Holland & Knight Legal Podcast

En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", el socio Edwin Cortés conversa con Anna Catalina Pérez, abogada corporativa, sobre una escena icónica de la famosa novela colombiana "Betty la Fea". Dicha escena narra una reunión ordinaria del máximo órgano social donde los accionistas se reúnen para que la gerencia rinda cuentas sobre el rendimiento de la compañía. Anna Catalina explica la signifi...

In this episode of "Counsel That Cares," Healthcare Transactions attorney Morgan Ivey and Skytale Group President and Head of Consulting Annie Robertson Hockey discuss the rapidly expanding medical spa (med spa) and aesthetics industry. The episode highlights the significant growth of the med spa market, estimated at $16.5 billion in 2023 and projected to reach $45 billion in 2025, driven by incre...

In this episode of Holland & Knight's "The Eyes on Washington" podcast series, Agriculture & Food Policy Team Leaders Peter Tabor and Liz Craddock provide a comprehensive overview of food and agriculture policy updates from the first 60 days of the Trump Administration. Mr. Tabor talks about the new Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins, examining her background and readiness to implement Presi...

In this episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey speaks with Washington, D.C., International Trade attorney Andrew McAllister about joint ventures and how they interact with facility security clearances (FCL's). Mr. McAllister reviews the different types of joint ventures and breaks down the eligibility requirements for obtaining an FCL. He clarifies that...

Everyone has their own unique career path. In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook," litigation attorney Dan Small shares his personal journey, highlighting how he initially planned to become a teacher before three developments steered him toward a career as a trial lawyer. Prior to entering private practice, he amassed a wealth of knowledge as a prosecutor in the Criminal Division of the...

En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", el presentador habitual del podcast, Edwin Cortés, asume el rol de invitado. Anna Catalina Pérez, abogada corporativa, lo entrevista sobre las entretenidas obras de John Grisham, un autor estadounidense, abogado y antiguo político. Los abogados dialogan sobre sus libros, que abordan temas jurídicos y controversiales. Además, ofrecen recomendaciones...

In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small reflects on his journey of transforming compelling real-life trial experiences into valuable lessons for fellow litigators. Inspired by his wife, who encouraged him to document his stories, he began writing during cross-country flights, ultimately leading to the publication of his book Lessons Learned fr...

In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small talks about his experience working in the Hyattsville, Maryland, Magistrate's Court and handling everyday cases involving ordinary people. The episode highlights the importance of compassion, common sense and the principle of "doing the right thing" in the legal system. It underscores the responsibility...

In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small reflects on essential principles for trial lawyers, emphasizing the importance of clarity and organization in presenting cases. He advises that storytelling should follow a chronological order to ensure jurors understand the case, as seen in examples from actual trials where ineffective presentations...

In this episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta discusses the direction of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) under Chairman Andrew Ferguson. Ferguson is expected to adopt a less regulatory and more business-friendly agenda by interpreting existing statutes narrowly while also upholding the commission's core role in enforcement, especially...

En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", el socio Edwin Cortés conversa con Juan Felipe Arango, abogado de derecho corporativo, sobre un tema de gran relevancia: las stock options. Juan Felipe explica que estas opciones de compra permiten a los empleados adquirir acciones de la empresa a precios preferenciales, lo que resulta fundamental para alinear los intereses de los colaboradores con...

In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses the challenges and strategies associated with using expert witnesses in trials. He advises against agreeing to stipulate an expert’s qualifications without allowing the jury to hear their credentials in detail, as this helps establish the witness’s credibility. Small emphasizes the importance o...

In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small reviews how the effectiveness of expert witness testimony can influence case outcomes. He outlines four critical components for the direct examination of expert witnesses: establishing the witness' expertise, confirming their opinion with the subject matter, eliciting their opinion, and detailing the...

In the latest episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," guest host Marina O'Brien talks to fellow Holland & Knight International Trade Associates Molly O'Casey and Caroline Howard about their roles as national security lawyers. They discuss their individual career paths and what inspired them to join the field as well as what prepared them for it. They also highlight the imp...

In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small emphasizes the need for lawyers to simplify complex cases when preparing for trial. He advises practitioners to critically evaluate their cases, cutting unnecessary claims and witnesses while being cautious of emotional attachments that may cloud judgment. Mr. Small also highlights the effectiveness...

En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", el socio Edwin Cortés habla con Estefanny Pardo, abogada del área ambiental, sobre los litigios verdes y su relación con la protección del medio ambiente. Como explica la Sra. Pardo, los litigios verdes tienen varios cursos de acción en Colombia, tales como las acciones de tutela y acciones constitucionales para proteger la naturaleza. Ella señala q...

In this episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta explores the future of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) under the Trump Administration. He discusses an email from acting director Russell Vought directing staff to halt enforcement activities, along with how employees responded to it. Mr. DiResta explains that though the direct...

In the second part of this special guest episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small interviews Paul Kiernan, a partner at Holland & Knight and chair of the firm's Public and Charitable Service Department, about the significance of pro bono work in the legal profession. Mr. Kiernan emphasizes that pro bono matters provide lawyers, especially those ear...

In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses how complex trials often leave jurors feeling overwhelmed and disengaged. He emphasizes that lawyers frequently neglect the jurors' experience by presenting an excessive number of charges and evidence, leading to confusion. Mr. Small advocates for streamlining trials by focusing on essentia...

In this special guest episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small interviews Paul Kiernan, a partner at Holland & Knight and chair of the firm's Public and Charitable Service Department. Mr. Kiernan reflects on a recent jury trial he won and emphasizes the importance of making a strong impression on the jury throughout the trial. He says he believes t...

In this episode of our "An Energized Exchange" podcast series by our Energy & Natural Resources Industry Sector Group, attorneys Andrew McAllister, Susan Lafferty and Robert Friedman provide a timely update on the impact of recent tariff changes implemented by the Trump Administration. They look at the swift international reactions and negotiations that followed the signing of three executive orde...

In the 17th episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey is joined by Antonia Tzinova, the head of Holland & Knight's Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and Industrial Security Team, to identify and analyze the many government entities that play a part in regulating mergers and acquisitions (M&A) that raise national security concerns...

En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", el socio Edwin Cortés conversa con Juan Camilo Riveira, abogada tributario, sobre la nuevamente propuesta Ley de Mbappé, que propone incentivos fiscales en España para atraer a jugadores y empresarios con altos ingresos. El Sr. Riveira explica que Colombia puede imitar este model español con su propia propuesta para facilitar la llegada de talentos...

In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses the dangers of using both humor and sarcasm in the courtroom, while also recognizing the need to incorporate them in some ways. Small also mentions that sometimes a trial lawyer needs to be aggressive but should use that aggression in small doses to maintain an edge. Ultimately, Small advises n...

In this episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, "What to Expect from the New FTC Leadership," consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta discusses a Jan. 22, 2025, press release from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) outlining new agency priorities under the Trump Administration. The press release emphasizes the elimination of programs related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE...