Influential

Music Industry Legal Giant Joel Katz Passes Away at 80 After Influential Career and Courageous Health Battles

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Atlanta, GA – Joel Katz, a prominent Atlanta-based attorney known for his deep ties to the music industry, passed away on Friday at the age of 80 after battling Parkinson’s disease among other health issues. Katz, a long-time partner at Greenberg Traurig, played a pivotal role in shaping the careers of numerous music legends through his legal expertise. Katz’s client roster read like a who’s who of the music industry, including high-profile figures like Justin Timberlake, James Brown, and Jimmy Buffett. He was also instrumental in representing major music awards such as the Grammy Awards … Read more

Lagos Hosts Influential Figures at the 6th Edition of the Industry Summit/Awards, Welcoming a Distinguished 6-Man Jury

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Lagos, Nigeria — A distinguished jury of six has been appointed for the upcoming sixth installment of the prestigious Industry Summit/Awards, according to an announcement by The Industry Newspaper, which also hosts the event. The ceremony, integral to the brand marketing community in West Africa, will be chaired by Tolulope Ogunjobi, a noted broadcast journalist and business editor at TVC News. Joining Ogunjobi on the jury are Daniel Obi, Media Business Editor at BusinessDay and chairman of the Brand Journalists Association of Nigeria (BJAN); Raheem Akingbolu, senior correspondent at ThisDay Newspaper; Afolabi Idowu, marketing correspondent … Read more

Kevin Orsini Tops 2025 List of Influential Litigators and Trial Attorneys, According to Crain’s New York Business

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New York, NY – In the rapidly evolving landscape of legal endeavors, Kevin Orsini stands out as a significant figure, especially noted for his work heading into 2025. Known prominently within legal circles in New York, Orsini has gained a reputation not only for his sharp litigation skills but also for his approachable demeanor in the aggressive world of trial attorneys. Orsini’s body of work speaks to a profound dedication to the legal profession, marked by participation in several high-stakes cases over recent years. He has been instrumental in navigating complex legal strategies that have … Read more

Florida’s Young Legal Minds Compete for Influential Roles in Bar’s Board Elections

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division (YLD) is currently holding elections for its Board of Governors across three key circuits – the Ninth, 17th, and 11th. Lawyers who are members of the Florida Bar and fall within these circuits with contested races are eligible to participate in the vote, either online through the MyFloridaBar Member Portal or by traditional mail, with all ballots due by March 17. The elections spotlight the broader ambitions of the YLD to actively enhance the role of young lawyers in legal practice and governance. The selected candidates … Read more