| April 2025 Edition Legal News & Updates April 2025 Edition Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is dedicated to providing regular updates to our valued clients and the community regarding legal matters that may influence their businesses and families. We are pleased to present articles and news shared for your reference and awareness. Business Litigation Before landlords in Florida can move forward with a commercial eviction, they must follow specific notice procedures under state law. In his latest article, Business Litigation Attorney Craig Goddy breaks down the different notice periods based on the type of default, outlines delivery requirements, and highlights common mistakes that can delay or derail an eviction. Click here to read the full article. Business & Tax A major shift in the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has arrived. In her latest update, Business & Tax Attorney Margaret Karakashian explains FinCEN’s new interim final rule, which exempts U.S. companies and U.S. persons from the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements. The changes also narrow reporting obligations for foreign entities. If your business operates across borders or is newly registering in the U.S., this update may affect your compliance obligations. Click here to read the full article. Employment Law As laws and workplace norms continue to evolve, now is the time for Florida employers to review and update their employee handbooks. In his latest article, Labor & Employment Attorney Scott Atwood outlines key policy areas that need attention in 2025. A proactive update can help reduce risk, ensure compliance, and create clarity across your workforce. Click here to read the full article. As laws and workplace norms continue to evolve, now is the time for Florida employers to review and update their employee handbooks. In his latest article, Labor & Employment Attorney Scott Atwood outlines key policy areas that need attention in 2025. A proactive update can help reduce risk, ensure compliance, and create clarity across your workforce. Click here to read the full article. Real Estate At this year’s sold-out Market Trends event, over 1,300 real estate professionals gathered to hear from industry leaders on where the Southwest Florida market is heading. Real Estate Attorney Christina Martinez recaps key insights from speakers Justin Thibaut, Denny Grimes, and Matt Simmons, covering everything from institutional investment and land development to buyer’s market shifts and commercial revitalization strategies. Click here for the full artice. In the News Henderson Franklin’s Labor and Employment Law Chair Scott Atwood recently co- chaired The Florida Bar’s Advanced Labor Topics CLE, held April 25–26 at Hawk’s Cay Resort. The two-day program brought together labor and employment attorneys from across Florida to explore emerging trends, significant rulings and best practices impacting the workplace. To read the full article, please click here. Henderson Franklin attorneys Christina (“Christy”) O’Brien and Kayla Richmond were featured speakers at the 20th Judicial Circuit’s Family Law CLE seminar on April 4, 2025, at the Lee County Justice Center. Their presentation, “Evidence,” offered practical guidance for attorneys navigating complex evidentiary issues in family law cases. The seminar wel- comed both new and experienced practitioners and included sessions on appellate practice, form review, and a panel of local judges. Click here to read the full press release. We are pleased to welcome Katherine Moran to its Tort and Insurance Litigation Department. Based in the Fort Myers office, Moran brings extensive experience hand- ling property insurance claims, construction defect disputes, and general litigation mat- ters. Click here to read the full press release and learn more about Katherine. As members of the local community, we extend a warm invitation to join us at upcoming events, including: – May 1, Southwest Florida Prayer Breakfast with keynote speaker Kirk Cameron, Lee Health Sports Complex, Fort Myers – May 4, Patty Baker Humane Society Naples Bow Wow Brunch at D’Amico’s The Continental, Naples Fort Myers | Bonita Springs | Naples Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. 1715 Monroe Street Fort Myers, FL 33901 www.henlaw.com Unsubscribe |
