On April 28, 2022, Gunster attorneys Joe Jacquot and Asghar Syed led a panel discussion on Florida’s judicial appointment process, hosted by the Jacksonville Bar Association and the Jacksonville Chamber of the Federalist Society. The program aimed to dispel myths regarding the JNC and Governor’s appointment approach, share practical tips and details of the process, […]
Top Title IX Takeaways from 2021
The 2020 Title IX final regulations were a complex and novel addition to the education landscape. Educational institutions worked quickly–during a global pandemic–to bring their policies and procedures into compliance with the new regulations. In retrospect, the 2020-2021 year provided several lessons that institutions can use to limit their exposure to liability under Title IX: […]
Gunster Holds Inaugural “Listening to Leaders” Program Featuring Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings
On November 3, 2021, Gunster, one of Florida’s oldest and largest full-service business law firms, held the inaugural “Listening to Leaders” program featuring Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings. Derek E. Bruce, Gunster Orlando office managing shareholder, and Ronald A. Brisé, who chairs the firm’s Government Affairs & Lobbying practice, hosted the program. Mayor Demings’ […]
The U.S. Supreme Court’s Van Buren Decision Overrules 11th Circuit Precedent Concerning the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (“CFAA”), 18 U.S.C § 1030, creates criminal liability in a variety of circumstances, including when the government alleges that any person, including an individual, firm, or corporate entity, “intentionally accesses a computer without authorization or exceeds authorized access, and thereby obtains”: (1) certain financial and consumer records; (2) “information […]
Employee or Independent Contractor? DOL Muddies the Water With Rule Withdrawal
On May 5, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) withdrew its prior rule on the classification of independent contractors. The existing rule from the prior administration made it easier for businesses to classify workers as independent contractors, rather than employees. The new announcement came from the DOL’s Wage and Hour Division and the withdrawal […]
How to Separate a Key Employee
Recently, the president and CEO of the entity responsible for operating much of Texas’s electricity grid was fired as part of the fallout of the power outrages caused by the devastating winter storm back in February. Bill Magness, the president and CEO of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), was terminated without cause, but […]
Gunster supports Florida Venture Forum’s 30th Annual Capital Conference
The Florida Venture Forum hosted its 30th annual capital conference last week. The virtual gathering was launched by Gunster shareholder Milton Vescovacci (Miami) and featured a keynote presentation by Eric Silagy, President & CEO of Florida Power & Light and a fireside chat by Frank DiBello, President & CEO of Space Florida. One key takeaway from […]
Firm Mourns the Loss of Colleague Donald J. Beuttenmuller Jr.
Donald J. Beuttenmuller Jr., January 12, 2021 Our firm is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of our colleague and dear friend, Donald J. Beuttenmuller Jr. Don was Gunster’s former managing shareholder, general counsel and a close friend to all. Don passed away on January 12, 2021. Don dedicated himself and his work to preserve the […]
Firm Mourns the Loss of Colleague Edward F. Tancer
“Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” Muhammad Ali Edward F. Tancer, November 22, 2020 We are deeply saddened by the sudden and tragic loss of our colleague and dear friend, Ed Tancer, who passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2020. Ed was an outstanding attorney, who went […]
Honoring the Legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
“Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. It shouldn’t be that women are the exception.” Gunster’s Women’s Leadership Forum honors the legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a true American Hero and a tireless Champion of Gender Equality. Both before and during her twenty-seven year tenure on the nation’s highest court, Justice Ginsburg […]
