Brooks Brothers Fall Wardrobe Sale!
Join us for our Fall Wardrobe Sale on Saturday September 14th through Saturday September 21st! Any purchases over $400 (some exclusions apply) is eligible for 30% off!BUT WAIT! Our PRESALE will be TOMORROW September 13th! Don't miss this great opportunity! We also have a great selection of Made to Measure fabrics on sale for 20% off! Your first sale priced MTM item is 20% and each additional MTM sale price item within the same category would be 20% off plus an additional 25%. We expect these sale fabrics
CPA Firm Receives High Recognitions; Among “Best” in the Nation
The CPA firm of Caler, Donten, Levine, Cohen, Porter & Veil, P.A. (CDL) has received the rankings of “Best of the Best,” ” Fastest Growing” and “Top 200” Firm in the nation by the publishers of INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA). The IPA recognized CDL and other national CPA firms for “their superior financial and operational performance.” More than 70 criteria were considered as part of responses to the 2019 IPA Survey and Analysis of Firms. More than 550 CPA firms participated nationwide.
Palm Beach Illustrated Names Jones Foster Attorneys as 2019 Top Lawyers
Jones Foster is proud to announce that 13 attorneys, representing the Firm’s 5 main practice groups, have been named “Top Lawyers” 2019 by Palm Beach Illustrated. Palm Beach Illustrated, a luxury lifestyle magazine, debuted in 1952 and is distributed from Boca Raton to Vero Beach. This annual honor is the result of a peer-review nomination survey sent to all certified lawyers throughout Palm Beach County, conducted by Palm Beach Illustrated and Professional Research Services. The following Jones
Martin R. Woods Named Shareholder at CPA Firm Caler Donten LevineNews Release: 8/27/2019
The certified public accounting firm of Caler, Donten, Levine, Cohen, Porter and Veil, P.A. (CDL) is pleased to announce that Martin R. Woods, CPA, has been promoted to Shareholder. Woods will join the Firm’s 12 Shareholders in advancing client services, professional talent recruitment and growth opportunities. Raised and residing in Martin County, Woods is instrumental in advancing the Firm’s practice development on the Treasure Coast. This November will mark CDL’s second year anniversary of opening
Grasford W. Smith Appointed to the American Heart Association’s Palm Beach County Board of Directors
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Litigation & Dispute Resolution Shareholder, Grasford Smith, has been appointed to the American Heart Association’s Palm Beach County Board of Directors and will serve as the Chair of the Leadership Development Committee. Grasford will work alongside many notable business and community leaders to lead the fight against heart disease and stroke and further AHA’s mission, “to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.” The American Heart Association,
Kravis Center Announces 28th Spectacular Season of Stunning Concerts, Blockbuster Performances and Smash Hits from Broadway
Superstars of Comedy, Dance and Music: Jim Gaffigan, Daniel Tosh, Paul Anka, Chris Botti, Cameron Carpenter, David Foster Hitman Tour featuring Katharine McPhee, Incubus, The Isley Brothers, Jon Boogz & Lil Buck, Kenny G, Koresh Dance Company, Johnny Mathis, The Naked Magicians, Matisyahu, Neil Sedaka, New World Symphony, Rick Springfield and A John Waters Christmas Kravis On Broadway Hits: HAMILTON, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, A BRONX TALE, MISS SAIGON, COME FROM AWAY and SUMMER: The
Grasford Smith Installed as 2019 President of the Virgil Hawkins Florida Chapter National Bar Association
Grasford Smith, Litigation & Dispute Resolution Shareholder at Jones Foster, was sworn in as the 2019 President of the Virgil Hawkins Florida Chapter National Bar Association (VHFCNBA). He has been actively involved in the organization for the past two years, initially serving as Vice President. The VHFCNBA has been a driving force in advocating for important issues such as ensuring equal access to the justice system and increasing economic parity for marginalized members of our community.
Jones Foster Welcomes Erica Haft
Jones Foster is proud to announce the addition of Erica R. Haft as a member of the Firm’s Private Client Services and Corporate & Tax practice groups in its West Palm Beach office. Erica will concentrate her practice in the areas of estate and tax planning. Erica earned her Master of Laws in Estate Planning (LL.M.) from the University of Miami School of Law, where she graduated at the top of her class and received the Book Award in Probate. Prior, she earned her law degree (J.D.) with cum laude honors
Jones Foster Participates at the 2019 Florida Bar Convention
The Florida Bar’s 2019 Annual “unCONVENTIONal” Convention took place June 26-29 at the Boca Raton Resort & Club, attracting legal professionals from across the state. Jones Foster served as a proud sponsor of the Judicial Luncheon on Thursday, June 27th, which was at full capacity in the Great Hall with an estimated 650 members in attendance. Notable attendees at the luncheon included Governor Ron DeSantis as the Guest Speaker and Florida Supreme Court Chief Justice Charles T. Canady as the Keynote
Michael J. Gore Receives LL.M. from Georgetown University
Litigation and Corporate Shareholder, Michael Gore, has received his LL.M. in Securities & Financial Regulation from Georgetown University Law Center. Mike pursued a master of laws degree in Securities and Financial Regulation to further his in-depth understanding of this specialized industry and provide value to clients through Jones Foster’s Securities Litigation services. Mike has extensive experience representing clients in the areas of construction, employment, and securities law, including
Arbitration: Past, Precedents, and Future
By Scott G. Hawkins | Grasford W. Smith | Jacob Z. CoatesPart I in a 5-part series Is it wise to pursue arbitration as a form of alternative dispute resolution? This is an important consideration for both practitioners and clients. For many types of practitioners — from the transactional attorney considering including an arbitration clause in an agreement to the litigation attorney deciding whether to compel arbitration — it is important to have an understanding of the current policies and judicial
Theodore S. Kypreos Appointed to UF Law’s Law Center Association Board of Trustees
Litigation & Dispute Resolution Shareholder, Theo Kypreos, has been appointed to the University of Florida Levin College of Law’sLaw Center Association (LCA) Board of Trustees. He was selected by the Board’s nominating committee, led by immediate Past Chair Oscar Sanchez. The University of Florida Law Center Association Inc. has existed for more than 40 years as a financial support organization for the Levin College of Law. The LCA Board of Trustees assists in the budgetary process, provides financial
H. Adams Weaver Reappointed to The Florida Bar’s Eminent Domain Committee
Litigation & Dispute Resolution Shareholder, H. Adams Weaver, has been reappointed by The Florida Bar’s president-elect, John M. Stewart, to serve on the Eminent Domain Committee. The scope and function of the Eminent Domain Committee is to study and keep informed of recent developments in the field of condemnation of private property for public use by governmental agencies or private companies who have the power of eminent domain. Adams has maintained a statewide practice in eminent domain and
Robert Wilkins, Speaker at the Florida Bar Trial Lawyers Section eDiscovery Seminar
Rob Wilkins, Shareholder and Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice Group Leader, served as a speaker and panelist at The Florida Bar Trial Lawyers Section eDiscovery seminar, held on Friday, May 31st at the Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law. Rob discussed Technical Aspects of ESI Collection and Florida ESI Evidence Cases, Duty to Disclose General Provisions Governing Discovery, and the Sedona Process and Conference.The Trial Lawyers Section of The Florida Bar provides a forum
2019 Florida Super Lawyers Names Jones Foster Attorneys
West Palm Beach, FL - Jones Foster is proud to announce that 13 of our attorneys, half of the Firm’s Shareholders, have been selected for inclusion in the 2019 edition of Florida Super Lawyers, a prestigious list of attorneys representing the top 5% of total 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 methodical selection process in which they are measured against 12 indicators of
Joanne M. O’Connor to Serve on Two Florida Bar Committees
Litigation & Dispute Resolution Shareholder, Joanne O’Connor, has been newly appointed by The Florida Bar’s president-elect, John M. Stewart, to serve on the Federal Court Practice Committee. In addition, she will continue to serve as a member of the Business Litigation Certification Committee. The Federal Court Practice Committee acts as the Bar’s liaison to the federal courts, federal bar organizations in Florida, the Eleventh Circuit Judicial Conference, and others interested in federal practice.
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Theodore S. Kypreos Reappointed to The Florida Bar Probate Rules Committee
West Palm Beach, FL - Litigation & Dispute Resolution Shareholder, Theo Kypreos, has been reappointed by The Florida Bar’s president-elect, John M. Stewart, to serve on the Probate Rules Committee. The scope and function of the Probate Rules Committee is to carry out the mandate of Rule 2.140, Florida Rules of Judicial Administration, concerning the proposal of new rules of procedure and changes to existing rules. Theo Kypreos practices in?the areas of probate and trust litigation, trust and estate
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Jones Foster Teams Up with the American Heart Association’s CycleNation Campaign
Jones Foster is proud to have served as a local sponsor of the American Heart Association (AHA) CycleNation event, a high-energy road and stationary cycling movement to create awareness and raise funds to stop the cycle of stroke and heart disease. Two teams of four cyclists each represented Jones Foster at CycleBar Palm Beach Gardens during the 2-hour rally-style event on May 23. The event sponsors and community efforts raised a total of $170,000. Both road and stationary cycling events are taking
StarGroup Books Receives International Indie Book Award for Promotional Book Highlighting Prestigious Palm Beach Estates and Lifestyles
West Palm Beach, FL – May 29, 2019 – West Palm Beach marketing and publishing company, StarGroup International, has announced their latest Palm Beach promotional book, Palm Beach Estates and Lifestyles: The Best of the Best, has received an award from the 2019 Indie Book Awards. The Next Generation Indie Book Awards is the world’s largest not-for-profit awards program, established to recognize and honor the most exceptional independently published books each year. In the publishing world, the Indie Book
Jones Foster Strengthens Litigation & Dispute Resolution Team with Board Certified Business Litigation Attorney Stanley D. Klett, Jr.
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - May 20, 2019 – Jones Foster is pleased to announce that Stanley D. Klett, Jr. has joined the Firm’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice group as Senior Counsel. Stan will be based in the Firm’s Jupiter office, bolstering the scope of core practice groups represented at the North Palm Beach County location. Stan is a Florida Bar Board Certified Business Litigation specialist with 30 years of experience. His practice includes commercial litigation, trusts and estates
KRAVIS CENTER: Due to Construction Okeechobee Boulevard Entrance Will Be Closed May 20 through November 4
Main Box Office Next to Dreyfoos Hall is Moving Temporarilyto Rinker PlayhouseThe Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts today announced that, due to construction, the Okeechobee Boulevard entrance and driveway will be closed to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic starting on Monday, May 20. The closure is expected to last through November 4, shortly before the launch of the Center’s 2019-2020 season. During the five-month closure: + The only access to the Kravis Center will be though the
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
Kravis Center To Present Grammy Nominated, Multi-Platinum Selling Rock Band Incubus
KRAVIS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTSTo Present Grammy-Nominated, Multi-Platinum Selling Rock BandINCUBUS20th Anniversary Tour for Acclaimed ‘Make Yourself’ AlbumSunday, December 1 at 8 pm Presale to Kravis Center Donors Starts Today& Tickets Go On Public Sale This Friday, May 10 (West Palm Beach, FL – May 7, 2019) The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts today announced that tickets go on public sale this Friday for a major rock concert addition to its upcoming performance
Kravis Center To Present Comedian Jim Gaffigan: Secrets and Pies Tour
The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts today announced that tickets go on sale today for a major comic addition to its upcoming performance schedule: December 21-22 at 7 pm (Saturday & Sunday)Jim GaffiganSecrets and Pies Tour Jim Gaffigan is a four-time Grammy nominated comedian, actor, writer, producer, two-time New York Times best-selling author, Emmy winning top touring performer, and multi-platinum-selling recording artist. He is known around the world for his unique brand of humor,
Kravis Center To Present Comedian Jim Gaffigan Quality Time Tour
JIM GAFFIGANQuality Time TourDecember 21-22 at 7 pm Presale to Kravis Center Donors Starts Today& Tickets Go On Public Sale Next Friday, May 3 The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts today announced a major comic addition to its upcoming performance schedule: December 21-22 at 7 pm (Saturday & Sunday)Jim GaffiganQuality Time TourJim Gaffigan is a four-time Grammy nominated comedian, actor, writer, producer, two-time New York Times best-selling author, Emmy winning top touring performer,
Grasford W. Smith Re-Elected to the Palm Beach County Bar Association’s Board of Directors
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Grasford W. Smithhas been re-elected to the Palm Beach County Bar Association’s (PBCBA) Board of Directors for a 2-year term. This is Grasford’s third term as a Board Member of the PBCBA. He has also served as Past Chairman of the Transactional Committee and Past Co-Chair of the Diversity Committee. Founded in 1922, the PBCBA’s mission is to serve its members, foster professionalism, and enhance the public’s understanding and awareness of the legal system, while
Emily Snider Appointed to Advisory Board of Impact The Palm Beaches
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Emily A. Snider has been appointed to the Advisory Board of Impact The Palm Beaches, serving as Vice Chair of the Grants Committee. The organization was founded in 2015 as an Impact 100 group, designed to leverage the power of collaborative and highly focused professional women to effect social change in the community. Members of the organization commit to raising a minimum annual investment of $100,000, to be distributed as a grant to a selected non-profit based in
Peter A. Sachs Appointed to Board of Directors for Local Non-Profit, Alzheimer’s Community Care
West Palm Beach, Florida – Jones Foster is proud to announce that Firm Board Member and Litigation & Dispute Resolutions Shareholder Peter A. Sachs has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Alzheimer’s Community Care. The organization was founded in 1996 by a group of local residents in Florida and is dedicated to promoting and providing community-based, family-centered care for patients and their caregivers living with neurocognitive disorders. The guiding values of the Alzheimer’s Community
Kelly Gardner Joins ‘Raise the Bar’ Committee for Non-Profit, Women’s Foundation of Florida
Jones Foster is proud to announce that Kelly A. Gardner has been selected to join the 2019 ‘Raise the Bar’ committee of the Women’s Foundation of Florida. The organization was founded in 2007 to service Palm Beach County, but has expanded to areas throughout the state of Florida. Its mission is to empower women and girls to become leaders by investing in tailored programs geared towards nurturing leadership skills and positively impacting their economic, political, and social status. Spearheaded by
Jones Foster Attorneys Named as “Top Lawyers” by 2019 South Florida Legal Guide
West Palm Beach, Florida – Jones Foster is proud to announce that 9 attorneys, representing each of the firm’s 5 practice groups, have been selected as “Top Lawyers” by the 2019 South Florida Legal Guide. The South Florida Legal Guide currently publishes listings of Top Lawyers, Top Law Firms, Top Up and Comers, Top CPAs, and Litigation Support Professionals along with expertise columns. Selections to the top listings are based on peer nominations. Following is the list of recognized Jones Foster attorneys
Mayor Jeri Muoio Unveils New Book to Promote the City of West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach Mayor Jeri Muoio unveiled the city’s new signature book, West Palm Beach: A City on the Move, at a book launch event held Tuesday afternoon at the Mandel Public Library in West Palm Beach. Chris Murray, Director of the Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach introduced the Mayor, who addressed the crowd, “It’s a wonderful representation of the vibrant, exciting nature of our city. It’s the people who live and work here that make the city great, and that’s what we wanted to capture in
Local Senior Advocate Receives National Recognition for Book Offering A Practical but Humorous Approach to Aging
West Palm Beach marketing and publishing company, StarGroup Books, announces that local senior advocate, radio show host, and author, Scott Greenberg has been chosen as a Finalist in the 2018 Next Generation Indie Book Awards for his book entitled, OH MY GOD, I’M GETTING OLDER and So Is My Mom, 2nd edition. As the largest not-for-profit awards program honoring independently published books, The Next Generation Indie Book Awards was established to recognize and honor the most exceptional independently
History and Legacy Book by The Society of the Four Arts Wins Indie Book Award
THE SOCIETY OF THE FOUR ARTS: History and Legacy book has been chosen as a Finalist by the 2018 Next Generation Indie Book Awards. The Society of the Four Arts, a non-profit cultural organization located on Palm Beach, released the book earlier this year to celebrate its 80th Anniversary and document its noteworthy history. West Palm Beach marketing and publishing company, StarGroup International, worked with the organization’s executives to produce the award-winning book. As the largest
