Preferred Perspectives

Looking to make that next career move? Join Morgan Matson and Anna Whitener, Recruiting and Professional Development Manager at Dykema Gossett. Whitener and Matson have an engaging and frank conversation about important tactics and best practices to guide you through the resume submission and interview process. They cover:

The Payroll Protection Program (PPP) initiated by the Small Business Administration (SBA) at the onslaught of COVID-19 has been the saving grace for many small business owners. As with most things these days, the regulations and rules surrounding the utilization of the funds and forgiveness continue to change, making navigating these uncharted waters a challenge for borrowers and lenders alike.

In this week’s episode of Preferred Perspectives, Lindsey Berwick, partner at Jackson Walker and commercial financing expert, discusses these rapid changes and what they mean for borrowers.

In this episode Berwick and host, Morgan Matson discuss:

-Overview of PPP program

-Amendments allowing for more flexibility

-Maturity terms

-Various resources for more information

*Information shared in this podcast is not intended to be legal advice, rather a factual presentation of information. Preferred Perspectives urges you to contact Lindsey Berwick or other attorney to obtain legal advice concerning PPP loans.

COVID-19 has exacerbated hardships for the most vulnerable and at-risk members of San Antonio, spreading fear to many in a time of great uncertainty. The San Antonio Legal Services Association (SALSA) has been providing remote volunteer opportunities to legal professionals wanting to help empower others, providing relief for those in need.

Join Preferred Counsel’s host, Morgan Matson and guest host, Executive Director of San Antonio Legal Services Association, Sarah Dingivan as they unravel what legal professionals can do to provide top-notch remote assistance during a public health disaster.

They will cover:

COVID-19 continues to change the way the law industry in Texas conducts essential, day-to-day tasks. From court hearings, depositions and any number of court proceedings, the transition to online platforms can be less than seamless for many legal professionals. Kristal Cordova Thomson, Shareholder at Langley & Banack, joins Preferred Counsel's Morgan Matson to discuss what the new normal looks like for the justice system. How is the legal community pivoting during this unprecedented time? In this episode, Thomson will share insights on transitioning to remote work, pitfalls of virtual hearings, and the reopening of courts.

COVID-19 has impacted businesses and shaken the economy to its core. As a result, businesses are now faced with challenges unlike ever before. Employers are asking themselves how do they best protect their employees?  What steps do they need to take to reopen safely? Should they reopen?

So, what do employers really need to know? Employment law firm founder, Kelli Cubeta of Cubeta Law Group joins Preferred Counsel's Morgan Matson to discuss how COVID-19 has impacted employment law and what employers need to be thinking about during this interesting time. In this episode Cubeta will share insights on: reopening, compliance, duties to employees & customers, employer challenges, paid sick leave and various resources for employers.