. 7.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) co-authored an alert, Consejo de Estado de Colombia Ordena Tomar Medidas en Materia Minero-Ambiental, on Sept. 6.

Partner Chelsea Maclean and Associate Emily Warfield (both SFO) co-wrote an alert, California Legislature Creates Pathways for Residential Development on Commercially Zoned Land, on Sept. 1.

Partner Neely Munnerlyn (DAL) and Associate Nicole Martini (PHL) co-authored an Executive Compensation and Benefits Info Flash, Low-Cost Index Funds in the Crosshairs of New 401(k) Lawsuits, on Sept. 1.

Partner Andrea Darling de Cortés (TPA) co-wrote an alert, Willful or Non-Willful? That Is the Question: IRS Rejects Non-Willful Certification, on Sept. 1.

Associate Kyla Baker (ATL/ORL) co-authored a Retail and Commercial Development and Leasing Blog post, Changes Coming to Filing Requirements for Security Deeds in Georgia, on Sept. 1.

Partners Jessica Magee (DAL/FTW), Amy Curtis, Catherine Rowsey (both DAL) and Melissa Davis Andrews (AUS) wrote a SECond Opinions Blog post, SEC, Nasdaq Square Off Against Challengers to Nasdaq’s Board Diversity Rule, on Sept. 1.

Mission Statement

The Holland & Knight Women’s Initiative is dedicated to the recruitment, retention and advancement of women attorneys, and to sustaining a positive and supportive environment for the firm’s women attorneys. The main goals of our Women’s Initiative program are to enhance professional opportunities both in and outside the firm for women lawyers, and to encourage all of the firm’s attorneys to be active leaders in professional and civic organizations in the communities in which they live and work.

CONTRIBUTORS

Judy Nemsick New York

Vivian Arias New York

Bess Hinson

Atlanta

Nichole Olajuwon

Houston www.hklaw.com