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SPOTLIGHT: LaToya Sheals, Government & Lobbying

03.11.2021
LaToya Sheals

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Becker showcases the inspiration, philosophies, and expertise of the women attorneys and lobbyists who help elevate our firm and client service.  LaToya Sheals is an experienced Government Relations Consultant, regularly investigating and analyzing legislation and developing public policy on issues such as healthcare, education, […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Florida Legislative Lobbying

BECKER UPDATE: 2021 Florida Legislative Session, Week #1

03.09.2021
Ellyn Setnor BogdanoffBernie FriedmanJosé K. FuentesYolanda Cash JacksonNicholas G. MatthewsLaToya Sheals

OPENING DAY Tuesday, March 2, 2021 marked the opening day for the 2021 Legislative Session for the House and the Senate. Senate President Wilton Simpson, House Speaker Chris Sprowls, and Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed both chambers with a level of hope and optimism as the state is doing its best […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Florida Legislative Lobbying

Becker’s Washington Weekly: Week of March 8, 2021

03.08.2021
Anthony BedellOmar FrancoBert GómezAlfonso LopezClarence WilliamsAmanda L. Wood

The House The House is back in session for four days of votes this week. At the top of the agenda will be the $1.9 trillion relief bill which the Senate, after some delay, passed over the weekend. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer said the bill could pass as early […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Federal Lobbying

Pending Legislation Aims to Relieve Processing Headache During Natural Emergency

03.03.2021
Kathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICP

New bill would expand list of permits and authorizations qualifying for extension due to a Governor-declared natural emergency. Section 252.363(1)(a), Florida Statutes, provides that certain permits and authorizations are eligible for an extension once a natural emergency is declared by the Governor for the length of time the declaration is […]

Areas of Focus: Real Estate, Government Law & Lobbying, Construction Law & Litigation

SPOTLIGHT: Jie Chengying Xiu, Corporate & Securities

03.03.2021
Jie Chengying Xiu

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Becker showcases the inspiration, philosophies, and expertise of the women attorneys and lobbyists who help elevate our firm and client service.  Jie Chengying Xiu focuses her practice on corporate, securities, mergers and acquisitions and a broad range of business and commercial matters. She represents […]

Areas of Focus: Corporate, Mergers and Acquisitions, Debt & Equity Capital Markets, SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Companies