Becker & Poliakoff

05/29/2026

Congratulations to shareholder Steven Mezer on being appointed as the Chair-Elect of the Real Property Probate and Trust Law Section of The Florida Bar (RPPTL). This honor reflects his leadership, dedication and commitment to the advancement of property and trust law in Florida.

05/28/2026

It was great connecting with industry leaders this week at the Connect Luncheon at Morton’s Steakhouse in Orlando. ’s Patrick Howell and Melissa Winter joined fellow professionals for an insightful panel discussion on the RFP process, sharing perspectives and best practices from across the industry.

05/27/2026

What do Florida’s new stablecoin regulations mean for businesses and the future of digital finance?

Join shareholder Rob Brighton, former Chair of the Business Law Section Task Force on the Florida Payment Stablecoin Act, for the upcoming The Florida Bar CLE, “Florida’s New Payment Stablecoin Act (and the Future of Digital Finance),” on June 4 from 12–1 PM.

The program will cover stablecoins, digital payments, the GENIUS Act, AML/KYC requirements, and other key legal and regulatory developments shaping the future of digital assets.
Learn more and register here: https://tinyurl.com/486xsb2c

05/26/2026

Congratulations to Senior Government Relations Consultant Neri Ann Martinez on her appointment to the advisory board of Aspen Conexión, an initiative of The Aspen Instituteitute focused on strengthening the Latino community’s role in U.S. innovation, culture, and economic growth. Read more at the link below.

Washington, DC, May 26, 2026 — Becker, a multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals, is pleased to announce that Senior Government Relations Consultant Neri Ann Martinez has been appointed to the advisory board of Aspen Institute’s Aspen Conexión. The ...

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country. We remember their courage, sacrifice, and enduring legacy with gratitude and respect.

05/22/2026

is proud to celebrate Colleen LaPlant on her 40-year anniversary with the firm this month. As a Government Practice Group Administrator for our Ft. Lauderdale office, Colleen’s dedication, commitment, and hard work over the decades have made a lasting impact. Thank you for 40 years of excellence!

05/21/2026

is proud to celebrate Nora Portuondo on her 5-year anniversary with the firm this month. As a Paralegal in the Business Litigation practice for our Miami office, Nora’s dedication and commitment have made a lasting impact. Thank you for 5 years of excellence!

05/20/2026

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries worldwide, understanding the evolving legal and regulatory landscape has never been more important.

Becker shareholder Jon Polenberg, along with attorneys Alyssa Weiss, Gabrielle O. Sliwka, and Rayaan A. Hossain authored the United States chapter, first published in Global Legal Group – AI, Machine Learning & Big Data 2026, providing insight into key issues including data privacy, cybersecurity, intellectual property, governance, liability, and emerging AI regulations.

Read the chapter at the link below.

Becker shareholder Jon Polenberg, along with attorneys Alyssa Weiss, Gabrielle O. Sliwka, and Rayaan A. Hossain authored the United States chapter in Global Legal Insights – AI, Machine Learning & Big Data 2026, published by Global Legal Group. Chapter 26 – USA provides a comprehensive overview ...

05/20/2026

As states across the country move to end the subminimum wage for workers with disabilities, shareholder Jamie Dokovna shared key insights with Law360 on what these changes mean for employers. Jamie discussed the growing patchwork of state laws, the compliance challenges facing multi-state businesses, and the operational considerations companies must address as they integrate disabled and nondisabled workers into broader workplace settings. Read more in Law360’s article, https://tinyurl.com/6jvbj6bn

05/19/2026

Congratulations to Jennifer Bales Drake, David Muller, Victor DiGioia, and Adam Cohen on celebrating major anniversaries with the firm this month. Jennifer marks 37 years, David 21 years, Victor 19 years, and Adam 10 years of dedicated service to Becker.

Our equity shareholders, stakeholders in the firm, play a pivotal role in shaping Becker’s legacy. Their guidance and leadership are instrumental in driving our firm's growth, fostering innovation, and cultivating a culture of excellence.

05/18/2026

"It is not the strength of the body that counts, but the strength of the spirit" -J.R.R Tolkien