Greetings Everyone: 

Welcome to the first [FLN - Coral Gables Chapter] meeting of 2018. 

Seems like yesterday when we were celebrating the start of 2017, so definitely make sure to write down those goals and make it a great year for 2018.

Also, please keep in mind that since Flemings is normally closed for lunch it is critical that everyone that is planning to attend register at least 24 hours in advance of every Chapter meeting. This will give our staff enough time to notify the venue so they can be properly staffed and prepared to present a great lunch meeting.

Additionally, since I have not had a chance to connect with many of you recently, I am planning to visit this esteemed Chapter, so I sincerely look forward to seeing many of you at the upcoming Chapter meeting.

Here are some important Chapter updates to note:

Membership Updates:

Eric Gonzales - Real Estate Law has become the newest member of the Chapter, and I understand that many of you have already started connecting with him.

Mary Ann Ruiz - Association Law - recently transferred from the [FLN - Doral Chapter] and looks forward to connecting with many of you in this Chapter.

Matthew Druckman - Forensic Accounting: - Recently joined us in the last several months and we look forward to learning more about his expertise.

Also, we have a some great membership opportunities in the following areas of practice:

Personal Injury: 

Also, there is a PI spot open in the Chapter and we are looking for great candidates that are able to handle cases in this area while being able to make lots of referrals in other areas of practice.

Criminal Defense: 

Still a few spots open, and when we round out these popular areas of practice, we get great diversity, more business opportunities, and still maintain exclusivity. 

Elder Law: 

Very important area of practice, and if memory serves correctly, this may never have been filled in this Chapter, so qualified and experienced candidates are definitely being sought for membership. 

Workers' Compensation Law:

While this may be a limited area of practice, many of our more established [FLN - Chapters] have attorneys in this category that do very well, so be on the lookout for qualified colleagues  that represent folks that are injured in the work place. 

Check out the Chapter Membership Grid to connect and reconnect with fellow members. 

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Events:

Despite the busy Holiday season in December, I understand that many of you were able to attend a Power Lunch this past session and the new round of sessions will be released shortly.

Next Chapter meeting will be on 02/22/18, and unless you hear otherwise - on the 4th Thursday of every month.

Click the link below to check on the recent Power Lunches:  

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Chapter Speakers/Ethics:

Our scheduled speakers for the upcoming meeting will be Jonathan Blecher and David Rogero, and Maggie Abdo-Gomez will be presenting Ethics. 

Click the link below to view the list of upcoming speakers:  

[FLN - Coral Gables Chapter]

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Chapter News, Updates and Announcements

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Greetings Everyone: 

Welcome to the final [FLN - Coral Gables Chapter] meeting of 2017.

Despite Irma's visit, it's been a great year, and the days march on quickly. 

Great turnout expected for the upcoming meeting, as many of the Chapter Members are registered to attend. 

As always, great energy and enthusiasm from our friends and colleagues, and it should be another great Chapter meeting.

Here are some important Chapter updates to note:

Membership:

Matthew Druckman becomes the newest member of the [FLN - Coral Gables Chapter] and will be representing the area of Forensic Accounting.

Welcome to Matthew Druckman, and we look forward to learning more about his experience and services.

Candidate Eric Gonzales for Real Estate Law will be attending the Chapter meeting, so be sure to introduce yourself, and learn more about his experience and expertise.

Also, we have a some great membership opportunities in the following areas of practice:

Personal Injury: 

One spot just opened for the first time in many moons. Nominations and recommendations are strongly encouraged, so that this spot goes to the best candidate available.

Criminal Defense: 

Still a few spots open, and when we round out these popular areas of practice, we get great diversity, more business opportunities, and still maintain exclusivity. 

Elder Law: 

Very important area of practice, and if memory serves correctly, this may never have been filled in this Chapter, so qualified and experienced candidates are definitely being sought for membership. 

Workers' Compensation Law:

While this may be a limited area of practice, many of our more established [FLN - Chapters] have attorneys in this category that do very well, so be on the lookout for qualified colleagues  that represent folks that are injured in the work place. 

Financial Adviser:

Recently opened, and the best candidates for this category are professionals with a wide range of contacts and clients, that are looking for attorneys to help with their legal services.

Check out the Chapter Membership Grid to connect and reconnect with fellow members. 

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Events:

Lots of Power Lunches scheduled for December, so if you still don't have one on your calendar, please take the initiative and join one of the groups in progress. 

The new session will be released shortly, so be ready to connect with fellow friends and colleagues during the Holiday Season.

Next Chapter meeting will be 01/25/18 and unless you hear otherwise - on the 4th Thursday of every month.

Click the link below to check on your Power Lunch groups.

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Chapter Speakers/Ethics:

Our scheduled speakers for the upcoming meeting will be Bruce Bounds and Chantal Kahale, so make sure to arrive early, and get a great seat for these presentations. 

Lori Friedman will be presenting Ethics, and the list of upcoming speakers can be found by clicking the link below.

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