Weekly Update

Message from the Chair

Great things happening at BLS! We continue getting ready for the Labor Day Retreat, remember there is no on-site registration this year. Register and get your room reservation right away as we have a few rooms that can be doubled-up (meaning you might be able to get a second hotel room at the same great rate!). We have been busy working on and will give details on the Spring Executive Council Retreat at Labor Day so don’t miss it. And don’t forget that the sponsorship deadline to ensure inclusion in print and digital retreat materials is August 2. We can’t do the work of the Section without our sponsors, but we need you to sign up and confirm. Leadership Training is one week away and all EC members are invited; we will see you there. Finally and certainly not least, be sure to set up your committee meetings if you have not done so already.

It's going to be a great year!

Manny Farach, Chair

Upcoming Meetings

The Chapter 607 Subcommittee will meet on July 30, 2024 by zoom. Check the committee webpage for additional details.
The CLE Committee will meet on July 30, 2024 at 12:15 by zoom.
The Pro Bono Committee will meet on August 14, 2024 at noon by zoom.

Outstanding Member of the Year

Jennifer (“Jen”) Morando is BLS 2023-2024 Section Member of the Year. Jen has been active in the section since she was in law school, now almost twenty (20) years ago. During that time, she has been an amazing member, engaged in all aspects of the section.

BLS Blog: Minority Shareholder Exits: Understanding Your Rights and Options under Florida Law

By Serena Fichera, Barakat + Bossa PLLC

As an attorney in Florida, guiding your clients through the complexities of shareholder rights can be an important part of your practice. This article aims to serve as a practical guide for assisting minority shareholders of privately held companies who are considering exit strategies from a Florida corporation. Whether due to disputes, diverging interests, or other reasons for disengagement, minority shareholders in Florida have specific legal avenues available to them. This article will explore these legal pathways, focusing on actionable strategies and key considerations to effectively advise your clients on how to navigate these waters successfully and secure their rights under Florida law.

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