Holland & Knight LLP
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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
Firm Overview:
Holland & Knight has one of the largest private wealth practices in the United States and assists high-net-worth clients to attain and maintain their financial and wealth planning goals through sophisticated wealth transfer arrangements. High-net-worth individuals, private equity principals, substantial closely held and family businesses, family offices, charitable organizations, educational institutions, banks and trust companies are among its clients. The firm also handles a significant amount of complex probate, elder abuse and fiduciary misconduct litigation to trial and appeal. Purchases and sales of aircraft and yachts, art finance and virtual currency also are among its services.
Main Areas of Practice:
Wealth Planning and Preservation
43 partners, 19 other fee earners in the USA; 1 in Mexico
Holland & Knight's Private Wealth Services lawyers assist high-net-worth clients to attain and maintain their financial and wealth planning goals through sophisticated wealth transfer arrangements.
Every comprehensive lifetime wealth transfer plan we develop involves an iterative process that includes continual attention and adaptation to help ensure that it remains responsive to changes in your current situation and future goals. As wealth, family circumstances and laws change, so must the plan. Therefore, we work with clients over the course of their lifetime, in collaboration with their other professional advisors, to help them reach and maintain their goals and preserve their family heritage. Our estate planning attorneys offer counsel on wealth transfer planning techniques such as:
·cutting-edge lifetime gift programs, including multigenerational planning
·sophisticated charitable planning
·private foundations
·life insurance planning, including irrevocable life insurance trusts and split dollar arrangements
Contact: David Scott Sloan
Tel: +1.617.573.5803
Email: [email protected]
Contact: Christopher Boyett
Tel: +1.305.789.7790
Email: [email protected]
Contact: Stacie Nelson
Tel: +1.415.743.6936
Email: [email protected]
Trusts, Estates and Fiduciary Litigation
35 partners, 11 other fee earners in the USA
Holland & Knight's Trusts, Estates and Fiduciary Litigation Team is composed of seasoned trial lawyers who practice before state and federal courts, including probate and tax courts. We handle all types of trust and estate litigation, including will contests, breaches of fiduciary duty, removal of trustees, reformation of instruments, elder abuse, and other contests based on allegations of lack of capacity and undue influence.
Hundreds of trials have taught us what positions win and lose in court. Our understanding of what influences favorable outcomes in litigation helps us proactively resolve disputes and reduce the risks of lawsuits for clients who consult us in the review and planning processes.
Fiduciaries also retain us to review their best practices and policies to avoid litigation. We measure their practices against our own litigation experience as well as national standards. Attention to the latest case law and best practices, appropriate planning and periodic review are the most effective ways for clients to reduce their exposure to expensive litigation.
Contact: Vivian Thoreen
Tel: +1.213.896.2482
Email: [email protected]
Ranked Offices
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USA - Head office
Florida
701 Brickell Avenue Suite 3300 , Miami, Florida, USA, FL 33131, Miami
Mexico
Ciudad de México
Paseo de la Reforma No. 342 Piso 28, Col. Juárez, Del. Cuauhtémoc, Mexico City, Ciudad de México, Mexico, 06600, Mexico City
UK
Greater London
Leaf 27C, Tower 42, 25 Old Broad Street , London, Greater London, UK, EC2N 1HQ, London
USA
Massachusetts
10 St. James Avenue, 11th Floor, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, MA 02116, Boston
California
1901 Avenue of the Stars, Century City, California, USA, 90067, Century City
Illinois
150 N. Riverside Plaza Suite 2700 , Chicago, Illinois, USA, IL 60606, Chicago
Texas
One Arts Plaza 1722 Routh Street Suite 1500 , Dallas, Texas, USA, TX 75201, Dallas
California
400 South Hope Street, 8th Floor, Los Angeles, California, USA, CA 90071, Los Angeles
Tennessee
Nashville City Center 511 Union Street Suite 2700 , Nashville, Tennessee, USA, TN 37219, Nashville
New York
787 Seventh Avenue, 31st Fl. , New York, New York, USA, NY 10019, New York
Oregon
601 SW Second Ave Suite 1800 , Portland, Oregon, USA, OR 97204, Portland
California
560 Mission St Suite 1900 , San Francisco, California, USA, CA 94105, San Francisco
Connecticut
One Stamford Plaza, 263 Tresser Boulevard, Suite 1400, Stamford, Connecticut, USA, CT 06901-3271, Stamford
Florida
100 North Tampa Street, Suite 4100, Tampa, Florida, USA, FL 33602, Tampa
District of Columbia
800 17th Street, NW Suite 1100 , Washington, DC, District of Columbia, USA, 20006, Washington, DC
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Corporate Transparency Act: It's Back
In Smith v. United States Department of the Treasury, et al., the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas on Feb. 17, 2025, granted the government's motion to stay the order granting preliminary relief pending the disposition of the appeal before the U.S. Court of Appeals.
Corporate Transparency Act: Government Appeals Smith Case, Seeks Reporting Rule Reinstatement
Here are the latest developments in the ongoing Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) saga.
Eleven Holland & Knight Southern California Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers for 2025
LOS ANGELES (February 21, 2025) – Super Lawyers has named six attorneys in Holland & Knight's Southern California offices as "Super Lawyers" and five as "Rising Stars" for 2025.
Nine Holland & Knight Illinois Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers
CHICAGO (January 24, 2025) – Super Lawyers has named five attorneys in Holland & Knight's Illinois office as "Super Lawyers" and four as "Rising Stars" for 2025.
Preeminent International Private Wealth Partners from Karlin & Peebles Join Holland & Knight in Cent
LOS ANGELES (January 6, 2025) – Holland & Knight announced today that three longtime partners from Los Angeles-based private wealth services law firm Karlin & Peebles LLP joined the firm's Century City office on Jan. 1.
Trident Trust Investigation: Implications for Clients and Advisors
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and IRS have issued a John Doe summons targeting Trident Trust and related companies in three federal court cases.
IRS, State of California Offer Tax Relief for Wildfire-Impacted Taxpayers in Los Angeles County
In response to a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) disaster declaration regarding the Los Angeles wildfires, the IRS on Jan. 10, 2025, issued a news release, IR-2025-10, announcing postponement of certain tax-filing and tax-payment deadlines for taxpayers.
Developments in the Texas Top Cop Shop Case Impact Corporate Transparency Act
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a nationwide preliminary injunction suspending the government's enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act and its Implementing Regulations (the Order).
Corporate Transparency Act Reporting
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas on Dec. 3, 2024, issued a nationwide preliminary injunction suspending (temporarily) the government's enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its Implementing Regulations.
Important Reminder: Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Deadline Jan. 1, 2025
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires 1) domestic (U.S.) entities and 2) foreign entities registered to do business in the U.S. (collectively, "Reporting Companies") that were in existence prior to Jan. 1, 2024, to file an electronic Beneficial Ownership Information Return (BOIR)
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.
Corporate Transparency Act: It's Back
In Smith v. United States Department of the Treasury, et al., the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas on Feb. 17, 2025, granted the government's motion to stay the order granting preliminary relief pending the disposition of the appeal before the U.S. Court of Appeals.
Corporate Transparency Act: Government Appeals Smith Case, Seeks Reporting Rule Reinstatement
Here are the latest developments in the ongoing Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) saga.
Eleven Holland & Knight Southern California Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers for 2025
LOS ANGELES (February 21, 2025) – Super Lawyers has named six attorneys in Holland & Knight's Southern California offices as "Super Lawyers" and five as "Rising Stars" for 2025.
Nine Holland & Knight Illinois Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers
CHICAGO (January 24, 2025) – Super Lawyers has named five attorneys in Holland & Knight's Illinois office as "Super Lawyers" and four as "Rising Stars" for 2025.
Preeminent International Private Wealth Partners from Karlin & Peebles Join Holland & Knight in Cent
LOS ANGELES (January 6, 2025) – Holland & Knight announced today that three longtime partners from Los Angeles-based private wealth services law firm Karlin & Peebles LLP joined the firm's Century City office on Jan. 1.
Trident Trust Investigation: Implications for Clients and Advisors
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and IRS have issued a John Doe summons targeting Trident Trust and related companies in three federal court cases.
IRS, State of California Offer Tax Relief for Wildfire-Impacted Taxpayers in Los Angeles County
In response to a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) disaster declaration regarding the Los Angeles wildfires, the IRS on Jan. 10, 2025, issued a news release, IR-2025-10, announcing postponement of certain tax-filing and tax-payment deadlines for taxpayers.
Developments in the Texas Top Cop Shop Case Impact Corporate Transparency Act
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a nationwide preliminary injunction suspending the government's enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act and its Implementing Regulations (the Order).
Corporate Transparency Act Reporting
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas on Dec. 3, 2024, issued a nationwide preliminary injunction suspending (temporarily) the government's enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its Implementing Regulations.
Important Reminder: Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Deadline Jan. 1, 2025
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires 1) domestic (U.S.) entities and 2) foreign entities registered to do business in the U.S. (collectively, "Reporting Companies") that were in existence prior to Jan. 1, 2024, to file an electronic Beneficial Ownership Information Return (BOIR)
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.