In this episode of The Legal Landscape, Kelsey Schmidt and Annie Lawson dive into the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) — a new federal law requiring companies to disclose beneficial ownership information. They discuss recent litigation challenging the CTA’s constitutionality, including the latest Texas case that halted enforcement nationwide, and what businesses need to know about compliance.

Featured Speakers: 

• Kelsey Schmidt, Partner, Labor and Employment, Haynes Boone
• Annie Lawson, Associate, Tax and Business Planning Group, Haynes Boone

This insightful podcast explores the anticipated changes and policy shifts for employers under the new administration, including the impact on immigration and with the EEOC and NLRB.  Kelsey Schmidt and Stephen Rotter provide guidance on how new leadership, priorities, and regulations could impact the workplace.   Whether you're a legal professional, HR practitioner, business owner, or in management, this episode delivers valuable insights to help you navigate and prepare for the evolving landscape.

Featured Speakers: 

• Kelsey Schmidt, Partner, Labor and Employment, Haynes Boone
• Stephen Rotter, Managing Partner, The Workplace Counsel

In this episode, Stephen Rotter and Kelsey Schmidt dive into the challenging world of toxic employees in the workplace. From recognizing the tell-tale traits of toxic behavior—such as constant negativity, manipulation, undermining colleagues, or quiet quitting —to unpacking real-world examples of how these behaviors manifest, we provide guidance and solutions.

Whether you're an employee navigating a tense environment, a manager trying to uphold team morale, or an HR professional tasked with finding solutions, this episode offers actionable insights and real-life stories to help you create a healthier workplace!

Featured Speakers: 

• Kelsey Schmidt, Partner, Labor and Employment, Haynes Boone
• Stephen Rotter, Managing Partner, The Workplace Counsel

In this episode, host Abby Read, and partner Courtney Smith sit down with Ben Carpenter from U.S. Bank to explore the creation of the U.S. Bank Well-Being Guidelines – an initiative designed to drive meaningful change in the legal profession. These guidelines offer simple yet impactful strategies to strengthen relationships between clients and outside counsel, improve communication, and reshape expectations for higher quality work and a more sustainable work environment. Listen to learn the collaborative journey behind these guidelines and hear Ben’s vision for the future of well-being in law. US Bank Well-Being Guidelines PDF

Featured Speakers: 

• Abby Read, Director of Well-Being, Haynes Boone
• Benjamin Carpenter, Executive Vice President and Deputy General Counsel, U.S. Bank
• Courtney Smith, Fund Finance Partner, Haynes Boone

Over the past decade, wellness programming within organizations has evolved significantly, with even greater changes in recent years due to the pandemic. In this episode, Abby Read talks with Abinue Fortingo, a Population Health and Well-Being Consultant, about how employers –including law firms – are shifting toward more holistic approaches to well-being and measuring its impact on key business objectives such as productivity, talent attraction, retention, and firm culture.

Featured Speakers: 

• Abby Read, Director of Wellbeing at Haynes and Boone
• Abinue Fortingo, Principal, Population Health and Well-Being Consultant at Brown & Brown

In this Legal Landscape episode, Haynes Boone Sports Practice Group Chair Errol Brown talks to New York Mets Chief Legal Officer Katie Pothier. Pothier shares her unique path from white-collar crime attorney to professional sports, the most important skills for the role and even her sports superstitions.

Featured Speakers: 

• Errol Brown, Counsel, Sports Practice Group Chair, Haynes Boone
• Katie Pothier, Chief Legal Officer, New York Mets
• William Joy, Communications Manager, Haynes Boone

Join Stephen Rotter and Kelsey Schmidt in this employment law episode as they delve into the complexities of political conversations and activities at work. They provide invaluable insights on crafting effective workplace policies for political discourse, understanding legal implications and potential pitfalls of regulating employee speech, and practical strategies for managing heated discussions.

 For employers looking to create a balanced workplace and learn how to navigate these tricky conversations, this episode provides actionable advice you won’t want to miss!

Featured Speakers: 

• Kelsey Schmidt, Partner, Labor and Employment, Haynes Boone
• Stephen Rotter, Managing Partner, The Workplace Counsel

In this employment law episode, Managing Partner at The Workplace Counsel, Stephen Rotter, and Haynes Boone Labor and Employment Partner, Kelsey Schmidt discuss the Colorado POWR Act, which was passed one year ago; employers continue to face difficulties navigating its nuances and complying with the law. They share solutions on dealing with it, how harassment in Colorado is completely redefined, and areas you can protect yourself!

Featured Speakers: 

• Kelsey Schmidt, Partner, Labor and Employment, Haynes Boone
• Stephen Rotter, Managing Partner, The Workplace Counsel

After surviving stage 3 cancer in his mid-twenties, Partner Nick Monier initially struggled to open up about his journey. However, becoming a board member for the American Cancer Society a few years ago inspired him to share his story and connect with others, particularly men, dealing with a cancer diagnosis. In this episode of our Wellness in Law series, host Abby Read speaks with Nick about his experience and his commitment to making an impact.

This November, Nick will run the New York City Marathon as a charity runner for the Ulman Foundation, whose mission is to support young adults affected by cancer. If you’d like to donate to this incredible cause, follow this link: https://impact.ulmanfoundation.org/NickMonierNYC2024

Featured Speakers: 

• Nick Monier, Partner, Finance Practice Group
• Abby Read, Wellness Manager

Two Haynes Boone attorneys have the unique role of not just arguing or interpreting law but also writing it. In this episode of "The Legal Landscape" Communications Manager William Joy speaks with Partner John Turner, a former Dallas State Representative, and Of Counsel Rafael Anchia, a Texas State Representative in Dallas. They share their dual roles and experiences balancing legal practice with public service.

Featured Speakers: 

• Rafael Anchia, Of Counsel, Finance Practice Group
• John Turner, Partner, Litigation Practice Group
• William Joy, Communications Manager