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ABC15 Turns to Lamar Hawkins for Expert Insight on Coming Bankruptcy Tsunami
COVID-19 has been especially hard on small businesses and Arizona could see a tidal wave of bankruptcy filings in the upcoming year. Lamar Hawkins, a leading bankruptcy attorney in the state, educated ABC15 viewers on the dire situation many businesses face and how they can respond.
Although forgiveness programs and […]
Gary Smith Explains Social Equity Licenses for Adult-Use Dispensaries in Phoenix Business Journal
Arizona is expected to accept applications for adult-use cannabis licenses in January, and Phoenix Business Journal called on Gary Smith for insight on why 26 social equity licenses are included and what they could mean for cannabis entrepreneurs in the state.
Gary explains these 26 social equity licenses were […]
Alex Karam’s Admission to Arizona Bankruptcy American Inn of Court Helps Guidant Better Serve Bankruptcy Clients
As many individuals and businesses faced financial hardship this year, Guidant’s bankruptcy practice expanded. To better help the firm’s clients navigate complex bankruptcies, Alex Karam joined the Arizona Bankruptcy American Inn of Court.
Admission to this non-partisan association of lawyers, judges and other legal professionals who share a passion for professional excellence helps […]
Gary Smith Clarifies Cannabis Laws Under Prop 207 for ABC15
Voters passed Prop 207 in Arizona, making adult-use cannabis legal across the state. ABC15 interviewed Gary Smith for clarification on what the law allows, what it doesn’t and how Arizonans can avoid legal trouble.
Gary helps ABC15 viewers navigate the new legal territory surrounding cannabis use and possession:
- Individuals […]
Lamar Hawkins Educates CPAs About Subchapter V 11 Bankruptcy
CPAs advising their clients about bankruptcy should be aware of a more efficient and affordable alternative to Chapter 11: Subchapter V 11 bankruptcy. Lamar Hawkins outlines this new pathway to financial stability in an article for AZ CPA.
Subchapter V 11 offers streamlined features which can result in significant savings. Businesses and […]
Lamar Hawkins Informs Az Business Readers About 2021 Credit Risks
For an article about banking industry issues, trends and innovations to watch in 2021, Az Business called on Lamar Hawkins for insights related to credit risk. Lamar encourages readers to stay attuned to changes in the economic sector that may impact their lending portfolios.
Stressing the […]
Sam Saks Advises Az Business Readers on New Risks from Employees Working from Home
As working from home has become prevalent, many businesses face new risks, including cyber threats and safety concerns. Az Business Magazine recently turned to Sam Saks and other legal experts to educate companies on how to protect themselves.
Employees working from home can expose their employers to cyber theft, […]
Best Lawyers® and U.S. News & World Report Recognize Guidant in 2021 Edition of Best Law Firms
Extending its streak of industry honors, Guidant is recognized as one of the 2021 Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers® and U.S. News & World Report for the third consecutive year. The firm is ranked locally in Metropolitan Tier 3 – Phoenix for its Appellate and Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization […]
Lamar Hawkins Informs InBusiness Readers About New Subchapter V 11 Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy can be a lengthy and expensive process — Chapter 11 can cost businesses $40,000 to $75,000. Fortunately, as Lamar Hawkins writes for InBusiness, Arizona businesses now have a more efficient option: Subchapter V Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Lamar, who confirmed Arizona’s first Subchapter V 11 bankruptcy, shares how Subchapter V 11 streamlines the […]
Sam Saks Serving on ACAJ Workgroup to Help Wrongfully Evicted Arizonans
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act enacted a moratorium on eviction filings on properties financed by certain federal loan programs. Yet, as tenants’ advocates have found, up to 220 evictions in Arizona directly violated the Act. Sam Saks recently joined a special workgroup through the Arizona Commission on Access […]