Big Law Redefined

In this episode of Greenberg Traurig's Immigration Insights series, host Kate Kalmykov is joined by GT colleagues and Labor & Employment Shareholders Kristine Feher and Raquel Lord to discuss common employment law issues questions including wages, audits, merger & acquisitions, performance management and terminations.

In this episode of Greenberg Traurig's Immigration Insights series, host Kate Kalmykov is joined by James Sozomenou, Co-Head of Metropolitan Commercial Bank's EB-5 Private Client Group to discuss an overview of EB-5 and new integrity measures in the RIA. Together, they highlight how the RIA impacts services banks offer to Regional Centers, Working with Fund Administrators, Compliance on Behalf of Investors and Ways Foreign Nationals work with banks.

In this episode of Greenberg Traurig's Immigration Insights series, host Kate Kalmykov is joined by GT colleague and Labor & Employment Shareholder Galit Kierkut to discuss the intersection of employment and immigration law in the employee hiring and termination process. They discuss employment at will, interviewing, compensation, Form I-9 requirements & E-Verify, and terminations.

In this episode of Greenberg Traurig's Immigration Insights series, host Kate Kalmykov is joined by GT colleague and Tax Practice Shareholder, Erez Tucner, to explore the intersection of U.S. immigration and tax considerations for high-net-worth individuals. They discuss the implications of U.S. tax residency, strategies for tax planning before moving to the U.S., and the complexities of the exit tax for those relinquishing U.S. residency. They address the impact of estate taxes and the importance of aligning immigration and tax objectives. Lastly, Kate and Erez talk about individuals navigating the US immigration process and while managing global tax obligations.

In the first episode of the Immigration Insights series on Greenberg Traurig's Big Law Redefined Podcast, attorneys Kate Kalmykov and Jennifer Hermansky discuss the intricacies of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa Program. They cover the program's history, recent changes under the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act, and strategies for navigating the reserved visa set aside categories. The episode highlights the importance of lawful source and path of funds, concurrent filing benefits, and the impact of mandamus actions on processing delays. With over 8,000 EB-5 investors represented, Kate and Jennifer address leveraging the EB-5 program to obtain U.S. permanent residency.

In this episode, GT kicks off its second edition of its client spotlight series. GT Shareholder Shomari Wade hosts a discussion with John Thornton (Chief Legal Officer) and Jasmyne Henderson (VP of Legislative Affairs), of Indelible Solutions. Shomari, John, and Jasmyne discuss how Indelible has become one of the fastest growing minority-owned management consulting firms in the country within their sector. Finally, John and Jasmyne share some thoughts and tips on the importance of diversity in the workplace and how to be successful amongst your peers.

In this podcast episode, GT kicks off its client spotlight series. GT shareholder Shomari Wade hosts a discussion with retired Col. Lou Huddleston, CEO President of Operations Services, Inc. Shomari and Lou discuss his 32-year military career and how those skills developed during his service in the U.S. Army have informed his success in the private sector. Finally, Lou shares some thoughts and tips for military veterans considering entrepreneurship as a second act following their military service.

In this episode, Greenberg Traurig attorneys Tonya Esposito and Jennifer Gomez discuss the important legal considerations new cosmetic and personal care products brands will encounter when making a domestic marketplace debut, including corporate formation, the regulatory and litigation landscape, intellectual property, and third party contracts.

The Texas Legislative Session has ended and there are a number of new policies that went into effect on September 1, 2023. This episode covers the high points from the 88th Texas Legislative Session, including new laws and policy changes of importance, key takeaways from special sessions, an overview of the legislative impeachment process, and state lobbying rules every Texas business should know.

The panel discusses the current trends related to Venture Capital activity in connection with the recent economic trends affecting Latin America and the world.