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We’re thrilled to share that Capes Sokol has been named a finalist in the St. Louis Business Journal’s Best Places to Work awards! With more than 150 companies nominated, we’re proud to be recognized as a finalist among St. Louis' top workplaces in the Medium Category (50–99 employees). This honor reflects our commitment to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. A huge thank you to our incredible team for making Capes Sokol a truly special place to work! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gQ7xBAeU.

In a recent Missouri Court of Appeals decision, Odermann v. Mancuso, along with the Missouri Supreme Court’s Sugar Creek case, attorneys' right to file a Notice of Lis Pendens (NOLP) is reinforced. Want to learn more about how these decisions impact property law? Head over to our website for the full analysis by Scott Mueller at Capes Sokol: https://lnkd.in/gXmVA_3e.

Capes Sokol is pleased to welcome Zoe Hall as an Associate in our Business & Real Estate Practice Group. Learn more about her practice: https://lnkd.in/g32JnFGE.

Last Friday, Counsel Scott Mueller met with #KMOV at our office to discuss federal lease termination, lease breaches, cures, remedies, and damages. Learn more about Scott’s expertise in #propertylaw by visiting our website: https://lnkd.in/gA8-uDSN.

Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) Enforcement Paused ?? On March 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Treasury announced that it will not enforce the CTA under current deadlines (March 21, 2025) and will not impose fines or penalties on U.S. citizens or domestic reporting companies. Treasury also plans to limit CTA reporting to foreign companies only, though this may conflict with the law’s original language. Meanwhile, key lawsuits, including Texas Top Cop Shop v. Bondi, continue to challenge the CTA, with a major hearing set for March 25, 2025. For a full breakdown of what this means for your business, read the latest insights from Laura Krebs Al-Shathir & Timothy Schweiss here: https://lnkd.in/gb9D57S4. #CTA #FinCEN #CorporateTransparencyAct #Compliance

Shareholder Laura Krebs Al-Shathir was a featured panelist at the American Bar Association’s 2025 Midyear Tax Meeting in Los Angeles on February 20th! Laura joined industry experts to discuss "Passthroughs: Choice of Entity – Is There Really More Than One Option?" The panel provided clarity on entity selection, breaking down tax implications and liability concerns to help businesses maximize potential benefits. While in Los Angeles, Laura and other ABA volunteers also visited the LA County Food Bank to pack food and care packages for victims of the LA Wildfire. Their efforts helped provide essential supplies to those in need, demonstrating the power of community support.

Capes Sokol is proud to announce that Managing Shareholder, Douglas Dove, is featured in the inaugural edition of St. Louis Magazine’s St. Louis Business 500, a guide to the metro area’s most influential, impactful, and innovative leaders. In his interview, Doug discusses his excitement for the future, the greatest challenges in his career, and his trusted sources for sound business advice. Read the full interview here https://lnkd.in/giEbuddQ.

The Retail Law Collective at Capes Sokol is a one-stop legal resource designed to help retailers and property owners navigate complex challenges, including real estate and leasing, business formation and corporate transactions, employment law and dispute resolution, intellectual property protection, and tax planning and litigation. In a recent St. Louis Magazine feature, Shareholder Stacy Engles Wipfler offers insight on how the Retail Law Collective provides a seamless, strategic approach to legal support. The article also highlights a testimonial from Laura Jones of RL Jones Properties, who shares how working with Capes Sokol's Retail Law Collective has made legal processes more efficient and stress-free. Read more about how we’re transforming legal support for the retail industry: https://lnkd.in/gYNjeFHX.

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is back in effect. On February 17, 2025, a federal court lifted the nationwide injunction, meaning Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements are now enforceable for most LLCs, corporations, and similar entities. While FinCEN may revise the reporting rules later this year, businesses must comply now to avoid penalties. Brian Sabin breaks down what this means for businesses in his latest blog post—read it here: https://lnkd.in/gCgS4sjH.

The ongoing feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake has taken an unexpected turn—moving beyond diss tracks and into the courtroom. Drake has filed a federal defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group, marking a significant legal development in the music industry. On this episode of The Screen Lawyer Podcast, Pete Salsich III analyzes the lawsuit, explaining the legal definition of defamation, how the law applies to public figures, and the broader implications for the industry. Watch Here: https://ow.ly/5RZ550V33u7