Smith Gambrell & Russell Audio Podcast

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Post-Roe Considerations for Employer-Sponsored Medical Plans

In the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court’s historic decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization to overturn Roe v. Wade, employers are taking a closer look at their employee medical coverage and considering next steps. In this episode of The Leaders Speak Podcast, SGR Partners Kelly Meyers and Angela Roberts discuss how the Dobbs decision impacts employer plans that cover abortion services, and outline considerations for employers as they navigate whether to make changes to these benefits. Kelly Meyers p: 904-598-6126 f: 904-598-6226 e: kmeyers@sgrlaw.com Angela Roberts p: 404-815-3959 f: 404-685-7259 e: aroberts@sgrlaw.com

06-30
12:21

Due Diligence: Lessons Learned from Theranos

SGR's Lori Gelchion, Bob Hussle, Mike Riesen, and Emily Ward discuss lessons that can be learned about due diligence for investors, corporate directors and officers, and even the US Patent and Trade Office from Theranos and the criminal conviction of its former CEO, Elizabeth Holmes.

01-26
28:19

Due Diligence: Lessons Learned from Theranos

SGR's Lori Gelchion, Bob Hussle, Mike Riesen, and Emily Ward discuss lessons that can be learned about due diligence for investors, corporate directors and officers, and even the US Patent and Trade Office from Theranos and the criminal conviction of its former CEO, Elizabeth Holmes.

01-25
28:12

Economy of Entertainment Part 3: Follow the Money!$!

In this webinar, we will discuss finance agreements, implementation and disputes, distribution agreements in Film, Music, and TV, Video Games, E-sports, and revenue generation models. We will also discuss the following case studies: Scarlett Johansson Lawsuit, Bill Nye Lawsuit, and Sony/Ricky Nelson Lawsuit.

10-26
01:16:17

A Peach of a Deal

In this webinar, we will focus on the film industry in Georgia and the benefits of doing business in the State. Throughout the years, America’s most popular television shows such as “The Dukes of Hazzard,” “The Walking Dead,” “Stranger Things,” and “The Vampire Diaries,” along with high-profile feature film productions including Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” and “Thor: Ragnarok” were produced in the State. Georgia currently has 47 television series, reality shows, and feature films in production. We will discuss production in Georgia, the relationship with real estate and film in the State of Georgia, and the new tax regime in Georgia.

08-02
01:08:00

Thinking Globally, Acting Locally: Lessons from Colonial Pipeline’s Ransomware Attack

SGR Partner, Brett Lockwood, and SGR attorney Audria Crain discuss the Colonial Pipeline Ransomeware attack.

05-27
42:50

Protecting Your Rights (Spanish)

Protecting Your Rights (Spanish) by The Leaders Speak Podcast

05-12
21:56

The SGR Path to Partnership

Following the successful launch of the SGR Mentor Program, the Associate Women Litigators Affinity Group is pleased to host a discussion with Partners Dana Richens and Kristen Wenger. Join this informative and informal webinar as Dana and Kristen share their own experiences as attorneys working toward SGR partnership. They will also offer their insights and tips to help associates, especially young women, successfully develop their practices while on the path to partnership.

03-22
37:44

Film Finance and Production during the Pandemic

SGR's Michael Riesen and Stephen O'Day speak with Aloe Entertainment founder Mary Aloe on film production and finance during the pandemic. Aloe Entertainment is one of Los Angeles’ most prolific independent production companies and specializes in developing/producing independent features, television series, and network and cable event movies. Mary Aloe and Aloe Entertainment specialize in obtaining 100% financing for features by raising private equity; working with hedge funds, gap financing, top tier foreign sales companies and securing domestic distribution.

03-16
39:45

Partner, Mark T. Interviews Matt Leigh, SGR's newest member of the Global Transport Group

Partner, Mark T. Interviews Matt Leigh, SGR's newest member of the Global Transport Group

03-04
28:08

Music and IP Management

This podcast on Music and IP Management in the Digital Age is brought to you by the law firm of Smith, Gambrell & Russell LLP. Michael Riesen, a partner in SGR’s intellectual property practice interviews international musician Marti Cuevas who is the President and Founder of Mayimba Music. Marti has enjoyed a diverse career in the music business for forty years. In 1999, Marti founded Mayimba Music which provides label and publishing administration services to independent companies, authors and artists. In this episode, Marti discusses copyright and registration issues independent artists face in the digital age.

02-11
45:56

SGR Partner, Anne Pitter interviews SGR Partner Roger Maldonado

SGR Partner, Anne Pitter interviews SGR Partner Roger Maldonado by The Leaders Speak Podcast

12-18
28:13

Estate Planning and Wealth Management during COVID-19

In this episode, Collins Brown, SGR Partner in the Private Client Group Practice, discusses estate planning and wealth management during the COVID-19 pandemic.

05-14
14:52

The Practice of Yoga with SGR Partner Tony Cochran

In this podcast, SGR Partner Tony Cochran discusses a different kind of practice. The practice of Yoga. This is a stressful time and the legal industry itself can be very stressful. This open discussion is about how to relieve stress and how to manage the pressures of the legal industry.

05-04
15:45

Paycheck Protection Program(P3)Revisited with SGR Partners Marc Latman and John Spillman

In this episode, SGR Partners John Spillman and Marc Latman revisit SGR's webinar on the Paycheck Protection Program (P3) and discuss any changes you need to know, including the Government having companies return funds.

05-02
42:34

Business Litigation and COVID-19 with SGR Partner Gavin White

Business Litigation and COVID-19 with SGR Partner Gavin White by The Leaders Speak Podcast

03-30
16:19

What Makes a Good Patent with SGR Partner Michael Riesen, John Stankiewicz and Matt Prater

In this episode, SGR Partner Michael Riesen has a casual conversation about "What Makes a Good Patent" with John Stankiewicz IP Counsel for Rolls-Royce Corporation and Matt Prater Senior IP Counsel for SABIC.

03-28
01:24:49

Cannabis Conference with SGR Partner Rett Peaden

In this podcast, Rett Peaden discusses MJBizCon, a cannabis conference he recently attended.

02-07
17:11

Cannabis Law with SGR Partner Rett Peaden

In this podcast, Rett Peaden discusses Cannabis Law and M&A activity within the sector. In 2019, the Hemp Farming Act and Georgia’s Hope Act were passed and signed into law to expand hemp farming and medical cannabis in Georgia. Along with the new laws come opportunities and challenges for businesses operating in the industry.

10-01
25:56

Licensing and Compliance with SGR's Peter Crofton

Peter Crofton is a partner in SGR's Construction Law practice. In this podcast, he discusses contractor licensing.

08-15
12:26

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