Read the latest news from our members
in alphabetical order by company name
Three experts from Braumiller Law Group recognised for their thought leadership in the US
DMJPS CPAs + Advisors Unveils Leadership Transition: Drew Haddock Appointed as Successor CEO
EuroAudit Ltd successfully passed Audit Monitoring control
GF&M is 30
Marianne Olivares and Pamela Benzán Arbaje promoted to partners at Guzmán Ariza, Attorneys at Law
Three new members among KraftCPAs leadership additions
MH&H welcomes its incoming class of 2024 Law School Graduates
Offit Kurman strengthens Business Law and Transactions Practice with addition of Franchise Law Attorney David Cahn
Pallett Valo recognised as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms in five practice areas
Recent news from WJM Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie
Three Braumiller Law Group professionals have been recognised as Mondaq Thought Leading Authors for Compliance, United States in the mondaq Autumn 2024 awards:
Adrienne BraumillerMike SmiszekJudy Davis
Mondaq Thought Leadership Awards are released twice yearly in autumn and spring. The awards showcase Mondaq top authors and co-authors based on total readership for the previous six months, showing an overall award winner across a number of countries.
Braumiller Law Firm is a highly respected boutique law firm focused on international trade compliance and proven strategies to optimise global trade business practices. The attorneys and trade advisors of Braumiller Law Group know exactly how to navigate the intricate maze of global trade regulations, and have a successful track record for helping clients save millions of dollars in compliance penalties.
GGI member firm Braumiller Law GroupDallas, TX, USAT: +1 214 348 9306
Law Firm Services, Customs & International Trade
Contact Adrienne Braumiller.
Contact Mike Smiszek.
Contact Judy Davis.
GREENSBORO, NC, 01 November 2024 — DMJPS PLLC, a Top 200 US CPA and accounting firm based in North Carolina, proudly announces the appointment of Drew Haddock and Mike Gillis as co-CEOs, effective 01 November 2024. They will jointly serve as co-CEOs for a one-year period, after which Drew will assume the position of CEO. Mike Gillis will maintain his full-time role as partner, focusing on the firm’s strategic planning, growth initiatives, and client services.
After 26 years of leadership by Mike Gillis, the transition to Drew Haddock as CEO ensures the firm’s dedication to excellence in client service and its commitment to its core values – its people, clients, and communities.
“Assuming the role of CEO at such a pivotal time in our company’s history is both a privilege and a responsibility that I do not take lightly,” said Drew Haddock. “We are excited to build upon our strong foundation and drive future growth, innovation, and success for DMJPS and our valued clients. Our specialised knowledge ensures a future-focused, proactive, and thoughtful approach as the firm strives to Be Greater."
Drew is an experienced DMJPS partner in tax and accounting, specialising in tax planning and compliance for privately held businesses, organizations, and corporations in diverse industries such as retail and wholesale, manufacturing, distribution, and real estate industries. He is a graduate of both North Carolina State University, BS in Accounting, and East Carolina University, MS in Accounting. Based in DMJPS PLLC’s Sanford, North Carolina office, his expertise includes:
Tax planning and compliance: Specialising in tax planning and compliance for corporations, partnerships, and individuals, with significant experience in multi-state tax compliance;
Advisory: Advising clients on complex transactions like Section 1031 like-kind exchanges, opportunity zone incentives, and mergers and acquisitions;
Professional Involvement: Active in the professional community, currently serving as treasurer on Sanford Area Growth Alliance’s (SAGA) Board of Directors, the State Employees’ Credit Union Local Advisory Board, and formerly the NCACPA Tax Committee; member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants (NCACPA);
Leadership: Alum of Leadership North Carolina, a programme designed to develop and engage committed leaders across the state.
Mike Gillis has served over for three decades in firm leadership roles including Managing Partner and CEO since 1992. He will continue to take an active role in the firm as a partner, with a leadership role in operations and client development. Gillis is a frequent presenter on tax matters and provides invaluable guidance to his clients, privately-held businesses and their owners, by helping them achieve their long-term financial goals through proactive planning. He is a graduate of Thiel College in Pennsylvania, with a BA in Accounting and Business Administration. His extensive experience includes:
Taxation: Corporate and individual returns, tax planning and research, litigation support on tax matters, and international tax;
Advisory: Estate and succession planning, and specialised industry advisory including R&D tax credits;
Financial planning: Recognised as a Personal Financial Specialist by the AICPA, this credential combines extensive tax expertise with comprehensive financial planning knowledge;
Professional Involvement: Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (Tax Division), North Carolina Association of CPAs (NCACPA), and Greensboro Estate Planning Council; has served multiple terms on the CPAmerica International Board of Directors, including as chair;
Leadership: United Way of Greater Greensboro, Board of Directors and Treasurer, as well as a Leadership North Carolina alum.
Building a bright future together
This leadership transition coincides with DMJPS's 75th anniversary celebration, further underscoring the firm’s well-defined and structured succession plan. DMJPS celebrated this year with several notable achievements, including being named a Family Forward NC Certified Employer, a Best of Accounting Award by ClearlyRated, a Best Employer by Business North Carolina, and a 2024 Regional Southeast Leader by Accounting Today.
DMJPS PLLC is a tax, assurance, and business advisory firm that provides a wide range of specialised solutions and routinely solves complex matters for individuals, privately-held businesses, non-profit organisations, and corporations. With North Carolina offices from the mountains to the coast in Greensboro, Asheville, Boone, Durham, Marion, Sanford, and Wilmington, DMJPS provides solutions from one reliable firm.
GGI member firm DMJPS PLLCGreensboro, NC, USAT: +1 336 275 9886
Auditing & Accounting, Tax, Advisory, Corporate Finance, Fiduciary & Estate Planning
Drew HaddockContact Drew Haddock.
Mike GillisContact Mike Gillis.
GGI member firm EuroAudit has successfully passed the rigorous Audit Monitoring visit conducted by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (ICPAC).
This achievement underscores EuroAudit’s unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality assurance in its accounting and auditing services.
The Audit Monitoring process involved a thorough examination of the firm's practices, methods, and adherence to the stringent requirements outlined in Section 9 of the Quality Assurance regulations.
EuroAudit has a well-established reputation as one of the best medium-sized accounting and audit firms in Cyprus.
This recognition reinforces EuroAudit’s dedication to providing its clients with professional, reliable, and high-quality services that meet and exceed clients’ expectations.
The EuroAudit team will continue to strive for excellence in all their endeavours.
GGI member firm EuroAudit Ltd - Chartered Certified Accountants & Business AdvisorsNicosia, CyprusT: +357 2266 77 34
Auditing & Accounting, Tax, Advisory, Corporate Finance
George ChristouContact George.
EuroAudit is an accounting, auditing, tax, and consulting firm -- established in 2008 in Cyprus -- that provides a full range of professional, technical, consulting, and business services (such as accounting, audit, tax planning and compliance) to clients in a wide range of industries.
Thank you for 30 great years!
On 01 November 1994, Peter Gordon, Thomas Mammarella and Emmanuel Fournaris founded Gordon, Fournaris & Mammarella, P.A. While working together at another firm, Peter, Tom and Manny decided to take a leap of faith and set out on their own to create a law firm specialising in estate planning, real estate, and business transactions.
As they turned their dream into reality, the firm grew and evolved to provide an ever wider variety of legal services, executed by highly skilled attorneys and staff. The GGI member boutique firm stands out in the legal world in so many ways that even other law firms routinely recommend them to clients.
GF&M is consistently recognised in national rankings, such as US News-Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”, The Best Lawyers in America®, and the Chambers High Net Worth Guide.
Each and every client is given the same attention, respect, and top-notch comprehensive legal advice. The team at GF&M takes pride in who they are, and where they came from.
Congratulations, Peter, Tom and Manny on three decades of success, and thank you for choosing to make your mark in the legal world.
GGI member firm Gordon, Fournaris & Mammarella, P.A.Wilmington, DE, USAT: +1 302 652 2900
Law Firm Services
SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, June 20, 2023 — Guzmán Ariza is pleased to announce the promotion of attorneys Marianne Olivares and Pamela Benzán Arbaje to partners of the firm. With these appointments, Guzmán Ariza consolidates its offerings in the areas of litigation, tourism, and corporate law, while recognising the professional excellence and the importance of gender equality and the diversity of its team.
Marianne Olivares has excelled for ten years in the areas of litigation, real estate, and tourism law at the firm’s offices in Bávaro-Punta Cana, Casa de Campo, and La Romana, advising real estate developers, hotels, condominiums, and the most important tourist complexes in the Dominican Republic's eastern region. She is also a professor of Civil Law and Civil Procedural Law at the Universidad Central del Este (UCE).
Marianne is a graduate of the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM) where she obtained her law degree, magna cum laude, with a master's degree in Civil Law and Civil Procedure from the Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo (UASD).
Pamela Benzán Arbaje has excelled in the practice of corporate and commercial law in the Santo Domingo office, participating in important mergers and acquisitions transactions, project financing, and, especially, in corporate restructuring and liquidation matters where she has excelled, participating in most of the corporate restructuring and insolvency cases that are pending in the Dominican courts.
Pamela is the coordinator of the Restructuring Procedures Observatory of the Dominican Federation of Chambers of Commerce (FEDOCAMARAS), and advises the Restructuring Commission and the Legal Department of the Chamber of Commerce and Production of Santo Domingo on commercial restructuring matters.
Pamela is a graduate of the Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE), where she obtained a law degree, summa cum laude, with a master's degree from the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom, in Commercial Law.
Recently, Pamela and Marianne were jointly recognised as the best students of the 10th promotion of the Master of Laws in Law and Management at the International Institute of Law and Business (INIDEM). Both have also been recognised as outstanding attorneys by Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500 legal directories.
The announcement of their promotion was made by Fabio J. Guzmán Ariza, President of the firm, who said: “Throughout their tenure, Marianne and Pamela have showcased a profound alignment with our core values of integrity, client service, excellence, teamwork, and innovation – the hallmark of professional practice at Guzmán Ariza for nearly a century. Their promotions serve as recognition for their exemplary understanding of these values and their exceptional performance and commitment in their respective fields: tourism and litigation in the case of Marianne Olivares, and corporate and commercial law with respect to Pamela. We are invigorated and inspired to approach our firm's centenary and beyond, strengthened by the addition of our new partners.”
Founded in 1927, Guzmán Ariza is the largest law firm in the Dominican Republic, with 11 partners, 51 attorneys, and eight offices strategically located throughout the country. The firm offers a full range of services through a multidisciplinary team. Its practices have earned it a reputation as a trusted and respected firm that produces results.
GGI member firm Guzmán Ariza, Attorneys at LawSanto Domingo, Dominican Republic+1 809 255 0980
Law Firm Services, Advisory
Contact Marianne Olivares
Contact Pamela Benzán Arbaje
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, 01 November 2024 — Jason Anderson, Katie Grant, and Vikki Gray have been admitted as members at KraftCPAs PLLC, while Sean Owens and Scott Nalley have been elevated to member-in-charge positions.
Jason Anderson is the newest member in the firm’s tax services division, where he works with clients in the manufacturing/wholesale/distribution and entertainment industries. He joined Kraft first as an intern in 2013, then full time in 2015. He is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University with a Master of Accountancy and BS in Business Administration.
Katie Grant has become a member of the assurance services team, where she works primarily with clients in the non-profit, service, and manufacturing/wholesale/distribution industries. She joined Kraft in 2011 after graduating from the University of South Florida with a BS in Accounting, and from Middle Tennessee State University with a MS in Accounting and Information Systems.
Vikki Gray is also a member of the assurance services department, where her clients include investment companies, tax-exempt organisations, and manufacturing/wholesale/distribution entities. As well, she works extensively with employee benefit plan audits. She graduated from Tennessee Tech University with a BS in Accounting and joined Kraft in 2009.
Sean Owens and Scott Nalley have moved into member-in-charge positions, and will oversee operations and strategic planning for their respective departments – Owens in assurance services, and Nalley in risk assurance and advisory services. Both were previously members of those departments.
These new positions coincide with Chris Hight’s elevation to chief manager. The moves were effective 01 November 2024.
Founded in 1958 by the late Joe Kraft, KraftCPAs PLLC is one of the largest independent certified public accounting firms in Tennessee with a staff of more than 200 people. KraftCPAs has offices in Nashville, Chattanooga, Columbia, and Lebanon, as well as four affiliates that offer additional specialised services. For more information, visit kraftcpas.com.
GGI member firm KraftCPAs PLLCNashville, Chattanooga, Columbia, Lebanon, TN, USAT: +1 615 242 7351
Contact Jason Anderson.
Contact Katie Grant.
Contact Vikki Gray.
GARDEN CITY, NY, 09 October 2024 — GGI member firm Moritt Hock & Hamroff is pleased to welcome Sidney Balaban, Danielle Halevi, Juliette Matchton, and Sam Tanenbaum as members of its incoming class of 2024 law school graduates. Sidney joins the firm's creditors' rights, restructuring & bankruptcy, and litigation practice groups. Danielle joins the firm's condominium & cooperative services, and corporate practice groups, Juliette joins the firm's intellectual property, and privacy, cybersecurity & technology practice groups; and Sam joins the firm's intellectual property and sports law practice groups. All previously served as summer associates of the firm.
“We are excited to welcome Sidney, Danielle, Juliette, and Sam to our team,” said Michael Cardello III, Managing Partner at Moritt Hock & Hamroff. “Their diverse backgrounds and experiences, coupled with their fresh perspectives, will enhance the firm as well as the services we provide to our clients. We look forward to seeing them thrive as they begin their careers at MH&H.”
Sidney Balaban earned his JD from St. John's University School of Law where he served as a staff member of the St. John's Law Review. He earned his BA in Russian and Eurasian Studies from Bard College.
Danielle Halevi earned her JD from Benjamin J. Cardozo School of Law. She earned her BA in Political Science from Stony Brook University.
Juliette Matchton earned her JD from the Maurice A. Dean School of Law at Hofstra University, where she served as the associate editor of the Family Court Review and was a pro bono scholar recipient. She earned her BA in Communications and Media Studies from the University of Michigan.
Sam Tanenbaum earned his JD from Fordham University School of Law where he was the associate editor of the Fordham Intellectual Property, Media & Entertainment Law Journal. He earned his BA in Economics from the University of Maryland.
GGI member firmMoritt Hock & Hamroff LLP Garden City (NY), New York (NY), USAT: +1 516 873 2000Law Firm Services
Contact Sidney Balaban.
Contact Danielle Halevi.
Contact Juliette Matchton.
Contact Sam Tannenbaum.
Moritt Hock & Hamroff LLP is a 90-attorney, full-service, commercial law firm, founded in 1980, that provides a wide range of legal services to businesses, corporations, and individuals worldwide from its offices in New York City, on Long Island, and in Florida.
BALTIMORE, MD, 01 August 2024 — Offit Kurman is pleased to welcome attorney David Cahn to the firm’s business law and transactions practice group. David joins the firm as a principal in the firm’s Baltimore, Maryland office. David brings over 25 years of legal experience, with a concentration in franchise law.
“David’s extensive experience and knowledge in franchise law will be an invaluable asset to our team and our clients,” said Thomas J. Major, Business Law and Transactions Practice Group Leader at Offit Kurman. “His addition reinforces the firm’s commitment to providing exceptional legal services and further strengthens our capabilities in serving diverse industries.”
David’s multifaceted national practice focuses on advising franchisors and franchisees on launching and growing their brands. His extensive client portfolio spans various sectors, including restaurants, hotels, fitness, education, transportation, home improvements, pharmacy, and boating.
He has become a trusted advisor within the restaurant and food service industry, and has guided more than ten food service franchisors in their business journeys. These businesses rely on David for his expertise in preparing franchise disclosure documents and providing strategic business insights, from selecting business names and logos to prosecuting trademark registrations and enforcing trademark rights.
David’s practice encompasses essential legal services for franchisees and franchisors, including agreement negotiation, litigation and dispute resolution, expert witness capabilities, and real estate lease negotiation for retail and special-purpose facilities.
As outside general counsel, he provides business advice and representation to various companies, including full-service restaurants, leisure sailboat and powerboat providers, private equity firms, commercial real estate owners and lessors, and pharmacy-related organizations. David has also served as an antitrust counsellor to trade and professional associations, providing them with valuable insights and guidance.
GGI member firmOffit Kurman, Attorneys at LawMore than 10 offices throughout the UST: +1 240 507 1784
Advisory, Corporate Finance, Fiduciary and Estate Planning, Law Firm Services
Offit Kurman is a full-service law firm that serves dynamic businesses, individuals and families. With 16 offices and nearly 250 lawyers, Offit Kurman provides innovative and entrepreneurial counsel that focuses on clients’ business objectives across more than 30 areas of practice.
This year, for the fourth time, The Globe and Mail’s Report on Business magazine partnered with independent market research provider Statista to create Canada’s Best Law Firms list.
The Top 200 law firms in Canada were identified based on the recommendations they received from roughly 25,000 lawyers and in-house legal executives across Canada.
We are pleased to announce that Pallett Valo has been named as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms for 2025 in the categories:
Banking & Finance
Construction
Corporate & Commercial
Mergers & Acquisitions
Real Estate
In the past two years, the firm was recognised for corporate & commercial, and for construction law. Being named this year as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms in five practice areas is a testament to our continuous endeavours to provide excellence to our clients.
The full awards list can be viewed on The Globe and Mail website.
GGI member firmPallett Valo LLPMississauga (ON), CanadaT: +1 905 273 3022
John RussoContact John Russo.
Pallett Valo LLP, a highly regarded law firm in Ontario, Canada, practices in the areas of business law, commercial litigation, commercial real estate, construction, employment and labour, insurance defence, and wills, estates, and trusts.
It’s been a season of achievements and growth at Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP. We’re thrilled that our Private Client team was awarded Private Client Team of the Year at the Scottish Legal Awards – an exciting first win in this category. The team has had an impressive year, setting a legal precedent in a landmark case, contributing to the Trust & Succession (Scotland) Bill 2024, and growing with strategic hires and promotions. This recognition is a testament to the team’s hard work and dedication.
In other news, we partnered with Irwin Mitchell to co-host a major freeport event in Inverness. The event, which attracted over 100 leaders from key Highland sectors, highlighted the transformative potential of the freeport for the region’s economy through strengthened supply chains and infrastructure. Esteemed speakers, including Calum MacPherson of ICF Green Freeport and Amy Lambert from the UK government, shared valuable insights on how the freeport could benefit the community.
The WJM team also celebrated a raft of new appointments and internal promotions, including Esme Macfarlane’s promotion to partner. Esme, a significant contributor to our renewables property team for nearly nine years, will chair WJM’s renewables seminar in November 2024. We’re delighted to recognise her dedication and commitment to our clients.
In the realm of family law, Tom Quail, our head of family law, recently published a new book that provides crucial advice for lawyers and the public in navigating the complexities of child welfare disputes. Invited by the publisher to author this timely resource, Tom draws on over 30 years of expertise to address the real-life challenges faced by families and legal practitioners navigating Scotland’s evolving legal landscape in his guide, A Practical Guide to Contact and Residence Disputes.
Finally, WJM was pleased to continue its sponsorship of the Linlithgow 10K, marking a decade of support for this annual event. Six team members joined 1,000 runners, with other colleagues volunteering along the route. We extend special thanks to partner Alison Marshall, who plays a key role on the organising committee, ensuring the race’s continued success.
GGI member firmWright Johnston & MackenzieGlasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness, Dunfermline, Dunblane/Perthshire, Scotland, UKT: +44 141 248 3434
Law Firm ServicesFraser GilliesContact Fraser
Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP is an independent Scottish Law firm offering the full range of corporate, dispute resolution, and private client services. They are GGI's sole Scottish member.
