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Chair and Chief Operating Officer: Robert Grammig
Managing Partner: David Whitestone
Deputy Managing Partner: Tiffani Lee
Latin America Practice Group Co-Chairs: Roberto R. Pupo and J. Raul Cosio
Number of partners: 1,133
Number of other lawyers: 2,131
U.S. Offices: 29
International Offices: 5
Languages:Albanian, Arabic, Bulgarian, Cantonese, Croatian, Danish, English, Farsi, French, German, Greek, Guarani, Gujarti, Haitian Creole, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Macedonian, Mandarin, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Serbian, Shanghainese, Spanish, Swedish, Tamil, Urdu, Vietnamese
Firm Overview:
Holland & Knight is a global law firm with more than 2,200 lawyers and other professionals in 34 offices throughout the world. Attorneys provide representation in litigation, business, healthcare, real estate and governmental law. The Latin America team, with more than 200 attorneys, includes highly experienced multicultural and multilingual attorneys who are dedicated to helping clients succeed in the strategic areas of growth. With offices in Mexico City and Monterrey, Mexico, and Bogotá, Colombia, as well as support from several U.S. offices, the team counsels clients in all aspects of their inbound and outbound Latin America matters, and is regarded for its knowledge of the region's political nuances and legal structures with more than 35 years of representing clients. In addition, Holland & Knight has long-standing relationships with nearly all of the principal law firms throughout Central and South America and the Caribbean.
Main Areas of Practice:
Holland & Knight represents global and Fortune 500 companies, other public corporations, financial and insurance institutions, governmental agencies, emerging companies, startup entrepreneurial enterprises, private companies and major, internationally headquartered businesses.
We provide comprehensive counsel for a broad range of international transactions, including international taxation matters, regulatory and government matters, international arbitration and dispute resolution, commercial and corporate transactions, international finance dealings and international commerce issues.
Primary focus areas include:
·Banking and Financial Services
·Corporate Services
·Mergers and Acquisitions
·Private Equity
·Energy and Natural Resources
·Oil and Gas
·International Arbitration and Litigation
·Nearshoring
·International Trade
·Labor, Employment and Benefit
·Structured Finance and Securitization
·Tax
·Transportation
·Intellectual Property
·Regulatory and Government Affairs
BogotáOffice Contact: Enrique Gómez-Pinzón
Tel: +57.601.745.5720
Email: [email protected]
Mexico City Office Contact: Luis Rubio Barnetche
Tel: +52.55.3602.8000
Email: [email protected]
Monterrey Office Contact: Gabriel Ruiz
Tel: +52.81.8215.7700
Email: [email protected]
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- Miami701 Brickell Avenue Suite 3300 , Miami, Florida, USA, FL 33131
- Web: www.hklaw.com
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- Mexico CityPaseo de la Reforma No. 342 Piso 28, Col. Juárez, Del. Cuauhtémoc, Mexico City, Ciudad de México, Mexico, 06600View ranked officeMexico CityPaseo de las Palmas No. 405, Suite 504, Col. Lomas de Chapultepec, Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico City, Ciudad de México, Mexico, 11000View ranked officeMonterreyRicardo Margáin No. 335, Torre II, Piso 2 Col. Valle del Campestre San Pedro Garza García, N.L. , Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, 66265View ranked office
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Holland & Knight Strengthens Private Wealth Services Group with Three-Lawyer Team in Boston
Holland & Knight has strengthened its Private Wealth Services Group with a team of three attorneys in Boston.
Holland & Knight Bolsters Nonprofit and Tax-Exempt Organizations Team
Holland & Knight has strengthened its Nonprofit and Tax-Exempt Organizations Team with the addition of a five-person group of attorneys and nonprofit professionals.
Holland & Knight Grows International Private Wealth Practice with Addition of David Hryck
David Hryck, an internationally renowned tax, business and private wealth attorney in New York, has joined Holland & Knight as a partner.
Twenty-Five Holland & Knight Attorneys Named Top Private Wealth Advisers by Chambers High Net Worth
Twenty-five Holland & Knight attorneys have been named leading advisers to wealthy individuals and families in the Chambers High Net Worth 2023 guide.
Twenty-Five Holland & Knight Attorneys Named Top Private Wealth Advisers by Chambers High Net Worth
Twenty-five Holland & Knight attorneys have been named leading advisers to wealthy individuals and families in the Chambers High Net Worth 2023 guide.
Twenty-Five Holland & Knight Attorneys Named Top Private Wealth Advisers by Chambers High Net Worth
Twenty-five Holland & Knight attorneys have been named leading advisers to wealthy individuals and families in the Chambers High Net Worth 2023 guide.
Private Wealth Services Partner Bryan Howard Joins Holland & Knight in Nashville
Holland & Knight has strengthened its Private Wealth Services Group with the addition of Bryan Howard as a partner in Nashville.
Tennessee Removes Alternative Measure for Franchise Tax, Creates Automatic Refund Period
Gov. Bill Lee recently signed into law Public Chapter 950, which creates significant changes in how Tennessee's franchise tax is calculated.
Florida's State Sales Tax on Real Property Commercial Leases to Decrease Effective June 1, 2024
The Florida Department of Revenue released Tax Information Publication (TIP) 24A01-02 on April 8, 2024, indicating that the state sales tax rate on the "total rent charged for renting, leasing, or granting a license to use real property ... is reduced from 4.5 percent to 2.0 percent"
Not So Cryptic: IRS Increases Oversight on Cryptocurrency Income Tax Reporting Requirements
In 2025, the IRS will begin increasing its oversight of cryptocurrency transactions by requiring brokers to report investor sales and exchanges tied to such transactions.
CTA Heats Up with New FAQs, Government and Amicus Briefs and New Draft Legislation
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has generated frenetic activity in the Executive, Judicial and Legislative areas recently.
IRS Announces New Campaign to Audit Personal Use of Business Jets
The IRS announced a new campaign to audit high-net-worth taxpayers claiming business deductions for the use of private jets.
FinCEN Proposal for Nonfinanced Purchases of Residential Real Estate and Gratuitous Transfers
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) on Feb. 7, 2024, issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM).
The Corporate Transparency Act: FinCEN Clarifies the Subsidiary Rule Exemption
In response to a frequently asked question issued on Jan. 12, 2024, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) provided a much-needed clarification of the exemption titled "Subsidiary of Certain Exempt Entities" (Subsidiary Exemption).
FinCEN Issues Final Rule Implementing Access and Safeguard Provisions of the CTA
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a final rule on Dec. 21, 2023 (Access Rule), implementing the access and safeguard provisions of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which came into effect Jan. 1, 2024.
Changes to Massachusetts Estate and Income Taxes
Significant changes to the Massachusetts estate tax, capital gains tax and Massachusetts Millionaires Tax were signed into law by Gov. Maura Healey on Oct. 4, 2023.
IRS Announces Sweeping Enforcement Effort Targeting Partnerships
The IRS announced a "sweeping" and "historic" enforcement effort focused on partnerships and is establishing a special group within its Large Business and International (LB&I) Division to focus exclusively on large and complex pass-through entities.
ERC Claim Scrutiny Increases as IRS Provides Opportunities to Limit Exposure for Invalid Claims
Citing rising concern over a "flood" of improper Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims filed by businesses, many with the assistance of ERC claim promoters, the IRS announced on Sept. 14, 2023, that it is pausing the processing of new ERC claims until at least Jan. 1, 2024.
Tennessee Legislature Approves Enhancements to Uniform Trust Code
The Tennessee legislature continues to take action to maintain Tennessee's status as one of the foremost states in which to situs trusts. Recent statutory developments resulted from the practical experiences of trustees, grantors and beneficiaries in the administration of trusts.
IRS Partnership Audits: 5 Must-Dos in 30 Days
With the IRS laser-focused on enforcement, many partnerships will find themselves subject to their first IRS audits under the new procedurally complex partnership audit rules.
DOF Ruling Confirms Property Tax Exemption for Homeless Shelter in a Leasehold Condominium
The New York City Department of Finance (DOF), in responding to a ruling request from Holland & Knight, ruled that a homeless shelter owned and operated by a not-for-profit (NFP) entity is eligible for the Real Property Tax Law tax exemption utilizing a leasehold condominium structure.
Don't Forget IP Rights When Planning an Estate
As highlighted by a recent Trademark Trial & Appeal Board (TTAB) decision, Clementvision, Inc. v. Robert Clement, expressly including intellectual property (IP) rights in an estate plan can prevent complicated issues from arising.
FinCEN Releases Proposed Regulations for Accessing, Safeguarding Beneficial Owner Information
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued proposed regulations (Proposed Regulations) on Dec. 15, 2022, governing the disclosure, access and safeguarding of beneficial ownership information (BOI) required to be submitted....
Money Is Fungible. NFTs Are Not.
"NFTs" are non-fungible tokens that represent an underlying but disassociated asset to which the NFT owner may or may not have rights. They are programmed on smart blockchains, purchased in NFT marketplaces and held in crypto-wallets.
Florida Department of Revenue, FinCEN Issue Filing Extensions After Natural Disasters
In response to the major disaster declarations issued by the U.S. federal government and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issuing related disaster relief by extending tax deadlines for victims of Hurricane Ian, other government agencies have also announced similar relief in order to assist victims
U.S. Senate Approves Highly Anticipated U.S.-Chile Income Tax Treaty
The U.S. Senate, in a vote of 95-2 on June 22, 2023, approved a Resolution of Advice and Consent to ratify the Convention Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Republic of Chile for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion.
Tax Reform and the Potential Impact on Tax-Exempt Organizations
As preparations for tax reform continue in Washington, D.C., it appears increasingly likely that tax reform will have a significant effect on tax-exempt organizations, particularly those exempt under Section 501(c)(3).
FinCEN Expands GTOs and Closes Wire Transfer Loophole
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) continues to expand its Geographic Targeting Orders (GTOs) with respect to beneficial ownership transparency in real estate transactions.
Takeaways from the Tax Court's First Micro-Captive Insurance Ruling
The U.S. Tax Court recently ruled in Avrahami v. Commissioner, the first litigated Tax Court case involving an 831(b) captive insurance company.
U.S. Tax Reform's Main Effects on Real Property Investors and Developers
President Donald Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act into law on December 22, 2017, enacting comprehensive U.S. tax reform with most provisions becoming effective starting on January 1, 2018 (generally until 2025).
Holland & Knight Strengthens Private Wealth Services Group with Three-Lawyer Team in Boston
Holland & Knight has strengthened its Private Wealth Services Group with a team of three attorneys in Boston.
Holland & Knight Bolsters Nonprofit and Tax-Exempt Organizations Team
Holland & Knight has strengthened its Nonprofit and Tax-Exempt Organizations Team with the addition of a five-person group of attorneys and nonprofit professionals.
Holland & Knight Grows International Private Wealth Practice with Addition of David Hryck
David Hryck, an internationally renowned tax, business and private wealth attorney in New York, has joined Holland & Knight as a partner.
Twenty-Five Holland & Knight Attorneys Named Top Private Wealth Advisers by Chambers High Net Worth
Twenty-five Holland & Knight attorneys have been named leading advisers to wealthy individuals and families in the Chambers High Net Worth 2023 guide.
Twenty-Five Holland & Knight Attorneys Named Top Private Wealth Advisers by Chambers High Net Worth
Twenty-five Holland & Knight attorneys have been named leading advisers to wealthy individuals and families in the Chambers High Net Worth 2023 guide.
Twenty-Five Holland & Knight Attorneys Named Top Private Wealth Advisers by Chambers High Net Worth
Twenty-five Holland & Knight attorneys have been named leading advisers to wealthy individuals and families in the Chambers High Net Worth 2023 guide.
Private Wealth Services Partner Bryan Howard Joins Holland & Knight in Nashville
Holland & Knight has strengthened its Private Wealth Services Group with the addition of Bryan Howard as a partner in Nashville.
Tennessee Removes Alternative Measure for Franchise Tax, Creates Automatic Refund Period
Gov. Bill Lee recently signed into law Public Chapter 950, which creates significant changes in how Tennessee's franchise tax is calculated.
Florida's State Sales Tax on Real Property Commercial Leases to Decrease Effective June 1, 2024
The Florida Department of Revenue released Tax Information Publication (TIP) 24A01-02 on April 8, 2024, indicating that the state sales tax rate on the "total rent charged for renting, leasing, or granting a license to use real property ... is reduced from 4.5 percent to 2.0 percent"
Not So Cryptic: IRS Increases Oversight on Cryptocurrency Income Tax Reporting Requirements
In 2025, the IRS will begin increasing its oversight of cryptocurrency transactions by requiring brokers to report investor sales and exchanges tied to such transactions.
CTA Heats Up with New FAQs, Government and Amicus Briefs and New Draft Legislation
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has generated frenetic activity in the Executive, Judicial and Legislative areas recently.
IRS Announces New Campaign to Audit Personal Use of Business Jets
The IRS announced a new campaign to audit high-net-worth taxpayers claiming business deductions for the use of private jets.
FinCEN Proposal for Nonfinanced Purchases of Residential Real Estate and Gratuitous Transfers
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) on Feb. 7, 2024, issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM).
The Corporate Transparency Act: FinCEN Clarifies the Subsidiary Rule Exemption
In response to a frequently asked question issued on Jan. 12, 2024, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) provided a much-needed clarification of the exemption titled "Subsidiary of Certain Exempt Entities" (Subsidiary Exemption).
FinCEN Issues Final Rule Implementing Access and Safeguard Provisions of the CTA
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a final rule on Dec. 21, 2023 (Access Rule), implementing the access and safeguard provisions of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which came into effect Jan. 1, 2024.
Changes to Massachusetts Estate and Income Taxes
Significant changes to the Massachusetts estate tax, capital gains tax and Massachusetts Millionaires Tax were signed into law by Gov. Maura Healey on Oct. 4, 2023.
IRS Announces Sweeping Enforcement Effort Targeting Partnerships
The IRS announced a "sweeping" and "historic" enforcement effort focused on partnerships and is establishing a special group within its Large Business and International (LB&I) Division to focus exclusively on large and complex pass-through entities.
ERC Claim Scrutiny Increases as IRS Provides Opportunities to Limit Exposure for Invalid Claims
Citing rising concern over a "flood" of improper Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims filed by businesses, many with the assistance of ERC claim promoters, the IRS announced on Sept. 14, 2023, that it is pausing the processing of new ERC claims until at least Jan. 1, 2024.
Tennessee Legislature Approves Enhancements to Uniform Trust Code
The Tennessee legislature continues to take action to maintain Tennessee's status as one of the foremost states in which to situs trusts. Recent statutory developments resulted from the practical experiences of trustees, grantors and beneficiaries in the administration of trusts.
IRS Partnership Audits: 5 Must-Dos in 30 Days
With the IRS laser-focused on enforcement, many partnerships will find themselves subject to their first IRS audits under the new procedurally complex partnership audit rules.
DOF Ruling Confirms Property Tax Exemption for Homeless Shelter in a Leasehold Condominium
The New York City Department of Finance (DOF), in responding to a ruling request from Holland & Knight, ruled that a homeless shelter owned and operated by a not-for-profit (NFP) entity is eligible for the Real Property Tax Law tax exemption utilizing a leasehold condominium structure.
Don't Forget IP Rights When Planning an Estate
As highlighted by a recent Trademark Trial & Appeal Board (TTAB) decision, Clementvision, Inc. v. Robert Clement, expressly including intellectual property (IP) rights in an estate plan can prevent complicated issues from arising.
FinCEN Releases Proposed Regulations for Accessing, Safeguarding Beneficial Owner Information
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued proposed regulations (Proposed Regulations) on Dec. 15, 2022, governing the disclosure, access and safeguarding of beneficial ownership information (BOI) required to be submitted....
Money Is Fungible. NFTs Are Not.
"NFTs" are non-fungible tokens that represent an underlying but disassociated asset to which the NFT owner may or may not have rights. They are programmed on smart blockchains, purchased in NFT marketplaces and held in crypto-wallets.
Florida Department of Revenue, FinCEN Issue Filing Extensions After Natural Disasters
In response to the major disaster declarations issued by the U.S. federal government and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issuing related disaster relief by extending tax deadlines for victims of Hurricane Ian, other government agencies have also announced similar relief in order to assist victims
U.S. Senate Approves Highly Anticipated U.S.-Chile Income Tax Treaty
The U.S. Senate, in a vote of 95-2 on June 22, 2023, approved a Resolution of Advice and Consent to ratify the Convention Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Republic of Chile for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion.
Tax Reform and the Potential Impact on Tax-Exempt Organizations
As preparations for tax reform continue in Washington, D.C., it appears increasingly likely that tax reform will have a significant effect on tax-exempt organizations, particularly those exempt under Section 501(c)(3).
FinCEN Expands GTOs and Closes Wire Transfer Loophole
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) continues to expand its Geographic Targeting Orders (GTOs) with respect to beneficial ownership transparency in real estate transactions.
Takeaways from the Tax Court's First Micro-Captive Insurance Ruling
The U.S. Tax Court recently ruled in Avrahami v. Commissioner, the first litigated Tax Court case involving an 831(b) captive insurance company.
U.S. Tax Reform's Main Effects on Real Property Investors and Developers
President Donald Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act into law on December 22, 2017, enacting comprehensive U.S. tax reform with most provisions becoming effective starting on January 1, 2018 (generally until 2025).