Walt Metz is an experienced attorney with over 25 years of experience working in-house as general counsel for transportation and logistics companies. He has received glowing recommendations from over 15 former colleagues who praise his legal expertise, work ethic, problem-solving skills, and ability to understand both business and legal issues. Recommenders held positions such as general counsel, CEO, and partner at major law firms, and they recommend Walt highly for his integrity, diligence, and value as a trusted advisor.
Mike Mullin has been a mediator for 15 years after starting his career as a litigator. He found that many of his cases as an attorney were being settled through mediation rather than going to trial. This prompted him to become trained as a mediator in 1998-1999. While it took some time to gain experience, mediation has been very fulfilling for Mullin. He now handles about 300 mediations per year and has a high settlement rate of around 92%. Mullin believes that mediation may be the future of the legal profession as it is being used more frequently to resolve disputes.
This document provides an overview of short sales and the short sale process. It introduces Gaylene Rogers Lonergan and Joel Broyles, who have extensive experience in real estate law and processing short sales. The document discusses identifying short sales, the benefits to homeowners, preparing the short sale package, negotiating with lenders, and avoiding legal issues. It emphasizes taking a systematic approach and focusing on clients' needs to successfully complete short sales.
Dee J. Kelly. Honored to Support His Community. By Amile Wilson. Photography by Shirley Che. Kelly Hart & Hallman is a law firm rooted in the belief that it serves the community in which its lawyers work...
Kelly Hart litigation partner Shauna Wright was recognized for her commitment to pro bono work, receiving the 2014 Pro Bono Coordinator Award from the State Bar of Texas. Under Wright's leadership as Pro Bono Coordinator, Kelly Hart has increased annual pro bono hours by 200%, including over 2,600 hours in 2013. Wright helped launch two major pro bono projects for the firm assisting Texas veterans and providing family law clinics. The managing partner's early support for pro bono work set an example that pro bono is a priority for the firm.
The document discusses issues with poor conditions at a low-income apartment building in Oshawa, Ontario. Residents have formed one of the city's first tenants' associations to demand repairs and better treatment from their landlord. It also discusses the city's efforts to educate tenants on their rights and form more associations to advocate for improved conditions in aging rental buildings.
Brown Talks About Senate Testimony, Involvement in Far-Reaching Legislation -...Lesley Gudehus
Gary Brown is a corporate law department chair at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC based in Nashville and Washington. He recently provided testimony to the U.S. Senate on offshore tax havens and their circumvention of U.S. securities laws. Brown also played a key role in drafting the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 in response to corporate accounting scandals like Enron. He has been teaching a law school course for 12 years to help students understand what practicing law involves beyond what is taught in law school.
Westminster and state officials cut the ribbon on downtown sidewalk retrofit ...Kevin Earl Dayhoff
Westminster and state officials cut the ribbon on downtown sidewalk retrofit project
Westminster and state officials joined together Tuesday morning to cut the ribbon on over 200 new disabilities-compliant sidewalk curb cuts throughout downtown Westminster
By Kevin E. Dayhoff Tuesday, November 05, 2013
http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2013/11/westminster-and-state-officials-cut.html
Westminster city officials and representatives from four Maryland state government departments gathered together Tuesday morning in front of the Westminster Recreation and Parks Family Center on Longwell Avenue to celebrate, and cut the ribbon, on an unprecedented groundbreaking $318,000 partnership that resulted in the completion of 214 new or rebuilt ADA-compliant curb ramps in the downtown area.
The document discusses marriage and proposes some new ways of thinking about it. It notes that fewer people are marrying today but many still want to. It argues that the problem is not with people, but that marriage itself has changed and no longer offers what people want. It suggests replacing divorce laws with compulsory marriage contracts that couples could tailor to their needs, making the terms of marriage and divorce their responsibility rather than the state's.
Mike Mullin has been a mediator for 15 years after starting his career as a litigator. He found that many of his cases as an attorney were being settled through mediation rather than going to trial. This prompted him to become trained as a mediator in 1998-1999. While it took some time to gain experience, mediation has been very fulfilling for Mullin. He now handles about 300 mediations per year and has a high settlement rate of around 92%. Mullin believes that mediation may be the future of the legal profession as it is being used more frequently to resolve disputes.
This document provides an overview of short sales and the short sale process. It introduces Gaylene Rogers Lonergan and Joel Broyles, who have extensive experience in real estate law and processing short sales. The document discusses identifying short sales, the benefits to homeowners, preparing the short sale package, negotiating with lenders, and avoiding legal issues. It emphasizes taking a systematic approach and focusing on clients' needs to successfully complete short sales.
Dee J. Kelly. Honored to Support His Community. By Amile Wilson. Photography by Shirley Che. Kelly Hart & Hallman is a law firm rooted in the belief that it serves the community in which its lawyers work...
Kelly Hart litigation partner Shauna Wright was recognized for her commitment to pro bono work, receiving the 2014 Pro Bono Coordinator Award from the State Bar of Texas. Under Wright's leadership as Pro Bono Coordinator, Kelly Hart has increased annual pro bono hours by 200%, including over 2,600 hours in 2013. Wright helped launch two major pro bono projects for the firm assisting Texas veterans and providing family law clinics. The managing partner's early support for pro bono work set an example that pro bono is a priority for the firm.
The document discusses issues with poor conditions at a low-income apartment building in Oshawa, Ontario. Residents have formed one of the city's first tenants' associations to demand repairs and better treatment from their landlord. It also discusses the city's efforts to educate tenants on their rights and form more associations to advocate for improved conditions in aging rental buildings.
Brown Talks About Senate Testimony, Involvement in Far-Reaching Legislation -...Lesley Gudehus
Gary Brown is a corporate law department chair at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC based in Nashville and Washington. He recently provided testimony to the U.S. Senate on offshore tax havens and their circumvention of U.S. securities laws. Brown also played a key role in drafting the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 in response to corporate accounting scandals like Enron. He has been teaching a law school course for 12 years to help students understand what practicing law involves beyond what is taught in law school.
Westminster and state officials cut the ribbon on downtown sidewalk retrofit ...Kevin Earl Dayhoff
Westminster and state officials cut the ribbon on downtown sidewalk retrofit project
Westminster and state officials joined together Tuesday morning to cut the ribbon on over 200 new disabilities-compliant sidewalk curb cuts throughout downtown Westminster
By Kevin E. Dayhoff Tuesday, November 05, 2013
http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2013/11/westminster-and-state-officials-cut.html
Westminster city officials and representatives from four Maryland state government departments gathered together Tuesday morning in front of the Westminster Recreation and Parks Family Center on Longwell Avenue to celebrate, and cut the ribbon, on an unprecedented groundbreaking $318,000 partnership that resulted in the completion of 214 new or rebuilt ADA-compliant curb ramps in the downtown area.
The document discusses marriage and proposes some new ways of thinking about it. It notes that fewer people are marrying today but many still want to. It argues that the problem is not with people, but that marriage itself has changed and no longer offers what people want. It suggests replacing divorce laws with compulsory marriage contracts that couples could tailor to their needs, making the terms of marriage and divorce their responsibility rather than the state's.
The document discusses recent expansions to the legal concept of vicarious liability in various common law jurisdictions including Australia, Hong Kong, and the UK. It notes that courts have increasingly expanded the scope of vicarious liability and the scope of non-delegable duty, blurring the lines between the two. Specifically, it references sources that discuss how vicarious liability may now apply outside traditional employment relationships, such as to independent contractors, by linking liability to enterprise risk. The document raises the question of whether international enterprise security risk managers are aware of these legal developments affecting their work, agreements, conditions, and liabilities.
This document provides a summary of the Daily Business Review's "Most Effective Lawyers in South Florida" special report. It recognizes over 70 attorneys in 13 categories for their work over the past year. The document discusses notable achievements and cases in each category, including litigation related to the Scott Rothstein Ponzi scheme, medical malpractice arbitration, an appellate case involving a foreign insurance company, and a class action settlement for homeowners with toxic Chinese drywall. It provides an overview of the selection process for the attorneys recognized in the report.
The appellate court reversed the dismissal of a lawsuit against a bus service for vicarious liability. A woman sued the bus service after she was sexually assaulted by one of its drivers. The court found the bus service could be held liable because the assault began while she was intoxicated and passed out on the bus, when the common carrier relationship existed. The woman alleged the driver took her home instead of getting her help, and assaulted her there while she was unable to consent. The appellate court said dismissing the suit was improper because the assault was initiated while she was a passenger on the bus.
The Transportation Security Administration is hiring full-time Transportation Security Officers at Washington/Dulles International Airport starting at $17.37 per hour including locality pay. Interested U.S. citizens can apply online, by text, or phone by May 7th for the opportunity to join a public service career with benefits.
Todd McTavish became the senior vice president, general counsel and chief compliance officer of Multimedia Games Inc. through luck and coincidence. He met the CEO of Multimedia, Pat Ramsey, at the Global Gaming Expo in 2012 while he was general counsel at another company. Shortly after, he learned Multimedia was seeking a new GC and called Ramsey, who encouraged him to apply. Though he was happy in his previous role, McTavish enjoyed the opportunity and people at Multimedia. He has had a varied legal career leading up to this role, working at both law firms and in-house at various companies in different industries including gaming.
This document provides an overview of landlord-tenant relationships and responsibilities. It discusses the history and development of landlord-tenant law, as well as concepts like the warranty of habitability, leases, minimum housing standards, and potential remedies for tenants and actions owners can take. When minimum housing standards are not met, it constitutes a breach of warranty of habitability, voiding the lease and relieving the tenant of the obligation to pay rent. Both tenants and landlords have certain legal duties and responsibilities outlined in leases or by law, with remedies available if either party fails to meet their obligations.
On June 19th, the Austin Human Resource Management Association will be hosting their annual Legislative Action Day. In this month's podcast, attorney Kevin Lashus and lobbyist Terral Smith discuss the importance of lobbying and the Legislative Action Day agenda.
Cybersecurity: Conquering the New Frontier of Legal RisksScott McLester
The document announces the 2016 IFA Legal Symposium taking place in Washington D.C. from May 15-17. It provides an overview of the symposium agenda, including keynote speeches and concurrent sessions on topics such as cybersecurity, litigation strategies, international arbitration, unauthorized products/suppliers, and franchisee associations. The chair of the symposium task force welcomes attendees and notes the symposium will allow participants to engage with peers, learn, and benefit professionally on legal issues facing the franchise business model.
Our personal injury attorneys have been providing clients throughout New Jersey and Middlesex County with outstanding service and zealous representation for decades.
Thomas Drasler has over 25 years of experience in sales and marketing, including as an executive leading Fortune 500 technology sales organizations. He has been a licensed California residential mortgage broker since 1996. Some of his qualifications include passing national and state SAFE ACT exams and being a member of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers and California Association of Mortgage Brokers. He received a B.S. in marketing from Arizona State University and is married with two sons.
A joint job fair is being organized by various economic development corporations and chambers of commerce in Bridgeport and Decatur in response to a layoff at Devon. The job fair will be held on April 12th at Weatherford College Wise County, where at least 30 employers will be in attendance to meet with job seekers. The event is aimed at helping laid off workers find new positions locally or in nearby Denton and Fort Worth. Participants are encouraged to bring resumes and register with Workforce Solutions for future job opportunities.
Experienced in business and government relations law, attorney Jake Posey represents clients at The Posey Law Firm, PC, in Austin, Texas. Complementing his role as an attorney, Jake Posey contributes to several legal organizations, including the Texas Advocacy Project.
The document discusses several accomplishments of the Obama administration in its early years, including closing the Guantanamo Bay detention center, expanding opportunities for minority-owned small businesses, enacting credit card reform, and addressing concerns around mandatory minimum sentencing laws. It notes Obama signed an order to close Guantanamo Bay in line with Geneva Convention rights. The administration also aimed to increase small business contracts for veterans and women. Additionally, the credit card bill of rights and new laws on mandatory minimum sentences were cited as fulfilling campaign promises.
The document is a court case summary regarding a dispute over the deposition of an in-house counsel. It discusses the following key points:
1. The plaintiffs sought to depose the defendant's in-house counsel regarding pre-litigation matters. The magistrate judge allowed this but the defendant objected.
2. The district court found that the magistrate judge erred by not applying the three-part test from Shelton v. Am. Motors Corp for determining if opposing counsel can be deposed. This test should also apply to attempts to depose in-house counsel.
3. While some courts had only applied the Shelton test to depositions of trial counsel, the rationale for the test, such as protecting
great atlantic & pacific tea Annual_Report_2007finance33
This annual report summarizes A&P's accomplishments in 2007, including completing the acquisition of Pathmark and strategic divestitures to focus on their Northeast core markets. They have realized synergies from the Pathmark integration and seen sales growth across multiple store formats. Key highlights included the Pathmark acquisition, market divestitures, retail performance indicator progress, fresh/discount/gourmet store renovations, private label growth, and strong comparable store sales increases.
The document provides a mid-year report on significant regulatory, legislative, and litigation developments for the trucking industry in 2013. Key points include:
- The U.S. Court of Appeals upheld the FMCSA's 2011 changes to hours of service regulations, except for exempting short-haul drivers from rest break requirements.
- An advisory committee recommended making some CSA safety score categories private until data issues are resolved, as carriers have challenged the validity and use of CSA data in ongoing litigation to be heard in September.
- The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that portions of the Port of Los Angeles' clean truck program regulating drayage operators violate federal preemption law.
Trucking Regulatory and Legislative Developments 2013Walt Metz
The document summarizes recent developments regarding hours of service regulations and the Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) program in the mid-2013 timeframe. Regarding hours of service, the American Trucking Associations lawsuit challenging changes to the rules was largely unsuccessful, though the 30-minute break requirement was overturned for short-haul drivers. The CSA Advisory Subcommittee issued recommendations on how to improve the CSA program, including whether to include non-preventable crashes in scoring and whether to publicly display certain scores. Additionally, a lawsuit was filed challenging FMCSA guidance on the use of CSA data by shippers, brokers, and insurers.
The document is a notice for the annual meeting of stockholders of The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. to be held on July 17, 2008. The notice states that the meeting will be held to elect nine directors for one-year terms and conduct any other business that may properly come before the meeting. Stockholders as of May 20, 2008 are entitled to vote. The meeting will take place at the Woodcliff Lake Hilton in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey at 9:00 AM.
The document is a notice for the annual meeting of stockholders of The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. to be held on July 17, 2008. The notice states that the meeting will be held to elect nine directors for one-year terms and conduct any other business that may properly come before the meeting. Stockholders as of May 20, 2008 are entitled to vote. The meeting will take place at the Woodcliff Lake Hilton in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey at 9:00 AM.
great atlantic & pacific tea Annual_Report_2007finance33
The 2007 annual report summarizes A&P's transformation into a focused Northeast grocery chain through the acquisition of Pathmark. Some key events of the year included acquiring Pathmark, strategic divestitures to realign around the Northeast core markets, consistent improvements in retail key performance indicators, and achieving the strongest comparable store sales increase in over 8 years. The acquisition of Pathmark completed A&P's strategic transformation and created the number one grocery position in the Northeast region.
The document discusses recent expansions to the legal concept of vicarious liability in various common law jurisdictions including Australia, Hong Kong, and the UK. It notes that courts have increasingly expanded the scope of vicarious liability and the scope of non-delegable duty, blurring the lines between the two. Specifically, it references sources that discuss how vicarious liability may now apply outside traditional employment relationships, such as to independent contractors, by linking liability to enterprise risk. The document raises the question of whether international enterprise security risk managers are aware of these legal developments affecting their work, agreements, conditions, and liabilities.
This document provides a summary of the Daily Business Review's "Most Effective Lawyers in South Florida" special report. It recognizes over 70 attorneys in 13 categories for their work over the past year. The document discusses notable achievements and cases in each category, including litigation related to the Scott Rothstein Ponzi scheme, medical malpractice arbitration, an appellate case involving a foreign insurance company, and a class action settlement for homeowners with toxic Chinese drywall. It provides an overview of the selection process for the attorneys recognized in the report.
The appellate court reversed the dismissal of a lawsuit against a bus service for vicarious liability. A woman sued the bus service after she was sexually assaulted by one of its drivers. The court found the bus service could be held liable because the assault began while she was intoxicated and passed out on the bus, when the common carrier relationship existed. The woman alleged the driver took her home instead of getting her help, and assaulted her there while she was unable to consent. The appellate court said dismissing the suit was improper because the assault was initiated while she was a passenger on the bus.
The Transportation Security Administration is hiring full-time Transportation Security Officers at Washington/Dulles International Airport starting at $17.37 per hour including locality pay. Interested U.S. citizens can apply online, by text, or phone by May 7th for the opportunity to join a public service career with benefits.
Todd McTavish became the senior vice president, general counsel and chief compliance officer of Multimedia Games Inc. through luck and coincidence. He met the CEO of Multimedia, Pat Ramsey, at the Global Gaming Expo in 2012 while he was general counsel at another company. Shortly after, he learned Multimedia was seeking a new GC and called Ramsey, who encouraged him to apply. Though he was happy in his previous role, McTavish enjoyed the opportunity and people at Multimedia. He has had a varied legal career leading up to this role, working at both law firms and in-house at various companies in different industries including gaming.
This document provides an overview of landlord-tenant relationships and responsibilities. It discusses the history and development of landlord-tenant law, as well as concepts like the warranty of habitability, leases, minimum housing standards, and potential remedies for tenants and actions owners can take. When minimum housing standards are not met, it constitutes a breach of warranty of habitability, voiding the lease and relieving the tenant of the obligation to pay rent. Both tenants and landlords have certain legal duties and responsibilities outlined in leases or by law, with remedies available if either party fails to meet their obligations.
On June 19th, the Austin Human Resource Management Association will be hosting their annual Legislative Action Day. In this month's podcast, attorney Kevin Lashus and lobbyist Terral Smith discuss the importance of lobbying and the Legislative Action Day agenda.
Cybersecurity: Conquering the New Frontier of Legal RisksScott McLester
The document announces the 2016 IFA Legal Symposium taking place in Washington D.C. from May 15-17. It provides an overview of the symposium agenda, including keynote speeches and concurrent sessions on topics such as cybersecurity, litigation strategies, international arbitration, unauthorized products/suppliers, and franchisee associations. The chair of the symposium task force welcomes attendees and notes the symposium will allow participants to engage with peers, learn, and benefit professionally on legal issues facing the franchise business model.
Our personal injury attorneys have been providing clients throughout New Jersey and Middlesex County with outstanding service and zealous representation for decades.
Thomas Drasler has over 25 years of experience in sales and marketing, including as an executive leading Fortune 500 technology sales organizations. He has been a licensed California residential mortgage broker since 1996. Some of his qualifications include passing national and state SAFE ACT exams and being a member of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers and California Association of Mortgage Brokers. He received a B.S. in marketing from Arizona State University and is married with two sons.
A joint job fair is being organized by various economic development corporations and chambers of commerce in Bridgeport and Decatur in response to a layoff at Devon. The job fair will be held on April 12th at Weatherford College Wise County, where at least 30 employers will be in attendance to meet with job seekers. The event is aimed at helping laid off workers find new positions locally or in nearby Denton and Fort Worth. Participants are encouraged to bring resumes and register with Workforce Solutions for future job opportunities.
Experienced in business and government relations law, attorney Jake Posey represents clients at The Posey Law Firm, PC, in Austin, Texas. Complementing his role as an attorney, Jake Posey contributes to several legal organizations, including the Texas Advocacy Project.
The document discusses several accomplishments of the Obama administration in its early years, including closing the Guantanamo Bay detention center, expanding opportunities for minority-owned small businesses, enacting credit card reform, and addressing concerns around mandatory minimum sentencing laws. It notes Obama signed an order to close Guantanamo Bay in line with Geneva Convention rights. The administration also aimed to increase small business contracts for veterans and women. Additionally, the credit card bill of rights and new laws on mandatory minimum sentences were cited as fulfilling campaign promises.
The document is a court case summary regarding a dispute over the deposition of an in-house counsel. It discusses the following key points:
1. The plaintiffs sought to depose the defendant's in-house counsel regarding pre-litigation matters. The magistrate judge allowed this but the defendant objected.
2. The district court found that the magistrate judge erred by not applying the three-part test from Shelton v. Am. Motors Corp for determining if opposing counsel can be deposed. This test should also apply to attempts to depose in-house counsel.
3. While some courts had only applied the Shelton test to depositions of trial counsel, the rationale for the test, such as protecting
great atlantic & pacific tea Annual_Report_2007finance33
This annual report summarizes A&P's accomplishments in 2007, including completing the acquisition of Pathmark and strategic divestitures to focus on their Northeast core markets. They have realized synergies from the Pathmark integration and seen sales growth across multiple store formats. Key highlights included the Pathmark acquisition, market divestitures, retail performance indicator progress, fresh/discount/gourmet store renovations, private label growth, and strong comparable store sales increases.
The document provides a mid-year report on significant regulatory, legislative, and litigation developments for the trucking industry in 2013. Key points include:
- The U.S. Court of Appeals upheld the FMCSA's 2011 changes to hours of service regulations, except for exempting short-haul drivers from rest break requirements.
- An advisory committee recommended making some CSA safety score categories private until data issues are resolved, as carriers have challenged the validity and use of CSA data in ongoing litigation to be heard in September.
- The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that portions of the Port of Los Angeles' clean truck program regulating drayage operators violate federal preemption law.
Trucking Regulatory and Legislative Developments 2013Walt Metz
The document summarizes recent developments regarding hours of service regulations and the Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) program in the mid-2013 timeframe. Regarding hours of service, the American Trucking Associations lawsuit challenging changes to the rules was largely unsuccessful, though the 30-minute break requirement was overturned for short-haul drivers. The CSA Advisory Subcommittee issued recommendations on how to improve the CSA program, including whether to include non-preventable crashes in scoring and whether to publicly display certain scores. Additionally, a lawsuit was filed challenging FMCSA guidance on the use of CSA data by shippers, brokers, and insurers.
The document is a notice for the annual meeting of stockholders of The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. to be held on July 17, 2008. The notice states that the meeting will be held to elect nine directors for one-year terms and conduct any other business that may properly come before the meeting. Stockholders as of May 20, 2008 are entitled to vote. The meeting will take place at the Woodcliff Lake Hilton in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey at 9:00 AM.
The document is a notice for the annual meeting of stockholders of The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. to be held on July 17, 2008. The notice states that the meeting will be held to elect nine directors for one-year terms and conduct any other business that may properly come before the meeting. Stockholders as of May 20, 2008 are entitled to vote. The meeting will take place at the Woodcliff Lake Hilton in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey at 9:00 AM.
great atlantic & pacific tea Annual_Report_2007finance33
The 2007 annual report summarizes A&P's transformation into a focused Northeast grocery chain through the acquisition of Pathmark. Some key events of the year included acquiring Pathmark, strategic divestitures to realign around the Northeast core markets, consistent improvements in retail key performance indicators, and achieving the strongest comparable store sales increase in over 8 years. The acquisition of Pathmark completed A&P's strategic transformation and created the number one grocery position in the Northeast region.
Walt Metz has extensive experience as in-house counsel for transportation and logistics companies. He has successfully led large, complex projects including [1] coordinating the due diligence and acquisition of $190 million in warehouse facilities, [2] coordinating the drafting and implementation of a $1 billion refinancing, and [3] coordinating the internal due diligence process for a stock acquisition. He also has experience with an ATM stock offering. Walt is seeking a new in-house counsel position and his background demonstrates capabilities in corporate law, transactions, litigation and risk management.
This document provides biographies of experts participating in a webcast on reducing payables to position a company for growth or sale. The experts include Alexander B. Kasdan, Managing Director of DelMorgan & Co., who will moderate the discussion, and panelists Neil Morganbesser, Co-Founder and President of DelMorgan & Co., David S. Kupetz of SulmeyerKupetz law firm, Lawrence H. Hurwitz, CEO of Lawrence Financial Group, and Jim Baer, President of CMBG Advisors, Inc. Each biography outlines the individual's relevant experience in fields like investment banking, law, and financial advising.
Reducing Payable to Position a Company for Growth or Sale Expert Webcast
This document introduces the panelists for a webcast on reducing payables to position a company for growth or sale. The panelists are Alexander B. Kasdan, Managing Director of DelMorgan & Co., who will moderate; Neil Morganbesser, Co-Founder and President of DelMorgan & Co.; David S. Kupetz, a member of SulmeyerKupetz specializing in troubled transactions; Lawrence H. Hurwitz, CEO of Lawrence Financial Group; and Jim Baer, President of CMBG Advisors, Inc. Brief biographies are provided for each panelist outlining their relevant experience.
Reducing Payables to Position a Company for Growth or SaleExpert Webcast
This document summarizes a webcast on reducing payables to position a company for growth or sale. It lists the moderator, Alexander B. Kasdan of DelMorgan & Co., and expert panelists Neil Morganbesser of DelMorgan & Co., David S. Kupetz of SulmeyerKupetz, Lawrence H. Hurwitz of Lawrence Financial Group, and Jim Baer of CMBG Advisors, Inc. It then provides brief biographies of each participant, describing their relevant experience and qualifications.
Emerging Trends in Media Deals, Challenges and Opportunities Expert Webcast
Discussion includes:
The Entertainment, Media and Communications (“EMC”) space has become immensely complex, constantly changing and hyper-competitive. Our panel of experts comprised of an investment banker, a deal and bankruptcy lawyer, a valuation expert, and EMC executives will examine current EMC trends and transactional opportunities, both healthy and distressed, as well as provide tips and strategies for getting deals done.
MAJOR TOPICS:
Current media trends:
Where is the growth?
Changing markets
Television, www, geographic trends
Programming, format and distribution / legacy infrastructure
Value of content v. “dead” libraries
Valuation trends and outlook for the future
Traditional model is broken: distressed opportunities
Observations on recent distressed EMC transactions
Getting a distressed deal done: legal landscape and structure
Credit bidding
In- or out-of-court restructuring
363 Sales
Assignments for the Benefit of Creditors
Discussions with lenders: pre- and post-petition
EMC-specific issues to consider
Capitalization, financing and transactional issues
Selected case studies
Family Law and Roles of Counsel and Financial ExpertsExpert Webcast
Presentation examines roles of counsel, forensic accountants and investment bankers in a marital dissolution involving a closely-held or family-owned business. Issues, strategies and tips are addressed.
Here are the key points regarding the sale of a spouse's separate property business during a dissolution proceeding:
- Automatic temporary restraining orders (ATROS) significantly restrict a spouse's ability to sell or reorganize their separate property business without the other spouse's consent or a court order, even if the business is entirely separate property.
- Under Family Code §2040(a)(2), both parties are restrained from transferring, encumbering, hypothecating, concealing, or disposing of any property, whether community, quasi-community or separate, without written consent or a court order.
- The restraining orders allow for dispositions made "in the usual course of business" or for "necess
The document outlines an expert panel discussion on exit strategies for closely held companies, including forming an advisory team, assessing company characteristics, financial considerations, owner personal goals, and potential problems to address such as management roles, employment agreements, and outstanding legal issues. The panelists include investment bankers, attorneys, and wealth advisors who will discuss planning for a successful exit.
Constructing Legal Strategy in the New Economy: Alternative Servicing and Bil...jonneiditz
This document introduces the panelists for a roundtable discussion on constructing legal strategy in the new economy. It provides brief biographies of each panelist, including their professional backgrounds, experiences, and affiliations. The roundtable was hosted by Stites & Harbison and Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough law firms and moderated by the Dean of Emory Law School. It covered how law firm and in-house business models are evolving in a changing economy.
10.19.2017 The State of Cross-Border Private Equity and the Role of Alternati...Expert Webcast
MAJOR TOPICS:
Overview of the private equity markets
Market and transactional trends in the US and Canadian private equity
Deal dynamics – structures, speed, execution
Resurgence in the IPO markets
Role of alternative capital pools in the deal economy
Industries and geographies
China cross-border investing
CFIUS process
PE to PE transactional trend
Increasing use of representations & warranties insurance
Value of advisors
Outlook for the future
Low Income Housing Tax Credit Funds Investment Opportunities For BanksRod Medallion
This document discusses low-income housing tax credit funds as investment opportunities for banks. It provides biographies of speakers at an event on this topic, including the Comptroller of the Currency, representatives from the OCC, CAHEC, and Ernst & Young. The presentation covers how housing tax credits differ from tax deductions, reasons to invest in housing tax credits, typical housing tax credit investors, methods of fund investing, benefits of fund investing, CAHEC's funds and portfolio, how to evaluate fund managers and funds, how housing tax credits are calculated, and underwriting and pricing considerations.
Ethics in Negotiation -- The ASC PresentationJohn DeGroote
This document summarizes an ethics in negotiation presentation given by Susan Hartman and John DeGroote. It discusses how formal rules of ethics do not address all areas of negotiation and provides perspectives on negotiation ethics from different roles involved, including partners, clients, in-house counsel, general counsel, CFOs, law firm associates, and mediators. It provides brief biographies of the two presenters, Susan Hartman and John DeGroote, and lists additional resources on negotiation ethics.
01.18.2018 Tax Reform and its Effect on Corporate AmericaExpert Webcast
The document summarizes an expert webcast on the effects of tax reform on corporate America featuring David L. Forst, a tax partner at Fenwick & West LLP, and moderated by Alexander B. Kasdan, a senior managing director at DelMorgan & Co. It provides brief biographies of Forst, an expert in international corporate taxation, and Kasdan, an investment banking advisor with over 25 years of experience advising middle market companies. The webcast aimed to address the timely and relevant issues faced by executives, boards, and their advisors in light of recent tax reform legislation.
Maximizing Value of Privately Held Company Expert Webcast
This panel discussion focused on maximizing the value of a privately held company. The panelists discussed the importance of having a solid legal foundation for the business through proper entity formation and shareholder agreements. Common issues with privately held companies like succession planning and conflicts between owners and management were also addressed. The panel recommended preplanning activities like interviewing investment bankers and improving financial reporting to prepare a company for a future transaction. Family law issues when going through a divorce, like fiduciary duties between spouses and valuing a community property business, were also covered.
Expert Webcast Maximizing Value of Privately Held CompanyExpert Webcast
This document summarizes a webcast panel on maximizing the value of a privately held company. The moderator was Alexander B. Kasdan of DelMorgan & Co. Panelists included Neil Morganbesser, President and CEO of DelMorgan & Co., William F. Capps, Partner and Chairman of Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP, and Harlee M. Gasmer, Partner at The Kolodny Law Group. The panel discussed preparing for personal eventualities like preserving business value and estate planning, resolving corporate issues, addressing financial matters, and preparing for a sale or recapitalization of the privately held company.
Expert Webcast: Maximizing Value of Privately Held CompanyExpert Webcast
Maximizing the Value of a Privately Held Company from the Corporate, Financial and Management Perspectives. This panel presentation addresses the issues involved in building, running and exiting a private company or a family-owned business, including owners’ personal considerations and business-related corporate law, financial and management issues.
Walt Metz Articles, Presentations and DecisionsWalt Metz
The document profiles Walter Metz, an in-house transportation lawyer. It lists his contact information and provides a biography describing his extensive experience working as general counsel for large transportation and logistics companies. The document also lists numerous articles, presentations and published appellate decisions authored by Mr. Metz relating to transportation law topics.
11.16.2017 Strategies for US Companies' Expansion AbroadExpert Webcast
Expansion structures: organic, mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, other
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Understanding local infrastructure, language and culture
Staffing a deal team
Due diligence and disclosures
Dispute resolution mechanisms
Transfer pricing, tax structures and repatriation of capital
Financing availability
This document summarizes a webcast on raising capital for companies. It introduces the moderator, panelists and organizer. The major topics to be discussed are: assessing capital requirements; uses of capital; legal and financial reporting requirements; valuation; debt vs equity; deal structure; maintaining control; types of investors; and the process of raising capital. The first panelist provides an overview of sources of private capital for different stages of high-tech/social media companies and conventional companies, including friends/family, venture capital, and private equity firms.
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The Supreme Court of Nebraska reversed the decision of the district court in a case challenging the constitutionality of a statute governing the calculation of taxes to fund education for students in non-high school districts. The Supreme Court found that: (1) the district court order finding the statute unconstitutional was a final, appealable order; (2) the case could not proceed as a class action due to conflicts of interest among class members; and (3) the plaintiffs were estopped from challenging the constitutionality of the statute since they utilized the statutory process for appealing the tax levy. The case was remanded to the district court for further proceedings.
The court affirmed the trial court's granting of summary judgment in favor of the defendants. The court found that there was no genuine issue of material fact regarding whether the special employer doctrine applied. Under the special employer doctrine, an employee can be considered simultaneously employed by both their primary employer and any other employer to whom their services were loaned, if three conditions are met: (1) an express or implied contract with the special employer; (2) the work being done is essentially for the special employer; and (3) the special employer has the right to control the work details. The court determined all three conditions were met, making the defendant the plaintiff's special employer and entitling the defendant to workers' compensation immunity.
Walt Metz is an experienced in-house legal counsel for transportation and supply chain companies. He has held roles as General Counsel and Vice President of Legal for several large companies. His experience includes establishing legal departments, facilitating acquisitions and financings, resolving complex litigation matters, and advising on transactions and regulatory compliance. Currently he works as a private legal consultant to transportation businesses.
Walt Metz is an experienced general counsel, corporate secretary, and business partner with over 25 years of experience advising companies in transportation, logistics, and warehousing industries. He has held in-house counsel roles at several large companies, establishing the first legal department at Americold Realty Trust and facilitating major transactions. Currently working as an independent consultant, Metz is seeking a new career challenge utilizing his skills in litigation management, risk management, M&A, and strategic planning.
Walt metz case -ewing v. board of equalizationWalt Metz
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help boost feelings of calmness, happiness and focus.
The document summarizes an upcoming Counsel to Counsel Forum on aligning litigation strategy, budget, and support. The forum will take place on May 13, 2010 in Miami, FL and discuss topics such as cost-efficient approaches to working with outside counsel, dealing with discovery issues, and using case assessments. Co-chairs Walt Metz and Suzie Brown Vazquez will lead discussions on creating metrics to measure litigation and handling complex cases. The event is free for corporate counsel but space is limited.
Guidleines for management of outside litigation counselWalt Metz
This document discusses strategies for efficiently managing litigated claims that have been assigned to outside counsel. It recommends that in-house counsel first set clear goals for litigation, such as limiting costs and achieving early resolution. It then provides tips for managing outside counsel, including carefully selecting a trial-ready attorney, negotiating billing rates, providing detailed instructions, and closely monitoring the case. The document stresses the importance of in-house involvement to control litigation costs and achieve superior results.
1) The FMCSA's CSA program aims to improve motor carrier safety monitoring and ratings. It began as a pilot in 2008 and will complete implementation in 2012 with new rules determining safety ratings based solely on carriers' own safety data.
2) Currently, CSA uses SMS methodology to monitor carriers and identify those needing intervention. It compares carriers' inspection data across seven BASICs categories. This data and percentile rankings are public but crash and cargo data are not.
3) Upcoming rules will base safety ratings (Fit/Unfit designations) solely on carriers' individual SMS data, eliminating the need for on-site reviews. This will make ratings more current and responsive to carriers' true safety
The document summarizes changes to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) hours of service (HOS) regulations for truck drivers. Key changes include:
1) Limiting drivers to one 34-hour restart period per week, and requiring it to include two periods from 1-5 AM.
2) Requiring drivers to take a 30-minute break after 8 hours of driving, effective July 2013.
3) Increasing fines for violations.
The changes are opposed by industry groups and safety advocates, who argue they will reduce productivity and increase costs without improving safety. Both sides have filed lawsuits challenging the rulemaking process.
Legal/Regulatory Developments Are Changing the Economic Landscape of TruckingWalt Metz
Changes to U.S. laws, primarily changes to FMCSA, EPA and NHTSA regulations, are “driving” up the cost of conducting the business of trucking and forever changing the economic landscape of trucking. The regulatory changes seem to be tipping the scales to the advantage of larger carriers, which may lead to substantial further consolidation of the industry. This article summarizes the regulatory changes and other factors making having this impact.
NEW LAWSUITS AND INTEREST GROUP CONCERNS KEEP CSA CONTROVERSIES BREWINGWalt Metz
Back in February I wrote a comprehensive review of Compliance, Safety, Accountability (“CSA”), the safety compliance monitoring program administered by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (“FMCSA”). Since then I have written three articles updating the constantly changing CSA landscape. My most recent CSA update was published in the July, 2012 edition of The Transportation Lawyer, a quarterly legal journal by the Transportation Lawyers of America, entitled “Recent Developments Show CSA Continues to be a Work in Progress”. At the conclusion of that latest article I said, that “[t]he implementation of CSA will be ongoing for the near future … The process has already been much slower than many would like, has not been without controversy and will likely generate new controversy. Stay tuned!” It did not take long before the filing of two major lawsuits and other developments called for yet another update article, this article entitled: “New Lawsuits and Interest Group Concerns Keep CSA Controversies Brewing”. CSA continues to be a controversial work in progress and this article summarizes the two new lawsuits and the other controversies that have recently arisen over CSA and the related Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP).
Metz July 2012 Trans Lawyer Article On CSA DevelopmentsWalt Metz
Walt Metz article entitled “Recent Developments Show CSA Continues To Be a Work in Progress” as published in the July, 2012 edition of "The Transportation Lawyer", a prestigious quarterly legal journal by the Transportation Lawyers of America.
Joyce M Sullivan, Founder & CEO of SocMediaFin, Inc. shares her "Five Questions - The Story of You", "Reflections - What Matters to You?" and "The Three Circle Exercise" to guide those evaluating what their next move may be in their careers.
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Are you interested to know what actions help in a job search? This webinar is the summary of several individuals who discussed their job search journey for others to follow. You will learn there are common actions that helped them succeed in their quest for gainful employment.
Success is often not achievable without facing and overcoming obstacles along the way. To reach our goals and achieve success, it is important to understand and resolve the obstacles that come in our way.
In this article, we will discuss the various obstacles that hinder success, strategies to overcome them, and examples of individuals who have successfully surmounted their obstacles.
In the intricate tapestry of life, connections serve as the vibrant threads that weave together opportunities, experiences, and growth. Whether in personal or professional spheres, the ability to forge meaningful connections opens doors to a multitude of possibilities, propelling individuals toward success and fulfillment.
Eirini is an HR professional with strong passion for technology and semiconductors industry in particular. She started her career as a software recruiter in 2012, and developed an interest for business development, talent enablement and innovation which later got her setting up the concept of Software Community Management in ASML, and to Developer Relations today. She holds a bachelor degree in Lifelong Learning and an MBA specialised in Strategic Human Resources Management. She is a world citizen, having grown up in Greece, she studied and kickstarted her career in The Netherlands and can currently be found in Santa Clara, CA.
We recently hosted the much-anticipated Community Skill Builders Workshop during our June online meeting. This event was a culmination of six months of listening to your feedback and crafting solutions to better support your PMI journey. Here’s a look back at what happened and the exciting developments that emerged from our collaborative efforts.
A Gathering of Minds
We were thrilled to see a diverse group of attendees, including local certified PMI trainers and both new and experienced members eager to contribute their perspectives. The workshop was structured into three dynamic discussion sessions, each led by our dedicated membership advocates.
Key Takeaways and Future Directions
The insights and feedback gathered from these discussions were invaluable. Here are some of the key takeaways and the steps we are taking to address them:
• Enhanced Resource Accessibility: We are working on a new, user-friendly resource page that will make it easier for members to access training materials and real-world application guides.
• Structured Mentorship Program: Plans are underway to launch a mentorship program that will connect members with experienced professionals for guidance and support.
• Increased Networking Opportunities: Expect to see more frequent and varied networking events, both virtual and in-person, to help you build connections and foster a sense of community.
Moving Forward
We are committed to turning your feedback into actionable solutions that enhance your PMI journey. This workshop was just the beginning. By actively participating and sharing your experiences, you have helped shape the future of our Chapter’s offerings.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of the Community Skill Builders Workshop. Your engagement and enthusiasm are what make our Chapter strong and vibrant. Stay tuned for updates on the new initiatives and opportunities to get involved. Together, we are building a community that supports and empowers each other on our PMI journeys.
Stay connected, stay engaged, and let’s continue to grow together!
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A Guide to a Winning Interview June 2024Bruce Bennett
This webinar is an in-depth review of the interview process. Preparation is a key element to acing an interview. Learn the best approaches from the initial phone screen to the face-to-face meeting with the hiring manager. You will hear great answers to several standard questions, including the dreaded “Tell Me About Yourself”.
1. WALTER R. METZ, JR.
7325 Laurel Oak Drive, Suwanee, GA 30024
770-888-3720
waltmetz@live.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/waltmetz
PERSPECTIVES OF OTHERS
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>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> PRIVATE LEGAL CONSULTANCY
Bob Goldberg
>Was Executive Vice
President and CFO, Gordon
Trucking, Inc.
>Worked directly with Walt
at Gordon while Walt
completed a financing/legal
project
Executive Vice President and
CFO, Gordon Trucking, Inc.
For a lawyer, Walt's actually a pretty reasonable guy. Walt and I worked
together on our biggest financing project to date. He held his ground vs. an
opposing counsel who was very insistent. His counsel was wise, and his
attention to detail assured that we got all the issues addressed.
Christopher Algeo
>Was Vice President and
Senior Relationship Manager,
Key Bank
>Was with another company
when working with Walt
Vice President and Senior
Relationship Manager, Key
Bank
“I worked with Walt on the opposite side of several transactions as he
represented a mutual transportation client. I found Walt to be extremely
detailed oriented and represented his client as GC with the highest level
of integrity. Walt took the time to fully understand the nature of the
transactions, listened carefully to the concerns and needs of the lender,
and made appropriate adjustments and recommendations as needed. I
would recommend Walt highly.”
Jamie Wally, CLP
>Was Vice President of Sales
and Marketing, WOW
Logistics
>Worked directly with Walt
at WOW Logistics when Walt
consulted
Executive Vice President of
Sales and Marketing, WOW
Logistics
“I recently had an opportunity to work with Walt on a couple of projects.
I was extremely impressed with his aptitude, knowledge of warehouse
law, and attention to detail. My company was in the process of hiring a
new general counsel and I was up against a deadline. He went out of his
way to provide feedback and guidance, so I could bring the matter to a
speedy and successful closure. I would highly recommend Walt to
anyone that needed an attorney for matters concerning third party
warehousing or transportation."
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Marc Blubaugh
>Was Partner, Co-Chair of
Transportation & Logistics
Practice Group, Benesch,
Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff
> Was with another company
when working with Walt
Co-Chair of Transportation &
Logistics Practice Group,
Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan
& Aronoff
“I have reviewed Walt's work product in my capacity as First Vice
President of the Transportation Lawyers Association and Editor of The
Transportation Lawyer journal. Walt has submitted well-written
bulletins and articles that have merited publication. He has a firm grasp
of current regulatory issues facing the transportation industry.”
Gordon McAuley
> Was Of Counsel,
Gumbiner & Eskridge
> Was with another company
when working with Walt
Of Counsel,
Gumbiner & Eskridge,
Former Chair of
Transportation Lawyers
Association
“I've had the pleasure of working with Walt for the past several years,
and appreciate his keen insight into the legal and business challenges of
the transportation industry. He has a fine legal mind, but also quite a
practical approach to problem solving. He is an excellent attorney, well
respected among his colleagues, and a valuable asset to the
transportation community.”
Eric Baker
> Was General Counsel, CRST
> Was with another company
when working with Walt
General Counsel, CRST “I've worked with Walt in the industry and have found him to be very
knowledgeable about the transportation industry. The transportation
newsletter he writes is very informative and evidences his
understanding of the complex issues facing the industry, today. I truly
look forward to receiving Walt's updates and reading his insightful
commentary.”
Dan Fulkerson
> Was Attorney, Lorance &
Thompson, P.C
> Was with another company
when working with Walt
Attorney, Lorance &
Thompson, P.C
“I have consulted with Walt on a number of wide ranging legal topics.
The legal and statutory framework in which the transportation industry
operates is constantly shifting. Walt can quickly drill down to the core
issues. His keen insight has been an asset and he has my highest
recommendation.”
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>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> OLD DOMINION FREIGHT LINE, INC. (2011)
Mark Scudder
>Was Partner, Scudder Law
Firm
>Was counsel for the
underwriter and Walt was the
lead in-house attorney for the
issuer
Partner, Scudder Law Firm,
Lincoln, NE
“I worked opposite Walt Metz on a public offering by his client, where
Scudder Law Firm was counsel for the underwriter and Walt was the
lead in-house attorney for the issuer. Walt was tireless in his efforts to
negotiate the best possible terms for his client. He was diligent,
resourceful, and tenacious when making, supporting, and defending his
client's point of view. He has a strong work ethic and was always ready
to work as hard as anyone else on the team. Moreover, his broad and
deep knowledge of the transportation industry, combined with his
ability to separate the important from the unimportant, streamlined
numerous issues, which was critical in a fast-moving process. He also
maintained a rigorous sense of value, insisting on a process and result
that respected both quality and cost. Walt's skill set would be valuable
for a broad range of companies in the transportation and logistics
supply chain.”
Ross Parr
>Was Partner, Womble
Carlyle Sandridge & Rice,
PLLC
>Was an outside counsel
working with Walt at Old
Dominion
Vice President-Legal Affairs,
General Counsel & Secretary,
Old Dominion Freight Line,
Inc.
“I had the opportunity to work with Walt on an equity transaction with a
very short timeline. Although Walt had only been with Old Dominion for
about a week, he immediately became involved with the internal and
external transaction team and helped get the transaction completed in a
timely manner. His careful attention to detail and thoughtful approach
was certainly appreciated.”
Dave Bates
>Was Regional Vice President,
Old Dominion Freight Line,
Inc. >Worked directly with
Walt at Old Dominion
Senior Vice President-
Operations at Old Dominion
Freight Line
“While Walt was at Old Dominion I had the opportunity to travel with
him over a 3 day period. Walt is very knowledgeable of the
transportation industry. Walt was able to build immediate working
relationships with all co-workers he met as well as get along with
everyone he came in contact with.”
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Mike Venegoni
>Was Vice President, Supply
Chain Services, Old Dominion
Freight Line, Inc
>Worked directly with Walt
at Old Dominion
President, Vault Logistics, Old
Dominion Freight Line, Inc
“Walt is a real pleasure to work with. He always made himself available
with practical, ethical and solid counsel. You can count on Walt to
deliver an excellent work product.”
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> AMERICOLD REALTY TRUST/AMERICOLD LOGISTICS
(2005-2010)
Tony Schnug
>Was CEO at Americold
Logistics
>Managed Walt at Americold
Logistics
Former CEO at Americold
Realty Trust and Americold
Logistics, LLC
(Recently deceased)
“I came to Americold as CEO after The Yucaipa Companies acquired a
minority interest, but had operating control. Previously, I was a Partner
at Yucaipa. At the time, Americold outsourced all legal work, and it was
decided that we required dedicated staff counsel. Walt was selected for
that position from amongst several candidates. In this position, Walt
reported to me and developed a comprehensive in-house legal
operation. He worked with diligence on many projects. Primarily, his
legal efforts centered on the full portfolio of business issues: contracts,
environmental, employment. Americold employed 7,000 in 98 locations
nationwide and generated revenues in excess of $700 million. Walt
represented the firm well in all manner of work. Walt also worked with
the owner group (Vornado, Crescent and Yucaipa) on projects brought
forth by the sponsors. Of note, was a major bank refinancing completed
in 2007. His experience at Americold both utilized and enhanced his
professional experience.”
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Maryam Komejan
> Was Executive Vice
President, HR, Americold
Logistics
>Worked directly with Walt
at Americold Logistics
CEO and Managing Director at
The Zeika Group LLC
While working with Walt at Americold Logistics, I found him to be highly
conscientious and helpful. He would be a dedicated, hard-working attorney in
any corporate environment (I have had a great many years of experience
working with corporate attorneys). He is also very principled and trustworthy.
Greg Bryan
> Was Executive Vice
President, Transportation,
Americold Logistics
>Worked directly with Walt
at Americold Logistics
Executive Vice President-
Transportation at Americold
Realty Trust and Americold
Logistics, LLC
“Walt worked with me at Americold Logistics and did an excellent job
handling our contract and other related issues for my team. He has an
excellent knowledge of the Transportation industry. Walt's unique
combination of business and legal skills enables him to effectively work
through difficult contract issues to arrive at mutually acceptable terms.
He would be a fine asset to any organization.”
Chris Hughes
>Was EVP—Business
Development at Americold
Logistics
>Worked directly with Walt
at Americold Logistics
Chris Hughes
Principal at Sherborn
Ventures, LLC
“Walt and I worked together at Americold Logistics on legal matters
involving the company in general as well as business development items
specifically. Those items included, among others, contract development
and resolution, claim settlements, litigation, and arbitration. Walt's
work ethic was excellent and his deliverables were always detailed and
well-researched and supported. Walt always took the necessary time to
fully understand the issue at hand prior to delivering the appropriate
legal counsel. I highly recommend Walt and believe that his skills and
attitude will be a huge asset for any company fortunate enough to hire
him.”
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Tony Cossentino
>Was SVP and CFO,
Americold Logistics
>Managed Walt indirectly at
Americold Logistics
Chief Financial Officer at
Environmental Logistics
Services, Bridgewater, NJ
“Walt and I worked together at Americold Logistics on several general
business and legal matters, including contract negotiations, litigation
and insurance claims. Walt's work product was always excellent and on
time. His "get the job done" work ethic was essential as Americold
continued to grow in a fast paced and highly competitive environment.
In addition to being an outstanding lawyer, Walt took the time to
understand the business aspects of the issues we faced which made his
advice and counsel extremely valuable. I have met and worked with a
number of good lawyers, but only a few that have the combination of
legal skills and business sense that Walt possesses. He will be a great
addition to any company he chooses to join.”
Dion Kohler
>Partner , Jackson Lewis, LLP
>Was an outside counsel
working with Walt at
Americold Logistics
Partner at Jackson Lewis LLP,
Atlanta, GA
“I had the privilege of working with Walt during his tenure as GC of
Americold. I would highly recommend Walt as an intelligent, practical
problem solver who would be an asset to any organization. He is
professional and works well with his internal client and outside legal
providers. He always added value to our discussions, prioritized matters
appropriately and was a pleasure to partner with. He has a broad range
of knowledge and is a skilled legal counsel as well. I would recommend
without hesitation.”
Lee Hamann
>Was Partner at McGrath
North Mullin & Kratz, PC LLO
>Was attorney for another
company doing business with
Americold Logistics
Partner at McGrath North
Mullin & Kratz, PC LLO,
Omaha, NE
“I have worked opposite Walt on very large, complex business
transactions and am impressed with his diligence, integrity, courtesy
and win-win approach to getting the deal done. He has a can-do,
problem-solver attitude and the skill to back it up.”
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Howard Rosenburg
>Was Business and Securities
Litigation Attorney, DLA Piper
US LLP
>Was an outside counsel
working with Walt at
Americold Logistics
Partner at Kopecky,
Schumacher & Bleakley, P.C.,
Chicago, IL
“Walt and I worked together closely on a legal matter. Walt was General
Counsel and I was outside counsel. The matter was highly technical
requiring deep analysis of accounting and legal principles. As GC, Walt
managed the matter smoothly and methodically. While he maintained
attention to detail, he did not lose sight of the big picture. I enjoyed
working with Walt and would look forward to doing so again.”
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> SEARS, ROEBUCK AND COMPANY (2002-2005)
David Chameli
>Was Associate General
Counsel - Supply
Chain/Logistics, IT and
Corporate Procurement, Sears
Holdings Corporation
> Worked directly with Walt
at Sears
Vice President, General
Counsel, Moving Services
Worldwide at SIRVA
“I have known Walt since 2002 when he joined the Sears law
department in 2002. Walt enjoys an excellent reputation in the
transportation, warehouse and supply chain industry based upon his
knowledge of the legal and operational issues that arise. He is
particularly well-versed in transportation litigation ranging from risk
management to the recent trends in owner-operator misclassification,
hours of service and safety rankings.”
Peter Brennan
>Was Associate General
Counsel, Sears, Roebuck and
Co.
>Managed Walt at Sears,
Roebuck & Co.
Partner at Jenner & Block “Walt is a terrific person to work with and I was privileged to be his
colleague. He is thoughtful, thorough, and brings a fresh perspective to
every new problem. He has excellent judgment and any organization
would be lucky to have him as part of its team.”
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Dan Dupre
> Was Senior Counsel at
Sears, Roebuck & Co.
> Worked directly with Walt
at Sears, Roebuck & Co.
Deputy General Counsel,
Federal Signal Corporation
“Walt is a highly experienced litigation counsel who was able to quickly
become familiar with and master new areas of litigation that he had not
handled before such as complex consumer class actions. My sense of
Walt is that he is a person of high integrity, intelligent, diligent,
conscientious and mindful of the budget and costs of litigation. He is
well-versed at managing outside counsel and providing sound advice to
his in-house clients. He was well-liked as a person within our law
department, well-respected, and known for his sense of humor. He has
gone on from Sears to take a position as a General Counsel, which has
only broadened his experience and added to his strength as a corporate
counsel.”
Roger Longtin
>Partner , DLA, Piper
>Was an outside counsel
working with Walt at Sears
and Americold Logistics
Partner at DLA, Piper, US, LLP,
Chicago, IL
“I have worked with Walt in complex litigation arising out of business
transactions at two different companies. Walt understands both the
business and litigation context as well as anybody I ever worked with--
plus he has a sense of humor.”
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> WERNER ENTERPRISES, INC. (1995-2002)
Duncan Manley
>Was Partner, Christian & Small
LLP
>Worked directly with Walt
Partner, Christian & Small
LLP, Birmingham, AL
“I have known Walt Metz for many years. He has served as General
Counsel to several companies, including some in the transportation field
and is acutely aware of the legal issues trucking companies deal with on
a daily basis. I recently had the opportunity to read several legal
articles he has written regarding transportation law which clearly
illustrate his knowledge of the industry in general and his knowledge of
the FMCSA and CSA in particular. I highly recommend him as a source
for consultation about these matters and their applicability and impact
on decision making in this highly regulated industry.
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Grant B. Smith
>Was Partner , Dennis, Corry,
Porter & Smith, LLP
>Was an outside counsel
working with Walt at
Americold Logistics Walt at
Werner Enterprises, Inc.
Partner at Dennis, Corry,
Porter & Smith, LLP, Atlanta,
GA
“Walt was a sophisticated attorney managing multiple large exposure
cases across the United States. He understood the myriad of issues that
arose in large trucking cases and provided just the right balance
between supervision and freedom for outside counsel to do the job. He
was a pleasure to work with.”
Robert Franklin
>Was Principal , Franklin &
Prokopik, PC
>Was an outside counsel
working with Walt at
Americold Logistics Walt at
Werner Enterprises, Inc.
Principal at Franklin &
Prokopik, Franklin &
Prokopik, Baltimore, MD
“I have known Walt for many years. We worked quite a bit back when
Walt was with Werner Enterprises. He was the primary person at
Werner to whom I, as one of Werner's outside counsel, reported. Walt
was always a consummate professional - well knowledgeable, prepared,
thorough, and reasonable in his assessment of claims and what he
wanted done. Moreover, dealing with Walt was a positive experience
because he was always pleasant and personable. Walt would definitely
be a valuable asset to any business.”
David Williams
>Was Workers’'
Compensation Manager ,
Werner Enterprises
>Worked directly with Walt
at Werner Enterprises, Inc.
Vice President - Claims & Risk
Control at Aon Risk Solutions,
Omaha, NE
“Walt was always a great guy to work with. Walt supervised Werner's
outside counsel, and he provided direction to the claims people in the
liability dept. and workers' comp. dept. His door was always open, and
he provided quality and creative legal advice to us claims people. I
learned a lot from him professionally and personally during our time
together at Werner. We also had a few discussions about the state of
Husker football....................”
Doug Pedersen
>Was Senior Director Human
Resources , Werner
Enterprises Inc.
>Worked directly with Walt
at Werner Enterprises, Inc.
Business Founder at HR
Systems, Omaha, NE
“Walt was a great resource while we worked together at Werner. His is
strong in his knowledge base and deals with all situations in a fair and
ethical manner.”
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>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> GENERAL LEADERSHIP ROLES
Frederick J. Krebs
>Was President, Association
of Corporate Counsel (ACC)
when Walt was a volunteer
leader at ACC
Strategic Corporate Counsel
Adviser, Clearspire,
Senior Adviser, ACC
“Walt was an active volunteer leader in ACC who had the ability to bring
people together and organize as well as motivate other volunteers to get
things accomplished. He is knowledgeable, articulate and well-regarded
by his peers.”
Susan Hackett
>Was Senior Vice President
and General Counsel,
Association of Corporate
Counsel, when Walt was a
volunteer leader at ACC
CEO, CLO, Legal Executive
Leadership, LLC
“Walt has been a great leader in ACC for many years - on everything
from our public interest work (such as pro bono and diversity projects)
to substantive presentations that have helped in-house counsel do their
jobs better. I've known him for far longer than our youthful features
might belie (:-), and so I've had the pleasure of seeing him in action over
time, in several working environments, and under all kinds of different
pressures: he's a great executor and a wonderful person to work with ...