Big Law Redefined

In part 3 of the Building the Blueprint podcast miniseries, host Jaret Davis, Senior Vice President of Greenberg Traurig and Co-Managing Shareholder of the Miami office, is joined by GT Shareholder Joshua Forman, who leads the firm's team in Miami focused on digital infrastructure and data centers. Together, they explore the critical role of data centers in Miami's tech growth and their broader impact on the global tech ecosystem.

As demand for data continues to grow – fueled by AI, IoT, and remote work – Miami and South Florida are poised to play a key role in this evolving industry. This episode offers insight into the advancements shaping the future of data centers and examines the intersection of tech infrastructure, investment, and innovation in one of the fastest-growing tech hubs in the U.S. Tune in!

In this episode of Greenberg Traurig's Big Law Redefined Podcast Immigration Insights Series, Kate Kalmykov and Miriam Thompson delve into the topic of I-9 compliance, a concern for employers in light of evolving government regulations and enforcement priorities.

From understanding the basics of the I-9 form and its completion requirements to navigating E-Verify, electronic systems, audits, and penalties, the discussion provides actionable insights for employers seeking to avoid costly mistakes.

Miriam also shares key strategies for preparing for ICE raids, addressing tentative non-confirmations, and ensuring compliance during mergers and acquisitions.

Whether you're a small business or a multinational corporation, this episode equips you with the tools to strengthen your I-9 processes and help ensure your organization is compliant in today's enforcement climate.

In part 2 of the Building the Blueprint podcast miniseries, host Jaret Davis, Senior Vice President of Greenberg Traurig and Co-Managing Shareholder of the Miami office, and guest Saif Ishoof, Managing Partner of Lab22c, continue exploring the rapid evolution of South Florida's tech ecosystem and the region's transformation into a global tech hub.

Their conversation highlights pivotal moments, such as the impact of Mayor Francis Suarez's viral tweet inviting Silicon Valley entrepreneurs to Miami, the COVID-era migration of tech talent, and the establishment of Venture Miami as a backbone for fostering innovation.

They delve into key industries driving Miami's growth, including fintech, healthtech, climatetech, and spacetech, while emphasizing the importance of public-private partnerships and the expanding local talent base.

The episode also underscores Miami's competitive advantage as a region fueled by its people, entrepreneurial spirit, and collaborative leadership.

For more on the evolution of South Florida's tech ecosystem, click on the link below to watch a timeline of the growth narrated by Jaret Davis

https://youtu.be/PzLN2L4Ylxo?si=BiuamfolAGUFZIVA

In this inaugural episode of the "Building the Blueprint" podcast miniseries, Jaret Davis, Senior Vice President of Greenberg Traurig and Co-Managing Shareholder of the Miami office, and guest Saif Ishoof, Managing Partner of Lab22c, explore the evolution of South Florida's tech ecosystem over the past 40 years. Using a space program analogy, they break down Miami's growth into key eras: the foundational "Mercury Era" of the 1980s-90s, the infrastructure-building "Gemini Era" of the 2000s, and the breakthrough "Apollo Era" of 2010-2020.

As long-time friends and active players in South Florida's tech boom, Jaret and Saif reflect on the milestones, the key players, and the companies that put the region on the global tech map.

This episode offers a comprehensive look at the evolving immigration landscape under the current administration, focusing on the impact of new executive orders and policies.

Hosts Kate Kalmykov and Faraz Qaisrani delve into immigration directives, including increased visa scrutiny, changes to processing times, and new measures affecting business immigration. They address shifts in H-1B interpretation, treaty-based visa reforms, and the potential elimination of H-4 EADs. They also cover adjustments to consular visa operations that may disrupt employee travel, along with policies affecting TPS and humanitarian parole programs for specific countries like Ukraine, Venezuela, and Haiti.

The episode emphasizes the importance of employer preparedness, with recommendations such as conducting internal audits, training staff for compliance, and proactively planning for visa delays. Kate and Faraz also examine enforcement trends, including DHS site visits, I-9 audits, and possible workplace raids, outlining how businesses can mitigate risks and maintain good-faith compliance.

Additionally, strategies to address long-standing visa administrative processing delays, such as filing mandamus lawsuits, are discussed. As immigration policies remain fluid, Kate and Faraz note that employers should consider closely monitoring developments and seeking guidance from immigration counsel to anticipate challenges and ensure business continuity.

In this episode of Big Law Redefined Podcast's Immigration Insights series, Greenberg Traurig attorneys Kate Kalmykov and Jennifer Hermansky examine President Trump's recent announcement about introducing a Trump Gold Card, a new $5 million investment-based green card, and its implications for the existing EB-5 Visa Program in the United States.

Kate and Jen provide insights into the announcement's intention to potentially replace or run the Gold Card program concurrently with EB-5. They highlight the intricacies and requirements of the EB-5 program.

While discussing the legislative process required to repeal or modify the EB-5 program, both attorneys note that changes to immigration law can occur through Congressional action which may occur in conjunction with recommendations from the Executive branch. They also touch upon challenges such as expanding immigrant visa quotas and the possible reallocation of diversity visa numbers. The discussion also focuses on what the announcement means for current and pending EB-5 based green card holders and applicants.

The episode further explores international golden visa programs and how other countries structure investment immigration initiatives.

Tune in to learn more and continue to listen to future episodes as our Immigration & Compliance Practice team keeps stakeholders informed as developments unfold.

In this episode of Greenberg Traurig's Immigration Insights series, host Kate Kalmykov is joined by Albalira Montufar, Partner and Head of the Immigration Practice at Morgan and Morgan. They discuss what makes Panama unique for retirement and investment opportunities; the process of becoming a resident; restrictions and exceptions for foreign workers; and an overview on Panama's tax system.

In the episode of Greenberg Traurig's Immigration Insights series, host Kate Kalmykov is joined by Jill Jones, Head of Specialty Administration/General Counsel US, JTC, to discuss the EB-5 Reform & Integrity Act of 2022; how the Post RIA Fund Administrator is different from Pre-RIA; the value of a Fund Administrator in EB-5 securities offerings; and need for construction consultants.

In this episode of Greenberg Traurig's Immigration Insights series, host Kate Kalmykov is joined by GT colleague Jennifer Hermansky to discuss USCIS Regional Center Audits including an introduction of the RIA 2022, site visits, and debarment procedures for bad faith actors.

In this episode of Greenberg Traurig's Immigration Insights series, host Kate Kalmykov is joined by Kara Bombach, chair of Greenberg Traurig's Washington, D.C. International Trade Group to discuss export controls, inbound investment compliance issues, the new outbound investment regime, economic sanctions, and the potential impact of a Trump Presidency.