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“If partners do not have clear terms to avoid a deadlock, Florida courts may appoint a receiver or a custodian, or alternatively, order the purchase of the petitioning partner’s interest as an alternative to judicial dissolution,” said Fort Lauderdale partner Harsh Arora, Esq. to the Daily Business Review with “pro tips” for real estate companies negotiating operating agreements to avoid deadlocks and threats of judicial dissolution in Florida courts. “Given the state of the commercial real estate market in Florida, it is prudent to have the right strategy with the discussed applicable provisions in governing documents that meet the long-term and short-term objectives of all partners involved.” To help with this, Arora detailed seven considerations and provisions to weigh in partnership arrangements throughout the article. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eZi87C29

Dallas partner Sean McKenna will speak at the 2024 Healthcare Delivery and Innovation Conference in Chicago on September 26 on the panel, “What Every Healthcare Provider Needs to Know about Whistleblowers and Mitigating Recovery Liability.” The panel will examine previous notable healthcare cases involving whistleblowers, best practices when handling matters with whistleblowers and law enforcement agencies, conducting both internal audits and investigations, responding to external audits and investigations, and much more. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eAMdm53Z

On Sept. 5, the Framework Convention on AI—the first global treaty on AI safety—was opened for signature. Key players like the U.S., EU, and U.K. have signed, signaling a major step toward AI regulation across sectors. U.S. companies using AI systems should prepare for key requirements, including: Human Rights Protections: Ensuring AI systems don’t infringe on privacy or due process rights Transparency & Documentation: Maintaining detailed records of AI decision-making processes Complaint Mechanisms: Establishing ways for individuals to challenge AI-driven decisions The FTC and other regulators will enforce compliance, with sectors like finance and healthcare likely facing faster oversight. Read more: https://lnkd.in/esf2YG9s The Nelson Mullins #AI Task Force (Jason Epstein, Mallory Acheson, CIPP-E, CIPM, FIP, Franklin Chou, Daniel Lumm, Geof Vickers, Steve Augustino, John Heitmann, Michael Nemcik, Tony Laurentano, ]Johnathan H. Taylor, Joe Damon, Leslie Green, Jackson Parese, Jack Pringle, CIPP-US, Stephanie Nakash, Richard Levin, Kevin Tran, and Bobby Wenner) will continue to cover domestic and international matters across various industries spanning both the public and private sectors.

Atlanta Partner Holly Hempel and associate Kendra Talley spoke on mitigating premises liability risks as guests on "Slip and Fall Incidents in Nonprofit Facilities: Best Practices and Response Strategies," an episode of the Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta (PBPA) Podcast on Aug. 22. Holly and Kendra walked listeners through how a slip and fall accident, a legal claim generally called “premises liability," may seem like a minor concern or something that could never happen at their facility but may be more common than they realize. These accidents can lead to serious injuries, costly legal battles, and significant disruptions to any organization’s mission. Whether you're a nonprofit leader, a facilities manager, or a concerned volunteer, tune in for guidance on what to do before and after a slip and fall incident to minimize risk: https://lnkd.in/e8NPqcwY

Nelson Mullins has been recognized for the first time by the Latin Lawyer 250 in the Rankings' 2025 edition. Latin Lawyer 250 recognizes law firms operating at the peak of Latin America's legal market. The firm was recognized as a "Recommended" firm as International Counsel in Corporate and M&A. Nelson Mullins’ Latin American and Caribbean Practice Team represents clients on a wide variety of corporate and financing transactions throughout the region. Headed by New York and Miami-based partners Leandro Vivarelli Molina and John F. Haley, the team features fluent Spanish and Portuguese-speaking attorneys with more than 150 years of combined experience assisting clients in Latin America and the Caribbean. The firm’s growing LatAm practice, based in Miami, has seen significant growth in project finance, venture capital, fund formation, private equity and M&A work, particularly with Brazilian clients, and in buy-side and sell-side M&A engagements in Central America. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eVs-aCQF

While you may be surprised to see content about The Smiths come across the Nelson Mullins' page, Charleston Office Managing Partner John McElwaine delves deeper into the band's recent trademark dispute and the proactive and preventative legal measures The Smiths could have taken to protect all members' interests post-breakup. The band's case serves as a strong reminder of the need to address intellectual property rights early on.

As the summer days begin to fade and the cooler weather of fall comes sweeping in, it only means one thing: it is time to start preparing to apply for Florida’s – young – Multifamily Middle Market (also known as “Missing Middle”) property tax exemption. This exemption offers a tax discount for qualifying developments providing affordable housing. Depending on income levels, the discount is either 75% or 100% of the assessed value of eligible units. Developments must be newly constructed within the last five years and have at least 71 units, with tenants earning up to 120% of the area median income (AMI). Learn more and note key dates in the latest Client Alert: https://lnkd.in/eFDGmXSn If you have any questions about the Missing Middle property tax exemption, including how to accurately complete Florida Housing’s MMM Certification Notice and file the Missing Middle property tax exemption application with your local property appraiser’s office, please get in touch with your Nelson Mullins contact, or reach out to Nicholas Heckman, Hollie Croft, or Roman Petra, Esq., CCIM, CRE.

Jarrett Coco is a member of the firm’s electronic discovery division, Encompass. His legal practice focuses on e-discovery and litigation readiness, pharmaceutical and medical device litigation, commercial litigation, information governance, and records and document management. Coco’s legal practice has earned him recognitions such as The Best Lawyers in America Ones to Watch in commercial litigation.

Nelson Mullins is among 84 law firms named “Most Feared in Litigation” in The Mad Clientist by The BTI Consulting Group, up from 62 firms last year—signifying a marked increase in aggressive litigation across the country. In BTI’s Litigation Outlook 2025 report, Nelson Mullins was named in the following notable categories: "Litigation Leaders" Product Liability Commercial Litigation “Litigation Distinguished” IP Litigation Complex Employment Complex Commercial “Litigation Standouts” Class Action Cybersecurity Employment

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Nelson Mullins and the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee proudly honor the rich cultural contributions, history, and achievements of the Hispanic and Latino communities.   We celebrate the diversity that strengthens our society and the legal profession, and we remain committed to fostering inclusion and supporting the advancement of Hispanic and Latino voices in law and beyond.