Legal Listening: The Fox Rothschild Llp Podcast

In this inaugural episode of our new IP podcast series, we take a career journey with members of our Intellectual Property Department who have made the transition from the scientific sector to a law firm. Michael Glynn, Ph.D.,. a partner in our Intellectual Property Department, is joined by patent agents Michael Mattoni and Linda Foit, as well as former patent agent and current associate, Joe Chen. All four, who each hold a Ph.D. in various areas of science, explore the commonalities between applied science and their work in IP law and share the personal story of their career path that led them to Fox Rothschild.

Episode Three: Intimacy Talk Challenges related to physical intimacy can be a catalyst for other issues within a relationship. In this episode, intimacy counselor Sarah Fraser joins host Eliana Baer to discuss how she sees the complex and often taboo issue manifest in traditional Jewish marriages in her work. Sarah, who is the founder of Secrets of Jewish Women, an organization that works with Jewish couples to enhance intimacy, also shares her career journey from hairdresser to intimacy therapist, and how her unorthodox introduction to Orthodox Judaism gives her a fresh and relatable approach to discussing sensitive topics. The pair also explore education as a means to destigmatize the physical aspect of intimacy in Orthodox relationships.

Episode Twenty: Pitfalls and Perils - Employee Retention Credit Enforcement Trends With three years’ worth of legislative changes impacting the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) program, a host of complex eligibility rules and predatory third-party promoters, it’s no surprise that enforcement is on the rise against those who sought the refundable tax credit. In this insightful discussion, Matt Adams, Co-Chair of Fox Rothschild’s White-Collar Criminal Defense & Regulatory Compliance Practice Group, is joined by Matthew Walsh, C.P.A. and a Market Leader in Withum’s COVID-19 Financial Assistance Services Practice, and Jessica Hollobaugh, a Partner and Market Leader in the Forensics Investigations and White-Collar Criminal Defense Practice at Withum.

Episode Two: Sexual Abuse Prevention Talk Explored through the lens of Orthodox Jewish communities, host Eliana Baer and guest Rahel Bayar tackle the difficult conversation of sexual abuse of children. A former prosecutor who dealt with sex crimes and child abuse, Rahel is the founder and CEO of the Bayar Group, which provides sexual abuse and harassment prevention training for schools, camps and other organizations. Eliana’s and Rahel’s discussion is meaningful for parents and communities everywhere. They examine signs of grooming and boundary crossing, dispel myths about abusers and highlight the critical need for more education and increased training on this sensitive topic in the legal system. The episode also looks at the unique challenges to preventing child sexual abuse faced by insulated religious communities.

Episode Nineteen: The Fifth Amendment & Its Role in Parallel Proceedings In this informative and engaging episode, Matt Adams, Co-Chair of Fox Rothschild’s White-Collar Criminal Defense & Regulatory Compliance Practice Group, and Jack Siegal, a partner who recently joined the firm’s Boston office, discuss what must be considered before defendants invoke their Fifth Amendments rights when in the crosshairs of criminal and civil investigations. Matt and Jack also share some of their personal experiences with parallel proceedings and how they navigate clients through the rules, ethics and other factors to guide them toward the best possible outcome.

Episode One: Get Refusal Talk Domestic abuse comes in all forms, and in the Jewish faith, it can potentially manifest as a “Get refusal,” where a husband refuses to release the spouse and free them to remarry. In this inaugural episode, Eliana is joined by Keshet Starr, Executive Director of the Organization for Resolution of Agunot (ORA), a nonprofit organization that seeks to eliminate abuse from the Jewish divorce process, with a particular focus on advocacy for the timely and unconditional issuance of a Get. They explore the causes for and solutions to resolving Get refusals within the Orthodox Jewish community and explain the critical role that an experienced legal team can play in guiding the process.

Episode Eighteen: A Deep Dive Into Antitrust Violations and the Procurement Collusion Strike Force Unwittingly walking into an antitrust violation can be easier than it seems. In our latest podcast episode, listen as Fox Rothschild partners Ryan Becker and Kristen Broz explore the recent spike in enforcement activity by the Justice Department’s Procurement Collusion Strike Force. The duo also share PCSF’s upcoming priorities, as well as offer tips to government contractors to help avoid actions that could potentially violate the Sherman Antitrust Act.

ESG-related consumer protection class actions are an increasing trend in federal courts. Maureen Mitchell, a partner in Fox Rothschild’s Environmental Litigation Practice, joins podcast host David Colvin, Co-Chair of the firm’s ESG Practice Group, for a deep dive into a recent case before the Superior Court of the District of Columbia: Earth Island Institute v. The Coca-Cola Company. This must-listen episode also explores the reasons for the uptick in ESG litigation alleging violations of consumer protection statutes and suggests best practices for companies looking to minimize risk when publicizing their ethos on environmental sustainability.

Episode Four With a recession looming, learn how and why communication with stakeholders can help companies minimize legal risks.

Construction was Eddie Stewart’s first job, and he never looked back. Now President and CEO of Caddell Construction, Eddie shares his insights from 40+ years in the industry with Dirk Haire, Co-Chair of Fox Rothschild’s national Construction Law Practice, and Brian Perlberg of the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). Together, they discuss Eddie’s views on the workforce, inflation and supply chain problems that are plaguing construction, as well what the future holds with the new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. Eddie also explains how stumbling into a mentorship was the best move of his career and gives advice on how to succeed as a construction executive.

New Department of Labor regulations go into effect on January 30, 2023 that permit plan fiduciaries to consider ESG factors in retirement plans. José Jara, counsel in Fox Rothschild’s ERISA Litigation Practice, joins podcast host David Colvin, Co-Chair of the firm’s ESG Practice Group, to break down these new regs, titled “Prudence and Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments and Exercising Shareholder Rights.”

Episode Three Episode three discusses why boards and officers need to be particularly thoughtful about the topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion, or DEI. Stephanie and John will explain how DEI presents a truly unique set of legal concerns because companies can be faulted both for doing too little or for doing too much.

Episode Seventeen: The IRS Annual Dirty Dozen List: Avoiding Tax Scams and Schemes Dig into the IRS 2022 “Dirty Dozen” list of nefarious tax schemes with Matt Adams and Matt Lee, Co-Chairs of the firm’s White-Collar Criminal Defense and Regulatory Compliance Practice. They discuss these potential traps for the unwary, highlight current enforcement patterns and share other fraud trends on the horizon.

Episode Two Resnick and Fuller focus on the potential legal liabilities in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. Together they discuss how the change in reproductive health law will impact company decisions on corporate culture and employee benefits, and the risks for directors and officers as they seek to adapt. A podcast series in collaboration with PLUS.

Listen as David Colvin and Karen Davis, Co-Chairs of Fox Rothschild’s Environmental, Social & Governance Practice Group, explore how local and national laws intersect with stakeholder desires in the ESG realm. Together, they theorize and discuss the future of ESG in the United States based on recent news and data.

The construction industry is often a family affair. Tracy Hart, President of Tarlton Corporation, shares how she grew in the industry, from attending AGC conferences during family vacations to running a construction company once owned by her grandfather. Interviewed by Dirk Haire, Co-Chair of Fox Rothschild’s national Construction Law Practice, and Brian Perlberg of the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), the trio explore how current events shape the future of construction and how the industry continues to morph and pivot in today’s economic environment.

Episode Sixteen: An Appealing Conversation: Insights From a Former Court of Appeals Judge Podcast guest Marsha Piccone, Co-Chair of Fox Rothchild’s Appellate Practice and a former judge on the Colorado Court of Appeals, is well-versed in the process. She joins host Matt Adams, Co-Chair of the firm’s White-Collar Criminal Defense and Regulatory Compliance Practice, for a discussion on how to think a few steps ahead and establish a record that will come in handy down the road.

Episode One Resnick and Fuller focus on two shareholder lawsuits that illustrate the impact of COVID on the responsibilities of board members and how the unprecedented disruptions brought on by the pandemic can be used against Directors and Officers. A podcast series in collaboration with PLUS.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Erika Levin joins host Sahara Pynes to discuss how Erika’s Brazilian roots inform and enhance her practice.

Episode Fifteen: Compliance: On the Minds of In-House Counsel This episode, which will resonate with listeners regardless of the industry in which they may operate, features Ricardo Solano, Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer at CareOne. He joins host Matt Adams, Co-Chair of the firm’s White-Collar Criminal Defense and Regulatory Compliance Practice, to discuss the complex patchwork of legal, ethical and professional standards in-house counsel navigates on a daily basis.