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Chair and Chief Operating Officer: Robert Grammig
Managing Partner: David Whitestone
Deputy Managing Partner: Tiffani Lee
Number of Partners: 1,133
Number of 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:
Founded in 1968, Holland & Knight is a global law firm with approximately 2,200 lawyers and other professionals in 34 offices, including 29 U.S. offices, along with offices in Algiers, Algeria; Bogotá, Colombia; London; Mexico City and Monterrey, Mexico. Among the nation's largest law firms, we provide representation in business, governmental, healthcare, litigation and real estate law. Interdisciplinary practice groups and industry-based teams provide clients with access to attorneys throughout the firm, regardless of location.
Holland & Knight offers decades of experience in an array of industries, businesses and government organizations, which results in helping clients identify and capture opportunities while mitigating risk and liability. The firm is also well-positioned to guide domestic and global corporations in navigating U.S. government policy changes. Our established relationships with key policymakers, regulatory and legislative experience, and advocacy strategies greatly benefits clients and provides an additional avenue to successfully resolve matters.
Service without boundaries: The firm is organized into five practice sections: business, government, healthcare, litigation and real estate. Through integrated practice groups and industry-based teams, we can provide efficient and responsive legal representation anywhere in the world. We serve based on needs, not merely location. Our interdisciplinary approach helps to ensure that domestic and international clients have access to the lawyers with the most appropriate experience.
As a full-service firm, Holland & Knight offers our global clients an array of services to meet and exceed their business objectives, including:
Banking and financial services: Holland & Knight's banking and finance practice is as diverse as the needs of the clients it serves. Clients in all segments of the finance and financial services industry count on the skill, knowledge and experience of our firm to assist them in their important transactions, controversies, regulatory, governmental affairs and other matters. These clients include global banks, large U.S. domestic and regional banks, insurance companies, asset managers, private equity groups, trust companies, community banks, servicing companies, financial technology (FinTech) and emerging products and services.
Corporate, M&A and securities: Holland & Knight advises public and private companies in a broad range of domestic and international corporate transactions, financings and securities law matters.
Energy: Holland & Knight provides a full array of legal services to the energy sector in the U.S. and abroad. The firm's energy attorneys and professionals work in all areas of energy-related regulatory, legislative, transactional and litigation matters, as well as the world's newest, most innovative energy opportunities.
Healthcare and life sciences: As the largest healthcare and life sciences practices in the U.S., the firm represents the full scope of healthcare-related businesses in all aspects of their regulatory issues and operations. Clients range from all providers along the care continuum, managed care companies and health plans to pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms and medical device manufacturers.
Intellectual property: Holland & Knight's IP attorneys have significant experience handling the issues surrounding complex patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret and unfair competition matters. They are experienced in a wide array of technical disciplines, and many hold degrees in areas such as computer and software engineering, electrical engineering and mechanical engineering.
Labor, employment and benefits: Holland & Knight represents management in all areas of labor and employment law, including civil rights, discrimination and retaliation; class actions; labor relations; non-competition, trade secrets and defecting employees; Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), workplace safety and whistleblower claims; Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)/employee benefits and executive compensation; and immigration, nationality and consular law.
Litigation: Holland & Knight has one of the largest litigation practices in the United States. Former federal prosecutors and regulatory officials form a key part of the group, which handles multimillion-dollar class actions, securities litigation, product liability, mass tort cases and white-collar criminal defense.
Public policy and regulation: Holland & Knight's public policy and regulation practice group consists of more than 100 lawyers and other professionals engaged in federal, state and local government affairs, regulatory counseling and related disciplines.
Real estate and land use: Holland & Knight's real estate practice is among the largest of any U.S. law firm. Nearly all of the firm's offices are staffed to provide clients with high-quality local, national and international service when handling the wide variety of issues related to real estate transactions, regulations and litigation.
Tax: Holland & Knight represents clients in all types of taxation matters – international, federal, state and local, employee benefits and executive compensation. The firm's services are preventive and remedial. Clients range from Fortune 100 companies to individuals protecting their personal and business assets.
Transportation: Holland & Knight lawyers serve public and private sector clients operating in the many facets of the transportation industry. The firm's Transportation Team is a recognized international leader and has extensive experience in the areas of aviation, freight rail, infrastructure, maritime and shipping, mass transit and public transportation, and trucking and logistics.
Wealth management: Holland & Knight's Private Wealth Services Group focuses almost exclusively on the needs of high-net-worth clients and estates. It is nationally recognized in fields as diverse as estate and generation-skipping transfer tax planning, sophisticated charitable giving, probate litigation, IRS litigation, life insurance planning, business succession planning, asset protection, international taxation, charitable organizations and private foundations.
A team approach that covers all the bases.
Holland & Knight's industry-focused client teams have significant experience in key sectors, including:
•Energy & Natural Resources
•Finance & Financial Services
•Healthcare & Life Sciences
•Real Estate & Hospitality
•Technology & Telecommunications
•Transportation & Infrastructure
With a one-firm team approach, attorneys collaborate with colleagues across all of the firm's U.S. and international offices and practice areas to efficiently counsel clients. Multidisciplinary teams are designed to comprehensively address the full scope of clients' legal challenges and opportunities.
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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 las Palmas No. 405, Suite 504, Col. Lomas de Chapultepec, Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico City, Ciudad de México, Mexico, 11000View ranked officeMexico CityPaseo de la Reforma No. 342 Piso 28, Col. Juárez, Del. Cuauhtémoc, Mexico City, Ciudad de México, Mexico, 06600View 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
- Atlanta1180 West Peachtree Street, One Atlantic Center, Suite 1800, Atlanta, Georgia, USA, GA 30309View ranked officeWashington, DC800 17th Street, NW, Suite 1100, Washington, DC, District of Columbia, USA, 20006View ranked office
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Joshua Husbands Named New Leader of Holland & Knight in Portland
Holland & Knight has named Joshua Husbands executive partner of the firm's Portland office. Mr. Husbands will oversee the day-to-day management of the office while continuing to manage his practice, which focuses on private wealth services and tax counsel for private companies and their owners.
FinCEN Issues Final Rule on AML/CFT Requirements for Investment Adviser Sector
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a final rule (Final Rule) adding certain registered investment advisers (RIAs) and exempt reporting advisers (ERAs) to the definition of "financial institution" under the regulations implementing the BSA.
A Game Plan for Success: Basic Estate Planning for Student-Athletes
Following changes in state laws, NCAA regulations and other legal action, student-athletes now are able to generate income through name, image and likeness (NIL) deals based on marketing, appearance and licensing fees.
Side-by-Side Comparison of State Private Trust Company Laws Shows Key Advantages by Location
There are numerous laws and regulatory issues to take into account when considering a state in which to form a Private Trust Company (PTC), including requirements around annual reporting, residency of personnel and capital requirements.
Thirty Holland & Knight Attorneys Named Top Private Wealth Advisers by Chambers High Net Worth Guide
Thirty Holland & Knight attorneys have been named leading advisers to wealthy individuals and families in the Chambers High Net Worth 2024 guide.
IRS Proposes to Classify Basket Contracts as a Tax Avoidance Scheme
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and IRS on July 11, 2024, issued proposed regulations that would classify certain basket contract transactions as listed transactions.
Maximize Your Legacy: Take Advantage of the High Estate and Gift Tax Exemption Sunset
As part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), the estate and gift tax exemption was doubled for tax years 2018-2025.
Lawrence Kern Joins Holland & Knight's Private Wealth Services Group in Chicago
CHICAGO (July 1, 2024) – Holland & Knight welcomes Lawrence "Larry" Kern as a partner in the Private Wealth Services Group in Chicago. Also joining Holland & Knight are Associates Jared Dodd and Norbert Isaacs.
Tennessee Trust Bill Takes Effect and Makes Important Changes to the State's Trust Laws
Tennessee enacted a new trust bill effective July 1, 2024, that made several key changes to Tennessee's trust laws as well as an important change to the Tennessee general partnership statute.
IRS Targets Owners of Professional Sports Franchises Regarding Tax Reporting
The IRS recently announced a new enforcement campaign that targets and investigates sports industry partnerships reporting significant tax losses.
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.
Joshua Husbands Named New Leader of Holland & Knight in Portland
Holland & Knight has named Joshua Husbands executive partner of the firm's Portland office. Mr. Husbands will oversee the day-to-day management of the office while continuing to manage his practice, which focuses on private wealth services and tax counsel for private companies and their owners.
FinCEN Issues Final Rule on AML/CFT Requirements for Investment Adviser Sector
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a final rule (Final Rule) adding certain registered investment advisers (RIAs) and exempt reporting advisers (ERAs) to the definition of "financial institution" under the regulations implementing the BSA.
A Game Plan for Success: Basic Estate Planning for Student-Athletes
Following changes in state laws, NCAA regulations and other legal action, student-athletes now are able to generate income through name, image and likeness (NIL) deals based on marketing, appearance and licensing fees.
Side-by-Side Comparison of State Private Trust Company Laws Shows Key Advantages by Location
There are numerous laws and regulatory issues to take into account when considering a state in which to form a Private Trust Company (PTC), including requirements around annual reporting, residency of personnel and capital requirements.
Thirty Holland & Knight Attorneys Named Top Private Wealth Advisers by Chambers High Net Worth Guide
Thirty Holland & Knight attorneys have been named leading advisers to wealthy individuals and families in the Chambers High Net Worth 2024 guide.
IRS Proposes to Classify Basket Contracts as a Tax Avoidance Scheme
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and IRS on July 11, 2024, issued proposed regulations that would classify certain basket contract transactions as listed transactions.
Maximize Your Legacy: Take Advantage of the High Estate and Gift Tax Exemption Sunset
As part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), the estate and gift tax exemption was doubled for tax years 2018-2025.
Lawrence Kern Joins Holland & Knight's Private Wealth Services Group in Chicago
CHICAGO (July 1, 2024) – Holland & Knight welcomes Lawrence "Larry" Kern as a partner in the Private Wealth Services Group in Chicago. Also joining Holland & Knight are Associates Jared Dodd and Norbert Isaacs.
Tennessee Trust Bill Takes Effect and Makes Important Changes to the State's Trust Laws
Tennessee enacted a new trust bill effective July 1, 2024, that made several key changes to Tennessee's trust laws as well as an important change to the Tennessee general partnership statute.
IRS Targets Owners of Professional Sports Franchises Regarding Tax Reporting
The IRS recently announced a new enforcement campaign that targets and investigates sports industry partnerships reporting significant tax losses.
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.