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The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastA Rapidly Evolving Situation: Insurance Markets and Real Estate Development (Part 2)In Part 2 of this two-part series, Bilzin Sumberg’s David Resnick and Joseph Tucciarone, Founder and CEO of National Network of Accountants, discuss the innovative risk management, cost control strategies, and other benefits of captive insurance for real estate owners, investors, and developers.2024-03-1508 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastA Rapidly Evolving Situation: Insurance Markets and Real Estate Development (Part 1)In Part 1 of this two-part series, Bilzin Sumberg’s Phillip Sosnow and Marsh Managing Director Michael Landa discuss the substantial changes taking place in real estate insurance markets, the effects on commercial real estate owners and developers, and how the latter can better navigate the changing market.2023-11-2910 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastBuilding Broward: The Transit System Shaping A Rapidly Growing Florida CountyWith migration to South Florida continuing unabated, Broward County finds itself among the fastest growing counties in Florida. Anticipating the need to accommodate the influx of newcomers while continuing to serve existing residents, governmental authorities are making major investments in transportation infrastructure in Broward County, with important effects on local real estate development. In this interview, Bilzin Sumberg’s Kelly Melchiondo brings her wide ranging South Florida construction experience to a discussion with Alex Hockman of Florida-based, global engineering firm NV5, where they explore how Broward’s investments in transportation infrastructure and local real estate development are shaping one another.2022-09-1505 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastHow New Capital Is Shaping South Florida Real Estate with Melissa Rose from JLL Capital MarketsAs South Florida’s real estate market experiences robust growth across a wide range of asset classes, Bilzin Sumberg’s Anthony De Yurre, Partner in the Land Development & Government Relations Group, sits down with Melissa Rose, Managing Director at JLL Capital Markets, Americas, to dissect the capital flows powering the local market. They combine their decades-long experience facilitating deals in South Florida real estate to offer insightful observations on new capital entering the market and where these investment dollars are headed.2022-07-1109 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastReal Estate Lending in the New South Florida Market with Linkvest Capital & LV LendingWith the rapid growth of South Florida’s real estate market has come a flurry of lending activity in the region. One of the more marked trends in the current investment cycle has been the increasing prominence of non-traditional lenders fueling local deals and driving development. In this interview, Jake Greenberg, an attorney in Bilzin Sumberg’s Litigation Group, sits down with Camilo Niño, CEO and Founding Partner of Linkvest Capital and LV Lending, to discuss the recent lending activity of non-traditional lenders and how they are shaping the development of South Florida.2022-06-2810 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastFollowing the Money: Investing in South Florida’s Booming Real Estate with Daniel Matz from NewmarkWith investment dollars pouring into South Florida real estate from all over the country, new entrants and prospective investors are often wondering what trends are emerging from this exciting boom. In this interview, David Resnick, a Partner in Bilzin Sumberg’s Corporate & Finance Group, and Daniel Matz, Senior Managing Director at Newmark, discuss the growing opportunities for capital deployment in the region. Together, they use their respective business and financial insights to shed light on the rise of new asset classes, the transformation of specific neighborhoods, and the diversification of financiers entering the market.2022-06-2812 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastClimate Change Issues to Have on Your Radar in 20222022 promises to be full of developments concerning climate change that will affect both the Florida business community and companies nationwide. From municipal and county strategies designed to improve the resiliency of local communities, to prospective federal regulations on the climate-related disclosures that public corporations must make, it’s more important than ever for interested parties to monitor the evolving landscape relating to climate change and resiliency issues. In this interview, John Chibbaro, Partner in Bilzin Sumberg’s Environmental Group, and Benjamin Mitchel, an attorney in Bilzin Sumberg’s Litigation Group, discuss the climate change issues on the horizon that will compel...2022-03-1711 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastWill there be baseball in 2022? An update on the MLB lockout.In one of the largest developments in professional sports in years, the 2022 baseball season is in jeopardy because of the Major League Baseball Lockout. In this podcast, litigation attorneys Scott Wagner and Kenneth Duvall walk listeners through the areas of dispute, at the heart of the lockout, on the collective bargaining agreements and some of the legal issues involved in negotiations over new agreements. Scott and Ken also discuss the recent lawsuit filed against MLB challenging the MLB’s century-old antitrust exemption. Listen in to learn about what the different stakeholders are demanding and possible developments that may come out of...2022-02-0717 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastNCAA v. Alston: A Changing Landscape for College SportsThe Supreme Court recently handed down a decision that will have major implications for the college sports industry. The case of NCAA vs. Alston represents an important antitrust development that will compel rules changes and new business practices surrounding student-athletes’ ability to profit off their names, images, likeness. In this interview, Scott Wagner, a Partner in Bilzin Sumberg’s Litigation Group, and Brian Trujillo, an attorney in Bilzin Sumberg’s Litigation Group, discuss the background of this case and the implications of this ruling moving forward for college sports programs and student-athletes.2021-11-0516 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastClimate Change Momentum: The Increasing Pressure on Corporate America to Address Climate RisksThe Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently announced that it is accepting public comments on potential mandated disclosures related to climate change issues. This development reflects a growing trend among companies and governmental entities to consider climate-change related disclosures in company communications to investors. In this interview, Phil Stein, head of Bilzin Sumberg’s Litigation Group, and Benjamin Mitchel, an attorney in Bilzin Sumberg’s Litigation Group, discuss what the SEC’s increasing focus on this issue portends for public companies.2021-08-0512 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastHigher Education Adjusts to COVID-19 and the Post-Pandemic WorldThroughout the COVID-19 pandemic, institutions of higher learning have found themselves facing a host of challenges. Some of them are novel, while others have become more pronounced as a result of the pandemic. In this interview, Phil Stein, head of Bilzin Sumberg’s Litigation Group, and Brianna Sainte, an attorney in Bilzin Sumberg’s Litigation Group, discuss some of the important issues faced by colleges and universities, including the proliferation of tuition refund cases brought on by the pandemic and the broader issue of data privacy and security in light of the rise of remote learning, as well as the stea...2021-07-2914 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastTax Considerations for a Move to the Sunshine StateJennifer Wioncek, Partner in Bilzin Sumberg’s Tax & Private Wealth Group, and Lauren Kurtz, Attorney in Bilzin Sumberg’s Tax & Private Wealth Group, discuss the planning considerations that potential and recent movers to Florida should think about it with a focus on tax and estate planning matters.2021-07-1314 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastEpisode 5: Environmental Implications of Adaptive ReuseEnvironmental attorneys Howard Nelson and John Chibbaro walk through the unique environmental aspects of adaptive reuse projects. They offer a big picture overview of the issues involved and legislative developments while also delving into specific types of adaptive reuse projects in South Florida, such as golf course conversions.2021-05-0721 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastEpisode 4: Moving Upriver: The Story of Adaptive Reuse along the Miami RiverJavier Aviñó, Practice Group Leader for Bilzin Sumberg’s Land Development & Government Relations Group, and Anthony De Yurre, Partner in Bilzin Sumberg’s Land Development & Government Relations Group, discuss the major developments happening along the Miami River. They cover Miami’s origins along the river, how the character of adjacent developments and its usage have changed over time, and the growing diversity of uses taking place on its banks while maintaining its environmental integrity.2021-05-0611 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastTransit Oriented Development & Rapid Transit Zones in Miami-Dade CountyStanley Price, Chair of Bilzin Sumberg’s Land Development & Government Relations Group, and Javier Aviñó, Practice Group Leader for Bilzin Sumberg’s Land Development & Government Relations Group, discuss the historic evolution, current state, and future prospects of transit-oriented development in Miami-Dade County. They address the economic, social, and political dimensions of mass transit in the County along with the system’s adjoining real estate developments (“Rapid Transit Zones”). They conclude with laying out what they see as the future of transit-oriented development in Miami-Dade County.2021-05-0614 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastEpisode 3: Wynwood: The Quintessential Miami TurnaroundCarly Grimm and Jennifer Fine, attorneys in Bilzin Sumberg’s Land Development & Government Relations Group, discuss Wynwood’s take off as one of Miami’s most popular neighborhoods while highlighting how adaptive reuse has been a pivotal part of its transformation. They cover Wynwood’s history, the unique land use and zoning initiatives defining it, and where the neighborhood is headed in the years to come.2021-05-0412 minThe Bilzin Sumberg LawcastEpisode 2: Coral Gables: Where Adaptive Reuse and Historic Preservation MeetLand Use & Government Relations attorneys Javier Aviñó and Anthony De Yurre discuss adaptive reuse and historic preservation in one of Miami-Dade County’s most iconic historic neighborhoods, Coral Gables. They cover the City of Coral Gables’ use of adaptive reuse to preserve its signature Mediterranean architecture, the City’s incentives and bonuses for adaptive reuse, and what’s on the horizon for real estate development in Coral Gables.2021-04-2214 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastEpisode 2: Foreclosures and Bankruptcy in the Age of COVIDBilzin Sumberg attorneys Jeffrey Snyder and Jake Greenberg discuss the nuances of foreclosures and bankruptcy as the economy emerges from the coronavirus pandemic and grapples with its fallout. They cover current developments related to this area of the law, and conduct a deep dive into a case with key takeaways for both lenders and business owners.2021-03-3011 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastHouse Bill 969 and Senate Bill 1734: Game Changers for Data Privacy in FloridaBilzin Sumberg attorneys Kelly Ruane Melchiondo and Philip R. Stein discuss the implications of Florida House Bill 969 and Senate Bill 1734, which would dramatically reshape the ways businesses operating in Florida could collect and handle consumer data. They cover what is in the proposed bills, how they would affect Florida's business community, and what companies should do now to prepare for the law.2021-03-1511 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastAllapattah: The Next Big TransformationListen to land use and zoning attorneys Javier F. Aviñó and Carly S. Grimm discuss the big changes happening in one of Miami’s historic neighborhoods, Allapattah. Hear about recent developments in Allapattah, the trends that are shaping its future, and the role of adaptive reuse in its accelerating transformation.2021-02-2609 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastImpending Wave of Distressed Assets & Common Types of Related DisputesLitigation Practice Group Leader Phil Stein discusses the impending wave in distressed assets, types of disputes that commonly arise when an asset goes into distress, and lessons from the last recession.2021-02-1911 min
The Bilzin Sumberg LawcastThe Bilzin Sumberg LawcastThe dizzying pace of change in today’s global economy has led to an explosion of opportunity, but also myriad challenges. As individuals, companies, and institutions navigate an ever more dynamic and complicated world, they rely on the knowledge and experience of trusted counselors to help show them the way. The Bilzin Sumberg Lawcast serves as a repository of timely legal and business insight, allowing actors across the public, private, and non-profit sectors, both domestic and international, to understand what they need to know now and what’s coming tomorrow.2021-01-1401 min