Holland & Knight Legal Podcast

In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook," litigation attorney Dan Small explores the importance of rhetoric in courtroom communication. Although rhetoric has been less studied in recent times, it has enabled speakers to enhance the power and persuasiveness of their words since the ancient Greeks. Mr. Small discusses why key devices such as lists, anaphora and rhetorical questions remain vi...

En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", el socio Edwin Cortés conversa con Anna Catalina Pérez, abogada corporativa, sobre la nueva Ley de Comercio Electrónico de Colombia. Analizan cómo esta nueva norma se diferencia de la Ley 527 de 1999 y detallan sus características principales, tales como la reducción de los plazos para las devoluciones cuando un consumidor ejerce el derecho de retra...

In the 54th episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta discusses significant regulatory actions taken against Grubhub by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Illinois attorney general (AG). FTC and Illinois AG accused Grubhub of unlawful practices including fake restaurant affiliations, deceptive delivery cost practices and driver earnings m...

In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small goes in-depth about how courtroom presentations need to be direct in their approach and how to avoid being dull, complex and confusing. This episode also discusses the importance of maintaining a balance between being direct and providing enough detail to explain the argument. Ultimately, Mr. Small says...

In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small talks about the importance of one's appearance while in the courtroom. He especially emphasizes that the wrong clothing can be distracting to the jury and that style choices should strike a balance between being authentic and being professional. He also mentions that it is equally important for clients a...

In this episode of "Counsel That Cares," Healthcare Transactions attorneys David Marks and Eric Scalzo, along with Chartis Strategic Transformation partners Sri Mani and Eric Mayeda, discuss the increasing scrutiny of investor-owned healthcare entities. They note state legislatures and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) alike have expressed increasing concerns over consolidation's potential negati...

En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos," el socio Edwin Cortés conversa con el abogado inmobiliario Esteban García-Jiméno sobre la diferencia entre los arrendamientos de vivienda a corto plazo y los servicios hoteleros en Colombia, destacando que las propiedades arrendadas por menos de 30 días se consideran vivienda turística y deben cumplir con regulaciones especiales. La discusión abarca...

In this episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, "Hidden Fees in the Live-Event Ticketing and Short-Term Lodging Industries," consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta discusses the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) new rule targeting mandatory hidden fees and enhanced transparency in pricing disclosures. The rule, finalized after significant public feedback, specifically addresses t...

In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook," litigation attorney Dan Small discusses the art of persuasive delivery in the courtroom. He shares invaluable strategies emphasizing the significance of factors such as cadence, modulation and the strategic use of silence to convey a powerful and impactful message. Mr. Small also underscores the importance of speaking credibly and sincerely to effe...

In this episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey discusses the intersection of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and Foreign Ownership, Control and Influence (FOCI) mitigation with Libby Bloxom, a fellow member of Holland & Knight's International Trade Group. They highlight the importance of understanding both CFIUS actions...

En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", el socio Edwin Cortés conversa con María Alejandra Mercado, abogada del área corporativa, sobre la película "Monsters Inc." y lo que nos enseña acerca de la reorganización empresarial. Como explica la Sra. Mercado, muchas veces las reorganizaciones comienzan con una crisis. En el caso de "Monsters Inc.", la empresa no pudo producir suficiente energí...

In this episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, "The CFPB Takes Action Against VyStar Credit Union," consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta examines the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) action against VyStar Credit Union ordering the company to pay $1.5 million for a failed online banking system rollout that left consumers unable to access their accounts. The CFPB f...

In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small examines the crucial role of confidence and conviction in persuading a jury, highlighting the fine balance between appearing confident and being arrogant. Mr. Small imparts valuable advice to inexperienced lawyers on handling nervousness, from meticulous preparation to recognizing and dealing with it...

In Episode 15 of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey and members of Holland & Knight's International Trade Group discuss the complexities of Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence (FOCI) and its implications for security clearances in government contracting. They explain how foreign entities can influence cleared companies, impacting classified contracts, and...

This post-election conversation in Holland & Knight's "The Eyes on Washington" podcast series looks at the interconnectedness of trade, immigration and agricultural policies, emphasizing the need for comprehensive solutions to address these critical issues. Agriculture & Food Policy Team Leaders Peter Tabor and Liz Craddock address significant updates in U.S. agriculture policy, examining the stal...

In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses the best practices for writing a script for trial. Mr. Small shares that a script works when it's presented properly and it can help lawyers win trials. Mr. Small also understands the downsides to it, such as scripts being boring, tedious and inflexible. However, he still believes in certain si...

In the second part of "Defense Dynamics: Navigating the Post-Election Landscape for the National Security Sector," hosts Misha Lehrer, Dan Sennott, and Simon Coon discuss the anticipated changes in U.S. defense policy following the 2024 elections, where Donald Trump is set for a second presidency alongside a Republican-controlled Congress. The conversation explores potential shifts in defense spen...

In the latest episode of "Are We All Clear?", host Molly O'Casey and national security attorney Antonia Tzinova discuss Section 847 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), aimed at mitigating Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence (FOCI) in companies associated with non-classified U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) contracts worth at least $5 million. This regulation, prompted by national...

En este capítulo de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", nuestro socio Edwin Cortés dialoga con Miguel Lozano, abogado corporativo, acerca de las situaciones de control y grupos empresariales, sus diferencias y sus aplicaciones en la jurisdicción colombiana. Ambos abogados también analizan la importancia de gestionar de manera efectiva la situación de control y el grupo empresarial para evitar posibles co...

In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses the best practices for organizing a trial and questioning witnesses. He highlights that no one approach is the same and that it varies for each attorney. Some best practices he mentions include being thorough, user-friendly, well-organized, and well-documented, while some practices he advises a...

In this episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta discusses the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) new order requiring TD Bank to pay $28 million for breakdowns that allegedly tarnish consumer credit reports. Mr. DiResta provides a high-level overview and key takeaways regarding this investigation.

In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses the importance of distinguishing between the theory of the case and the themes used to persuade a jury, emphasizing the role of a coherent theory of events and strategic themes to focus the trial's narrative. He illustrates the concept with multiple examples, including a case from early in his...

In this episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, "The Election's Impact on the FTC Will Bring Big Changes, But Being Vigilant Must Remain a Priority," consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta explores the potential changes at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) following the recent election. Mr. DiResta is a former director at a regional office of the FTC who has defended companies...

En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", nuestro socio Edwin Cortés conversa con Anna Catalina Pérez, abogada del área corporativa, acerca del tratamiento de los datos en empresas colombianas. Utilizando el ejemplo de la popular película "Monsters Inc.", el Sr. Cortés plantea a la Sra. Pérez la situación hipotética de cómo se manejaría el tratamiento de la información de los niños, quienes...

In this episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey discusses how cleared companies follow guidelines and compliance when sharing employees or services with International Trade attorney Marina O'Brien. This episode also covers how the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) monitors cleared companies for potential foreign ownership, control, o...