Holland & Knight Legal Podcast

Strong startup ecosystems do not happen by accident. They grow when investors, founders and advisers build trust, share expertise and create clear paths to capital. In this episode of "The Innovation Imperative," Patrick Driscoll and Partner Chauncey Lane talk with Trey Bowles, founder of Park Cities Angel Network (PCAN), about his entrepreneurial background, launching PCAN and why early-stage inv...

When government offices shut down and need material or economic assistance after a natural disaster, a provision in Florida law can help developers protect project schedules. Real estate attorneys Erica Adams and Alessandria San Roman break down Florida Statute 252.363, a powerful but often overlooked tool that can assist developers when hurricanes, floods and other declared states of emergency di...

Para registrar una marca, es necesario que esta cumpla con determinados requisitos, entre ellos, que sea lo suficientemente distintiva. Sin embargo, como siempre, existen excepciones. En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", el socio Edwin Cortés y Ana María Rodríguez, abogada de propiedad intelectual (PI), explican una de las más importantes: la distintividad adquirida. Destacan que una d...

The fastest way to destroy a witness' credibility is to let the jury think something is being hidden. Litigation attorney Dan Small draws on the mock trial case State v. Faulkner, used for his pro bono work in Uzbekistan, as well as lessons from the Appling County corruption case, to demonstrate this idea in his latest episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook." Mr. Small explores why credibility is...

In today's regulatory environment, one weak link in your compliance strategy can expose your business to serious legal, financial and reputational risk. In his latest podcast, consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta delivers a clear, executive-level look at what it takes to build a compliance management system (CMS) that meets the expectations of regulators including the Federal Trade Commiss...

When launching a cybersecurity startup, it is essential that your product can both solve a problem consumers currently face and deliver future value beyond that initial fix. In this episode of "The Innovation Imperative," Patrick Driscoll is joined by Partner Jeff Seul and ReversingLabs Co-Founder and CEO Mario Vuksan to discuss Mr. Vuksan's journey through the cybersecurity space and how he ident...

Order in the courtroom determines whether justice can move forward. In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook," litigation attorney Dan Small examines the essential role judges play in the adversarial system through his pro bono work in Uzbekistan and the mock case State v. Faulkner. Drawing parallels to the Farmers Export and Rendle cases, Mr. Small shows how trial lawyers must balance forc...

While Miami-Dade County development and South Florida's growing economy dominate headlines, just 40 minutes north lies another hotspot seeing a similar amount of success: Palm Beach County. In this podcast episode, Real Estate attorney Herman Lipkis sits down with Jordan Bargas, Executive Vice President of Development at Related Ross, for a forward-looking conversation on how Palm Beach is evolvin...

¿Están empleadores y trabajadores para enfrentar un proceso disciplinario laboral bajo las reglas renovadas de 2025? Edwin Cortés, socio, y Flora Emilia Feijoó, abogada de derecho laboral y seguridad social, destacan los elementos esenciales del nuevo procedimiento, la citación y el traslado de pruebas hasta la diligencia de descargos, explicando por qué cada etapa es crucial para garantizar derec...

Online commerce may not be a new concept, but the laws governing it continue to evolve. In this episode of "Clearly Conspicuous," consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta examines the history of the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) enforcement in the e-commerce space, with a particular focus on negative option billing practices. A negative option is a billing arrangement in which silence or in...

In the United States, a trial by jury is a familiar cornerstone of the justice process. In Uzbekistan, however, trials unfold in a different way. In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook," litigation attorney Dan Small shares his experience teaching the U.S. trial system in Uzbekistan by walking participants through the fictitious State v. Faulkner case as part of his pro bono work. While w...

A food recall can escalate from a routine operational issue to a full-scale business crisis in a matter of hours, which is why preparation is mandatory for food companies of any size. Food and Beverage Litigation attorney Charles Weiss and Sedgwick Business Development – Food Recall Director Ryan Gooley unpack what really drives recalls, from undeclared allergens and labeling mistakes to supplier...

For trial lawyers, developing core themes is essential to building a persuasive case. In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook," litigation attorney Dan Small recounts his pro bono work in Uzbekistan, where he helped educate Uzbek lawyers and judges about the U.S. adversarial justice system. Mr. Small explains how he used the fictional murder case State v. Faulkner to teach participants the...

What happens when one of South Florida's most seasoned developers looks past the skyline and sees the next wave of opportunity? Attorney Mamie Joeveer and CEO of Sunbeam Properties, Sunbeam Development and Sunbeam Television Andy Ansin dive into the exciting projects reshaping Broward County and greater Miami, highlighting the rise of mixed-use lifestyle destinations in Miramar and a major waterfr...

¿Qué implicaciones legales podrían derivarse de la publicación de un "registro de infieles" en TikTok? En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", Edwin Cortés, socio, y Anna Catalina Pérez, abogada corporativa, analizan el fenómeno de crear un registro de infieles en línea y las posibles consecuencias jurídicas de hacerlo. La Sra. Pérez clarifica que este tipo de contenido puede vulnerar el...

As artificial intelligence (AI) adoption expands, entrepreneurs face a defining question: How do you use today's technology to solve tomorrow's problems? In this episode of "The Innovation Imperative," Patrick Driscoll is joined by Partner Adam Matherly and Naveen Jain, founder and CEO of Viome, for a conversation on entrepreneurial philosophy, Viome's mission and the role AI has played in the com...

In trial work, courage often means pressing forward even when the outcome is uncertain. In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook," litigation attorney Dan Small continues his discussion of the mock case State v. Faulkner and explains how he used it in his pro bono work in Uzbekistan. Referencing themes from his book for the American Bar Association Lessons Learned from a Life on Trial, Mr....

Rodeo has grown from what was once seen by many as a niche hobby to being one of the most dynamic and fastest-evolving sports in the U.S. Holland & Knight Equine Industry Team Leader Kayla Pragid welcomes tax-exempt organizations attorney and avid Western rider Nykolas McKissic alongside Stretch Roping Dummies Co-Founder Denton Edwards on this episode of "The Tack Room" to break down how rodeo wor...

What happens when an American trial lawyer carries the principles of justice halfway around the world? Litigation attorney Dan Small recounts his pro bono journey to Uzbekistan, where he worked with lawyers and judges seeking to reform a judicial system still shaped by Soviet-era standards that gave judges most of the power. Using the fictional murder case State v. Faulkner as a teaching tool, he...

When a handful of healthcare deals begins driving public policy, the ripple effects can reshape entire industries, including real estate. Real Estate attorney Jeffrey Calk and Healthcare Transactions attorney John Saran explore the fast-growing wave of state and federal legislation focusing on healthcare mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and drawing hospitals, physician groups, real estate investment...

For Outlander VC, people are the most critical factor in a startup's success. That founder-first philosophy shapes every investment decision the company makes. In the debut episode of "The Innovation Imperative" – a new podcast from Holland & Knight's Emerging Companies and Venture Capital teams – Patrick Driscoll hosts Partner Tim Poydenis and Paige Craig, founder and managing partner of Outlande...

Comprar una empresa sin realizar debida diligencia es altamente riesgoso, aunque los riesgos no sean aparantes al inicio. En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", Edwin Cortés, socio, y Michelle Sperling, abogada de derecho corporativo, explican qué son las fusiones y adquisiciones (M&A) y por qué el due diligence (debida diligencia) es una etapa imprescindible antes de cerrar una compra:...

Healthcare bankruptcy filings in the middle market dipped in 2025, yet increased costs, payer denials and tighter credit continue to pressure providers across the sector. In this episode of Counsel That Cares, Gibbins Advisors Principals and Co-Founders Clare Moylan and Ronald Winters and Holland & Knight Bankruptcy Partner Tyler Layne analyze restructuring trends in the industry and explain why f...

Trials can be stressful for attorneys, but the experience can be even more overwhelming for clients. In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook," litigation attorney Dan Small explores how to navigate client relationships through the lens of a high‑profile corruption case he handled involving a former state governor. Mr. Small reflects on the ups and downs of the relationship with his client....

Trials are human and thus imperfect, and sometimes those inherent imperfections can tilt the playing field before the jury ever hears the full story. Continuing his behind-the-scenes account of defending former Louisiana Gov. Edwin Edwards, litigation attorney Dan Small shares what happens when a case lands in front of a judge with a long memory and an even longer grudge. With Louisiana's tight-kn...