Top Lawyers in 2023
Four Day Pitney Boca Raton Attorneys were recognized by the Boca Raton Observer as "Top Lawyers in 2023."
Partner Gary Betensky, board certified by The Florida Bar in business litigation law, was recognized. Betensky is a seasoned litigator who represents clients in complex business disputes and dispute resolution in his civil trial practice.
Trusts and Estates Partners James Ballerano and Brian Thompson, and Senior Associate A. Michael Wargon were recognized for Wills. Ballerano represents business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, retirees and families in their estate planning and wealth preservation matters. Thompson assists individual clients in the areas of estate planning and probate and trust administration. Wargon represents successful and high net worth individuals and their families in the areas of wills and trusts, estate and gift tax planning, income tax planning, state tax matters, business structuring and succession planning, special needs planning and creditor protection planning.
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Day Pitney White Collar Partner Steve Reynolds was featured in the Thomson Reuters article, "US Case Against Gautam Adani Appears Strong but Extradition Unlikely, Experts Say." The article outlines the U.S. fraud case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, highlighting evidence of bribery, securities fraud, and investor deception, while noting challenges with extradition and witness cooperation from India. Reynolds, a former federal prosecutor, commented on the case, stating: "The allegations include references to corroborating material, and that always provides for a stronger case."
Day Pitney Private Client Attorney Emma K. Pletenycky co-authored the article, "Highlights of Mediation Programs in the New York Surrogate's Courts," for the New York State Bar Association's Trusts and Estates Law Section Journal.
Pivate Client Partner Sarah Jacobson has been named to the Board of Directors for STEP Miami. Founded in 2000, the STEP Miami Branch is one of the largest and most active in the Americas. Consistent with the objectives of STEP, the Miami branch provides practitioners with access to high level trusts and estates resources for all its members.
The arrival of Litigation Associate Christopher Parmele to the firm was featured in The Palm Beach Post article, "Top Palm Beach County Professionals, Business People on the Move for the Week of Dec. 8." Parmele, based in the West Palm Beach office, represents clients in commercial litigation matters.
Day Pitney Trusts and Estates Partner Christine Fletcher authored an article for Forbes.com titled, "Post-Election Estate Tax Planning Requires A Cautious Approach."
Day Pitney Litigation Partner Mark Salah Morgan was featured in a Law.com Q&A, where he discussed his new role as Vice Chair of the Litigation Department at the firm. Morgan highlighted the skills essential for effective leadership, his priorities for the practice area, the broader strategic vision of the firm, and advice for aspiring practice group leaders.
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