In our podcasts, we discuss current legal issues in more than 45 specialized practice areas, including corporate transactions, litigation, intellectual property, aviation, banking, construction and employment law.
Episode 33 – 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.
Episode 32 – Matt Leigh Interview
Partner, Mark T. Interviews Matt Leigh, SGR’s newest member of the Global Transport Group
Episode 31 – Music and IP Management
Michael Riesen, a partner in SGR’s intellectual property practice interviews international musician Marti Cuevas who is the President and Founder of Mayimba Music.
Episode 30 – An Interview with Roger Maldonado, Immediate Past Present of the New York City Bar.
In this episode, SGR Partner Roger Maldonado talks about his experience at the NYC Bar during his two year term.
Episode 29 – 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.
Episode 28 – 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.
Episode 27 – 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.
Episode 26 – Business Litigation and COVID-19 with SGR Partner Gavin White
Episode 25 – What Makes a Good Patent with SGR Partner Michael Riesen, John Stankiewicz IP Counsel for Rolls-Royce and Matt Prater Senior IP Counsel for SABIC
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.
Episode 24 – Licensing and Compliance with Peter Crofton
Peter Crofton is a partner in SGR’s Construction Law practice. In this episode, he discusses contractor licensing.
Episode 23 – Gregory J. Kirsch Partner | Head of the Intellectual Property Practice
Episode 22 – Stephen M. Forte, Managing Partner, Atlanta
Episode 21 – Laura L. Wartner | Head of the Tax Practice | Private Client Services
Laura L. Wartner is a Partner in and Head of Smith, Gambrell & Russell’s Tax Practice, with a focus in Private Client Services on family business planning, estate planning, and probate administration.
Episode 20 – Stephen M. Forte Role as SGR’s Managing Partner | Culture & Collaboration
Stephen M. Forte is the Managing Partner and Chairman of the Executive Committee of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP.
Episode 19 – John C. Ethridge, Jr. Partner | Corporate Practice
John C. Ethridge, Jr. is a Partner in the Corporate Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP.
Episode 18 – Brett Lockwood | Corporate Practice Partner | What Sets SGR Apart?
Brett Lockwood is a Partner in the Corporate Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP and chairs the Firm’s Technology Law Practice Group.
Episode 17 – Laura L. Wartner | Private Wealth Services | Family Legacy Planning
Laura L. Wartner is a Partner in and Head of Smith, Gambrell & Russell’s Tax Practice, with a focus in Private Client Services on family business planning, estate planning, and probate administration.
Episode 16 – John C. Ethridge, Jr | International Business | Mergers & Acquisitions
John C. Ethridge, Jr. is a Partner in the Corporate Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP.
Episode 15 – Lee Watts | Chief Marketing Officer | Trends in Legal Marketing
As Chief Marketing Officer, Ms. Watts is responsible for the marketing, advertising and business development of Smith Gambrell. She works closely with the attorneys to develop and implement business development plans for practices, industries, and offices.
Episode 14 – John C. Ethridge, Jr. Partner | Private Equity Trends
John C. Ethridge, Jr. is a Partner in the Corporate Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP.
Episode 13 – Laura Wartner | Women in Law | SGRow
Laura L. Wartner is a Partner in and Head of Smith, Gambrell & Russell’s Tax Practice, with a focus in Private Client Services on family business planning, estate planning, and probate administration.
Episode 12 – Gregory J. Kirsch | SGR Locations | Intellectual Property Protection
Gregory J. Kirsch is a Partner and the Head of the Intellectual Property Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP.
Episode 11 – Brett Lockwood, Partner | Cybersecurity & Data Privacy | Compliance
Brett Lockwood is a Partner in the Corporate Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP and chairs the Firm’s Technology Law Practice Group.
Episode 10 – Lee Watts | Chief Marketing Officer | Collaboration & Business Development
As Chief Marketing Officer, Ms. Watts is responsible for the marketing, advertising and business development of Smith Gambrell. She works closely with the attorneys to develop and implement business development plans for practices, industries, and offices.
Episode 9 – John C. Ethridge, Jr. Partner | Corporate Practice | What Sets SGR Apart?
John C. Ethridge, Jr. is a Partner in the Corporate Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP.
Episode 8 – Gregory J. Kirsch (Client Success Story)
Gregory J. Kirsch is a Partner and the Head of the Intellectual Property Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP.
Episode 7 – Brett Lockwood | Corporate Practice Partner | What Sets SGR Apart?
Brett Lockwood is a Partner in the Corporate Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP and chairs the Firm’s Technology Law Practice Group.
Episode 6 – Lee Watts | Chief Marketing Office | Legal Marketing Experiences
As Chief Marketing Officer, Ms. Watts is responsible for the marketing, advertising and business development of Smith Gambrell. She works closely with the attorneys to develop and implement business development plans for practices, industries and offices.
Episode 5 – Gregory J. Kirsch Partner | Head of the Intellectual Property Practice
Gregory J. Kirsch is a Partner and the Head of the Intellectual Property Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP.
Episode 4 – Brett Lockwood | Corporate Practice Partner | Client Success Story
Brett Lockwood is a Partner in the Corporate Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP and chairs the Firm’s Technology Law Practice Group.
Episode 3 – Laura L. Wartner | Head Of The Tax Practice | Private Client Services
Laura L. Wartner is a Partner in and Head of Smith, Gambrell & Russell’s Tax Practice, with a focus in Private Client Services on family business planning, estate planning, and probate administration.
Episode 2 – Gregory J. Kirsch Partner | Head Of The Intellectual Property Practice
Gregory J. Kirsch is a Partner and the Head of the Intellectual Property Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP.
Episode 1 – Stephen M. Forte, Managing Partner, Atlanta
Stephen M. Forte is the Managing Partner and Chairman of the Executive Committee of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP.