On December 23, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit lifted the Texas District Court’s nationwide preliminary injunction that had temporarily suspended the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This means that reporting companies formed prior to January 1, 2024 that are not exempt from the reporting requirements under the CTA must file their Beneficial Owner Information reports by January 13, 2025. https://lnkd.in/eUQ8b6xx
Akerman LLP
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A top 100 U.S. law firm recognized among the most forward-thinking firms in the industry by Financial Times.
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Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the country’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers in 25 offices throughout the United States.
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Updates
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OIG warns about suspect Medicare Advantage payments violating anti-kickback laws. Learn the risks and how to stay compliant by reading more in our latest blog post below authored by Robert Slavkin, John Hood, and Ameer Al-Khudari. #MedicareAdvantage #HealthcareCompliance https://lnkd.in/gQnpyUaU
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Akerman Partner Jason S. Lichtstein shared insights with Bloomberg Law on the challenges facing the incoming administration’s environmental agenda. From legislative hurdles to state and NGO opposition, Jason breaks down the complexities ahead. Read more below. #EnvironmentalLaw #PolicyUpdates https://lnkd.in/g95utiwi
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Celebrating the Season! Our Tampa office came together to celebrate the holiday season with great company and festive cheer! Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year! #AkermanProud #HolidayCelebration
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Adam Swick recently attended the 65th session of the UNCITRAL: United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) as chair of the International Insolvency Institute’s delegation. Adam introduced a special panel discussion on enterprise group insolvency and mediation to mark the 5th anniversary of the UNCITRAL Model law on Enterprise Group Insolvency adopted by UNCITRAL in 2019. #BankruptcyAttorney #UNCITRAL #InternationalBankruptcy
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Join Elan Hersh, Akerman's Director of eDiscovery, on January 21, 2025, for a CLE webinar presented by Strafford: Negotiating ESI Protocols: Pros and Cons, Strategies, Best Practices, Avoiding Pitfalls of Overuse. Gain valuable insights on negotiating, drafting, and enforcing ESI protocols to enhance your litigation strategy. 📅 January 21, 2025 🕙 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PT #eDiscovery #ESIProtocols #CLE #Litigation https://lnkd.in/grcZz_xm
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The Department of Homeland Security's final rule modernizing the H-1B visa program takes effect January 17, 2025, bringing significant changes for employers. From redefining "specialty occupations" to streamlining worksite amendment rules and supporting F-1 students transitioning to H-1B status, this update reflects the evolving needs of U.S. businesses. Learn more about what these updates mean for employers in our latest blog post by Denise Gavica Perez. #H1BVisa #ImmigrationLaw #WorkforceDevelopment https://lnkd.in/gGipMCHk
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We are proud to announce that Akerman Partner Ryan Williams has been selected to join the prestigious International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC). This invitation-only organization represents the top legal minds in corporate and insurance defense. Ryan's extensive experience in commercial litigation and his commitment to excellence will undoubtedly contribute to the IADC's mission. Congratulations, Ryan! #AkemanProud #IADC https://lnkd.in/gVz-qG3c
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The Hawai’i Supreme Court has ruled that while the “occurrence” requirement is met in climate change litigation, greenhouse gases (GHGs) are deemed “pollutants,” leading to a pollution exclusion that bars coverage. This decision has significant implications for insurers and businesses in the evolving landscape of climate-related lawsuits. Read more in our practice update below, authored by Akerman attorneys Valerie Lott and William Craven. #ClimateChange #InsuranceLaw https://lnkd.in/gtKMjipA
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Earlier this month, our New York office hosted a dynamic VC breakfast that sparked insightful discussions and valuable connections. A special thank you to Laurel Touby and Supernode Ventures for their support in making this event a success! We look forward to future opportunities together. #VentureCapital #AkermanEvents