During the 2019 legislative session, State Representative Jason Fischer introduced and sponsored House Bill No. 7103. The proposed bill contained language that amended various state statutes, all dealing with development in Florida. On June 28, 2019, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the bill into law. While the bill is not controversial, […]
Corporations that want to make a profit and, at the same time, act in a socially conscious manner can incorporate as Social Purpose Corporations (“SP Corp.”) or Benefit Corporations (“B Corp.”) under Florida law. This type of structure can help steer and maintain the corporation’s goals, help with branding, and […]
Jimerson Birr named “Best Companies to Work For in Florida” for the fifth consecutive year by Florida Trend Magazine.
Jacksonville, Fla. – July 31, 2019 – For the fifth consecutive year, Jimerson Birr, a Jacksonville-based business law firm, has made the prestigious list of “Best Companies to Work For in Florida”, and is the only law firm in the area to make the list. Florida Trend Magazine publishes the […]
Featured in the July 2019 Issue Partner’s Perspective: The Red, White and Blue of American Patriotism Begins in July But Never Ends Registration is now open for the Construction Law 101 seminar Standing room only at Hans Wahl’s recent community association seminar New Law Blogs Curiosities, Ruminations and Various Eccentricities […]
Florida Law requires that any new company wishing to incorporate in the state of Florida file articles of incorporation with the Florida Department of State. The articles of incorporation is the document that establishes the formation of the company. If you are forming a new company seeking to incorporate in […]
For many companies, the award of a single public contract can help cement long-lasting relationships that may result in years of continuing business. Therefore, it is important for companies of all sizes to know and understand the requirements and bidding process in Florida when bidding on a public procurement contract. […]
Featured in the June 2019 Issue Partner’s Perspective: How Bob Seger Taught Me How to Stop Listening and Start Hearing Board-certified attorney Ryan Maloney is the newest partner to join our construction law practice Avengers assemble: six Jimerson Birr attorneys are recognized by Florida Super Lawyers magazine New Law Blogs […]
Jacksonville, Fla. – June 20, 2019 – The law firm of Jimerson Birr is home to six attorneys receiving recognition from Florida Super Lawyers Magazine. Partners Charles B. Jimerson and James O. “Joby” Birr were named 2019 Super Lawyers. Additionally, Austin B. Calhoun, Brandon C. Meadows, Adam B. Edgecombe and […]
An announcement of Partner Ryan Maloney joining Jimerson Birr is published in the Attorney At Law Magazine and in the JAX Chamber News.