West Palm Beach Attorney Gary S. Lesser Sworn In as 74th President of The Florida Bar
Orlando, FL – Attorney Gary S. Lesser, Managing Partner of West Palm Beach-based Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC, was sworn in today as the 74th President of The Florida Bar. More than 500 Bar members attended the ceremony, which took place this morning at the Bar’s Annual Convention at the Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek & Waldorf Astoria. Lesser is a longtime leader of the Florida Bar, having served for more than a decade on its Board of Governors. He served as Chair of the Bar’s Legislation Committee
Jones Foster Attorneys Named 2022 Super Lawyers
Jones Foster is proud to announce that 50% of our shareholders and senior counsel have been selected for inclusion in the 2022 edition of Florida Super Lawyers, a prestigious and select list of no more than 5% of the lawyers in the state.Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers who are nominated from more than 70 practice areas. Candidates go through a rigorous and patented multiphase selection process involving independent research, peer nomination, and evaluation in which they are
Father's Day at City Oyster
Treat dad to a celebratory Father’s Day feast he'll never forget at Delray Beach hotspot, City Oyster. Executive chef Jordan Stilley will present a plethora of brunch specialties, including City Oyster's decadent Belgian Waffle ($14.50); Petrossian Caviar Eggs Benedict ($30); Maine Lobster Roll ($21); Maryland Style Jumbo Lump Crab Cake ($20); and Fresh Fish & Chips ($19) featuring Boston cod, tartar sauce, hand cut potato wedges, and mixed greens. Keep the party buzzing with unlimited boozy mimosas and
Jones Foster Attorney Zachary M. Rothman Graduates from Florida Fellows Institute
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Litigation and Private Wealth attorney Zachary M. Rothman has graduated from the Florida Fellows Institute of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, Class V. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) is a national organization of lawyers elected to membership by demonstrating the highest level of integrity, commitment to the profession, competence, and experience as trust and estate counselors. The Florida Fellows Institute was created by
Port of Palm Beach launches Master Plan project website
“How can the Port of Palm Beach rethink and set forth the new Port vision to ensure its commercial commitment by 2042?” This is the central question posed by the Port of Palm Beach and its consultants as it embarks on the strategic Master Plan Update for the Port.The Port of Palm Beach, along with its consultants Moffatt & Nichol, are developing a new, strategic master plan that will pave the way for the future of the Port. Located in Riviera Beach, Florida, the Port of Palm Beach is a full-service,
Shawmut Design and Construction Expands Footprint in South Florida with New West Palm Beach Office
In response to growing client and market demand, Shawmut Design and Construction, a leading $1.3 billion national construction management firm, is pleased to announce the establishment of its newest office, located in The Square in the heart of West Palm Beach at 700 South Rosemary Avenue. The new office marks the firm’s second office in South Florida and 11th nationwide.“West Palm Beach is booming, and Shawmut’s market share is increasing in tandem,” said Tim Barges, Director – South Florida, Shawmut
Mark H. Dahlmeier Elected as Officer of Jones Foster
Jones Foster is pleased to announce that Real Estate Shareholder Mark H. Dahlmeier has been elected as an officer of the Firm.“We congratulate Mark on his well-deserved promotion to Officer”, said Chairman Larry B. Alexander. “Mark began his career as an Associate at Jones Foster and has since built a highly successful real estate practice. He has distinguished himself through his ongoing commitment to legal excellence and dedication to his clients. Mark has earned the respect of his peers and we are proud
Jones Foster Adds to Litigation Practice Group with Attorney Spencer S. Keyser
Jones Foster is pleased to announce the addition of attorney Spencer S. Keyser as an Associate in the Firm’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice group based in West Palm Beach. “We are delighted that Spencer has joined the team. He is a skilled attorney who has distinguished himself in his field,” said Scott G. Hawkins, the Firm’s Vice Chair and Litigation Shareholder. “Our ongoing recruitment of talented young lawyers, along with our professional development and mentoring initiatives, positions the
Jones Foster Attorney Erica R. Haft Joins Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County Committees
Jones Foster is pleased to announce that attorney Erica R. Haft has been named to the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County Business and Professionals Division Cabinet and the Working Women’s Task Force. Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County is a non-profit organization based in West Palm Beach. Its many programs and extensive calendar of events are supported by the generosity, leadership, and volunteerism of community members. In collaboration with a network of partners, the organization addresses
Estate Planning Considerations for Cryptocurrency Investors
William G. Smith, LL.M. and Brittany E. Cobb, LL.M. Despite its volatile market, cryptocurrency investors are lured by its accessibility, skyrocketing gains, purchasing autonomy and anonymity, and the lack of governmental oversight. Particularly, the purchasing anonymity and lack of governmental oversight has led to major consequences for investors and their heirs and beneficiaries. When an owner of cryptocurrency dies without taking the appropriate steps to ensure their virtual wealth is identified and
Successful Defense of Municipality in FLSA Overtime Dispute
Jeffrey Bernstein, Vincent Curcio, and John Angelone v. Town Of Jupiter, Case No. 9:21-cv-81215 (S.D. Fla.)Jones Foster attorneys across multiple practice groups combined their extensive knowledge and experience to successfully defend the Town of Jupiter in an attempted collective action lawsuit brought under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida. The team included Shareholder and Chair of the Firm’s Land Use & Governmental Practice
Cryptocurrency 101: Getting Up To Speed
By David E. Bowers, LL.M. and Brittany E. Cobb, LL.M. Almost overnight Bitcoin took the financial market by storm as it became the first successful cryptocurrency exchange in the United States in 2009. The success of Bitcoin has spawned new cryptocurrencies, such as Ethereum, Tether, and Binance Coin, to name a few. While cryptocurrency was once touted as being a vehicle for illicit activities, digital currency has, for some time now, been recognized as a legitimate form of payment, and many
Get to Know Corporate & Tax Attorney Brittany E. Cobb
Brittany Cobb is a member of Jones Foster's Corporate & Tax and Private Wealth, Trusts & Estate practice groups. With an LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Florida Levin College of Law and experience working for a national tax and business consultancy, Brittany advises clients on legal matters including corporate and individual tax planning. We sat down with Brittany to discuss her background and her practice here at Jones Foster. How do you describe your practice?The simplest explanation is that
Jones Foster Adds Attorneys to Litigation and Real Estate Practice Groups
Jones Foster is pleased to announce the addition of two attorneys, Hanna B. Rubin and John J. Campo. Hanna Rubin has joined the Firm’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice group and will be based in the West Palm Beach office and John Campo has joined the Real Estate practice group and will work out of both the West Palm Beach and Palm Beach offices.“Hanna and John are talented attorneys, and we are pleased to have them rejoin the Firm following their participation in our Summer Associate Program last
Jones Foster Litigation Shareholder Steven J. Rothman Named Vice President, ABOTA Palm Beach Chapter
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Litigation Shareholder Steven J. Rothman has been named Vice President of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) Palm Beach Chapter. Steve was invited to join the national organization in 2020, and earlier this year he was named to the local chapter’s Board of Directors and served on the Remote Jury Trial Committee. ABOTA is a national association of experienced trial lawyers and judges and is considered to be one of the most prestigious affiliations for
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Jones Foster Attorneys Named 2021 “Top Lawyers” by Palm Beach Illustrated
Jones Foster is proud to announce that 13 attorneys have been recognized on Palm Beach Illustrated’s 2021 “Top Lawyers” list. Honorees are chosen as the result of a peer-review survey by Professional Research Services on behalf of the Palm Beach Media Group (PBMG), the parent company of Palm Beach Illustrated. Licensed attorneys practicing within Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties were polled to offer their recommendations for the top legal practitioners in the area across
Jones Foster Attorney Brittany E. Cobb Joins the Armory Arts Center Advisory Board
Jones Foster is pleased to announce that attorney Brittany E. Cobb has joined the Advisory Board of the Armory Art Center. The Armory Art Center offers art classes to thousands of emerging artists of all ages and cultures, hosts workshops taught by national and international visiting master artists, provides summer art camp for thousands of young people, and has developed arts enrichment and arts for healing programs that serve teens, young adults, and veterans. Enhancing artistic life in the Palm
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Jones Foster Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers in America 2022 Edition
Jones Foster is proud to announce that more than half of the Firm’s attorneys have been named in the 2022 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©, a prestigious legal peer-review publication that recognizes the top 6% of practicing lawyers in the nation. This annual guide of outstanding attorneys is the result of exhaustive peer-review surveys of leading lawyers about the professional abilities of their colleagues within the same geographical area and legal practice area. Two of our attorneys have also
Jones Foster Shareholder James C. Gavigan, Jr. Serves as Panelist for Palm Beach County Planning Congress Webinar
Jones Foster Litigation and Land Use & Governmental Shareholder James C. Gavigan, Jr. served as a panelist for the Palm Beach County Planning Congress webinar, “Combatting the effects of COVID – How Planners Cope, Function and Thrive in the New Norm,” one of a seven-part weekly summer series titled “Planning Challenges 2021”. The session addressed post-Covid trends and what changes may become the new norm for those tasked with creating and sustaining healthy Florida communities. Panelists discussed
Jones Foster Shareholder Joanne M. O’Connor Named Chair, Florida Bar Business Litigation Certification Committee
Jones Foster is pleased to announce that Litigation Shareholder Joanne M. O’Connor has been appointed Chair of The Florida Bar’s Business Litigation Certification Committee for a 3-year term. She previously served as a member of the Committee. The Business Litigation Certification Committee oversees the certification of qualifying applicants practicing in the business litigation area of law. Candidates must meet rigorous requirements including a written examination and peer review to ensure they possess
How to Call the Sunshine State “Home”
By David E. Bowers, LL.M. and Erica R. Haft, LL.M. Why vacation in Florida, when you can live in Florida? Thousands of people were eager to answer that question last year when the coronavirus pandemic changed their living and working conditions. The Sunshine State’s offerings of sandy beaches, warm winters, and importantly, no state income or estate taxes, became increasingly more attractive and quickly drew an influx of new residents. However, to become a Florida resident eligible for these tax
Jones Foster’s Community Involvement Program Raises Funds for Local Nonprofit Loggerhead
Jones Foster raised funds for a local nonprofit, Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC), as the result of its first annual “JF Impact Week”, a component of its community involvement program, Jones Foster Impact. LMC in Juno Beach was chosen by employees as the recipient of this year’s week-long fundraising efforts. The agenda of activities and events included raffles, contests, games, and a food truck, all designed to generate awareness and support for the organization while offering employees the
Jones Foster Shareholder Theodore S. Kypreos Serves as Featured Speaker at Miami-Dade Bar Continuing Legal Education Webinar
Jones Foster Litigation Shareholder Theodore S. Kypreos served as a featured speaker at the Miami-Dade Bar Probate and Guardianship Committee’s monthly continuing legal education (CLE) webinar. Theo’s presentation “Recent Developments & Common Pitfalls in the Creditors’ Claims Process” discussed specific timelines and procedures that creditors must follow to ensure their claims against an estate are valid and enforceable; the responsibilities of a personal representative in regard to a claim; and the
Jones Foster Attorneys Named 2021 Super Lawyers
Jones Foster is proud to announce that 50% of our Shareholders have been selected for inclusion in the 2021 edition of Florida Super Lawyers, a prestigious and select list of no more than 5% of the lawyers in the state. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers who are nominated from more than 70 practice areas. Candidates go through a rigorous and patented multiphase selection process involving independent research, peer nomination, and evaluation in which they are measured against 12
News Release: New Chamber Member Discount! from Merchant Compass
Merchant Compass is excited to be a new member of the Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce. We would like to extend an offer of a reduced consulting fee to our fellow chamber members! Please reference “PBCMEMBER” when you reach out to us and we will be sure to apply the discount for you. ABOUT US: Merchant Compass is a company that was founded by previous merchant processing professionals with over 20 years of industry knowledge and experience. We know all of the tricks that the big companies use to fill
Jones Foster Shareholder Robert W. Wilkins Serves at Panelist at ACC South Florida Conference
Jones Foster Litigation Practice Group Leader and Shareholder Robert W. Wilkins served as a panelist at the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) South Florida 11th Annual CLE Conference. The conference was heldin person at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL and virtually via Zoom, offering a platform for members to discuss the use and rapid evolution of technology in managing litigation and considerations related to maturing and emerging technologies. Rob was among a panel of
Jones Foster Appoints Shareholder Roberto M. Vargas to Vice Chair, Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice Group
Jones Foster is pleased to announce that Litigation Shareholder Roberto M. Vargas has been named Vice Chair of the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice Group. Rob will work closely with Litigation Practice Group Leader, Robert W. Wilkins, providing leadership to the expanding litigation team as well as establishing priorities, strategy, and fostering further growth. “Our litigation department offers a wide array of services and specialties and we believe that the decades of experience and proven
Jones Foster Vice-Chair Scott G. Hawkins Serves as Panelist at National Association of Legal Fee Analysis Webinar
Jones Foster Vice-Chair and Litigation Shareholder, Scott G. Hawkins, served as a panel speaker at the National Association of Legal Fee Analysis (NALFA) continuing legal education webinar titled, “Proving Attorney Fees in Court”. Geared to an audience of litigators from across the U.S. as well as journalists from national industry publications and news outlets, the program discussed a range of issues that arise from the fee-setting stage of litigation and provided practice tips for fee-seeking and
Jones Foster Sponsors Annual Florida Tax Institute Conference
Jones Foster served as a sponsor of the annual Florida Tax Institute conference, held virtually for an audience of nearly 400. The three-day conference is geared to attorneys, accountants, trust officers, insurance and financial planners, and planned giving professionals, and features renowned speakers and panelists from corporations, law firms, and academic institutions. Topics included developments in state, local, and federal taxation, partnership and real estate debt workouts, transfer taxes,
Jones Foster Shareholder Peter A. Sachs Elected to Trustbridge Hospice Foundation Board of Directors
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Shareholder Peter A. Sachs has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Trustbridge Hospice Foundation for a 3-year term. Trustbridge Hospice Foundation, formerly Hospice of Palm Beach/Broward County Foundation and Hospice by the Sea Foundation, is the philanthropic arm of Trustbridge. The Foundation is dedicated to raising funds for the organization’s programs and services, including comfort care, charitable care, music therapy, pet therapy, adult and
South Florida Legal Guide 2021 Names Jones Foster Attorneys ''Top Lawyers''
Jones Foster is proud to announce that the South Florida Legal Guide 2021 has named several Shareholders to their annual “Top Lawyers” list. For more than 2 decades the South Florida Legal Guide has been a valuable resource, using peer nominations to determine the most well-regarded attorneys in the community, in addition to a review process that weighs factors such as board certifications, industry rankings, and distinguished records of achievement that attest to the attorney’s credentials. The
Jones Foster Adds Attorneys to Real Estate and Litigation Practice Groups
Jones Foster is pleased to announce the addition of two attorneys, Greg S. DeMeuse and Travis J. Foels. Greg DeMeuse has joined the Firm’s Real Estate practice group and is based out of the Palm Beach office, while Travis Foels has joined the Firm’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice group in the West Palm Beach office. “Greg and Travis are talented young attorneys who add to our capabilities in key areas where we continue to see an increased need and anticipate long-term growth,” said Chairman
Jones Foster Shareholder William G. Smith Elected President of Local Kiwanis Club Foundation
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Shareholder William G. Smith has been elected president of The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach Foundation for the 2021 term. The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach Foundation, Inc. is committed to academic excellence and offers one of the largest scholarship programs in Florida. In 2020 alone, the Foundation awarded $295,000 in scholarships to 78 undergraduate and graduate students with connections to central Palm Beach County. Scholarship grants are given to
Jones Foster Shareholder Joanne M. O’Connor, Featured Speaker at The Florida Bar CLE Webinar
Litigation Shareholder Joanne O’Connor was one of several distinguished speakers at The Florida Bar’s Trial Lawyer’s Section continuing legal education (CLE) webinar titled “Civil Trial Update & Board Certification Review 2021.” Joanne, a Board Certified Business Litigation Specialist and member of The Florida Bar’s Business Litigation Certification Committee, presented “Recent Developments in Business Litigation”, and discussed a variety of topics including the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade
Jones Foster Shareholder Robert W. Wilkins Serves as Panelist at Palm Beach County Bar Association Virtual Seminar
Jones Foster Litigation Shareholder Robert W. Wilkins served as a panelist at the Palm Beach County Bar Association (PBCBA) virtual seminar titled "ADR Now - What the Covid Are We Doing?” The seminar, presented by the organization’s Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and Business Litigation Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Committees, was comprised of several presentations by legal practitioners and industry professionals. Rob, the Firm’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice Group Leader, was
Successful Defense of Developer's Claim for Specific Performance Regarding Purchase of Property
M & M Realty Partners, LLC v. Mazzoni in the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit Jones Foster Litigation Shareholders Roberto M. Vargas and James C. Gavigan, Jr. successfully represented a Palm Beach County landowner in a lawsuit and subsequent court appeal brought by a developer seeking to compel specific performance regarding the purchase of an undeveloped 5-acre commercial parcel in Boynton Beach. A purchase agreement was entered into between the landowner (seller) and developer
Jones Foster Vice-Chair Scott G. Hawkins Named Committee Chair for The Economic Council of Palm Beach County
Jones Foster is pleased to announce that The Economic Council of Palm Beach County has named Vice-Chair and Litigation Shareholder, Scott G. Hawkins, as Chair of the Policy Committee. The Policy Committee is tasked with identifying policies and issues of importance to the county as well as monitoring county and statewide legislation and ordinances. The Economic Council of Palm Beach County is dedicated to providing community leadership that helps businesses thrive and grow in Palm Beach County.
Joanne M. O’Connor Elected as a Jones Foster Officer
Jones Foster is pleased to announce that Litigation Shareholder, Joanne M. O’Connor, has been elected as an Officer of the Firm. “We congratulate Joanne on her well-deserved elevation to Officer”, said Chairman Larry B. Alexander. “Joanne began her career as an Associate at Jones Foster and has built a highly successful practice through her exceptional talent, leadership ability, and dedication to her clients, earning the respect of her peers and the legal community.” Joanne is a Florida Bar Board
Successful Representation of The City of Delray Beach in City Manager Termination
George Gretsas vs. City of Delray Beach, Florida, Shelly Petrolia, Adam Frankel, Ryan Boyston, Shirley Johnson, and Julie Casale Delray Beach City Commissioners voted to suspend City Manager, George Gretsas, along with a preliminary notice to terminate for cause, pending an investigation into allegations of bullying several city employees. He was subsequently charged during a quasi-judicial proceeding with engaging in “a number of instances of misconduct” that warranted his firing. The City Manager filed
Jones Foster Serves as Proud Sponsor of Virtual Fundraiser for Local Legal Aid Society
Jones Foster is proud to have served as a sponsor of the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County’s live virtual fundraiser in support of the organization’s work to provide equal access to our judicial system to qualified and low-income residents and non-profits in Palm Beach County. The event, Lawyers on the Front Lines: Caring for Palm Beach County During the COVID Crisis, was live-streamed on Facebook Live and YouTube and featured musical performances, videos, raffles, and an online
Jones Foster Shareholder David E. Bowers Discusses The SECURE Act and the Use of Trusts at ECEPC Virtual Luncheon
Shareholder David E. Bowers, head of Jones Foster’s Corporate & Tax and Private Wealth, Trusts & Estates practice groups, was the featured speaker at the East Coast Estate Planning Council’s first virtual luncheon of the season. David’s CLE-accredited presentation entitled “Use of Trusts After SECURE” was tailored to the audience of estate and tax planning attorneys, CPAs, CFPs, and trust officers and highlighted key considerations and consequences of The SECURE Act. He offered insight into required
Jones Foster Litigation Shareholder Steven J. Rothman Appointed to Prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates Board of Directors
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Litigation Shareholder Steven J. Rothman has been named to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) Palm Beach chapter Board of Directors, effective January 2021. “It will be an honor to serve the local chapter as a Board Member alongside some of the most accomplished lawyers in Palm Beach County. I look forward to actively supporting the important work of ABOTA.” In addition to Steve’s Board of Directors role, he currently serves on the Remote Jury Trials
Jones Foster Litigation Shareholder Sidney A. Stubbs Receives ‘Distinguished Leader’ Award from Daily Business Review
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Litigation Shareholder and Former Chairman, Sid Stubbs, has been named a 2020 Distinguished Leader honoree by the Daily Business Review. The Daily Business Review’s annual Professional Excellence Awards recognizes exemplary members of the South Florida legal community in various areas of the law and relies upon extensive industry research to make its selections. An esteemed litigator and revered leader in the legal field, Mr. Stubbs has focused his practice in the
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Getting Comfortable with Electronic Signings
Enforceability of E-Signatures, E-Notarization and E-Witnesses in Florida Transactions By L. Benton Alexander, Jr. and Laura D. MaxwellThe current pandemic has made obtaining original signatures and having documents witnessed and notarized difficult, if not impossible at times. This has particularly affected real estate transactions in Florida, where, like other states, certain documents must be witnessed and notarized to be recorded. Consequently, many are asking whether documents can be signed,
Jones Foster Expands Practice Groups with Two Attorneys
Jones Foster is pleased to announce the addition of two new attorneys, Laura D. Maxwell and Brittany E. Cobb, to the Firm’s West Palm Beach office. Laura Maxwell has joined the Real Estate practice group, while Brittany Cobb has joined the Firm’s Corporate & Tax and Private Wealth, Trusts & Estates practice groups. These hires denote the Firm’s resilience and commitment to its clients during a time of unprecedented adversity within the community and the nation. “Our continued emphasis on recruitment of
Joanne M. O’Connor Serves as Moderator for Judges Panel at Palm Beach County Bar Association Webinar
Litigation Shareholder Joanne O’Connor served as co-moderator for the Palm Beach County Bar Association (PBCBA) webinar entitled, “Civility and Good Practice: Navigating Complex Cases During the Pandemic.” The webinar featured a distinguished panel of federal and state court judges, including U.S. District Judge Robin Rosenberg, U.S. Magistrate Judge Bruce Reinhart, Fifteenth Judicial Circuit Judge Glenn Kelley, and Fifteenth Judicial Circuit Judge Cymonie Rowe. Civility and good practice within the legal
Adapting Distressed M&A Due Diligence Practices in the Age of Covid-19
By Kevin T. Lamb, Corporate Law Senior Counsel and Hanna B. Rubin, Intern, 2020 Summer Associate Program In a year that has come to be defined in large part by a global pandemic, many businesses have faced challenges they were not prepared to weather. As a result, mergers and acquisitions involving distressed companies (commonly known as “distressed M&A”) have increasingly attracted the attention of legal and financial industries. Entities that “thrive” amidst the challenges “will have the opportunity to
David E. Bowers, Featured Guest on Hall of Champions Florida Bar Tax Section Podcast
David E. Bowers, Corporate & Tax Practice Group Leader, was a featured guest on The Florida Bar Tax Section’s Hall of Champions Interview Series podcast. The purpose of the interview series is to “record and preserve the wisdom of lawyers like David who have meant so much to the development of tax law and policy in the State of Florida”, offering Tax Section members the opportunity to learn from leaders in the field. In the hour-long interview, David discusses his distinguished legal career and why the
Peter A. Sachs Appointed to Board of Directors for Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Firm Board Member and Litigation & Dispute Resolution Shareholder Peter A. Sachs has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County for a 3-year term. The Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County was founded in 1949 with a mission of providing equal access to our judicial system to qualified and low-income residents and non-profits in Palm Beach County. The range of services now offered to the community extends beyond the
Jones Foster’s Joanne M. O’Connor Appointed as Defendants’ Liaison Counsel in Zantac Multidistrict Litigation
Jones Foster Litigation Shareholder Joanne M. O’Connor has been appointed by U.S. District Judge Robin L. Rosenberg as Defendants’ Liaison Counsel in the Zantac (Ranitidine) multidistrict products liability litigation. As Defendants’ Liaison Counsel, Ms. O’Connor holds a pivotal leadership role as the point of contact for the transferee court, charged with expediting the resolution of complex litigation through the centralized distribution of information among and between defense counsel, the
Peter A. Sachs, Featured Speaker at the Planned Giving Council of Palm Beach County Event
Jones Foster Litigation Shareholder, Peter Sachs, was a featured speaker at the Planned Giving Council of Palm Beach County’s monthly breakfast meeting. The gathering provides a forum for members and guests to learn from prominent speakers in various industries and to network with professionals who have a role in designing and implementing philanthropic plans. Mr. Sach’s presentation, entitled, Understanding the Diminishing Capacity of Donors and Clients within Philanthropy, discussed the importance of
Get to Know Corporate & Tax and Private Client Attorney William G. Smith
Bill Smith, Firm Shareholder and a member of the Corporate & Tax and Private Client teams, concentrates his practice in the areas of estate planning, estate and trust administration, taxation, and corporate law. We sat down with Bill to discuss his practice here at Jones Foster, as well as some current issues that may impact clients. How do you describe your practice to non-attorneys? I concentrate my practice in the areas of estate planning, estate and trust administration, taxation, and corporate
Jones Foster Litigation Shareholder Steven J. Rothman Joins Prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Litigation Shareholder, Steven Rothman, has been accepted into the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). Membership in ABOTA is by invitation-only and is considered to be one of the most prestigious affiliations for trial attorneys. All members must meet a list of professional requirements as well as extol the virtues of civility, integrity, and professionalism. The local Palm Beach Chapter of ABOTA is comprised of only 107 select members of the legal
David E. Bowers, Featured Speaker at the 2020 Florida Tax Institute
David Bowers, Corporate & Tax Practice Group Leader, was a featured speaker at the Firm-sponsored Florida Tax Institute conference, held in Tampa, Florida. Corporate & Tax Shareholder, William Smith, LL.M., and Attorney Erica R. Haft, LL.M., also represented the Corporate & Tax Practice Group at the event. The three-day conference is geared to attorneys, accountants, trust officers, insurance and financial planners, and planned giving professionals, with renowned speakers and panelists discussing
Construction Defense 101 – It’s All About the Budget
By Robert W. Wilkins Best practices for defense counsel when working with insurance adjusters in construction cases A typical construction project involves the owner, the design professionals (architects and engineers), the general contractor, and numerous subcontractors. When something goes wrong and litigation ensues, there are many potential defendants. Which of these defendants you represent affects how you evaluate your litigation strategy. Regardless whom you represent, one challenge is universal:
Jones Foster Launches New Community Program
Jones Foster Impact, a firmwide community program, was announced this week by the Board of Directors. Jones Foster Impact will offer all employees a platform to collaborate, engage, and collectively impact the community through efforts designed to support local charitable organizations. Board Member and Litigation Shareholder, Theo Kypreos, expects that many positive outcomes will result from this initiative. “I am personally very excited about Jones Foster Impact. For almost a century, our Firm and
Dixie Vodka Secures Multi-Year NASCAR Partnership as First “Official Vodka”
Jones Foster Corporate attorney, Kevin T. Lamb, represented Grain & Barrel Spirits brand, Dixie Vodka, in a multi-year sponsorship deal as the first official vodka of NASCAR. A certified South Carolina product, Dixie Vodka is the largest premium craft vodka produced in the Southeast and is one of the fastest-growing spirit brands in the United States. The NASCAR partnership represents a major branding initiative to expand its market presence by aligning with the iconic sports league and its fervent fan
John C. Randolph Receives Proclamation from the Mayor of the Town of Palm Beach
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Land Use and Governmental Shareholder, John “Skip” Randolph, has received a Proclamation of the Mayor of the Town of Palm Beach, Gail Coniglio, in appreciation of his 40 years of service to the Town of Palm Beach. Mayor Coniglio proclaimed the date of December 11, 2019, a day of gratitude for his outstanding commitment to the community.Mr. Randolph began his service to the Town of Palm Beach on September 19, 1979, and during his tenure as Town Attorney, he
Scott G. Hawkins Reflects on Role as Former Florida Bar President
PRESIDENTIAL PERSPECTIVES: SCOTT HAWKINS, 2011-12This article was first published on FloridaBar.org, October 10, 2019 As part of a project to document the history of The Florida Bar, the former presidents were asked to comment on the same three questions.Q: How would you like to be remembered as a lawyer and a former Bar president? Hawkins: The opportunity to serve as president of The Florida Bar was a much “richer” experience than I anticipated. Certainly, the opportunities to speak across the state
Upcoming Music & Memories: Palm Beach County Book to Include Foreword by Philanthropist and Arts Patron, Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr.
Photo: (L-R) Don McClintock, Brenda Star, Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr.West Palm Beach, November 11, 2019 – West Palm Beach-based philanthropist and Arts patron, Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr., will contribute his thoughts on the significance of music and its impact on the community, in an upcoming coffee table book being produced by StarGroup Books, entitled, Music & Memories: Palm Beach County. Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr. is one of the most prominent and notable patrons of the Arts in Palm Beach County. In
Grasford W. Smith Named “Corporate Executive of the Year” by Legacy South Florida
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Litigation ShareholderGrasford W. Smith has been selected by Legacy South Florida magazine as the “Corporate Executive of the Year” for 2019. A black-tie Gala reception was held on Saturday, May 4th at The Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, FL to honor the most powerful and influential black business leaders of the year.Grasford Smith focuses his practice in the areas of complex commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation, cybersecurity, and
