Women's Initiative Newsletter Summer 2023

WOMEN’S INITIATIVE NEWSLETTER Women Lawyers, Women Leaders Summer 2023

Meet Several Holland & Knight Summer Associates I had the pleasure of attending a 10-hour mediation, which resulted in a signed term sheet. It was incredibly rewarding to witness excellent lawyering on behalf of Holland & Knight. I also gained a baseline understanding of how mediations operate and strategies for a productive and successful session. It was also wonderful to interact with the client. It’s a day I likely won’t ever forget.

Fun fact: I am a huge fan of Formula 1 and have a fantasy F1 team, which was at one point this summer ranked No. 2 out of more than 2 million teams globally.

More than 115 law students joined Holland & Knight offices across the U.S. to gain valuable hands-on legal experience as summer associates, in addition to taking time to get to know each other and making meaningful connections and memories.

Meet seven of the 67 women who served as summer associates as they share their thoughts on what attracted them to the firm, their most memorable experience and – just for fun – an interesting fact about them.

Brittney Falcon (WPB): University of Miami School of Law I was drawn to Holland & Knight because of the firm’s strong presence in Florida and excellent reputation in South Florida. During my first and second year as a law student, I made an effort to attend networking events at my law school and local Florida Association for Women Lawyers chapter, and at each event, I only heard great things about the people and culture of the firm. As I began my job search, I prioritized applying to firms with a diverse workforce, a good culture and a great client service reputation. Holland & Knight has exceeded my expectations in all of those areas.

Highlights in This Issue Meet Several Holland & Knight Summer Associates ...............................................1 Partners Deb Barnard and Janis Schiff Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award ..........................5 Firm Earns Mansfield Certified Status for 6th Consecutive Year ..................................................6 Deb Feder Offers Insight into Personal Branding .................................................6 NAWL’s Annual Meeting: Connect Today and Conquer Tomorrow ................................................8 Attorneys Attend Diversity in Law & Leadership Summits..................................................................8

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NOTE FROM THE HOLLAND & KNIGHT WOMEN’S INITIATIVE CHAIR The firm had another busy summer with many achievements to celebrate. Chambers USA recognized more than 60 women for their experience and knowledge in their respective practice areas, and also honored Partners Deb Barnard (BOS) and Janis Schiff (WAS) with the “Diversity and Inclusion: Lifetime Achievement” Award for their 20-plus years of work with Holland & Knight’s groundbreaking Rising Star program.

Among the many awards bestowed on individual attorneys, Partner Vivian de las Cuevas-Diaz (MIA) was named Real Estate Lawyer of the Year by Euromoney Legal Media Group; Partner Ilenna Stein (BOS) was named one of Law 360’s Rising Stars of 2023; Partner Agnes Doyle (HOU) has been named to the Houston Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 list; and Associate Juliana Lamar (NSH) was named to the Top 40 Under 40 list for 2023 by The National Black Lawyers. Please take a moment to review the the full list of awards and recognitions given to the many talented women attorneys at the firm.

Holland & Knight achieved Mansfield Certified status for the sixth consecutive year, reflecting the firm’s inclusive culture at all levels of leadership. Our women attorneys also participated in the CenterForce Driving Diversity in Law & Leadership Summit in Boston, with Associate Meghal Shah (BOS) speaking about mentorship. Partners Caitlin Saladrigas (WPB) and Courtney Worcester (BOS), along with former Summer Associates Ariel Dickerman and Hannah Kroll (both CHI), attended the National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL) Annual Conference in Chicago.

The summer also brought us 67 female summer associates, along with many networking events and outings by our local Women’s Initiatives. Several of the summer associates share their favorite experiences and fun facts about themselves in this issue. In July, we heard from business development coach Deb Feder as part of her four-part speaker series. She offered insight on ways to enhance our professional brands and grow our practices. We closed out August with Women’s Equality Day, celebrating 102 years of women’s right to vote.

Please continue to exercise this crucial right!

Best, Judy Judy Nemsick 212.513.3514 judy.nemsick@hklaw.com

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Ashley Feighery (BHM): Cumberland School of Law, Samford University What attracted me to Holland & Knight was the ability to be connected to attorneys, not only in my office but all over the country. Having such a vast network of support is appealing as an incoming associate so I can learn as much as possible throughout the formative years of my career. What also attracted me was the people! I genuinely enjoyed meeting everyone during on-campus interviewing, and this allowed me to form even stronger connections throughout my 2L summer.

My most memorable event was our office trip to the lake.

Having a few days together really helped me get to know the attorneys outside of work, and it was also just a great time. My most valuable learning experience this summer was a research project I handled with one of the partners in the Birmingham office. He tasked me with researching case law that he was not sure would be out there, but if it was, it would greatly assist in our appeal. This project allowed me to dig deep into my research skills but also pushed me outside my comfort zone and challenged me. After a lengthy dive into the depths of Westlaw and developing new skills to refine my searches, I was able to find case law that perfectly supported our position. I was then afforded the opportunity to draft the section of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit appellate brief, which included my research. This project was valuable in that it demonstrated how assignments from attorneys can develop and evolve as the issues change, but also because it allowed me to strengthen my writing skills and receive invaluable feedback from seasoned attorneys.

Fun fact: I am a spin instructor!

Lindsey Khim (LAX): Loyola Law School - Los Angeles I was first attracted to Holland & Knight when I learned about its Private Wealth Services practice. I liked the idea of representing people and families during a potentially very difficult period of their lives. I was also impressed by the diversity of the Los Angeles office. Knowing that I would be able to learn from women, and many women of color, was exciting and I could see myself growing in my career at Holland & Knight.

One of the most memorable days this summer was when I attended an all-day mediation. This was a great learning experience because I was able to meet the client, listen in on the strategic discussions and witness how attorneys advised the client.

Fun fact: I enjoy hiking in new places and have climbed the highest mountain in Hawaii.

Madison McNamara (BOS): Suffolk University Law School

McKenna Ligon (NSH): Wake Forest University School of Law

I knew rather quickly Holland & Knight would be the firm I aspired to work at after the Demystifying Large Firm Practice event I attended during my 1L year. I was attracted to the culture of the firm early on and that initial feeling only grew stronger after speaking with many partners and associates. A few major selling points for me were:

I was a 1L summer associate at Waller last year (prior to the combination), so I was eager to return this summer to the firm, now Holland & Knight, to see the exciting changes. Holland & Knight exceeded my expectations due to the firm’s welcoming culture and sophisticated work. During the summer, I saw firsthand how Holland & Knight maintains its uniquely warm culture by supporting individuals at the firm and helping them succeed in their professional and personal goals.

The most memorable event of the summer was definitely the Farm Day event! It was a blast to explore Partners Bob Boston and James Weaver’s farm with several attorneys and my fellow summer associates. A learning experience that stood out to me was when I drafted my first set of ancillary documents for a corporate project. An associate took the time to explain the structure of acquiring a healthcare practice in states that prohibit the corporate practice of medicine. This explanation proved to be a foundational piece of information that helped me fully grasp the project at hand and several other projects I worked on throughout the summer.

Fun fact: I love to travel. I’ve been to 11 countries – my favorite being Malta so far. I hope to add a few more destinations to the list after I take the bar exam next summer!

Ferrell Littlejohn (NYC): Fordham University School of Law The people. From my very first interview, I felt like I was among friends. Unlike most large firms I’ve heard about, Holland & Knight attorneys were truly interested in me as a person, and we had genuine conversations. My initial feelings were only confirmed during my summer at the firm, where I was able to connect with so many amazing attorneys and staff in person.

There are so many memorable experiences to count, but I’ll never forget when Partner Christopher Kelly gifted me a set of golf balls with his face printed on them. Each of them also reads, “Hit me with your best shot.”

1. How associates and partners worked with one another.

I saw very early on that the collaboration amongst the practice groups extended to all levels of seniority and that associates felt comfortable speaking with partners.

2. The presence of women in the room. It was very important for me to work at a firm that not only supported women in leadership but also took ownership in ensuring their success. After having many conversations with the women at this firm, I felt confident that if I joined, I would be treated as an equal.

3. Mentorship. I really admired Holland & Knight’s mentorship program, which extends beyond the summer associate program. I have been fortunate enough to cultivate informal and formal mentorship relationships with various individuals at the firm in addition to my assigned mentors, but the fact that Holland & Knight prioritizes an environment of teaching and guiding was a huge selling point for me.

One of the most memorable learning experiences I had this summer was working on my first project. I worked primarily for a senior associate on this project and worked on various research assignments throughout the summer.

This experience was memorable because I knew I was valued at the firm from day one. I had great substantive conversations and meetings with the associate on my work product and my thoughts regarding the case. I truly felt as if my contributions were valuable and was never tasked with “busy work” at any point.

Fun fact: I recently became a dual citizen of Italy.

Fun fact: I lived in Germany for two and a half years while in the U.S. Marine Corps and visited more than 25 countries.

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Khanh Tran (HOU): Texas Tech University School of Law I was drawn to Holland & Knight because of the firm’s stellar track record in fostering professional growth and development for its associates. The firm not only provides a supportive and collaborative work environment but also places a strong emphasis on nurturing and empowering young attorneys. Additionally, I was deeply impressed by the firm’s unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion, as I firmly believe in the significance of creating a workplace that values and respects each individual’s unique contributions. The value placed on employee wellbeing and the promotion of a healthy work-life balance further resonated with my own priorities. I cannot express how grateful I am to be a part of Holland & Knight this summer as it solidified my passion for the legal profession, and I look forward to exploring future opportunities within the firm.

Houston’s 45th LGBTQ+ Pride parade was my absolute favorite event! The energy, love and acceptance in the air were simply electrifying. The colorful floats, lively marchers and enthusiastic crowd created an unforgettable experience. It was heartwarming to see people from all walks of life celebrating together, supporting the LGBTQ+ community. The event left me feeling inspired, grateful and eager to continue supporting this vibrant and inclusive community. I honestly can’t wait for next year’s parade!

Fun fact: I have been to more than 50 different restaurants in Houston during my 10-week stay, and I cannot wait to try more.

The following women also participated in the firm’s summer associate program: Aly Arencibia (MIA): University of Notre Dame Law School Daria Boulos (DEN): University of Colorado Law School Irene Bourlatski (MIA): University of Miami School of Law Taylor Brown (CLT): Vanderbilt University School of Law Elizabeth Brownstein (MIA): Georgetown University Law Center Isabelle Bukary (NYC): Fordham University School of Law Lane Carson (MIA): St. Thomas University School of Law Teressa Colhoun (NSH): Washington and Lee University School of Law Keile Collier (HOU): South Texas College of Law Christiana de Borja (MIA): University of Miami School of Law Andy Delgado (MIA): University of Pennsylvania Law School Burke Depuy (PHL): Dickinson School of Law Penn State University 4

Ariel Dickerman (CHI): Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law Raquel Draghi (MIA): University of Miami School of Law Kristin Driver (JAX): University of Florida Levin College of Law Sidney Edgar (NSH): Florida State University College of Law Megan Ehrhart (FTL): Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law Remy Farkas (WAS): American University - The Washington College of Law Ashley Feighery (BHM): Cumberland School of Law, Samford University Cameron Fortune (NSH): North Carolina Central University School of Law Kaatje Greenberg (MIA): University of Pennsylvania Law School Laura Hannigan (PHL): Drexel University, Thomas R. Kline School of Law Fernanda Hernandez (CHT): University of Tennessee College of Law Victoria Heuston (TPA): Florida State University College of Law Macy Hudson (NSH): Belmont University College of Law Kendall Jensen (JAX): University of Florida Levin College of Law Emily Kaib (NSH): University of Pittsburgh School of Law Kathryn Keating (DAL): Texas A&M University School of Law Hannah Knoll (CHI): University of Michigan Law School Alexis Kulik (HOU): University of Houston Law Center Gabriella Lanzas (MIA): University of California - Berkeley School of Law Katia Leiva (HOU): Tulane Law School Christie Masanka (BOS): Boston University School of Law Makenzie Maynard (DAL): The University of Alabama School of Law Bailey McHale (TYS): The George Washington University Law School Sunny Melvin (NSH): Washington University in St. Louis School of Law Paige Meno (HOU): Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center Sadie Mlika (BOS): Northeastern University School of Law Mary Muradyants (LAX): Loyola Law School - Los Angeles Gabin Park (DAL): University of Texas School of Law Delia Parker (NYC): Fordham University School of Law

Joy Patterson (NSH): Vanderbilt University School of Law Ashlen Payton (NSH): University of Georgia School of Law Virginia Pirkle (NSH): University of Tennessee College of Law Haley Potter (PHL): Wake Forest University School of Law Melissa Pregasen (BOS): Northeastern University School of Law Elizabeth Ratliff (DAL): University of Texas School of Law Parker Reynolds (WAS): American University - The Washington College of Law Carolina Rodriguez Garcia (TYS): The George Washington University Law School Veronica Ruiz (NYC): Hofstra University School of Law Isabella Ryan (NSH): Emory University School of Law Madeline Schonberger (PHL): Temple University - Beasley School of Law Morgan Schultz (PHL): Seton Hall University School of Law Emily Shin (BHM): University of Alabama School of Law Jina Shin (WAS): University of Virginia School of Law Karson Silver (BOS): College of the Holy Cross Patience Sofi (NSH): University of Houston Law Center Andrea Stein (WAS): The George Washington University Law School Nitzy Tamir (MIA): University of Miami School of Law Tracy Walker (BOS): Boston College Law School Michelle Wanamaker (ORL): Florida A&M University College of Law Isabel White (ATL): University of Georgia School of Law

Partners Deb Barnard and Janis Schiff Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award Holland & Knight Partners Deborah Barnard (BOS) and Janis Schiff (WAS) have been honored with the “Diversity and Inclusion: Lifetime Achievement” Award by Chambers USA. Deb and Janis were presented with the award on June 15 during a virtual ceremony celebrating the recipients of the Chambers USA Awards 2023.

The award recognizes the honorees’ commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion throughout their careers, and the difference they have made both at Holland & Knight and in the wider legal community.

Deb and Janis founded and have led Holland & Knight’s groundbreaking Rising Star program since its inception.

Both have served on the firm’s Directors Committee and in other significant leadership positions. Janis currently cochairs the firm’s National Retail Development and Leasing Team, and Deb is the firm’s Professional Development Partner.

Every year, Holland & Knight selects a group of talented and dedicated women lawyers to participate in the Rising Star program – a dynamic and intensive program of leadership and business development. To be eligible, Rising Star candidates must be in at least their eighth year of practice and have been affiliated with Holland & Knight for at least two years.

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the program continues to produce remarkable results. All Rising Star graduates at the firm are now partners, and 40 percent of those who were non-equity partners in the program are now equity partners. Four female members of Holland & Knight’s Directors Committee are former Rising Stars. Other graduates lead Holland & Knight offices and practice groups and serve in other firm leadership roles.

From the beginning, the Rising Star program broke new ground in how it structured leadership and business development training for women.

“The concept was to take women on the rise, give them additional resources and tools, and pair that with lots of personal support,” Janis said.

“From its inception, we knew everyone had different needs, strengths and weaknesses,” Deb added. “We needed to be able to provide participants with personal attention to maximize impact.”

The keys to the success of Rising Star program and its widespread impact are the novel approaches adopted by Deb and Janis, coupled with their personal investment: Individualized focus on the participants with simultaneous development of professional and often personal bonds within each class and between classes creates the Rising Star network. The program also requires participants to write a “legacy letter” describing how they will use what they learned to “pay it forward” and support the advancement of other women attorneys in the firm.

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“We are thrilled that Chambers has recognized the significant contributions Deb and Janis have made over the course of their careers to ensure the success of our Rising Star program,” said Diversity Partner Tiffani Lee (MIA). “This program has served as a crucial pipeline for success for many of our attorneys and is further demonstration of our firm’s unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion. Deb and Janis could not be more worthy of being honored with this prestigious award.”

Firm Earns Mansfield Certified Status for 6th Consecutive Year Holland & Knight has achieved “Mansfield Certified” status for the sixth year in a row from Diversity Lab, an incubator for innovative ideas and solutions that boost diversity and inclusion in law. The Mansfield Rule initiative aims to ensure all talent at participating law firms has a fair and equal opportunity to advance into leadership.

“This recognition reflects our firm’s continuing efforts to ensure that diversity, equity and inclusion remain at the forefront of our ‘business as usual’ practices,” said Partner Judy Nemsick (NYC), national chair of the Holland & Knight Women’s Initiative. “We are grateful for Diversity Lab’s leadership in the industry. Its methodology provides a valuable framework for our firm to maintain and enhance an inclusive firm culture.”

The Mansfield Rule Certification process measures whether law firms have affirmatively considered at least 30 percent women, underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ lawyers and lawyers with disabilities for various leadership and governance roles, equity partner promotions, formal client pitch opportunities, Chambers guide nominations and senior lateral attorney positions.

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For the first time, Holland & Knight did not achieve the “Mansfield Certified Plus” designation. Diversity Lab set a high bar for the Plus certification this year. In addition to demonstrating that underrepresented lawyers represent at least 30 percent of a significant number of firm leadership roles and equity partnership, firms must also meet certain transparency requirements. Specifically, firms must share with all attorneys on a firmwide basis information regarding origination credits, compensation criteria, election and appointment processes and leadership descriptions. It is significant, however, that the firm met the 30 percent representation criteria in every Plus category.

Deb Feder Offers Insight Into Personal Branding Holland & Knight Women’s Initiative hosted its third virtual workshop with business development and legal practice coach Deb Feder on July 19. Partner Judy Nemsick (NYC) moderated the program, “Simple Strategies to Boost Your Professional Brand, Engage with Your Network and Thrive in Your Practice.”

Identify Priorities Feder began her presentation by asking attendees to write down everything – personal and professional – that needs to be done. Notice how many things are on the list. The nature of this practice makes us feel like we need to be busy all the time. If we stay in responsive mode, we can’t be strategic about who we are and what we need to do.

Feder uses sticky notes as a way to identify priorities – these are different from obligations. She asked attendees to pick one priority each day that needs to be at the top of the list and focus on completing it.

Define Your Professional Brand What do you want to be known for? If you don’t mention it, people will never know.

A network is simply a connection with people. The stronger our network, the easier it is to navigate the ups, downs and changes that happen naturally through any career.

Use LinkedIn as a way to broaden your network and stay connected.

At each stage, we are learning from others – our clients, colleagues and partners. Particularly for summer associates, creating a network with new colleagues and classmates will help keep those relationships strong. For those who have been practicing for many years, we can use those connections to grow and deepen our practice.

During a brief brainstorming session, Feder asked participants to define their professional brand by noting what you are known for, what you want others to say about you and the ways in which you want to grow. If your LinkedIn profile doesn’t match your professional brand, use your lists to make edits and updates. She suggested a few easy fixes: make sure your email address is listed in your contact information, use a current profile picture and add a relevant banner image related to your city’s skyline, firm logo or something that represents your practice.

Make New Habits Stick To make sure these new habits stick and stay a priority, focus on small steps that work for you and your schedule.

Make it fun, and if one aspect doesn’t work, try something else.

Some little things you can do to connect are check in on LinkedIn, schedule time on your calendar to follow Feder’s coaching, attend a networking event or say hello to people in the office. Shake it up to see what’s sticking and making a difference. Reward yourself for completing a task – it will energize you and make you want to keep moving forward.

Additional Coaching As a reminder, Feder is offering her weekly coaching sessions to Holland & Knight for free through Dec. 31. Her email (deb@debfeder.com) must be marked as a “safe sender” so that it goes to the inbox rather than junk. To add the email address to the safe senders list: 1. Right click on the email > Select Junk > Junk Mail Options > Safe Senders List.

2. Click Add and enter in the email address of the sender > Click OK. 3. You can also check the boxes below to “Also trust email from my Contacts” and “Automatically add people I email to the Safe Senders List.”

4. Once all email addresses are added, click Apply.

5. In addition, Feder offers weekly coaching programs through Zoom.

Mondays: Membership Tour (11:30 a.m. ET/10:30 a.m. CT): For those who are new or ready to move into a new course, this short tour of the platform will help you decide the next best step.

Focus30 (12:00 p.m. ET/11:00 a.m. CT): Each 30-minute session focuses on setting up your week for success and mastering your productivity. Items to tackle: all things calendar, task list and how to align your mindset and momentum.

Wednesdays: Focus30 (10:00 a.m. ET/9:00 a.m. CT): Each 30-minute session is all about networking, connections and moving your business development goals forward.

Thursdays: Office Hours (9:30 a.m. ET/8:30 a.m. CT): Bring questions and join for conversation, LinkedIn content brainstorming and a challenge.

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NAWL’s Annual Meeting: Connect Today and Conquer Tomorrow

Attorneys Attend Diversity in Law & Leadership Summit in Boston

In July, Partners Caitlin Saladrigas (WPB) and Courtney Worcester (BOS), along with former Summer Associates Ariel Dickerman and Hannah Kroll (both CHI), attended the National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL) Annual Meeting in Chicago.

Holland & Knight sponsored and had a notable presence at the Driving Diversity in Law & Leadership Summit in Boston, hosted by CenterForce.

Over the course of two days, attendees had the opportunity to attend a variety of panels covering a host of legal topics. Former Holland & Knight Senior Counsel Wendy Tamis Robbins (BOS) spoke on “Cultivating Connection & Understanding Lawyer Loneliness.”

Sessions also focused on a variety of cutting-edge legal topics, including “SFFA v. Harvard: The Future of RaceConscious Admissions and DEI Initiatives” and “AI vs.

Esquire: When Lawyers Meet Artificial Intelligence.”

Highlights of the two-day conference also included a conversation with Dahlia Lithwick, MSNBC analyst and author of Lady Justice, who spoke about the recent U.S. Supreme Court term, as well as a discussion with NAWL award winners, including Solicitor General of the United States Elizabeth Prelogar, Global Chief Legal Officer at Jones Lang LaSalle IP Alan Tse, and Microsoft Vice President and Deputy General Counsel Amy Pannoni.

In addition, Ariel and Hannah participated in programming designed specifically for law students and had an opportunity to speak with judges as well as current and past law clerks on how to pursue a judicial clerkship. They also attended an interactive session to learn and practice interview skills and networking best practices.

Holland & Knight is a proud sponsor of NAWL and, as such, all attorneys are entitled to free membership in NAWL. To learn more about membership and ways you can become involved, contact Caitlin, who co-chairs NAWL’s Women in Litigation Practice Area Affinity Group, or Courtney, who serves on NAWL’s Board of Directors.

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The conferences for in-house counsel and corporate leaders across various industries offer stimulating, thought-provoking discussion around a number of topics, including prioritizing DEI initiatives in a hybrid workplace, disrupting the “Noah’s Ark” approach to inclusion, understanding the challenges and harnessing the benefits of a multigenerational workplace, and shifting the way we communicate and present ourselves in the workplace.

Partner Courtney Worcester, along with Associates Aly Newton and Meghal Shah (all BOS), attended the Boston conference on June 14. Meghal served as a panelist during the “Mentorship Matters but Sponsorship Moves the Needle” session, and the speakers discussed the differences between mentors and sponsors, strategies on how to cultivate sponsors and the importance of advocating for others.

“The power of an effective sponsor can be instrumental in advancing one’s career,” said Meghal. “It is incumbent on us to not only be intentional about these relationships but to also pay it forward when we can.”

Spotlight on Our Lawyers Partner Judy Mercier (ORL) led a team that successfully obtained asylum for a gay Jamaican man, a decade after his application for asylum was first filed by the firm. In late 2022, Associate Shanice Cameron and Staff Attorney Arielle Lewis (both ORL) joined the team to assist with the case and maintained contact with the client, drafted witnesses’ affidavits and conducted research into current conditions in Jamaica. Paralegal Renee Kemper and File Clerk Brooke Chartier (both ORL) also assisted with the matter.

Associates Kelsey Parker and Alison Redick (both TYS) helped represent Thomas Investments LLC in its acquisition of the construction firm Thomson, Corder and Co. in a transaction valued at $17 million.

Partners Jennifer Mansfield and Laura Renstrom (both JAX) earned a victory for BlueCross BlueShield of Florida in what was a potentially enormous class action case challenging medical coverage guidelines. The team briefed the first appeal and, after remand, the motions to dismiss and to strike class allegations that the trial court granted on May 10. On June 28, the trial court denied plaintiff’s motion for rehearing.

Partner Shannon Hartsfield (TAL) and Associate Sophie Kletzien (NYC) assisted a children’s health facility managed by Universal Health Services of Delaware Inc. (UHS) avoid costly violations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Shannon and Sophie worked with UHS to provide notice of the security breach to patients and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights in less than a month – well within the federal 60-day notice requirement to avoid HIPAA violations, which can lead to fines of $50,000 or more.

Partner Taite McDonald (WAS) led a team in securing Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding for Oxy Low Carbon Ventures. This is the fifth award out of five submissions the firm’s CleanTech team has secured for Oxy, totaling more than $1 billion. The team included Senior Counsel Katherine Hantson (WAS), Staff Attorney Susan Wegner (WAS), Senior Policy Advisor Elizabeth Noll (WAS), Public Affairs Advisor Katherine Speece (WAS) and Legislative Assistant Rebecca Sereboff (all WAS).

Associate Jiyeon Barta (ORL) helped represent Kaho Partners and its portfolio company Addtronics on the acquisition of Bow Robotics, a leading robotic parts manufacturer and repair provider based in West Chester, Ohio.

Partner Katherine Markel (TYS), along with Associates Kelly McKeon (SCT) and Diana Andrade (TYS), helped advise Bluestone Investment Partners in its strategic investment in Precise Systems Inc. Partners Melissa Davis Andrews (AUS), Shelley Glazer and Dina McKenney (both DAL) secured affirmation from the Seventh Court of Appeals of Texas that a non-operating working interest in an oil and gas lease is subject to adverse possession in a case involving Dorchester Minerals Operating.

Partner Tamsen Plume and Associate Deborah Brundy (both SFO) assisted STACK Infrastructure in securing unanimous approval from the San Jose City Council to build its new data center on approximately 10 acres in North San Jose.

Associate Jiyeon Barta (ORL) advised Trivest Partners LP on the sale of its portfolio company PeopleShare to PROMAN, one of the largest staffing firms for light industrial and construction industries globally.

Partners Jessica Early and Gina Fonte, along with Associates Krithika Rajkumar and Maria de la Motte (all BOS), were part of a team that prevailed in a COVID-19 commercial lease dispute in Massachusetts state court on behalf of Saks Fifth Avenue, a unit of Hudson’s Bay Co. Partner Tatyana Bloom and Associate Ana Moreno (both DAL) represented Community Investment Management (CIM) in its recent structured financing for R2 Capital, a rapidly growing FinTech company specialized on capitalizing small and medium-sized digital companies across the Latin American market. CIM provided a $100 million loan to R2, secured by digital debt titles.

Partner Erin Estevez and Associate Ariel Stevenson (both TYS) advised MAXISIQ, formerly known as IOMAXIS, in the sale of its INGRESSIVE business division to Millennium Corp. MAXISIQ established the division in 2015 to provide advanced cyber penetration testing, red teaming and security vulnerability assessments to federal government and commercial clients.

Partners Antonia Tzinova and Susan Lafferty, with assistance from Paralegals Dianne Holmes (all WAS) and Kathleen Wheeler (TPA), advised insurer Quálitas Controladora in the formalization of a majority acquisition of Digital Communications Technologies (DCT), a Miamibased technology company.

Partners Tamsen Plume and Emily Lieban, along with Associates Genna Yarkin and Deborah Brundy (all SFO), secured a key victory in trial court for Boston Properties (BXP) regarding a Sierra Club petition against BXP’s Almaden Office Project in San Jose, California.

Partner Lara Rios (MIA/NYC) helped represent Clarios in the negotiation and execution of the first series of nuclear power purchase agreements (PPAs) in Mexico’s history.

The electricity will be supplied through a uranium-based nuclear power plant facility located in Mexico and owned

by Mexico’s Federal Electricity Commission (CFE).

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Partners Christine Gay (MIA) and Ashley Phillips (AUS), along with Associates Vanessa Lopez (MIA) and Nicole Martini (PHL), were part of the team that advised FDH Aero, a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity, in its acquisition of BJG Electronics Group.

Partner Megan Schmid (HOU) was part of a team that earned a favorable result in a case argued before the Texas Supreme Court. The court unanimously ruled in favor of Levinson Alcoser Associates LP, bringing an end to more than a decade of litigation.

Associate Marina O’Brien (WAS) helped secure an emergency export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security, allowing Southwest Airlines to quickly replace the engine of an aircraft that was damaged by a bird strike after takeoff from Cuba. In addition, Partner Aymee Valdivia (MIA) helped Southwest obtain Cuba government approvals in connection with the emergency landing and subsequent events. She also advised Southwest on Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and U.S. government Cuba sanctions issues related to ticket refunds and related reimbursements for reasonable expenses in connection with the canceled flight.

Partner Tamsen Plume and Associate Genna Yarkin (both SFO) helped Trammell Crow Co. gain the City of South San Francisco Planning Commission’s approval for a major life sciences research and development project in the city. Associate Charlotte Floyd (LAX) provided assistance.

Partner Danielle Price and Associate Alexa Cosio (both MIA) led the team that represented NSI Insurance Group Inc. in the acquisition of two separate operating divisions of FedNat Holding Co. Inc. through the U.S. Bankruptcy Code Section 363 sale process. Partner Lynne Xerras (BOS) provided assistance.

Partners Theresa Wanat (HOU) and Chris Schwing (JAX), along with Associate Adrianne Waddell (AUS/ HOU), earned a hard-fought arbitration victory for Sam Houston Electric Cooperative Inc. after years of litigation related to a lawsuit originally filed in 2016 in Liberty, Texas.

The Texas Court of Appeals signed an order on Aug. 11 approving the arbitrator’s decision to dismiss all of the plaintiffs’ allegations solely on the pleadings and without any discovery.

Partners Shannon Armstrong and Kristin Asai, Associate Abigail Gore and Paralegal Gillian Phillips (all POR) obtained a voluntary dismissal of a lawsuit alleging violations of the Washington Securities Act, filed in federal court in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington. The win exemplifies the Portland litigation team’s deep experience in state and federal courts in Washington state, where most of the team is also licensed and regularly practices.

Senior Counsel Nneka Obiokoye (DEN) helped represent Hawaiian Airlines in its recent agreement with biofuel company Gevo Inc. to purchase 50 million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel over five years.

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Associate Michelle Kraus (CHI) helped lead a team that advised Hub International Limited, a leading full-service global insurance brokerage and financial services firm, in its acquisition of the employee benefits assets of Horan Associates Inc. and Horan Smart Business LLC. Partners Victoria Zerjav (SCT/NYC) and Nellie Sullivan (ATL/CLT), as well as Associates Jiyeon Barta (ORL), Haylie Treas (HOU) and Lauren Becker (DAL/AUS), and Paralegal Cynthia Duntz (CHI) provided assistance.

Partners Rebecca Wilsker (BOS), Julie Blackmore (FTL) and Kimberly Thibault (MIA/NYC) led a team that represented M/C Partners in a significant growth investment in Celito, a communications and managed services provider based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Partner Marcy Hart (PHL), along with Associates Holly Camisa, Olufunke Leroy, Nicole Martini (all PHL) and Kisha Wilson (BOS), provided assistance.

Associate Laura Nickerson (AUS) helped lead a team that represented Florida-based MBF Healthcare Partners and its portfolio company Palm Medical Centers in their expansion into Texas through the acquisition of two longstanding Fort Worth-based primary care practices. The team also included Partners Jennifer Rangel (AUS) and Sara Staha (DAL), as well as Associates Maya Frazier (AUS) and Jiyeon Barta (ORL).

Partner Amy Leder (NYC) led the team that represented the founder and majority owner of KP Aviation, one of the fastest-growing and leading suppliers of aftermarket aviation assets, in a recent investment by Bain Capital Special Situations. Partner Christine Gay (MIA), along with Associates Leanne Chia and Nicole Lamanna (both NYC), provided assistance.

Partner Chelsea Maclean (SFO) led the team that secured approval for MidPen Housing to build an affordable housing community in Northern California, overcoming a suit filed by Midcoast ECO, an environmental advocacy group, more than two years ago.

Partners Cynthia Burnside and Caroline Tanner (both ATL) helped secure a key victory for Coinbase Global Inc. when a federal judge for the U.S. District Court of the Northern District of Georgia granted the client’s motion to compel arbitration regarding 52 purported class members.

Partner Ilenna Stein (BOS) was part of a team that assisted Physician Directed Partners in its recent acquisition of the assets of Cool Springs Surgical Associates. Paralegals Emilia Jarquin (MIA) and Leslie McGuire (TPA) provided assistance.

Partner Lara Rios (MIA/NYC) and Associate Chloe Farrar (DAL) advised Leyline Renewable Capital on a project development loan for RAI Energy. With the loan, RAI will continue advancing multiple large utility-scale solar and solar-plus storage projects in the Western Electricity Coordinating Council market during the next four years.

Associates Bethany Blair, Olivia Al-Sadi (both NSH) and Rosa María Cuevas (MEX) were part of a team that advised WireMasters Inc. on a refinancing of its existing asset-based loan credit facility with JPMorgan Chase for general corporate purposes and supporting working capital. The deal was valued at $75 million.

Partner Jessica Farmer (WAS) was part of a team that won a summary judgment motion on all four counts, including a summary judgment ruling in favor of Premier Financial Services on its two breach of contract counterclaims against the plaintiff in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.

Partners Caitlin Saladrigas (WPB) and Cynthia Burnside (ATL), along with Associate Katie Princivalle (PHL), helped American Proteins Inc. (API) avoid transfer of an antitrust suit – a key victory in the ongoing litigation against Tyson Poultry and certain affiliates.

Partners Tamsen Plume and Letitia Moore, along with Associate Genna Yarkin (all SFO), advised Vassar Properties on a new research and development (R&D)/ office complex along the Anza Lagoon in Burlingame, California.

Associate Laura Lewis (NYC) and Paralegal Maria Martinez (SFO) helped assist Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC) with the acquisition of a portfolio of Boeing 737 narrowbody jet aircraft from Carlyle Aviation Partners.

Associates Michelle Kraus and Andi Howell (both CHI) helped represent Clover Environmental Solutions as it acquired all of the operating assets of America’s Remanufacturing Co. The team also included Partners Victoria Zerjav (SCT/NYC), Nellie Sullivan (ATL/CLT) and Amy Edwards (WAS), as well as Associates Jiyeon Barta (ORL), Haylie Treas (HOU), Lauren Becker (DAL/ AUS), Lindsey Grubbs (JAX/ATL) and Alexandra Ward (WAS).

Partner Liz Craddock and Senior Public Affairs Advisor Isabel Lane (both WAS) helped International-Matex Tank Terminals (IMTT) submit an application for a U.S. Department of Agriculture grant opportunity through the agency’s Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program, resulting in IMTT receiving $5 million – the maximum amount awarded through the program.

Partner Suzanne Gilbert, Associate Kristin Royal, Practice Assistant Kelly Wilson and Paralegal Renee Kemper (all ORL) secured a jury verdict in Florida’s Fifth Judicial Circuit Court in Lake County for Basics: Range & Gun 2 in a commercial real estate dispute.

Senior Counsel Erin Hughes and Associates Morgan Ivey, Christine Younger and Maggie Sandwith (all NSH) were part of a team that represented VSS Capital Partners in a growth capital investment in Olympus Cosmetic Group.

Partners Nichole Scott and Christine Gay, along with Paralegal Suzette Perez (all MIA), helped represent Tom Thumb Food Stores Inc. in the recent sale of its business and real estate portfolio to Kent Kwik Convenience Stores.

Partner Danielle Garno (MIA/LAX) represented the Miss Universe Organization and JKN Global Group PCL in a multiyear deal with Roku Inc. to continue as the U.S. streaming service for the Miss Universe pageant. The deal also included Spanish-language television network Telemundo. Associate Sydney Landers (MIA) provided assistance.

Associate Jennifer Lada (NYC) succeeded in having AMLI Residential and Carmel Partners dismissed from major antitrust class action litigation. Partner Lynn Calkins (WAS/ NSH) assisted on the AMLI Residential matter.

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Associate Michelle Kraus (CHI) helped lead multi-office teams that advised Imperial Dade – the leading independently owned and operated distributor of food service packaging, facilities maintenance supplies and equipment in North America – on several transactions. She co-led the acquisition of Green Streets USA Inc. In the acquisition of Apache Group, the team included Partners Victoria Zerjav (SCT/ NYC), Nellie Sullivan (ATL/CLT) and Amy Edwards (WAS), along with Associates Haylie Treas (HOU), Lauren Becker (DAL/AUS), Emily Hendricks (BOS/NYC) and Alexandra Ward (WAS). In the acquisition of Lovan Industries, the team included Victoria, Nellie and Amy, along with Haylie, Lauren, Alexandra and Associate Kelly Metz (AUS). In the acquisition of Triple F Distributing, the team included Haylie and Lauren, along with Associates Holly Camisa (PHL), Sara Klock (WAS) and Jessica Kirk (DAL). In the acquisition of Atlantis Packaging, the team included Victoria, Nellie, Amy, Haylie, Lauren and Alexandra, along with Partner Ariel Robinson (CCC). In the acquisition of The Ohio & Michigan Paper Co., the team included Amy, Nellie, Haylie, Lauren and Alexandra, along with Associates Kendall Kadish (DEN) and Nicole Martini (PHL).

Associate Ariel Stevenson (TYS) helped lead a multioffice team that represented Trident Systems in its acquisition by LightRidge Solutions. Partners Kara Ariail (TYS) and Antonia Tzinova (WAS), along with Associates Danielle Rich (TYS), Jiyeon Barta (ORL), Lauren Becker (DAL/AUS), Kristen Ricci (PHL) and Marina O’Brien (WAS), provided assistance.

Partners Tamsen Plume and Letitia Moore (both SFO) secured a unanimous approval from the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) for LPC West on the client’s research and development/ office project along the Anza Lagoon in Burlingame, California. Tamsen, Letitia and Associate Genna Yarkin (SFO) are also advising Vassar Properties on a similar R&D/office project at nearby 620 Airport Boulevard that was unanimously approved by the Burlingame Planning Commission on June 12.

Associate Rosa María Cuevas (MEX) helped assist Banco Multiva in a mezzanine loan worth 1.7 billion pesos (approximately $105 million) to private-public projects developer CMRO Nayarit SAPI de CV as part of the financing for a federal highway project in the Mexican state of Nayarit.

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Associate Lauren Neville (DAL) helped advise Natixis Corporate and Investment Banking, HSBC Bank USA and KeyBanc Capital Markets as arrangers, agents and lenders on the $180 million build-transfer project financing of a 100-megawatt solar facility to be constructed in Lee County, Arkansas.

Partner Tricia DeLeon, along with Associates Laura Lashus (both DAL) and Annelise Del Rivero (MIA), secured a favorable resolution for DXC Technology as it settled a lawsuit filed by ViaPath Technologies. Partner Karen Walker (TAL/WAS) facilitated an open records request to Miami-Dade County.

Associate Maria De Bedout (NYC) helped represent the Inter-American Investment Corp. (IDB Invest) as the lender of a loan for up to $100 million to ENSA Grupo EPM, an energy distribution company in Panama.

Partner Annie Gamez and Associate Annelise Del Rivero (both MIA) helped a client earn a full summary judgment in its favor in an action for specific performance for the renovations and closing on a purchase and sale for an industrial warehouse.

Senior Policy Advisor Kimberly Case (TAL) garnered a quick approval by the Florida Board of Pharmacy for a first-of-its-kind respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine produced by global biopharma company GSK. Kim, who represents GSK in Florida, successfully guided the client through the rulemaking process and acquired quick approval for the new state rule that will allow seniors to receive RSV vaccines at the start of the 2023-2024 flu and RSV season.

A team of Holland & Knight attorneys represented Broadtree Partners in its recent acquisition of government contractor Joint Research and Development (JRAD).

Partner Erin Estevez (TYS) advised on strategic government contracting matters, with support from Associates Kathryn Hesman (CLT), Ana Moreno (DAL) and Amy Fuentes (TYS).

Partner Victoria Zerjav (SCT/NYC) led the representation of Thomson Reuters on the employee benefits and executive compensation aspects of its acquisition of Casetext Inc., a California-based provider of technology for legal professionals.

Partners Beth Pitman (BHM) and Ashleigh VanLandingham, along with Senior Counsel Erin Hughes and Associates Morgan Ivey, Amber Maynard and Nina Wall (all NSH), helped advise Lightwave Dental in a majority investment by affiliates of private investment firm Lindsay Goldberg in partnership with Lightwave Founder and CEO Justin Jory.

Senior Counsel Marybeth O’Keefe (SCT) helped lead the firm’s representation of High Bar Brands in the acquisition and companion debt financing of Dieter’s Accessories, a Canadian manufacturer of heavy-duty truck parts and stainless steel accessories. Associate Alyssa Helal (SCT) and Paralegal Leslie McGuire (TPA) provided corporate assistance, while Associate Jiyeon Barta (ORL) and Research Analyst Amy Summer (POR) assisted on crossborder tax matters.

Senior Counsel Elena Ibarrola (MEX) helped represent Okila S.A. de C.V. in the recent sale of its capital stock to Grupo Tracsa, an authorized distributor of Caterpillar Inc.

Associate Gabby Engel (MIA) helped represent Keswick Partners in its recent acquisition of custom metal fabricator Metal Technologies of Murfreesboro (Metal Tech). The team included Associate Meerna Dalal (DAL), who advised on debt financing matters, as well as Partners Christine Gay (MIA) and Victoria Zerjav (SCT/NYC), along with Associate Jiyeon Barta (ORL).

Events The Houston Women’s Initiative treated its summer associates to a night at the theater. The group attended “1776: The Musical” on July 20. The show is based on the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence, telling a story of the efforts of John Adams to persuade his colleagues to vote for American independence and to sign the document.

Partners Briana Stolley (TYS), Antonia Tzinova (WAS) and Victoria Zerjav (SCT/NYC), along with Associate Ana Moreno (DAL), helped represent United Western Group (UWG), in partnership with HealthEdge Investment Partners and Advantage Capital Holdings, in its recapitalization of Veridian Healthcare, a leading outsourced manufacturer of private label and branded in-home diagnostic, pain care management and personal care products.

Partner Lara Rios (MIA/NYC), along with Associates Jessica Gonzalez and Kitty Xie (both HOU), represented Leyline Renewable Capital as lender of a $15 million loan to develop 2.4 gigawatts of solar and battery energy storage systems in Texas, Arizona, Tennessee and New Mexico.

Senior Counsel Elena Ibarrola (MEX) helped advise Foli de México, a leading packaging, display and commercial printing company, in its combination with GPA Global, a Massachusetts-based global packaging solutions provider.

Associate Morgan Ivey (NSH) co-led a team that represented True Dermatology in its sale to Aqua Dermatology, creating the largest skin cancer surgical medical practice in Alabama. Senior Counsel Erin Hughes (NSH) provided assistance regarding real estate matters.

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The Jacksonville Women’s Initiative treated its two summer associates to a chocolate-making class at Sweet Pete’s Candy. The women said that it was one of the best events, and they celebrated by accepting offers to join the firm.

Holland & Knight hosted a cocktail reception in connection with the Kayo 2023 Women’s Private Equity Summit on June 12. The event, which brought together more than 80 women leaders from across the industry, was hosted

by Partners Olesya Bakar (WAS), Glynna Christian (CHI/NYC), Vivian de las Cuevas-Diaz, Isabel Diaz, Christine Gay, Danielle Price (all MIA), Lara Rios (MIA/NYC), Leslie Mahre (NSH/HOU), Elle McCulty, Ashleigh VanLandingham (both NSH), Rebecca Wilsker and Melissa Wong (both BOS), along with Of Counsel Kate Inman and Associates Michelle Adams, Rebekah Allison, Pri Belgrad (all MIA) and Morgan Ivey (NSH).

Director of Marketing and Business Development Morgan Ribeiro (NSH), Assistant Director of Deal Flow Liz Garrett (SCT), Client Relations Manager Julia MacDonald (MIA) and Client Relations Analyst Christina Roselli (TPA) also joined the event. Photos from the event can be viewed in the event photo album.

The Mexico City Women’s Initiative hosted “Tools for the Professional Development of Business Women in Latin America” on June 29 at the National Museum of Anthropology. Partners Alexandra Aguirre (MIA/NYC) and Selene Espinosa, along with Senior Counsel Regina Legorreta (both MEX), joined guest speakers who shared their experiences with situations that impact the daily lives of business women in Latin America, as well as some corporate policies on diversity and inclusion as part of the minimum standards of social and business responsibility.

The New York Women’s Initiative hosted business development coach Deb Feder on July 13 for two live coaching sessions: one for associates and the other for partners and senior counsels. On August 4, a happy hour was held at City Winery to toast the summer associates, who also participated in a book club on “Life in Five Senses” by Gretchen Rubin.

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The Stamford Women’s Initiative hosted its annual spa event on June 8. Partner and Stamford Women’s Initiative coordinator Victoria Zerjav (SCT/NYC) joined Partners Lindsay Sheehy and Gloria Skigen at the event, along with Senior Counsels Marybeth O’Keefe and Kristen Centre, Associate Kelly McKeon and former Summer Intern Ana Capiro (all SCT). About two dozen attendees recharged over self-care treatments and refreshments during the evening of relaxation. Guests received manicures, chair massages and a nail polish gift bag in addition to enjoying light appetizers, wine and other beverages.

The Miami Women’s Initiative hosted a Paint & Sip Happy Hour for local summer associates. Participants painted beautiful beach scenes reminiscent of the South Florida coastline.

In Dallas, the Women’s Initiative held weekly Coffee Chats for summer associates, where attorneys shared their experiences and perspectives. The office also hosted a Pure Barre class for the women summer associates.

The class was led by Texas Capital Bank Vice President Lauren Quam, a firm client, and attendees enjoyed snacks, drinks and shopping immediately after.

Holland & Knight was a proud sponsor of the Ida B. Wells Awards Celebration, an event held annually by the Massachusetts Black Women Attorneys (MBWA). Partner Jessica Early and Associates Kisha Wilson, Kelsey Kitchens and Emily Kaiser (all BOS) attended the June 3 luncheon on behalf of the firm and the Boston office’s Women’s Initiative.

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The Women’s Initiative in the Tysons office sponsored the Executive Women’s Network spring networking event on May 11. The gathering included an evening of cocktails, light bites and conversation.

The Washington, D.C., office hosted its “Spring Into Summer: A Rooftop Soiree” on May 11. The gathering was the group’s first in-person client networking event since 2019. Partner Christy Shiker and Senior Counsel June Marshall (both WAS), who serve as the D.C. Women’s Initiative coordinators, helped plan the event. More than 60 attendees enjoyed beautiful weather and refreshments in a relaxed atmosphere with panoramic views of the U.S. Capitol, Potomac River, Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial and Tidal Basin. To relive some of the best moments from the event, please view the online photo album.

The Stamford Women’s Initiative continued its tradition of donating gift bags to women at the Domestic Violence Crisis Center (DVCC). Partners Victoria Zerjav (SCT/NYC), Dawn Rudenko, Lindsay Sheehy and Gloria Skigen, Senior Counsel Kristen Centre, Associates Kelly McKeon and Anush Yegyazarian, Chief Operating Officer Kimberly Gardner and Practice Assistant Mary-Anne Larson (all SCT) donated toiletries and other items to include in the bags. The 24 bags were delivered in honor of Mother’s Day.

On May 4, the Stamford office sponsored and participated in YWCA Greenwich’s 18th Annual Old Bags Luncheon, an event where new and gently used handbags are auctioned to support the YWCA’s Domestic Abuse Services. Kristen and Kelly attended the May 4 luncheon at Belle Haven Club, along with Associate Alyssa Helal, 2022 Summer Associate Bianca Poehailos (both SCT) and several clients and friends of the firm.

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Awards and Accolades Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business Holland & Knight has been named one of the nation’s premier law firms, earning top rankings in multiple practice areas and markets in the 2023 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. The 2023 directory lists 248 Holland & Knight attorneys among the nation’s preeminent practitioners, up from 192 in 2022.

In addition, the respected legal guide named Holland & Knight a leading law firm in 109 practice categories across the nation and regionally.

The following Holland & Knight women lawyers are recognized as leading attorneys in the 2023 Chambers USA guide: Nationwide Nicole Elliott – Native American Law Sarah Korapaty – Transportation: NTSB Specialist Allison McCarthy – Leisure & Hospitality Mary McNulty – Tax: Controversy Anita Mosner – Transportation: Aviation: Regulatory Judy Nemsick – Transportation: Aviation: Litigation Senior Statespeople Emily Parker – Tax: Controversy Associates to Watch Kristine Little – Transportation: Rail (for Shippers) Alabama Kristen Larremore – Healthcare Beth Pitman – Healthcare California Susan Booth – Real Estate (Southern) Jennifer Hernandez – Environment ; Real Estate: Zoning/ Land Use Tamsen Plume – Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use Up and Coming Chelsea Maclean – Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use Connecticut Gloria Skigen – Corporate/M&A

District of Columbia Amy Edwards – Environment Tara Scanlon – Real Estate Janis Schiff – Real Estate Christy Shiker – Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use Florida Sara Bernard – Real Estate (North & Central) Maria Currier – Healthcare Vivian de las Cuevas-Diaz – Real Estate (South) Shannon Hartsfield – Healthcare Barbara Martinez – Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations Tracy Nichols – Litigation: General Commercial; Litigation: Securities Debbie Orshefsky – Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use (South) Lara Rios – Energy & Natural Resources Chris Schwing – Energy & Natural Resources Missy Turra – Real Estate (North & Central) Barbara Yadley – Banking & Finance: Transactional Georgia Cindy Brazell – Banking & Finance Kendel Drew – Banking & Finance Massachusetts Gina Fonte – Construction Diane McDermott – Real Estate Miriam McKendall – Labor & Employment Dianne Phillips – Environment Melissa Wong – Healthcare Lynne Xerras – Bankruptcy/Restructuring Up and Coming Margot Mendelson Hammond – Real Estate New York Glynna Christian – Technology Nili Yolin – Healthcare Oregon Shannon Armstrong – Litigation: General Commercial Up and Coming Kristin Asai – Litigation: General Commercial Pennsylvania Sara Begley – Labor & Employment Rachel Shim – Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation 17

Tennessee Nora Liggett – Healthcare: Regulatory Marlee Mitchell – Banking & Finance: Regulatory Abbey Ruby – Banking & Finance Jennifer Weaver – Healthcare: Government Investigations & Fraud Up and Coming Lida Alsobrooks – Real Estate Elle McCulty – Banking & Finance Texas Jessica Magee – Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations Mary McNulty – Tax: Litigation Ashley Phillips – Environment Jennifer Rangel – Healthcare

Additionally, four attorneys were named Notable Practitioners, including Staff Attorney Laura Zielinski (MEX) in the area of Dispute Resolution: Arbitration in Mexico.

Chambers High Net Worth The firm’s Private Wealth Services Group and Asset Finance Group received several Band 1, 2 and 3 rankings in the Chambers High Net Worth 2023 guide. In addition, 25 Holland & Knight attorneys have been named leading advisers to wealthy individuals and families, including the following women: Private Wealth Law Shari Levitan – Massachusetts; Eastern Region USA Meredeth Beers – Massachusetts Up and Coming

Senior Statespeople

Monika Jain – New York

Emily Parker – Tax: Litigation Up and Coming

Private Wealth Disputes Vivian Thoreen – California; USA Stacie Nelson – California

Lee Meyercord – Tax: Litigation

The Legal 500 United States

Virginia Michelle Rosati – Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use (Northern) Marisa Terrenzi – Corporate/M&A (Northern)

Holland & Knight was recognized in 24 practice categories in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500 United States guide, including the following women:

Up and Coming Megan Mocho – Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Chambers Latin America Holland & Knight has been recognized with 24 individual attorney rankings in the 2024 edition of Chambers Latin America, a sizable jump from the 15 attorneys listed in the 2023 guide. The following women attorneys were ranked among Latin America’s best advisors: Colombia Juliana Saa – Banking & Finance Julia Velásquez – Corporate/M&A Mexico Selene Espinosa – Corporate/M&A Turenna Ramirez – International Trade/WTO

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Maria Currier: Healthcare: Service Providers Andrea Darling de Cortés: Tax – U.S. Taxes: Contentious Vivian de las Cuevas-Diaz: Real Estate (Leading Lawyers); Real Estate: Finance; Real Estate: Land Use/Zoning Nicole Elliott: Tax – U.S. Taxes: Non-Contentious Shannon Hartsfield: Healthcare: Service Providers Jennifer Hernandez: Real Estate: Land Use/Zoning Bess Hinson: Media, Technology and Telecoms – Cyber Law (including Data Privacy and Data Protection) Tammy Knight: M&A/Corporate and Commercial – M&A: Middle-Market (sub $500M) Laura Lewis: Transport: Aviation and Air Travel – Finance (Rising Star) Chelsea Maclean: Real Estate: Land Use/Zoning Rachel Marmor: Media, Technology and Telecoms – Cyber Law (including Data Privacy and Data Protection) Mia McKown: Healthcare: Service Providers Mary McNulty: Tax – U.S. Taxes: Contentious (Leading Lawyers)

Margot Mendelson Hammond: Real Estate (Next Generation Partners) Lee Meyercord: Tax – U.S. Taxes: Contentious (Next Generation Partners) Anita Mosner: Transport: Aviation and Air Travel – Litigation and Regulation (Leading Lawyers) Danielle Santucci: Transport: Aviation and Air Travel – Finance Tara Scanlon: Real Estate Christy Shiker: Real Estate: Land Use/Zoning Audrey Sung: Transport: Aviation and Air Travel – Finance Madeleine Tan: Energy Renewable/Alternative Power

Julie Blackmore (FTL): Mergers & Acquisitions Shaina Kamen (MIA/NYC): Estate & Probate Anne Kelley (TPA): General Litigation Jessica Kramer (TPA): General Litigation Amanda Naldjieff (MIA): Land Use & Zoning Kayla Pragid (WPB): Healthcare Nicole Rankin (TPA): General Litigation Laura Renstrom (JAX): Civil Litigation: Defense Tiffany Roddenberry (TAL): Appellate Stacy Thomas (JAX/BOS): Securities & Corporate Finance Kendall Wilson (TPA): Mergers & Acquisitions

The Best Lawyers in America 2024

Northern California Super Lawyers

More than 560 of Holland & Knight’s attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2024. Among those attorneys, 27 individuals were named as “Lawyers of the Year,” including Cindy Brazell (ATL) in the Banking and Finance Law category and Danielle Price (MIA) in the Venture Capital Law category.

The full list of Holland & Knight attorneys named “Ones to Watch” and The Best Lawyers in America are available online.

Super Lawyers Super Lawyers has named several Holland & Knight attorneys as “Super Lawyers” and “Rising Stars” for 2023, including the following women: Florida Super Lawyers Stacy Blank (TPA): Appellate Kelly-Ann Cartwright (MIA): Employment & Labor Maria Currier (MIA): Healthcare Frances De La Guardia (MIA): Appellate Suzanne Gilbert (ORL): Business Litigation Shannon Hartsfield (TAL): Healthcare Marilyn Holifield (MIA): Employment Litigation: Defense Tiffani Lee (MIA): Business Litigation Judy Mercier (ORL): Business Litigation Jamie Moses (ORL): Appellate (Top 100) (Top 50 Women) (Orlando Top 50) Tracy Nichols (MIA): Securities Litigation Cristina Papanikos (MIA): Estate & Trust Litigation Karen Walker (TAL): Government Contracts Rising Stars Kyla Baker (ATL/ORL): Real Estate

Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC): Environmental, Land Use & Zoning Jaime Herren (SFO): Estate & Trust Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, Estate Planning & Probate Stacie Nelson (SFO/LAX): Estate & Trust Litigation, Elder Law, Estate Planning & Probate Tamsen Plume (SFO): Land Use & Zoning, Environmental Rising Stars Rebecca Freed (SFO): Real Estate Leizl Hinajon (SFO): Real Estate Emily Lieban (SFO): Environmental, Energy & Natural Resources, Land Use & Zoning Genna Yarkin (SFO): Land Use & Zoning, Environmental, Energy & Natural Resources, Environmental Litigation Oregon Super Lawyers Shannon Armstrong (POR): Business Litigation Kristin Asai (POR): Business Litigation Rising Stars Sarah Molinoff (POR): Business Litigation Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Sara Begley (PHL): Employment & Labor

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Rising Stars Adria Lamba (PHL): Business Litigation Olufunke Leroy (PHL): Real Estate Southern California Rising Stars Krystal Anderson (NPB): Business Litigation Anna Ayar (CCC): Real Estate Lydia Lockett (LAX): Estate & Trust Litigation Sarah Tremer (NPB): Business Litigation Anjuli Woods (DEN/LAX): Business Litigation Washington, D.C. Rising Stars Meg Raker Brown (WAS): Real Estate Kristine Little (WAS): Transportation & Maritime Ashley Thomas (WAS): Technology Transactions ADDITIONAL AWARDS The Retail Development and Leasing Team, led by Partner Janis Schiff (WAS), has been named a “2023 Influencer in Retail Real Estate” by GlobeSt. Real Estate Forum, a leading industry publication. Partner Susan Booth (LAX) also has been recognized as a “Women of Influence Awards 2023” honoree for commercial real estate (CRE) legal counsel.

Associate Bibiana Cruz (MIA) has been named a John S. Nolan Fellow for 2023-2024 by the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Section of Taxation. Nolan Fellows are recognized for their involvement and leadership in the Tax Section as well as their overall commitment to its mission.

Bibiana is one of only five fellows named for 2023-2024.

Holland & Knight received the 2023 Justice for All Award from the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County for the firm’s significant pro bono work on behalf of the organization spanning several years. Associate Courtney Robertson (FTL) accepted the award on behalf of the firm.

Partner Renee Covitt (NYC) has been designated as a new editor of the Bloomberg Tax Portfolio on Cooperative and Condominium Apartments. The portfolio is the leading tax publication on the federal income tax consequences of these forms of ownership.

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Holland & Knight’s representation of Cengage Group as it acquired InfoSec was named USA Deal of the Year – Middle Markets at this year’s USA M&A Atlas Awards, hosted by the Global M&A Network. The team was led by Partner Lindsay Sheehy (SCT) and included Partners Victoria Zerjav (SCT/NYC), Dawn Rudenko (SCT), Erin Estevez (TYS), Nicole Elliott (WAS), Marcy Hart, Rachel Shim (both PHL), Danielle Price (MIA) and Tara Vance (NYC); Associates Holly Camisa, Olufunke Leroy (both PHL), Brittany Cangelosi, Leonie Huang (both NYC), Hillary Freund (WAS), Alyssa Helal (SCT) and Caitlin Simkins (MIA); Senior Policy Advisor Beth Vecchioli (TAL); and Research Manager Karen Wry (BOS).

Partner Ilenna Stein (BOS) was named one of Law360’s Rising Stars of 2023. Winners were selected based on their career accomplishments in their respective disciplines.

Ilenna was recognized in the Health Care category.

Holland & Knight was selected as a 2023 Top Legal Organization for DEI by the Orange County Coalition for Diversity in the Law (OCCDL). This award recognizes law firms’ dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion in the Orange County, California, legal community over the past year. In addition, Associate Krystal Anderson (NPB) was selected as one of OCCDL’s 2023 Top 10 Young Diverse Lawyer of Orange County.

Partner Wendy Kottmeier (NPB) was named to the Orange County Business Journal’s 2023 Leaders of Influence – Women in Law. Holland & Knight’s representation of Solenis as it was acquired by Clearon Corp. was named USA Deal of the Year – Upper Middle Markets at this year’s USA M&A Atlas Awards, hosted by the Global M&A Network. Partner Kendall Wilson (TPA), Associate Meredith Clarke (ORL) and Paralegal Leslie McGuire (TPA) led the team. They were supported by Partners Kara Ariail (TYS) and Marcy Hart (PHL); Senior Counsel Ashley Thomas (WAS); Associates Lauren Becker (DAL/AUS), Allia Howard (DAL), Katie Bennett (ATL), Libby Bloxom (DAL), Maria Cortes, Olufunke Leroy and Nicole Martini (all PHL).

Partners Amy Curtis, Jolisa Dobbs, Adrienne Dominguez, Jessica Magee, Meghan McCaig, Mary McNulty, Lee Meyercord, Denise Mudigere, Neely Munnerlyn and Debra Villarreal, as well as Consulting Counsel Emily Parker (all DAL), are among the 30 Holland & Knight attorneys who were recognized as Best Lawyers in Dallas by D Magazine. The listing honors top lawyers in Dallas across multiple practices as selected by their peers.

Partner Antonia Tzinova (WAS) was selected as a Top CFIUS Advisor for 2023 by Foreign Investment Watch. The list highlights leading global Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) professionals who provide advice and counsel concerning foreign investment and national security in the U.S. and abroad.

Partner Vivian de las Cuevas-Diaz (MIA) was named Real Estate Lawyer of the Year by Euromoney Legal Media Group at its Women in Business Law 2023 Americas Awards ceremony. Partner Audrey Sung (SFO) was shortlisted as a finalist for the Structured Finance Lawyer of the Year award, Partner Lee Meyercord (DAL) was a finalist for the Tax Rising Star award and Partner Shari Levitan (BOS) was a finalist for the Wealth Management Lawyer of the Year award, which she won in 2021. The awards recognize complex and innovative firm initiatives that promote women in law and the leading women practitioners from more than 30 practice areas.

Partner Nellie Sullivan (ATL/CLT) was recently named to a three-year term on the board of trustees for Leadership Atlanta.

Partner Gina Fonte (BOS) was named to Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly’s list of “Go To Lawyers: Construction.”

Lawyers on the list were nominated by their colleagues as leaders in the Massachusetts legal community and chosen by a panel from Lawyers Weekly.

Trainee Solicitor Lukwasa Namposya (LON) was part of a team that was recognized with the Sustainability Supported Finance Deal of the Year Award from Airline Economics. The team represented Pegasus Airlines on the closing of a $600 million sustainability-linked loan to fund 10 new Airbus A321neo aircraft. The deal also won Airfinance Journal’s Guaranteed Financing Deal of the Year and was shortlisted for the Sustainability Award Europe.

Trainee Solicitor Lukwasa Namposya (LON) represented Pegasus Airlines in a separate Japanese operating lease with call option (JOLCO) financing of $44.2 million, which won Airfinance Journal’s Tax Lease Deal of the Year.

This transaction involved the combination of Japanese tax equity with bank debt, which is in turn wrapped with a specialist non-payment insurance product.

Holland & Knight’s representation of various creditors of Grupo Aeroméxico in its fleet restructuring won Airfinance Journal’s Global Airline Restructuring Deal of the Year.

The team included Partners Tory Koob (LON) and Barbra Parlin (NYC), along with Associates Laura Lewis (NYC), Danielle Santucci (SFO), Noelle Boyce and Mary Gong (both LON).

Associate Juliana Lamar (NSH) has been named to the Top 40 Under 40 list for 2023 by The National Black Lawyers. The invitation-only list recognizes Black attorneys younger than age 40 who have demonstrated excellence and achieved outstanding results in their legal careers.

Many Holland & Knight attorneys have been selected to Law360 editorial advisory boards for 2023, including Partner Trisha Rich (CHI/NYC), who has served in the Legal Ethics category since 2020; Senior Counsel Nneka Obiokoye (DEN), who is serving her second year in the Energy category; and Partner Mary McNulty (DAL), who has served in the Tax Authority Federal category since 2014.

Partner Danielle Garno (MIA/LAX) was named Partner of the Year during the Luxury Law Awards 2023 presentation at the London Luxury Law Summit held at the British Museum. One of 13 award categories, Partner of the Year recognizes law firm attorneys who specialize in advising luxury companies. Winners must show an exceptional year of delivering value for clients, in addition to playing leadership roles at their law firms.

Partner Megan Schmid (HOU) was selected as a 2023 recipient for Southwestern University’s “18 Under 40” award, which honors distinguished graduates who are already making significant contributions to their professions and/or communities. Honorees exemplify Southwestern’s core values and have made outstanding contributions to their country, state or the university through their good deeds and services.

Partner Miriam Soler Ramos (MIA) was named to Leadership Florida’s 2023-2024 Cornerstone Class, one of only 55 participants over age 40 from across the state.

Class members have the opportunity to meet other leaders from a variety of backgrounds and acquire knowledge that will help them take on Florida’s biggest challenges.

Partner Jolisa Dobbs (DAL) was announced as new president of The Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law. Partner Agnes Doyle (HOU) has been named to the Houston Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 list, which honors distinguished leaders in Houston who contribute to their companies, industries and community. Agnes was recognized for her legal leadership and her ongoing pro bono efforts with Kids in Need of Defense (KIND).

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Holland & Knight has been recognized with the Outstanding Services Award for the 11th consecutive year by the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Military Pro Bono Project. Associates Kelly McNeill (NYC) and Kensye Wood (DEN) were individually recognized with the Outstanding Services Award for their “extraordinary pro bono services” in 2022.

Partners Nancy Bostic (HOU), Lindsay Sheehy (SCT) and Marisa Terrenzi (TYS), along with Associate Morgan Ivey (NSH), were recognized among The Deal’s “Top Women in Dealmaking 2023.”

Associate Nicole Rankin (TPA) served as chair for Care Fair, a day of service held by the Junior League of St. Petersburg to help local children get ready for the upcoming school year. The outdoor family-friendly street fair included educational exhibits and interactive entertainment, as well as provided school physicals, medical screenings and essential school supplies to Pinellas County residents.

Lawyers of Color selected Partner Kwamina Williford (WAS) to its Wonderful Women List, which recognizes dynamic women attorneys working in law firms, companies and government agencies across the U.S. In addition, Associates Sophia Chen (WAS), Krithika Rajkumar (BOS) and Adrianne Waddell (AUS/HOU) were honored on this year’s Hot List, which recognizes junior and midlevel attorneys who are excelling in their careers and demonstrating a strong commitment to advancing diversity in the legal profession.

Partner Courtney Worcester (BOS) has joined the board of the National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL), which provides leadership, a collective voice and essential resources to advance women in the legal profession and advocate for the equality of women under the law. Courtney has served on a variety of NAWL committees and is coexecutive editor of the Women Lawyers Journal, a biannual NAWL publication.

Associate Noelle Boyce (LON) has been selected as a 2023 “Rising Star” by Airfinance Journal. The trade publication identifies Rising Stars each year by asking readers around the globe to nominate promising young attorneys whom they feel best serve the aviation industry.

Partner Evelyn Seeler (NYC) was recognized for pro bono dedication and named “Empire State Counsel” by the New York State Bar Association. She earned the designation by providing 50 or more hours of pro bono legal services in the prior year to low-income/vulnerable individuals or to organizations dedicated to increasing the availability of such legal services.

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Holland & Knight’s representation of MarineMax Inc. on its acquisition of Island Global Yachting LLC was named “M&A Deal of the Year” at the 14th Annual International M&A Advisor Awards, hosted by The M&A Advisor. The team included Partners Alyse Latour, Barbara Yadley (both TPA) and Ari Alvarez (FTL), Of Counsel Stacy Watson May (JAX), Associates Meredith Clarke (ORL) and Maria Cortes (PHL), and Paralegal Leslie McGuire (TPA).

Partner Allison Kernisky (MIA) has been chosen as an editor for Holland & Knight’s SECond Opinions Blog, which provides analysis of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission news, enforcement actions and agency rulemaking.

Partner Tina Tellado (CCC/PHL) has been listed among the Top Labor & Employment Lawyers 2023 by the Daily Journal. The publication highlighted her role as co-lead counsel for Tesla Inc. in California’s largest array of complex employment litigation and wrote that Tina’s skill set “includes an ability to whittle down class actions from thousands of potential plaintiffs to a handful, making her a go-to wage-and-hour litigator within California’s strict system of employment laws” and that her “expertise extends to complex litigation involving race, sex, harassment and discrimination claims.”

Associate Jasmine Tobias (DAL) accepted a “Stars of Texas Bars” award from the State Bar of Texas on behalf of the Dallas Women Lawyers Association (DWLA).

Jasmine, who serves as DWLA co-vice president of attorney development, launched the job board last year with fellow DWLA officers. The Stars of Texas Bars Awards are presented to recognize local bar associations for outstanding community involvement, commitment to increasing access to justice and dedication to the profession.

Partner Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC) was recognized by the Los Angeles County Business Coalition with the organization’s Policy Changemaker of the Year award at its Second Annual Bizzi Awards luncheon on June 28. The federation – which represents more than 215 business associations, 410,000 employers and 5 million employees throughout Southern California – created the awards to celebrate and honor excellent advocates for economic and business growth.

Associate Meaghan Colligan (WAS) has been named a D.C. Rising Star by The National Law Journal as part of the publication’s 2023 Legal Awards, which highlight the top litigation and appellate work from the past year.

Partner Susan Booth (LAX) has been named to the LA500 for the fourth year in a row by the Los Angeles Business Journal. The list recognizes the most influential leaders and impactful executives in the city.

Newsworthy Networking Partner Anita Mosner (WAS) led two sessions during the CAPA Latin America Aviation Summit. On Aug. 31, she moderated the panel, “Collaborating with Government to Allow for Aviation Market Growth,” which focused on government policy on aviation in the Latin American and Caribbean markets. On Sept. 1, she conducted an interview with Enrique Beltranena, the president and CEO of Volaris, Mexico’s largest airline and one of the most profitable airlines globally.

Partner Ashley Shively (SFO) participated in an American Bar Association webinar, “The Web Tracking Litigation Tsunami: Trends, Tactics and Tales from the Trenches,” on Aug. 30. She discussed trends in the wave of privacy class action lawsuits arising from the use of internet tracking tools, explored class actions currently pending in state and federal courts attacking the use of social media plugins, targeted marketing technologies and other internet tracking technologies.

Partner Francis De La Guardia (MIA) attended the Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA) Annual Convention on Aug. 30. She serves as president of Region VIII. Partner Antonia Tzinova (WAS) co-led the Holland & Knight webinar, “Top 10 Impacts of the Outbound Investment Executive Order,” on Aug. 29. The speakers discussed the top 10 impacts of the recent executive order addressing U.S. outbound investments in certain national security technologies and products in China.

Partner Nicole Elliott and Senior Policy Advisor Beth Viola (both WAS) participated in a webinar series hosted

by Stanford’s Lawyers for Sustainable Economy Initiative on the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) for Tribal Nations.

The Aug. 28 presentation took a deep dive into how Tribal entities can benefit from the direct pay provisions in the IRA. The Aug. 3 presentation focused on new tax opportunities for tribal nations that come from the IRA. Partner Jennifer Connors (NYC) participated in the 21st Financial Law Congress on Aug. 24. During “Initial Offerings of Digital Currencies,” she co-hosted a panel that focused on the short-term, immediate offerings of digital currencies.

Partner Hilary Lane (TPA) participated in the virtual program, “Virtual Central and South Florida KnowledgeNet,” hosted by the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). The Aug. 24 discussion centered on Florida Senate Bill 262 and privacy regulations in Florida.

Partner Annie Gamez (MIA) joined the Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA) Region VIII luncheon on Aug. 24 to commemorate Women’s Equality Day. The all-woman panel discussed the intersection of equality and the practice of law.

Associate Marina O’Brien (WAS) spoke at the Chief Pilots Roundtable meeting on Aug. 23. Her panel was titled “Pilot Record Database Rule – Update and Current Issues.”

Partner Miriam Soler Ramos (MIA) co-led a Holland & Knight webinar, “Update on Miami-Dade County and Florida Lobbying Laws,” on Aug. 22. She discussed recent changes to the Miami-Dade County Lobbyist Ordinance, as well as common mistakes and how to avoid them.

Partner Missy Turra (JAX/MIA) co-led the Holland & Knight webinar, “Florida Senate Bill 264: Regulation of Certain Foreign Persons and Real Property in Florida,” on Aug. 15. Subject to certain exemptions, the law restricts select persons from “foreign countries of concern” from directly or indirectly owning, having a controlling interest in or acquiring by purchase, grant, devise or descent any interest in any additional real property in Florida.

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Partner Amy Edwards (WAS) spoke at the 2023 National Brownfields Training Conference on Aug. 9. Her session, “Your Problem? My Problem? Whose Problem Is It? The LLP Conundrum,” focused on pre-acquisition and postacquisition requirements, state law implications for reliance on landowner liability protections (LLPs), as well as case law summaries.

Partner Melissa Wong (BOS) spoke at the BlueCross BlueShield 2023 Law, Audit, Compliance & Ethics Conference on Aug. 6-9. During the panel, “Before the Subpoena Arrives: Proactive Strategies for Payers and Providers to Get Ahead of Medicare Advantage Compliance Problems,” she discussed the most common payor and provider compliance problems when it comes to Medicare Advantage plans, as well as who to prevent these problems from escalating. She shared the same presentation at the 2023 American Health Law Association Annual meeting on June 27.

Senior Counsel Estefanny Pardo (BOG) participated in a webinar organized by the Mining and Energy Committee of the Colombian Canadian Chamber of Commerce on Aug. 4. During “Conversation: Changes Coming to the Mining Code: Mining Environmental Aspects,” the speakers discussed changes coming to Colombia’s Mining Code.

Holland & Knight’s Austin office hosted a reception on Aug. 3 during the State Bar of Texas Environmental & Natural Resources Law Section’s 35th Annual Texas Environmental Superconference, an event that the firm sponsored. Partners Ashley Phillips (AUS) and Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC), along with Associates Adrianne Waddell (AUS/HOU) and Lecelle Clarke (AUS), were among the attendees, and Ashley also served on the conference planning committee.

Partner Kwamina Williford (WAS) spoke at the National Bar Association 98th Annual Convention & Exhibits on July 31. She shared insights during the “Law Firm Leadership and Practice Management: The Balancing Act of Leading and Practicing at a High Level” panel.

Associates Emily Kaiser and Brenna Toomey (both BOS) helped organize and host a Summer Block Party for clients and contacts at the firm’s Boston office on July 27. The networking event was a huge success, with approximately 250 attendees celebrating summer with Holland & Knight associates.

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The West Palm Beach office hosted a year-end reception on July 27 for interns in the Palm Beach County Bar Association’s Diversity Internship Program (DIP). This year, eight diverse law students were given the opportunity to obtain practical experience in the legal profession and gain exposure to the Palm Beach County legal community by working at local law firms and government agencies.

Partner Kayla Pragid, a DIP Committee member as well as the Diversity Committee co-chair for the West Palm Beach office, organized the event with support from Practice Assistant Narais Rodriguez and Administrative Specialist Michie Gonzalez (all WPB). They were joined at the event by Partners Sandra Heller (WPB) and Rebecca Leon (WPB/MIA) and Associate Lisa Kohring (WPB).

Partner Meghan McCaig (DAL) and Associate Andrea James (HOU) co-hosted the Holland & Knight webinar, “HR Toolkit Series Part 2: Investigating Employee Misconduct,” on July 26. They covered best practices for investigating allegations of employee misconduct, including things to avoid during the course of an investigation.

Partner Miriam McKendall (BOS) co-led a virtual presentation hosted by the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities in Massachusetts on July 25.

During “Presentation on Admissions Issues,” the speakers discussed how the higher ed community is handling the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on race-conscious admissions in SFFA v. Harvard and UNC. Senior Counsel Nneka Obiokoye (DEN) was a panelist at the 69th Annual Natural Resources and Energy Law Institute on July 21. The panel, “Realizing Hydrogen Projects – Deal Structures, Federal Incentives, Financing, and Other Key Development Issues,” covered how new deal structures, government incentives and other factors are driving developments in the environmental and hydrogen products space.

Holland & Knight was a sponsor of the 37th Annual Environmental Permitting Summer School on July 1821. Associate Alessandria San Roman (MIA) spoke during the session, “Strategic Planning and Permitting for Development.” In addition, Of Counsel Stacy Watson May (JAX) was a speaker during “What to Expect When Being Inspected.” Public Affairs Advisor Tori Deal (TAL) also attended the event.

Partner Annie Gamez (MIA) served as faculty on an allfemale panel for the Lawline National CLE Program, “The Trial Skills Checklists 2.0: Intermediate Tips and Tricks for Presenting Effective Opening Statements, Direct and Cross Examinations, and Closing Arguments.” The panel was held on July 17.

Partner Stacey Wang (LAX), Associates Krystal Anderson (NPB) and Wendy Qiu, and Summer Associate Mary Muradyants (both LAX) participated in a legal clinic put on by Californians for Safety and Justice (CSJ) on July 15. The team assisted with petitions to effect expungements and reductions of felonies to misdemeanors subject to the state’s new “Clean Slate” law.

Associate Catalina Mandujano (MEX) co-led the Holland & Knight webinar, “Mexican and United States Transfer Pricing Developments,” on July 11. The speakers discussed the Interim Guidance issued by the IRS on the Review and Acceptance of Advance Pricing Agreement Submissions, as well as a number of issues relating to the application of the Mexico-U.S. Income Tax Treaty to transfer pricing matters.

Partners Renee Covitt and Erin Goodman (both NYC) spoke during the Holland & Knight webinar, “New York Real Estate Trends Part 4: Leasehold Condos,” on July 11.

The discussion included advantages and challenges for landlords and nonprofits, as well as how a nonprofit entity can qualify for tax exemptions.

Associate Catalina Mandujano (MEX) was a co-host of the Holland & Knight webinar, “Mexican and United States Transfer Pricing Developments,” on July 11, as well as a Thomson Reuters webinar, “Best Practices for Transfer Pricing,” on June 30. During both presentations, she discussed the practice of transfer pricing, which establishes prices and allows businesses that are part of the same larger enterprise to exchange goods and services.

Senior Counsel Estefanny Pardo (BOG) led a Ready to Work Training Session for the Asociación Americana de Geólogos del Petróleo on July 5.

Holland & Knight’s Real Estate & Hospitality Industry Sector Group hosted an informal rooftop reception for longtime client Marriott International in Washington, D.C., on June 27. Nearly 60 people attended, including Partners Stacie Goeddel (SFO), Kelly Bagnall (DAL), Allison McCarthy (FTL) and Lynn Calkins (WAS/NSH), Senior Counsel June Marshall and Paralegal Andrea Simonich (both WAS).

Partner Melissa Wong (BOS) spoke at the 2023 American Health Law Association Annual meeting on June 27. During the panel, “Before the Subpoena Arrives: Proactive Strategies for Payers and Providers to Get Ahead of Medicare Advantage Compliance Problems,” she discussed the most common payer and provider compliance problems when it comes to Medicare Advantage plans, as well as how to prevent these problems from escalating.

Partner Susan Lafferty (WAS) moderated a panel, “Basics of Land Use and Energy Law,” hosted by Environmental Law Institute (ELI) Summer School on June 22. The conversation focused on land and energy use history, trends in approaches to planning energy developments and the land use and energy law’s primary elements: foundations of land use and energy law, legal frameworks, conservation and renewable energy.

Senior Policy Advisor Beth Viola (WAS) spoke on the “Transition to a Low Carbon Economy” panel hosted by The Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce on June 22. The panel covered the first two years of President Biden’s tenure and Congress’ significant legislation to decarbonize the economy.

Partner Dianne Phillips (BOS) spoke during the webinar, “EBC Emerging Contaminants – Legal Perspective on Emerging Contaminants,” on June 22.

Partner Bess Hinson (ATL), Senior Counsel Ashley Thomas (WAS) and Associate Katie Bennett (ATL) presented the Holland & Knight program, “Technology Transactions, Software Audits and Data Security: Insight and Best Practices,” on June 21. The speakers provided insight into recent developments and best practices regarding maintaining leverage and managing risk.

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Associate Amy Fuentes (TYS) was a speaker at an American Bar Association Public Contract Law Section event regarding updates to the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Mentor Protégé Program. The event was hosted by the firm’s Tysons office on June 21.

Partner Barbra Parlin (NYC) was one of several Holland & Knight attorneys who spoke at the Ship Finance Academy as a part of Marine Money Week. Her June 20 presentation, “Bankruptcy,” provided an overview of U.S. Bankruptcy law, Section 362 and automatic stay, Section 365 and executory contracts/unexpired leases, debtor-inpossession financing, emergence from bankruptcy and plan distributions.

Partner Taite McDonald (WAS) was a panelist at the Environmental Transactions Masterclass: Hot Topics and Emerging Issues for 2023 and Beyond, hosted by the American Bar Association on June 16. During the panel, “The Roaring 2020s: Renewable Energy, ESG Investments and the Opportunities for Transactional Environmental, Energy and Resource Lawyers,” she explained the coming wave of investments and developments that created these opportunities and were made possible by federal funding from the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. In addition, Partner Amy Edwards (WAS) served on the event’s planning committee.

Partner Robin Feiner (NYC) was a presenter at the Miami IPO/Divestiture Bootcamp on June 15. Her panel, “The IPO Process,” brought participants up to speed on the current trends in the market, what they need to know about going public and alternative options for an exit strategy.

Senior Counsel Estefanny Pardo (BOG) spoke at the Women In Mining webinar, “Mujer Minera, Balance Entre Vida y Trabajo,” on June 15.

Holland & Knight’s Boston office hosted a networking event to connect with mutual professionals at Ernst & Young in mid-June. Associate Emily Robey-Phillips (BOS) helped coordinate the event that was attended by at least 50 guests, including Associates Krithika Rajkumar, Brenna Toomey, Emily Butcher Repetto, Katie McKeon, Sydney Kanjuparamban, Emily Kaiser, Kelsey Kitchens and Ariana Mirzakashani, as well as Summer Associates Christie Masanka, Sadie Mlika and Karson Silver (all BOS).

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Partner Jessica Magee (DAL) presented at the “Hot Topics in SEC and DOJ Enforcement and Litigation Dallas Conference” on June 14.

Partner Selene Espinosa (MEX) served on a Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law (FNREL) virtual panel, “Mining Reform in Mexico: A Panel Discussion on Important Changes and Implications for Projects,” on June 14. She provided an overview of the reforms and how they affect mining projects, including modifications to the term for mining concessions, as well as addressed recourse for foreign investors that suffer economic damages as a result of the reform, in addition to possible defense mechanisms and alternatives.

Holland & Knight’s Stamford office partnered with Inspirica for a recent Day of Service event to help homeless individuals and families in the region. Participants included Chief Operating Officer Kimberly Gardner; Partners Gloria Skigen, Dawn Rudenko and Victoria Zerjav; Senior Counsels Kristen Centre and Marybeth O’Keefe; Associate Anush Yegyazarian; Practice Assistants Erica LaTorra and Phyllis Phillips; Assistant Director of Business Development Liz Garrett; and Receptionist Karen Hickey (all SCT). In addition, Partner Lindsay Sheehy, Associate Kelly McKeon and Practice Assistant Mary-Anne Larson (all SCT) also participated in the organization’s toiletry drive by donating to an online gift registry that ensures essential items go to Inspirica’s families in need.

Associate Kristine Little (WAS) co-presented a Railway Supply Institute (RSI) webinar, “Publicly Funded Investment Projects & Buy America,” on June 13.

The speakers reviewed domestic preference rules in government contracts, including the Buy American Act and Buy America rules. They also discussed new executive orders, case law and statutory and regulatory changes.

Holland & Knight co-sponsored and hosted a rooftop reception, “Strategic Connections: Developing a Diverse Estate Planning Network,” on June 13 at the firm’s office in Washington, D.C. Partner Kwamina Williford provided remarks on behalf of the firm as host of the event, and Partner Janene Jackson and Associate Marie Smith (all WAS) also attended.

Four Holland & Knight attorneys spoke at the 10th Annual Women’s Private Equity Summit on June 12-14. Partner Glynna Christian (CHI/NYC) moderated the panel, “Future of Consumer Investing: Fashion, Apparel and More,” which explored what’s next for fashion and other consumer products and the outlook for investors, including the growing number of merger and acquisition deals, how supply chain disruptions are altering every corner of the industry and what to expect next. Partner Rebecca Wilsker (BOS) moderated the discussion, “Hunting for Deals in Disrupted Supply Chains,” which discussed innovation in supply chains from multiple angles. Partner Ashleigh VanLandingham (NSH) moderated the panel, “Destigmatized: The Future of Behavioral Health Investing,” which explored the key problems private equity is hoping to address and the challenges for investors in the space. Associate Morgan Ivey (NSH) was a speaker during “Unlocking Opportunities in Women’s Healthcare,” which examined a number of topics related to women’s healthcare, including private equity acquisitions, the wave of consolidation, founder perspectives and key legal and regulatory considerations for stakeholders.

Partner Nicole Elliott (WAS) was a co-presenter of the Holland & Knight webinar, “CPA Webinar Series: Tax Legislative Update,” on June 13. The speakers discussed what’s next in the world of tax policy, what tax code changes are under consideration by Congress and what is on the horizon.

Associate Allison Skopec (NYC) participated in the 7th Annual Energy Drone and Robotics Summit organized by P3 Tech Consulting on June 12. Her panel, “Navigating Legal Swimlanes by Air and Sea for Offshore Energy,” focused on the legal, regulatory and policy issues implicated in offshore energy. She also discussed maritime regulatory compliance, autonomous transportation and emerging technologies.

Partner Mary McNulty (DAL) was a speaker at the 15th Annual Tax Controversy Forum hosted by the NYU School of Professional Studies on June 8-9. During her panel, “Effectively Navigating the LB&I Examination Process: Tips and Strategies for Responding to Information Document Requests,” she provided an overview of Large Business and International (LB&I) IDR procedures as well as practical advice on how to approach an examination and effectively communicate with the IRS.

Associate Rachel Katz (NYC) helped present the Holland & Knight webinar, “New York Real Estate Trends Part 3: Creating Value – Distressed Condominiums and Commercial Conversions,” on June 8. The speakers explored how these unsuccessful projects can be turned around, completed and sold.

Partner Antonia Tzinova (WAS) spoke at the C5 Conference’s 4th European Forum on FDI Reviews and CFIUS on June 7-8. Her segment, “The Hurdles to Investing in Emerging Technology Sectors,” examined how different member states evaluate the national security risk of a Foreign Direct Investment involving emerging and critical technologies and materials.

Associate Jimena Nieto (BOG) participated in a virtual event organized by AmCham on June 7. During “Perspectivas y Desafíos de la Reforma Laboral,” she discussed labor reform, its different perspectives and the challenges it brings.

Holland & Knight’s Asian/Pacific Islander (API) and LGBTQ Affinity Groups hosted a conversation with transgender lawyer and decorated veteran Mia Yamamoto on June 6. Partner Stacey Wang (LAX) moderated the presentation in which Yamamoto discussed her unique journey and perspectives on race, gender and breaking barriers.

Associate Stacie Chau (LAX) was a panelist at a National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) webinar on June 6. Her topic was titled, “Foreign Affairs: How to Help Non-U.S. Citizens Deal with Estate Planning and Tax Issues.”

The Healthcare & Life Sciences Team hosted a wine tasting reception on June 6 during the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) International Convention.

Attendees included Partners Rebecca Wilsker and Melissa Wong, along with Associates Anna Honig, Sydney Kanjuparamban (all BOS) and Sara Klock (WAS).

Partner Trisha Rich (CHI/NYC) spoke at the One-andDone: 6-Hour Professional Responsibility Overview webinar hosted by the Chicago Bar Association on June 6. Her panel, “Recent Developments in Legal Ethics & Professional Responsibility Law,” provided attendees with professional responsibility credit to satisfy their continuing legal education (CLE) requirements.

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Partner Trisha Rich (CHI/NYC) participated in the American Bar Association’s 28th National Conference on Professional Responsibility on June 1. Her session, “So You Wanna Be An Ethics Lawyer?” explored making a career in ethics law. Panelists shared their experience in this field and provided tips to professionals looking to become ethics lawyers.

Partner Amy Edwards (WAS) participated in an American Bar Association webinar on May 31 regarding the Environmental Site Assessment due diligence process.

She, along with other environmental attorneys and professionals, discussed the differences between the new ASTM-21 Standard and the former ASTM-13 Standard.

Associate Daniela Arbeláez (BOG) spoke at the ProColombia webinar, “Taller Sobre Temas de Salud en el Plan Nacional de Desarrollo” on May 31.

Holland & Knight’s Real Estate & Hospitality Industry Sector Group hosted an informal rooftop reception for IHG Hotels & Resorts on May 30 in Atlanta. Attendees included Partners Stacie Goeddel (SFO) and Kelly Bagnall (DAL), along with Associate Talis Trevino (ATL).

Associate Amy Fuentes (TYS) presented at an American Bar Association Public Contract Law Section’s Small Business Committee annual judges panel and discussion on May 30. The event included insights on small business procedures, case law and recent decisions at the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Hearings and Appeals, the Federal Aviation Administration’s Office of Dispute Resolution for Acquisition and the U.S. Government Accountability Office in regard to small business government contractors.

Senior Counsel Laura Zielinski (MEX) moderated a SpaceWatch.Global and Space Arbitration Association event on May 30. She discussed the current state of space industry public policies and private initiatives in Asia, with a focus on China and India, as well as provided the available dispute resolution mechanisms for past and potential future disputes.

Partner Anita Mosner (WAS) spoke at a Mondaq-hosted webinar, “Upheaval in the Commercial Aviation Market: Overview of Emerging Risks and Challenges,” on May 25. She covered key topics such as intensified regulatory oversight of airline-consumer relations, challenges to exclusive federal oversight of airline commercial behavior, shifting federal reviews of airline cooperation and alliances and emerging trends in aviation enforcement.

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Partner Katharine Menéndez de la Cuesta (MIA) spoke at a New York International Arbitration Centre (NYIAC) event on May 24. The program focused on anti-suit injunctions in support of international arbitration.

Partner Chelsea Maclean (SFO) was a co-presenter of the Holland & Knight webinar, “Surplus Land Act,” on May 24. The speakers provided an overview of California’s legislation dictating disposition procedures and requirements and identified notable exemptions. They also reviewed a number of real-world case studies at the local level and tips for public-private partnership projects.

Partner Barbra Parlin (NYC) was a panelist for a May 24 session at the American Bankruptcy Institute’s (ABI) New York City Bankruptcy Conference, one of ABI’s largest and most prestigious events. Barbra’s panel focused on whether there is a bankruptcy common law, exploring questions such as whether applicable law should be the default position, what the rule of necessity is, when bankruptcy common law may be appropriate and how bankruptcy law has evolved.

Partners Shannon Armstrong and Kristin Asai (both POR) led a discussion with the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Oregon, “Shaping the Battlefield: Strategic Considerations for Drafting, Enforcing or Avoiding Arbitration in Complex Commercial Disputes,” on May 23. They shared the dangers and benefits of arbitration and how to determine the best venue for your commercial disputes.

Partner Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC) led a discussion hosted by the Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) Orange County/ Inland Empire chapter on May 23. During “CEQA: The Law That Swallowed California,” she spoke about the political obstacles to enacting reforms that could encourage more timely construction of housing, infrastructure and other projects required to make affordable housing more available to middle-income Californians.

Partner Renee Covitt and Associate Kelly Maharaj (both NYC) were co-presenters during the Holland & Knight webinar, “New York Real Estate Trends Webinar Series Part 2: Converting Rental Apartment Buildings to Condominiums,” on May 23. The speakers reviewed the conversion of apartment buildings to condominiums, condops or co-ops in the post-Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act (HSTPA) era.

Associates Vanessa Suarez and Laura Lopez Nickerson (both AUS) spoke at the Hispanic National Bar Association’s (HNBA) 2nd Annual Region XII Summit on May 18-19. Vanessa, who serves as HNBA Region XII Deputy Vice President, was a panelist during “Win the Sale: Interview & Resume Workshop,” where law students and young lawyers had the opportunity to learn how to use their resume as a tool to reach their goals.

She also moderated the keynote lunch, “From the Pipeline to an ‘Infrastructure of Opportunity,’” which featured a conversation with former Texas Supreme Court Justice Eva Guzman. In addition, Laura was a panelist during “Grains of Rice: Top 10 Litigation and Transactional Practical Tips,” in which she provided best tips in respective practices to help young lawyers refine their skills.

The Miami office marked the return of its annual South Florida Market Update Roundtable, “Doing Business in the Current Economic Climate,” on May 18. Partner and Real Estate Deputy Section Leader Vivian de las Cuevas-Diaz (MIA) gave opening remarks and introduced the agenda. Partner Annie Gamez (MIA) moderated the panel, “Upending Local Government’s Structure: How Amendment 10’s Changes Will Impact Your Business,” and Partner Turenna Ramirez (MEX) was a panelist during “Foreign Investments: Miami – Crossroads of the Americas.” In addition, Partner Miriam Soler Ramos (MIA) was part of the planning committee that worked behind the scenes to help ensure that the conference was a success.

Partners Jessica Magee (DAL) and Barbara Martinez (MIA) were co-presenters of the Holland & Knight webinar, “Internal Investigations: Issues Regarding Third-Party Disclosures,” on May 18. They highlighted important third-party disclosure issues that can arise in internal investigations.

Holland & Knight’s New York office and Real Estate Capital Markets Team hosted a CRE Finance Council (CREFC) panel and networking session on May 18 for more than 100 attendees. Partner Evelyn Seeler, Associate Allyson Dillon and Practice Assistant Brianna Perez (all NYC) attended the event.

Partner Tatyana Bloom (DAL) moderated the Holland & Knight webinar, “Combating Antisemitism in the Workplace,” on May 18. The panelists discussed modernday antisemitism and steps we can all take to prevent and counter discrimination and harassment against Jewish colleagues and friends, as well as the importance of creating a sense of belonging for Jewish employees in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs.

Partners Olesya Bakar, Christy Shiker, Jessica Bloomfield and Janene Jackson; Senior Counsel June Marshall; and Associate Sophia Chen (all WAS) were among the attendees of the District of Columbia Building Industry Association (DCBIA) Achievement Awards Dinner on May 18, where firm client Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners was honored as “Developer of the Year.”

Partner Brooke Sizer (HOU) co-led an energy-related presentation on May 18 that was hosted by the firm’s Denver office and Energy & Natural Resources Industry Sector Group, along with Houlihan Lokey. She focused on upstream mergers and acquisitions (M&A), including providing several reasons for cautious optimism about an uptick in M&A activity in 2023. Other presentation topics included midstream M&A and capital markets conditions, with a particular emphasis on the Rockies and western United States.

Partner Andrea Darling de Cortés (TPA) was part of a STEP Mid Atlantic Hybrid Program, “International Information Reporting: Recent Developments and Strategies,” on May 18. The session discussed efforts by the IRS to prioritize international information reporting as an area for enforcement activity.

Partner Antonia Tzinova (WAS) spoke at a National Business Institute webinar, “Security Clearance and Classified Information Law,” on May 18. The speakers covered topics such as differentiating between security clearance types, the latest information on classified information leaks and potential legal implications relating to individuals/companies who disclose classified information.

Partner Adrienne Dominguez (DAL), who serves as president of the Dallas Hispanic Law Foundation (DHLF), spoke at the DHLF’s Amanecer luncheon on May 17. She focused on racial disparities within the Texas legal industry and the importance of increasing access to law school for Hispanic students. She noted that while the number of Hispanic lawyers in Texas has seen marginal improvement over the years, “a two percent gain is not quite the progress we’re looking for.”

Partner Caitlin Saladrigas (WPB) and Associate Anna Hayes (WAS) were panelists at the Corporate Counsel Monthly Update webinar hosted by the American Bar Association on May 16. The attorneys discussed and updated in-house counsel on any antitrust developments that have occurred in the past months.

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Partner Stacy Thomas (JAX/BOS) helped to organize and host the Florida Venture Forum’s board meeting, networking reception and panel discussion on May 16. Themed “The Journey of Building a High-Growth Company,” the event offered a panel discussion featuring executives from successful North Florida companies who have presented at the Florida Venture Forum’s Capital Conference.

Associate Jessica Kramer (TPA) was a co-presenter of “Legal Basics for Entrepreneurs and Startups” on May 15 at Hillsborough County’s Entrepreneur Collaborative Center (ECC). The presenters assisted local business owners with their questions.

Partner Diane McDermott (BOS) was a keynote speaker at the 12th annual “eat LUNCH give” fundraiser to support Women’s Lunch Place. Diane was the chair of the May 12 event and serves on the nonprofit organization’s Presidents’ Council as well as its Advisory Committee.

Partner Rachel Marmor (BOS) spoke on the panel, “The Room Where It Happens: Privacy Meets Product Development,” at the Privacy + Security Forum on May 11.

She and other privacy professionals broke down the role of the privacy team is in product development and discussed strategies for effective privacy product counseling, including defining roles and responsibilities and balancing risk with business drivers.

Senior Counsel Kristen Centre (SCT) presented at a Luminary webinar, “Legal 101 for Founders: You’ve Set Up Your Company, Now What?” on May 11. She shared her experience of contracts and providing answers to common contract questions asked by entrepreneurs, broke down the various types of contracts that entrepreneurs should have in their legal tool kits and discussed her tips and tricks for how to avoid painful legal pitfalls.

Associate Jaime Herren (SFO) spoke at the American Bar Association Section of Real Property, Trust and Estate Law’s 35th Annual National CLE Conference on May 11.

Her panel, “Digital Assets Killed the Paper Trail: A Primer on Digital Asset Administration,” discussed digital asset administration in the trusts and estates space.

Partner Lindsey Camp (WPB/ATL) co-presented the Holland & Knight webinar, “HR Toolkit Series – Part 1: ERISA Fiduciary Fundamentals,” on May 10. She introduced the basics of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) fiduciary law to facilitate a better understanding of ERISA principles that apply when managing retirement plans and investing plan assets.

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Associate Jimena Nieto (BOG) participated in an event held by Colombia’s Council of American Enterprises on May 4. During “Community Meets: Analysis of the Labor Reform,” she spoke about the panorama and analysis of the Labor Reform established by the Colombian government.

Partner Danielle Price (MIA) was a panelist during an event held by All Raise on May 2. During “Compensation & Liquidity – Being Strategically Positioned,” she offered key insights and data on base salary, bonuses, founder/nonfounder equity, option pool by total financing and industry, and non-investor board compensation for startups.

Partner Shari Levitan (BOS) was a panelist during “Getting Thoughtful About Intellectual Property,” at The Fiduciary & Investment Risk Management Association’s (FIRMA) 36th National Risk Management Training Conference on May 2. The discussion included some

New Hires Reem Ali, Associate Boston | Syndication Daniela Arbeláez, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America Susan Banks, Partner Denver | Healthcare Regulatory & Enforcement Diana Bolivar, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America Diana Cabrera, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America Christina Cahill, Partner New York | Private Wealth Services Leidy Carvajal, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America Lecelle Clarke, Associate Austin | Public Policy and Regulation Julie Connelly, Partner Boston | Real Estate - Boston Natalia Cuberos, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Ana Cubillos, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Lorena Martinez, Senior Counsel Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Rebecca Durham, Associate San Francisco | Data Strategy Security and Privacy

Whitney Mayer, Associate Philadelphia | Litigation - Philadelphia

Flora Feijoo, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Salome Mejia, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Laura Franklin, Partner New York | Real Estate - New York

María Mercado, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Patty Garcia-Linares, Associate Miami | Litigation - South Florida

Viola Mercer, Staff Attorney Dallas | Real Estate Capital Markets

Maria Gomez, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Rebecca Merrill, Partner Atlanta | Healthcare Regulatory & Enforcement

Jazmine Gordon, Associate Los Angeles | Financial Services

Taylor Monnig, Associate Nashville | Financial Services

Laura Gutiérrez, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Daniela Morales, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Catalina Gutiérrez, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Molly O’Casey, Associate Washington, D.C. | Corporate - Trade Regulation

Jeanne Harrison, Associate Nashville | Construction

María Ortiz, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Caroline Howard, Associate Washington, D.C. | Corporate - Trade Regulation

Tara Param, Associate Philadelphia | Labor and Employment

Hanna Jolkovsky, Associate Century City | Labor and Employment

Anna Perez, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Christina Jones, Associate New York | Private Wealth Services

Monica Perkowski, Associate Atlanta | Litigation - Atlanta

Allison Krause, Associate Boston | Data Strategy Security and Privacy

Nicole Rankin, Associate Tampa | Litigation - Tampa

Yoojin Lee, Partner Los Angeles | Financial Services

Erica Santos, Associate Boston | Real Estate - Boston

Rebecca Leon, Partner West Palm Beach | Corporate - South Florida

Nathalia Sierra, Associate Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Alba Malagón, Partner Bogotá | Corporate - Latin America

Amy Simpson, Partner Century City | Intellectual Property

Annie Malo, Partner Boston | Real Estate - Boston

Laura Supple, Associate Tysons | Litigation - Northern Virginia

Summer Martin, Partner Atlanta | Healthcare Regulatory & Enforcement

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Published During the past several months, our women attorneys have demonstrated their thought leadership by authoring or contributing to the following externally published content.

Internal Revenue Service’s Energy Community Bonus Guidance Provides Welcome Clarity for Pratt’s Energy Law Report – Nicole Elliott, Mary Kate Nicholson, Rachel Provencher and Meaghan Colligan (all WAS), Sept. 2023 ¿Viola el Principio de Transparencia Fiscal el Impuesto de Timbre? for Asuntos Legales – Salomé Mejía (BOG), Aug. 30 Alternativas del Accionista Minoritario Frente al Ejercicio Abusivo del Controlante Administrador: ¿Existe un Defecto Legal? for Lexir – María Ortiz (BOG), Aug. 22 Good Faith in Domestic and International Tax Law for the International Fiscal Association’s Cahiers de Droit Fiscal International (materials for 2023 Cancun Congress) – Rachel Provencher (WAS), Aug. 22 SEC Cybersecurity Rule Presents Burden for Health Care Cos. for Law360 – Bess Hinson (ATL), Aug. 14 Cambios que Vienen para el Sector Minero ¿Peor el Remedio que la Enfermedad? for Asuntos Legales – Esteffany Pardo (BOG), Aug. 8 How the IRA Energy Community Bonus Can Work for You for Tax Notes – Meaghan Colligan, Rachel Provencher and Mary Kate Nicholson (all WAS), Aug. 7 The Sequel No One Wants to See: Another Government Shutdown for The Hill – Lauren Maddox (WAS), Aug. 7 US-Chile Tax Treaty: What It Means for Latinvex – Devin Damon (MIA), Aug. 2 A Propósito de la Ley de Pasivos Ambientales, ¿Qué Cambios se Anticipan en Materia Sancionatoria Ambiental? for Lexir – Maria Aponte (BOG), Aug. 1

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Progress on the United Nations Commitment to End Plastic Pollution for Environmental Bankers Association (EBA) Journal – Dianne Phillips (BOS), Summer 2023 New York: Paving the Way for Regulation of AI Technology in the Workforce for OneTrust DataGuidance – Sophie Kletzien (NYC), August 2023 Taxpayers Denied $5.2 Million Charitable Deduction for Trusts & Estates Magazine – Cara Santoro (BOS/SCT), July 26 Writers Continue to Resist AI Over Alleged Copyright Infringement for Bloomberg Law – Danielle Garno (MIA/ LAX), July 25 Texas Joins the Privacy Rodeo with New Consumer Data Privacy Law and Social Media Law for OneTrust DataGuidance’s Data Protection Magazine – Haylie Treas (HOU), July 2023 La Importancia de la Sostenibilidad en la Transición Energética: Hacia un Futuro Renovable y Responsable for AmCham Colombia’s Business Mail – Natalia Suárez (BOG), July 2023 The SEC Lands First Blows Against Crypto Industry Titans for the International Journal of Blockchain Law – Allison Kernisky (MIA), July 2023 Inflation Reduction Act Offers a Variety of EnergyRelated Tax Incentives for Pratt’s Energy Law Report – Marcy Hart, Holly Camisa, Maria Cortes and Olufunke Leroy (all PHL), July 2023 The Greening of Commercial Real Estate for The Practical Real Estate Lawyer – Holly Camisa, Maria Cortes, Marcy Hart and Olufunke Leroy (all PHL), July 2023 Cinco Aspectos Claves a Tener en Cuenta en su Organización Desde la Gestión Legal Ambiental for Asuntos Legales – Margarita Solorza (BOG), June 22 Compliance Obligations Still Murky for Superfund Excise Tax for Law360 – Nicole Elliott and Mary Kate Nicholson (both WAS), June 12 Medidas para la Reducción del Rezago en la Actualización de Avalúos Catastrales for Lexir – Natalia Dávila (BOG), June 2

State Lending Disclosure Laws Stem Capital Flow to Small Business for Bloomberg Law – Olivia Al-Sadi (NSH), June 2 ¿Podria Blockchain Cambiar la Forma de Proteger la Propiedad Intelectual? for Legal Industry Reviews – Camila López (BOG), June 2023 Aspectos Clave del Proyecto de Ley que Pretende Modificar el Régimen Sancionatorio Ambiental for Legal Industry Reviews – Margarita Solorza (BOG), June 2023 The Knight Watch: Can Green Card Treaty TieBreakers Avoid Filing FBARs (and Other International Information Returns)? for Taxes – The Tax Magazine – Andrea Darling de Cortés (TPA), June 2023 Bankruptcy Court Orders Debtor to Comply with PostPetition Lease Obligations Payable to Non-Lessors for Pratt’s Journal of Bankruptcy Law – Barbra Parlin (NYC), June 2023 In the Name of the Environment Part III: CEQA, Housing, and the Rule of Law - for Chapman Law Review Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC), June 2023 Considerations for Bringing NIL Under a Related Entity for Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Institutional Report (Lead1 Association) – Suzanne Gilbert (ORL), May-June 2023 Recent Trends in Sustainable Finance for Lending and Secured Finance Laws and Regulations 2023, International Comparative Legal Guides – Lara Rios (MIA/ NYC) and Allison Skopec (NYC), May 22 Conservatorship of Tedesco for California Lawyers Association Trusts and Estates Section – Jaime Herren (SFO), May 19 Construcción de Obras de Defensa en Casos de Emergencia for Lexir – Maria Aponte (BOG), May 9

54th Earth Day: A Wake Up Call to the Planet on the Important Role of Lawyers and Bar Associations in Addressing the Earth’s Most Pressing Environmental Challenges for the American College of Environmental Lawyers – Amy Edwards (WAS), May 1 Receiverships: New Jersey for Thomson Reuters Practical Law – Vivian Arias (NYC), May 2023 Colombia chapter of Lexology Getting the Deal Through’s Labour & Employment Guide – Jimena Nieto (BOG), May 2023 Borrego Adds a New Tool to the Health Care Debtor’s Toolbox for the American Bankruptcy Institute Journal – Morgan Allred (BHM), May 2023 Applying Well-Settled Law to Dismantle the Clogging of the Equities Argument for Dual Collateral Loans for The Real Estate Finance Journal – Vivian Arias (NYC), Spring 2023 Environmental Protection Agency Recognizes ASTM E1527-21 as Satisfying All Appropriate Inquiries Rule for The Real Estate Finance Journal – Amy Edwards (WAS), Dianne Phillips (BOS) and Meaghan Colligan (WAS), Spring 2023 United States: Arbitration Hubs Thriving Thanks to Robust Judicial Support for Americas Arbitration Review 2024 – Marisa Marinelli (NYC) and Katharine Menéndez de la Cuesta (MIA) Why Do Public Students in High School Get More Free Speech Protection Than in Universities? A Comparative Analysis of “Off-Campus” Free Speech in Secondary School and Post-Secondary Public Schooling for the University of Pennsylvania Journal of Constitutional Law – Maddie Fenton (PHL) Attorney Fee Agreements in Michigan – Trisha Rich (CHI/NYC) (co-editor)

Secretos Empresariales de Cara al Desarrollo de Tecnologías de Inteligencia Artificial for Lexir – Camila López (BOG), May 3

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Quoted in the News Partner Shaina Kamen (MIA/NYC) participated in a video

by The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) titled, “Funding Your Revocable Trust and Other Critical Steps,” on Aug. 31.

Partner Turenna Ramirez (MEX) was quoted in a Reforma article titled, “Falta al País Plan en Maíz,” on Aug. 28.

Associate Daniela Arbeláez (BOG) was interviewed on Libre Como Tú in a discussion about The National Plan of Development and Infrastructure in Colombia on Aug. 26.

Partner Trisha Rich (CHI/NYC) hosted an episode of the Chicago Bar Association’s @theBar podcast titled, “The Right to Repair Your Stuff with Gay Gordon-Byrne,” on Aug. 25.

Partner Turenna Ramirez (MEX) was quoted by El Financiero in an article titled, “Panel por Maíz Trans se Complicaría por Agenda Electoral,” on Aug. 24.

Partners Chris Schwing (JAX) and Theresa Wanat (HOU), along with Associate Adrianne Waddell (AUS/ HOU), were among six Holland & Knight attorneys featured in an article in The Texas Lawbook titled, “Judge Finalizes Sam Houston Electric Coop Win Against Capital Credits Class Claims,” on Aug. 22.

Associate Caroline Howard (WAS) was quoted in a Latin American Advisor article titled, “How Important Has the U.S.-Chile FTA Been Over 20 Years?” on Aug. 11.

Partner Catie Lane Bailey (NSH) was quoted by Gaming Today in an article titled, “Kentucky ‘Considered’ Taxing Sports Betting Handle Like Tennessee, Expert Says,” on Aug. 10.

Partner Bess Hinson (ATL) was quoted in a Bloomberg Law article titled, “SEC Cybersecurity Rule Increases Costs, Risks for Health Care,” on Aug. 10.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was quoted in an article in Cambio titled, “Economía Colombiana Perdería 88.000 Millones de Pesos Hacia 2050 si se Retrasa la Transición Energética,” on Aug. 9.

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Senior Counsel Lorena Martínez (BOG) was quoted by Asuntos Legales in an article titled, “El Derecho Real de Superficie y Cómo Será su Implementación en el Metro de Bogotá,” on Aug. 9.

Senior Counsel Lorena Martínez (BOG) was quoted by Asuntos Legales in an article titled, “Qué Es el Derecho Real de Superficie y Cómo Funcionará la Figura con el Metro de Bogotá,” on Aug. 8.

Associate Meaghan Colligan (WAS) was quoted by Law360 in an article titled, “The Biggest Enviro Cases to Watch in 2023: Midyear Report,” on Aug. 4.

Partner Nili Yolin (NYC) was quoted in a Crain’s New York Business article titled, “Here’s What New York’s Material Transactions Law Means for Investment Activity in Health Care,” on Aug. 2.

Partner Nicole Elliott (WAS) was quoted in a Tax Notes article titled, “Phase 1 in Allocating Billions to Advanced Energy Projects,” on July 31.

Partner Nili Yolin (NYC) was quoted by Bloomberg Law in an article titled, “Rising Medical Costs Force Greater Scrutiny of Health M&A Deals,” on July 28.

Partner Taite McDonald (WAS) was quoted in a Vox article titled, “Biden’s $250 Billion Lure to Clean Up the Dirty Legacy of Fossil Fuels,” on July 26.

Partner Taite McDonald (WAS) was quoted by IJ Global in an article titled, “EIR’s Billions Remain Up for Grabs,” on July 26.

Partner Beth Vessel (NSH) was quoted in a Modern Healthcare article titled, “Merger Guidelines Update Would Increase Scrutiny of Healthcare Deals,” on July 19.

Senior Policy Advisor Miranda Franco (WAS) was quoted

by Modern Healthcare in an article titled, “CMS’ 340B Proposal a ‘Hard Pill to Swallow’ for Some Hospitals,” on July 14.

Partner Lisa Hawke (WAS) was quoted in a Law360 article titled, “Early Blueprints Emerge for Health Care’s Role in Housing,” on July 14.

Partner Rachel Marmor (BOS) was quoted by Cybersecurity Law Report in an article titled, “Analyzing 2023’s New State Privacy Laws: Oregon and Delaware Join the Strictest Tier,” on July 12.

Partner Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC) joined the Serve to Lead podcast on July 12 for an episode titled, “Are Environmental Laws Undermining Environmental, Social, and Economic Progress?”

Partner Nicole Elliott (WAS) was quoted by The Washington Post in an article titled, “Democrats’ CleanEnergy Tax Credits Are Popular — and Expensive,” on June 14.

Partner Jessica Magee (DAL) and Senior Policy Advisor Beth Viola (WAS) were quoted in a National Law Journal article titled, “Holland & Knight Forms ‘Greenwashing’ Mitigation Team as Litigation, Enforcement Spikes,” on July 10.

Partner Sara Begley (PHL) was featured in an article in The Legal Intelligencer titled, “Best Law Firm Mentors 2023: Sara Begley,” on June 10.

Senior Counsel Margarita Solorza (BOG) was quoted by Asuntos Legales in an article titled, “Las Siete Mujeres Detrás de la Práctica Ambiental en los Bufetes con Gran Valor Mundial,” on July 10.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was quoted by La República in an article titled, “Hay Retrasos en 82% de los Proyectos de Energías Renovables Ubicados en La Guajira,” on July 8.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was quoted by El Colombiano in an article titled, “Las Mineras Están Exportando Más que en los Últimos 14 Años,” on June 8.

Partner Rachel Shim (PHL) was quoted in a Law360 article titled, “5th Circ. May Be Stepping Stone to Justices’ Take on ACA,” on June 5.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was quoted by El Diario in an article titled, “Mining Companies Halt Operations in Colombia Due to Insecurity,” on June 4.

Partner Christy Shiker (WAS) was quoted in a HillRag article titled, “Extension of Waterfront PUD Supported,” on July 7.

Partner Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC) was quoted by Law360 in an article titled, “CEQA Suits a Major Holdup for Calif. Housing, Study Finds,” on June 2.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was quoted by Asuntos Legales in an article titled, “Los Desafíos Legales que Contempla el Pacto por la Transición Energética de la Guajira,” on July 7.

Partner Janene Jackson (WAS) was quoted in a Washington Business Journal article titled, “Why D.C.’s Paid Leave Program Is Seeing Rising Demand This Year,” on June 2.

Partner Dianne Phillips (BOS) was quoted in a Law360 Pulse article titled, “Texas, Florida Firms Navigate Pride Amid Anti-LGBTQ Laws,” on June 23.

Partner Megan Mocho (TYS) was quoted by Law360 in an article titled, “High Court Opens Up Uncertainty On FCA Recklessness,” on June 1.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was quoted by Asuntos Legales in an article titled, “Pinkwashing y el Uso de la Bandera Multicolor: ¿Empresas Genuinamente Inclusivas o Estrategias de Lucro?” on June 20.

Partner Sara Staha (DAL) was quoted in a Law360 article titled, “How AI Could Change W&H Compliance,” on June 1.

Partner Jennifer Rangel (AUS) was quoted by Hospice News in an article titled, “How Hospices Are Complying with Telehealth, Data Privacy Rules Post-PHE,” on June 20.

Associate Natalia Suárez (BOG) was quoted by El Colombiano in an article titled, “Todavía Quedan 150 Millones de Hectáreas para Buscar Crudo y Gas,” on June 15.

Partner Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC) was featured in an article in the June issue of Southern California Builder magazine titled, “Q&A with Leading Environmental Expert Jennifer Hernandez.”

Senior Counsel Margarita Solorza (BOG) was quoted by Pacto Global Red Colombia in an article titled, “Multas por el Uso Indebido de los Residuos de Aparatos Eléctricos y Electrónicos (AEE),” on May 31.

Partner Briana Stolley (TYS) was quoted by We Are the Mighty in an article titled, “Mighty Milspouse: When a Lawyer Fell in Love with a Soldier,” on May 31.

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Partner Lee Meyercord (DAL) was quoted in a Tax Notes Federal article titled, “The State of Partnership Audits,” on May 29.

Partner Frances De La Guardia (MIA) was quoted in an article in the South Florida Business Journal titled, “Diversity Makes Cent$,” on May 26.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was quoted by El Colombiano in an article titled, “Reservas de Petróleo y Gas del País Durarán Menos Años de lo Esperado,” on May 24.

Partner Beth Vessel (NSH) was quoted in a Modern Healthcare article titled, “What You Need to Know About Biden’s Antitrust Enforcement,” on May 24.

Partner Megan Schmid (HOU) was quoted by Law360 Pulse in an article titled, “What Firms Want to See When Summers Come to the Office,” on May 23.

Partner Adrienne Dominguez (DAL), in her role as president of the Dallas Hispanic Law Foundation, was quoted in The Texas Lawbook in an article titled, “P.S. — World Refugee Day, Hispanic Law Student Scholarships, Fundraising Successes,” on May 19.

Partner Trisha Rich (CHI/NYC) was quoted in a Law360 article titled, “DC Ethics Case Delays Threaten Bar and Public, Experts Say,” on May 18.

Partner Antonia Tzinova (WAS) was quoted in a Financial Times article titled, “U.S. Angst over Chinese Land Ownership Exposes a Deepening Rift,” on May 15.

Partner Taite McDonald (WAS) was quoted by The New York Times in an article titled, “A Swaggering CleanEnergy Pioneer, with $400 Billion to Hand Out” on May 11.

Senior Counsel Margarita Solorza (BOG) was quoted in an Asuntos Legales article titled, “Multas por el Uso Indebido de los Residuos de Aparatos Eléctricos y Electrónicos (AEE),” on May 9.

Partner Emily Lieban (SFO) was quoted by Law360 in an article titled, “Green Concrete Idea from Netflix’s Hit ‘Unstable’ Has Potential,” on May 5.

Partner Inés Vesga (BOG) was quoted by El Colombiano in an article titled, “Cobre, Níquel, Litio y Cobalto: La Apuesta de Petro para la Transición Energética,” on May 5.

Partner Selene Espinosa (MEX) was quoted in an article

by EL CEO titled, “Reforma a Ley Minera Preocupa a Sector; Prevén Amparos,” on May 3.

Senior Policy Advisor Lauren Maddox (WAS) was highlighted in an article in the Spring Semester issue of The World Magazine, a publication of Divine Savior Holy Angels High School in Milwaukee, titled, “Mary Mross Public Policy Scholarship: Honoring a Legacy to Empower Young Women.” Lauren created the scholarship to honor a former faculty member.

Holland & Knight Publications Holland & Knight’s women attorneys wrote or contributed to the following content published on our website during the last several months.

MinAmbiente Colombia Modifica Disposiciones Relacionadas con el Registro Único Ambiental (RUA) – Margarita Solorza (BOG), Aug. 31 SBA Begins Review of Personal Social Disadvantage Narratives – Erin Estevez and Amy Fuentes (both TYS), Aug. 30 Treasury, IRS Issue Proposed Regulations on IRA Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Requirements – Nicole Elliott, Mary Kate Nicholson and Rachel Provencher (all WAS), Aug. 29 Aspectos Relevantes de la Última Reforma Laboral Presentada en Colombia – Ana Cubillos (BOG), Aug. 28 FAA to Review Scope of Authorized On-Demand Air Services – Anita Mosner (WAS), Aug. 28 Departments of Education, Justice Publish Initial Affirmative Action Decision Guidance – Maddie Fenton (PHL) and Miriam McKendall (BOS), Aug. 23 SBA Extends Moratorium on Bona Fide Office Requirements for 8(a) Construction Contracts – Hillary Freund (WAS) and Kelsey Hayes (TYS), Aug. 22

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SBA Releases Interim Guidance on 8(a) Program in Light of Ultima Decision – Leila George-Wheeler (WAS/ TYS), Hillary Freund (WAS) and Kelsey Hayes (TYS), Aug. 21 Consejo de Estado de Colombia Declara Nulidad de Directivas Presidenciales Sobre Consulta Previa – Maria Aponte (BOG), Aug. 18 SBA Update on 8(a) Program in Light of Ultima Decision – Leila George-Wheeler (WAS/TYS), Hillary Freund (WAS) and Kelsey Hayes (TYS), Aug. 18 Silicon Valley Meets Washington, D.C.: DOD’s CSO Authority Is Here to Stay – Kelsey Hayes (TYS) and Hillary Freund (WAS), Aug. 17 The Rubber Meets the Road with California’s Green Chemistry Law – Dianne Phillips (BOS), Aug. 17 ANH Colombia Publica Acuerdo 3 de 2023: Cambio Tasa LIBOR por SOFR – Natalia Suárez (BOG), Aug. 16 New DEA Rule Allows Single Electronic Transfer of Controlled Substance Prescriptions – Hannah Ketring Brown (NSH), Aug. 16 New Law Immunizes Massachusetts Colleges, Universities from Spring 2020 Tuition Refund Claims – Stephanie Merabet (NYC), Aug. 15 Comisión de Regulación de Energía Eléctrica y Gas de Colombia Modifica Condiciones de Conexión – Inés Vesga (BOG), Aug. 14 Double Jeopardy for Double Counting? CFTC and FTC Both Scrutinize Fraud in Carbon Markets – Halley Townsend (WAS), Aug. 14 Offering of Warranties in Colombia: A Guide by the Superintendence of Industry and Commerce – Ana Cabrales (BOG), Aug. 14 What to Expect When You’re Expecting EEOC Regulations – Tara Param (PHL) and Sara Staha (DAL), Aug. 14 Long-Awaited Executive Order Targets U.S. Outbound Investment in China – Antonia Tzinova and Mackenzie Zales (both WAS), Aug. 11

A Ripple of Doubt – Jessica Magee (DAL) and Allison Kernisky (MIA), Aug. 11 U.S. Department of Labor Announces Final Rule Revamp of the Davis-Bacon Act – Nicole Elliott (WAS), Aug. 10 EPA Seeks Comment on Air Pollutant Reporting for PFAS – Dianne Phillips (BOS), Aug. 10 CMS Releases FY 2024 IPPS Final Rule – Miranda Franco (WAS), Aug. 8 Florida’s New Live Local Act Offers Land Use and Tax Benefits – Alessandria San Roman (MIA), Aug. 8 Ley 2306 de 2023: Ampliación del Periodo de Descanso Remunerado Durante la Lactancia en Colombia – Jimena Nieto (BOG), Aug. 8 Autoridad Tributaria de Colombia Precisa Obligación de Facturar la Cesión de Contratos E&P – Natalia Dávila (BOG), Aug. 3 EPA Publishes Semiannual Agenda Previewing PFASRelated Agency Actions – Amy Edwards, Dianne Phillips and Meaghan Colligan (all WAS), Aug. 3 Inclusión de Personas en Situación de Vulnerabilidad a Causa del Conflicto Armado en Colombia – Alba Malagón (BOG), Aug. 1 Tri-Seal Compliance Note Issued on Export Controls, Sanctions Violations Self-Disclosures – Libby Bloxom (DAL), Aug. 1 Holland & Knight’s China Practice Newsletter: JulyAugust 2023 – Cindy Gierhart, Marina O’Brien, Antonia Tzinova (all WAS), Chelsea Maclean, Genna Yarkin (both SFO) and Tanisha Pinkins (ATL) Holland & Knight Data Privacy and Security Report: July 2023 – Marissa Serafino and Parker Reynolds (both WAS) What Representations & Warranties Insurance Can Do for Your M&A Deals in Latin America – Selene Espinosa (MEX), July 31 Secretaría de Economía crea Ventanilla Única y Registro de Proyectos de Inversión en México – Turenna Ramirez and Mariana Salinas (both MEX), July 28 37

DOT Issues Final Rule Concerning Accessibility of Lavatories on Narrow-Body Aircraft – Anita Mosner (WAS), July 28

Tennessee Legislature Approves Enhancements to Uniform Trust Code – Amelia White and Jill Mastroianni (both NSH), July 20

Congressional Leaders Seek Stakeholder Input Regarding CBD Regulation – Sara Klock (WAS), July 28

U.S. Senate Approves Highly Anticipated U.S.-Chile Income Tax Treaty – Devin Damon (MIA), July 18

CMS Releases CY 24 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule – Miranda Franco (WAS), July 27

Holland & Knight Health Dose – Miranda Franco (WAS), July 18

Minnesota Joins Maine in Enacting Comprehensive PFAS Reporting Requirements – Dianne Phillips (BOS), July 27

Information Blocking Enforcement Penalties Begin Sept. 1, 2023 – Beth Pitman (BHM) and Sakinah Jones (ATL), July 18

CMS Releases CY 2024 OPPS and ASC Proposed Rule – Miranda Franco (WAS), July 26

The Final Content of California’s Budget-Revised Infrastructure and CEQA Reform Trailer Bills – Jennifer Hernandez (SFO/CCC) and Marne Sussman (SFO), July 17

Eyes on Energy Tax Update: Second Quarter 2023 – Nicole Elliott, Mary Kate Nicholson and Rachel Provencher (all WAS), July 26 MinAmbiente Colombia Publica Borrador de Decreto para Reservas Naturales Temporales en Minería – Estefanny Pardo (BOG), July 26

CMS Proposes Transitional Coverage for Emerging Technologies – Miranda Franco (WAS), July 14 CMS Proposes Returning $9 Billion to More Than 1,600 Hospitals – Miranda Franco (WAS), July 11

The Cost of Free Money: Compliance Requirements of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law – Taite McDonald (WAS), July 25

U.S. Supreme Court Upends Religious Accommodation Obligations for Employers – Lisa Kohring (WPB), July 11

Holland & Knight Health Dose – Miranda Franco (WAS), July 25

Holland & Knight Health Dose – Miranda Franco (WAS), July 11

Corredor Verde de la Carrera 7 en Bogotá, Colombia – María Alejandra Gómez and Daniela Arbeláez (both BOG), July 24

Executive Perks: A Hammer Finds Its Nail in SEC Settlement with Tool Company – Allison Kernisky (MIA), July 11

Revised Merger Guidelines Would Expand Reviews and Limit Combinations – Beth Vessel (NSH), July 24

10 Things to Know About Telehealth Compliance – Shannon Hartsfield (TAL), Jennifer Rangel (AUS), July 10

District Court Enjoins SBA from Using Race-Based Rebuttable Presumption Under 8(a) Program – Leila George-Wheeler (WAS/TYS), Kelsey Hayes (TYS) and Hillary Freund (WAS), July 24

Texas to Join the Ranks of States with a Comprehensive Privacy Law – Maya Frazier and Jennifer Rangel (both AUS), July 10

CRE Deja Sin Efectos Acuerdos de Suspensión de Plazos en México – Julia Segovia and Sofia Alcántara (both MEX), July 20 SEC v. Ripple: When a Security Is Not a Security – Jessica Magee (DAL), July 20

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IRS Clarifies HDHP Coverage of COVID-19 Testing, Treatment Before Deductible – Stacy Hooper (NSH) and Rachel Shim (PHL), July 6 Se Publica Borrador de Decreto para Reglamentar Comunidades Energéticas en Colombia – Inés Vesga (BOG), July 6

Diversidad, Equidad e Inclusión (DE&I) en el Plan Nacional de Desarrollo de Colombia: Parte 3 – Ana Cabrales (BOG), July 5

Mitigating Greenwashing Risks: FTC Solicits Input on Current Green Guides – Amy Edwards, Meaghan Colligan (both WAS) and Dianne Phillips (BOS), June 28

El Valor de la Hora Ordinaria se Aumenta con la Reducción de la Jornada Laboral en Colombia – Mariangela Cáceres (BOG), July 5

Prefabricated Facts: SEC Charges “Queen of Mobile Homes,” Others for Years-Long Scheme – Jasmine Chean (NYC) and Jessica Magee (DAL), June 27

New York Stands Ready to Rein in Covenants Not to Compete – Jennifer Lada (NYC), July 5

Inflation Reduction Act: Answers to Key Questions on Direct Pay and Transferability – Nicole Elliott, Mary Kate Nicholson and Rachel Provencher (all WAS), June 26

U.S. Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Nondelegation Case – Susan Lafferty (WAS), July 5 NYC’s Guaranty Law Violated the Contracts Clause of the U.S. Constitution – Francesca Morris (NYC), July 5 Holland & Knight Data Privacy and Security Report: June 2023 – Marissa Serafino (WAS) New Florida Law Prohibits Use of ESG Factors in Government Investment and Procurement Decisions – Kim Case (TAL), Karen Walker (TAL/WAS) and Beth Vecchioli (TAL), June 30 Energy Department’s LPO Turns on Funding Taps with New Inflation Reduction Act Guidance – Taite McDonald and Elizabeth Noll (all WAS), June 29 FTC Proposes to Clarify Green Guides for Climate Claims Based on Carbon Offsets – Susan Lafferty (WAS) and Marne Sussman (SFO), June 29

FDA Issues First Guidance on Clinical Trials for Psychedelic Drugs – Sara Klock (WAS), June 26 U.S. Supreme Court Rules on False Claims Act Dismissals – Megan Mocho (TYS), June 23 FERC Requires Transmission Providers to File Extreme Weather Assessments – Dianne Phillips (BOS), June 23 ANH de Colombia Publica Resolución 0496 de 2023 – Natalia Suárez (BOG), June 22 Entra en Vigor el Convenio Multilateral para Tratados Tributarios en México – Catalina Mandujano (MEX), June 22 The SEC Lands First Blows Against Crypto Industry Titans – Allison Kernisky (MIA), June 22

PFAS Food Packaging Regulations Boil Over: Time to Develop a Compliance Plan – Dianne Phillips (BOS), June 29

IRS Releases 2023 Section 45 Production Tax Credit Amounts – Nicole Elliott, Mary Kate Nicholson and Rachel Provencher (all MEX), June 21

U.S. Supreme Court Rules Race-Conscious College Admissions Are Unconstitutional – Miriam McKendall (BOS), June 29

U.S. Supreme Court Holds Tribal Sovereign Immunity Expressly Abrogated by U.S. Bankruptcy Code – Lynne Xerras (BOS) and Barbra Parlin (NYC), June 21

Interior Department Proposes Rule to Secure Decommissioning of Offshore Oil, Gas Infrastructure – Liz Craddock (WAS), June 29

IRS Issues Updated Energy Community Bonus Guidance – Meaghan Colligan, Nicole Elliott, Mary Kate Nicholson and Rachel Provencher (all WAS), June 20

Florida Legislature Shrinks Supervision Requirements Under Florida Mini-Stark Law – Shannon Hartsfield (TAL), June 29

Holland & Knight Health Dose – Miranda Franco and Parker Reynolds (both WAS), June 20

Killing Deals Softly: FTC Proposes 107-Hour Increase in Hart-Scott-Rodino Burden – Beth Vessel (NSH), June 28

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U.S. Supreme Court Holds That First Factor of Fair Use Test Favors Photographer – Tanisha Pinkins (ATL) and Cindy Gierhart (WAS), June 15

DOEE Issues Proposed Rule for Discharges of Groundwater into the MS4 – Amy Edwards (WAS), June 5

Aprobado en Cuarto Debate el Proyecto de Ley de Pasivos Ambientales en Colombia – Maria Aponte (BOG), June 14

Airline Sued for Greenwashing Over Use of Carbon Offsets – Judy Nemsick (NYC) and Anita Mosner (WAS), June 5

MinMinas de Colombia Publica Borrador para Reglamentar Distritos Mineros Especiales – Estefanny Pardo (BOG), June 14

U.S. Supreme Court Unanimously Rules on False Claims Act Subjective vs. Objective Standard – Megan Mocho (TYS), June 2

Treasury Department and IRS Release Direct Pay and Transferability Guidance – Nicole Elliott, Mary Kate Nicholson and Rachel Provencher (all WAS), June 14

Treasury Department, IRS Release Low-Income Community Bonus Credit Proposed Rules – Nicole Elliott, Mary Kate Nicholson and Rachel Provencher (all WAS), June 1

Diversidad, Equidad e Inclusion (DE&I) en el Plan Nacional de Desarrollo de Colombia: Parte 1 – Inés Vesga (BOG), June 13 Holland & Knight Health Dose – Miranda Franco (WAS), June 13 NYSE, Nasdaq Amend Proposed Listing Standards Related to Clawbacks, Kerry Halpern (PHL/NYC), June 12 Supreme Court Rules on Rogers Test Regarding Parodies of Others’ Trademarks – Cindy Gierhart (WAS), June 12 SEC to Issuers: Retaliating Against or Impeding Whistleblowers Is Not Zen – Madeline Tansey (HOU) and Allison Kernisky (MIA), June 12 Mujeres en Colombia Podrían Acceder a Pensión de Vejez con 1.000 Semanas de Cotización – Mariangela Cáceres (BOG), June 9 Estímulos Fiscales en México para Fomentar la Inversión en los Polos del Itsmo de Tehuantepec – Catalina Mandujano and Andrea Iturbide (both MEX), June 7 Transición de la TIIE en Operaciones Derivadas en México – Rosa María Cuevas (MEX), June 6 Holland & Knight Health Dose – Miranda Franco and Parker Reynolds (both WAS), June 6 Conmemoración del Día Internacional del Medio Ambiente en Colombia – Margarita Solorza (BOG), June 5 40

Holland & Knight’s China Practice Newsletter: MayJune 2023 – Hadeel Abouhasira, Nora Katz (both NSH), Claire Sager (DAL), Antonia Tzinova and Mackenzie Zales (both WAS) Holland & Knight Data Privacy and Security Report: May 2023 – Marissa Serafino (WAS) El Próximo 15 de Julio de 2023 Iniciará la Reducción de la Jornada Laboral en Colombia – Diana Cabrera (BOG), May 31 Holland & Knight Analiza Temas Principales de la Reforma al Código de Minas: Parte 2 – Estefanny Pardo (BOG), May 31 IRS and Department of Energy Release Additional Section 48C Guidance – Nicole Elliott, Mary Kate Nicholson and Rachel Provencher (all WAS), May 31 Holland & Knight Health Dose – Miranda Franco (WAS), May 31 SBA Issues Final Rule on Ownership and Control Changes for the 8(a) Program – Erin Estevez, Kelsey Hayes, Amy Fuentes (all TYS) and Hillary Freund (WAS), May 30 Answers to 4 Major Questions: EPA Proposes Power Plant GHG Rule After West Virginia v. EPA – Emily Lieban (SFO), May 26 Sackett Decision Provides Clarity, Substantially Restricts Clean Water Act Jurisdiction Scope – Alexandra Ward (WAS), May 26

Línea 2 del Metro de Bogotá D.C. en Colombia – María Gómez and Daniela Arbeláez (both BOG), May 26 Modificaciones del Plan Nacional de Desarrollo de Colombia a Normas de Transición Energética – Inés Vesga (BOG), May 26 Do Not Delete: SEC and DOJ Send Serious Messages on Preserving Ephemeral Communications – Madeline Tansey (HOU) and Allison Kernisky (MIA), May 26

CFIUS Looks to Expand Jurisdiction Over Deals Near Sensitive Military Facilities – Antonia Tzinova and Marina O’Brien (both WAS), May 17 Plazo para Presentar Declaración de Interés Subasta de Asignación Energía OEF en Colombia – Daniela Arbeláez (BOG), May 17 The D.C. Circuit Overrules EPA on Regulating Perchlorate – Dianne Phillips (BOS), May 16

ANH Colombia Publica Resolución 424 – Natalia Suárez (BOG), May 24

Holland & Knight Health Dose – Miranda Franco and Parker Reynolds (both WAS), May 16

United States Imposes Expanded Sanctions and Export Controls on Russia – Antonia Tzinova (WAS), May 24

Temas Esenciales de Energía Discutidos en Congreso Anual de Energía de Acolgen en Bogotá – Inés Vesga (BOG), May 12

A Fraudulent Transfer Suit May Commence More Than 4 Years After the Transfer Under CUVTA – Lisa Kim (AUS) and Barbra Parlin (NYC), May 23

PND Cambiaría Reglas de Consulta Previa para Proyectos de Transición Energética en Colombia – Maria Aponte (BOG), May 11

Holland & Knight Health Dose – Miranda Franco and Parker Reynolds (both WAS), May 23

Propuesta del Plan Nacional de Desarrollo de Colombia para la Explotación Estratégica – Maria Aponte (BOG), May 11

Chevron Deference Running on Fumes? – Allison Kernisky (MIA), May 19 California Court of Appeal Decision Provides New Guidance on Housing Elements, Fair Housing Law – Chelsea Maclean (SFO), May 18 Florida Enacts Comprehensive Pharmacy Benefit Plan Regulation – Mia McKown (TAL), May 18 Holland & Knight Analiza Temas Principales de la Reforma al Código de Minas: Parte 1 – Estefanny Pardo (BOG), May 18 Energy Star and LEED Certifications - What’s the Difference? – Marcy Hart, Holly Camisa, Maria Cortes and Olufunke Leroy (all PHL), May 18 ANH Colombia Publica Circular de Directrices para la Liquidación de Contratos de Hidrocarburos – Natalia Suárez (BOG), May 17 Break Out Your Calculator: IRS Releases Domestic Content Bonus Credit Guidance – Nicole Elliott, Mary Kate Nicholson, Mackenzie Zales and Rachel Provencher (all WAS), May 17

Public Companies May Need to Adopt Updated Clawback Policies by Aug. 8, 2023 – Kerry Halpern (PHL/NYC), May 11 DOT and White House Adopt Tougher Stance on Airline Service Delays, Cancellations – Anita Mosner (WAS), May 9 Holland & Knight Health Dose – Miranda Franco and Parker Reynolds (both WAS), May 9 EPA Releases Draft of National Strategy to Prevent Plastic Pollution – Meaghan Colligan (WAS), May 8 México Reforma Leyes de Instituciones de Crédito, Mercado de Valores y Fondos de Inversión – Rosa María Cuevas (MEX), May 8 Pequeños Mineros Estarían Exentos de Tasa en Materia de Bienes Arqueológicos en Colombia – Estefanny Pardo and Maria Aponte (both BOG), May 4 Inflation Reduction Act of 2022: Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Provisions – Marcy Hart, Holly Camisa, Maria Cortes and Olufunke Leroy (all PHL), May 4 41

UPDATE: Proposed New York “Material Transaction” Review Law Scaled Back – Nili Yolin (NYC), May 4 California Court of Appeal Affirms Powerful Litigation Tool for Defending Housing – Deborah Brundy (SFO), May 2 Washington State Imposes Far-Reaching Privacy Obligations for Consumer Health Data – Rachel Marmor (BOS), Haylie Treas (HOU), Emily Holpert (CHI) and Marissa Serafino (WAS), May 2 Holland & Knight Health Dose – Miranda Franco and Parker Reynolds (both WAS), May 2 COVID-19 PHE Ends May 11: What It Means for the Provision of Telehealth Under Medicare – Miranda Franco (WAS), May 1 NLRB Increases Penalties for Repeat Labor Law Violators – Arianna Robbins (NSH), May 1 Texas Franchise Taxpayers May Need to Consider Filing Protective Refund Claims – Mary McNulty (DAL) and Reem El-Mehalawi (HOU), May 1 Holland & Knight Data Privacy and Security Report: April 2023 – Marissa Serafino (WAS)

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