Mr. Monzon focuses his practice on corporate transactional matters with an emphasis on commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing transactions. Prior to joining Freeborn, he served as an Associate at Rock Fusco & Connelly, LLC, where he counseled clients on real estate acquisitions and dispositions and drafted and negotiated complex business arrangements including the sale and purchase of real estate. He also drafted business plans, financial projections, and provided financing underwriting support for clients seeking SBA 504 loans. Mr. Monzon received his B.M.E from University of Illinois Chicago. He holds a J.D. from Loyola University School of Law, where… Read more
Oliver focuses his practice in aviation finance and leasing based in the firm’s London office. Before joining SGR, Oliver completed his training contract at a renowned transport firm in the city with a focus on finance. In 2019, Oliver received his B.A. from Josephine Butler College, Durham University and his Graduate Diploma in Law from BPP University in 2021.
Obiananma (Nanma) Okeani is an Associate in the Litigation Department of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP. Ms. Okeani represents and advises clients on their diverse needs in the areas of civil litigation, ERISA litigation, and employment law. Ms. Okeani earned her Juris Doctor from Duke University School of Law where she served as an editor for Duke Law Journal, Vice President of Mentorship for Duke Women Law Students Association, and was a member of Duke’s Black Law Students Association. During law school she was a Law Clerk for Duke University’s Office for Institutional Equity, a Student Lawyer with Duke Children’s… Read more
Ms. Ola works with other attorneys on the Aviation team in representing commercial airlines in their purchase, sale, or lease of different aircraft. Before joining the Firm, Ms. Ola was a Legal Extern at the Georgia State-wide Business Court, where she conducted legal research and writing, drafted parts of Legal Opinions, and observed the different stages of business litigation. She was also a summer associate at Gregory, Doyle, Calhoun & Rogers, LLC. Ms. Ola received her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communications and studies and French, summa cum laude, from the University of Georgia. She received her Juris Doctorate (J.D.)… Read more
Mr. Pabon is a commercial litigator who concentrates his practice in antitrust litigation. While at SGR, Mr. Pabon has also worked on various complex litigation matters, including business disputes and civil rights disputes. Before joining SGR, Mr. Pabon served as a Law Clerk for U.S. District Judge Robert E. Wier in the Eastern District of Kentucky. He graduated from the University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law, where he was the Managing Articles Editor of the Kentucky Law Journal and President of the Latino Law Student Association. Mr. Pabon received CALI Awards for legal research and writing, civil… Read more
Ms. Plunkett has practiced in SGR’s Public Finance group since 2020. Her practice focuses on traditional government finance and economic development, including local government financial incentives and tax reduction bonds (bonds for title). Ms. Plunkett represents domestic and international clients, serving as bond counsel, lender’s counsel, borrower’s counsel, and corporate trustee’s counsel in public finance transactions. In particular, Ms. Plunkett works with cities, counties, school districts and local authorities on transactions involving the issuance of general obligation bonds, contract revenue bonds, and sales tax-backed bonds. She regularly represents companies that are relocating or expanding to the Southeastern United States, with… Read more
Mr. Pryor is experienced in international law, the law of war, and criminal law. He also has experience in administrative law, estate planning, and contracts and has tried multiple criminal cases and administrative disciplinary hearings. While attending law school at Florida International University College of Law, he was selected by the United States Air Force for their Graduate Law Program. Upon graduating from law school, he also earned a commission as an officer in the Air Force through the University of Miami ROTC. Mr. Pryor served with Air Force Special Operations Command in New Mexico, and later with the United… Read more
Harison Puder is an Associate in the Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Practices of Smith Gambrell & Russell. Mr. Puder represents domestic and international clients in a wide variety of corporate and transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions. Before joining the Firm, Mr. Puder was a Legal Extern at the Fulton County Business Court, where he conducted legal research, reviewed motions, and drafted Legal Opinions. He also served as a Legal Coordinator at The Lex Fellowship. Mr. Puder earned his Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Finance as well as a Legal Certificate from The University of Georgia and his… Read more
Daniel Rodriguez is an Associate in the Corporate Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP. Mr. Rodriguez’s practice focuses on advising clients on different aspects of business planning, tax, and estate planning. He has experience writing tax-driven estate planning documents for high-net-worth individuals including wills, gifting trusts, GST trusts, and revocable living trusts. He advises clients on business formation, LLC and partnership agreements, structuring investment and business holdings, and on ongoing business and tax compliance matters. Daniel helps draft trust income and estate income tax returns and form 706 elections, and has written memorandums on legal ethics, healthcare law, and… Read more
Specializing in estate planning and private wealth services, Mrs. Rogatz has experience collecting, reviewing, and synthesizing her clients’ personal wealth data, estate plans, and corporate documents to advise on business succession and legacy planning. She is also experienced in analyzing financial data, wealth transfer strategies, and estate documents to design comprehensive wealth plans while integrating wealth management, transfer strategies, and tax efficiency goals. Mrs. Rogatz earned her J.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Law, graduating on the Dean’s List. While in law school, Mrs. Rogatz served as the VP of Diversity and Inclusion on the Graduate Student Council… Read more
