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Tripp Scott's Paul May Elected President-Elect of the Broward County Bar Association Young Lawyers Section
Tripp Scott, P.A. is proud to announce that Paul May, an associate with the firm, has been elected president-elect of the Broward County Bar Association's Young Lawyers Section. Paul’s term is June 29, 2024 – June 28, 2025.
Tripp Scott’s Marianna Seiler DeJager Elected to Board of Directors of Historic Stranahan House Museum
Tripp Scott today announced that Marianna Seiler DeJager, a director with the law firm, has been elected to the Historic Stranahan House Museum Board of Directors.
Tripp Scott's Douglas Reynolds elected to FFLA Board
Douglas Reynolds, a director at Tripp Scott, has been elected to serve a three-year term commencing July 1, 2024 as a member of the board of directors of FFLA Inc., formally known as the Florida Bar Foundation.
How US changes to ‘noncompete’ agreements and overtime pay could affect workers
NEW YORK (AP) — For millions of American workers, the federal government took two actions this week that could bestow potentially far-reaching benefits.
CHARLES TATELBAUM IS ELECTED AS A DIRECTOR OF THE HUNDRED CLUB OF BROWARD COUNTY
Charles (Chuck) Tatelbaum, a director at the law firm of Tripp Scott, and chair of its bankruptcy and creditors’ rights practice group, has been elected to a position as a member of the Board of Directors of The Hundred Club of Broward County.
Tripp Scott's Rachel Chaimowiz Named Estate Planning CouncilMember of the Year
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 2, 2024 – Tripp Scott today announced that Rachel Chaimowiz, an associate with the law firm, has been named Broward County Estate Planning Council Member of the Year.
CLIENT ALERT: Future of Corporate Transparency Act Unclear: Navigating Uncertain Requirements
As of January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires all entities formed or registered to do business in the United States, absent qualifying for an exemption, to furnish a beneficial ownership information (BOI) report containing information about the entity’s “beneficial owners” to the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes and Enforcement Network (FinCEN).
Tripp Scott's Ed Pozzuoli Named One of Florida Trend’s Florida 500
Ed Pozzuoli, CEO of Tripp Scott, was named one of Florida Trend’s Florida 500. He has been named to the list for the past six years.
Tripp Scott Named to Sun-Sentinel Best Places to Work
The South Florida companies chosen for recognition were determined through employee surveys conducted by Energage. The surveys measured such qualities as company leadership, communication, career growth, working environment, managerial skills, pay and benefits. To qualify as a "Best Place to Work" and meet the standards of a Top Workplace, Tripp Scott scored very high on the survey that was conducted.
Tripp Scott Names Two New Directors
Tripp Scott today announced that Thomas Sternberg has been promoted to administrative director, and Stephanie Mazzola has been promoted to director. Both attorneys were previously with the firm.
Tripp Scott Quarterbacks The Auction Of Johnny Unitas Memorabilia At The Super Bowl
At this year's Super Bowl to be held on February 11, in conjunction with the NFL and Hunt Auctions, as part of the fan experience in Las Vegas, on Saturday, February 10, immediately prior to the Super Bowl, unique and valuable Johnny Unitas memorabilia will be auctioned in person and one line to the public.
Tripp Scott Director Chuck Tatelbaum IN THE NEWS
Chuck weighs in on the NY Post article by Mary K. Jacob, “Inside the $41 million mansion fight that led to Donald Trump’s fallout with Jeffrey Epstein.”
Manooch T. Azizi Joins Mission UnitedAdvisory Council of United Way of Broward County
Tripp Scott today announced that Manooch Thomas Azizi, an associate attorney with the law firm and a United States Navy veteran, is now a member of the Mission United Advisory Council ("MISSION UNITED") of the United Way of Broward County. He was also elected Chair of the Legal Committee for MISSION UNITED.
CLIENT ALERT: NAVIGATING THE CORPORATE TRANSPARENCY ACT:WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW COME JANUARY 1, 2024
Starting January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) will require all entities formed or registered to do business in the United States, absent qualifying for an exemption, to furnish a beneficial ownership information (BOI) report containing information about the entity’s “beneficial owners” to the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes and Enforcement Network (FinCEN).
Corporate Advantage of Section 199A Set To Expire
With the enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), significant changes were introduced in the U.S. tax landscape. One of these prominent changes was the reduction of the corporate tax rate from 35% to 21%.
Tripp Scott’s Paul Lopez Honored by Florida Panthers
Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Oct. 16, 2023 Tripp Scott today announced that Paul Lopez, chief operating officer and a director with the firm, was recognized by the Florida Panthers as part of their Celebration of Hispanic Excellence in the area of business and non-profit. The award is a result of Paul's years of commitment to the community, through both his time and charitable efforts.
The Majority of Americans Are Frustrated with Economy, Border, Immigration, Crime, Weaponized Government
Ed Pozzouli, CEO of the Florida-based law firm Tripp Scott, and former chair of the Republican Party in Broward County Florida says, America is 13 months away from our next election. It will determine if we can keep this democratic republic.
CLIENT ALERT: Proposed New Department Of Labor Rule Could Be Costly
On September 8, 2023, the Federal Register published the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to Define and Delimit the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees.
CLIENT ALERT: Bumpy Road Ahead For Credit Grantors - Now Is The Time To Prepare
While the focus of the Federal Reserve has been on lowering inflation to its "self-created" inflation rate of 2%, little has been publicized about the consequences facing both businesses and consumers as a result of the increased borrowing rates of interest.
Tripp Scott Attorneys Named Receivers In Multi-Million Dollar Ponzi Case
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 11, 2023 – Tripp Scott announced today that Paul Lopez, COO of the law firm, and Jennifer Wahba, associate, were named receivers for Royal Bengal Logistics by Judge Raag Singhal of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida (the Federal Court). In addition, the firm, and Charles Tatelbaum, a director with the firm were named counsel to the Receivers.
Tripp Scott Attorney Joshua T. Needell Elected to the Board of Directors of Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida
Tripp Scott announces that Joshua T. Needell, an attorney with the law firm, has been elected to the board of directors of Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida.
CORPORATE TRANSPARENCY ACT ON HOLD - TEMPORARILY
The reporting requirement of entities to file a Beneficial Ownership Information Report (“BOIR”) under the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) and the ability of the Financial Crimes and Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) to enforce the reporting requirement is currently suspended nationwide following a preliminary injunction issued on December 3, 2024.
Tripp Scott Congratulates Senator Marco Rubio
In the past few months, we've had the honor of hosting America's best for conversations in our Politics & Sunshine live events and podcasts, some of whom have been called to serve in President Trump's cabinet. We'd like to congratulate those nominees.
Tripp Scott Congratulates Tulsi Gabbard
In the past few months, we've had the honor of hosting America's best for conversations in our Politics & Sunshine live events and podcasts, some of whom have been called to serve in President Trump's cabinet. We'd like to congratulate those nominees.
Tripp Scott Congratulates Pete Hegseth
In the past few months, we've had the honor of hosting America's best for conversations in our Politics & Sunshine live events and podcasts, some of whom have been called to serve in President Trump's cabinet. We'd like to congratulate those nominees.
Tripp Scott Congratulates Rep. Mike Waltz
In the past few months, we've had the honor of hosting America's best for conversations in our Politics & Sunshine live events and podcasts, some of whom have been called to serve in President Trump's cabinet. We'd like to congratulate those nominees.
Tripp Scott's Ed Pozzuoli Named Oneof Florida Trend’s Florida 500
Tripp Scott announces that Ed Pozzuoli, CEO of Tripp Scott, was named one of Florida Trend’s Florida 500. He has been named to the list for the past seven years.
Florida 500 is a special section of Florida Trend Magazine that highlights the 500 most influential executives in different economic sectors throughout the state. This immense, year-long research initiative by the editors of Florida Trend has resulted in a personal, engaging look at the state's most influential business leaders.
CLIENT ALERT:Six-month Extension for BOIR Filing
FinCEN has provided a 6-month extension for certain entities to file their initial or amended beneficial ownership information report (“BOIR”) under the Corporate Transparency Act due to the effect of Hurricane Milton.
CLIENT ALERT: BEWARE -- LANDLORDS FACE A $1.5 TRILLION COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE MATURITY WALL
As recently reported by the American Bankruptcy Institute, the preeminent nonpartisan think tank on bankruptcy and insolvency issues, landlords for offices, apartment complexes and other commercial real estate (including retail stand-alone and shopping centers) have $1.5 trillion of debt due by the end of next year.
Tripp Scott's Ed Pozzuoli Discusses Presidential Election issues on WPLG Local 10's "This Week in South Florida" Roundtable
Tripp Scott's Ed Pozzuoli appeared on WPLG Local 10's "This Week in South Florida" political roundtable with host Janine Stanwood just hours before President Biden withdrew from the election.