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The Hathaway & Kunz PodcastDispelling Myths About Wyoming TrustsCan you set up a Wyoming trust if you don’t actually live in Wyoming? Is Wyoming the best place to hold a trust protecting your digital asset wealth? Our team has the answers. Listen in as firm partner Matt Kaufman, associate John P. Fritz, and associate Jerry James discuss (and dispel) common myths surrounding revocable trusts, irrevocable trusts, and “The Cowboy Cocktail”—a hot topic we’ve been fielding inquiries about from in-state and out-of-state clients alike.
2025-10-1526 min
The Grand Challengers Podcast#50 - Tables Turned: Part 2 - Personal reflections on Switzerland vs. favourite places, academia, nature, music, my career and much more…To celebrate 50 episodes of The Grand Challengers Podcast (main series), we return with another "Tables Turned" episode, this time featuring 26 questions from guests as early as Episode 2. Guests from across the show got to ask me a question of their choosing and I have compiled them into a special episode titled "Tables Turned". In this episode, I reflect on Switzerland, the importance of music in my life, academia and where I am heading in my recent decision to start my own company. Join me in this beautiful moment of looking back on my own journey once again and to...
2025-10-071h 19The Hathaway & Kunz PodcastBusiness Entity FilingsPositioned as one of the top two places in the nation to file a business entity, Wyoming’s definitely doing something right.Today, firm partner Matt Kaufman welcomes associate Brent Rhodes and special guest Colin Crossman, Business Division Director for the Wyoming Secretary of State, to explain why—as well as discuss the pros and pitfalls of anonymous LLC filings, potential implications of the Corporate Transparency Act, and what to do if your entity is “administratively dissolved.”For more on our team’s specialized areas of expertise, click here.
2025-06-1830 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastDigital Asset Law and Regulation - Part 2With their respective roles on Wyoming’s Select Committee on Blockchain, Financial Technology and Digital Innovation (Matt) and the Wyoming Stable Token Commission (Flavia), today’s hosts offer an unmatched level of insight into Wyoming’s exciting—and evolving—landscape of digital asset law and regulation.Continuing the conversation from part 1, Matt and Flavia bring the topic of digital assets closer to home, highlighting Wyoming’s pivotal role in this dynamic space both today and well into the future. For more on our team’s expertise with digital assets, including blockchain and token offerings, click here
2025-05-0415 min
BDE: Ben and Draper Entertainment80. Bracket: Best ActressesWe are back with another bracket!! Last week we did a bracket on who we thought was the best actor. It's only fitting that we do a bracket on who we think is the best actress! From Margot Robbie to Emily Blunt. Anne Hathaway to Anna Kendrick. Meryl Streep to Jennifer Lawerence. Wanna find out who else we got? Tune in to hear all 32 actresses that we put together in this bracket.
2025-04-261h 51The Hathaway & Kunz Podcast“Stay the Course”: Celebrating 50 Years of Practicing Law in Wyoming2025 marks our firm’s 50th year of serving Wyoming—and we’re looking toward the next 50 with the same optimism, excitement and determination that brought us here today. From the pivotal early decisions that changed the very ethos of how we practice law, to the lore of founding partner Stan Hathaway’s infamous office chairs, firm partners Lucas Buckley, Matt Kaufman and Marianne Shanor share some of their favorite stories from the past 50 years… and reflect on what’s to come.
2025-04-1034 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastDigital Asset Law and Regulation: Part 1“Trailblazer.” “Leader.” Just two of the words to describe Wyoming’s powerful role—and current position within—the digital asset space. From Wyoming’s plans to issue a fiat-backed stable token, to the ways our State continues to encourage, enable, and authorize digital asset companies to operate here, this is an important conversation you won’t want to miss. For more on our team’s expertise with digital assets, digital asset regulations, and policy, click here.
2025-03-2133 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastIntellectual Property and Trademark Law: Part 2Matt Kaufman and Lee Dickinson are back to continue the conversation around intellectual property and trademark law (listen in to part one here), highlighting: Telltale signs of a scam trademark letter, and what can happen if you respondWhich type of “cease and desist” letter warrants a response, and why Common examples of “failure to function” in trademarksWhen, and how, a decoration or pattern becomes patentable Where start-ups should prioritize their trademark-related focus, and why What a registration actually grants you For more information on our work with intellectual property, click here.
2024-12-3032 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastAppeals and Wyoming Supreme Court PrecedentIf you have an appeal coming up in the Wyoming Supreme Court, this episode is a must-listen.Straight from Hathaway & Kunz partner Tyler Garrett—one of our team’s most seasoned appellate attorneys—you’ll learn: The unique challenges (and opportunities) presented by Wyoming’s relatively smaller judiciaryWhy a “black and white” outcome isn’t always possible in relation to state supreme court precedentWhat it’s like to present an appeal to the Wyoming Supreme CourtTyler’s thoughts on “the real worth of lawyers” and our obligation around controlling precedents For more information on our work with appeals, click h
2024-09-1021 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastInsight on the Industrial Siting Process in WyomingFresh out of an incredibly large industrial siting project, Hathway & Kunz partners Sean Larson and Marianne Shanor join fellow partner Matt Kaufman to share their insights on the process—which is truly one of a kind. Listen in to find out: What to expect when going through the industrial siting process in WyomingThe impact of planning ahead and building relationships early onThe most unique element Hathaway & Kunz brings to our clients in this realmSean and Marianne’s advice for a successful industrial siting processFor more information on our work with industrial siting, click...
2024-08-2721 min
The AbstractEp 43: Why Foreign-Trained Lawyers are Essential: Flavia Naves, Of Counsel, Hathaway & Kunz, LLPIf you're a foreign-trained lawyer who wants to move to the U.S., how do you find a job? Why should companies look to foreign-trained lawyers in an increasingly globalized world? And how should you navigate moments of big career transitions?Flavia Naves, former general counsel at Circle, relocated to the United States after studying law in her native country of Brazil, and went on to become an authority on law and regulation related to crypto, fintech, digital payments, and much more. In addition to her long lost of leading legal roles, she is also a board...
2024-06-1934 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastIntellectual Property and Trademark Law 101When it comes to protecting your brand identity, original creations, artistic work and design… where’s the best place to start? Is it really as simple as adding in a ™ symbol?The answers might surprise you. In today’s episode on intellectual property and trademark law, Lee Dickinson and Matt Kaufman walk you through: Where to start when trademarking your brandThe difference between “weak marks” and “strong marks” Important questions to consider before incorporating an area code (like 307) into your brandWhat makes for the strongest brand distinctionsBenefits and value of federal-level vs. state-level trademark registration The di...
2024-06-0525 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastWhat is a Gun Trust?Much like estate planning creates a plan for your assets after you’ve passed, establishing a gun trust allows you to pass on your firearms, suppressors and all other firearms owned by your trust to your chosen beneficiaries. If you’ve ever wondered about the best time to set up a gun trust, or the benefits of doing so, this episode with Lucas Buckley, Nate Nicholas and Brent Rhodes is a must-listen.Plus, you’ll learn: Why to keep your gun trust and estate trust separateThe benefits of having a gun trustWhat a gun trust al...
2024-05-1521 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastEmployment Law: What Wyoming Employers Need to KnowBeing an employer in an “at-will” employment state can be a challenge—especially when you add elements such as independent contractors and employment contracts into the mix. Luckily, Matt Kaufman’s brought in two of our seasoned labor and employment law attorneys—Lucas Buckley and Kari Hartman—to share their insight on: Common misconceptions around Wyoming’s at-will employment law, including when an employer legally can and cannot fire an employee Workers’ Compensation in Wyoming What we’d tell a client trying to decide between hiring employees or hiring independent
2024-04-3014 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastPros and Cons of Wyoming’s Chancery CourtToday, Matt Kaufman welcomes Tyler Garrett and Sean Larson to share their insight on Wyoming’s Chancery Court.As Tyler mentions in the episode, the Chancery Court is an innovative step forward for Wyoming. Find out why, plus hear:What makes the Chancery Court valuable for businessesWhy having a Chancery Court puts Wyoming ahead of other states Important points to discuss with your client before beginning your Chancery Court trial Ways we’re thinking ahead for our business clientsWhen we wouldn’t recommend Chancery Court for a clientTo learn more about Wyoming’s Chancery...
2024-04-0516 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastWhat You Need to Know About Estate Planning, Part 2Welcome back! In our last episode, Shaina Case, John Fritz, and Matt Kaufman kicked off a great conversation about what to expect during the estate-planning process and shared great insight on important elements to consider, ways to avoid probate, and more.Today, Shaina, John, and Matt are back for part two, where they cover the risks of using a holographic will, explore the value of estate planning for businesses, and more. Listen in to find out:What’s unique about a holographic will in Wyoming… (:14)… and what major issues you could run into if you go...
2023-12-0411 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastWhat You Need to Know About Estate Planning, Part 1What goes into creating an estate plan? What elements need to be considered to avoid probate? (And, if you already have an estate plan in place: Are you missing an important component many estate planners often skip over?) Let’s find out in part one of our two-part episode on estate planning, featuring Shaina Case, John Fritz, and Matt Kaufman.Listen in as the Hathaway & Kunz experts on estate planning and wealth management share: The most common estate planning component people often skip over (:40)An overview and definition of probate—and the most effective ways t...
2023-11-2013 min
BX SwissNEU: Wall Street Live mit Tim SchäferNEU: Wall Street Live mit Tim Schäfer
In unserem neuen zweiwöchigen Format „Wall Street Live“ mit Tim Schaefer , Finanzredakteur und Blogger direkt von der Hashtag#WallStreet behandeln wir topaktuelle Themen des Marktgeschehens.
In unserer heutigen Pilotfolge spricht Tim Schäfer mit David Kunz, COO der BX Swiss AG über aktuelle Marktgeschehnisse, den Wahlkampf in den USA und Tim Schäfers Buy and Hold Ansatz.
Ausserdem sprechen die beiden über verschiedene Tech-Aktien, erläutern die Geschichte von Berkshire Hathaway und beantworten zudem die Frage, ob Tim Schäfer in Kryptowährungen investiert ist.
2023-11-1621 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastHow to Make Your Appellate Writing More PersuasiveAs you’ll hear during this session: Tyler Garrett loves appeals. (In fact, he literally wrote the book on appellate procedure in the Wyoming Supreme Court.)Getting a step ahead of opposing counsel starts with persuasive appellate writing, and today, Tyler joins Matt Kaufman to share his insight on what it takes to make your writing stand out. Listen in to learn:The importance of having the appropriate standards of review interwoven into your issues (1:15)How to identify the issues you want to present in front of the court (2:00)Should you strategize the presentation of...
2023-10-3009 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastPerks and Pitfalls of ChatGPT, Part 2In our last episode, Brent and Lucas brought a wealth of insight to the table about the perks and pitfalls of using ChatGPT within the legal field. Today, these fine gentlemen are back to continue the conversation, raising great points around the risks of ChatGPT’s inherent data bias, sharing who they think is most well-positioned for a new economy that incorporates ChatGPT, and more.Plus: A unique application of AI technology, and how attorneys could follow a similar path to streamline litigation practices (:20) Lucas’s thoughts on the “garbage in, garbage out” adage commonly as...
2023-10-1616 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastPerks and Pitfalls of ChatGPT, Part 1Continuing our last conversation on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Brent Rhodes and Lucas Buckley join us to discuss the perks and pitfalls of using ChatGPT within the legal field. While, in some instances, ChatGPT can be a way for us to provide value to clients, it can also open the door to a vast range of inaccuracies—and it’s up to us, as legal professionals, to find the best ways to harness its unique power for good.In today’s episode:Clarifying what AI is and, more importantly, what it is not (:2...
2023-10-0313 minThe Hathaway & Kunz PodcastAI and the Legal LandscapeIs it ethical to use AI in the legal arena? And, if so, when? What challenges does AI pose, and what pain points does it have the potential to move out of the way?All that and more on this episode of the Hathaway & Kunz podcast!Listen in as Matt Kaufman and Tyler Garrett discuss:Ways AI is already improving efficiency (1:10)Examples of AI pitfalls Tyler and Matt have witnessed recently (1:38)Whether we, as a firm, have an obligation to use AI if and when it’s ethical to do so (3:00)What our firm’s fam...
2023-09-1910 min
Zero To Travel PodcastIndependent Travel as a Female in Afghanistan, Hitchhiking Iraq, and Ex-Pat Life in Sudan with Jacquelyn KunzIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: This episode was recorded before the conflict in Sudan, and Jacqui has since left the country. For additional information and ways to support the Sudanese people, visit eyesonsudan.net and follow Jacqui on Instagram.Why would someone choose to travel to the world's most dangerous places?Today I'm joined by Jacquelyn Kunz, the first female to travel independently through Afghanistan after the Taliban regained control. In this episode, Jacqui shares some of the toughest moments from her time in Afghanistan, what led her to move to Sudan, and her life as an ex-pat...
2023-05-021h 30The Hathaway & Kunz Podcast2023 Wyoming Legislative Session: Post-Session Check-InConcluding our series on the 2023 Wyoming Legislative Session, Matt Kaufman and Marianne Shanor discuss:How many bills came through vs. how many were passed (:30 – :55)What happens when Governor Mark Gordon receives a bill that’s been passed (:57 – 1:35)The unique process of a bill becoming law without the governor’s signature (1:35 – 2:56)SF0127, the Wyoming Stable Token Act (3:00 – 3:38)The power of leadership and its impact on bills (3:40 – 5:30) Which specific topics kept our attention this Session, including liquor licenses (6:00) and digital asset protection (7:09)What it’s like during the post-Session interim process, and what happens when committees meet (9:29)
2023-03-2111 minThe Hathaway & Kunz Podcast2023 Wyoming Legislative Session: Mid-Session Check-InWith the Session at its midway point, Matt Kaufman and Marianne Shanor discuss:Current status of the 2023 Wyoming Legislative Session and the number of bills circulating (:20 – 2:02)Joint resolutions, and what makes them different (2:18 – 3:08)What it means to have a bill heard by Committee of the Whole (3:25 – 4:28)Which steps of the process tend to be the most dynamic (4:44 – 5:48)Senate File 13, related to changing Wyoming’s liquor licensing and liquor laws (5:53 – 7:45)What happens during “Interim,” when Committees meet on specific topics after the Session ends (7:50 – 8:40)Why now is the ideal time to present topics to the Committees and management council for the 2024 Legis...
2023-02-1011 minThe Hathaway & Kunz Podcast2023 Wyoming Legislative Session: Pre-Session Check-InKicking off the first of 3 audio blogs around the 2023 Wyoming Legislative Session, Matt Kaufman and Marianne Shanor discuss:What the 2023 general session of the Wyoming legislature will look like (:20 – 1:42)What’s changed as a result of the 2022 elections (1:44 – 3:13)The process bills go through once introduced (3:15 – 6:56)How you can get involved in this year’s session, from tracking bills and speaking on specific legislation, to contacting your legislator (6:56 – 8:53)Later in the session, we'll share which bills we’re following closely, as well as our insights on those with potential to impact Wyoming’s legal landscape.
2023-01-0509 min
WyoLawPodLLM in Entrepreneurial Law featuring Matt KaufmanTime Schedule: 60 minutesSummary of Topics Covered:Introduction of Instructor Mathew KaufmanDeciding if an LLM is a good fit with your legal careerDeciding what LLM is right for youWhat is an LLM in Entrepreneurial LawWorking with your firm and law partners to plan for time away from workPlanning for the time away from family and how to stay healthy while commuting to schoolDetermining if there is a market for your new skillsThe advantage of having an LLM in marketing your skills t...
2022-06-2200 min
TRM TalksFlash TRM Talks: The Wyoming DAO LawIn April 2021, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon signed the state’s DAO-focused Bill 38 into law, allowing Wyoming to recognize DAOs as limited liability corporations (LLCs). The law went into effect in July 2021. LLCs are hybrid entities that combine the characteristics of a corporation with those of a partnership or sole proprietorship.As explained to Coindesk by TRM Talks alum, Wyoming Sen. Chris Rothfuss, the bill makes the process of a DAO becoming an LLC easier and cheaper. “A lot of our work in Wyoming on blockchain and fintech governance has been focused on providing legal clarity where ambiguity exis...
2022-02-2809 min
The Encrypted EconomySPDI's, Crypto Banking, and DAO's in Wyoming - Matt Kaufman, Partner at Hathaway & Kunz - E51This week on The Encrypted Economy, my guest is Matt Kaufman, Partner at Hathaway & Kunz, LLP. Matt has experience working with Wyoming's ENDOW and helping draft Wyoming's DAO statute. Matt joins us to share about his experience working with SPDI’s and the DAO organization structure. Topics Covered: Introduction Matt’s Background ENDOW What are SPDI’s? SPDI Best Uses DAOs Outro Resource List: Matt’s Twitter Matt’s LinkedIn Joel Revill Twitter Joel Revill LinkedIn ENDOW SPDI FinCEN FDIC Wyoming Blockchain Stampede Follow The Encrypted Economy on your favorite platforms!
2021-10-191h 01
WY We Serve19 - Matt Kaufman: Cowboy, Lawyer, & Pro Bono ExtraordinaireICYMI: We've updated our name and branding to reflect our expanded area of focus across the entire Cowboy State!This week we talk to Matt Kaufman, partner at Hathaway & Kunz, LLP and recipient of the 2020 Pro Bono Award for Community Service from the Wyoming State Bar. Matt tells us about his deep Wyoming roots and how that has fostered his dedication to the betterment of the state. He also talks about exciting possibilities for the future of tech and start up culture in Wyoming and teaches us about crypto and the blockchain.Learn more about Ma...
2021-06-0743 min