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Holocaust surviving attorney looks back for inspiration
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Andrew C. Hall, founding partner at Miami-based law firm Hall, Lamb & Hall, was literally born into the Holocaust in Warsaw, Poland in 1944. Yesterday was...

Mar.
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Bilzin Sumberg launches Mortgage Crisis Watch Blog
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The real estate crash has affected numerous businesses sectors, many of which are still dealing with the consequences of an overleveraged real estate market. Mortgage originators in particular have been...

Jan.
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Citigroup 46% Gain Masks Flawed Mortgages Freddie Mac Calls Not Acceptable
Posted by Julia Wakefield

Bilzin Sumberg partner Robert Siegel talks to Bloomberg about Freddie Mac's increased vigilance in dealing with  vintage loans. Siegel is actively involved in the mortgage meltdown, representing loan originators...

Nov.
19.
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Law Firms Take Up a Big Chunk of Miami Offices
Posted by Julia Wakefield

According to a recent study by Jones Lang LaSalle, Miami ranks #3 worldwide for percentage of office space occupied by law firms.
Nov.
15.
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Planning for Income and Estate Taxes in an Uncertain Time
Posted by Julia Wakefield
 
While 2010 was a year of the zero estate tax (since Congress failed to act at the end of ’09), if Congress fails to act yet again, 2011 will be a year of the lowest exemption and highest rate we'...
Nov.
11.
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The Lawyer Who Helped Jim Morrison Ride Out a Legal Storm
Posted by Julia Wakefield

On the heels of FL Governor Charlie Crist's remarks that he is considering a posthumous pardon of The Doors front man Jim Morrison on his conviction for indecent exposure and profanity, we approached the New York...

Nov.
08.
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Suzanne Amaducci-Adams, local Bilzin Sumberg attorney and president of CREW-Miami one of NREI's "Outstanding Women in Real Estate 2010"
Posted by Julia Wakefield

 Suzanne Amaducci-Adams, one of Miami's cop commercial real estate professionals and president of professional association CREW-...

Oct.
28.
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Miami attorney, a Holocaust survivor, fights on behalf of victims of terrorism
Posted by Julia Wakefield

Born in 1944 on the floor of a coal cellar in Poland where his Jewish parents hid from the Nazis, Andrew Hall was only three pounds when he was born. His family ultimately escaped to Krakow through the sewer...

Oct.
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Miami Herald: Texting and driving a costly business risk
Posted by Julia Wakefield

Today's technological age means people can work anywhere, anytime, but this convenience comes with a price for business owners: distracted drivers who hurt or kill someone expose their employer to potential...

Sep.
30.
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Banks ignore requests to join Florida Chinese drywall litigation
Posted by Julia Wakefield

   The Associated Press has reported today that a number of banks that own Florida homes containing faulty Chinese drywall are refusing to...

Sep.
29.
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Should car rental companies be liable for accidents caused by their drivers?
Posted by Julia Wakefield

According to the Graves Amendment, passed five years ago, the answer is no.
Sep.
19.
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Artistically, Miami has arrived
Posted by Julia Wakefield
As Chair of Miami Art Museum, Aaron Podhurst makes the case for Miami’s rise to prominence on the international arts stage, referencing Art Basel, Bass Art Museum, the recent success of the Adrienne Arsht...
Jul.
07.
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Wall Street Journal: "'Bulk Sales' of Condos Clear Supply, at a Cost"
Posted by Julia Wakefield

In today’s Wall Street Journal, reporter Robbie Whelan takes a look at the new Florida condo bill that should ease the legal path for investors looking to absorb excess condo inventory in bulk purchases. Attorney and...

Jun.
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A Dog's Life: Its Own Mansion, Cadillac, and Nasty Estate Battle.
Posted by Julia Wakefield

Conchita has her own seven-bedroom, $8.3 million mansion on Miami Beach. She has a $3 million trust fund. A publicist. A four-season wardrobe. Diamond jewelry. A full-time staff. Weekly spa trips for manicures and...

Jun.
08.
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Wall Street Journal on Chinese Drywall: Homeowners' Class-Action Lawsuit Gains Traction With Release of Incriminating Documents
Posted by Julia Wakefield

If you own or occupy a home in Florida, you've likely been privy to the ongoing Chinese drywall catastrophe. The construction material is sickening thousands of homeowners, literally corroding their homes, and...

Apr.
30.
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Wall St. Journal: A Colorful Florida Tale
Posted by Julia Wakefield

Posted by Schwartz Media Strategies, a Miami, Fla. public relations (PR) and marketing firm.
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Mar.
30.
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Posted by Julia Wakefield

Posted by Schwartz Media Strategies, Miami Florida Public Relations
TODAY'S NEWS FROM REUTERS:
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Jan.
22.
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Video: Ira Leesfield, Miami attorney, recognized on House floor
Posted by Julia Wakefield

Prominent Miami lawyer Ira Leesfield of Leesfield & Partners was recognized on the House  of Representatives' floor this week by Florida...

Jan.
06.
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2010: A new era in financial services?
Posted by Julia Wakefield

by Julia K. Wakefield, Senior Account Executive
2009 was no less than an epic year for financial failure and fraud. And it ain't over yet.
Jan.
04.
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MIAMI HERALD - BUSINESS MONDAY
Posted by Julia Wakefield

Leading commercial litigator Andrew C. Hall of the Hall Lamb and Hall law firm chimes in on the Scott Rothstein fraud and its impact on the legal profession in this candid Miami Herald Q&A.

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Dec.
21.
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Law Firms Giving Back
Posted by Julia Wakefield

While many law firms and companies alike are doing well despite today’s challenging economic environment, the mood and message this holiday season is different.  Schwartz Media Strategies’ clients...

Nov.
25.
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Using public relations to build support and awareness of community issues
Posted by Julia Wakefield

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Nov.
09.
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Crisis Comms: Is RRA Effectively Managing the Rothstein Ruin?
Posted by Julia Wakefield

The Rothstein debacle is a public relations nightmare. Given that our firm has a number of clients in the legal industry and plenty of experience in crisis communications, we've been watching the debacle closely, and...

Oct.
08.
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Posted by Julia Wakefield

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Jury Verdicts & Settlements
Oct.
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Dealmakers: Signing flagship deal for 1450 Brickell like a reunion of old friends
Posted by Julia Wakefield

AMERICAN LAWYER MEDIA