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OSHA Vaccine Mandate: We Take a Shot at Explaining
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) has officially released its Emergency Temporary Standard (“ETS”) regarding COVID-19 vaccine and testing mandates for the workplace. If your business employs at least 100 of the nearly 84 million private-sector employees who will be affected by the ETS, you might have […]
Gary Smith Helps LevRose Commercial Real Estate Agents Understand Mechanic’s Liens
Unpaid mechanic’s liens can be a black mark on a property, so Gary Smith and LevRose Commercial Real Estate worked together in a recent webinar to ensure real estate professionals understand what mechanic’s liens are and how to prevent them.
A mechanic’s lien can be attached to a property if someone who fixed […]
Best Lawyers® and U.S. News & World Report Recognize Guidant in 2022 Edition of Best Law Firms
Best Lawyers and U.S. News & World Report recognized our firm in their 2022 edition of Best Law Firms. We ranked locally in Metropolitan Tier 3 – Phoenix for Real Estate Law for the first time.
Firms recognized as Best Law Firms are known for professional excellence and consistently impressive ratings from clients and […]
Take a Trip with Psychedelica Lex: Summer Highlights from Gary Smith’s Podcast
In his podcast navigating the ever-growing world of psychedelics, Gary Smith explores the latest legal developments and oldest misconceptions from an educational lens with stellar guests who are leaders in the psychedelics industry.
Here’s a sampling of some of the summer’s best episodes:
Lamar Hawkins Reappointed to Chair State Bar Bankruptcy Advisory Commission
Citing his excellent leadership during his multiple terms, the State Bar of Arizona reappointed Lamar Hawkins to serve his eighth term as Chair of the Board of Legal Specialization Bankruptcy Advisory Commission.
As Chair, Lamar evaluates applications for initial certification or recertification, summons and presides over reconsideration hearings, and provides recommendations for initial […]
Gary Smith to Educate Meet Delic Attendees About Big Money’s Influence on Psychedelics
When psychedelics industry thought leaders gather at Meet Delic in Las Vegas on Nov. 6-7 to discuss new ideas and developments, they’ll have the opportunity to learn from Gary Smith.
Gary is one of four participants who will address “How Big Money is (already) Playing Psychedelics.” His knowledge of psychedelics law will help […]
Best Lawyers® Honors Four Guidant Attorneys
The 2022 edition of Best Lawyers® recognized four of our attorneys for exceptional work in four practice areas. Three attorneys are honored as Best Lawyers®, and another received the “Ones to Watch” designation given to attorneys who display professional excellence early in their careers.
The Best Lawyers in America© is the longest-running peer-review publication […]
Gary Smith Educates Cannabis Business Times Readers on Protecting Themselves from Liability for Tainted Product
On the heels of an Arizona Department of Health Services cannabis recall, Gary Smith co-wrote an article for Cannabis Business Times explaining why insurance coverage and product testing are imperative in protecting cannabis business owners from devastating loss.
The article, co-written by Gary’s fellow Arizona Cannabis Chamber of Commerce board […]
As Chair of State Bar of Arizona Board of Governors’ Strategic Planning Work Group, Sam Saks Continues to Impact Legal Community
Widely respected in Arizona’s legal community, Sam Saks was recently appointed Chair of State Bar of Arizona’s Board of Governor’s Strategic Planning Working Group. In this role, he will conduct periodic reviews of the Board’s strategic plan, screening progress reports, measuring results and providing guidance ensuring the organization accomplishes its goals and […]
ABC15 Turns to Gary Smith for Home Improvement Contract Advice
As more homeowners across Arizona pursue house upgrades, ABC15 called on construction attorney Gary Smith for tips on what to include in home improvement contracts. With increasing demand and fewer licensed contractors, many people are facing delays and higher-than-expected costs — making a well-written contract imperative.
According to Gary, homeowners […]